Gift Ideas from Arttowngifts.com

Shop Online for Birthday Gift Ideas

2008-07-18T18:42:00.000-07:00

Find a great last minute birthday gift online
With today’s face pace birthdays have a way of slipping up on us before we know it. The last thing you want is to forget a birthday for a special person in your life. The good news is that with online shopping today there is still an opportunity to find a great last minute birthday gift.

Limit the Google search results with keywords
For people who need quick help finding a birthday gift, shopping online presents the ideal solution. There is no need to step out of your home or office. Gift shopping online is both fast and convenient. Some even find it relaxing to look for that perfect birthday present online. And even though there is a wide selection of possible gift items it is very easy to drill down to just what you want by entering a very detailed keyword search phrase into Google search bar. Better yet just shop here at Arttowngifts.com. Without the stress of traveling to retail stores, browsing through gift ideas can become an enjoyable activity. So here are some last minute birthday gift suggestions you can find here at Arttowngifts.com.

Select birthday gift baskets around themes
Of course the birthday gift basket is the classic example of an attractive present that can purchased online. It features not just one, but a whole bunch of items that a recipient might enjoy. It is easy to find gift baskets online that follow certain themes. For example we have birthday gift baskets that incorporate the birthday theme and some even offer everything the recipient needs for their own birthday party. For adults I often recommend shopping around their hobbies, favorite treats or similar idea. For example send a coffee or tea gift basket if that is something they love. For chocolate lovers, send a chocolate gift basket. For the overworked, send a spa gift basket to suggest that they relax for few moments. There are movie lover’s baskets, book lover’s baskets, poker players’ baskets and different baskets for a variety of sports as well as wine and gourmet baskets. We even have several over the hill birthday baskets. For children, there are gift baskets filled with different kinds of activity sets including small toys, coloring materials and delicious treats.

Birthday balloons set the mood for a birthday party
Another last-minute gift idea that is sure to brighten up a celebrant's day is a birthday balloon bouquet. Send an arrangement of birthday balloons and teddy. You can add cookies, chocolates, roses, wine or champagne if you want. Does your birthday guy or gal love sweets? If so send them a gourmet cheesecake or specialty dessert cake that are beyond yummy. They will think they are in heaven when they bite into one of these!

Personalized birthday gifts of all sorts
If you really want to shine by giving a gift just for them, then personalized gifts are the way to go. There are a number of items that can be personalized including jewelry, money clips, boxes, tools, flasks and glassware. Engraving, in particular, makes an item look more luxurious and special. The most popular items that are engraved and can be ordered online are accessories like charms, pendants, lockets and even cufflinks. All sorts of glassware are also personalized and engraved. Allow a few days for engraving to avoid rush charges and overnight shipping expenses.

Gold roses trump fresh flowers
Fresh flowers are a sweet and simple birthday gift idea, but even better are gold roses that last a forever and look much fancier. These roses are actually flowers that have been dipped in 24kt gold, and are the perfect birthday gift for wives, girlfriends and mothers. Other varieties are available including silver roses, platinum roses and colored roses with gold trim. Mix and match or start a collection.

Same day birthday gift delivery
Aside from the wide range of choices for gifts, another convenience offered by shopping for presents online is the availability of delivery service. On time delivery of the birthday present is especially important for those sending the gifts out of town. While it is ideal that shopping for a gift should be taken care of at least a few days in advance, shopping on the day itself is still feasible with our last minute gifts. Just order before noon in the recipient’s time zone for same day delivery to most addresses. So even though there is just too much to do and too little time to shop for that perfect birthday gift, shopping online can save the day.

Give Gold Roses Instead of Flowers

2008-07-04T19:59:00.000-07:00

An alternative to traditional roses
Young girls and women love beautiful roses. They are a lovely way to celebrate a romantic holiday, congratulate an accomplishment or celebrate a birthday. But roses also fade and die pretty quickly and soon. The only thing that remains is a memory. An alternative to traditional roses is preserved, gold roses. Preserved roses are dipped in 24 K gold as well as platinum and silver. They are absolutely gorgeous and are guaranteed to last for years.

Gold roses - chosen at the peak of the blooming season
Each rose is chosen at the peak of its’ bloom and is dipped into precious metal of your choice. The process ensures that the rose is strong, so that it will not crumble or break. The dipped roses go through a 40 step process which ensures that the beauty of the rose is preserved. If you prefer color instead of dipping the entire rose in precious metal the rose can be dipped rose in lacquer to ensure that the color stays vibrant and so that the rose does not decay. Then the leaves and the stem of the rose are trimmed in either platinum or gold. These special types of roses are fantastic for celebrating anniversaries, romantic events, birthdays, Christmas, Valentine’s Day or just because.

Gold Roses available in a variety of styles
You can find gold dipped roses here at Arttowngifts.com. We also currently offer platinum roses, silver roses, colored roses trimmed in gold or platinum. You can purchase single stems or rose bouquets such as a dozen gold roses or bouquet of 3 pink and gold trimmed roses. Preserved roses also come in a variety of colors. You can purchase two-toned, colored roses with 24 K trim as well as colored, lacquer roses with platinum trim. For example, consider a single red rose trimmed in gold.

Gold Roses stunning beyond the photos
Traditional roses are beautiful, but compared to gold roses, they are well, ordinary. Even the highest quality of roses has a short-shelf life, and while you can enjoy their vibrancy for a short time, they die in a week’s time. What better way to ensure that the celebration of a special moment or occasion lasts far longer then a week. Preserved roses provide a keepsake that will last for a life time of memories.

Order a Gold Rose gift for your next special occasion
This sure to please gift also makes a great collection item. Start with one today and add a new rose for every special occasion. Before long your loved one will have a wonderful arrangement of roses that will last a life time.

Personalized Gifts Add Appeal

2008-06-17T14:42:00.000-07:00

Personalized Gifts Take the Stress out of Shopping for Gifts
Some people find shopping for gifts a little stressful while others love to shop. Those that approach gift shopping with trepidation often fear that their gifts will lack creativity. In some cases we are just too busy with family and work to take a lot of extra time to select gifts. And now with the tight economy spending money for gifts is even harder. Affordable personalized gifts are the answer! Personalized gifts take the stress out of gift shopping for all occasions including weddings, new babies, graduations and corporate gifts. Personalized gifts make it easy to select gifts for those people for whom it is hard to shop. Even better these outstanding personalized gifts make a BIG impression!

