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Local Gift Cards Get Creative

Need a gift idea? Check out these creative ways to give gift cards from your local businesses.

When is a gift card not a gift card? When it’s also a thoughtful gift in an artsy presentation, something that defines the person or occasion.

It’s understandable that we sometimes balk at the appearance of a simple paper certificate or plastic card with defined monetary amount, but with a little imagination, the gift card can become an experience.

gift certificates are available in the restaurant, over–the-phone, and by mail.  How cool would it be to unwrap their PIZZA BOX with the gift certificate inside? Add a personal message regarding why you chose The Big Red Tomato, and Ta-Dah! You have a cool presentation that begs getting into the restaurant for a fabulous meal!

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gift cards are as fun as the dining experience. Choose the denomination and then wrap it in a menu, inside a margarita glass, or let Beanies mail it with their rewards card attached on your behalf.

has traditional gift certificates. Wrap it with an empty sausage tray or onto a catering plate and you have a mouth-watering presentation, sure to please. , as well, would surely be a welcome gift certificate wrapped in a cookie tray or cake box that would beg the question: “What will I choose?!”

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, over 20 years in business, would plead for a seashell or fish souvenir to be paired with a gift certificate. Who wouldn’t think: "Yummy meal while watching the waves."

gift certificates can be purchased both in-store and online. Add a sample-sized bag of popcorn and lure your recipient right into snack-heaven.

gift cards fit neatly into a box designed for wrapping. Store employees will add signature ribbon to the box, no charge, and you instantly have a shopping experience, not just a gift card.

Finally, your Shop Port, Think Local leader, , has nifty gift cards that would wrap nicely with any little grocery item. Thinking of summer? Add an item useful for grilling along with a gift card: instant party! Everyone can use the
gift of something tasty to eat or drink: think Sanfilippo Sentry gift cards.

Time is precious and gift cards save time, both for you and the recipient. Each of you receives the satisfaction of a great reward when the certificate is redeemed,  and the experience can be shared!

Shop Port, Think Local … We’re all here to assist with your gift-giving necessities.

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