catching fireflies fun and unique gifts

family recipes to keep forever

One of the gift projects I worked on this past Christmas on behalf of my lovely mother-in-law was putting together a custom collection of recipes.

She wrangled up all the info & I took care of the rest.  The result... a very popular book among all our aunts, uncles & cousins.

Want to pass on your family favorites?  We'd be happy to make the custom covers for your famous treats. 

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Get Married Magazine Feature -Winter 2010

 

Get Married Magazine- shopping & trend guide for the savvy bride

Save the Date - custom wedding date print created from old cash register keys. $49.95

East Coast Wedding Feature

Mother's Day

I came across this nifty idea..over at Catching Fireflies... My Mother loves a good glass of wine and entertains often at her home... When I came across these wine glass top appetizer plates..I added it to the "possible gift" list.

Thanks Nicole for spreading the word about our very popular appetizer plates!

words of wisdom for your wall

Just in... loads of quotes that inspire, make you smile or even reflect on what this life is truly about.  With so many styles to choose from, our staff had trouble picking just one favorite.

 

These signs start out as small as 3x4 inches and come as large as 15x20.  And since they're 1 3/4" thick, the smaller ones can also easily sit on a mantel or bookcase. 

Prices start at $7.95 and select smaller styles are available online and the rest of them are waiting for you to see in person at our Rochester & Berkley locations.

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Detroit News Feature 4.9.10

Bird decor chirps up any home

Judith Harris Solomon

(excerpt)

Tweet! Tweet! These are words we seem to be hearing over and over these days. But in our case, we're not talking about "tweet" as in Twitter. Instead, we're focusing on all the terrific bird-oriented items out there that are, hopefully, harbingers of spring.

Wouldn't these colorful, 3-inch-high ceramic salt and pepper shakers look delightful on your breakfast table? Find them at Catching Fireflies in both Berkley and Rochester.  Magnetic Love Birds $13.95

wedding wishes like no other

Recently our Rochester team member, Bess celebrated the marriage of her son.  For the rehearsal dinner, she took a package of Flying Wish Paper and put together these wonderful little packages for all the guests...

The wedding party loved the idea and had a great time sending their wishes for the new couple up to the heavens.

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rare bird finds feature

I absolutely adore this charming, whimsical little birdie clock.  The bird on top ticks back and forth, and the birdie on the bottom flies as the clock's pendulum.  $57.95 at Catching Fireflies  During this fine month of September, you can save an extra 15% (coupon code: ARTIST) on any of the clocks by this designer - yay!

Thank you birdies for whistling about our tweet deal:)

'Damn I Like That' Feature

 

Hali Felice of Damn I Like That Blog thinks our magnetic lovebirds salt & pepper shakers are super sweet. $13.95

"Spring is in the air.  As is love!  Love finds its way into many people’s hearts this time of year.  Some may even notice the love birds soaring all around.  Capture this passionate love with these Lovebirds Salt and Pepper Shakers. They are adorable enough to display in your home or even to use!  Cuddle up to them as they dispense both your salt and your pepper with the greatest of care (and love, of course)."

Thanks Hali for spreading the love!

look what made the O list

 

Looks like Oprah likes to serve up her salad with our whimsical bamboo salad servers $16.95

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victoria with roses feature

Terramundi Pots 2.10.09

Wedding Gift Idea: I just recently read about Terramundi Wedding Pots. Once the first coin is dropped into your money pot, you must continue feeding it until it's full. At that time, you smash the pot while making a wish. Included with your pot is a special slip of paper, on which you'll record your wish and the date and then drop into the pot along with your first coin. What a great way to save up for that expensive honeymoon you never got to take! I love the idea of arranging a date night every Friday with champagne, chocolate, and an old movie. Agree that each of you saves $15 in spare cash every week and puts it in the jar every date night. At the end of five years you'll have saved $7800!

Thank you Victoria for sharing these wonderful wedding gift ideas.