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Jen Culler Liepis

Jen is the founder of Love Local.

jen@lovelocal.com

Posted on July 15, 2021July 15, 2021

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In honor of our Meet the Maker: Green Llama featur

In honor of our Meet the Maker: Green Llama feature, we’ve teamed up with them to offer you a chance to win a prize full of Green Llama cleaning products and accessories! Enter for a chance to win this amazing prize!!

How to enter:
- follow @lovelocal and @greenllamaclean
- tag 2 friends in the comments
- share to your story and tag @lovelocal and @greenllamaclean for an extra entry

The winner will be announced on October 15, 2025. (I will contact you via DM)

What you’ll win:
- 3 refillable glass bottles with one refill each (all-purpose, bathroom, glass surface cleaner)
- Dish tabs (40 count)
- Laundry Powder (60 loads)
- 3 alpaca dryer balls
- Dish soap bar
- Bamboo Dish Soap holder
- Bamboo / sisal dish scrub brush
- 3 organic cotton towels

This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or associated with Instagram. Available to U.S. residents only.

#lovelocal #shoplovelocal #sustainablesmallbusiness #johnsoncity #tennessee #madeintn #nontoxiccleaners #nontoxichome #sustainablehome #peoplefriendlycleaners #cleanhome #ecofriendlyhome #ecofriendlycleaning #greencleaningproducts #cleaningproducts #smallbusiness #supportsmall #supportsmallbusinesses #familyowned #lowwaste #localbusiness #supportlocalbusinesses #womenowned #supportsustainablebusinesses #sustainableliving #ecofriendlyliving #giveaway

We’re excited to introduce you to @greenllamacle

We’re excited to introduce you to @greenllamaclean, a Johnson City, TN–based small business redefining how we think about cleaning products. During the pandemic, partners Kay Baker and Dr. Matt Keasey were inspired to reduce their family’s plastic waste and limit their exposure to the harmful chemicals found in conventional household cleaning products. Embarking on an entrepreneurial journey, they’ve created a mission-driven, sustainable company offering a line of nontoxic cleaners from dishwasher pods to laundry detergent. With people and the planet at the heart of their mission, Green Llama creates non-toxic, low-waste cleaning products where a healthy home and environment go hand in hand.

To read our Q&A with founder Kay Baker, visit our blog using the link in our bio.

#lovelocal #shoplovelocal #sustainablesmallbusiness #johnsoncity #tennessee #madeintn #nontoxiccleaners #nontoxichome #sustainablehome #peoplefriendlycleaners #cleanhome #ecofriendlyhome #ecofriendlycleaning #greencleaningproducts #cleaningproducts #smallbusiness #supportsmall #supportsmallbusinesses #familyowned #lowwaste #localbusiness #supportlocalbusinesses #womenowned #supportsustainablebusinesses #sustainableliving

Love seeing native plant installations as part of

Love seeing native plant installations as part of this public school. The greenery is soothing to students and people walking by 🌿. Plants used this way also lower surrounding temperatures and provide food, shelter and habitat for insects.

#biophilicdesign #plants #greenery #cityplants #greenschools #citydweller

New on the Love Local Blog ☀️

In our latest b

New on the blog 🌊🐠🐬

We wanted to have a

I recently spent an afternoon in Highland Park, a

I recently spent an afternoon in Highland Park, a neighborhood just northeast of Los Angeles. My absolute favorite hair stylist @washedoutsalon works out of a funky neighborhood salon there called Bunny’s. After grabbing a matcha and the crispy hippie wrap from @itshighlylikely I took a stroll. These are some of the standouts for me which I highly recommend if you like books, vintage, local food, good coffee, and/or sustainable, locally made low waste goods!

@bunnys.la
@susstain_la
@sunbeam_vintage
@northfigbookshop
@shopworshipwest
@thebeardedbeagle
@cookbookmarket
@civilcoffee

#lovelocal #shopsmall #shoplovelocal #supportsmall #highlandpark #vintage #vintagefurniture #vintagelove #vintageclothes #coffeeshop #localfood #nontoxic #shoplocal #locallymade #locallygrown #supportsmallbusiness❤️ #smallbusiness #losangelescalifornia🇺🇸

Love Local makes shopping small effortless.

A weekend in Mystic, CT. Stay tuned for our picks!

A weekend in Mystic, CT. Stay tuned for our picks!

