Handmade Beauty for Mother's Day
Memorable gift ideas from RIDER Gifts
People always say that the shop was built for Mom's, and it's not by accident. I have a 1st grader at home, and some of the inspiration for starting RIDER in the first place was from my own Mother. That being said, I love to think about what might make eyes sparkle this time of year. My favorites right now are handmade with a lil' extra love, like this ceramic match striker, this catch-all trinket tray, this lightweight wool scarf, or these delicious salted caramels. And of course, there are cards. For your own sake, don't forget the card!
-Alma (owner of RIDER)
Amigo Matchstriker
Amigo means friend in Spanish, and this cute match striker is definitely one that will make your candle lighting and fire starting more stylish and fun! Handmade in stoneware, it will hold up to 70 matches and his round cheeks and base are designed to light Strike Anywhere Matches (available on Amazon) with a flick of the wrist.
Measures 2.5" deep x 2" wide x 2" tall. Dishwasher safe, although hand-wash is recommended.
Handmade. Some colors, textures, shape features might differ. Comes with one set of Strike Anywhere Matches.
ABOUT THE MAKER: Carola Spitzer is a unique line of whimsical and sophisticated products that focus on helping transform a house into the home you want to return to. These pieces are modern family heirlooms, handmade in Brooklyn, NY.
Sgraffito Trinket Dish
Globe Mallows are a gorgeous, flowering plant found in the Southwest. This handmade, hand carved oval trinket dish features two little globe mallow flowers on buff clay. Each one is slightly unique and will vary from photo. Gloss finish, measures approx. 7"x4".
Sgraffito is a decorative technique, meaning "scratched" in Italian, where a top layer of paint, slip, or glaze is scratched away to reveal a contrasting color or material underneath, creating patterns or designs.
This dish is food safe but not intended for food given its detailed design. Hand wash recommended.
ABOUT THE MAKER: Gathering inspiration from the Sonoran Desert, pop culture, art history and metaphysics, Tough Kitty Designs began in 2019 in the heart of the Southwest; Tucson, Arizona.
Dawn and Dusk Scarf
Designed by Brooklyn's own, Olivia Wendel. This 100% wool scarf with a rolled hem was designed in Brooklyn and made in Italy. Breathable, lightweight, and warm.
50" x 50"
Dry clean only.
ABOUT THE MAKER: Olivia Wendel sees textiles as a way to bring her drawings to life, giving them movement and presence. Textiles transform our everyday lives, imbuing our world with more meaning, hope, and creativity. These textiles are artistic, authentic, and unique. Every design begins by hand from her Brooklyn studio, and the original artwork is preserved and celebrated in the translation from painting to textile.
Jacobsen Salty Classic Caramels
A classic confection made with the Jacobsen Salt.
The very first caramel recipe dates back over 1000 years. We have the French to thank for the addition of salt, and now we think we’ve landed a pretty great version of our own. This recipe starts with the purest sea salt, sustainably harvested from Netarts Bay on the Oregon Coast. We then carefully toast the sugar and butter to a perfect golden brown, before stirring in the heavy cream. The result: a creamy, chewy caramel with bright, briny sparks of sea salt. Best Before: 6 months
6.5 oz box measuring 6" x 4.5" x 2.5".
ABOUT THE MAKER: Founded in 2011, Jacobsen Salt Co. is the first company to harvest salt in the Pacific Northwest since the 1800s. Since then it has transformed from a local, small business to a nationally recognized brand as America’s leading salt maker.
Garden of Mama Greeting Card
A Mother's Day or anytime Mom card, with a garden of blooming daffodils, tulips, and wildflowers.
Blank inside, measuring 4.25" x 5.5". Printed in the USA.
ABOUT THE MAKER: My Darlin' is a Brooklyn-based paper goods studio cultivating nostalgia, romance, and mystery through our art and ephemera. Color + pattern + typography are our building blocks.
[Explore more Mother’s Day cards at RIDER here]
Alma Lacour opened RIDER Gifts at the end 2022 on a mission to support independent makers and provide a place for community within Park Slope. Having supported artists throughout her previous careers, RIDER took on new meaning for her as a home for talented artists and entrepreneurs who put beauty into our hearts and lives.
[For more Mother’s Day gift ideas, browse RIDER Gift’s collection here]
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