Two of the most recent projects that I've backed are:
1) a family lavender farm that is looking to upgrade their farm. I backed this one because a) I love lavender and b) it's local:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/15 ... ctor-for-o2) a cookie baker that draws the artwork on her packaging herself. I backed this one because a) cookies and tea go great together, b) I like the handcrafted touch of having the artwork on the packaging, and c) Kind of local (we're both in Washington):
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/11 ... -and-stampI like to back locally but that's not the only criteria for me, I also like to back interesting ideas and products that I see as useful. I also like to back tea projects because ... tea. I'm a bit of a freak when it comes to tea. I also like to back when I can feel a person's passion for the project.
http://kck.st/1wX4ECU