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Gifts for Mom & Dad

-- Gifts and Dec, 2/1/2009 12:00:00 AM

After you’ve put away the Valentine’s Day goodies and the Easter decorations, it’s time to get the store ready for Mom and Dad. Mother’s Day is May 10 and Father’s Day falls on June 21 this year, so start thinking about what gifts you will be offering for these special days. For mom, look for dainty, sentimental gifts. And jewelry is always a smart addition to your product mix. Dad is always a bit tricky, but if you keep things unique and special you’ll make choosing the right gift that much easier for your customers.

Remember, you’re there to give them ideas and help them make the right choice. Choose the right product and you’ll win your clients’ trust.

	Wooden frame and boxes featuring a pewter butterfly. $10–$25. Regal Art & Gift (800) 681-3040
Butterfly keepsake box is made of tin and features a faux-cloisonne treatment.8”x8”x10¼”. $55. Sterling Industries (678) 282-1000
	Mom candle is part of the Sentiment Parfume collection. $12. Colonial Candle (800) 776-2075
Heart paper box features a swing out tray. 7" x 7" x 2.5". $12. CBK (800)FYI-4-CBK
	Mother butterfly ornament. $21. Midwest (800) 776-2075
Sieger Couture tie is made from 100 percent silk. $120. Sieger (011) 49 5426 949210
	America money clip is made of sterling. $205. Christofle (212) 284-5107
Oil cloth toiletry bag features a cotton twill lining. 10½”x5½”x5”. $25. Baekgaard (260) 672-1600
	Les Impeccables starter kit comes with Super Clean face scrub wash, Smooth Operator shaving gel and Fire Insurance after-shave balm. $27. Nickel (310) 223-2455
Faux crocodile desk set includes a box with a Penshell handle, photo frame and tray. $325–$500. DB Sources Inc. (972) 772-5561
	Cottage Rose serving pieces. $24–$48. Tag (800) 621-8350
Floral inspired tabletop accessories perfect for afternoon tea. $20–$38. Grasslands Road (800) 444-8887
	Teapot, mug, tray, coasters and dessert plates are part of the Nature’s Journey collection. $9.50–$44. Demdaco (913) 402-6800.
Antique brass initial charm has a sterling silver bezel with a brass inset. $55. Waxing Poetic (805) 693-9101
	Mother of Pearl pendant necklace features a filigree design overlay in 18 karat gold. $68. Sacred Charms (888) 280-5105
Papillon crystal pendant. Call for prices. Lalique (212) 355-8536
	Bracelet features glass and cottonball pearls with a vintage inspired monogram. Gold plated. $90. Maximal Art (800) 573-3308
Languages of Life necklace for mother features a silk cord. $30. Alexa’s Angels (877) 254-3576

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