Tour of Georgia Stop #4: North Georgia

Breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy the view! Our Tour of Georgia is taking us to the North Georgia mountains.

Our North Georgia gift box features products from all over this area of the Peach State including: Nora Mill General Store Wild Blueberry Muffin and Pancake mix, Unicoi Preserves Salted Caramel Peach Spread, Honey On The Hill Bee Peachy Sugar Scrub and Wildflower Honey, and JumpinGoat Coffee Roasters Southern Pecan Coffee.

Meet the Artisans

Unicoi Preserves

Suzy and Clark Neal founded Unicoi Preserves out of a desire to produce products from ingredients they could source locally from their Georgia mountain region. They created their popular Salted Caramel Peach Spread, featured in our North Georgia gift box, from a bushel of Lane Southern Orchards Ruby Prince peaches sourced after a day of vending at a Georgia Grown festival. The Neals are competitive home cooks and their products have won numerous awards including being named a finalist at UGA Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest and winning a World Hot Sauce Best of Show award. You can find recipes on their website to cook their delicious creations at home. The Neals moved to Sautee-Nacoochee, GA from south Georgia in 2008 because they were drawn to the area for its outdoor recreation opportunities.

Honey On The Hill

Dale Fisher is the founder, owner and head beekeeper at Honey On The Hill. After his last tour in Afghanistan, Dale found himself injured both mentally and physically and searching for something to keep him out of a dark place. After trying other farming ventures, he found that harvesting honey was his passion. In fact, he credits honeybees with saving his life by giving him focus, balance, and a reason to face a new day with every sunrise. With that, Dale started Honey On The Hill with the goal of providing the best raw, sustainably-sourced honey available on the market. Today, Honey On The Hill has grown to not only provide raw honey varieties but also gourmet candy, beauty products, and SuperFood Heroes. You can find Honey On The Hill Wildflower Honey and Bee Peachy Sugar Scrub in our North Georgia gift box. 

Nora Mill Granary

Nora Mill Granary has been a part of North Georgia history for over 100 years. The mill was built in 1876 complete with 1,500 pound French Burr Mill Stones and a 100 ft. wooden raceway that feeds water to a water turbine - not a vertical water wheel. In 1902 Dr. Lamartine G. Hardman bought the mill and named it "Nora Mill" in memory of his sister Nora. After a succession of millers throughout the years, in the early 1980s, Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Ron Fain worked with the Hardman family and leased Nora Mill for him and his parents to bring back to life and operate. Ron became the Miller of Nora Mill. Over the years, Ron worked with his parents until their passing, and then brought his youngest daughter Joann in under his wing to learn the art of milling and work the Nora Mill business. Nora Mill is now in the fourth generation of the Fain family operation as Joe Vandegriff and his wife Addi, along with Joann Fain Tarpley, with husband Rich, continue to manage and operate Nora Mill Granary. There have been many changes over the years, but the main idea is still the same: to grind fresh grains with no additives or preservatives with old-fashioned quality. Nora Mill has recently gone through a major refurbishing to help continue the legacy of the Mill for many years to come. You can find their Wild Blueberry Muffin and Pancake mix in our North Georgia gift box.

Jumpin Goat Coffee Roasters

Jumpin Goat Coffee Roasters in Cleveland was founded with the goal of providing the best coffee possible. Their products are the highest quality single origin beans and flavored coffees offered anywhere in the world. You may wonder, "what do goats have to do with coffee?" Their name originates from the ancient folklore of how coffee was discovered. In the 1500's, a Goat herdsman an Ethiopian named Kaldi would free range feed his goats. His goats would always stop and eat the red ripe cherries that grew on a bush and after eating these red cherries they would start jumping and running around with a new burst of energy. He shared his experience with friends and fellow Herdsman, and they all decided to pick some of the red berries and boil them. Once they had boiled them and decided to drink the juice, they felt a new burst of energy and knew that this is what the goats had experienced as well. The news of this new drink spread around the world and became known as Coffee. You can find Jumpin Goat Southern Pecan Coffee in our North Georgia gift box.

It was so refreshing to visit the North Georgia mountains for this piece of our Tour of Georgia. To have a tranquil escape to North Georgia from your home, order our North Georgia gift box here. 

Tour of Georgia Stop #3: Metro Atlanta

A melting pot of culture, art, cuisine, and more, Atlanta is a hub for some of the best experiences you can have in the Peach State. This week we will be traveling all over Georgia’s capital which let’s be real - no one calls Hotlanta if you really KNOW & love this city.

