written by guest blogger Rachelle Wilson, photos by Mariah Gandy
A few of my favorite things: shopping, hand-made goodies, supporting local creators, art, and subscription boxes. Now what if I told you all of that is rolled into one with the Local Love Box? This quarterly box features locally-sourced offerings from creators in the Central Georgia area. The Winter Box is in the works and will be heading your way early December. Each item is handpicked and ready to brighten your season!
If you like surprises, I advise you to stop reading here.
Otherwise, read on for a deep dive into this box’s contents and creators.
1. Cloud Socks
Local artist Randy Heart is perhaps best known for his joyful clouds that can be spotted almost everywhere in town. From the crosswalks on Maynard Street to the exterior walls of Homegrown Yoga Studios, these cheery clouds bring smiles to passing views throughout Macon. This Winter Box provides us a bit of that glee to wear on our feet! Randy’s Cloud Socks are perfect to complete that outfit for your family photos or to gift to someone special.
2. Winter Woodland Ornaments
Another artist whose work contributes to the city scapes of our community, Heidi Clinte’s talents are known far and wide. As part of her wide-array of art and artisan offerings, she has wood-burned creations for every season. In this box, she’s created some snowy friends to keep us company. Hang from any branch, nail, or hook that looks a bit lonely.
3. Bath Bomb
For me, a hot bath is a top choice de-stressing strategy. Enter Macon Bubbles & More with their Mystic Karma bath bomb. Relaxing and aromatic, it’s perfect for after a long day or to gift.
4. Snow Day Candle
It’s no secret that 7th Street Salvage is Macon’s candle queen. The scents are unique and wrap us with the hygge this season craves. For this Winter Box, we’re offering my favorite scent of theirs, Snow Day. It really will have you ready to curl up with a book and dream of the snow we get every so often.
5. BLACTS. T-Shirt
Celebrate the achievements of a local hero with an exclusive shirt by Blacts. Simultaneously a way to preserve a local hero and spread awareness of Black Reality (past and present), this shirt is one of a kind. A global brand, BLACTS. is operated out of Macon, Georgia and this particular shirt will feature a Macon hero.
6. Schitt’s Creek Holiday Cards
If you haven’t watched Schitt’s Creek, repent and hop to it. These cards by Print Your Sheet have taken Esty by storm and are printed right here at SPARK Macon. Let Moira help you spread some holiday cheer to friends far and near.
7. Fox Painting
Be one of five to upgrade to a Super Box and your box will include a pre-release of local painter Micah Goguen’s spirit animal series that will launch this winter. These 5 original works on paper are acrylic mixed media on 140lb coated watercolor paper. The color scheme and fox are representational of the season change and each work includes a print out about Fox. Through the Local Love Box, these paintings are available at an exclusive price and are the first works of this series. Each work is in an acid free plastic sleeve with backboard and black matted frame. These custom paintings will brighten any room!
Boxes are available now through December 3rd or until they sell out. Click here to reserve yours now. Supporting local creators has never been so easy or so fun!