I recently read that just about 40% of ladies report that their boyfriend or husband is “not very often” or “never” romantic. And that got me thinking, why?! Romance is extremely important in a relationship and it does not must be expensive or complicated. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I’ve found ten awesome locally made gifts that are sure to make her swoon! Listed in no particular order…
The Elleon Collection offers handmade turbans, head coverings, and headbands for the fashionista who is not afraid to wear something that will turn heads every time she walks into a room. Made from a wide range of fabrics, the Elleon Collection is the perfect accessory to hide a bad hair day or to dress up for a special night out on the town. All of the styles were made in low numbers so the chances of seeing another woman with the very same ones were low. Turbans start at $10 and can be purchased online atelleoncollection.com or at some of the local boutiques listed on their site. Follow them on Instagram @Elleon_Collection, Facebook @ElleonCollection and Twitter @ElleonAccessory.
Create an experience with your beloved one this year by making your own wine at Camelot Cellars. Don’t be intimidated as your winemaking experience is guided by their skilled staff who make sure that your wine is ideal. After making your wine by hand, it has to ferment for 6-12 weeks and you are back to bottles, corks, and labels basically turning your gift into two date nights. Prices start at $199 for orders of 15 or 30 bottles. Camelot Cellars is located at 958 N. High Street in the Short North Art District. Visit their website at camelotcellars. com. Follow them on Twitter @CamelotWines
Scented Sugar Soy Wax and More is 100% hand poured soy wax made without any toxins or additives by twist. What’s the twist? The scents are all of your favourite sweet scents from the kitchen that we love! Like warm apple pie, sugar cookies, fruit slices and new aromas of oatmeal milk and honey, blueberry cheesecake, strawberry mimosas and more! In addition to candles with incredible scents, they offer bath bombs that are sure to help you relax and stimulate your senses. Products start at $5.00 and can be purchased online at scentedsugarsandmore.com. Follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @scentedsugars
Bryston Walters Design makes accessories, bags and baggage with a really unique aesthetic. Their collection offers everything from chic fanny packs to plush totes accented with high-end furs and leather that you will not find anywhere else. My personal favourite is the triangular shaped cowhide backpack trimmed in bright yellow leather called “The Sport”. I’ve never been a fan of backpacks but this design is so pretty and different that it caught my eye. Bryston Walters designs start at $55.00 and can be purchased online at brystonwaltersdesign.com. Follow them on Facebook @BrystonWaltersFashion, Instagram @BrystonWaltersDesign and Twitter @BrystonAWalters
Lubna Designs will make your sweetheart feel very special when you get a custom made dress for her. Don’t feel confident enough to design a dress? Don’t worry, Lubna Designs are experts in creating the perfect look to emphasize a lady’s body. From causal to red carpet looks Lubna Designs can create any look your heart desires. Visit them online at LubnaDesigns.com. Follow them on Twitter @LubnaDesigns, Facebook @LubnaDesigns and Instagram @LubnaDesigns.
Why buy an immediately available box of chocolates when you can order a customized cake from The Sweet Tooth Cottage! All of their butter cookies are made fresh and decorated by hand. Anything your imagination can think of, they can make into a cake. The Sweet Tooth Cottage is located at 10211 Sawmill Road in Powell. Visit them online at sweettoothcottage.com. Follow them on Twitter @Swttoothcottage and on Facebook @SweetToothCottage.
As much as I enjoy the bouquets, I must recommend these beautiful succulents from Planttropi which will outlast a dozen roses. Planttropy pairs succulents in recycled containers by creating unique arrangements. Succulents are low maintenance making them the perfect gift for anyone who loves nature but may not have a green thumb. Plantropy recycling containers offer a wide range of styles to match any décor. Everything from glass mercury lanterns to antique jars stuffed with different succulents are sure to put a smile on your face. Even better, a portion of each arrangement sold returns to our community to help make them “Plants with a Purpose.” Planttropy arrangements start at $18. Visit their website and find out where you can purchase yours plantthropy. co. Follow them on Instagram @Plantropy and Facebook @Plantropy
One thing that has taken Central Ohio by storm is the t-shirt game and Pebby Forevee has made a niche just for the women! The Pebby Forevee is comfy and adaptable for the confident woman who wants to make an announcement without saying a word. Pebby Forevee tee’s have fun and bold statements printed on it like, ‘Columbus is for Hustlers’, ‘Thick Thighs Thin Patience’, ‘I Love Jesus But I Cuss a Little’ and plenty of other fun sayings. When ordering a Pebby Forevee t-shirt, you can pick from a wide range of styles from crop tops to crew neck shirts making it our own comfy style. Most of the shirts cost $34.95 and can be purchased online atmypebbyforevee.com. Follow them at @Pebby-Forevee, on Twitter @PebbyForevee and Instagram @PebbyForevee.
Cool nail polish colours became the new accessory to every outfit and James Robert John, also known as JRJ, nail polish has kept women in Central Ohio in style with the latest nail color trends. JRJ not only offers a must-have color, but is guilt-free too! All of their polishes are 5 free, vegan, and cruelty free. And for Valentine’s Day, JRJ have shared their top picks “Red Delicious,’ ‘You’re Sweet,’ and ‘Love Is Everything’ offering all three in a special Vday combo. Polishes are $14 and can be purchased on their websitejamesrobertjohn. com and numerous boutiques around town. Follow them on Facebook @JamesRobertJohn or on instagram @JRJPics.
In my eyes jewellery is a crown to complete an outfit. Even if you are wearing the very same outfit as someone else, your jeweler can tell the difference and Nicki Marie Jewelry does! Nicki Marie Jewelry is created from eclectic materials like mirror, copper, sterling silver and more. Nick Marie’s designs are focused on a ‘joie de vivre of color, light and angle.’ Styles start at $15 and up. Visit them online at nickimariejewelry. com. Follow them on Twitter @NickiMarieJewel, on Facebook @NickiMarieJewelry and on Instagram @NckiMarieJewelry.
Whatever locally made gift you choose for your beloved one this Valentines Day, pair it with a brief, sweet handwritten note. Store-bought cards are great, but there’s nothing like a handwritten affirmation to complete the perfect handmade gift.
