Need some help finding great gifts for her, or gifts for men? Looking for new traditions to make your holiday celebrations extra special? Simply wondering what your friends at Magpies Gifts have been up to? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Our blog is chock full posts aimed at informing, inspiring and making life a little simpler. Read on!
If you’ve stopped by our Bellaire, Texas, store in recent weeks, you might have noticed a new addition out front. Situated on our lawn, facing Bellaire Boulevard, is a bright turquoise table. What’s it all about? Oh, you know we’re glad to fill you in. We’ll be the first to admit that the turquoise table… Read More »
Spring has sprung – the bluebonnets have begun to bloom and Peter Cottontail is well on his way down the bunny trail. And if you’re like many parents looking to pass along the true meaning of this season to your little ones, you might find yourself having some trouble finding thoughtful Easter gifts. Sure, marshmallow… Read More »
Event Raises Over $1,300 for Evelyn’s Park Conservancy HOUSTON – September 27, 2016 – Magpies Gifts and environmentally-conscious jewelry line Alex and Ani came together for a cause on Sept. 10 — a fundraiser in support of Evelyn’s Park Conservancy. Evelyn’s Park Conservancy is a nonprofit organization committed to designing, developing and transforming the five-acre historic… Read More »
Event Benefits the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention HOUSTON – September 27, 2016 – Magpies Gifts and eco-conscious jewelry line Alex and Ani brought community members together Sept. 8 in support of a cause that quite literally saves lives — the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is the leading national… Read More »
Everyone knows that one person in life who has everything. You love them, you enjoy spending time with them, but buying gifts for them is a nightmare. Trust us when we say we’ve been there. When it comes to folks who lead to stressful shopping situations, the Magpies team has two words of advice: Gift… Read More »
At Magpies Gifts, we try to make positivity and encouragement part of our everyday work. After all, life gets tough sometimes. And if there’s a way to make someone’s day better and spread a few smiles, we are all about it. Recently, our team got to thinking about ways we could incorporate a few more… Read More »
The tree is up, the parties are booked and holiday tunes are out in full force. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? Sure, except for the stress that comes with seasonal shopping. At Magpies Gifts, we’re all about making life easier for our incredible friends and customers, and we were thrilled when… Read More »
You know the old question. Does size really matter? Well, in the world of business ownership, the answer is a resounding YES! Magpies Gifts is proud to count ourselves among the more than 28 million small businesses that call the United States home. What exactly is a small business? According to the U.S. Small Business… Read More »
For anyone who needed reminding (and we’ll be honest here — no one did) the holidays are just around the corner! And while grownups might have their internal calendars on lock, that Christmas countdown isn’t so easy for little ones. You’re in luck! At Magpies, we’ve got a fun-tastic way for families to infuse something… Read More »
In case the re-emergence of pumpkin spice everything hadn’t tipped you off, autumn is upon us. And for many people, that means breaking out beautiful fall wardrobes that have sat forgotten in closets for months. At Magpies we love accessorizing our cold- (well, colder) weather ensembles, and purses are a great way to do just… Read More »
School’s back in session, Halloween displays are out and you’re already planning the menu for this year’s Thanksgiving feast. The holiday season isn’t here just yet, but it’s right around the corner. As you prepare for the busy months ahead, at Magpies we encourage you to stop, take a breath and take note of another… Read More »
If you know anything about Magpies Gifts, you know we love our monograms. And while that may have something to do with our Southern roots, it has a whole lot more to do with the added touch that personalization brings to the present process. Monogrammed gifts convey an unspoken message. They show you took a… Read More »
These days, it seems you can’t turn on the TV, open a paper or walk down the street without learning of some catastrophic event wreaking havoc in our world. And if you’re anything like us, that news begins to wear on you. During times like these, when so much seems outside our control, my family… Read More »
Nobody likes feeling like they’re late to the party. When fun events, friendly meet-ups and big sales are going on, we want to know about them. And at Magpies, we’re here to help. We’ve got a couple of ways to keep you clued in to all the great things going on. First off, you can… Read More »
At Magpies, we think ourselves lucky to count KTRK’s Rebecca Spera among our friends, and we were delighted recently when she and her Channel 13 team stopped by for a visit. You might remember past meet-ups where we talked things like baby gifts, holiday tables and hostess presents. This time around, it was all about… Read More »
If you’ve stopped in to shop with us lately — and especially if you’ve paid with a credit or debit card — you might have noticed a small change at the register. As part of new laws, our stores have implemented chip readers. What does this mean for our customers? Honestly, not too much. If… Read More »
April showers might bring May flowers, but know what else they carry with them? Soggy shoes and muddy messes. If you have little ones who love to splash (or maybe you like to join in the fun), Roma Boots galoshes are a perfect fit! Magpies has maintained a long relationship with Roma, and not just… Read More »
Chances are you’ve been there — part of a conversation that went something like this: Person 1: “[insert holiday here] is coming up! What do you want?” Person 2: “Oh, anything. I’m not picky.” Person 1: “But I need ideas. What do you want?” Person 2: “Honestly. Anything. I don’t know.” It’s a cycle that… Read More »
If you’re anything like my family, this warm weather and shining sun has the beach calling your name! As you’re gearing up to dig your toes in the sand, the right tools can make all the difference. Lucky for you, at Magpies we’ve stocked up for the season. First off, we have to brag on… Read More »
At Magpies Gifts, we love lending a hand. Whether that means helping you find the perfect gift for loved one, spotting the right accessories to make your outfit pop — or even just offering a listening ear — nothing makes us happier. Did you know there’s a place you can go for Magpies-style inspiration (or… Read More »
Magpies Gifts has been lucky enough in recent months to enjoy a few visits from KTRK. Did you happen to spot the segments with Rebecca Spera, where we talked must-have baby items or hostess gifts? She came out to see us a third time, too, to cover tips for creating the perfect holiday table. The… Read More »
Are you as ready as we are for this year’s Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo? The food, the rides, the cowboys — I know we can’t wait! And one of our newest in-store items is sure to make this season better than ever! The GirlyGoGarter is a handy little tool with such a simple, ingenious… Read More »
It’s that time of year again. Love is in the air, store shelves are filled with goodies and you’re searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your sweetie. If you’re having trouble finding something just right for the guy on your list, don’t worry. We’ve all been there. Luckily, at Magpies, we have you… Read More »
January has already come to an end, (can you believe it?) but it’s never too late to for a resolution or two. Small, simple changes have the potential to make 2016 extra special. Have you made any such promises? You might recall our January 2015 eNewsletter, where a few of our leading ladies touched on… Read More »
