Last night was truly one for the books. On December 5, 2025, Tina’s Tiny Things had the joy of participating in the Redlands Holiday Market held at the Citrus Plaza near the JC Penney parking lot, and what an unforgettable experience it turned out to be! This was our very first time attending this particular event, and let me just say… Redlands showed UP!
The market itself was filled with an incredible variety of vendors, each bringing their own touch of holiday magic. One booth sold handmade travel neck pillows, another had an entire Matchbox car and track setup where kids (and a few grown-ups!) could send cars flying down long ramps. Everywhere you turned there was something unique to see, touch, smell, or taste. And speaking of taste, oh my goodness. The food options were on another level. From sizzling hibachi plates, to authentic Mexican food, to pizza and sweet treats, there was something for everyone. The entire atmosphere felt like a cozy, bustling outdoor holiday festival.
For Tina’s Tiny Things, it was a beautifully busy night from start to finish. Families were out in full force, babies bundled up in cozy winter outfits, strollers rolling through the aisles, and parents excited to find something special for their little ones. As soon as I finished helping one customer, another was already waiting to browse our baby clothes, soaps, body scrubs, candles, and all the tiny treasures we brought with us. I barely had a second to breathe, and honestly, that’s exactly the kind of night we hope for at these markets!
The response from customers was heartwarming. So many sweet families stopped by to say how adorable, unique, and high-quality our items are. We sold a variety of products throughout the night, from our cozy baby jumpers to our 100% organic soaps and handcrafted scrubs. Seeing people choose gifts for their little ones, or even for themselves, is always such a joy. Every purchase reminds us why we love what we do.
(The Start of the Evening at the Redlands Holiday Market before it got busy)
One thing that really stood out about this market was the timing. Unlike most daytime pop-ups, this event ran from 5 PM to 10 PM, making it a nighttime holiday market filled with festive vibes. Once the sun went down, the glow of the streetlights, booth lights, and string lights transformed the parking lot into a charming little Christmas village. And it became VERY clear that lighting makes a huge difference — the booths that lit up their products well stayed busy, and we were so thankful that our setup really helped customers see (and fall in love with) what we had to offer.
(Our Soap and Candle Set up before the event started. Unfortunately, we couldn't show the the After as a good majority of our stock were sold :-) its a good problem to have :-) )
The crowd was steady, the energy was great, and the location — being right next to a major shopping center — brought in lots of foot traffic from families already out enjoying their Friday night.
Overall, we couldn’t be happier with how the Redlands Holiday Market turned out. It was busy, successful, festive, and full of wonderful people. We truly hope to be part of this event again in the future, whether later this year or next season. Redlands, thank you for making our first Holiday Market with you so special!
— Tina’s Tiny Things ✨🎄🍼