Our Made in Atlanta gift box features products from all over A-town including: Georgia Sourdough Co. Sea Salt Crackers, Bella Cucina Artichoke Lemon Pesto, Beautiful Briny Sea Magical Unicorn Salt, Caja Popcorn Pimento Cheese popcorn, Peach Bites, and Montane Grapefruit Peach Sparkling Water.

Meet the Artisans

Bella Cucina Artful Food

Bella Cucina Artful Food was born from Alisa Barry's passion for cooking and eating as an artful ritual. Inspired by her culinary training in California and sabbaticals in the hill towns of Italy, she crafts products made with locally sourced ingredients. They have produced their small batch products in Atlanta for more than 25 years. Bella Cucina has been featured on Oprah’s “Favorite Things” show, in “O" Magazine, Food & Wine, Martha Stewart Living, Better Homes & Garden, and Cooking Light. Their Artichoke Lemon Pesto, featured in our Made in Atlanta gift box, was chosen as one of "Oprah's Favorite Things" early on, which gave their brand great exposure.

Georgia Sourdough Co. 

After 25 years in the restaurant business, founder & baker Tracy Gribbon started Georgia Sourdough Co. She started Georgia Sourdough Co. with the idea that we should all get back to basics when it comes to our food without having to worry about harmful ingredients, GMOs, and chemicals. Georgia Sourdough Co. only uses organic flour which costs 130% more than conventional flour. However, they believe it is worth it to keep Glyophosphate out of their crackers and people’s bellies. Handmade from scratch the crackers are rolled, baked and sliced into crackers each shaped as unique as the next. You can find Georgia Sourdough Co. Sea Salt Crackers in our Made in Atlanta gift box. 

Caja Popcorn

Caja Popcorn started as a small storefront on Peachtree Road in 2012. Their goal was simple - to produce a fresh and flavorful popcorn by hand using only quality ingredients from chef-driven recipes. Their family continues this mission today, bringing customers the same flavorful, honest, small-batch popcorn as the day they first opened their doors. The result is a variety of Sweet, Savory, and Spicy flavor options with a Southern Flair. Caja Popcorn is lead by chief popper, Nick McCormick, who is a trained chef with nearly 20 years in the industry. Why choose gourmet popcorn as a culinary creation? In his words, "I love popcorn because it is the perfect vehicle to experiment with unique and distinct flavors - and share those flavors with others." You can find their Pimento Cheese Popcorn in our Made in Atlanta gift box. 

Beautiful Briny Sea

Beautiful Briny Sea began in 2011 when restauranteur Suzi Sheffield decided to find new adventures and pursue her culinary passion. With a ton of creativity and a flair for whimsy, Suzi started Beautiful Briny Sea in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward. Their salt blends amp up the flavor of any dish or creation and are made in small-batches. They currently have 12 different salt batches and are always dreaming up new creations in the Salt Shack. You can find their Magical Unicorn Salt in our Made in Atlanta gift box.

Montane Sparkling Spring Water

There's only one pure sparkling spring water on the market and it's made right here in the Peach State. Cason and Virginia Callaway set out on a mission to connect man and nature in a way that benefits both, establishing Callaway Gardens in the 1950s. Since then, four generations of the family have expanded this mission by founding Montane Sparkling Spring Water. Montane Sparkling spring water is derived from Blue Springs’ quartzite bedrock, which produces some of the purest water on the planet. Upholding the purity of this refreshing product, you won't find any artificial sweeteners, calories, sugar or sodium in Montane products. Each flavor of Montane Sparkling Water stays true to the Southern heritage of the family. A 2019 Flavor of Georgia winner, their Grapefruit Peach flavor can be found in our Made in Atlanta gift box.

We loved (virtually) visiting Georgia's capital and seeing these wonderful artisans. To take a trip to the ATL without leaving your home, shop our Made in Atlanta gift box here. 

Tour of Georgia Stop #2: Middle Georgia

From whitewater rafting in Columbus to game days in Athens, Middle Georgia has an Explore Georgia adventure for everyone.

Our Middle Georgia gift box features products from all over this area of the Peach State including Southern Straws Original Cheese Straws (Columbus), Watanut Georgia Pecan Shortbread Cookies (Augusta), Phickles Pickles Carrot Stix (Athens), Biron Herbal Teas Peach Honeybush Tea (Macon), Corks Kettle Corn Kettle Popcorn (Statesboro) and Rinse Bath & Body Oats & Honey Soap (Monroe).

