Just the thought of Winter Solstice makes me happy - the peace this celebration brings is certainly what we need this year.

Also important? Shopping small business.

Here are 5 Etsy shops selling Yule and Solstice decorations to help you prepare for the longest night of the year on December 21, and even Christmas and Winter. Enjoy!

1. Yule Cleansing Sticks from AstralElixirShoppe of Maryland:

2. Birch Log Yule Tealight Holder FossWoodworkingCo of Wisconsin:

3. Handmade Witch Bells from QuirkySquirrelShop of Indiana

4. Yule Cinnamon Broom from MagickandMacabre of New York:

5. Embroidered Yule Stockings from FriggasFinery of Idaho: