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Mother's Day offers the opportunity to celebrate the women in your lives that nourish, champion, sustain, and support you. Be it your mother, grandmother, a mentor you think of as a surrogate mother, or the sister you want to recognize for her fantastic mothering abilities, there's bound to be a woman in your life that would appreciate the profession of your love and gratitude. Mother's Day may also be your day, and your family may need help thinking of special ways to thank you. Here's a collection of Sonoma County local, unique ideas to inspire celebrating moms - use it for your own shopping list or print it out and leave it where a loved one might catch a hint of what you are hoping for!
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Chocolates
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Order by May 5, 2010
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Thoughtful Treasure
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May 1, 2010
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Flowers
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Order by April 30th and get 10% off. Please order by Wednesday May 5 if possible.
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Princess Cake
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Brunch offered May 7-9; $20 6” princess cake offer good on orders picked up on May 8-9
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Brunch and Buffet
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Call for reservations soon at 939-2410
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Spa Experience
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Print an instant gift certificates just in time at osmosis.com.
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Evening Out
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May 7, 2010
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Family Portrait
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Personalized Gift Certificate
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Homespun
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Instructions featured on www.curbly.com
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1.) Chocolates by Socola Chocolatier
Socola Chocolates are the creative work of two sisters who are graduates of Santa Rosa's Maria Carillo High School. Starting off with truffle sales at the Santa Rosa's Farmer's Markets, these girls are now one of the hottest chocolatier boutiques.
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The Feathered Nest in Novato, invites you to the third “Barn Sale” on May 1, 2010. “Part flea market, part craft show and all fun” - and just in time for Mother's Day gift shopping - this event offers families a fun day of treasure hunting and experiencing the fantastic work of local artisans.
Featured artists include Christy Silacci, Juliet Kelly, and Anna Corba - who have all been featured in Somerset Studios. Michelle McCauley, owner of Summer Cottage Antiques in Petaluma, was featured in Country Living magazine and voted the best antique store in Petaluma for 3 years. More details here.
3.) Flowers from Dragonfly Floral Healdsburg
Nothing says I love you like flowers.
Order flowers from Dragonfly Floral Healdsburg and take her breath away with fresh, unconventional flower arrangements. Crafted with love and care by a mother-daughter team on an organic flower farm, Dragonfly Floral's arrangements are the perfect gift for mom!
Call 707.433.3739 to place your order or use Dragonfly's online order form. Orders placed before April 30th will be given a 10% discount. Please place your Mother's Day orders by May 5, 2010.
4.) Princess Cake by Costeaux French Bakery
Show mom she's your princess with a personalized Princess Cake from Costeaux French Bakery. This decadent dessert has "three layers of white chiffon cake filled with Bavarian custard, raspberry conserve, and whipped cream enrobed in marzipan", and can be inscribed with a message of love for mom. Costeaux presents the 6" Princess Cake for $20 (when ordered for a May 8 or 9 pick up).
Costeaux offers many other sweet treats for your beloved lady. See this list for additional sweet gift ideas for mama from Costeaux's selection. Or bring your mom into the Bakery Cafe for brunch on the 7th, 8th, or 9th. If mom lives out of town, talk with the Bakery Counter staff about sending her a Costeaux packet of goodies.
Sonoma Mission Inn offers a world-class brunch experience for moms and families. "Join us for an elegant Mother's Day Buffet in Santé, the Inn's premier dining room and recipient of the prestigious Michelin Star and AAA Four Diamond Award." (via Sonoma Mission Inn site). The buffet is offered on Sunday, May 9, 2010, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, with live entertainment by Harpist Laura Simpson.
6.) Spa Experience at Osmosis
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Give her a relaxing retreat...
Looking for a way to help mom rest and rejuvenate? Look no further - find Osmosis: "A Healing Sanctuary in Sonoma County's Coastal Hills." Osmosis, the only day spa in the U.S. that offers the Cedar Enzyme Bath, offers this unique heat treatment as well as massage and facials. Inspired by a life changing stay in Japan twenty-five years ago, local Sonoma County father Michael Stusser created Osmosis with a vision of healing, beauty, and inner peace. Osmosis also operates in respect to nature as a member of the green spa network. Read more here or call 707.823-8231 for your reservation today!
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Screening and Soiree Benefit
7.) Evening Out -“Babies” Screening and Soiree Benefit
The California Parenting Institute and Better Beginnings invite you to treat mom to a special Mother's Day weekend event.
Come to the Rialto Movie Theater to be one of the first to view the new, endearing "Babies" movie and experience a lovely reception including wine and appetizers.
Attending moms will also receive special gifts. Read more here.
8.) Family Portrait by Kate Nagle Photography
Kate captures moms beautifully!
Give mom the gift of good memories.... a perfect gift for grandma too! Just look at the endearing extended family (photo shoot at the beginning of this article) featuring dear Grandma in the middle. Arrange for a custom family portrait gift certificate with the talented local photographer Kate Nagle. Kate's ability to capture the bond between family members in a relaxed and authentic moment will create a priceless gift for the lady in your life. Visit Kate's on-line gallery for fantastic photo inspiration and to arrange your family's photo shoot.
9.) Gift Certificate to Cast Away Yarn Shop
Show mom you support her creative pursuits with a gift certificate to Cast Away Yarn Shop. She'll appreciate this personalized gift, and with a wealth of craft supplies, artisan gifts, and classes to choose from she's sure to come home with a smile!
Cast Away's featured local artist Isla Corbett's modern felt designs offer one tempting gift for mom. From swinging clutch purses to lovely hair clips, mom will find beautiful felt accessories to remind her of your love all year long!
10.) Homespun Accessory - Apron Thrift Girl's Five Minute Felt Brooch
Made by you in minutes - lovely!
Take a minute to show her you care by crafting a homemade gift. Your homespun gift is thoughtful, creative, and thrifty. Selena Cate (Apron Thrift Girl) offers a wonderful idea for making a felt brooch in just five minutes. Follow her tutorial offered at www.curbly.com and delight mom with a one of a kind creation.
Happy Mother's Day 2010 to all!
Comments
What a great artical! So many ideas - I just might have to use them all for the wonderful women in life that have inspired and shaped me into the person I am today! Thank you!!!
Osmosis just published their mother's day offering:
"Moms are so great at taking care of everyone else that sometimes they forget to care for themselves. This month help her enjoy our "Nurturing the Goddess" Facial. In addition to cleansing, toning and moisturizing, this facial gives special attention to the delicate hands, eyes, and decollete. We use Bodhichitta Botanicals "Nurturing the Goddess" products made with essential oils of lavender, clary sage, rose geranium and ladies' mantle flower.
The "Nurturing the Goddess" Facial is 75 minutes and includes special take-home sample of Bodhichitta Botanicals lotion. Only $140"
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