A shopping blog of cool gift ideas

Tick tock, tick tock.  Mother’s Day is just hours away!  Whether you are a procrastinator or simply forgot that Mother’s Day is this Sunday, the Gift Gurus can offer you one final lifeline.  Order a gorgeous bouquet from 1-800-Flowers by Friday noon EST and have it delivered to your mom just in time.  She’ll love this pretty Sorbet Bouquet presented in a stylish clear vase wrapped in a tea leaf.

While you are at it, make sure to check out their Martha Stewart Collection and schedule delivery for all those birthdays, anniversaries and thank yous that always seem to slip your mind.

Over the flower thing?  Here are more fabulous gifts you can still order by noon EST on Friday and get to Mom in time:

• For Caffeinated Mom:  She’ll love drinking her morning cup of joe from this Wicked Cool Mom Mug.
  
• For Sentimental Mom:  Let her keep loved ones close to her heart with this Mom Heart Locket.
• For Chocoholic Mom:  Satisfy her sweet tooth with this decadent Chocolate Mousse Torte.
• For Impossible-to-Please Mom:  Let her decide exactly what she wants with the Gifts.com Gift Card. 

Procrastinators, you are a lucky bunch this year.  Even though Mother’s Day is this Sunday, you still have time to send Mom something special.  The Gift Gurus have pulled together a selection of last-minute gifts for Mother’s Day. Order one of these today (right now, why are you still reading this?) and look like you’ve been thinking about Mom all year long.

If you want to go beyond the standard flowers and chocolates, look for a gift basket that matches Mom’s interests.  For moms with green thumbs, this Garden Treasures Gift Basket comes complete with 6 tools in a nice canvas bag plus some sweet treats including our all-time favorite cookie, Snickerdoodles.  Whether your mom is a chocoholic, a tea lover, a beauty junkie or a top chef, there are plenty of gift baskets to suit her style.  But hurry up and order by Thursday noon EDT to get your gift to Mom on time. 

Garden Treasures Gift Basket starting at $39.99

My parents knew better than to order me one of those bulky class rings. And I imagine someone likely to be voted Best Dressed Girl on Campus wouldn't dare slip one on her finger either. That's why I'd get her this brilliantly quirky Hand Made Black Rose Sterling Silver Fashion Ring instead. The bold knuckle-duster is right on trend (the bigger the better). Plus it's adjustable, so you don't even have to know her ring size.

So whether your Trendanista is graduating from high school or college or just wants a fun new bauble, this bud's for her!

Hand Made Black Rose Sterling Silver Fashion Ring starting at $98.00

I'm all about comfort when it comes to footwear (no six-inch high heels for me). But I wouldn't go so far as to show up to work in Crocs. Unfortunately, nurses don't have that option; they're forced to sacrifice fashion for function. Which is why they (and non-nurses, too!) need these super-cute Tory Burch Thora Leather Flip Flops for days off.

The ultimate summer sandal, these awesome flip-flops have a patent leather strap that comes in a bunch of colors and feature Tory's ubiquitous "T" logo. And the flat, rubber sole means she won't have to give up too much comfort.

So go ahead: Give her a break from those unflattering orthopedic shoes and present her with these on Nurse's Day. And make it your own summer staple while you're at it!

Tory Burch Thora Leather Flip Flop starting at $95.00

When is a mug a work of art? When it's a celebrity-designed, ethically produced, charity-giving mug by Whatever It Takes.

More than 300 actors, musicians, artists and designers have donated their time to create these small symbols of hope, with each mug raising money for the celeb's chosen charity. Like style maven Donna Karan and her Love Forever Mug. The white china cup features Karan's pink self-portrait and a Love Forever print, with proceeds going to Spirituality for Kids.

I think this one makes a lovely Mother's Day gift, but with so many to choose from, you can easily give according to the cause that suits your friend or loved one best. And isn't giving back what it's all about?

Donna Karan Love Forever Mug starting at $20.00

Back when I was in school, only the naughty kids had their names written on the board. But now it's a good thing to have your name on the board — a chalkboard mug, that is.

The #1 Teacher Chalk Talk Message Mug is a unique and clever way to send a message to a favorite teacher this Teacher's Day. Forget greeting cards, your kids will want to sign their names on this cool mug to show their appreciation for their teachers in a way that leaves a more lasting impression. Have any three lines you choose etched on the front of the mug, so the sentiment will remain even after washings. Way better than a standard apple, the Chalk Talk Message Mug will be a big hit with your kids' teachers!  

#1 Teacher Chalk Talk Message Mug starting at $14.95

This week in our Celebrate Your Star Mom giveaway series, we're giving away one set of Rosanna Wine Country Dessert Plates. The set makes a great gift for moms who are gourmet loving Domestic Divas like Giada De Laurentiis. 

Each of the four porcelain plates features a varietal like Merlot or Savignon Blanc along with the appropriate tasting notes. Pair the plates with a bottle of Mom's favorite wine and you've got a winning Mother's Day gift.

Want to win? Post a comment below and tell us what you're hoping to give or get this for Mother's Day by 11:59 p.m. EST Thursday, May 8. One comment per person please, multiple comments will be discarded. Click here to read the official rules.

Rosanna Wine Country Dessert Plates Set of 4 starting at $25

Forget the fancy brunch and expensive perfume. You know what Mom really wants for Mother's Day this year? She wants to relax! She wants a whole day to herself to do absolutely nothing — no shuttling the kids around, no cooking for anyone else, no cleaning up after everyone — just a whole day of lounging around. And what better way to lounge around than in a pair or cozy but chic lounge pants?

The La Perla Studio Simply Wide Leg Pants are the ultimate in comfort with a long inseam, drawstring waist, and stretch cotton/lycra blend. She'll love spending her day relaxing in these! And if you want to go ahead and throw in breakfast in bed and that expensive perfume after all, I'm sure it wouldn't hurt.

La Perla Studio Simply Wide Leg Pant Sleepwear starting at $86

You know Mr. Most Likely to Rule Wall Street is going to be doing a lot of traveling one day—or at least doing business in different time zones. So whether he's captain of Math Club or graduating summa cum laude in finance, prep him with this World Time Clock for graduation. The mod barrel-shaped clock tells the time in twenty-four major cities, from Amsterdam to London. Just roll it so the appropriate locale is on top, and you'll get the local time in that city. Whether you need a high school graduation gift or a college graduation gift, this is a great travel timepiece (perfect for globetrotting suits), but it'll also look nice sitting on that mahogany desk he's bound to have. World Time Clock starting at $74.00

Your child will be the apple of his or her teacher's eye this Teacher's Day with this "classy" Gin Emerald Jade Apple Pendant Necklace. Pretty enough to be worn on the neck of any woman, but perfect for a teacher, the eye-catching three dimensional apple inspired jade necklace dangles from a charming sterling silver chain and features a matte finish on the stem and leaf. Subtle and sophisticated, the necklace is a great way to show appreciation for a special teacher this Teacher's Day — especially one you want to celebrate with a sweet and personal gift this year!

Gin Emerald Jade Apple Pendant Necklace starting at $39.95