Personalized Gifts Become Treasured Possessions
Personalized gifts tell your recipient that you took the time to select something special just for them and then made the extra effort to get the item engraved or monogrammed. Now your gift will become a treasured possession for years to come. So let’s talk about some specific examples of personalized gifts for different occasions. For wedding gifts consider personalizing toasting glasses for the couple’s first toast. Or monogram a wine bottle stopper. To mark the special occasion give the new couple a fine bottle of wine in a personalized wine box with their names and wedding date. These are just a few examples of personalized wedding gifts you can find at Arttowngifts.com.

Personalized Gifts are Ideal for Wedding Attendants
Now that we have taken care of the bride and groom, let’s talk about bridesmaid gifts, groomsmen gifts and even wedding party gifts. Wedding attendant gifts and wedding favors can be personalized and engraved with the information about the wedding like the names and dates or it can be personalized with their personal information. It all depends on your budget and your preferences. For example, consider giving a candy striped tote bag or a custom pink leather koozie as your bridesmaid’s gifts and personalized tools or gadgets for the groomsmen. So next on the list is to find an idea for a memorable new baby gift. What about a personalized bank? There are several styles to from which to choose including a block, trains and tractors. For the older kids there are even personalized sterling silver yo yos and harmonicas.

Personalized Gifts are Perfect for Anniversaries and Business Situations
Fast forward and it is time for an anniversary gift. Send a wine accessory gift set which includes both an elegant wine opener and wine bottle stopper gift set packaged inside cherry wood box with a personalized silver plate. Finally when you need to tell someone such as a coworker who is retiring or who has done an outstanding job, "well done", consider a personalized writing instrument such as a leather wrapped pen. Depending on their tastes a personalized golf gift is always nice. And in this case gifts including some one's interests adds another custom dimension, their hobby. Don't forget birthdays. Personalized birthday gifts will also impress. This is another opportunity to select a gift relating to their hobbies, interest or even collections.

Shop for Personalized Gifts Online
While personalized gifts can be found in your local mall we like shopping online because it is faster, less expensive and more convenient. There is no need to make one trip to select the gifts and then another trip to come back to pick them up after engraving. Also online you actually type in the text that you want engraved so there is no room for error. Here at Arttowngifts.com our custom gifts are shipped within three business days. If you are in a real rush pay a small over time rush fee with your order and your custom gifts will ship in 24 business hours when ordered before 3 pm Eastern Time. And at Arttowngifts.com all monogrammed gifts are boxed in their own gift boxes making them perfect for bridesmaid’s gifts, groomsmen gifts and corporate gifts. You will find the prices are actually very low but don’t let the price fool you. Our personalized engravable gift line offers extremely high quality for the price. Some items are even sterling silver.

Personalized Gifts Make Recipients Feel Special
If you are in need of some special ideas for gift giving for any occasion but are at a loss for ideas, consider personalized gifts. They can add a special touch to any gift. They make it look like you put a lot more thought into the gift and make the recipient feel special and important in your life. It's hard to accomplish so many things with one gift, but personalizing it can certainly help you to seal the deal.

Get Ready for Father’s Day 2008 with our New Fathers Day Gift Collection

2008-05-27T20:59:00.000-07:00

Working behind the scenes adding Father’s Day Gifts
Here at Arttowngifts.com we work from one holiday and important occasion to the next trying to make certain that we have everything in place to serve our customers well and offer them an outstanding selection of gifts. Our main goal is to make it easy for customers to shop on the site. That sounds easy but it takes a lot of work behind the scenes to make that happen. I often look at the calendar and think I have plenty of time to prepare for a holiday. Then before I know it I am in a scramble to get everything done in time on both our site and personally. For each holiday we usually feature both new products from our artists and design new gift baskets with themes for the specific holiday, in this case, Fathers Day Gift Baskets. You can learn more about what we have in store for Father’s Day Gift Ideas by checking our Fathers Day Gifts selection.

Our Father’s Day Gift plan is in place so it is time for me to shop for my dad!
Once I finish my work for a holiday on the Arttowngifts.com site I turn my focus to my own shopping needs. So now it is time for me to think about my own Father’s Day plans. Because of the high cost of gas and the cost of an airline tickets I will not be with my dad this year. Being away from my father for Fathers Day is a first for me. I am in the process of remodeling my house and I need to watch my budget more than usual. I am trying to make the best of the situation by sending him an extra nice gift that is perfect for him.

My dad seems OK with the fact that I can not come home this year – but I am the one having a hard time. I was one of the fortunate kids who grew up with a great dad... the Father Knows Best kind. He made me feel special… like I could accomplish anything. He tells me how proud he is of everything I do whether it is receiving a high work honor or refinishing the kitchen cabinets. I really want to make him feel special this Dad’s Day. I considered several gifts before I made my final decision.

Wine Gifts are great for any occasion!
First I thought about sending my father our Premier Wine Collection from the Arttowngifts.com Last Minute Gift collection. This top of the line wine gift includes 3 notable bottles of wine & a collection of the finest gourmet foods available such as mixed nuts, cheese, crackers, truffles, smoked seafood, imported delicacies, specialty sauces or dips, wine biscuits, pretzels, cookies, fine teas, coffee, and more.

Personalized Gifts -- give Dad something just for him!
Then I decided that I wanted to send him some thing more personal so I decided on a Personalized Fathers Day Gift and selected the Executive Putter Personalized Golf Set from the Arttowngifts.com Golf Gift Collection. It has a wood case, augmented with brass a handle. It features an engraved brass plate that includes two lines of personalization. And that is just the case! The gift includes a putter that disassembles for easy storage, 2 balls and a wood practice cup. My dad loves to play golf so he will be thrilled with this golf gift.

Order your Father's Day Gifts now for delivery right before Father's Day!
I hope you are lucky and get to see your dad for this Father’s Day but if not, you are sure to find the perfect Father’s Day Gift for your dad here at Arttowngifts.com. You can always order early and request delivery right before Father’s day. I hope all of the dads out there have a wonderful Father's Day!

