Art Shark Designs, over at Etsy, has some wonderful, limited edition City Love, gocco prints that fit the bill for a great present at anytime of the year, but I think they’re especially well-suited for Valentine’s Day. Not only are they affordable, at only $15.00, but each print is one of a kind! These are hand printed from an original illustration and then the red umbrellas are individually painted with watercolor by artist Megan Nolton. You can view the entire collection by clicking here but below are some of my favorites.

If you are on a budget, just getting one of these prints is a great gift. Of course, a city you live in or close to makes a nice present, but I like it even better to remind your sweetheart of a special trip …read more

I keep seeing this old ad from Christmas (weird, yes?) for a store that wants you to buy their gift cards to “Take the guesswork out of giving.” Not only are Christmas commercials irrelevant now that we are well into January, I also think it is a shame that we are actually urged to not think about what we are giving people anymore. Really. My New Year’s resolution? To help people give great gifts. Thoughtful gifts. Gifts that make her eyes light up or his face flush with excitement. Making gift giving personal again.

To help achieve this goal I am going to start regularly writing a blog to help get your creative juices going. And, please, if you need help with the perfect gift don’t buy a gift card, don’t guess – just contact me to get started on finding the …read more