An Apple a Day

We all know an apple a day helps keep the doctor away. This is the time of year to put that old adage to work. Our apple trees are brimming with fruit. There are only so many pies one can eat, so I find myself looking for other ways to put my apples to good use.

Of course, every kitchen needs a bowl (click here for the yellowware bowl shown above) full of apples. Having them right out on the table makes it easier for my daughter to choose a healthy snack. Another quick and easy idea is to make apple votive holders. Simply carve out the center and add your candle. Put several together on our eco-friendly wood compote for a friendly fall centerpiece.

You can also bring the scent of fresh baked apples into your home without all the work of actually baking—just try our best-selling Baked Apples and Cream soy candle by Sweet Grass Farm.

Great Gift Ideas for Great Moms

There's still time to get your mom something a little different for Mother's Day. Our Shell Salt and Pepper Shakers from stylish Potluck Studios are great for moms who love the beach house look. They're made from cruelty free shells and are just $15 a pair.

Eco-friendly moms will love our Wood Compote. Also from Potluck Studios, this compote is handcrafted from plantation-sourced, renewable mango wood. Just $48.

Garden lovers will appreciate the colorful, fun style of our French Dot Garden Pots. Give her one of each color. Just $14.95 each.

If there's a mom with a sweet tooth then the Sundaes Best Hot Fudge Sauce Gift Trio is the way to go. This hot fudge sauce is insanely good. Made from farm fresh ingredients, it tastes so yummy, most people end up eating it right out of the jar. Just $19.95

Our Damier Red Salad Bowl is perfect for those with a love of vintage-inspired kitchenware. It has a French farmhouse feel and is only $49.95.

There you go! Five great ideas--all under $50.