Meet the Artisans

Southern Straws Cheese Straws

Columbus, bordered by the Chattahoochee River, is home to the longest urban whitewater rafting in the world! One artisan duo who calls Columbus home is Margaret and Neal Amos, the mother-and-son team behind Southern Straws. Growing up, Neal and his younger brothers would watch their mother make thousands of cheese straws for friends during the holidays. In 2014, they turned their hobby into a business when they launched Southern Straws. The foundation for their delicious cheese straws is an old recipe Margaret got from her mother. Their unique bite-size shape makes them perfect for salads, soups, chili, even grits! Southern Straws offers three flavors of cheese straws including: Original, their most popular flavor with a nice kick of spice featured in our Middle Georgia gift box; Spicy, for those who like a little more heat; and Mild, no heat but focused on the rich cheddar flavor.

Biron Teas

Biron Teas is owned and operated by Andi Biron. Andi has a Master of Science in Homeopathy. Biron Teas initial herbal blends were made for friends and family to help them overcome the stage of life they were going through. Love & Laughter was made for a friend going through a bad break-up. Memory Magic was made for a single mom trying to finish her degree. Worryease was made for Andi who loves to sip it when she feels overwhelmed. Each Biron Teas blend has a unique story and purpose. Continuing their commitment to sustainability, Biron Teas teabags and overwraps are biodegradable so you can feel good about what you're sipping. Their Peach Honeybush Tea is featured in our Middle Georgia gift box.  

Rinse Bath & Body

In 2002, Heather Swanepoel took up soap-making as hobby after figuring out she was horrible at knitting. To justify making pounds of soap at a time to her husband, she would give away her soap to anyone who would take it. As she experimented with ingredients, she found herself perfecting products and people wanted to buy her products. With that, Rinse Bath & Body was born. With 20 product categories, they offer divine smelling products from soaps to shower bombs to lip balms and beyond. You can find Rinse Bath & Body at over 1500 retail partners (including Georgia Crafted, of course!) as well as Disneyland and Disney World. The Georgia Crafted Peaches carry multiple varieties of their products and are excited to feature their Oats & Honey soap in our Middle Georgia gift box.

Corks Kettle Corn

Another great college town, Statesboro is not only home to Georgia Southern but also some of the best kettle corn you'll ever taste from Corks Kettle Corn. On a whim, David Cork bought a kettle corn cooker in the early 2000’s and started popping at the local farmers market. From that simple beginning, Corks Kettle Corn has grown their wholesale distribution and ships popcorn all over the country. They offer multiple varieties of kettle corn including their famous Original Kettle Corn, Old Fashioned Caramel Corn, and their Simply Salted Corn. To ensure their customers get the highest-quality product, they use mushroom style popcorn that pops up to HUGE fluffy pieces, and  take extra time to sift out any un-popped or broken pieces. Their Original Kettle Corn is featured in our Middle Georgia gift box and you can shop all of their products in our Middle Georgia collection. 

Phickles Pickles

Athens is not only home to the University of Georgia and the Dawgs but also Phickles Pickles. In 2008, Angie Tillman began selling pickled veggies off her front porch and then in stores all over Georgia. With that, Phickles Pickles was born. A definite foodie and talented cook, Angie  has shared recipes on her social media platforms over the years - many of which have now become products she's added to the Phickles brand!  In her words, "Pretty much... if it's something I like to eat, I'm packaging it for resell!" At this time, Phickles offers seven different pickled veggies, two cheese spreads, three bbq sauces, two pepper jellies and a salsa.... all are gluten-free and low sugar. Her top-selling Phickles Carrot Stix are featured in our Middle Georgia gift box.

Watanut

You may know Augusta for the legendary Masters golf tournament but this charming town also features lovely small businesses like Watanut. Augusta, Georgia natives and Watanut founders, Brian and Kam Kyzer, are adventurous, creative, and love to take the road less traveled. Their gourmet nut mixes and shortbread cookies are made from scratch from the finest ingredients, baked fresh daily, and packed by hand. They source local growers and shellers for Georgia’s best pecans for their gourmet pecan gifts.The name Watanut comes from their enthusiasm and passion for what they do. Their delicious Georgia Pecan Shortbread cookies are featured in our Middle Georgia gift box.

We had such a great time (virtually) visiting Middle Georgia. If you want to explore this piece of the Peach State from the comfort of your couch, shop our Middle Georgia gift box here. 

Tour of Georgia Stop #1: South Georgia

Known for rolling fields of farmland, dirt roads, and some of the best eats you can find, South Georgia is the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the big city to just take it slow and relax.