Last Minute Graduation Gifts

2008-05-22T15:47:00.001-07:00

Remember those Graduation Gifts
Honor the hard work and effort of those in your circle of friends and family members who are graduating this month with a graduation gift. You can find lots of affordable graduation ideas here at Arttowngifts.com. With the high cost of gas we have heard from some of our customers that they will not be able to attend the graduation ceremonies this year. As a result they really want to make sure to send a great gift to acknowledge the accomplishment of their graduates.

Graduation Gift Ideas for All Ages and Graduates
You may need a graduation gift for every age from a preschooler graduating to kindergarten to a medical student graduating from medical school. Here at Arttowngifts.com we have a perfect gift for any age or graduation type. For example the youngster might enjoy Graduation Balloons and Teddy while a law school graduate is sure to love a Wine Basket. For the high school or college graduate we even have a Graduation Gift Basket. This graduate even has cute hair and cap and gown. The gift includes a tower of boxes dressed up like a graduate with a square-shaped mortarboard and tassel. You have to see it to appreciate the full significance (it is really cute) of this gift loaded with snacks for those hungry graduates. For those of you who want a traditional gift basket our Gourmet Gift Basket lineup is sure to fill the bill.

Lasting Graduation Gifts
If you want to send a more lasting gift consider something from our Personalized Gift Selection such as a Personalized Tool or Personalized Tote. We also have Personalized Beer Mugs in several styles and the old stand by of Personalized Cuff Links. This is just a small sample of the ideas available in our Personalized Gift Store. Hopefully, these suggestions will give you a head start on your graduation gift shopping.

Great Quotes for Graduates
Here are some quotes about graduation that I just had to pass on. Maybe you can use a portion of one in your gift message or even a toast:

Graduation day is tough for adults. They go to the ceremony as parents. They come home as contemporaries. After twenty-two years of child-raising, they are unemployed. ~Erma Bombeck

You are educated. Your certification is in your degree. You may think of it as the ticket to the good life. Let me ask you to think of an alternative. Think of it as your ticket to change the world. ~Tom Brokaw

Graduation is only a concept. In real life every day you graduate. Graduation is a process that goes on until the last day of your life. If you can grasp that, you'll make a difference. ~Arie Pencovici

Your schooling may be over, but remember that your education still continues. ~Author Unknown

Wherever you go, go with all your heart. ~Confucius

If at first you don't succeed, do it like your mother told you. ~Author Unknown

A business that makes nothing but money is a poor business. ~Henry Ford

Summer Vacation Gift Line Up

2008-05-21T20:28:00.000-07:00

Memorial Day is here which brings up the long lazy days of summer and those fun road trips and family vacations. While everyone else is dreaming of the beach, sun and family outings we have been creating gift baskets that make great von voyage gifts, family vacation gifts and family movie night gifts. You can see the complete line up in our Summer Vacation Gift Lineup.

How can you tell? Is a New Baby on the Way?

2008-05-16T19:18:00.000-07:00

New styles make it difficult to distinguish expecting mothers
OK, I will be the first to admit that my powers of observation maybe lacking but I am finding it more and more difficult to determine when someone is expecting and when they are just over weight. With the new blouse styles emphasizing empire bust lines it is often hard to tell. I eat lunch at brew pub near our offices frequently. The same waitress serves me most of the time. She looks very pregnant but I am afraid to mention anything for fear that she is just very over weight. Subconsciously I find myself looking to see if she rubs her belly or holds her tummy as she walks like expecting mothers do. I am also on the look-out for the pregnant waddle as I call it. Sometimes I think I have spotted the telling behavior of an expectant mother, then other times I am just not sure. Since I starting noticing my waitress it seems that every where I look I see someone else who looks pregnant. I am tempted to suggest that expectant mothers start wearing a necklace with an arrow saying baby or something else equally disgusting but just as functional. As cute as the new tops look on the very thin, I have to say that they certainly create confusion for observers when the wearer is anything but stick thin.

Gift ideas for the new baby and their parents
I am going to risk embarrassing myself and buy my waitress/friend a new baby gift. Maybe I'll ask someone else in the restaurant first just to make certain. Fortunately, at Arttowngifts.com we offer a complete selection of unique baby gifts. I can select from new baby gifts sets such as our Baby Bountiful Gift Basket which includes all of the essentials for a new baby or our New Baby Shower Gift called Bundles of Joy for a Boy or Girl. This new arrival gift includes a wicker bassinet loaded with outstanding gifts for both baby and mom making it a perfect choice for a baby shower.

Remember new dads too
Don't forget those new dads. At Arttowngifts.com we keep the new fathers in the loop with gifts like our New Dad's Gift Basket. While new baby gift baskets make perfect gifts we also offer several personalized baby gifts to provide a lasting gift that marks the importance of the occasion. My favorites are our Personalized Pewter Train Bank and an Alphabet Cube Silver Bank. Remember Arttowngifts.com when you need last minute gifts for any occasion.

Last Minute Gift Ideas

2008-04-29T17:25:00.000-07:00

Online Shopping is Perfect Place for Last Minute Gifts
Let’s face it, life can be distracting. Between busy jobs, shuttling kids back and forth and attempting to take care of all of the things that need to get done, some things get lost in the shuffle. One of those things can be important occasions that require a gift. How many times have you completely forgotten to purchase a gift for an upcoming birthday or anniversary? For individuals who need to purchase high quality, last minute gifts, Arttowngifts.com is the perfect online destination. You will find last minute birthday gifts, last minute wine gifts, last minute wedding gifts, last minute anniversary gifts and even last minute personalized gifts.

Same Day Delivery Available for Special Selection of Gifts
Arttowngifts.com offers same day delivery for a special selection of wine gifts, gourmet gift baskets, fruit baskets and balloon bouquets. Just order before 2:00 p.m. in the recipient's time zone for same day delivery as long as you select from the Same Day Gift Collection.

