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Intentional gifting this Love Month

By MBrand
Published Feb 7, 2026 03:10 pm
In Filipino households, love expresses itself in the quiet rituals of everyday living: the table set with care, the scent that greets you at the door, and the meals prepared not just to nourish but to comfort. Homemakers have long been the keepers of these moments, weaving warmth into ordinary days and transforming simple routines into expressions of care and affection.
As more people choose to give with meaning rather than impulse, SM Home at SM Store invites Filipinos to let their gifts carry love not only to their homemakers, but also to local communities and the environment. At the center of this movement is a curated selection of homeware designed for those who give so much of themselves every day.
The Masflex Wooden Charcuterie board, a great addition to a romantic meal, and even beyond valentines because it's durable and easy to maintain.
For those looking for something more ergonomic, the Kea Charcuterie Board with 2 Metal Handles is perfect. The warm brown tone of the sustainably sourced Acacia wood perfectly complements the love and affection homemakers share every day. Best of all, the material makes the board durable, scratch-resistant, and easy to maintain.
The Kea Oval Tray with Leather is subtly accented by a leather strip with rivets, giving it a premium feel. It blends beauty and practicality as it is also made of sustainably sourced Acacia wood, easing a homemaker's worries of quick wear down and breakage. Whether used for shared meals, intimate gatherings, or everyday family moments, these boards elevate the simple act of serving into something more meaningful.
But of course, a home isn’t complete without the scents that comfort the heart after a long and stressful day. This is where a Bright Ideas Reed Diffuser Set comes in to bring tranquility into a home. Carefully hand-crafted by in‑house artisans, each set gently diffuses a fragrance that touches the heart and is rooted in local creativity.
Soft, calming and memorable scents can also radiate from the gentle flame of a Bright Ideas Candle with Jar. This intentional gift doesn’t just uplift a homemaker, but also the local artisans whose hands creatively made this unique and thoughtful home essential.
Together, these curated offerings from Green Finds at SM Home in the SM Store form a love‑month collection that goes beyond gifting. They invite Filipinos to slow down, to reflect on what truly matters, and to give in a way that honors not just the occasion, but the people who make their lives fuller—their mothers, spouses, loved ones, local Filipino artisans and the environment.
This Love Month, may your gifts speak of gratitude to the homemakers who nurture your days. And may they remind you that the most beautiful expressions of love are the ones crafted with thought, chosen with care, and offered from the heart.

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