ShowMe’s Favourite Things | Violets Are Blue
Here are our favourite things…
A mad dash around local shops in Hermanus proved to be quite exciting this month! Our theme is blue and just in time for Mother’s Day. Find something beautiful, hand-crafted and locally sourced for her on the special day.
Blue represents power and knowledge. The colour blue is one of trust, honesty and loyalty, all the things that mom’s represent!
Here are our favourite things…
Much Needed TLC
Treat your mom to a back massage or a range of treatments from the Wellness Emporium. This beauty salon in Hermanus has a spa menu to rival those of 5 star hotels. Show her how much she means to you this Mother’s Day!
Telephone: 028 312 4743
Address: Main Road, Hermanus
For The Wild At Heart
The water might be a bit cold but that won’t stop her having the time of her life shark cage diving with Marine Dynamics. Take your mom on a trip that will get the blood racing while experiencing unforgettable memories!
Telephone: 079 9309 694
Address: Kleinbaai, Gansbaai
The Entertainer
Pure South in Hermanus is a store filled with hand crafted trinkets in an array of colours and designs. Treat your mom to a hand painted serving tray for those days when she has guests over or buy her a lovely décor piece for her home.
Telephone: 028 312 1899
Address: Shop no.5 155 Main Road, Hermanus
Kitchen Queen
Does your mom love to bake or cook up a storm? Pop into Goozi and be amazed at all the kitchen accessories on offer. Treat her to a Le Creuset tea set or beautiful place mats. The monster cake mould is very popular as well as the nifty blow torch for finishing off lemon meringues or creme brulees.
Telephone: 028 312 4979
Address: 11 Mitchell Street, Hermanus
A Night In
Mom’s work hard and they deserve a break now and then. Book her into Ocean’s Eleven Guest House. She’ll have the chance to put her feet up, read a a good book and be well rested to tackle the rest of year!
Telephone: 028 312 1332
Address: 11 Westcliff Road, Hermanus
Classy Lady
Every lady likes to look and feel beautiful. Pop into Elements and pick out a scarf or charming set of earrings. Make something from the heart with wooden cut out letters and figurines in a wide selection of colours.
Telephone: 028 312 2199
Address: 2 Broad Street, Hermanus
Home Body
If your mom’s house is her fortress why not visit SHUK for something that she will always treasure? The door stops are arty and come in a multitude of styles, the bracelets are a hit and the stone hearts are great for placing beautiful touches to rooms throughout the home.
Telephone: 072 2756 447
Address: 3 Victoria Square, Long Street Arcade, Hermanus
Free Spirit
If your mom is a lover of beautiful things pay a visit to the team that heads up Amulet. The store is a wonderland filled with nostalgic items. The woven nests and vintage trinkets sell out quickly so be sure to visit soon. There are also an array of stunning hand-crafted cards to choose from.
Telephone: 028 313 0359
Address: 4 Broad Street, Hermanus
A Flower For You
A woman never grows tired of flowers. Surprise her with a colourful bouquet in her favourite colour. Andre and his team from Okasie Hermanus will help you to knock her off her feet this Mother’s Day!
Telephone: 028 312 4998
Address: 5 Victoria Square, Long Street Arcade, Long Street, Hermanus
I’m A Toe’s In The Sand Kinda Girl
Revel in the warm autumn sun this Sunday. After all the gifts have been opened why not go for a morning stroll on one of the beaches in Hermanus. Breathe in the fresh air and dip your toes into the sea.
Telephone: Leave your cell-phone at home.
Address: Grotto, Sandbaai or Onrus
I’ll write the word blue in green and when I ask you what color it is, the proper response is turquoise. ― Jarod Kintz
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