Have an Extra Day? Choices for Last Minute Gifts are Fantastic
At Arttowngifts.com we also offer a variety of other gifts and trinkets that can be shipped to you overnight for next day delivery. You will find themed gift baskets, personalized gifts, gold dipped roses, jewelry, home décor and much more. Most regular orders such as gift baskets or gold roses are delivered much more quickly than you might think using just regular shipping. Most ship the same the day they are ordered. And expedited shipping is always available including next day delivery, two day delivery and three day delivery for those last minute ut ohs. If you opt to pay a rush fee, personalized gifts can even ship within 1 business day. And now we even ship cheesecakes and specialty dessert cakes for next day delivery from a nationally known bakery.

Make Sure Last Minute Gifts Look Well Planned
The only proper way to handle last minute gifting is to ensure that your gift looks anything butlast minute. Instead, it should look like it was well thought out and planned plenty of time in advance. The challenge... there are very few places that will allow you to do place high quality gift orders on short notice. When you find a place, keep their contact information nearby, in case you need it often in your increasingly busy world. If you are unsure what types of gifts work well on even on short notice, keep reading; we have listed some good last minute gift ideas for various occasions. Here are just a few of the ideas available:

Sympathy Gifts: You can find affordable and gorgeous sympathy baskets with an assortment of tea, coffee and gourmet foods. Some offer a sympathy theme done in a very tasteful manner.

New Baby Gifts: Purchase a unique and adorable gift basket for the new baby in someone’s life. There are special baskets made for mom or even the proud papa, complete with cigars, or cute t-shirts and necessities for the baby. Several new arrival gift baskets offer everything a new mom needs for to get her baby off to a good start.

Personalized Gifts: Engraved, monogrammed and custom gifts convey the message that you went the extra mile to select an extra special gift meant just for the recipient. Personalized gifts are fantastic for bridegrooms, bridesmaids, graduation gifts, anniversaries and weddings. These engraved gifts are both high quality and very affordable.

House Warming Gifts: New home themed gifts are the perfect way to congratulate the major milestone of home ownership. Arttowngifts.com offers beautiful, house-shaped baskets, full of various kinds of goodies. You can even send delicious nut and fruit trays, wine, champagne gift and snack sets.

Visit Arttowngifts.com when You Need Last Minute Gifts
Even when we have the best intentions, life sometimes gets in the way. Special occasions and celebratory moments come up often when we are unprepared... a new baby is born, a friend elopes, a family member is hospitalized or someone passes away. In these cases, we need a go-to place to find the perfect gift at the last minute. Here at Arttowngifts.com you will find last minute gifts for all occasions; birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, new arrivals and housewarmings. You will also find jewelry, gold dipped roses and art for the special people in your life.

Gift Ideas for Mother's Day 2008

2008-04-17T17:59:00.000-07:00

Time to Think About Your Mom - Mother's Day is Sunday, May 11, 2008
We are ready here at Arttowngifts.com to make shopping for Mother's Day simple and affordable with a host of unique gift ideas for Mother's Day. Whether your mom is still young or just young at heart you are sure to find an ideal Mother's Day Gift at Arttowngifts.com.

Give Your Time... Plan to Make Mom's Day Special
If your budget is a little tight this year, consider making the day special by spending less on the gifts and giving Mom more of your time. You could offer to complete some small simple "honey do's" around her house. Husbands can give their wife's a day off from the kitchen and other household responsibilities starting with the traditional breakfast in bed. Get the kids to pitch in and help you make dinner. You can make it a special day for everyone. The kids will enjoy helping you while mom will enjoy all of the attention. Plus your children will remember the holiday fondly for years to come. You will be starting your own family traditions!

Inexpensive Mother's Day Gifts make Shopping Convenient
So what are some ways to send a gift without running up your credit card? The traditional Mother's Day Basket is an inexpensive way to tell your mom she is special. For example, our Mother’s Day Breakfast Gift Basket is a great way to get Mother’s Day off to a perfect start! Themed Gift Baskets such as Garden Lover's Baskets and Spa Gift Baskets are an ideal choice when your mom is in another city. There is no hassle to find a shipping box, wrapping, or going to the postal service only to wait in line to ship your gift. Just go online, place you order and you have a great gift for Mom on its way. And you can select a theme and contents she will enjoy. For example, if she likes chocolate, she is sure to love our Chocolate Decadence Gift Basket.

Unique Gift Ideas for Mom
If you are looking for something more lasting flowers, consider ordering a rose from our Gold Roses Collection. Choose from solid covered roses in two metals, gold and silver or let the color show through with our Lacquered Colored Roses with gold trim. Another popular practice is to select an item to engrave such as Wine Accessory Gift Set from our Personalized Gift Store. You can personalized any number of items including bottle stoppers, a silver heart box, elegant key chains, business card holders, charm bracelets, pendants and even all in one tools for Mom's glove box or purse.

Regardless of the gift you select, the important thing is to just make your Mom feel special. And remember to give you grandmothers a call and even say or do something nice for your mother in law. Considering sending them inexpensive Mother's Day Baskets too.

Does Your Office Celebrate Administrative Assistant's Day?

2008-04-06T17:46:00.000-07:00

Secretary's Day or the politically correct and more appropriate designation, Administrative Professionals Day falls on Wednesday, April 23, 2008!

What gifts do you have in mind for your administrative assistants and other staff members? If I have one tip for bosses in companies no matter who big or small, please do not let Secretary's Day pass you by without acknowledging your staff. Contrary to what you may think, it is a BIG deal for those professional staff members that keep your company and office running on a day in and day out basis. Why not jump at the chance to tell them how much you appreciate them?

Acknowledge Your Administrative Staff
Forgetting Administrative Professionals Day is the equivalent of missing Valentine's Day for your wife or girl friend. The difference is that your administrative assistant will not complain. Their feelings will be hurt so their performance is likely to suffer or worse the next time they see another employment ad, they will be tempted to look. Here at Arttowngifts.com we make it easy for you to acknowledge the contribution of your administrative assistants, professional staff and secretaries.

