Bargainist Gift Guide: Martha Stewart

Believe it or not Martha Stewart turns 71 on August 3. The TV host, business magnate, author and magazine publisher definitely hasn’t entered retirement. Celebrate her enduring youth with the perfect gift. You’ll have her saying “it’s a good thing.”

New Jersey Gift Basket Martha Stewart was born and raised in New Jersey. Spread some New Jersey pride with a Jersey Gift Basket, $100 from sicklesmarket.com. It includes products ranging from crushed tomatoes to local honey, all made in The Garden State.

Brushed Heart Life is Good Shirt
Martha Stewart has built her empire on the phrase “it’s a good thing.” Which is why she’d likely appreciate this “life is good” t-shirt, $32 from lifeisgood.com. It’s pink and features a heart design on the chest.

Extraordinary Comebacks Book
Some people thought Martha’s 2004 conviction for insider trading would be the end of her media empire, but she’s come back even stronger. Any reader inspired by a good comeback story would like Extraordinary Comebacks: 201 Inspiring Stories of Courage, Triumph and Success. Copies start at $11.43 on Amazon.com.

Alexis Necklace
Martha’s only daughter is Alexis and this is a gift any mother would love. Choose between a gold or silver name necklace for a personalized gift starting at $33.95.

Lilly Pulitzer iPad Cover
Although Martha is 71-years-old she doesn’t shy away from technology. An iPad is the only way someone that busy could stay organized. And with her love for beautiful things including flowers, this Lilly Pulitzer iPad Cover, $30 is a great way to brighten up technology.

By Alison Storm

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