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Ideas for Mother's Day and beyond
Ever struggled to find the perfect present? Not this time!
With Carolina Woman’s handpicked finds, you'll put a sparkle in their eyes for Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduations, weddings and just because. While you're in the giving mood, toss in a little something for the youngsters and yourself, too.
ADVENTURERS
The Lookstand – With three adjustable heights, 360-degree rotation, 120-degree viewing angle and the convenience of a tripod/selfie stick, this sturdy smartphone stand attaches to the back of your device and expands as you need it. $45 Hellolookshop.com
Across the Board's Baseball Game – Hit a home run with this easy-to-learn, handcrafted game, which provides hours of fun for rookies and major league players alike. $65 acrosstheboardgame.com
BABIES
Bunnies by the Bay Camp Cricket Wee Bruce Baby Gift Set –This memorable presentation includes Woodland friend Wee Bruce the Moose, Camp Cricket book, organic cotton baby Zippered Bunsie and matching Bunny Ear Cap. $85 Bunniesbythebay.com
Goki wooden toys – Rain stick lets 'em hear gentle patterns; Farm IV lift-out puzzle has extra-large knobs to piece together barnyard animals; Vehicles with horns go zoom-zoom-zoom; and the safety-tested Soother chain heart can be clipped to baby's clothes so pacifier doesn't get lost. $8-$22 kinderplayroom.com
BARISTAS
L'Arbre A Cafe Coffee Mill from Crisbi – A statement addition for the true java lover, the manual grinder's 11 settings allow you to experiment and find the brewing conditions for an artisan experience. $170 Cribsi.com
BEACH BUMS
Build Your Dream Swimset – Calypsa allows you to customize your swimwear with separates in a wide variety of styles and sizes that aim to make you feel confident and comfortable. $76 Calypsa.com
Infamous Swim – The Australian label creates matching activewear, loungewear and swimwear, including the Candice one-piece Black on Black, for every stage of a woman's life and up to size 3XL. $138 Infamousswim.com
CREATIVES
Aruba Indoor Outdoor Area Rug – Add a pop of color to the patio this summer with Rugs.com's bright and durable floor covering. $122 Rugs.com
DIVAS
PLANTMADE Wash + Grow Bundle – Made up of five Hair Growth and Wash Day products, this kit gives you tools to launch your locks. $197 Weareplantmade.com
FOODIES
The Founder's 3-Piece Set – As beautiful as it is functional, this collection includes the first three cast iron skillets with which Smithey was founded: No. 8 Chef, No. 10 Traditional and No. 12 Traditional. $399 Smithey.com
Raw Manuka Honey – The New Zealand Honey Co. harnesses the power of nature to bring consumers delicious honey that's authentic, certified and healthy. $11-$299 Newzealandhoneyco.com
FREE SPIRITS
The Breathwork Companion by Artisan Books – This practical, accessible guide delivers a complete program of exercises, inspiring true stories and prompts to give readers the skills they need to build and maintain a healing practice. $20 Hachettebookgroup.com
GARDENERS
Bridgeview Tall Planter – This sophisticated black container by Step2 brings contemporary flair to indoor or outdoor landscaping. $70 Step2.com
GREENIES
Bamboozle Home's Compost Bin – The award winner stylishly stores organic scraps before they're transferred to an outdoor compost pile or collection site. $40 Bamboozlehome.com
HEALTH HOUNDS
Enlighten Candles' Grapefruit Mangosteen – Perfect for summer, this fruity candle is made with pure soy wax, lead-free cotton wicks and absolutely no dyes or additives for a clean, eco-friendly burn. $28 Enlightencandles.com
Joe-Le Soap's Ultra Glow Body Butter – A whipped moisturizer for hydration and shine, formulated to repair dry and undernourished skin. $13 Joe-lesoap.com
Welly Daily Hydration Body Lotion – A luxuriously lightweight, non-greasy and fast-absorbing moisturizer that helps soothe skin with hyaluronic acid and coconut oil. $18 Getwelly.com
HOMEBODIES
"Red Carpet Oscars" – A dazzling coffee-table book that showcases more than 90 years of fashion at the Academy Awards. $70 Thamesandhudsonusa.com