Gift Baskets Make Selecting a Secretary's Gift Easy
For example, consider sending them a simple Gourmet Gift Basket. Or suggest that they take a break to pamper themselves with a Spa Gift Basket. Our top of the line Pamper Me Basket will make a great impression with a bath caddy packed with slippers, a towel, and a variety of soaps, lotions and creams. If you know that they like to read, our Book Lovers Gift Basket is a perfect choice. Alternatively if they like to work in their garden then our Weekend Garden Gift Basket is ideal. We even have a Bird House Gift Basket for nature lovers and a Keepsake Kitchen Gift Basket for the cook! You are sure to find the perfect gift basket for everyone and every occasion here at Arttowngifts.com.

Make Them Feel Special with a Personalized Gift
Nothing says that you gave a lot of thought and time selecting a gift more than a personalized gift. Here at Arttowngifts.com you can select something special from our Personalized Gift Selection. Engraving is free and only takes a day or two. Some ideas for custom gifts include, personalized jewelry, personalized boxes, personalized glassware and personalized tools. There are gifts for both men and women and even ideas for awards.

Don't Panic - Last Minute Gifts are Available
Finally, if you let the time slip up on you, our Last Minute Gifts are here to save the day. Choose from hand delivered fruit baskets, gourmet and wine baskets and balloon bouquets.

Let Us Know Your Ideas About Ways to Celebrate Admin Professional's Day.

Playing Easter Bunny Can Be a Breeze

2008-03-02T19:01:00.000-08:00

Stay in Touch with Grand Children and Friends for Easter
We just finished getting all of our new Easter Basket designs posted for Easter. Believe it or not Easter Shopping has already started. I am sure everyone is really looking forward to spring this year after the long snowy winter. We are shipping Easter Baskets now and are also taking orders for delivery right before Easter. This year we are offering Easter Baskets that are more activity centered such as our Easter Fun Gift Basket which contains a Plush Easter Bunny, Bubbles, Mini Easter Puzzle, Silly Putty, Coloring and Activity Book, Crayola Crayons in 24 Colors, Easter Bobble Head and Blue Easter Basket in addition to the traditional Chocolate Bunny and Candy Eggs.

Easter Gifts for Everyone
For families we have two Easter Baskets that include great gifts and treats that are sure to please every member of the family. The Hippity Hoppity Gourmet Easter Basket includes both a bunny and a chirping chick plus the traditional Easter Candy treats. Two plush toys makes it perfect for a family with two children. And then there are still treats for parents too. Alternatively our Extravaganza Easter Basket includes bunnies and candies for the kids and gourmet chocolates for the adults. For just adults we offer a more sophisticated version of the Easter Basket called, Ultimate Easter Basket. Older kids will enjoy it too. I sent this one to a friend attending college as a sort of Easter Care Package.

Lots of Alternative Easter Gifts
We have you covered if you would like to send Cross Necklaces, Easter Bunny Charms or Bunny Earrings. If you want to send a healthy snack instead of the typical Easter Candy, send a Fruit Gift Basket for the Easter Celebration which is full of fruit and healthy snacks. Finally, here is one of my favorite ideas for Easter, the Pretty In Pink Personalized Sport Bag for Her. It has a lot of practical uses. Stuff it with Easter Treats and then it can be used for lots of activities later. I know I would love this! Check our website for more Easter Gift Ideas and Easter Baskets. You are sure to find the perfect Easter gift for everyone on your list, even you!

Get Ready for Saint Patrick's Day with Great Gift Ideas

2008-03-01T20:05:00.000-08:00

Is everyone really Irish?
Does it ever seem to you that everyone claims to be Irish when it is time for the Saint Patrick's Day Celebrations. Since I really am half Irish I am always looking forward to the upcoming holiday. The Luck of Irish Date is fast approaching. Saint Patrick's Day 2008 is Monday, March 17, 2008. So the big question is who has good ideas for ways to celebrate and more importantly where to find Saint Patrick's Day Gifts. Of course we are loaded with unique St Patrick Gift Ideas here at Arttowngifts.com.

Order Saint Patrick's Day Gift Baskets now for St Patrick's Day Delivery.
Take care of your Saint Patrick Day Gift List today and we will schedule your order for delivery on Saint Patricks Day. Our Shamrock's Treasure Chest Gift Basket and Singing Leprachan Bear
is the ideal gift for your child or grand kids or even the adult kids on your list. The singing leprechaun bear is sure to be a big office hit. If you want something a little less juvenile for your Corporate Saint Patrick's Day Gifts try our St Patricks Luck of Irish Gourmet Treats basket which features traditional Irish fare including munchies and candies. Or give the gift of green with a St Patties Snacks Gift Basket which is packed with mint candies and a variety of treats and snacks.

Shamrocks and Clover Jewelry -- Order Saint Patrick's Day!
Deck yourself and your friends out in French Wire Shamrock Earrings or Claddagh and Shamrock Link Bracelets. There are lots of other styles from which to choose. You are sure to find an Irish bracelet, pendant or earrings you will love. And we also have some neat charms.

Want something a little different but Sweet? Send your Irish Friends a Green Dessert!
Last year I wanted to celebrate St Paddy's Day with a different twist. I skipped the traditional and sent my friends White Chocolate Mint Truffle Tortes. They were a big hit! I got more comments on the dessert cake gifts than anything else I had done in previous years for Saint Patrick's Day Gifts.

Personalized Saint Patrick's Day Gifts - Engrave a Mug for the Toast!
I love the idea of sending personalized gifts for any holiday. It tells the recipient you took a little to think about their gift. Our Pewter Medallion Glass Mug is ideal for Saint Patrick's Day. We also have all kinds of glassware and mugs that can be personalized. It only takes a few days to get them personalized and the prices are dirt cheap. Plus engraving is Free!

Gold Trimmed Green Roses - Yes you read it right!
We even have preserved Green Roses in a variety of styles. Our dark green and platinum trimmed rose is in the traditional Irish green shade. We also have a Deep Green Preserved and Gold Rose. Both the Platinum Trimmed Roses and Gold Trimmed Roses are available in a lighter mint green and two tone varieties. I love these preserved roses because they last forever where fresh flowers just fade away. Place your order early. These roses won't last long.

Visit the site for more ideas and have a great Saint Patrick's Day Celebration and lift one for me!

