Mother's Day Online Ordering Countdown

With Mother's Day just under two weeks away, it is time to get your online gift orders placed so that they will arrive in time to surprise that special mom on her day. This year Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13. Whether you know a brand new mom, empty nest mom or grandmother, it is nice to make them smile on this recognized day of celebration of mothers.

All items listed in my EDCCollective and EclecticSkeptic Etsy shops are ready to ship. If you see something you like, don't wait. I will be taking most of those items to a festival this Saturday, May 5. Pick out your favorite before someone in person does and give USPS the best chance of getting your order to you in a timely fashion.

You will find a wide range of potential gifts, from jewelry and accessories to photographic art in many forms.

Earth Mother Gifts

Mother's Day is less than a month away. If you will be buying something and having it shipped, I strongly suggest that you order it at least a week before you need it to arrive. USPS has been rather slow since the first of the year and destinations that previously would receive their items by first class mail in 2-3 days have been taking a week on average. (USPS is closing and consolidating sort centers and has created a real slow down in mail service. Even priority mail has been slowed down from its norm. Enough of my rant, you have been warned, whether you are purchasing from me or somewhere else.)

If you would describe you mom as an earth mother, then she is likely to appreciate a gift of jewelry made with gemstones born of the earth. One such gemstone is quartz. When you think of quartz, the first thing that pops into mind is probably a clear crystal point. That is a very popular form, however there are other gemstones that would have also been clear quartz (SiO₂) if not for mineral impurities and inclusions.

I have several earring and necklace options available that are made with several gemstones in the quartz family. You can see jewelry in the image below that, as I am writing this, is available and ready to ship. I have many other quartz components available for custom creations too. Gemstones seen in the photo that might not come to mind right away when processing the word quartz are amethyst, citrine, tourmalinated quartz and rose quartz. Some of these creations are currently listed in my EDCCollective Etsy shop. If you are interested in any that are not currently listed or in a custom order, please contact me about availability.

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Mother’s Day Flowers

Many a mom receives a bouquet of flowers, roses or otherwise, on Mother’s Day. This year, put a twist on a bouquet with flower themed gifts that will continue to bloom long after Mother’s Day, or with a flower filled outing.

Give your mom a Mother’s Day Rose photographic art print that will bloom on her wall all year. In addition to floral prints, other photographic art flower themed gifts can include note cards, purse hangers and trinket dishes. Floral themed jewelry and accessories adorned with your mom’s favorite flower are sure to be a hit as well. (Click on the image below to enlarge it.)

Mother’s Day, May 11, falls within National Wildflower Week, May 5-11. If your mother is a nature and/or a garden lover she will appreciate some time spent with you taking in the views at a local garden, arboretum, or nature center. Bring your camera to get some shots of your mom stopping to smell the flowers. Top of your excursion with a light meal or treat.

Here’s wishing you and your mom a fun, flower filled day.

Mother’s Day 2012

Here is wishing all of the Moms out there an early happy Mother’s Day. I am also sending a reminder to all of you out there with mothers to not let the day creep up on you. It is May 13, less than 3 weeks away. If you haven’t yet figured out what you are doing to let your mom know she is special, you need to hop to it.

Does your mom like to be taken out for a nice meal? If so, consider making your reservations now. Is your mom far away? If so, you can still treat her to a nice meal with a gift certificate to her favorite restaurant. Does your mom like to receive flowers?Whether she is near or far, you can arrange for a nice fresh floral arrangement or potted plant to brighten her day. You might also want to consider the gift of an everlasting floral gift such as my Mother’s Day Rose Matted Print. If your mom has a favorite flower, I may have a photographic art print of her favorite available such as this sunflower instead. Many more, but not all of my other photographic art images can be seen in my photo album on my business facebook page.

Whatever your mom’s style and likes, I hope that she appreciates that thoughts that you send her way on Mother’s Day.

Whimsical Mother’s Day Gifts

Does your mom enjoy a good chuckle? Do you recall hearing the phrase “When pigs fly” in response to any of your requests while you were growing up? If you answered yes to either of these questions, your mom is a good candidate for a whimsical gift for this Mother’s Day from EclecticSkeptic.

EclecticSkeptic carries a variety of flying pig items. You will find earrings, purse charms, necklaces, note cards, bookmarks, keychains and pins. Each item in this shop sports a pig with wings that is sure to garner a giggle.

More traditional Mother’s Day gifts can be found at my other shop, EDCCollective. If you see something there that you think would benefit from the addition of a flying pig charm or image, please contact me about the feasibility of doing just that.

Here’s wishing you a fun filled Mother’s Day.

Mother's Day Reflections and Suggestions

It’s almost May 12th ! ! All you mothers out there know what that means. Maybe your day will be a little different, when you’re recognized as the family’s “unsung hero”, or at least a day with less “grunt work” and a few moments of fun set aside with loved ones.

Yes, Mother’s Day is coming - - and I hear the echo (or is that a groan?) of “What, not already, - - how can it be Mother’s Day again?” from grown-up kids who now feel pressured into another “Hallmark moment”. To them and all the others that are looking forward to letting their mom know she is special, I say “Yes, Mother’s Day is almost here and the answer to your shopping needs is just a few computer keystrokes away!”

Your answer is Etsy, the site for so many reasonably priced - - but even more important - - unique gift ideas! Is your mom a collector of specific items (animal figurines, pretty note cards, cups and saucers, vintage stuff of all kinds)? Or maybe your mom delights in one of a kind jewelry that is chosen with her special color palette and style in mind.

All these things and more can be found at Etsy.com. Especially thoughtful gifts you can’t find at the local mall - - and from the comfort of your own home!

Mother’s Day thoughtfulness doesn’t have to be reserved just for your mom, but can include your wife, daughter, friend, or mentor. A perfect time to say “You’re special to me” with a thoughtful gift or card to that special woman who has made a difference in your life.

Visit our shop at www.edccollective.etsy.com. Enjoy shopping and the Etsy experience.