Personalize It: Gifts from the heart

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February 2012

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Roses, chocolates and cards, oh my! The tried and true gifts that are supposed to say “I love you” are very nice but may leave your sweetheart thinking you didn’t put enough thought and effort into your Valentine’s Day or anniversary gift. If you have time to plan ahead, here are some websites offering fun, unique and possibly practical gifts that are sure to impress the love of your life. Most of them also could make perfect, off-the-registry wedding gifts.

Coffee Talk

These 10-ounce, his and hers personalized ceramic coffee mugs are custom printed with the couple’s first names across the front. $25 for the set, personalizationmall.com

Love Letter

This 12-inch-tall glass bottle comes inscribed with words of love and features a personalized note inside. $40, messageinabottle.com

Bundle of Joy

Jody’s Ravishing Array of Baskets, or JRA Baskets, make great gifts for any occasion. The unique and personal baskets can be filled with almost anything, from extravagant to practical. Starting at $40, jrabaskets.com

More Than 1,000 Words

Dynamic Reflections creates photomontages set to music that can be shown at a party or for your sweetie’s eyes only. The company also offers a variety of videography services for weddings and special events. Starting at $80, dynamicreflect.com

Book of Love

Create a cute and clever personalized LoveBook listing all of the reasons why you love your special someone. Themes include Valentine’s Day, wedding, anniversary, birthday and proposals. $30, lovebookonline.com

On Display

These timeless portraits are illustrated Warhol-style from your favorite couple photos. Photos are transferred onto a canvas, ranging in size from 13-by-13 inches to 52-by-42 inches. Starting at $190, allpopart.com