During our Tour of Georgia South Georgia stop, we visited the town of each artisan featured in our South Georgia gift box including Goodson Pecans Cinnamon Sugar pecans (Leesburg), Oliver Farm Infused Sunflower Oil (Pitts), Grassroots Coffee “Bean Me Up, Scotty” Coffee (Thomasville), Wisham Jellies Peachy Peach Pepper jelly (Tifton), and Stripling's General Store Beef Jerky (Cordele).

Meet the Artisans

Goodson Pecans

Leesburg is not only the hometown of country music singer and songwriter, Luke Bryan, American Idol winner, Phillip Phillips, and MLB player, Buster Posey, but also home to Goodson Pecans. With four generations of pecan farmers in the family, the Goodsons know pecans but welcome all pronunciations of the tree nut's name. They have been producing gourmet pecan flavors for over 11 years. Featured in our South Georgia gift box, their Cinnamon Sugar Pecans were the first gourmet variety sold when they began their business and to this day are still the most popular seller. They have multiple award-winning & finalist products including their Honey Cinnamon Pecan Butter, Toasted Sriracha Pecans, and Vanilla Espresso Pecans. 

Oliver Farm

Oliver Farm is located in rural Wilcox County near Pitts, Georgia. With only 3 total stop lights in the entire county, you could say that this area of the Peach State is certified small town USA. Oliver Farm is owned and operated by the Oliver family and manufactures cold-pressed, gourmet sunflower, pecan, and peanut oils. With multiple awards behind their products including a 2017 Good Food Award & the 2015 Garden & Gun Made in the South award, their various pure oils are cooking companions for chefs, foodies, and home cooks alike. Their infused Sunflower Oil featured in our South Georgia gift box is their best-selling oil and can be used for dipping bread, sauteing vegetables, or enhancing grilled or baked meats. 

Wisham Jellies

Located in Tifton, Wisham Jellies produces some of the best pepper jelly varieties you can find. With the help of a throwback recipe, peppers from his garden, and a passion for grilling, Eric Wisham began getting creative with his pepper jelly batches during the summer of 2012. After a busy summer spent at his local farmers market in Downtown Tifton, he began his peppery journey to making and creating Wisham Jellies for store shelves in October 2013. Wisham Jellies Pepper Jellies are handmade with whole peppers and fruits which keeps their ingredients list short and sweet. Their Peachy Peach Pepper Jelly can be used in a variety of ways and is featured in our South Georgia gift box. 

Grassroots Coffee

Thomasville is known for the Rose Show, Victorian Christmas, and great quail hunting, but one gem located in historic Downtown is Grassroots Coffee. Roasting coffee since 2009, Grassroots Coffee is loved by visitors and locals alike. They responsibly source their beans from all over the world by working closely with importers, exporters, and farms to get the best beans possible. In 2019 alone, Grassroots Coffee roasted 45,000 lbs. of coffee. Featured in our South Georgia gift box, their top-selling "Bean Me Up, Scotty" blend was named in a customer contest and is the smoothest cup of coffee you will ever enjoy.

Stripling's General Store

With a history dating back to 1964, Stripling's General Store has been a staple for travelers and locals alike throughout South Georgia. With a process that uses the whole hog and a perfected blend of signature seasonings, Stripling's is best known for their sausage and produces 300,000 lbs. of their small-batch sausage each year. While still being a full-line grocery store filled with locally-made Georgia Grown products, Stripling's has branched beyond their first location in Warwick and now has locations throughout the state. Our South Georgia gift box features Stripling's General Store Beef Jerky which they make about 35,000 lbs. of each year. 

We had such a great time on our Tour of Georgia stop in South Georgia. To have your own journey from the comfort of your home, shop our South Georgia gift box here. 

The Georgia Crafted Peaches (and mini-Peaches) are loading up and having one last Explore Georgia adventure before Summer 2020 ends.

Valentine's day isn't for everyone, whether you're single, dating, married, or otherwise. Some of us just don't see the need for a forced date night wherever you can grab a reservation or a teddy bear to add to the collection buried at the bottom of your closet. However, we can all get behind the idea of Galentine's day.

Not familiar with Galentine's Day? Well, occurring one day before the other well-known, seemingly made-up holiday, Galentine's Day takes place on February 13th and aims to celebrate the friends who are always there for you. The Georgia Crafted Peaches appreciate our gal pals who are there to recap and discuss the drama happening on the Bachelor every Monday night, always down for a Girl's Night Out when our busy schedules have a free spot, and know when we need a good bottle of Georgia-grown wine and conversation. 

To celebrate the women who fill our lives with love and laughter, we're bringing you the Galentine's Day Essentials you need to build a gift box fit for a true queen to celebrate your friendship that will always stand the test of time. 

