We’re continuing our Black-Owned Business series with a focus on toy and home décor establishments founded by Black creators and artists. From STEAM toys to handwoven tapestries, learn how you can make good on your purchases by shopping these Black-owned brands.
Toys
The Colorful Adventures of Cody & Jay: A Coloring and Activity Book
Who says books can’t be as thrilling as toys? Follow Jay and Cody throughout over 40 fun-filled coloring and activity pages that inspire creativity, promote self-confidence and celebrate diversity.
You’ll find even more racially diverse children’s books from author Crystal Swain-Bates at AbeBooks, which offers 2.02% cash back.
The Adventures of Qai Qai
This uplifting picture book by tennis star Serena Williams tells the story of Baby Girl and her doll, Qai Qai, who magically comes to life. The heartwarming story shows how Qai Qai helps Baby Girl gain confidence before a big dance recital. You can find it at Walmart and get up to 3% cash back.
HarperIman Dolls
Cynthia Watkins and Kathryn Burnett founded HarperIman to provide children with dolls that they can identify with. The mother-daughter duo found that dolls of color are underrepresented, which inspired them to create their line of beautiful, handmade linen dolls with diverse skin tones and hair textures. Order them for your little one at Walmart and enjoy up to 3% cash back.
Upbounders
This inclusive toy line was created and founded by CEO Kemi Tignor, who was looking for screen-free, educational toys for kids. Shop Kohl’s for a variety of Upbounders piece and floor puzzles and score 2% cash back.
Brown Toy Box
Terri-Nichelle Bradley founded educational toy brand Brown Toy Box in order to inspire Black children to pursue STEAM careers and interests. You can find Brown Toy Box STEAM Kits that focus on everything from robotics, astronomy and coding at Target. While we don’t offer cash back for groceries at Target, you can simply purchase a Target gift card through us and get 2% cash back.
Fresh Dolls
This multicultural doll brand created by founder Dr. Lisa Williams features racially diverse dolls that come from all over the world. You can find a selection of Fresh Dolls at Macy’s and earn up to 15% cash back on your purchase.
Puzzle Huddle
Founder Matthew Goins created Puzzle Huddle when he realized the lack of diverse characters found in commercially produced puzzles. Commissioning various artists to produce puzzle images that are inclusive and inspiring, his brand soon gained media attention and was even listed on Oprah’s Favorite Things. You can find a variety of Puzzle Huddle Sets on eBay and get up to 1.5% cash back.
CultureTags
If you find yourself constantly using acronyms like BRB, then this fun-filled game will show you just how much you really know about these everyday abbreviations. Created by Eunique Jones Gibson (founder of Because of Them We Can), CultureTags will keep the whole family entertained. Order it from Walmart and get up to 3% cash back.
Home Décor
Estelle Colored Glass
Founder Stephanie Summerson Hall named this colorful glassware brand after her grandmother, Estelle. Score 6% cash back on Estelle Colored Glass at Bloomingdale’s and add some bright colors to your dining room table today.
Johanna Howard Home
We clearly can’t get enough of chic, cozy home accessories! Johanna Howard’s namesake collection is sustainable and luxurious, and features alpaca throws, cable knit pillows and more. Shop her designs at Zola to earn up to 10.1% cash back.
Bolé Road Textiles
New York-based brand Bolé Road Textiles was founded by Hana Getachew. The bright collection of textiles includes pillows and throws that are woven by Ethiopian artisans. You can shop this brand at Design Within Reach to score 3.53% cash back.
Marabou Design
Perfect for any occasion, Brandy Brown’s designs can be admired whether they’re on cards, puzzles, pillows and more. Got a birthday coming up? May we suggest wrapping gifts in the Roseate wrapping paper? You can enjoy 1.01% cash back when you shop her designs at Minted.
Edloe Finch
Give your living room a sophisticated upgrade with Edloe Finch’s Nala Coffee Table. The furniture company got its start after Darryl Sharpton decided to retire from the NFL after playing five seasons. In 2017, he launched Edloe Finch with his wide Jessica and the rest is history. Shop for tables, dressers, dining chairs and more at Edloe Finch and snag 2.02% cash back.
Albany Park
Also co-founded by Darryl and Jessica Sharpton, Albany Park is beloved for its chic, quality sofas, sectionals, armchairs, loveseats and more. You can get them all for a great price. Plus, you can nab 4.04% cash back on top.
Jungalow
For founder and artist Justina Blakeney, Jungalow is all about adding creativity and vivid accents to your living space. Blakeney sketches or paints her signature designs, which include everything from bold plant prints to those inspired by vintage textiles she’s noticed while traveling around the world. You can shop a selection of products that feature her work at Target and get 2% cash back on your purchase.
Soukie Modern
Based in Palm Springs, California, Soukie Modern was founded by Kenya Knight and Taib Lotfi with a focus on one-of-a-kind vintage Moroccan rugs, textiles and home goods that also take inspiration from mid-century designs. The rugs are made by Moroccan weavers using sustainable practices while Lofti, who is of Moroccan descent, hand weaves a variety of the tapestries on-site at the store in Palm Springs. Order from Anthropologie and get up to 4.04% cash back.
Candice Luter Art + Interiors
Candice Luter’s unique line includes half circle mirrors with fringe accents, fiber art, decorative vases and more. In 2021 she was the grand prize winner of Etsy’s Design Awards. You can find her work at Bloomingdale’s and snag 6% cash back.
Ekua Ceramics
Add a splash of color to your mug collection with these handcrafted stoneware cups. Los Angeles-based artist Sara Ekua Todd founded Ekua Ceramics in 2017, where she makes distinctive, colorful clayware influenced from her multicultural upbringing in Belgium. Order your own mug from SSENSE and enjoy up to 7% cash back.
Rochelle Porter
Rochelle Porter began drawing what would become her signature pattern designs while working a desk job as a computer programmer right out of college. After realizing that programming wasn’t for her, she founded Rochelle Porter Design, where she creates designs for sustainably made decorative pillows, throw blankets, beach towels, bedding and more. Her work is inspired by her Caribbean roots, West African weaves and Scandinavian minimalism. You can find her products at Bed Bath & Beyond and get 4% cash back.
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by Michelle Harris
Michelle Harris is the junior copywriter at TopCashback. When she’s not writing about money-saving tips, she enjoys hiking, cooking, and spoiling her chunky cat.