Valentine Gift Ideas for Guys

2008-01-16T13:35:00.000-08:00

We Sell More Valentine Gifts to Women than Men
While the guys are shaking in their boots about the upcoming Valentine's Day Holiday most of the woman I know are excited. They enjoy thinking about what to buy their husbands and boy friends for this romantic holiday. Believe it or not, we actually sell more Valentine's Day Gifts to women than to men. At Arttowngifts.com we have searched for the best Valentine Gift ideas for your men. So tell the guys out there they better get busy because you are going to be sending them stand out gifts this year. Because for you gals we have a complete selection of Valentine Gifts for your boy friends, sons, husbands, platonic friends, colleagues and bosses.

Personalized Gifts Make Great Valentine Gifts for Men
To start off, my favorites are from our Personalized Gift line. We offer free engraving and can ship these custom gifts within two days of your order. We even offer a rush service to get your order in front of the line for same day engraving. You can't beat that for last minute gift service! Here is something that every guy needs and will appreciate, an Engraved Leather Toiletry Bag. He is sure to think of you every time he takes a trip. Another travel related gift for that great guy who travels too much or goes to the gym is our, Personalized Duffel Travel Bag.

Our Favorite Men's Personalized Valentine Gifts
Here is a favorite gift for men, our monogrammed Leather Manicure/Shoe Shine Kit. We have received rave reviews from our customers who purchased this combination Personalized Show Shine and Manicure Kit for Birthdays, Father's Day Groomsmen Gifts and Anniversary Gifts. Another popular Valentine gift for guys is this Personalized Leather Wallet and Money Clip.

Jewelry for Men - A Special Gift Idea for Any Occasion
We also offer a complete line both Men's Jewelry including the standby of Personalized Cufflinks. Here are my favorites, Personalized Silver Round Beaded Cufflinks. Another popular item is our Rugged Sterling Silver Man Ring handcrafted by an outstanding jewelry artist. We offer the same ring in Gold.

Gift Baskets with a Male Theme Are Always in Stock
Now for some old stand byes. We have several gift baskets in our Gift Basket line with a male appeal. Check out our Gift Baskets for Men where you will find golf gift baskets, fishing gift baskets, sports gift baskets and even Men's Spa Gift Baskets such as our Men's Spa Gift Caddy. It includes a manicure set along with soaps and other pampering products.

Valentine Gift Baskets for Men Now Available
If you are feeling a little naughty or would like to send your guy a traditional chocolate Valentine Gift Basket you will love our collection of Valentine Themed Gift Baskets. One thing is for sure you will find all kinds of ideas for Valentine Gifts for guys here at Arttowngifts.com. Your gift is sure to be a standout! Place your order today. If you are short on time remember we offer a complete line Same Day Delivered Last Minute Gifts.

Personalized Valentine Gifts for Women

2008-01-14T08:57:00.000-08:00

With Valentine's Day fast approaching I am sure most of the guys out there are already dreading having to come up with that perfect gift idea for their girl friends, wives and daughters. At least the guys I know always worry a lot about picking appropriate Valentine's Day Gifts for the women in their lives. It is the opposite for the gals. They love Valentine's Day. You might be surprised to learn that we sell more Valentine Gifts to women for guys than to men. So never fear guys, Arttowngifts.com has come to your rescue with some great ideas to keep you in your gal's good graces.

You can not go wrong with a Personalized Valentine's Day Gift. First it says that you gave some thought to your gift selection and that you ordered it early enough to get it engraved. Here at Arttowngifts.com we have you covered with Free Engraving on everything in our Personalized Gift Store.

Your new girl friend or even your wife is sure to love our Tiffany Styled Silver Plated Engraved Key Chain. Women like to feel pampered and elegant. Every time they use this key chain they will remember that you gave it to them.

Rugged and distressed jewelry is all the rage now particularly with young women. Girl friends and daughters will love our Personalized Distressed Pendant or our Silver Initial Charm Pendant. Both of these custom necklaces are handcrafted by one of our best jewelry designers. Be sure to order early to get your gift by Valentine's Day.

For a more sophisticated look consider our Romantic Victorian Style Silver Initial Locket or our Personalized Round Pendant Necklace with a velvet cord chain. You can include a photo in the Locket. Take this Valentine Gift idea over the top with a Personalized Silver Heart Box as a gift box for your purchase.

Here is another cute idea for a Valentine Gift with a feminine touch: Personalized Koozies in Pink! What a perfect Valentine Gift idea for a colleague! Business associates and career women will also enjoy our Personalized Silver Plated Business Card Holder. Mom, any wine lover or a frequent hostess is sure to appreciate our Wine Accessory Gift Set which includes a cork screw and wine bottle stopper in a cherry wood box with a personalized plate.

This is just a few of the great gift ideas for Valentine's Day that you will find at Arttowngifts.com.

Time to Order Valentine's Day Gifts

2008-01-10T12:27:00.000-08:00

Have you started thinking about Valentine's Day yet? You would be wise to put Ordering Valentine Gifts to the top of the list. Many of the retailers are reporting that they are reducing their inventory this year because of concerns regarding the economy. This means that we will be experiencing shortages on the more popular items such as our Gold Roses and our Handcrafted Artisan Jewelry.

Our Silver Dipped Roses are already in short supply and I am sure that Red Trimmed Roses will go fast. Fortunately have a good inventory of 24 K Gold Dipped Roses our most popular preserved rose. Most people think there is an unlimited supply of these Forever Roses but that is just not the case. These unique roses are very time consuming to create. They require a lot of labor to complete. Most of the Everlasting Roses are created by small family owned cottage businesses with small staffs so supplies are always subject to limitations.

The reason for ordering handcrafted jewelry early should be obvious. The artists only have so much time available to make each piece. As the Valentine holiday gets closer they get totally swamped with orders for heart jewelry such as this Personalized Heart Locket or the
Love Sterling Silver Necklace. If you want something handcrafted or engraved, it pays to order early. Then you not only get the gift you want, you can save on expedited shipping costs.

What ever you decide you want to send your Valentine, you are sure to find it here at Arttowngifts.com. Select from a traditional Valentine Gift Basket with a Bear, Spa Gift Basket or a more Romantic Couple's Gift Basket. Don't forget the old stand by -- Valentine Candy or Valentine Balloons. We have something for everyone on your Valentine's Day Gift List.

