Category Archives: gift giving ideas

22 terrific gifts for top teachers

22 terrific gifts for top teachers
Does your child’s teacher deserve bonus points for working with your little angel for the past 9 months? Is the support staff at your school out of this world?  Is there a special someone that made your child’s school year unforgettable?  Show how much you appreciate them with a little something that says thank you. 1.  This handmade bud vase celebrates the art of teaching and is the perfect place to show off pretty .

our mother’s day picks

our mother’s day picks
There’s just 5 more days until we take time out to really celebrate our moms! Team catching fireflies has been making their gift lists and here a few of their picks… My mom has created so many great memories for me. Framing one of those great memories will make the perfect gift for her! $37.50 This clock was a great gift for my mom she is just like the style of this clock, practical .

24 Great Gifts For Grandma

24 Great Gifts For Grandma
We love the saying ‘Grandmas are Moms with Extra Frosting’ so we whipped up some sweet gift ideas that will give your grandma a grin next Sunday.    Grandmas That Have Everything 1.  Celebrate all of grandma‘s gems by putting them into print!  $21.95 for 8x10   $38.95 for 11×14 2.  Help grandma keep all her computer passwords in one pretty place with this organizer  $8.95 3.  Keep eye glasses, camera lens and phone screens clean .

51 fabulous finds for mom

51 fabulous finds for mom
The Mother’s Day countdown is on!  Are you ready?  We invite you to peruse through a few of our fantastic gift ideas that will make your mom smile. Moms That Have Everything 1.  Give mom a spa experience in her very own bathroom with a four pack of super smelling shower bursts  $17.95 2.  This magical head tingler is the ticket to instant relaxation after a long day of mom’s duties  $7.95 3.  Give .

the best thing about our towns

the best thing about our towns
We are excited to be partnering with Michigan artist, Katie Doucette this year.  She makes these sweet subway signs that celebrate our state. We are going to be carrying this 8×10 Michigan themed sign soon and she also agreed to do similar styled ones for our store cities, Ann Arbor, Berkley, Rochester and also Detroit.  But we need your help!  If you live in any of these cities or have some serious Detroit pride, .

40+ Hip Gifts For Hostesses, Co-Workers, Teachers & More

40+ Hip Gifts For Hostesses, Co-Workers, Teachers & More
Looking for a way to thank those who make your life a little sweeter throughout the year? Like… your hair stylist that makes you look like a million bucks or a neighbor that checks in on your dog when you have long work days…  your babysitter who will come watch your kiddos at a moment’s notice, that teacher who took the extra time with your child to help him succeed… we could go on.  .

over 30 clever gifts for teens, toddlers & inbetween

over 30 clever gifts for teens, toddlers & inbetween
It’s time to think about the kids on your gift list.  If it pains you to just give gift cards & tech stuff to teens or you like to think outside of the toy isle, here are a few of our simple suggestions.    For Teen Gals        1. Magically sharpen your pencils with some help help from this handy unicorn.  $6.95 2.  Dress up your nails with a little extra sparkle with .

over 50 fabulous gift ideas for gals

over 50 fabulous gift ideas for gals
Whether you’re shopping for your mom, sister, girlfriend or grandma, we’ve got the goods that will bring bright smiles.          The Gal Who Has Everything        1.  Light up your room with the romantic glow of fireflies with this magical dream lights jar.  $36.95 2.  Celebrate your family unit by putting them in print.  $21.95 for 8×10 & $38.95 for 11×14 3.  Start conversations that you will remember with great prompts .

let’s hear it for the guys

let’s hear it for the guys
We do love the men in our life, but when it comes to buying fun & clever gifts for them… aren’t they a hard bunch to buy for? That’s why we do our best to carry a great selection of goodies that will get your guys grinning this holiday season.         The Guy Who Has Everything        1.  Strap this handy magnet around grandpa’s wrist & he won’t have to worry about .

mudlove bracelets make a difference

mudlove bracelets make a difference
Earlier this year Steve & I read a powerful book by Richard Stearns, president of World Vision titled Hole in our Gospel.  After soaking in his story & incredible experiences it’s hard not to be challenged by his call to action.  Of course it’s easy to get charged up and write a check to make a difference, but the hard part is continuing to live with intention. One way I try to keep things .