next door to Java Break, had the answer for my 16-year-old sister. This vintage shop mixes the old and new to help you create a chic, retro style. What caught my eye were the four books of iron-on designs. After picking out a T-shirt for her, I found the emblazoned logo "Mullets Rule." Thank you Ashton Kutcher for making white trash cool again. I resisted the temptation to make myself a Jem T-shirt as well. The sales clerk transferred the logo in about two minutes. After handing over $22, $8 for the decal and $14 for the shirt, I was on my way.
Next was a gift for my 14-year-old sister, who unfortunately has also taken a
This year, my sisters and I have a plan. Dad is going to get the same kind of random gifts he sometimes gives. Last year I received a Frappuccino, a night-light, a crazy straw and a Hot Wheels Racer. No doubt these were all purchased right
page from the Ashton Kutcher style book and wants trucker hats for Christmas. Not sure where to find them, I went to Shark's Surf Shop, 813 Massachusetts St. Although this store is known mostly for its large shoe collection and sporty clothing, it also carries a bunch of trucker hats. There were several designs to choose from and the cost was reasonable, only $15.
For Dad
before Wal-Mart closed on Christmas Eve. I started off at Soap Momma, 735 Massachusetts St., where soaps are made fresh everyday. The store offers a variety of fragrances and carries four or five scents that are specifically created with men in mind. For Dad I selected "Elvis is in the Building" and "St. John's Wood." Soap Momma also carries lingerie, none of which I bought for Dad. The styles it carries are fun and sexy. This would be a good place to shop for your girlfriend.
Next, I went into The Casbah, 803 Massachusetts St., because it is known for its eclectic selection. Here jewelry, items for your home, clothing, purses and odds and ends have a vintage flair.
For my sisters, I found initial keychains for $8 and got one for each of us. For my sister Carrie, I bought a silver bracelet for $24 that can be engraved with her initials. The Casbah also came in handy for some quirky gifts for Dad. A whoopee cushion and a Dinner in Mexico CD got me off to a good start on his present.
For Brothers
I was almost done but I still had to search for a gift for my 7-year-old brother who is hopelessly addicted to his Nintendo. My quest was to find something for him that would peel him away from the TV screen for at least an hour. I was really clueless as to what this could
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