woodward talk 2.6.08

Valentine’s Day gifts usher in season of love
JEREMY SELWESKI

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At the whimsical Berkley gift gallery Catching Fireflies, there are dozens of Valentine’s Day-related gifts being sold. They range from 16-inch "Make a Wish" heart necklaces to Love Bugs, small handcrafted critters with wire legs and hearts etched onto their backs.

Store manager Danielle Delong said that during this time of year, "we definitely see a boost in business." And though Catching Fireflies always attracts a large number of male shoppers who are buying for their wives or girlfriends, they also see many parents coming into the shop.

"A lot of people buy for their children as well," Delong said. "Kids always appreciate that stuff."

The shop also offers a number of picture frames, jewelry mirrors, lip balms, stationery, refrigerator magnets and heart-shaped cookie-cutter sets.

According to Delong, some of the most popular items are in the "Live, Love Laugh" line of products, which includes photo albums and frames.