Time to Make that Corporate Christmas Gift List

2007-11-01T13:36:00.000-07:00

It is that time of year again to start thinking about making your Christmas Gift List. If you are like me, every year you promise yourself that you will start Christmas Shopping early and then before you know it you are enjoying Thanksgiving Dinner. Our goal at the Arttowngifts website for unique gift ideas is to make your Christmas Gift shopping easy. I normally think about and divide my Christmas Gift List into two mini lists: Personal and Business.

So with that thought in mind we will share some ideas for neat Christmas gifts ideas that will more than delight your clients, corporate associates and employees without breaking your budget. First, for those Corporate Gifts and Client Appreciation Gifts, we have two great ideas: Christmas Gift Baskets and Personalized Corporate Gifts.

The main difference between the two is that Holiday Gift Baskets can be easily shared and often create good will throughout the company while a Personalized Key Chain is just for one person. So if you need that staff at your best client on your side, opt for a Gourmet Basket. If you can afford it, send the staff a Gift Basket and the main buyer a personalized gift. In some cases their corporate gift receiving policies might actually make a Gift Basket a better choice.

The first easy idea is to send an affordable Client Appreciation Christmas Gift Basket. This Bountiful Gift Basket is our most popular Corporate Gift Basket. And to make it easy and more than affordable, this Basket Food Gift comes in 6 different sizes. There are numerous traditional Corporate Christmas Gift Baskets available in various sizes and styles. My favorite is the Season's Greetings Gift Basket which is also available in three sizes. Another favorite Christmas basket gift is the Holiday Celebration Gift Basket also available in three sizes.

Stay tuned for Personalized Gift suggestions for clients and employees in my next post. Then I will close the deal with Christmas and Holiday Gift ideas for your friends and family. Just remember the trick is to order early and save on those last minute shipping costs. Most websites will take your order now and delay shipping if you just make that request. Talk to you soon!

Home Shopping Parties - Its Better to Shop Online

2007-10-13T21:24:00.000-07:00

A bunch of invitations have been arriving for home shopping parties recently. I have been to two candle parties, a chef party and a jewelry party all in the last month. While I enjoy visiting with friends and learning about new products, I find it difficult to actually shop at the parties. I like the featured products, but I just feel too rushed to make a decision. Many of the items are not on display. The only way to see the selections is in a catalog hurriedly passed
around. Who is going to take the time to read the descriptions when they could be talking with
friends or enjoying the refreshments?

At the last candle party, I actually placed an order. Have you completed a multiple part form on your lap? It was a mess. And then the order did not come to me, it was delivered to the hostess. This meant that I will felt obligated to take my time to go pick up my candles.

I personally think internet shopping is far superior. And now with pod casting even product demonstrations can be done effectively online. When I shop online, I can order in my leisure. I can take my time to think about what I want and I can look at the photos and descriptions over and over again if I want. If you are like me and prefer shopping from the convenience of your home, check out our Arttowngifts website for great holiday gift ideas.

We have lots of unique gift suggestions including handcrafted candle holders. Our candle holders are true one-of-a-kind of originals created by United States artisans. Here you will find the traditional set of three candle holders and set of two candle holders for the tabletop or mantle. Then we offer some really unusual candelabras sculptured and made from rocks. Our artistic wall sconces add a unique decorator touch. Check out this beach rock wall sconce. Imagine the ambience this fixture will create in your house.

Do you need a table to display your new candle holders and home accents? You are sure to love our free style console table which appears to stand in air. Or if you want other functional home accents, consider one of our eye catching wine holders. We also have handcrafted glass and rock table vases. For book cases, you are sure to love our combination wine holder and book end.

If you are in the mood for enjoying the pampering often associated with candles and aromatherapy, order one of our spa gift baskets. Check out my favorite bath and spa gift basket. This is our most popular aromatherapy spa gift. So go to the home shopping parties for fun and come to Arttowngifts.com to shop.

Birthday Gift Ideas - Now Selecting is Easy!

2007-09-12T19:47:00.000-07:00

I used to dread the birthdays of my friends and family. Not because I didn't want to celebrate with them but because I would agonize over what to gift to purchase. Since joining the team here at Arttowngifts I looked forward to birthdays and other gift giving occasions. I can find a gift for every for every occasion and recipient. Just check out a few of these unique Birthday Gift Ideas.

Consider giving a Personalized Gift such as a Personalized 8 ounce Leather Flask or a Stainless Steel Folding Money Clip for guys. Check out our selection of Personalized Cuff links for men of all ages.

Women of all ages will enjoy a Personalized Round Brushed Compact or a Sterling Silver Bracelet with a Personalized Charm. If you think they might like a necklace, the personalized Stainless Necklace with a Round Pendant will make a great choice. Teenagers and younger girls love our Personalized Leather Bracelet that comes in black, red or pink leather.

For a wine drinker's birthday customize our stunning Wine Box or send a Personalized Wine Accessory Gift Set. Or send one of our outstanding Wine Gift Baskets such as our Trio of Premium Wines & Gourmet Foods called The Vintner or a Classic Basket filled with Fresh Fruit, Gourmet Food, and Wine or Champagne.

Finally we offer the old stand by of Balloon Bouquets which includes a variety of selections such as our traditional Half Dozen Mylar Birthday Balloons or even the dreaded Over the Hill Birthday Balloons and a Teddy Bear. Our extensive Gift Basket line includes Birthday Baskets of all sorts including a Surprise Birthday Party in a Box.

So don't dread Birthdays any more. We've got you covered. All of the gifts listed above and most of those on our site are more than affordable. Our goal is to make gift shopping easy for you while providing recipients with outstanding gift selections. Tell us what your favorite birthday gifts have been in the past or if you have suggestions for items you would like us to offer.

Gift Baskets - Something for Everyone!

2007-08-09T19:08:00.000-07:00

Are you stumped for a gift idea? You can't go wrong with a Gift Basket. The name is actually a misnomer. These gift collections actually come in a variety of containers including baskets, wooden boxes, picnic baskets, planters, garden caddies, hats and even bird houses. Think of a theme and there is a gift basket for the occasion.

