Out There

Client: Her dad is super young at heart and loves to travel and see all things new. She'd like the perfect birthday present to celebrate just that.

Gen: He loves the beach and collecting stamps in his passport almost as much. Think I know just the thing. These gift box sets from Wallpaper are amazing. Guide books that dig deeper than the obvious, wrapped up in this gorgeous box. Which cities you ask? Barcelona, L.A., Mumbai, Rio & Sydney. Wonder which one he will hit up first.

Paper Cranes

Client: Her good friend and roommate just completed her masters; and will soon become a life coach as well as a yoga instructor for children with special needs. Facing her own life challenges has made her open and compassionate and most of all kind.

Gen: So I am the look out for something that celebrates her approach to living and wellness . I was so excited when I came across this fine art photograph. A picture of a 1,000 cranes, which in Japan is made and given to someone for good luck, prosperity and most of all healing. A token to be framed and treasured as she sets out on her next big adventure.

Twitter Treat!

Gen: This lovely little treat went to a lucky follower who is one of the nicest people we know. She's vegan and super thoughtful and always crafting or cooking up something new. This little print in her home or office, seemed....well just pretty perfect. (meet her at www.glueandglitter.com)

They Do

Client: Her good friend from high school is getting married to her English sweet heart. She would like to send something meaningful and modern as she won't be making the hike overseas.

Gen: This carafe is both chic and sleek; you can use it for water or more celebratory with wine. Why I love it so much is because of the meaning in its design. It is a modern take on the Greek vessel and symbolizes both the union and the circle of life. Perfect for the newly I do'd.

6-0!

Client: Her best friend from college is turning the big six O. She is having 2 bashes to celebrate, one with her closest friends and a larger less private affair. She runs 7 miles a day, doesn't look a day over 40ish and speaks a bajillion languages. Her passions (among the many) are the earth, travel and trinkets found along the way.

Gen: Oh how fun! A super educated, flower child if you will. I think I know just the treats. A "green" bag will be filled with all things unordinary. A Moroccan hurricane lamp for nights in her garden she loves, a handmade eco journal that she can jot all her adventures in, a classic but modern pen to do so, and finally these pillow cases from England that say it all.

It's a Date

Client: Her cousin AKA her best friend is celebrating her 3-0 and being newly engaged. She cannot make her big birthday bash in Chicago; so she would like to send a special something. If it could be somewhat centered around her wedding, that would be great too.

Gen: Her bday bash is at a happening bar in Chi-town? On the phone I went with the owner and the surprise champagne toast was arranged. Complete with message and a bottle of her favorite. Left just a bit in the budget for a custom silhouette illustration of the lucky couple. Complete in wedding colors with the big date. (that's not the actual pic)

Twitter Treat!

Gen: For the month of February it was all about the love! And so was this month's twitter treat from our friends at www.risecollective.us. Super soft 100% cotton hand-screened shirt in environmentally friendly ink.