| Books1. If mom is a collector, whatever her | | | | prices. Fill one up with her favourite candies, |
| passion - depression glass, blue and white pottery, | | | | chocolates or flowers, wrap it in tissue paper, tie |
| silver, paperweights, or furniture of any period - | | | | it with a bow. Mom is certain to appreciate this |
| there is a book to arm her on her next antiquing | | | | one-of-a-kind present. Prices starting at $4.4. |
| adventure. Look for pocket guides to slip in | | | | Wrap It UpVintage napkins, tea towels, crocheted |
| handbags during shopping excursions or more | | | | doilies can take the place of wrapping paper for |
| complete reference books for curling up by the | | | | small gifts. Secured with a pretty ribbon, it's sure |
| fire. Prices start at $9.95.2. Write OnGive mom a | | | | to delight mom. Prices starting at $3.5. Hook |
| chance to sign her name with flair with a gift of | | | | ItMom will love a handbag caddy designed to keep |
| an exquisite writing set. Direct from Italy is the | | | | her handbags off the floor. It's a new and |
| Francesco Rubinato collection of old world writing | | | | improved version of a style from days gone by. |
| instruments. This distinctive collection of fine | | | | And it keeps pickpockets at bay, so mom can |
| writing instruments and accessories includes | | | | enjoy a stress-free meal. Price is $34.50.Martin |
| quill-tipped pens, glass pens, wax seals and | | | | Swinton owns Take-A-Boo Emporium, an antique |
| exquisite desk sets; all attractively boxed for gift | | | | shop located in Toronto, Canada. He does |
| giving. Sure to make mom smile every time she | | | | furniture restoration, caning and rushing repairs, |
| writes a note.3. Homemade GiftsAntique stores | | | | custom reproductions, upholstery, teaches |
| are treasure troves of small dishes, teacups and | | | | courses on antiques and does appraisals for |
| plates in glass, ceramic or silver. All at affordable | | | | estates and community events. |