7 Thoughtful Essentials for a Cozy Care Package

A care package can do more than send comfort — it can share connection.  

These seven thoughtful essentials help you create a gift box that warms hearts, supports small Baltimore makers, and makes anyone feel cared for. Each Love & Cornbread Mix you include helps feed kids in Baltimore, turning one small act of kindness into many.

Why Care Packages Still Matter

When someone needs a little extra love — or when you simply want to say “I’m thinking of you” — a care package speaks volumes. It’s a small act of care that carries a big message.

At Love & Cornbread, we believe food made with love can change lives. Each of our mixes is crafted by a Baltimore-based pastry chef using the same recipe we serve to kids and families through our nonprofit meal program.

And when you fill your box with goods from local makers, you’re supporting creativity, craftsmanship, and community — the very things that make Baltimore special.

7 Comforting Essentials for a Thoughtful Care Package

1. A Warm, Homemade Touch

Start with our Sunday Supper Cornbread Mix — fluffy, golden, and perfectly tender. It’s the same mix we bake for kids across Baltimore through our meal program, so every bag you send helps someone else, too.

Graphic Copy: “It’s that little square of love that says, I made this for you — I hope you like it.”

2. A Touch of Sweetness

Add a jar of Hon’s Honey — handcrafted by women survivors of trauma right here in Baltimore. Their honey is raw, pure, and full of purpose — a sweet reminder that healing and hope can come from simple things.

3. Something Cozy

For a soft glow that brings calm to any space, include a candle from 228 Grant Street Candle Co. — a Black-owned, family-run business based in Baltimore. Their nostalgic, hand-poured scents like "Sunday Morning" or "Harbor Light" make the perfect cozy companion to a warm slice of cornbread. Tuck it beside a blanket or a pair of soft socks for instant comfort.

4. A Handwritten Note

Nothing feels more personal than a note written by hand. We love the paper goods from Paper Herald — a Baltimore stationery store and creative studio celebrating community, craftsmanship, and connection. Their neighborhood-inspired designs help every message feel heartfelt and genuine.

5. Something to Sip

Include a soothing blend from Wight Tea Co. — a sibling-run tea company crafting small-batch loose-leaf blends. Their chai, chamomile, and black lavender teas pair beautifully with our cornbread for a cozy moment of calm. Supporting small-batch makers like Wight Tea helps sustain Baltimore’s creative, community-driven food scene.

6. A Whiff of Calm

Scent sets the tone for comfort. Add a sachet, a sprig of dried lavender, or another candle from 228 Grant Street Candle Co. for that warm, grounding aroma that makes home feel like home.

7. A Gift That Gives Back

Top it all off with a reminder that your gift does more than delight — it helps feed families in need. Every Love & Cornbread Mix funds our nonprofit’s community meal program, providing healthy, homemade-style food for children and families across Baltimore.

When you choose items made with care — from honey to tea to cornbread — you’re sharing more than a gift. You’re sharing warmth, purpose, and love.

How to Package It Beautifully

• Choose natural wrapping: kraft paper, tissue, and twine give a warm, handmade touch.

• Add a tag explaining how your gift supports local makers and Love & Cornbread’s mission.

• Reuse or repurpose: baskets, jars, or reusable boxes make your gift thoughtful and eco-friendly.

It’s not about perfection — it’s about presence. Every detail says, I made this for you.

Send Warmth That Lasts

Every mix, every jar, every candle tells a story. When you fill your care package with Love & Cornbread Mixes and Baltimore-made goods from Wight Tea Co., Hon’s Honey, 228 Grant Street Candle Co., and Paper Herald, you’re not just sending comfort — you’re helping Baltimore shine, one small, meaningful gift at a time.

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