Category Archives: gift giving ideas

time for tailgating!

time for tailgating!
Are you prepared to show your school spirit at the BIG Michigan/Michigan State game next week?  Whether you’re having a party or tailgating, we got some blue & green goodies that will add some flair to your celebrations. Get these great grilling accessories, platters & napkins at our Berkley & Rochester locations.  Unfortunately, the Michigan State grill toppers won’t be in stock until November:( What are you going to fill your thermos with?  Green .

our very first celebrity gifting gig

our very first celebrity gifting gig
So it turns out that the beautiful Kate Bosworth just started filming The Reasonable Bunch near Rochester yesterday.  And to celebrate this new project, her peeps in California wanted to give her some delightful goodies to make her stay a little sweeter. I'm assuming they googled super cute goodies + Rochester and found us!  We were thrilled to help pick out some fun finds to make her days in the mitten a little brighter. .

stylin’ back-to-school guide

stylin’ back-to-school guide
daisy reflector safety tag $4.95  lunchbox recipe book $9.95  heart crust cutter $3.95  frog friend backpack $19.50 flower penny pal $4.95  school years keepsake book $16.95  butterfly lunch sack $16.95 spider reflector safety tag $4.95  monkey lunch sac $16.95  monkey friend backpack $19.50  monkey penny pal $4.95  dinosaur crust cutter $3.95  zoo shoes book $10.95  class treats recipe book $11.95 10 pack of scented pencils $15.95  puppy pencil sharpener $5.95  scented erasers $3.95  cookie .

15 ways to beat the summer boredom blues

15 ways to beat the summer boredom blues
So it’s mid July… have you begun hearing that wonderful phrase, “I’m bored” from your kiddos yet?  If so, maybe it’s time for a whimsical field trip to catching fireflies!  Here’s a peak of a few of our summer-fun finds.   Got a camping trip planned?  Fill up a recycled Capri Sun bag with goodies like our Whirly Wheel & Reel Roaster. Zartz are a fantastical fun game to play inside & outside – .

our favorites for father’s day

our favorites for father’s day
No doubt about it… it's tough picking out the perfect gift for dad – especially since you have to do it 3 times a years when you figure in Christmas & birthdays!  So we invite you to take a look at what we like for the dads in our our lives and maybe it'll spark a few ideas for yours. Between You & Me Keepsake Journal $15.95 Sometimes talking to our dad's is hard .

33 ways to thank your teacher

33 ways to thank your teacher
Yippee! Your kids made it through another year of school. Need to thank a few sweet souls that made their year spectacular?  Whether you need to celebrate a team of people or just a few, we got lots of lovely options in all price ranges to suit your gift giving needs. sugar cookie lip balm $2.95 animate stickers $4.95  flower shaped paper clips $4.95  life-like butterfly magnet $3.95  shower steamer $3.95  BIG misteaks eraser .

2010 dad’s day gift guide

2010 dad’s day gift guide
Whether he's into golfing, a grill master or already buys everything he wants… we've got ya covered.  Here are just a few of our cheeky, useful and even a few sentimental picks.  Click HERE to shop our full Dad's Day offerings.   fix it in foil $11.95   toothpick bird $8.50  bbq sword $29.95 firewire $9.95  propane tank gauge $3.95  bbq branding iron $21.95 america's best bbq $19.95 how to throw a golf club $ .

2010 graduation gift guide

2010 graduation gift guide
Tis the season to kick up your heels and throw square hats in the air.  If open house invites are arriving in your mailbox, consider giving something a bit more memorable than just a check.  Whether your graduate is Europe bound, leaving close friends behind or is ready to change the world… we got ya covered. giant smarties $1.50  do what you love key chain $13.95  lucky clover charm $2.00  bring your own sunshine .

our firefly team’s favorite picks for mom

our firefly team’s favorite picks for mom
Curious what our team is wrapping up for their mom's this Sunday?   My mom & dad winter in Fort Myers with a few other siblings and they have some of the best times. By the looks of their photos, you'd think they were in high school, not a retirement community.  Personalized Together Frame $44.95 I purchased a pair of these gloves last year and totally enjoy wearing them when I do my yard .

2010 mother’s day gift guide

2010 mother’s day gift guide
Whether your mom is into gardening, a sucker for sentimentalism or likes more practical goodies we've got ya covered.  All items are available at catchingfireflies.com plus we offer free delivery to our Berkley & Rochester locations. And if you're a mom & see something you'd like to receive, simply make a wish list and spread the word to your family. I heart mom mug $ 14.95  gold cluster necklace $24.95  best mom ever frame .