Do you have a sick friend? Send them a Get Well Gift Basket complete with a doctors case, band aid treats and more. Here are some examples of ways to send wishes for a speedy recovery, Get Well Wish Doctors Kit and Rx for Smiles Gift Box.

What about that new arrival baby gift? These new Baby Baskets include everything a new mom could need. Here is the ideal baby shower gift, Baby Layette Set Gift Tower. Or maybe you want to send something over the top to start the new baby nursery off right with a Baby Bountiful Gift Basket. And for bath time, Bath Time for Baby Gift Basket. Most of these baskets come in a variety of sizes to meet every price range.

Want to send someone on a picnic? Send them the Ultimate Picnic Delight Basket which contains over 20 items to insure a great picnic experience. Encourage some family time with Movie Night Gift Treats which contains an all-star cast of favorite theater goodies. Need to welcome someone to their new home, try the Home Sweet Home Collection. Stayed tuned for more unique gift ideas. This is just the beginning.

Gold Roses Better Than Fresh Flowers

2007-07-15T17:28:00.000-07:00

Now we are offering a unique gift alternative to fresh flowers. I have always been reluctant to give or send fresh flowers when I need to send a gift to my mom, grandmother or friend. I felt that it was sort of a waste of money since the flowers only lasted a few days and for the price I wanted more. Well we have found the perfect solution... Gold Roses - real roses dipped in 24 karat gold. We searched across the United States to find a company that makes this high quality gift. And we hit jackpot!

Now we are offering a complete selection of Gold Roses. The solid gold rose selection comes in three varieties, a single Gold Dipped Rose, a single Platinum Dipped Rose, and a single Silver Dipped Rose. The silver and platinum rose offering is perfect for weddings and anniversaries. There are also groupings to create bouquets including the traditional Dozen Gold Roses and Half Dozen Gold Roses selections.

If you like colors better, we also offer original colored roses dipped in lacquer and trimmed in gold so that the natural colors show through. The rose stem and leaves are dipped in gold to make a stunning display. The lacquer and gold trimmed collection includes an extensive selection of colors including red gold trimmed rose, 24 carat pink gold tipped rose and 24kt burgundy gold dipped rose. We also offer a two toned styles such as this light blue two toned gold plated rose.

So the next time you think about sending flowers, remember there is a better alternative. Gold roses are ideal for Mother's Day, Valentine's Day and Birthdays. I even send them for Get Well Gifts and Anniversary Gifts. One customer gave a gold dipped rose to each of her wedding attendants. Stay tuned for even more unique gift ideas to make gift shopping easy.

Same Day Gift Delivery Now Available

2007-07-01T18:16:00.000-07:00

If you are like me you sometimes wait to the last minute to take care of ordering a gift for an important occasion. This can be a difficult dilemma if the recipient lives out of town. Now Arttowngifts.com has a great solution for these situations. We have organized an entire network of florists, design centers, gift shops and more to deliver your last minute gift days immediately on the same day as long as you place your order before 11:30 a m in the recipient's time zone. We call this Last Minute Gifts or Emergency Gifts.

The selection we offer is extensive including Wine Gift Baskets, Fruit Baskets and Balloon Bouquets. Most of the gifts come in different sizes and with different options. For example our Deluxe Wine and Gourmet Basket comes with your choice of 1 bottle of champagne, 1 bottle of white and 1 bottle of red wines, 2 bottles of red wine or 2 bottles of white white. Similar choices are available for our Premium Wine and Gourmet Basket. The Premier Gourmet & Wine Collection includes a selection of three outstanding regional wines and an extensive gourmet collection. If your recipient is a tea totaler, just type us a note when you checkout asking for all gourmet instead.

We have Fruit Baskets in all price ranges including our entry level Sweet Celebration Fresh Fruits and Assorted Gourmet Cheese and the top of the line Champagne Fruit Gourmet-Standard Elegantly filled with Fresh Fruit, Gourmet Foods, and Champagne. There is something for every taste and budget.

For those light hearted parties such as Birthday and Congratulations, Balloon Bouquets are tops. Our favorite is the Mylar Balloons and Teddy which comes in varieties for all occasions. All of the last minute gifts come with a free gift message. So don't despair if you waited to the last minute we've got you covered.

What does Personalized Mean Anyway?

2007-06-20T13:37:00.000-07:00

When we first started searching for new product ideas for our Arttowngifts site, I wanted to add a line of what I thought would be called engravables. But I quickly discovered after performing Google searches that everyone else refers to monogrammed and engraved gifts as "Personalized Gifts." Once I got the terminology down, I sat out to find unique high value items that could be engraved quickly at a reasonable price.

Now that is not as easy as it sounds but I am happy to report that we were lucky enough to find hundreds of great items that met the criteria. For example if you are looking for the perfect Bridesmaid Gift, look no further. Instead, consider our Engraved Heart Shaped Mirror, Personalized Victorian Style Silver Locket or Silver Plated Heart Trinket Box.

If it is a Groomsmen's Gift you need, then we have you covered with a our nifty line of Personalized Tools and Gadgets. For example checkout this Multi-Purpose Tool which is perfect for groomsmen, dads, boy friends, husbands and clients. Actually, I think your girl friend would like to have one for her glove box. Every guys needs a 13 Function Rubber Grip Personalized Army Knife in his pocket. And don't forget the traditional Monogrammed Cufflinks. Here are my favorite cufflinks in our line.

Do you need a Corporate Client Gift idea? Here are some ideas: Leather Money Clip and Card Holder and Black Leather Business Card Case. Remember engraving is free and our turnaround is just a few days. Stay tuned for many more Personalized Gift Ideas.

The Arttowngifts.com Difference

2007-06-15T00:21:00.000-07:00

What makes Arttowngifts.com different is that our offerings are created by Artists and Cottage Industries in quaint art towns through out North America. Here you will find an extensive selection of personalized gifts, an impressive line of gourmet gift baskets, wine gifts, fruit baskets and even balloon bouquets. Our gift ideas include unique items such as gold roses, handcrafted jewelry and much more. We look forward to sharing our unique finds with you.