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- Meet the Hosts
- Donate to Project Beauty
- Meet the Vendors
- Meet the Sponsors
- Meet the Supporters
- Get the playlist
- What to do after
Use hashtag #GivebackMarket2021 on social media!
We want to see you and your friends having fun, eating delicious food, shopping local, and of course celebrating and supporting Project Beauty at the Giveback Market! Tag your photos on social media for a chance to be reposted on Project Beauty’s page, The D. Diaries, and True Leaf Studio!
Meet True Leaf Studio!
True Leaf Studio is Denton’s premiere plant store. Featuring a variety of exotic house plants that are sure to bring joy into your home! Taylor and Michael Bales are the owners and have been in business since 2020. We are thankful for them hosting our first annual Giveback Market!
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Meet Project Beauty!
Through partnerships with local businesses, they are able to provide beauty and fashion/styling services to women and children who are going through difficult circumstances. They focus on individuals who have experienced different types of trauma, such as domestic violence, homelessness, and sex trafficking. One of the shelters they serve is Denton County Friends of the Family, and it is our hope that the funds from the Giveback Market can help grow their reach in Denton and beyond.
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Meet The D. Diaries!
The D. Diaries is Denton’s top influencer space that has made it their mission to be the voice for small businesses in a world of corporations. Lillia is the brains and head content creator for The D. Diaries and has helped produce content for Discover Denton, Denton MSA, and countless businesses in the community! (Some are even at this market 😉)
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Donate to Project Beauty here!
Looking to donate to Project Beauty tonight? We have you covered with not one, but three options! From CashApp, PayPal, and Venmo, we have major platforms covered. Don’t see where you want to donate? Find a volunteer or someone with a name tag and ask how you can donate today! Tap each icon to donate instantly.
Meet Our Vendors
Our first annual Giveback Market is featuring 16 vendors from food all the way to skincare products! Based all across DFW, meet our vendors, shop their products, and support their social media pages here.
Meet Nagatha Crispie!
A cute kitsch shop, specializing in Millennial Garbage based out of Denton, TX. They make goods with fibers, ceramics, and also sell art! With adorable options that are sure to make your millennial heart soar.
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Meet Regenrus!
Regenrus is dedicated to building an ecosystem of proprietary products manufactured to the highest degree of quality with ingredients sourced from farmers and processors who are making every effort to regenerate the vitality and resiliency of the land and resources they draw upon.
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Meet Bee-Grateful!
A carefully curated honey experiencethat will make anyone bee happy to celebrate the many uses of bees! Delectible honey treats from flavored honey, bees wax, apothecary, and more! We are excited to welcome our newest local honey vendor!
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Meet MoksaMalas!
They offer group and 1:1 yoga while also selling yoga inspired jewelry. They also have a giveback mission, with a portion sales support homeless animals. Plus, they also offer one of a kind & custom gemstone malas and bracelets.
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Meet Spread Happiness Nut Butters!
The goal with this local Denton based business is to bring a variety of natural nut butters to the Denton & DFW community. SHNB strives to provide basic one ingredient nut butters, as well as delicious flavored nut butters.
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Meet Salted Sanctuary Soap!
Kimberly has been making soap and skincare products for over 15 years. She began making natural skincare products because of allergies to preservatives and other harmful chemicals that my sensitive skin could not tolerate. She has products in multiple locations in Denton, spreading her love for healthy skin everywhere!
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Meet Me & You Co!
Their Mission is to provide quality wild-crafted, organic, green, clean & responsibly sourced skincare products in family sized amounts for an affordable price via eCommerce! No longer do you have to choose between taking great care of your skin or your wallet.
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Meet Blue FortyTwo Designs!
Trini is the maker and brains behind these local goods! She loves to design, create, and make. She also loves bringing designs and ideas to life as well as helping you bring your dreams and ideas into pieces you can cherish for years.
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Meet Salvage Shoppe!
They specialize in vintage/secondhand clothing, accessories and home decor. We, also, support other local small businesses by consigning their products in our store! Come support small business and we’ll see you soon!
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Meet The Locust Loom!
The Locust Loom is a one-woman business out of Denton, Texas. I am a fiber artist, enthusiastic about combining unique colors, textures and patterns to create one-of-a-kind weavings and wall-hangings. I continue to make weavings, not only because it brings me joy, but because it gives me the opportunity to be part of a wonderful community of makers.
