Mother’s Day is approaching fast, but if you haven’t gotten a gift yet for your mom, don’t worry.
From plants to locally poured candles, there’s many local businesses that have thoughtful gift options for your maternal figure that you could grab before May 11. Here are some ideas for long-lasting gifts to purchase from local businesses in the Columbus area.
A nice plant that will last longer than a bouquet
Flowers are a classic Mother’s Day gift for a good reason: They’re beautiful and everyone loves getting a bouquet.
But with basic care, houseplants can be just as beautiful and last much longer than a bouquet. Some plants are more fool proof than others, too. Try something simple like a pothos or snake plant if your mom has less experience with houseplants.
Here are some local plant stores to check out:
Treat your mom to a book (or gift card)
What else lasts longer than a bouquet? A good book. If you’re not sure what your mom would read, the booksellers should be able to help you out and recommend a fun book she would like. And if not, you could also get a gift card.
There’s several local bookstores in the area, including:
Locally made candles
Columbus is the headquarters of the international scented goods empire, Bath and Body Works, but there’s some local businesses that craft candles, lotions and soaps locally.
Here are some of the spots to find a nice-smelling gift:
Local jewelry if that’s in your budget
If a nice bracelet or pair of earrings is more your mom’s style (and in your budget), there’s many local options to find a nice piece of jewelry. Here are some locally owned stores to find a gift option for Mother’s Day:
Anna Lynn Winfrey usually covers the western suburbs for the Columbus Dispatch. She can be reached at awinfrey@dispatch.com.
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