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Surprise Mom With a Little Dijon

YumSugar — Tue, 06 May 2008 15:15:04 -0700

If you're more like me than PartySugar - and by that I mean a solid procrastinator - I should probably remind you that Mother's Day is this Sunday. If you still don't know what to get for the lady of your life, well calm down, I've got some ideas.

Le Creuset recently announced a new Dijon color set. The bright and bold yellow color is wonderfully Spring friendly and a load of fun. Pots and pans don't sound like the most amazing Mother's day gift, but believe me a new Le Creuset set does. But, if mom ends up hating it, take her to a day spa and keep the Dijon set for yourself!

If you want to spoil her with an entire mustard-yellow theme, then scroll through to see some more bold finds.

Le Creuset® Dijon Enameled Cast Iron 6-Piece Set - $549.95	Martha Stewart Collection 3-Piece Yellow Kitchen Towels Set - $9.99
Stockholm Floral Apron - $28.00	Emile Henry Ruffled Auberge Rectangular Bakers, Dijon - $66.00
Potato Print Dishtowel, Yellow - $14.00	Dijon Tropical Flower Apron, Set of 2 Potholders or Set of 4 Napkins - $11.96
Peugeot U-Select Lacquered Salt & Pepper Mills, Dijon - $50.00	Emile Henry Ruffled Auberge Oval Baker, Dijon - $49.00
Le Creuset® Dijon Round Skillets - $119.95	Le Creuset® Dijon Round Braiser - $199.95
Mustard Tableware, Salad Plate - $12.00	LiveStrong Whistling Loop 1.8-Quart Tea Kettle by Chantal - $49.99
Paring Knife Sharpener, Yellow - $18.00	Komachi Sandwich Knife - $24.99
Grapefruit Knife - $5.95	Komachi Bread Knife - $27.00
Canisters - $64.00	Normann Copenhagen Strainer - $62.00
Lizkin Design Egg Pants - $20.00	Hawthorne Belvedere Vase in Yellow - $149.00

Surprise Mom with Personalized M&Ms

YumSugar — Thu, 10 May 2007 11:27:29 -0700

M&M's aren't exactly what come to mind when you think of a nice unique, Mother's Day gift. But what if, instead of being stamped with an "m" it was stamped with a personalized message instead? This year the M&M's folks are touting their personalized messages as "the perfect gift to bring a fun and heartfelt connection to mom" and it looks like a few folks are biting, including Blair "I've done a bunch of other things, but you probably remember me as Dr. Leeds from Sex and the City" Underwood. This year Blair will be presenting his mom with personalized messages that say "I Love U XO Blair" and "Thank U Mom." Personally, I think it's a pretty cute and I think moms (and just about anyone) will love the idea. Just don't think this means you don't have to get her something else too.

The custom printed M&Ms come in 17 colors (you choose 2), and you can have 2 messages (one on each color) consisting of 2 lines with 8 characters per line. Prices start at $11.99 per 7oz bag, but you have to order at least 4 bags. There are other gift options to choose from as well. And if you don't think mom will love them, how about using them as a wedding favor?

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Mother's Day Gift Guide: Personalized Recipe Box, French Wine & Rose Cupcakes

YumSugar — Wed, 09 May 2007 15:45:32 -0700

Yesterday I brought you the first part of our Mother's Day gift guide and today I'm finishing it off with a few more great ideas. This first one is for the mom with all the recipes in her head. Don't you think it would be a nice gift for her (and you) if you helped her get them put on paper? The personalized recipe gift set from William-Sonoma will help you do that in a classy and personal way. The set comes with a personalized wood box and embosser ("Kitchen of Mom's Name") as well as 100 cards (the box holds 500). It'll be lovely now, but can you imagine it getting passed down through the generations? Available for $69.

Two more gift ideas (including a great wine set and a cute cupcake idea), so read more

If your mom dreams of visiting the French countryside, but you can't yet afford to fly her out there, why don't you bring the countryside to her? The Tour of Provence Wine Set contains three must-have selections from the South of France, as well as Patricia Wells' At Home in Provence Cookbook. Available for $49.99.

If mom is a baker (or if you are) surprise her with a dozen cupcake roses. This Rose Bundt Cupcake pan from Nordic Ware allows you to create a dozen roses. I'm imagining strawberry cupcakes with lemon icing, talk about a cute gift! Available for $31.95.

Mother's Day Gift Guide: 86 Recipes, Herbs & Tea

YumSugar — Tue, 08 May 2007 15:51:55 -0700

If the person you call "Mom" is a foodie at heart, here are some great gift ideas that will be sure to wow her this Mother's Day.

My favorite pick works well for moms who love to travel and eat out, or moms who like to stay in and cook. A new collection called 86 Recipes is a series of recipe boxes that contain (you got it) 86 recipes each. However these aren't just any recipes, these are recipes from some of the best restaurants in the country. Available in a New York or San Francisco edition (New Orleans is launching this summer), each box contains 86 recipes with tips on presentation, wine pairings, plus a photo, map and contact info of each restaurant. Where else can you get 86 practically-famous recipes (SF - Gary Danko, Tartine Bakery, Chez Panisse; NY - Daniel, Aquavit, Prune) in one place? Oh and why 86? That's restaurant slang to indicate that a popular item has been sold out. However each box also comes with a bunch of other origins for the name "86" - but you'll just have to get it to find out. SF edition is $19.99, NY edition is $24.99. Pick one up for mom, and pick up the other for yourself. Oh and if you're lucky, maybe you'll win a trip to NY or SF for mom too!

Two more great gift ideas for your mom, just read more

Imagine growing fresh herbs all year long. Oh and did I mention that it would be dirt and weed free? If the mom you know is into fresh herbs, but lacks a green thumb, get her an Aerogarden and watch things grow. Available for $149.99.

