Picnic with a Kantha Blanket!
Our Kantha blankets and throws are hand stitched by women in Bangladesh and they are perfect for summer picnics in Chicago! Your purchase of a blanket provides work for women who otherwise would be vulnerable to sex trafficking. The beautiful, two-sided...
Friends and Family Day July 11th
Dear Friends and Family, Our summer Friends and Family Day at the Mustard Seed is on Friday, July 11th from 9:30 - 6:00 pm (extended hours!). Just print and bring the coupon below to enjoy 20% off all of your purchases, excluding Marula Oil and Kantha Throws. Fondly,...
Midwest Living Mentions Mustard Seed
We hope you will purchase the August 2014 issue of Midwest Living because it features an article entitled, "All American Getaway in Lake Forest". We are honored to be mentioned as one of the shopping destinations! Check it out online now!...
Make It a Fair Trade Fourth with Mustard Seed!
Celebrate Independence Day with fair trade fashion and picnic items! And while you are enjoying freedom in the United States, you will know that you contributed to the economic freedom of artisans in other countries.1. Blue Malabar Necklace. Create your own...
Mustard Seed Fashion Show 2014
We want to thank everyone for their attendance and purchases at our May Fashion Show! A portion of our sales went to Right to Be Free which was founded by Lake Forester Lori Dillon to support her friend Eric Peasah of Ghana. Eric has dedicated his life to the rescue...
Mustard Seed in the Garden
Are you looking for a unique garden accent that helps support artisans in Haiti? Our shop carries beautiful metal sculptures from recycled oil drums. This traditional cottage industry has continued through four generations and designs are passed from one family...
Many Thanks to the Chamber and Lovell’s of Lake Forest!
The Mustard Seed and the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce co-sponsored a successful evening of networking, shopping and eating! We appreciate the positive feedback on the event and we are so grateful to Lovell's of Lake Forest for providing the delicious...
Volunteer Spotlight: Paula Spanheimer!
The Mustard Seed could not exist without our 40+ talented volunteers. It's because of the volunteers that the store is able to donate to organizations helping women and children (over $150,000 so far!). From time to time we will be featuring one of our volunteers....
Announcing Our May 21st Fashion Show!
Our Customers Are Wonderful!
Friends, A dear nun and frequent customer of the Mustard Seed came into the store this month with generosity on her heart. She serves at nearby Barat College and she handed our store owner, Judy Kohl, an envelope with $200 in it. The story she shared with us was that...
April 16th “After Hours” Shopping Event!
The Mustard Seed is partnering with the Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce to host a Business After Hours Event! Delicious refreshments will be provided by Lovell's of Lake Forest Date: Wednesday, April 16th Time: 5:30 - 7:00pm Location: The Mustard Seed, 202 E....
Divine Chocolate Chunk Pancakes
Host a brunch or begin the day with these delicious, indulgent pancakes! Our recipe comes from one of our Fair Trade suppliers - Divine Chocolate. The company is unique because their farmer’s cooperative in Ghana has an ownership stake in the company. The chocolate...