Wine Glass

Every great conversation with our gal pals involves a glass of wine so why not send a new stemless wine glass to clink another success or day done? Our exclusive etched wine glasses feature an outline of the Peach State along with the words, "On My Mind" to remind her of that old sweet song and her home state she loves so much. All you need to add is a Georgia-grown bottle of her favorite wine and you're ready for another session of much-needed friend therapy. 

Anything Chocolate

True friends always add a little bit of chocolate to every gift they give each other. Our selection of Georgia-made chocolate products is the perfect way to make sure your friend always has her chocolate fix after a long day. With everything from chocolate bars to cookies to toffee, you can easily add these decadent treats to your Galentine's gift box here.

Something Sweet

If your Galentine isn't a fan of chocolate, we still have plenty of sweet treats to choose from for every flavor preference. Cookies, pecans, honey pops, and more are ready to be added to your Galentine's gift box and are perfectly enjoyed while watching her favorite rom-com or latest Netflix binge. Check out our "Sweets" collection here.

Something Salty

Since you've covered added something sweet to her gift box, now it's time for a salty, small-batch snack to enjoy. Best enjoyed while crunching and munching through the Bachelor or the Real Housewives of Atlanta, a bag of Southern Straws Cheese Straws, Cork's Kettle Corn,  or High Cotton Co. Herbs N' Nuts Cashews are the perfect  way to snack through the reality TV drama.

A Day at the Spa (Kind of)

The most important thing you can give your gal pal on February 13th? Relaxation essentials to help her unwind after a hard day. Your Galentine will feel like she's at the spa in her very own bathroom when you add a selection of Georgia-made bath and beauty products to her gift box. Shop our entire collection of products to treat herself here. 

With these Galentine's Day Essentials, we promise your BFF will feel all of the love and appreciation for her unwavering ability to always be there by your side through thick and thin. After all, our best girl friends always lift us up when times are tough and celebrate with us when everything is going well. Don't forget to add a gift note to say "Thank You for being my Galentine" so we can include a handwritten card with your special message for your Galentine. 

The confetti has settled so now it’s time to get to work on those New Year’s Resolutions. Your Georgia Crafted Peaches have a proposed resolution for you that doesn’t involve the gym. Instead, we want you to make a commitment to shop local more often in 2020.

You might ask yourself, “Why should I make more of an effort to shop local this year?” Well, check out these top five reasons to shop local in 2020 below.

1. You support the local Georgia economy.

Every purchase you make locally makes a difference. Approximately 67 cents for every dollar spent at small businesses stays in the community and supports the local Georgia economy. Instead of sending your hard earned money overseas or to support an already rich CEO, your local purchase makes a difference and supports the businesses that make your town unique.

2. You support the dreams of artisans around the state.

Shopping local doesn’t just support the local Georgia economy. Every dollar spent also supports the dreams of community members in your city. Small businesses are founded by folks who have a true passion for their craft or product. From a local veteran who founded a honey business to Georgia Grown pecan farmers who have kept the family business going for generations, behind every small business is a hard-working individual or family with the goal of bringing you the highest quality product you can buy.

3. Small-batch products are the best quality.

Because local artisans have a passion for their craft, you can bet your bottom dollar that you are receiving the highest quality product when shopping local. One of the many advantages of supporting local artisans is each product is handcrafted in small batches. When we add another product to our inventory, you can rest assured that we have taste-tested and inspected every cheese straw, gourmet pecan, honey, and any other website addition to ensure you enjoy every bit of Georgia-made goodness in your Georgia Crafted gift box.

4. You receive the highest level of personalized customer service.

Why make a commitment to shop local more in 2020? Small businesses have one goal: to make sure that you have the best shopping experience and product. At Georgia Crafted, our number one priority is to provide you with the highest level of customer service imaginable. From making sure your box is packed carefully and shipped promptly to helping you build the perfect gift box for a client, we ensure your experience shopping with us is superior from check out to delivery.

5. Every purchase you make ends with a happy dance.

Finally, the top reason to shop local is because every purchase ends with a happy dance. Of course, you do a little jig from excitement when you know you’ve got a great box of Georgia-made goodness coming to your doorstep. You’re not dancing alone, though! Your Georgia Crafted Peaches also do a happy dance with every ding from Shopify and THANK YOU for your purchase. After all, your purchase not only supports our small business but local artisans throughout the state of Georgia.

Convinced that you should shop local but not sure if you will have the time this year to discover new small businesses and local artisans? Let your Georgia Crafted Peaches do the work for you.

