Flowers blooming, birds chirping, heavy clothes getting shoved into the back of the closet – it must be spring! Some of my favorite moments each day are when baby girl and I walk around the yard – “What a lovely blade of grass! Do you see the pretty flower? Is that a bird? What a wonderful song!” The monologue is presumably for her benefit, but verbally celebrating these little details of spring has encouraged my own spirit as well.
And I bet we could all use a little celebration! With that in mind, I wanted to help you celebrate spring by highlighting some gifts (all under $30) that would bring a smile to your day. Even better, since May is the month of Mary, all these ideas are Marian themed - Enjoy! xoxo-K
1) For your mom - Marian candle ($23.99) from Providential Co.
This candle makes me want to wake up early for some quiet morning prayer time! With Mother’s Day coming up, this would be the perfect gift to wrap your mama in Mary’s mantle.
2) For your dad – Pocket rosary card ($15.99) from Everyday Prayer Co.
The best thing to have in your wallet? A rosary tracker of course! I love this tactile, credit card sized rosary decade to help pray throughout the day.
3) For your prayer partner – Bracelet ($16) from My Saint My Hero
Our motto here at Every Sacred Sunday is “Say ‘Yes!’ to God, one Sunday at a time” – and this bracelet is a great reminder to say yes!
4) For students – Madonna Tote Bag ($21) from Pal Campaign
I love that this tote could be a conversation starter – Our Lady carries our spiritual burdens, and with this tote bag she can also help carry those physical burdens too.
5) For the coffee lover – Fiat Marian Mug ($28) from Rose Harrington Art
This is one of my favorite mugs. It fits a generous portion of morning caffeine, is made in the USA, and the reminder of Mary’s “Yes!” is a lovely way to start the day!
6) For your bestie – DIY Marian Cyanotype ($20) from Studio Senn
Soaking up the sun while making your own Marian artwork? Yes please! I’m so exited for a lovely park date with this DIY sun print. Note—these sold out fast! Good news is I hear Kortnee is restocking and/or releasing new cyanotype designs soon so stay tuned :)
7) For the little ones – Silicone Rosary Decade ($23) from Chews Life
Baby girl is teething up a storm right now! I’m especially liking the green and gray color combo on these food-grade silicone rosaries.
8) For you! – Marian Desktop Cameos ($28.95) from yours truly
When we first saw these cameos we just knew they would make the perfect addition to a home altar or prayer space – and we’re excited to have them back in stock!
Kassie Manning is a daughter, wife, mama and co-founder of Every Sacred Sunday. After getting her Ph.D. in molecular biology and working in healthcare consulting, she took a leap of faith to make books. When not thinking about paper thickness and sample swatches, she can be found around Texas climbing tall rocks, searching for lost chapstick, or making pro/con lists about camper trailers. Come say hi here.
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