Don't forget Mom

Mother's Day is May 9th... and homebodies has lots of fun things to give her. We'll post a few ideas a day up until closing Saturday, May 8th.

To start, here are a few boards we have ordered... you can choose from "mom" or "grandma" and these come in black or cream....both can hold lots of cherished photographs.

Locally Made Furniture

One of our talented crafters brought by

a slew of new items this past weekend including a bench (with storage under the seat), a large sofa table, a

6-foot shelf with pegs and faux drawers, a small red cabinet with 2 drawers, a black bookcase, a red bookcase and a rustic mirror. Of course if you like these items but they're the wrong size or color for your space, we can have another custom made to your specifications.

Time to see our New Clocks

homebodies has a solid selection of clocks... here's just a few to choose from. Not only are our clocks aesthetically appealing, they are priced right - starting at just $7. Our favorite is the black metal pendelum clock... it's priced at $14.99.

New Arrivals!

homebodies just received some new fun items that can fit in many different design environments. We've put up a few photos here of our favorite things... including the wire baskets... they are quite large and really make a statement. The 2-drawer chests feature a silver, rustic finish and a beautiful wood top, while the iron mirror measures about 4 feet long and is sturdy and pretty.... use it in a hallway, in a bedroom or hang it on a narrow wall.

homebodies just received this adorable lamp - and there are

only 2 left! The lamp features an easel stand in a rustic/worn finish for vintage appeal, while a bird finial (it's tough to see in this photo... sorry) and a pin-striped shade add additional charm. Priced at only $69, the lamps won't last long!

New Colorful Wreaths!

Many of you are looking for something colorful to add to your home, and homebodies has the perfect solution! We just received 2 new wreaths and both styles feature beautiful and bright blooms. We also have a good selection of wreath stands and hooks for displaying the wreaths.

Bid to Give ends SATURDAY!!

Tooele's Downtown businesses are sponsoring BID TO GIVE! It's a chance to get some really great stuff at a low price -- PLUS the money goes to charity AND you can use your receipt as a charitable donation for taxes. Here's how it works: Downtown businesses have donated items to put up for auction. All you need to do to get these items is be the highest bidder. The money collected from the highest bid goes to charity... so if you bid the most, you get cool stuff and you support a local charity.

homebodies has two bids to compete for, both of them including $20 gift certificates.

Here's a list of some other downtown businesses that are participating:

Upgrades Etcetera Computers, 26 West Vine -- donating a full computer system including monitor, keyboard, speakers and a mouse

Chamber of Commerce, 86 South Main -- donating a gift basket including gift certificates, shirts, hats and other goodies

Granny's Closet, 18 North Main -- donating a decorated window

Tooele Overstock Store, 5 North Main -- donating a rocking chair and a 5x7 wool rug

Stop by homebodies for a complete list of participants... don't wait! Bidding ends at close of business Saturday!!!

Happy Earth Day!

Happy Earth Day! As I was driving to work, I started thinking about what we, our family, do to help the earth... it's not much but it's certainly more than what we did five years ago.
We recycle newspaper and other paper (we have a big metal basket right by the fireplace and we use the paper as kindling during the cold moths) and we choose from the many metal recycle bins around town. We also recycle plastic, bottles/glass and aluminum cans. These we take to Green Box Recycling out at the Industrial Depot. The kids love that we actually get money (about .46 cents per lb. last time I checked) for the cans.
We re-use the same plastic water bottles over and over (sometimes a little too long I think) and we try to wash most of our clothes in cold water, and be mindful of water conservation in and outside of the home. As far as energy consumption goes, we started a few years back to change out our lightbulbs with the energy efficient ones and now when we leave town for a few days, we unplug small appliances and electronics.
Is any of it making a difference? I'd like to think so... and it certainly makes us feel good. Now that I've shared some of our "green" efforts, please share yours. Together, we really can make a difference for a healthier planet.

New Spa Scents

Just what you need! Calm, energy, relaxation, serenity--all conveniently wrapped up in a delightful wax warmer. homebodies just received new "spa scents" to our already extensive line of wax warmers.. our new fav? Energy... perhaps because that's what we need most. Come smell your way to bliss. Our wax warmers are priced at
$2 a package and are made of soy wax and quality fragrances.

New Arrival

homebodies is lucky to have its crafters and all the delightful things they make to sell at our store! These handmade photo holders are adorable and come in a variety of themes and color combos. There are some for the nursery, your living room or any little space that poses a decorating dilemma. The detail is amazing... the photo holders are priced at $5.95.

New arrival at homebodies! These photographs of the Salt Lake temple are stunning. The sepia prints are hand mounted on wood that is painted black and provides just enough outline to the amazing architecture that is captured in these photographs. The prints come in a variety of sizes and feature a collage of photos or just one. Prices start from $12.

Black and White Box Signs

homebodies loves these new black and white box signs for a lot of different reasons. First, we like the simple pallette... not to mention the sayings, which touch the heart and inspire one's soul. We also like them because they tend to lean more toward modern... which we get lots of requests for. We have a variety of box signs to choose from with different sayings and they also come in a variety of sizes. Come read some for yourself!

Soap is in Bloom

Soap is in bloom at homebodies. Our handmade soaps come in colorful flower designs... they not only look great, but our soaps lather up easily and smell fabulous. We have a variety of colors and fragrances. We recommend placing some of these in your bathrooms or by the kitchen sink to brighten up an area.

Spring is in the Air

Spring is in the air at homebodies-- and outside! We have a colorful assortment of items to help bring spring indoors. Here's a look at a few finds.

Beautifully Restored Antiques

We just marked down two beautifully restored antiques! The desk features

7 drawers and measures approximately 45 inches wide, 18 inches deep and 31 inches tall. It is priced at only $225

The circa 1930s buffet is stunning with its inlay designs. It features two cabinets and two drawers and measures roughly 53 inches wide, 35 inches tall and 19 inches deep. It is well worth its price: $249

Spa Bunnies

Check out homebodies' Spa Bunnies. They're made of soft white wash cloths that are dressed up with colorful flowers and ribbon. Each one features something- from lip gloss to lotion to shower gel. They make a cutesy bathroom decoration or gift. Prices start at $7.

Country Chandelier

This country chandelier is adorable! It features 8 lights covered with red ric-rac shades. The entire chandelier is adorned with leaves and red berries. Even better - the price!

Just $60.