Small Business Saturday: 22 Local Stores To Shop In R.I.

Here at Little Rod, we know the little ones. We love little ones. #SmallBusiness Saturday is the time to make small purchases in the smallest state. From Tiverton to Wickford, we've rounded up some must-stops for opening shop #SmallBizSat (or #CyberMonday.).

Away from the bustling crowds of the shopping centre, historic and quaint Tiverton Four Corners offers its share of shops and craft galleries - more than we can fit here; It's worth a walk around the neighborhood.

Newcomer Groundswell now occupies two of those four corners with a sprawling three-building campus. If you have gardeners, plant lovers, and home decor enthusiasts on your list, start with Groundswell Garden + Home at the historic Arnold Smith House. Centuries-old floors sink underfoot, plants hide in every corner. Imagine glass terrariums filled with moss greens, handmade pottery, rock garden animals, potted plants, tin picnic containers, water boxes, birdhouses, combs and garden shears.

Newest Addition: Groundswell Table + Road Provisions . From glassware to bowls, flavored salts to dinnerware, unique cookbooks and bold table settings, you'll find luxurious interiors. Don't shop until you drop: reserve at nearby Groundswell Cafe + Bakery . maybe a pan-seared bagnat dish with olive oil; Get your ham and butter, ham and butter, croque mesere - and your cute Christmas stockings. Information about all three are here .

Nearby, Salt offers clothing, jewelry and gifts, perhaps just for the Ocean State beachgoers on your list. Think seagull earrings, beach bags thick enough for firewood and more. 3845 Main Road, Tiverton. 401-816-0901.

Since 1982, Courtyards has served fantasy in all its forms. With a pond and waterfall nearby, it has old-world charm: pottery, hand-crafted pottery, jewelry, glass, metal, stone, wood, and tile carvings. The beauty here is in the selective tuning. 3980 Main Road, Tiverton. 401-624-8682.

Meanwhile, the seaside village of Wickford has a charming town center ideal for walking, hiking and shopping. Various Drummer offers handmade pottery, paper cut stars, local jewelry, glassware and more. suggest. 15 Main Street West, Wickford. 401-294-4867. Details here .

Harbor View Artisans , a collective of Rhode Island artists, offers something for everyone: think handwoven merino wool warmers and mittens, ocean-inspired resin bowls, stemless wine glasses, jewelry, ceramics, French flips, and soy candles. 61 Brown Street, Wickford. 401-662-3372. Details here .

Green Ink, an eclectic and stylish women's boutique - Think Habitat, Escape and Dansko - for clothing, jewelry and accessories. 89 Brown Street, Wickford. 401-294-6266. Details here .

For the adventurer on your list, find paddleboards, kayaks, snowshoes, dog gear, outdoor gear - Patagonia, Prana, Ulucay and more at the Ski Center . 70 Brown Street, Wickford. 401-295-4400.

Before you go: Apple Juice Bar + Market . Think cocktails, apple pies, cardamom lattes, croissants, cold-pressed juices and filling local foods. #CaliforniaVibes . 2 Main Street Wickford. 401-294-4750.

For a similar downtown vibe, explore Westerly. Unique shops and boutiques within walking distance. Savoy Bookshop & Cafe is a cozy and organized shop where book lovers can spend hours. 10 West Canal St. 401-213-3901. Details here .

For the surfer or snowboarder on your list: Rhode Island Surf Co. From surfboards to wetsuits, colorful cruisers, art, home decor and more. Find tools. 12A High Street west. 401-744-0787.

Westerly Gifts offers unique locally made Rhody products, from handmade Western scented candles to soy wax candles, puzzles, Rhody t-shirts and pet rocks, "World's Hungriest Smallest Hippo," Pictionary, or the smaller toys as they are called. operation in the world.scientist. 53 High Street facing west. 401-688-6336.

Finished in PVD: Toad and Toad. This wonderful boutique on Umid street reflects the beauty of the surroundings. From your house PVD DVD t-shirt, described as "one of our silliest and possibly grandest designs" (once you see it, you can't put it down) to Cranston's 4 Life Kids t-shirt to a slice of Rhode Island in Rhode humor Island. and the weirdness is off the charts and out. 795 Hope St. and 713 Westminster, Providence. 401-831-3434. Details here .

Another popular place: Craftland. A neat Etsy shop full of Rodin stuff: jewelry, cards, bags, Rodin candles (yes, there are latte-scented candles), even proud to be Rodin clothing for young Rhode Islanders (it's like "Providence, overalls amazing" 1636 - by )", even the undirected parts of the bar 212 Westminster Street, 401-272-4285.

Nearby: Sister stores Queen of Hearts & Modern Love for women's clothing, jewelry, soaps, crystals and more. You'll also find unique toys such as household items, cookbooks, crayons and wooden puzzles. 222 Westminster Street, Providence. 401-421-1471.

Do not leave the area without checking the seminar books. Their new release board has been updated and you can find some gems in the used stacks. For the vinyl fans on your list (and we all know at least one), check out their wall. 240 Westminster Street 401-273-7900. Details here .

Meanwhile, in Wayland Square, you'll find books beautifully arranged in the square. The children's section is a gem. Santa can bring home the loot. 471 Angell Street 401-331-9097. Details here .

Barrington Books is another must for book lovers - books, games, puzzles, toys, vinyl records, turntables and socks for adults, general readers and children. 184 County Road, Barrington. 401-245-7925.

Will Santa bring a bike this year? Support two local businesses at once at Dash Bicycle + Nitro Bar . Caffeinated and refueled before shopping for the star of every Christmas morning (French toast pudding, anyone?): The motorcycle under the tree. 228 Broadway, Providence. 401-453-3274

NBX Bikes is another bike shop. Be it track bikes, electric bikes, or anything in between . 922 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. 401-782-4444. Details here .

Lauren Daley can be reached at ldaliy33@gmail.com . She tweets @laurendaley1.