Support local while celebrating the mom in your life.
Words by Abby L. Johnson
East Austin offers a multitude of ways to show gratitude on Mother’s Day. We’ve made shopping for the perfect present easy and rounded up this list of experiences and gifts found hyper-locally in East Austin.
Take Heart
This local boutique and gift shop features a thoughtful collection of treasures ranging from candles to cookware to accessories from around the world. You’re sure to find the perfect artisan-made good to fit her taste.
1211 E 11th St. | takeheartshop.com | @takeheartshop
Skin by Rachel
Help mom relax by treating her to a rejuvenating facial from local esthetician Rachel Spillman-Johnson. Rachel opened her business in 2008 with the goal of providing affordable and effective services to her community. After a visit to this Eastside storefront, mom is sure to come home refreshed and happy.
2124 E 6th St., Ste. 104 | skinbyrachel.com | @skinbyrachelatx
Rocheli’s Patisserie
Don your pearls and head over to Rocheli’s Patisserie for a Breakfast at Tiffany’s-themed tea party. Featuring French pastries, tea sandwiches, charcuterie, tea, and a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, this experience is an elegant and tasty way to celebrate. Be sure to call or email ahead of the big day because reservations are required (choose between an 11am and 3pm seating).
1212 Chicon St., Ste. 102 | (512) 220-4107 | info@rocheli.com | @rocheli_patisserie
Rosebud Meal Kit Subscription
This locally-owned meal subscription brings fresh ingredients and dinner ideas to tables all over Austin. Featuring seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and recipes created by Rosewood Chophouse’s incredible chefs, Rosebud saves time and food waste while supporting Texas farmers and making mealtime a fun activity the whole family can enjoy. Give a monthly subscription to a fresh meal delivered weekly to mom, taking the hassle out of meal planning for a while.
rosebudatx.com | @rosebudatx
Fail
Fail Jewelry is a woman-owned business founded by jewelry designer Christine Fail. Each piece is thoughtfully designed with Austinites in mind. Christine’s unique, affordable pieces are made to be lived in. A piece from Fail is sure to be a keepsake she’ll cherish with the practicality of being an accessory she will want to wear every day.
failjewelry.com | @failjewelry
Cork & Screw
Gift a fun wine tasting at Cork & Screw! Located inside Camp East, one of the newest food truck parks to arrive in East Austin, is a charmingly reimagined house-turned-wine-shop, filled with natural wines of all varietals. While Mother’s Day is all booked up for tastings, you can always pick up a bottle or purchase a gift card to tide mom over before the tasting day arrives.
2907 E 12th St. | corkandscrewatx.com | @corkandscrew.atx
East ATX Market
Give the gift of quality time, free drinks, and a local shopping spree by taking mom to the East ATX Market’s Mother’s Day shopping event. From 3 to 7pm, enjoy complimentary cocktails from Dulce Vida Tequila while perusing offerings from Austin vendors, makers, and artists.
2823 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. | @eastatxmarket
Don’t see the perfect gift? Take a peek at last year’s line up for more inspiration here.