Our monthly subscription box makes it easy to shop local, discover new products, and support local artisans from around the state. Every month, we will scour the state looking for the best new Georgia-made products - whether it's food, home goods, bath & body products and more...and ship them right to your door. You can grab a 1-month, 3-month, or 6-month subscription here and get ready to discover the best-of-the-best Georgia has to offer.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner so if you’re one of the lucky folks who just gets to show up to chow down, make sure to bring along the best hostess gift around, a Georgia Crafted gift box. With the best Georgia-made products that were crafted for entertaining, you can fill your hostess gift box to the brim with goodies every hostess is sure to love. Check out all of our hostess gift essentials below and bring along your Southern Hospitality along to every Thanksgiving celebration this year.

Cheese Plate Essentials

Every hostess knows how to make a good cheese plate. Make sure that they have all of the Georgia-made essentials they need for a delicious cheese board by grabbing Unicoi Preserve spreads, a Georgia-shaped bamboo cheese board, and delicious pesto from Bella Cucina to serve alongside Georgia Grown cheeses.

Cozy, Warm Scents

Leave behind that been-there-done-that bottle of wine and bring along a Jack Be Nimble candle for a more personal touch to your hostess gift. With scents like Holiday Sparkle, Rustic, Harvest, and Georgia on my Mind, you're sure to find a scent that will bring a smile to their face. We promise you can’t go wrong with any scent because these candles are happiness in a jar.

Décor for Entertaining

Every great hostess knows how to not only serve great food but also how to decorate for company. With the cutest Georgia-made home decor in stock, you're sure to find the perfect addition to your perfect hostess gift box.

Sweet & Savory Snacks

After the hard work of preparing for company is through, your hostess will want to kick back, relax, and enjoy a Georgia-made snack or two. Make sure to include both sweet and savory options to make sure their cravings are covered. With everything from cheese straws to pies and cookies, there's something for every taste.

A Handwritten “Thank You” Note

To make sure your hostess understands how much you appreciate them, add a gift note when placing your order. We will include your handwritten message to add a special touch to your hostess gift.

If you bring along a Georgia Crafted gift box, we guarantee you’ll be invited back by the hostess every single year. You can shop our “Thank the Hostess” collection here to easily build your perfect present for the hostess with the mostest.

The freezing temperatures and shorter days have the Georgia Crafted Peaches craving all things cozy. When we want to make our homes feel (and smell) warm and inviting, we reach for a Jack Be Nimble candle. 

Recently, we had the chance to sit down with Paul “Jack” Bruschi, a former professional ballet dancer and founder of Jack Be Nimble candles. 

In 2008, Paul founded Jack Be Nimble after being dissatisfied with run-of-the-mill, low-quality candles offered in stores. 

“I decided I was tired of buying candles that smelled great in the store just to get them home, and they lost their smell after a couple of burns. I knew there had to be a better way.”

With that, Paul began crafting his own signature formula that would later be the foundation for all Jack Be Nimble candles. 

 “I started experimenting and a year later, I felt I had the formula that would make a candle that smelled amazing from start to finish.  Jack Be Nimble was born and I still use that same formula today in all our candles.”

Jack Be Nimble upholds an unwavering commitment to quality that you won’t find in big box store candles. Hand-poured in batches of 12 in their Atlanta studio, all Jack Be Nimble candles are made using American grown soy wax, all-natural cotton wicks & fine fragrance oils. Plus, each candle has a clean burn time of 50+ hours.

When it comes to the divine smell of each Jack Be Nimble candle, Paul is inspired by smells that ignite nostalgia, like his fond memories of his childhood in Georgia, and his devoted customer base.

“I love developing scents that are nostalgic in some way and recall some pleasant memory from your past. Many of our scents, like Georgia On My Mind, come from things I remember from my childhood growing up in Georgia. Other scent ideas come from our amazing customers who ask if we can make a candle that smells like this or that.”

After coming up with another scent, the real work begins, as the process for creating a new candle scent can take up to a year.

“When I do come up with an idea, it usually takes up to a year to fully develop and test the scent.”

After twirling the top off of any Jack Be Nimble candle, you’ll find yourself inhaling deep and smiling as you breathe in each cozy note. Even before lighting one of these beautiful candles, Paul wants the scents to bring happiness to anyone who smells them.

“I really want the scents to bring a smile to someone’s face. I see it when people pick up a scent and smell it for the first time. Whether the smell reminds them of Christmas morning at their grandmother’s house or a relaxing day at the spa, I want them to make people happy.

With scents like Rustic, Harvest, Nutmeg & Ginger, and Georgia On My Mind, a Jack Be Nimble candle is the perfect way to bring folks together at every gathering. 