If mom would rather sit in the living room with a good book and a pot of tea, why don't you get her a Flowering Tea Set from Numi. This deluxe set comes packaged in a hand-made bamboo case that houses a glass teapot and a bin of Numi's hand-sewn flowering teas. The glass teapot is perfect for viewing the blooming tea, and I'm sure it will brighten mom's day. Available for $34.95.

Need more ideas? Be sure to check back tomorrow for part 2!

BellaSugar's Mother's Day Gift Guide: Your Gorgeous Granny

BellaSugarUK — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 07:00:00 -0700

Mother's Day is tomorrow and just in case you've forgotten something for good ole grandma, here are a few beauty-inspired ideas for the matriarch of the the brood.

For the past few years, Esteè Lauder has created several gorgeous golden solid perfume compacts in intricate designs. I especially love this delicate Swarovski butterfly that contains their soft and fruity Beyond Paradise scent. Gift it with a heart-felt card and you'll do grandma proud.

Mother's Day Geek Gift Slideshow: From High to Low!

GeekSugar — Mon, 05 May 2008 06:30:08 -0700

Mother's Day is upon us, and if you don't have your gift in the mail, you better get on it! Not sure what to get her? Well, the nice thing about being a geek is that there's always a new gadget to get someone who has everything, or else you can use it as an opportunity to move your analog mom a little further into the future. Here are my geeky gift suggestions for your mommas, from low-priced to high-priced to cater to a variety of budgets!

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Mother's Day Gift Guide, Part I: The Classical Mom

BellaSugar — Mon, 05 May 2008 15:00:26 -0700

Welcome to my series on beauty-centric gifts for Mother's Day. All week long I'll be featuring a different type of mother, along with a selection of beauty-appropriate gifts in hopes of offering up great ideas for last-minute shopping (don't forget that Mother's Day is this Sunday). Today is all about the classical mother. She wears strong spicy and floral scents and hasn't changed her manicure style in years. Although she respects your beauty choices, she prefers to stick with what she knows. Below is an assortment of 15 beauty treats for the traditional mom - happy shopping!

Give The Gift Of Captured Memories This Mother's Day

GeekSugar — Wed, 09 May 2007 14:30:32 -0700

Still wondering what to get your mom this Mother's Day? Send her the gift of memories and special moments with a digital photo frame or photo book. I've compiled three of my favorites below which are all timeless gifts that your mom will cherish for years to come. Just a small token of your love and appreciation (and your geeky touch)!

Digital Photo Frame With Sound

Surprise your mom this Mother's Day with a digital photo frame with sound from Brookstone! You can jam pack this frame with pictures, digital home movies and even songs in Mp3 format. No PC required...as you can directly download from your PC or camera via a USB. Great features include sideshow capability, LCD screen and an included remote control...all for a grand total of $300.

Momento Wireless Digital Picture Frame

Share your moments instantly with Momento Live. Now you can send and receive pics directly to any Momento picture frame in the world. Just upload and send images from your computer or a camera phone to one or many Momento picture frames at once. Even if you're miles away from your mom this Mother's Day, you can send her images on her new Momento picture frame instantly. Gotta love technology! A free trial subscription of Momento Live is included with the purchase of the wireless frame. Click here to purchase for $200.

Kodak Photo Books

Take your digital images and transfer them to a lovely album for your mom this Mother's Day. Kodak's Photo Books come in a variety of styles and colors to suit your mom's taste. Each one includes a front window, is extra heavy and uses archival-quality, acid-free photo paper and professional binding. Choose layouts, write captions and let Kodak do the rest! Prices range from $7 to $70.

BellaSugar's Guide to Mother's Day Beauty Gifts

BellaSugar — Sat, 10 May 2008 10:00:07 -0700

Hopefully you've found my Mother's Day gift guide inspiring. I've chosen a variety of bath and beauty products to suit all different types of moms and gathered them below in a six-post roundup. Keep in mind that a gift certificate to a spa or even a hair treatment at a salon will make your mother, aunt, sister, mother-in-law, grandmother, partner, or friend feel pampered and special.

There's a reason why people say motherhood is the toughest job in the world. It takes unrelenting patience, sacrifice and selflessness - and all most moms really want is to feel appreciated. So whatever you select, be sure to choose it with love.

Are You Giving Your Mom the Gift of Time For Mother's Day?

SavvySugar — Fri, 08 May 2009 08:30:42 -0700

Moms are synonymous with TLC, so showing them appreciation on Mother's Day is the least we can do. ABC News polled moms across the country about what they want for their holiday, and instead of flowers or candy most responded with things like help around the yard or house, homemade meals cooked by someone else, and quality time with the family.

While ABC credits the recession for moms' desire to choose time over material gifts this Mother's Day, I question if the economy really has much to do with their answers. Time with their kids is hardly a gift moms typically take for granted. What do you think - are you spending time with your mom because it's free, or because that's the best gift around?

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Jurlique Hand Cream Trio Set - £52.00	ANTONIA'S FLOWERS floret eau de toilette - £73.40
Elemis Vitality Energy - 60 Caps - £23.00	Estée Lauder Fleur de Lys Shimmer Powder - £25.00
NEW Olay Regenerist Anti-aging Lip Treatment - £21.49	Pearl Crystal Alice Band - £10.00
Avon Illuminating Face Pearls - £8.50	Penhaligons small vanity case in tan - £60.00
Jean Charles Brosseau Fleurs D'Ombre Violette-Menthe EDT, 50ml - £38.00	Crystal Cluster Compact Mirror - £10.00
EstÉE Lauder Delicate Butterfly Solid Perfume Compact - £250.00	The Floral Collection Rose Fabric Box - £12.00