Mother’s Day is a time to honor the sacrifices of Moms, show our love and appreciation, and celebrate them with time together as a family. But, how can you brighten the day of a lady who shines her light on everyone around her? Who knows Moms better than a Mom? We talked to local Mom makers who share their favorite confidence-boosting, joy-inducing gifts for the moms in your life.
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For a Mom of a teen girl…
Green Girl Goods Spring Box
(or Yearly Subscription)
MEET THE MAKER: Sara Marino
Mother of three in Avon Lake, M.Ed., Natural Health Specialist,
Founder and Owner, Green Girl Goods
A curated collection of clean beauty, self-care and eco-friendly products for teen and ‘tween girls that moms will want to share – the Green Girl Goods Spring Box includes mascara, invisible acne-fighting spot covers, a guided journal, glow balm, an eyelash curler, sparkle gloss, and a Green Girl Goods custom pin, along with an insert detailing why each product was selected.
$43 per box (subscription includes four boxes shipped seasonally), beagreengirl.com
2. For a Mom who needs pampered…….
Mae Bee Honey Company Gift Box
MEET THE MAKER: Holly Krieger
Mom of three in Medina, owner and maker
of Mae Bee Honey Company
Treat mom to local honey and handmade soaps, candles and cosmetics that are good for her and the planet. The Mae Bee Honey Company Just Relax Gift Box, $50, includes a small hand-poured 100% beeswax candle of choice, two cold process soaps of choice, Bath Soak (bath tea or bath bomb), lotion bar or intense repair balm, body Butter, lip balm and a solid scrub Bar. Also check out the Luxury Gift Box, $70, which includes a locally handmade candle pot (made from 100% beeswax and therapeutic-grade essential oils) that doubles as a planter once burning is complete, and more. Select Mae Bee products can be found at Boyert’s Greenhouse & Farm and Centerra Co-Op Country Store in Medina, at hhscience.com/store/c132/
Mae_Bee_Honey_Co, and at four boutiques inside Trillium Creek Dermatology offices in Medina, Brunswick, Wadsworth and Wooster.
3. For the stylish DIY Mom…….
Self-Care Saturday Shopping Event and Personalized Tassel Keychain or Rope Belt Making Class
MEET THE MAKER: Valerie Mayèn
Founder and Chief of Awesome, Yellowcake Shop Detroit Shoreway Neighborhood Mother of Two
Join Project Runway’s alumna and Yellowcake Shop’s owner and head dress baker, Valeri Mayen, for a three-hour Mother’s Day shopping celebration or a one-hour class where you, Mama, or you and Mama can enjoy snacks and bubbly and hand make either a personalized leather tassel keychain or a custom rope belt in your (or Mama’s) color of choice. Invite the mother figure in your life for a fun Mother’s Day experience May 7. Attend the Self-Care Saturday to enjoy a BOGO Sale and shop handmade products. (11 am. to 5 p.m. $5 ticket applied to purchase on arrival to class from 5-6 p.m.: $60 for one attendee, $100 for two attendees. Register online.) Shop online at yellowcakeshop.com or during studio hours Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. with private shopping appointments available 12-6 p.m. at the 78th St. Studios home base in Cleveland.
4. For the Mom on the go…….
Ellie Jane Bags Maggie Bucket Bag
MEET THE MAKER: Sarah Larson
Owner and Maker, Ellie Jane Bags, Bay Village Mother of three
Hand-crafted of full-grain leather, this versatile drawstring bag converts from a comfortable shoulder or crossbody bag to a backpack with two detachable straps. The Maggie Bucket Bag is unlined and has two pockets, one interior slip pocket and one exterior slip pocket with a snap closure. Aside from the leather drawstring closure, the turn-lock feature keeps the bag secure, especially when worn as a backpack. You’ll find a convenient key clasp inside. Leather color options may change as supply availability dictates. Dimensions: 12” tall, 13” wide at opening (tapers slightly at bottom), 4.5” deep. $315, Ellie Jane Bags and gift cards are sold online at elliejanehandmade.com
