Special Guest Post: A former buyer for Bloomingdale's and Barney's, Grace Kang founded Pink Olive out of her passion for finding unique items for gifting her nieces and nephews. Grace is a proud Auntie by Relation to seven, and Auntie by Choice to 20 lucky nieces and nephews! Pink Olive is a whimsical boutique filled with beautiful gifts that make would make any niece or nephew smile. Here are some of Pink Olive-approved tips to make gifting fun, easy and attainable for little ones and loved ones this spring:

When you are an auntie or an uncle, gift-giving for your little niece or nephew can be a lot of fun, and the possibilities at Pink Olive are endless! Playful gift combinations can not only be a treat for your lucky niece or nephew, but is something unique from you, a gift only their auntie or uncle know they would love. At Pink Olive, there are all sorts of things to choose from!

Indulging in the whimsical side of gift-giving is a great way to give something special and a little out-of-the-box. Pairing a tutu with a kitty hair clip, or a pair of wings can be the perfect gift. Toys abound in our shops right now! And what better time to be playful than spring. Soft stroller toys in the shape of sweet veggies, fruits, and little bugs entertain little guys during warm-air strolls, with some leg warmers to keep the chill off. Get outside with your niece or nephew and see who can blow the best bubbles with our scented ice cream bubbles, or spend some time coloring with the kitty crayon set. A french chalkboard set is an excellent vintage-like toy that can be nostalgic for adults and fun for kids!

For the newest niece or nephew in the family, Sophie the Giraffe is a great first toy designed especially for the littlest of little ones, and is a teether too. Help out new parents with the thoughtful gift combination of a cotton swaddling blanket and the Baby-Gami wrapping book for tips and pointers.

Gift-giving as a doting auntie or uncle can be adventurous, and Pink Olive is here to help!

Photo Courtesy of Tanzie Johnson/PinkOlive.com
Published: May 15, 2011