At the Homeless Garden Project, every product tells a story — of transformation, purpose, and care. From the first lavender seed sown in rich coastal soil to the final ribbon tied around a jar of handmade jam, our products are made with heart and intention. You’re not just purchasing a gift; you’re supporting a journey.
Let’s take you behind the scenes to see how our artisans create each item by hand — with love, skill, and meaning
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🌿 From Field to Fragrance: Harvesting Lavender
Every summer, our team heads into the fields to harvest rows of organically grown lavender. Under the Santa Cruz sun, the lavender is picked at its peak and gently bundled by hand. The scent fills the air — calming, earthy, unmistakably pure.
Once harvested, the lavender is dried in small batches and used in our signature products like lavender sachets, bath salts, and soy candles. This process is both meditative and meaningful for the trainees, many of whom say it offers a sense of grounding and pride.
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🕯️ The Art of Candle Pouring
Inside our workshop, the scent of natural soy wax blends with lavender, eucalyptus, and other essential oils. Our artisans hand-pour each candle, ensuring a clean burn and long-lasting fragrance. It’s a meticulous process: warming the wax to the perfect temperature, blending in oils, and carefully filling each vessel.
Each candle is finished with care and labeled by hand — a small but meaningful detail that reflects the pride and purpose behind every product we make.
🍓 Handcrafted with Heart: Jams
Seasonal fruits like strawberries, grown organically on our farm or sourced locally, are the foundation of our small-batch jams. The fruit is picked at peak ripeness and simmered slowly to bring out its natural sweetness and full flavor.
After cooking, the jam is ladled into jars, sealed, and labeled by hand — a simple, thoughtful step that connects each product to the person who made it.
A Purpose in Every Product
What makes our products special isn’t just the organic ingredients or handcrafted quality. It’s the people behind them — individuals who are rebuilding their lives, gaining job skills, and growing confidence.
When you shop with the Homeless Garden Project, you’re choosing to support a cycle of growth, sustainability, and human dignity.
Shop Handmade Gifts and become a part of the story.
Thank you for being part of our community. Every gift you give helps sow seeds of hope and harvest change.
