Shop globally. gather locally.

Welcome to The Global Local. Sustainable and Fair Trade gifts in Leesburg, VA and home to ethically sourced goods, hands-on Candle Bar experiences, and Vintage China workshops designed for meaningful connection. Shop these favorites our community is loving this month.

    Our Workshops. Designed for Gathering. Made to Remember.

    Year-round creative Candle Bar Workshops and Vintage China Workshops where friends and family come together to make something truly special.

    Candle Bar Workshops

    Create something meaningful at our Candle Bar Workshops — blend your own signature scent, pour a custom candle, and enjoy an experience that’s just as memorable as what you take home.
    • Blend your own custom fragrance
    • Pour and personalize your candle
    • Share a creative, memory-making experience with friends and family

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    Vintage China Workshops

    Join us for a cozy, hands-on Vintage China Workshop where you’ll design and assemble a stunning tiered cake stand using curated vintage china — perfect for gathering, gifting, or treating yourself to something beautifully unique.
    • Choose from our curated collection of vintage plates
    • Create a custom one- to four-tier cake stand
    • Leave with a meaningful piece designed by you

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    Rooted in Purpose.

    Shopping here isn’t just about what you buy ~ it’s about how you feel while you’re here. The pieces you discover carry meaning, crafted by local artists and Fair Trade makers whose work tells a story. When you shop with us, you become part of something bigger — community, creativity, and conscious choices that ripple outward.

    Fresh Finds

    New arrivals are landing daily ~ seasonal favorites, limited-batch creations, and beautifully made pieces you won’t find everywhere else. Thoughtful, giftable, and ever-evolving ~ come see what’s new this week.

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    <h2>Everyday Indulgences</h2>

      Everyday Indulgences

      Fresh flowers & herbs… even with 2 feet of snow outside.

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          <h2>‘‘The Global Local in Leesburg is a charming, one-of-a-kind shop featuring sustainable, fair-trade goods and unique finds from local makers around the world. From thoughtful gifts to hands-on experiences like candle-making and custom cake stands, it’s a must-visit on Main Street. Friendly staff and a cozy, Hallmark-movie vibe make it truly special.’’</h2><h4>⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐<br/></h4><h5>L.H.</h5><p>Feb 20, 2026<br/></p>

          ‘‘The Global Local in Leesburg is a charming, one-of-a-kind shop featuring sustainable, fair-trade goods and unique finds from local makers around the world. From thoughtful gifts to hands-on experiences like candle-making and custom cake stands, it’s a must-visit on Main Street. Friendly staff and a cozy, Hallmark-movie vibe make it truly special.’’

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          L.H.

          Feb 20, 2026

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