5. For the essential oils-loving Mom…….
Self-Love Diffuser Bracelet
MEET THE MAKER: Melissa Jackson
Owner and Designer, Gold Arrow Studios, Avon Mother of four
Stylishly and discreetly diffuse oils on the go with this multi-purpose aromatherapy bracelet featuring 10-mm natural pink opal stones and porous gold lava rocks, a strong elastic stretch cord and gold spacers. Bracelets come in a standard size of medium (7.25”), unless otherwise noted at checkout. Other sizing options available. To find your size, wrap a piece of string around your wrist, measure it with a ruler, then add ½”. Simply add a drop or two of your favorite oil onto the lava rocks to diffuse for up to three hours, at which point you can replenish with the same oil or a new one. $44, goldarrowstudios.com with shipping and local pickup available, and products can be found at local boutiques.
6. For the Mom with the boho edge…….
2 ODD BIRDS Raw
Natural Stone Necklace
MEET THE MAKER: Sara Rockburn
Owner and Jewelry Designer, 2 Odd Birds, Olmsted Falls Mother of a Daughter
A perfect layering piece, this raw natural aquamarine, amethyst or moonstone necklace is light and comfortable to wear all day long. Available in 14”, 15”, 16”, 18”, 20”, or 22” lengths with optional 2” extender. Stones vary in size and range from 0.25” to 0.75”, depending on type. Each unique piece is complimented with brass oxidized for an aged and weathered appeal. $28-$30+, Can be purchased online at 2oddbirds.com, at Tart Boutique in Rocky River, and Pretty Things Salon in Cleveland.
7. For the modern farmhouse Mom…….
Awake Your Soul Watercolor & Wood Sign Art
MEET THE MAKER: Jill Glad
Co-Owner, Awake Your Soul Watercolor & Wood, Brunswick Mom of three
Awake Your Soul Watercolor & Wood products feature light and airy color schemes that seamlessly meld with modern design aesthetics to deliver farmhouse vibes or boho eclectic looks for home décor. Made from plywood, pine, paper and a lot of love, these versatile and lovely signs framed in rustic pine with a light gray stain display positive affirmations and darling sentiments for all the Moms in your life. They come in a range of sizes and prices, starting at $12 for tiny 3.5×3.5-inch signs to $20 for popular 5×5-inch or 8×10-inch signs, and $48+ for larger 12×15-, 16×16- or 17×21-inch signs. $12-$35+, awakeyoursoulwatercolor.com. Signs are also available at monthly marketplace weekends at Ivory Barn in Pataskala, Ohio.
8. For the Mom who pairs wine and candles…….
Furbish & Fire Upcycled Wine Bottle Candle
MEET THE MAKER: Michelle Liller
Owner, Furbish & Fire Candle Co., Avon Lake Mother of two
Celebrate the special Moms in your life with up-cycled wine bottle candles with fun, witty or personalized label designs. Hand-poured in small batches inside the Furbish & Fire Avon Lake studio, the candles are all hand-cut and polished, made from 100% soy wax with lead-free, cotton wicks and include premium, phthalate-free fragrances. Personalize with your choice of signature fragrances to help calm, energize or freshen her space in style. $27 each, Candles are sold online at furbishandfire.com and at local boutiques.
9. For the Mom who appreciates the little things….
Pint-Sized Pegs
MEET THE MAKER: Amie Kanengeiser
Owner and Artist, Sagamore Hills Mother of three
Pint-Sized Pegs are hand-crafted and hand-painted custom wooden peg dolls modeled after anything you can imagine, from Trailblazing Women and Inspired Artists to beloved cartoon characters and customized family members or pets for collectibles. Trailblazing women are sporting their own graphic T-shirts, including Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Greta Thunberg and Kamala Harris. Each Bob Ross peg doll from the Inspired Artists collection comes with a hand-painted canvas painted in Bob’s style and a mini easel to display it. Custom people or families start at $25 per person and vary based on level of detail, clay work add-ons, number of family members, pets, etc. Prices vary, etsy.com/shop/PintSizedPegs, at River Light Gallery in Peninsula, and Forage and Feather in Aurora.