Let's make this Mother's Day extra-special in Hendricks County because it has been, well, let's say... a challenging year for moms. So on May 9, let's celebrate moms and mom-figures in our lives by letting them know how much we appreciate everything they do for us the other 364 days of the year.
We asked some fans on Facebook for their favorite ways to treat themselves and loved ones on Mother's Day, and here are some ways that support local businesses.
A special snack: Grazing boxes from The Hayloft
1016 E. Main St., Brownsburg, 317-939-2957
The Hayloft is known for its locally grown produce and high quality food and gift products. Facebook fans love their Grazing Boxes, which feature a variety of meats, cheeses, crackers and veggies to make a mom's day (or night)!
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A delicious treat: A Smudge Sweeter
https://www.facebook.com/ASmudgeSweeter, (317) 699-3604
Local baker Tammy Dutra believes custom treats make the world a smudge sweeter! She really goes above and beyond to tailor each of her special occasion cakes (weddings, birthdays, graduation, etc.) and cake pops to her customer's wishes.
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A special piece of jewelry: Tag You're It Jewelry
https://tagyoureitjewelry.com/ and on Etsy at TagYoureItJewelry, 1654 E. Northfield Dr., Suite 700, Brownsburg
This local company (with a global reach via Etsy) makes beautiful stackable rings, necklaces and other unique jewelry, hand-stamped with loved ones' names and birthstones.
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A special outing: Fairbanks Art Nature Park
The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art Nature Park ("100 Acres") at Newfields
1850 W. 38th St., Indianapolis
The Nature Park is free to walk around, and the garden displays are BEAUTIFUL this time of year. We went to the Nature Park for the first time last weekend, and we all had a great time. Incredible sculptures dot the landscape, and more adventurous types can walk on packed-dirt trails along the White River. Admission to the art museum is separate.
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Fun Crafts for Kids to Make
Handmade gifts are all about the heart. Help the kids make gifts for mom she's sure to treasure:
- Free Printables (coloring pages and "About My Mom" quizzes)
- Mason Jar Vase
- Kid Craft: Easy DIY Puzzle Piece Frames
- DIY Photo Coasters
- Stick With Us: A DIY Heart-Shaped Garden Stake
- Cookie Cutter Bird Feeders
- How to Make Easy Paper Plate Suncatchers
