Mother's Day is right around the corner, so you might be looking for the perfect little gift to show mom or the mother figures in your life just how much they mean to you. With the focus on keeping your spending local, check out this shortlist of shops and brands that could have just what you seek.
Hattie Darling
First dreamed up by local artist and founder Heather Duffy as a handmade and highly personalized gift for her own mother, Hattie Darling melds whimsical floral illustrations into monogramed letters and shapes available as prints, stationery and seasonal items that are truly an ode to Mother Nature and all her glory. Ideal for the mother who gardens, adores the tradition of snail mail, or simply appreciates beautiful art, Hattie Darling's high-quality offerings deliver (literally). Flowers like blooming dogwoods, delicate magnolias, and bright camellias take center stage, beckoning the receiver of these illustrations to bask in the beauty of nature, wherever they should find it.
Kate Lewis Ceramics
Created in her home studio in Grand Rapids, Kate Lewis Ceramics crafts microwave and dishwasher safe pottery that's sure to brighten any mom's day. Whether it's a gift card, a custom order, a cup inspired by a sunset over Lake Michigan, or a full 44-piece tableware set, there's much to choose from. Perhaps mom wants to learn how to make some pottery herself? Private and small group pottery lessons are available upon inquiry.
Photo courtesy of Fox Naturals.
Fox Naturals
Fox Naturals is the place for thoughtfully crafted, plant-based skincare and botanical perfumes made to support all skin types and honor our planet. Dreamed up and crafted locally, you could scoop up everything from hydrating lotions, nourishing body oils, and invigorating scrubs to a lovely signature scent. You could also treat mom to a custom perfume blending session, where the Fox Naturals experts will guide you every step of the way as you discuss scent, memory, and the lore of different botanicals. Not only will you leave with a one-of-a-kind scent, but you'll also get private after-hours access to shop during and after your appointment, along with 10% off your purchase that evening.
Courage & Soar
Featuring local artists and vendors in addition to embroidered clothing designed in house, Courage & Soar is the perfect catch-all shop for local gifts of all kinds. Started by Kayla Benda and her husband Alex, the shop is also located right next door to its sister store, Oh, Hello Co., which also reps over 70 local artists and vendors. From home goods like mugs to office supplies like wax stamps, you'll easily find what you need for the moms and mother figures in your life.
In addition to the stellar makers, brands and shops shared above, don't forget the large number of local businesses like salons, restaurants and more that offer gift cards—also a suitable option for mom this Mother's Day.
Written by Sarah Suydam, Managing Editor for West Michigan Woman.
Main photo courtesy of Hattie Darling.
