Some of my favorite childhood memories of my mom revolve around our kitchen. She taught me to bake, she let me write out my own recipes in a little cookbook, and she even hosted cooking classes for me and my friends. Now, as a wife and a homemaker, I have found that having beautiful kitchen tools makes even the most simple of tasks so much more enjoyable. For the past few months, I have been in the process of slowly editing out the things in our home that we don't need or use. This pursuit of a more minimalist-inspired living has led me to purchase intentionally and to value quality over quantity. By reducing the number of things we have, particularly in the kitchen, I have found simple cleaning and homemaking tasks to be peaceful, and an opportunity to express joy and thankfulness. I'm really grateful for my mom; particularly for her example at home, for her joy in living, and for her authentic heart of love for others. So, in light of Mother's Day being just around the corner, I have gathered my absolute favorite daily-use kitchen items to create three gift bundle ideas that promote beautiful homemaking. 1. Turkish Towels + Wooden Scrub Brush Honestly, I didn't understand the craze about Turkish towels until I got my hands on a few for myself. Now I'm hooked. I bought both the towels and the brushes on Amazon, but you can also find wooden or bamboo scrub brushes at TJ Maxx. Turkish towels get softer and softer the more times you wash, so toss them in the wash prior to using so they can be luxuriously absorbent. Purchasing Sources: Turkish Towels Wooden Dish or Veggie Brush 2. Amber Glass Soap Dispenser + Wooden Scrub Brush I know, I know, that little brush is in this roundup twice, but seriously. I love them. They are durable, have multiple uses, fit nicely in the hand, last way longer than sponges, dry easier (so they don't stink like dishrags), yada yada yada. They're essential. And word on the street tells me that if you love something, chances are it will make a great gift. As far as the soap dispenser is concerned, amber glass is just so pretty. Target has some beautiful ones in stock right now, or you can get crafty and make your own by up-cycling a kombucha bottle. I've found that Brew Dr. Kombucha bottles can fit some soap pumps. Just scrub that label off with a magic eraser, and voila - super pretty soap dispenser. Skip Bath and Body Works this time around, and instead fill that pretty soap dispenser with some natural lavender dish soap by Seventh Generation, and you've got yourself a beautiful mom's day gift. And don't forget a little twine bow to tie it all up. Purchasing Sources: Wooden Dish or Veggie Brush Amber Soap Dispenser 3. Wooden Cutting Board + Glass Bottle of Cutting Board Oil Wooden cutting boards are classic. They also make beautiful gifts, since they're used basically every day in most kitchens. However, as with all wood, they need to be cared for properly in order to keep the wood hydrated and to avoid splitting. You can pick up a bottle of food-safe cutting board oil at most any grocery or hardware store. To elevate the aesthetic of your gift, pour some of the oil into a small amber glass bottle. I purchased my small amber bottles in the vitamins section at Whole Foods. They're really inexpensive. Plus, they can be reused for homemade essential oil concoctions, so including it in this gift bundle is a sweet, worthwhile touch. Purchasing Sources: Wooden Cutting Board Cutting Board Oil Small Amber Glass Spray Bottle xo, Meg PS. Oh, and one last thing. Regardless of what you give your mom this Mother's Day, don't forget the chocolate. Because, let's be honest. Mother's Day simply wouldn't be Mother's Day without chocolate.
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My mother is the queen of Easter tablescapes. Some of my favorite springtime memories from growing up revolve around the beautiful ways she styled our table for Easter breakfast. Scattered among the forsythia and the tea lights, platters of delicious homemade pastries and fresh fruit beckoned us to come, eat, and celebrate the resurrection of Christ. She carefully curated beautiful Easter baskets with cascading ribbons, filled to the brim with thoughtful gifts. She even made a basket for my boyfriend when he joined us for Easter breakfast when I was in college. This year, Clayton (the boyfriend she made a basket for; now my husband) and I get to host my family’s Easter brunch. With my mom’s beautiful Easter tablescapes of my childhood in mind, I’ve come up with a list of three inexpensive ways you can brighten up your dining room table for spring:
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