As the holiday season gears up, we couldn’t help but ask Paul some of his best entertaining tips. His answer: simplicity is key.

“I say keep it simple. You can’t have fun if you are working the entire time your guests are with you. Prep or buy your food and beverages ahead of time, light your Jack Be Nimble candles 2-3 hours before your party starts, and then relax and enjoy your family or friends.”

What’s Paul’s suggested host or hostess gift to bring along with you to every gathering this holiday season? Give a more thoughtful “Thank You” to your host(s) by choosing a Jack Be Nimble candle. 

“So many people are tired of giving a bottle of wine and are turning to unique gifts like our candles. Candles are a more personal gift and I always think including a handwritten note with the candle is a nice touch.”

Finally, as a Georgia native, Paul has had ample opportunity to explore the Peach State. His favorite Explore Georgia adventure? Visiting old houses that have a unique history to share and provide inspiration for his candles.

“I love exploring old homes whether in South Georgia, the Coast, or the Georgia mountains.  Old homes remind me of my youth and I get lots of inspiration for candles by visiting historic places or homes around the State.”

As the Georgia Crafted Peaches settle in for chilly season in Georgia, you can rest assured that we have a Jack Be Nimble candle lit to warm our homes and our hearts with every sniff.

If you want to bring the cozy feeling from lighting a Jack Be Nimble candle into your home, shop our entire collection here. 

Halloween has passed so the holiday season is here, y’all!

As you gear up for the busy season, choosing meaningful holiday gifts for your clients, employees, and partners is on your to-do list along with a lot of other tasks that must get done before Santa comes to town.

When it comes to choosing the perfect client or corporate holiday gifts, your Georgia Crafted Peaches want to help you have a stress-free holiday by taking care of your corporate holiday gifts from start to finish. From placing your order to coordinating delivery, our goal is to ensure you can confidently check “corporate holiday gifts” off of your to-do list and trust your recipients will love their gift box filled with Georgia-made products.

Need another reason to place your corporate holiday gift order with the Georgia Crafted Peaches? Check out our list of 5 reasons why Georgia Crafted is the best partner for holiday gifts.

1. We work within your budget.

At Georgia Crafted, our goal is not to upsell or push the limits of your bottom line. We work within your budget to provide quality gift boxes your customers, partners, or employees will be excited to open. Simply, outline your budget and gift box quantity and we will provide gift box options to fit your needs.

2. We ship worldwide.

When it comes to Georgia-made goodness, the Georgia Crafted Peaches cannot possibly keep these handcrafted, quality products within state lines. To share the artisan-made love, Georgia Crafted gift boxes ship worldwide to ensure your gift box recipients receive a quality holiday gift no matter where they reside.

3. We ensure your holiday gift boxes are on-brand with your business.

Not only do we stick to your specified budget when curating corporate holiday gifts, we also incorporate your company’s branding. With options to customize the box insert with your logo and choosing a crinkle filler that fits your company’s colors, we make holiday gifts have your brand identity (without any added stress).

4. You can support local artisans with your holiday gifts.

At Georgia Crafted, we make it our mission to help you easily shop local and support makers from all over the state. Our small-batch product inventory is the result of the hard work of artisans from around Georgia. Every Georgia Crafted gift box purchase supports the dream of makers around the Peach State and the local Georgia economy. Make your corporate gifts count this season by skipping meaningless branded products and shopping local with Georgia Crafted. 

5. We make corporate gifting fun and easy.

With a team of Georgia Crafted Peaches ready to help you take your gifts to the next level, we make corporate gifting a stress-free experience by proactively working with you to ensure your success this holiday season. We pack every gift box with care and ensure that each order is completed correctly and on time, every time. Your stress-free holiday begins with a phone call or email, and we will take care of the rest. It’s that simple, quick, and easy!

To kick off your successful holiday season of corporate gift giving, contact us at hello@georgiacrafted.com or call 404-931-6647 to get an estimate.

Imagine a warm bubble bath that smells as comforting as curling up in a sweater with a mug full of Pumpkin Spice or Apple Cider. The best way to FALL into your next bubbly relaxation session is with small-batch, artisan-made soaps that smell just as rejuvenating as Autumn feels. Our newest Fall-scented soaps are the perfect addition to your repertoire of soaps, bath bombs, and salts for the ultimate bath during these cool Autumn months.

