Each spring, we celebrate the return of backyard barbeque’s, the blossoming of hydrangea’s, and the accomplishments of the thousands upon thousands of spankin-new grads. We all know it’s not exactly smooth sailing out there for our latest diploma holders; but we want to do all we can to ensure the departure from school and foray into the working world is at least a little bit brighter (a little sparkle goes a long way). We’ve surveyed the land in search of all the elements that make up a great grad gift: utility, novelty, and FUN! Here are the unique shops and services we found, sure to be the second best thing your grad receives – next to that hard-earned diploma. And of course, all the shops feature one great gift for the future entreprenesses of the Twin Cities – the CRAVE Guidebook!
Cooks of Crocus Hill
Now that your graduate has exited university life, she won’t be able to rely on the quick, easy option of her student cafeteria for food. Why not celebrate her new freedom and independence with a crash course in culinary creations? This has an added bonus if your graduate happens to be moving back in with you, because you’ll have someone to cook you four-star meals!
cooksofcrocushill.com
The Life Styled
Every new college grad encounters the same dilemma upon entering the professional workforce: how to make the transition from sweatpants and sneakers to tailored suits and pumps. There is no better way to get your graduate off on the right well-heeled foot than with an image consulting session from the fashion-forward expert Catherine Sheppard. Oh, the places she’ll go in that perfect interview ensemble!
thelifestyled.com
RedStamp.com
Once the commencement speeches have ended, and the caps have been tossed, a graduate will need a way to stay in touch with her wide circle of friends and professors. Sure, she’s got Facebook but a handwritten note can say a lot more these days and can be especially noticeable to professional contacts and potential employers. Personalized stationery might be the ideal gift for your technologically-overworked grad, and you’ll find it in droves at RedStamp.com along with business cards, address stamps, and other modern correspondence tools.
redstamp.com
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