"Vermeer" – The official companion book to the once-in-a-lifetime blockbuster exhibition of the Dutch master's paintings. $65 Thamesandhudsonusa.com
KIDS
"Today Is a Me Day" – A young girl unapologetically decides to focus all her energy on the things that make her the happiest. $19 Powkidsbooks.com
"Firefly Summer" by Morgan Matson – The Penderwicks meet The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street in New York Times bestselling author Morgan Matson's middle grade debut about a young girl who gets to know her mom's side of the family and hunts for hidden treasure during a chaotic summer. $19 Simonandschuster.com
"In Every Life" – A simple and profound meditation on the many wonders of life from two-time Caldecott Honor recipient Marla Frazee. $19 Simonandschuster.com
"One True Wish" – A dash of fairy magic brightens this heartfelt and bittersweet middle grade novel about three friends confronting their deepest wishes from New York Times bestselling author Lauren Kate. $18 Simonandschuster.com
"If I See You Again Tomorrow" – From the author of "The Sky Blues" and "Blaine for the Win," Robbie Couch, comes a speculative young adult romance about a teen stuck in a time loop that's endlessly monotonous until he meets the boy of his dreams. $20 Simonandschuster.com
NEW MOMS
Baby Wrap Carrier – Keababies keeps you close using stretchy yet sturdy fabric so that your little one's weight will not strain your back and shoulders after long periods of use. $30 Keababies.com
Pod Diaper Bag Changing Station & Travel Cot – This lightweight, au courant and easy-to-use bag from Gladly Family allows you to bring everything you need wherever you go - plus there's space for baby to get changed safely or take a snooze. $79 Gladlyfamily.com
"Raising Baby by the Stars" – Journalist and astrologer Maressa Brown offers a comprehensive and approachable guide to raising infants and toddlers with help from the stars. $20 Hachettebookgroup.com
POOCH PARENTS
Aquapaw – Stay in control of your pet and the flow of water during bath time with this sprayer-scrubber that connects to a shower or garden hose and can be turned on and off by simply making a fist. $25 Aquapaw.com
FurZapper Glove – This non-toxic, non-allergenic silicone glove can be used to groom excess fur off a pet or to clean fur off furniture, rugs and more. $13 Furzapper.com
ROAD WARRIORS
Hotlogic – This portable, self-heating lunch box allows you to cook or warm up your food and keep it at the right temperature until you're ready to eat with no need for a microwave. $50 Hotlogic.com
ROMANTICS
Head Lady Freshwater Pearl Stud Earrings – These white beaded beauties from Cheyanne Symone are a reimagining of classic freshwater pearl studs, designed in honor of the Head Lady in many indigenous pow-wows. $118 Cheyannesymone.com
STAYCATIONERS
Mongolian Faux Fur Inflatable Chair from Air Candy – Relax on a fun, cozy cloud of soft, ivory-colored fur in a lightweight chair that's simple to inflate. $70 Poolcandy.net
TECHIES
PhoneSoap Go – This clever device, which comes in a sleek travel case, simultaneously charges and disinfects your phone with its UV-C light. $150 Phonesoap.com
SideTrak Swivel 14" – The game-changing portable monitor with a patented 360-degree swivel design doubles your screen space. $370 Sidetrak.com
TODDLERS
Ecokins – These adorable plush animals are so soft and cuddly you wouldn't believe they're made of recycled water bottles, but they are – and certified by Global Recycled Standard. $22 Wildrepublic.com
Gund's Snffles – For more than 40 years, the classic teddy bear's crescent moon design has allowed the fella to look into his friends' eyes with every hug. $25. Gund.com
TRAILBLAZERS
Backyard Discovery's Norwood Cedar Carport/Gazebo/Pavilion – This expansive (20X12) cedar structure can be used as an alternative to a garage to protect vehicles, boats, trailers and more from the damaging elements or it can be used as a relaxing getaway as you enjoy an alfresco dinner under the shade of the heat-reducing roof with friends and family. $3,999 Backyarddiscovery.com