A Soap for Every Favorite Fall Activity

Sipping Your Favorite Fall Drink: Warm Apple Cider Soap

Who doesn’t love a mug full of warm apple cider complete with a cinnamon stick? Rinse Soap Warm Apple Cider soap bar smells just like your favorite warm mulled drink on a chilly fall afternoon. Great as a hand or all-over body soap, this bar is the perfect addition to your bathroom. Using only the best ingredients, Rinse Soap makes their soaps from scratch, and each bar lathers well and hydrates your skin.

A Modern Autumn Twist: White Pumpkin & Lavender Soap

When you mix a Fall favorite with the ultimate scent for relaxing, you have Belham & Co White Pumpkin & Lavender soap. A divine combination of white pumpkin, clove, and a touch of classic lavender, this soap is the perfect way to bring a new twist to Autumn scents. This soap is the perfect way to bring Fall into your home if you’re not normally a strong Fall scent fan.

A Refreshing Walk Through the Woods: Autumn Oaks Soap

Walking in the woods during the Fall months is a feeling of unmatched relaxation as you breathe in the crisp, clean air. Belham & Co Autumn Oaks soap perfectly captures the smell of a Autumn morning walk through the trees. This soap is a woodsy warm scent created with a mix of fragrance and an essential oil blend of rare woods, aromatic spices, and warm amber. Each bar is hand-poured with a wood-grain inspired pattern and has a naturally bubbly, moisturizing lather. This soap is a much-needed addition to your next relaxing bath.

Enjoying Your Pumpkin Spice in Every Form: Pumpkin Spice Soap

If you’re a Pumpkin Spice Latte fan, now you can stop and smell the Pumpkin Spice every time you wash your hands! Belham & Co Pumpkin Spice soap is the answer to all of your pumpkin spice prayers. One of a kind, with tons of delicious pumpkin scent, a bit of sweetness and a bit of spice, this soap contains real pumpkin puree for a hint of natural color, scent, and skin-loving beta-carotene.

A Fall Soap for Every Mood

To make your next relaxing bath or hand wash divine, purchase any of all of these Georgia-made soaps here. We promise you will enjoy each bar throughout the season and feel relaxed after every use.

It’s Pumpkin Spice season, y’all!

Well, the cold front folks kept telling us about finally made its way to the Peach State which means we’re ready to wear blanket scarves, sweaters, and duck boots while sipping on a delicious pumpkin spice latte.

That’s right! Pumpkin Spice is back and it’s here to stay. Honestly, your Georgia Crafted Peaches don’t care how “basic” people call it. We LOVE our Pumpkin Spice.

That’s why we have curated our Limited-Edition Pumpkin Spice gift box for all the obsessed PSL lovers like us.

This gift box includes everything a Pumpkin Spice lover needs to get through Autumn 2019 including soap, coffee, and a mug to show your PSL love.

You'll Love This A (Pumpkin Spice) Latte

Perky Moose Pumpkin Spice Latte Mix

This box includes a package of Perky Moose Pumpkin Spice Latte Mix, which is the perfect blend of creamy pumpkin, fragrant spices, and the best hint of vanilla. Plus, you can save your bucks and have enough Pumpkin Spice to last you through the whole season instead of grabbing one Venti.

Caffeine and Pumpkin Spice, Please

Jumpin Goat Pumpkin Spice Coffee

Forget about spending your hard-earned bucks at that Star place! With this bag of Jumpin Goat Pumpkin Spice Coffee, you can make your own delicious brew that you can feel good about. Instead of supporting a big corporation, you can support local artisans and the local Georgia economy, all with your daily cup of Pumpkin Spice coffee.

Oh My Gourd! Pumpkin Spice Soap

Belham & Co Pumpkin Spice Soap

Now you can stop and smell the Pumpkin Spice every time you wash your hands! Belham & Co Pumpkin Spice soap is the answer to all of your pumpkin spice prayers. One of a kind, with tons of delicious pumpkin scent, a bit of sweetness and a bit of spice, this soap contains real pumpkin puree for a hint of natural color, scent, and skin-loving beta-carotene.

Give 'Em Pumpkin to Talk About

Sweet Goldie Bee Pumpkin Everything Campfire Mug

If you want to take your PSL to the next level, show your love for “everything pumpkin” with this adorable campfire mug. Hand-lettered and cut into waterproof, permanent vinyl, this mug is the PERFECT cup to sip your Pumpkin Spice out of every morning. We promise it’s ready for your Instagram feed. Just add a comfy sweater and a quote about Fall for a caption. 

Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice

If you love Pumpkin Spice (or know someone who’s obsessed with everything pumpkin), order our Limited-Edition Pumpkin Spice gift box. We only have a limited quantity so add a little bit of Pumpkin Spice to your life and order this gift box TODAY.