LYK Lab Meeting
March 1, 2023
Many thanks to all who contributed to this fun filled evening!
The theme for this gathering was gift giving suggestions 💛
Looking for a great host gift?
Housewarming gift?
Holiday gift for a couple?
Gifts for a new baby?
We have suggestions!
Contributor MM
1. First, an idea from one of our contributors. It can be helpful to find out the recipient's "love language".
Below is a link explaining "Love Languages". Understanding the recipient's "love language" can help you zone in on the best gift for this person.
https://www.verywellmind.com/can-the-five-love-languages-help-your-relationship-4783538#:~:text=The%20five%20love%20languages%20describe,both%20feel%20loved%20and%20appreciated
2. Consider giving the gift of books. Locate a book store closest to the gift recipient. Send them a gift card for this book store. Or, send a book you know they will like from this book store.
Bookshop.org is also a great book giving source. It donates money to independent bookstores. and can help you locate a local book shop.
https://bookshop.org/info/about-us
3. Are you a gardener? Consider gifting the fruits of your labors with a simple bouquet in an up-cycled glass jar–share some of your home grown fruits, herbs and vegetables.
Contributor CM
1. Give the gift of an elegant scent.
Lafco creates unique, beautifully scented candles, diffusers, soaps and lotions.
https://www.lafco.com/
Contributor MH
1. This gift is perfect for someone who loves to entertain outdoors–a melamine serving tray. Understated, practical and safe poolside.
Contributor KH
1. Looking for a timeless baby gift?
Consider an L.L. Bean monogrammed tote bag.
Have the baby's name or initials embroidered onto a bag of your choice.
2. Give the gift of luggage. Practical and much appreciated. Great for college kids and new parents with lots of baby gear. Tumi makes great products.
https://www.tumi.com/
3. A great gift for an new college kid! On Etsy–custom, framed college maps.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/764512542/personalized-university-map-custom-map?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=college+campus+art&ref=sr_gallery-1-3&pro=1&frs=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
4. Give personalized gift enclosures and labels–from Etsy!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/568965514/24-square-personalized-girl-enclosure
5. A perfect for all–Mariposa frames.
https://mariposa.com/collections/frames
6. Stock up on a selection of wrapping paper. Great options can be found at HomeGoods. Consider up-cycling newsprint, brown paper bags, wallpaper and more!
Contributor DQT
1. Give the gift of your creativity. Create a collection of blank cards using your scenic photography.
Daily Printing in Beverly Farms MA can help you create a professional grade gift pack of custom card sets to share with family and friends.
http://dailyprinting.biz/
Contributor CG
1. Remember to shop local. Sweetwater and Co. gift shops in Beverly Farms and Marblehead, MA are full of great gift giving ideas!
https://www.sweetwaterandco.com/
Contributor KA
1. Twig shaped Beeswax tapered candles are an unexpected, elegant gift.
2. A great gift idea for the chocolate lovers in your life. Louise Sherry collectible chocolates in decorated metal boxes.
https://www.louis-sherry.com/products/designer-12-piece-tins
Contributor LK
1. This is a great gift for the tea lovers in your life–Pukka tea gift set.
https://www.pukkaherbs.com/us/en/products/hero-selection-box
Contributor BC
1. Consider gifting Peugeot salt and pepper mills to the foodies in your life. :)
These will last a lifetime.
https://us.peugeot-saveurs.com/en_us/pepper-mills
2. Gift an American made, timeless style blanket from Pendleton.
https://www.pendleton-usa.com/blankets-bedding/
3. These "forever flowers" are elegant and will last longer than any fresh bouquet.
