CAWLM’s Top Unique & Local Valentine’s Gift Picks

Valentine’s Day is a time of love and giving. CAWLM never turns down a good box of chocolates, but if you had something more personal and unique in mind, we’ve got you covered with our top picks from creative capital area minds. These imaginative and innovative gifts go way beyond flowers and candy.

Le Chat Gourmet Culinary Arts

Savor a shared experience in a hands-on gourmet cooking class. Scheduled classes for February include Taste of Mexico, Parisian Valentine Dinner and History of Pizza. Or, turn your sampling into an extensive feast and surprise your loved one with tickets for Le Chat’s culinary vacation to Tuscany, scheduled for June. Le Chat is located in Eaton Rapids. Learn more on its Web site.

Bee Inspired

Give inspiration. These brightly designed boxes are filled with inspiring quotes from great leaders throughout history and from all over the world. Each day provides a new nugget to encourage and motivate. They can be found at Silver and Beyond in Lansing, The Silver Rabbit in Williamston or on its Web site.

Junkettes

These handmade brooches designed by Lansingite Linda Appicelli are inspired by pieces from clocks, watches or other gadgets. Custom brooches can be made from jewelry or other items that hold special meaning. Junkettes can be purchased at The Hair Place in Holt or by contacting Appicelli directly at (517) 256-6782 or lkappice@hotmail.com.

Canvas Prints

Precious memories have been captured and collected on your camera over the years. Return to your favorite moments with canvas prints from Capital Imaging in Lansing. These beautiful images are perfect for displaying in your home and can be made from digital photos or prints. Learn more at its Web site.

Tecla Handbags

Artist Tecla Kuhl belives purses are personal. With five collections of different styles, there’s bound to be one to fit any personality. Kuhl’s designs give the classical arts a contemporary twist, and the pretty and intricate designs reflect her 20 years of experience of painting, illustrating children’s books and teaching children’s art classes. Her work can be found on her Web site.