#lovelocal #shopsmall #mystic #localshops

During my last visit to Santa Fe, NM, I finally ma

During my last visit to Santa Fe, NM, I finally made it to @moderngeneralfeedandseed . This local gem features the best coffee and freshest breakfast I had during my stay. The bright space draws you in with fresh flowers, and thoughtfully placed bright yellows. Their curated selection offers visitors beautiful handmade goods, organic seeds, and reading material for anyone who loves the natural world. A visit to Santa Fe wouldn’t be complete without a stop here 💛

Did you know that the majority of plant seeds avai

Did you know that the majority of plant seeds available for sale are mass produced by a handful of giant multi-national corporations? In our latest blog post we explore the benefits of choosing heirloom and organic seeds from local and independent seed producers. Learn how the decisions you make for your veggie garden can positively affect the larger environment around you.

Head to the blog link in our bio to read!

New on the blog, how to plan and plant your home g

New on the blog, how to plan and plant your home garden to produce healthy food in a sustainable way. Just in time for spring, check it out using the blog link in our bio.

If you’re looking for ethical and sustainable br

If you’re looking for ethical and sustainable brands, look no further than Love Local.

Our directory features small brands powered by people, not shareholders. Discover ethical and sustainable brands, start your search today.

#lovelocal #shopsmall #shoplovelocal #ethical #ethicalbrands #ethicalbrand #sustainable #sustainableliving #sustainablefuture #shoplocal #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #community #localeconomy #votewithyourdollar

Start your search today!

#lovelocal #shoploveloca

Looking for sustainable and locally grown flowers

Looking for sustainable and locally grown flowers for Valentine’s Day (or everyday)? We’ve got you covered. 🌸❤️

A bouquet sourced from a local farm isn’t just beautiful—it’s a labor of love by small farmers whose practices work to make the earth a better place to live. By buying local flowers you’re:

🌱 Supporting small farmers and local businesses 🐝 Protecting pollinators & soil health 💧 Reducing waste and water use 🌍 Helping our communities thrive

Here are some of our Nashville favs!
@bloomsburyfarm
@josflowerco
@mcintoshfieldandflower

To find flower farms near you, head to the link in our bio and go to Love Local to search!

#lovelocal #shoplovelocal #shopsmall #lovelocalapproved #shoplocal #localflowers #locallygrownflowers #flowerfarms #flowerfarmers #nashvilleflowers #nashvillegrown #smallbatch #smallbatchflowers #farmflowers #seasonalflowers #ecofriendly #sustainable #green #yourchoicesmatter #votewithyourwallet #supportsmall #supportsmallfarms #healthyenviornments #community #locallygrown

Check out our latest blog post. We’re diving int

Check out our latest blog post. We’re diving into all the amazing reasons to shop small!

Head to the blog link in our bio to read.

#lovelocal #shoplovelocal #shopsmall #localbusiness #shoplocal #supportsmall #supportlocalbusinesses #localeconomies #localjobs #community #ecofriendly #greenbusiness #sustainablebusinesses #sustainablymade #sustainablebusinesspractices #shopsustainably #local

Think big and shop small! Support Nashville’s sm

Think big and shop small! Support Nashville’s small businesses this holiday.

In this video:
@musiccitysuds
@goodflowerfarm
@floraplantshop
@smokinoaksorganicfarms
@handmadestudiotn
@thegoodfill
@treebeetn
@rangerstation.co
@imogeneandwillie
@frankiesnashville
@undercurrent_studio
@standardproofnashville
@riveternashville
@nataliebusby

#lovelocal #shopsmall #supportsmall #ecofriendlyliving #ecofriendly #ecofriendlyproducts #ecofriendlyfashion #sustainableliving #sustainablechoices #nashville #nashvillesmallbusiness #holiday #holidays #giftideas #supportlocal #smallbusiness #locallymade #shoplocal

Shop small everyday. Here’s a few of our favorit

Shop small everyday. Here’s a few of our favorite gift ideas made by small businesses in Nashville.

#lovelocal #shopsmall #shoplovelocal #sustainableproducts #sustainablegift #sustainableliving #greengifts #greengiftideas #shoplocal #shopsmallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #localgifts #thoughtfulgifts #locallymade #supportlocalbusiness #smallbusinesssaturday #smallbusinesseveryday

Making friends with cows. 💛

Making friends with cows. 💛

I hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving! As you

I hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving! As you switch gears to holiday gift giving, consider how you can give gifts that are meaningful, better for the planet and that support small businesses.

Check out our latest blog post for inspiration. Link in bio ☝🏽

#lovelocal #shoplovelocal #sustainableproducts #greengifts #ecofriendlygifts #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #localshops #localmakers #ecofriendlyliving #ecofriendlygift #sustainablegiving #uniquegifts

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