In the “Throws” of Love
The touch of these throws and scarves by Elvang of Denmark is nothing short of ethereal. Made sustainably with amazingly soft and cozy 100% baby alpaca wool, they’re perfect for those in who gravitate to a cuddly Valentine. Fair trade certified at the highest possible level. $135 to $375, at Gray House Art & Antiques, 38 Union St., Manchester | grayhouseantiques.com
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The Guarantee Gift: My Love Bouquet
The “My Love” bouquet at Chapman’s leans on classic roses for its Valentine’s arrangement, but does it with fresh, surprising colors. Don’t be one of those who don’t plan ahead, but if that’s the case, Chapman’s Colleen Malik has you covered. Choose from three My Love options, $75 to $125, at Chapman’s Greenhouse, 58 Hart St., Beverly | (978) 927-0153
Among the Flowers
Powerful botanical ingredients like arnica-infused oil, lavender essential oil, patchouli, laurel leaf and frankincense are great to massage into the skin and the fragrance offers a heady, meditative scent. This rich blend, “Sana” from Among the Flowers comes in three sizes—2oz ($22), 4oz ($40) or 8oz ($64)—and at Found Design Studio, 67 Main St., Essex | (978) 890-7180 and shopatfound.com
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Sweet, Sweet, Sweet!
You’re always safe gifting sweets for your Valentine. And around Cape Ann, there are great options, including Tuck’s Candy Factory in Rockport, which has been making candy since 1929. This year, there’s all manner of Valentine’s Day selections, including hand-dipped chocolate strawberries and heart filled dark chocolates. A bonus? Head to Rockport on Saturday, Feb. 10 when downtown Rockport will be open for “Fishin’ For Love” where stores will be offering “sweet deals!” Tuck’s Candy Factory, 7 Dock Sq., Rockport | (978) 546-2840
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Delicate and Pretty … in Diamonds
This delicate 14K Larimar pendant and chain set designed with a scattered pendant featuring aquamarine, blue topaz, larimar and diamonds. Pendant includes 18-inch cable chain, also in 14K gold. $795, at Blue River Diamonds, 189 Main St., Gloucester | 978-865-3872 or blueriverdiamonds.com
Valentine’s Day is coming right up.This year, February 14th comes on a Wednesday, so romantic planning may require some skipping around.Maybe have flowers delivered that day, with a weekend-adjacent night out the next day?Or expand gifting into a couple of gestural gifts.And then, there’s the strategy of one, big whammy smack of a gift that skews “extra” (yes, we’re talking jewelry).And as usual, these things are only available from retailers close by.All local, all good.