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Meet Will + Jonquil!
At will + jonquil, their passion is artisanal small-batch jewelry. each style is unique, modern and right on trend. Featuring products made with love right here in Denton! They are a new budding business in Denton and we are excited to meet them!
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Meet Glitz Optical!
They specialize in vintage/secondhand clothing, accessories and home decor. We, also, support other local small businesses by consigning their products in our store! Come support small business and we’ll see you soon!
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Meet O’Brien Bros Baking!
Their Mission is to provide quality breads to the Denton community! They also regularly partner and produce their bread for several restaurants in Denton to have everyone enjoy their delicious bread.
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Meet Milpa Kitchen & Cantina!
Established in 2008, Milpa is a family owned and operated restaurant. Our vision is to innovate the Mexican food experience, through the constant pursuit of perfection. We strive to bring our guests the ultimate dining experience by providing excellent food, outstanding customer service and genuine hospitality.
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Meet Chef Tony with Boca31!
Boca 31 opened in Denton, Texas in July 2016 with the mission to provide personable service and exquisite flavors to its customers. Since then the casual, colorful restaurant has been greatly recognized not only by the Denton locals but by a variety of internet blogs, newspapers, and magazines.
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Meet Our Sponsors
Our first annual Giveback Market wouldn’t be here without the support of the community! Here is who made this event EXTRA special! Be sure to share the love and give them a follow and say hi while you are here at the event!
Meet Studio On The Square!
Whether you are a business owner looking to brand yourself online, or you want to experience a “model-for-a-day” shoot… you are in the right place! We are here to ensure you look and feel amazing, and that you walk away with the BEST photos you’ve ever seen of yourself.
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Meet Tried and True Salon!
Tried and True Salon is proud to operate in the heart of Downtown Denton, Texas where they love to live, work and have a good time. The city of Denton and its residents are huge supporters of their salon and their neighboring family and friends, the Bearded Lady, who graciously hosted their first chair for many years. Now, they’re proud to be neighbors in our own space, continuing the tradition of bringing quality hair care to quality folks.
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Meet Southern Beauty by Annie!
Southern Beauty by Annie loves to make all of her clients feel beautiful! As a makeup artist, its very important to have a healthy canvas, which is why she uses NuSkin! Skin care and makeup go hand in hand, and we are so excited to have her as a sponsor!
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Meet Hair By Reyna!
As her 5 star reviews state, Renya is a master stylist who strives to provide beautiful results for all of her clients! Whether this is hair styling or makeup for any occasion, Renya has you covered!
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Meet The Denton Vibe with Diva Girl Ellie!
The Denton Vibe with Diva Girl Ellie showcases the MANY local talented artist, writers, poets, musicians of Denton and those who love Denton just as much. Their focus is to spotlight people that deserve to have people see them shine through every day life and showcase those who add flavor and spice to our town. The Denton Vibe encourages a feeling of community and building bridges through the love of art, poetry, writing and music.
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Meet our Supporters!
There are a few people who couldn’t make it to the event, but we wanted to recognize as donating items for the VIP bags, advertising, and more to the cause!
Meet Juli James Consulting!
Juli James is the person you want in your corner if you have a new idea for a digital product, funnel, or course but don’t know where to start or how to get it set up. And don’t worry; If the idea of choosing and integrating all your tech has you breaking out in a cold sweat, I’ve got your back. There are a few different ways to work with me – and she promises that each one will make your life easier!
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Meet Aloe Media Agency!
Aloe Media Agency is a new Social Media Development agency based out of Denton that strives to help businesses make their social media work for them! Through their services of business branding, social media development, and social media coaching, their goal is to educate business owners on the importance of a strong social media presence.
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Get the playlist from tonight!
Love the music?
So do we! Thanks to The Denton Vibe by Diva Girl Ellie, we have a great playlist for you to listen to! Keep the party going after the event by streaming tonights playlist on Spotify!
Get the playlist here
What to do when the party’s over
You’re already downtown…so you might as well hang out downtown and explore all that Denton has to offer after hours! Whether it’s popping into a shop, sitting down for dinner, or just enjoying a warm summer’s night, the Square has it all! You can reference our custom map from out Do It Denton Guide, or check out a complete list of Downtown Denton restaurants, bars, and evening adventures at Denton Main Street Association here.
