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Cut Off the Spigot
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Doing the research so you don't have to!
Sharing alternatives to big corps, badly behaving companies & private equity firms.

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Need baking decorations & supplies this holiday season but don't want to shop at Amazon or Michaels?
There are plenty of options!

More info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/alternativ...

#bakingdecorations #christmascookies #baking #bakingsupplies
December 14, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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Winter gear alternatives are here!

Where to shop for winter coats, jackets, boots, gloves, hats & more: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/winter-is-...

#wintergear #wintercoats #winterboots #wintergloves #consciousconsumer
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December 13, 2025 at 11:55 PM
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Want a wishlist or registry tool that isn't Amazon?

There are plenty of great options, whether its for the holidays, baby showers, weddings or even a tool that makes Secret Santa easier!

More info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/wishlist-a...
#weddingregistry #babyregistry #wishlist
December 13, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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December 10, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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Cut Off the Spigot's holiday gift guide is UPDATED with more diverse small businesses and directories to find them.

Check it out here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/the-most-c...
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December 8, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Need kids toys this season but don't want to buy cheap plastic junk?

Check out my latest video - more info in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s...

#kidstoys #babytoys #holidayshopping #holidayalternatives #avoidbigboxstores
December 7, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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Wanna bake for the holidays but don't know where to shop for supplies beyond Amazon & Michaels?

Cut Off the Spigot has you covered for everything from baking equipment, decorations, chocolate-making, gluten-free flours to even sugar brand alternatives.

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Alternatives for Everything You Need to Bake & Decorate This Holiday Season
Even for Sugar 🤯
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December 6, 2025 at 12:37 AM
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Want to get gifts differently this holiday season?

Check out my comprehensive gift guide - ways to shop local and diverse businesses, alternative gift marketplaces and gift ideas!
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#weaintbuyingit #blackoutthesystem
The Most Comprehensive Alternative Gifting Guide You'll Ever Need
Support local & diverse businesses, different ways to shop than those big corps, and gift ideas
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November 26, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Wanna avoid Amazon, Walmart and Target this holiday season but still need kids toys?

Check out my latest video! Part 2 coming soon with Sustainable options 😁

Sources and more info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s...

#weaintbuyingit #blackoutthesystem #blackfriday #cybermonday
November 26, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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Where to shop for Hannukah supplies & Judaica *without* supporting Israel!

Featuring Jewitches, Narrow Bridge Candles, Pushcart Judaica and Divine Chocolate.

Sources and more info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...

#hanukkah #hannukah #chanukah
November 24, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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Where to shop: Black Santa & black-themed holiday items for Christmas and Kwanzaa! All black-owned options 😁

More details & information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
November 23, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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Wishlists, wishlists for everyone!

Check out my latest article covering wishlist and registry alternatives to Amazon for Christmas, weddings, baby showers, and even charity/non-profit support.
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#wishlist #registry #weddingregistry #babyshower
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November 21, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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Need holiday decorations but don't want to shop at Amazon or Home Depot?
Don't fret - there are plenty of options including thrifting, local & Hanukkah decor.
Even more ideas in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/holiday-de...
#holidaydecorations #holidayshopping #christmasdecorations
November 17, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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Cut Off the Spigot's Official Take on #HolidayShopping:
1. Reduce overall holiday shopping with big corps to maximize impact
2. Prioritize Local & Small Business
3. Holidays are for joy and connection, not just presents. We need joy & connection to keep fighting 💪

I'm here for you! 💙
November 17, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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Need to shop for a kid in your life this holiday season and not sure where to go?
Check out my latest article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-s...
STEAM/STEM, sustainable, and popular toys included!
#kidstoys #kidsgifts
Where to Shop for Kids Toys This Holiday Season
There ARE options beyond Amazon, Walmart, and Target
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November 15, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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New logo just dropped today, which means there's a LOT more coming.
Like MERCH and a website to make it easier to find information and resources.
Get a paid membership now & unlock benefits like voting on merch concepts and early access.
Learn more: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/new-logo-l...
November 12, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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Want to start decorating for the holidays but don't know where to shop or thrift?
Check out my latest article - including options for Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Black Santa decorations.
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Holiday Decorations for Christmas, Hanukkah, & Kwanzaa from Companies that Don’t Suck
Pro-Palestinian Hanukkah Supplies, Black Santa Decorations & more
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November 10, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Need diapers but don't know what brands are good (or aren't secretly owned by a giant company)?
Check out my latest video!
For even more brands I looked at, check out my articles: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-bra..., cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/diaper-ret...
November 7, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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Need physical media but don't know where to shop?
Check out my latest video for independent and online options - including TWO ⭐100% employee-owned record⭐ stores!
More info & other companies I looked at here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #cds #records #vinyl
November 2, 2025 at 3:57 PM
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Wanna build out your physical media library on the cheap? Check out my latest video - all secondhand options, free or low cost!
More information here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #CDs #records #vinyl
October 31, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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*UPDATE* In my original #Crunchyroll alternatives video, I missed that Netflix also uses OOONA.
Thanks to everyone who flagged - I updated the video to reflect this.
Hope you still find it helpful! More info here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
October 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Cancelled Disney+ and don't know where to stream kids shows? Or want to find safer alternatives to YouTube videos?
The answers are here!

Sources and more platform details in my article: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-...
October 22, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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Sick of streaming and want to physically own your media? Check out my latest article - I dive DEEP into free, thrifting, used, local, and online options for DVDs, CDs, vinyl, CD & DVD players, and more.
Read it here: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/where-to-b...
#physicalmedia #dvds #CDs #vinyl
Where to Buy Physical Media - DVDs, CDs, Vinyl and more
🎶 Let's get physical, physical 🎶
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October 17, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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Want to shop for Halloween costumes & decorations but don't want to go to Spirit Halloween? Cut Off the Spigot has you covered!
Check out local thrift and costume stores for even more options.
Sources & addt'l info: cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/bonus-wher...
#halloweencostumes
October 16, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Want to know where to stream anime besides Crunchyroll? Check out my latest article - filled with more good alternatives and free kids streaming as well! cutoffthespigot.substack.com/p/free-kids-... #disneyboycott #streaming #anime #crunchyroll
Free Kids Streaming, Crunchyroll Alternatives, and Even More GOOD Streaming Platforms
Stream your little heart out
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October 13, 2025 at 9:44 PM