Laurel mercantile

Proof of what real people can do with a little creativity, a lot of commitment, and a deep well of love.

Ben has been hard at work for a few weeks on one of his most beautiful pieces to date. When the new bakery was taking down walls in the early stage of renovation, the owner’s sweet husband commissioned a bread table for his wife, so Ben used the salvaged lumber to build it just the way she has dreamed for so many years. Today was finally delivery day. She has wanted a bread table for so...

We somehow managed to get all our work done and bags packed in time to drive north and pick up a shipment of 100 more Lucky Luxe candles before the Christmas season gets ramped up, and I caught the loveliest sunshine in the office this morning after the many rainy days we’ve been having. Someone was super excited to see his family tonight and had his bag waiting when I woke up. Tomorrow we’ve...

Take a tour of HGTV's Ben and Erin Napier's 1930s Mississippi farmhouse, as featured in 'Home Town.'

Introducing Erin and Ben’s newest completed project, The Scent Library! The Scent Library is the new home for the candles that the nation at large has come to know and love. When Erin first had the idea of creating candles from her own personal memories, she had no idea that there would one day be a whole 2,400 square foot building filled with her treasured memories.

While I always aim for everything to feel cohesive, my main goal is for it to reflect our life together. A house can belong to anybody, a home is a very personal thing.

Illuminate your kitchen, dining area, or game room with our collection of stylish island lights. From modern to rustic designs, our lights will brighten up any space while adding a touch of style. Let us help you choose the perfect size and placement for your island lights.

Earlier this Spring, when I was sharing the photos from our Honeymoon Road Trip, I posted about this great town we stopped in to see - Laurel, Mississippi. Since then my inbox has been filled with comments and emails from people all over the US who either have a connection to Laurel or just love

When the University of Mississippi Medical Center and the Manning Family Fund came to me about helping promote their mission, it was a no-brainer: who doesn’t love Archie and Olivia? Some would say they’re the First Family of Mississippi. Their website explains that in Mississippi, giving isn’t just something we do, it’s what makes us who we are. And when you give to the Manning Family Fund, you’re helping find new ways to treat and prevent disease. You’re helping care for Mississippians in…