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Innovative
ways of gifting
I t is amazing how much thought someone will
put into picking out the perfect present, yet
uses very little imagination on how to give it. In many
ways, the presentation of a gift is just as important
as the item itself. Imagine buying someone a gold ring
and leaving it on the kitchen counter with a note that
says, "Thought you might like this." Or contrast
that with the gift of a ring hidden inside a rosebud
that will "magically" appear as rose blossoms
in sunlight.
The next time you are giving a gift, consider presenting
it in a creative or meaningful way. Try these out for
a change:
Tie a string all through the house, beginning at the
location where the gift is hidden. You can also attach
small gifts all along the string as a teaser for the
big present at the end. Try this and see the smile come
on your loved one's face!
Another way in which you could give presents is by
having him/her find them. Write about seven or so clues,
which lead from one written clue to the next, until
the final clue leads to the hidden gift.
If you want to go all out on the "treasure hunt" theme,
you can give a tape in the "Mission Impossible" style
with instructions or clues on how to locate the missing
gift.
So, there are dozens and dozens of ways in which you
can transform the presentation of even an ordinary gift
into a truly romantic or memorable occasion. Just a
little bit of "thinking" can do the magic and
you will realise how easy it is to charm a person!
How
to buy antique dolls
Acquaint yourself with all the facets of dolls and
doll making: porcelain, china, composition, cloth,
vinyl, plastic and papier-mâché are terms you should
know and understand.
Decide which dolls really interest you - what kind
of doll? Which period? Which particular maker?
Familiarize yourself with how collectors value dolls.
Prices vary based on area, originality and popularity,
but certain things - condition, visibility of maker's
mark - are pretty standard. There are many books and
magazines, which can help you understand these criteria.
Consider the financial side of collecting. Doll
collecting is an established hobby - for some it's
a vocation. You'll find hobby groups, national associations
and magazines devoted to the subject. 5. Doll prices
can be pretty high. So carefully make your choice
keeping future value in mind.
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