#StayLocalMA (#StayLocal2021) is an innovative and collaborative regional approach to explore, dine, and shop locally. Creative Collective created The Stay Local MA Campaign to support your favorite small businesses throughout the community – both in-store and online and keep your money local. “Small businesses are the lifeblood of most communities and on the North Shore that couldn’t be more true,”

By Dakota Draper Spooky season is here! What can be better than stocking up on some local and handmade doodads? From creepy art prints to magic potions and spell kits, there is something for everyone. Here are our favorite pics of Halloween goodies from Local Makers. Even cats!  Cauldron Critters “Trick or Treaties” Mystery Blind Box Set (Series 2) from

It’s finally that time of the year when we take time to celebrate the father figures in our lives! However, in the hustle of mid-June it’s easy to get swept up in other responsibilities and let Father’s Day slip your mind. But fear not, we have gathered a list of fantastic last minute Father’s Day ideas. By taking inspiration from

Spring has sprung and Summer is just around the corner, come shake off the winter blues with the shops on Artists’ Row at our seasons’ grand opening Artists’ Row Market Day Launch Party! On Saturday, May 1, 2021 Artists’ Row will come alive with activity!  Starting at 10am visitors can meet local artists, see them in their natural habitat, participate

Take a deep breath. We’re in the thick of a Massachusetts false spring (also known as third winter) and it’s hard being a human. Step 1: Drink WaterStep 2: Relax your jawStep 3: Take another breath One you’ve done that, take a next step and dive into some self-care with a little help from these 7 products. Calming Balm from

The day for Mom and Moms of all kinds is coming up on Sunday, May 9th. And while Hallmark may have its own notions about who is going to get gifts on this day, you are the one really who gets to decide. So here are some last minute gift ideas to help you celebrate the people in your life

by Joey Phoenix (they/them/theirs)Images provided by Daughters of Darkness and Widdershins Stories Daughters of Darkness is happening virtually again this year on the last weekend in April, bringing three days of dark market explorations and intriguing events – including The Death Café hosted by Kristin Harris (she/her/hers) of Life After Midnight and a special storytelling event from Widdershins Stories, live

Originally posted on Rivet Makers. Discover a gift for Mom this Mother’s Day that she will cherish. The Rivet Mother’s Day Guide shares local and handmade gifts from makers based in New England. We are in love with handmade and we think Mom is too. Reusable Bamboo Utensil Set Mom will love these lightweight, easily packable utensil sets – perfect

Editor’s Note: If you feel like something is missing from the list, send our editor a message at joeyphoenix@creativecollectivema.com to let us know. Valentine’s Day is less than 2 weeks away, and whether you’re into the romantic part of that or not, you can take advantage of some of the treats of the season – including the very popular (and

This holiday season, we’re highlighting local businesses as part of our #StayLocal2020 campaign. Scroll to the bottom for more information. We all know that one annoying person who has all of their holiday shopping finished in October. And that’s great, for them. But for the procrastinators, well, sometimes it’s December 21st and you don’t know what to do. This a judgment-free zone…and