It wouldn't be Mother's Day without flowers, but this year, really make them last. Try a paper flower kit (we're particular fans of the sunflower). It's a craft project and a darling, droop-proof decoration. $14.95, paper-source.com, 3048 Hennepin Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612-377-0700.

Like the idea of a modern spin on fake flowers? Send a bouquet. Popflowershop.com sells colorful, pop-art versions of every flower imaginable. Customize a bouquet or order a make-your-own kit.

-- Allison Kaplan

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