Spring Fever: Mendota Heights-Area Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

It's time to pick up a special token of your affection for Valentine's Day. These local items can be given to a friend, spouse or significant other to show you care. (Finding a cheesy card is up to you.)

Jillbeads at 

Jill Pfeffer, the Denver-based designer behind Jillbeads, has created a collection that Bella owner Susan Engelhart calls "spring-like and fresh." Local connection: Pfeffer's mother is a Mendota Heights resident. Jillbeads earrings, bracelets and necklaces $26-$58

Scarves at 

These brightly colored scarves can transition from winter to spring wardrobes. Mainstream also sells "scarf charms" that can add a bit of sparkle while keeping your style in place. Scarves $24-$34, scarf charms $21  

Tribute Trees at your

Friends of the Parks offers an untraditional gift for the love in your life—guy or gal. Donate a tree to be planted in your neighborhood park, and stroll through the dappled shade your gift provides for years to come. Recipients will receive a map to find their tree's location once it is planted in the summer. One tree $100, three trees $250 (tax-deductible)

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