Discover Gifted NWA: Purposeful, Intentional, and Beautiful Gifting Made Easy

We love the small business community here in NWA. Part of our mission is to highlight businesses that you may have never heard about — the startups, the mom and pops, the side hustles, etc.

We recently came across Gifted NWA, and with the holiday season upon us, thought they were a perfect startup to highlight! We generally ask questions and weave the responses into an article. In this case, we felt that Regan, the owner of Gifted NWA, wrote a piece that could stand on its own!

If you would like to meet Regan or shop with Gifted NWA, we recommend coming out to the Railyard Market happening November 30th from 10am – 6pm.

Without further ado, here is Gifted NWA:

If you could describe Gifted NWA in three words, what would they be?

• Intentional. Purposeful. Beautiful. 
  • Intentional. Gifted exists to inspire a life of intention, encouraging people to savor the extraordinary moments and relationships that make life worth living. Every gift box is thoughtfully designed with those relationships in mind, nurturing connections that are truly personal and heartfelt. 
  • Purposeful. Everything we do at Gifted is purposefully and thoughtfully done. Our memorable gifts incite joy and gratitude, making it easy to remind people just how much we mean to each other. 
  • Beautiful. We believe that life should be lived in the most beautiful way possible, surrounded by the most beautiful people. We ensure our gifts are equally as beautiful as the person receiving it by including items that are stunningly made, packaged, and presented.

Can you share the process of curating a themed gift box?

• I start by focusing on the theme or sentiment I want the box to convey – whether it’s celebrating an achievement, offering comfort, or sparking joy. From there, I source high-quality, unique items that align with that vision, prioritizing products that are meaningful, practical, and thoughtfully designed. The gifts we create are ones we’d love to receive, use, and love ourselves, not just useless items that will be disregarded or forgotten; most of our products come from other makers, artisans, and independent brands because we believe it’s important to invest in and support small businesses. 
  
• Do you collaborate with local artisans or businesses for your products?
  • I am always looking for local businesses that align with Gifted’s vision and purpose. I have already met many wonderfully talented artisans that I can’t wait to partner with!

Do you have a favorite memory or funny story from starting the business?

• My favorite memory from starting Gifted will always be how it started. My family and I quit our jobs to travel around the country for a handful of months to live our lives with intention, purpose, and beauty. The purpose of the “adventure” was to realign our lives to the priorities we have and truly make a simple life that we are proud of… and it was the perfect time to take advantage of an opportunity we probably would never get again. So, we did! Almost 19,000 miles and 24 states later, we made a plan and started putting it into action. Then, Gifted was officially born. I’ve been gifting boxes and baskets of all kinds to the special people in my life for as long as I can remember, so it seemed like such a natural choice of business for me to establish. I pour so much of my heart and soul into this brand, and I hope you feel that in everything I do.

What’s your favorite part about being a part of the NWA small business scene?  

• Although we are still new to the small business scene, we are loving the learning process here in NWA. Everyone we have met, worked with, collaborated with, and interacted with has been incredibly kind and helpful in so many ways. I have received so much support, encouragement, and tips/tricks that I am abundantly grateful for! I have loved being a part of this community and can’t wait to see what’s next for Gifted NWA!

Are there any seasonal or limited-edition gift boxes we should look out for?

Right now, we are closing out the fall season with a sale on our “Fall Faves” gift box – it’s only $31 until Thanksgiving Day! It’s jam-packed with seasonal comforts (and makes the most perfect gift for Thanksgiving hosts!). We also have tons of varieties of gifts for the fast-approaching Christmas season that we’d love to help check off your list. Someone near, someone far, or someone picky… we’ve got it covered.

How can people buy from Gifted NWA?

You can visit us online at www.giftednwa.com to browse all our gift box offerings and make purchases! We ship anywhere in the U.S. and also offer custom options if you have a specific idea or theme in mind. During the holiday season, we participate in many local markets (like Railyard Market, Vintage Market Days, and Branson Market Days) where you can view/purchase our gift boxes in person (and, of course, say hi!). Be sure to follow us on Instagram (@gifted_nwa) and/or Facebook (/GiftedNWArkansas) to stay in-the-know!

Note from the creator:

I hope you love Gifted, and I hope you feel joy in your gifting experience. If you are the receiver of a Gifted box, I hope you feel so special, so loved, and so important. 

You are a gift to the world.