With Valentine’s Day two weeks away, we thought we would give you a few gift ideas for your true love, your little love bugs, or just to treat yourself. Thanks to our gift guide guru, Marika Flatt, from
PR by the Book, shopping for this “heart” day will be easy!
For Moms and Dads:
Message From the Heart wall hangings
Sandra Magsamen designs gifts encourage us to live with our heart. Part of her collection is a line of plaques with quotes from the heart like “never forget to kiss each other goodnight.” For more gift ideas visit
www.sandramagsamen.com
IN AUSTIN: Emeralds, Sweet Charity,
Sunshine and Wild Oats, and Prima Dora
Eveden Lingerie and Bikinis
It wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without beautiful lingerie. Men, take note! You want to check this out for your spouse. These stylish European collections are sure to make women feel sexy, confident and beautiful. Check out the “Sophie” for a nice lingerie choice from Fantasie, along with several fun new ’08 designs from Freya.
See more designs and styles at
www.eveden.com.
IN AUSTIN: Julian Gold Ltd, 1214 W 6th St, Petticoat Fair Inc., 7739 Northcross Drive Ste M
Restaurant.com
For those of us who love a bargain, you can get a $25 gift certificate for $10 to several Austin restaurants on this website. Sometimes they run half-price specials for only $5. The catch is that they require a minimum purchase and have some other stipulations.
www.restaurant.com
Zingerman’s Chocolate Suspension Gift box
Want to give your sweetie a little sweet? You can easily order this chocolate lover’s dream that comes with moist brownies and a yummy Hot Cocoa cake. ($40) Of course,
www.zingermans.com
has lots of gifts to choose from!
Harvest Bloom Crew Shirts
The Harvest Bloom Crew from Royal Robbins features an innovative fabric blend that boasts the comfort of cotton with the moisture management of Coolmax polyester. This hand-dyed, attractively printed shirt keeps you looking stylish while the performance fabric keeps you dry and comfortable. IN AUSTIN:
Whole Earth Provision
HotSlings
Want to hold your baby close in a sling but don’t want to look dowdy? Try these reversable and organic
HotSlings
in an array of stylish and hip colors and fabrics. Invented by a Dallas mom, these are a real favorite plus can hold babies up to 40 lbs! ($48-60)
IN AUSTIN:
Picket Fences, 1003 W 34th St,
Special Addition, 3800 N Lamar
Le Couvent des Minimes Bath and Body line
An eco-friendly selection of foot creams, shower gels, body lotions and candles made with all natural wholesome ingredients. The recipes bring together over fifty ingredients and draw on centuries-old expertise from the Convent of Minims located in the Alps of Haute- Provence, France. The line consists of 4 main recipes: Nourishing, Soothing & Relaxing, Energizing and the Gardener’s Hand Healer. Available at
www.dillards.com
Be Present Yoga and Leisure clothes
For all the Austin yoga moms, and
even those who just want to look like a yoga mama, the
be present
line of apparel is what’s in! The light-weight and flexible Agility Pants are great for downward dog or walking the dog. The new Bamboo Halter is perfect for some sunrise salutations or just a just a little sun bathing. ($63/$49)
IN AUSTIN: YOGA YOGA
Eco Lips Organic Lip Balm
Valentine’s Day means lots of puckering up so what better gift than something to keep those lips kissable! All of the
Eco Lips
lip balms and lip tints are over 80% certified organic, made in a solar powered plant and use no petrochemicals. For an “on the go” family member, try ENERGY, a lip balm infused with caffeine for an extra boost. For the athletic mom, give Sport with added SPF. ($2-4)
IN AUSTIN: Wheatville Coop, 3101 Guadalupe & Whole Foods
Seattle Chocolates
If you would like to deliver the old standby for Valentine’s Day, consider one of the best:
Seattle Chocolates. Choose from truffles, truffle bars, and dessert shells among other delightfully yummy creations.
IN AUSTIN: King Florist,512.453.6633
For the Kids:
Lollitops
These adorable little t-shirts for babies and kids really make a statement. They
are great gifts becuase they are already wrapped up like huge lollipops and just yummy enough to eat! Available in sizes newborn to 5T, 6 styles, and 9 flavors (colors),
Lollitops are for tots with taste!
www.clotheslinecandy.com
IN AUSTIN: Fabby Darling 512.451.0455
Sweet Love and Sugar Britches, Round Rock 512.255.6602
Pillow Covers
A dreamy designer in Miami created
Pillowcovers to encourage children to have sweet dreams. There are four Valentine's Day specific designs with messages like, "I thank my lucky stars your love is in my heart" and "I Love You", plus forty other themed messages to choose from. The Pillowcovers are a unique alternative to chocolate or the traditional greeting card and it's a gift that can be used all year through! ($24)
www.dreamaidproducts.com
Found locally at Main Street Place in Salado.
For the Babies:
Baby Star Swaddler Blanket
Swaddle like celeb moms with this soft and cute baby swaddler that comes in sixteen different color combinations. You’ll be thanking your lucky stars when your baby cuddles up to this waffle blanket and goes sound asleep.
www.babystar.com ($50)
IN AUSTIN:
Hey Baby!, 11521 N. FM 620 512-996-0081
MyFirstShades
MyFirstShades has designed eyewear that is comfortable, yet stylish for children ages 0-7 years old. The wraparound strap makes it easy to wear and children enjoy the fun bright colors. Doctor recommended for infants and toddlers.
www.myfirstshades.com
Mobi TykeLight
Designed to easily fit in a child’s hand, this innovative night light comes with a rechargeable battery (up to 10 hours of light with one charge) and is perfect for under the covers, in a tent or anywhere your little one wants a little extra light. Available in a variety of colors.
www.getmobi.com
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