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Mother's Day Faves
EVERY item on this list was selected by the women behind Stay + Play Local. The only requirement prior to picking our items was that they had to be found in a LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS in our communities.
Most links below take you directly to that specific product at our local shops' online stores! How easy is that?!
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FAVE PRODUCTS
RISING LIGHTS PROJECT LIP BALM
Rising Lights Project | Geneva
"Hydrating, nourishing, all natural and never greasy, this is lip balm PERFECTION! Made with local honey and packaged by the members of the Rising Lights community, this is the beauty product I turn to more than any other." - Kelly
PRICE: $20
SNAKE PLANTS
GROW | Geneva
"The snake plants instantly bring life to any room. Plus, they are very durable. I do NOT claim to have a green thumb AT ALL. But even I have kept my snake plants alive for almost two years!" -Megan
PRICE: $15 - $62 depending on plant size
VOLCANO CANDLE
Cocoon | Geneva
"I am not exaggerating when I say I have at least two of these candles in my house at any given time." -Megan
PRICE: Starting at $22
LIBRARY OF FLOWERS PERFUME
Cocoon | Geneva
"Delicate, light, feminine, beautiful. I instantly feel pretty when I put this on." -Kelly
PRICE: $42
ENGLISH NOTECARDS
Little Traveler | Geneva
"I send these to some friends' moms who are alone or in assisted living. The women love mail! Beautifully done, all kinds of animals." -Barb
PRICE: $13 for 8 cards
CRA-YON VANILLA CEO PERFUME
Odalisque | Geneva
"This is my favorite perfume! It is soft and feminine. The scent stays on but is not overpowering." -Megan
PRICE: $95
CAMO + PINK STRIPED TOTE
Flair on Third | Geneva
"Inside this bag carries my life. It’s not only adorable, it’s easy to clean, sturdy, and magically shape-shifting!" -Kelly
PRICE: $96
KAVA DIEM GIFT CARD
Kava Diem | St. Charles
"Treating myself to a "fancy" coffee is my idea of self-care and is made even better when you can enjoy it with sweeping riverfront views. Kava Diem has an inventive, rotating selection of options, but a Cinnamon & Honey Latte always hits the spot." -Brenda
PRICE: FLEXIBLE!
FAVE SERVICES
CRYOTHERAPY
French Med Spa | St. Charles
"Three minutes in the chamber and you are energized for the day, inflammation is down, and they say (and I hope they're right) you can burn up to 500 calories! Sign this tired mama up!" -Bre
PRICE: Starting at $60
FASCIAL STRETCH
Sage Healing Collective | St. Charles
"Different from a massage in that there is a little more alertness during the service, but the after effect is INSANE! I gain at least an inch in length every time I visit Ashley and always feel incredible!" -Chrissy
PRICE: $100
FAVE EXPERIENCES
CUSTOM CANDLE POURING
Scentcerely Yours | Geneva
"It's such a relaxing time experimenting with new scents and coming up with something individual to your preferences. I love how the scent perfectly fills my home without being overpowering. Current favorite: oatmilk + honey with hints of clove and orange zest." -Brenda
PRICE: Experience starting at $17
ESCAPE ROOMS
iPanic | St. Charles
"I always love an out-of-the-box night out, and escape rooms have had my heart for the last decade! They challenge you to communicate, collaborate, and problem solve TOGETHER with your group. SUCH a fun experience!" -Chrissy
PRICE: Starting at $30 per person