Vernal Express | 1980-12-18 | Page 41 | Some Gift Shopping Ideas for those Special People

i Some gift shopping ideas for those special people j 'Tis Better To Give . . . . . . than to receive. An old adage that rings true, moreso at the holiday season than any other time of the year. Searching out unusual gifts can add a spirit of adventure to holiday shoppings Small shops and colorful boutiques with unique items . abound in almost every city and , town, Try to set some extra time aside for browsing before you shop. You'll enjoy it, and your 1 friends will appreciate the extra thought and effort. For a handcrafts-ophile you could choose a small loom and some unusual yams in interesting textures and shades. An art buff will surely cherish a carved African Afri-can tribal mask. And how about filling a tiny wicker basket with pretty ribbon sachets, in a variety of floral and spice scents! Most health food and apothecary shops stock these, made from natural ingredients. ! A store that sells old clothing usually has beaded pouches that j make really wonderful evening ! bags. And old crystal chokers and j rope necklaces come in beautiful irridescent colors! Many of these same stores have barely worn Chinese kimonos that can double as housecoats and as .1 soft wraps over evening clothes. j You're bound to come up with I lots of clever ideas, so have fun! i 1 i I 1