Being Earth day and all I decided to focus on an “eco-friendly” gift idea. I found a website where you can give someone a tree, another that sold organic t-shirts and I even came across these cool earrings made from old skateboards.

However, with the premise of Earth day being (at least according to Wikipedia) “to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth’s environment” I thought the gift should be something a bit more…”earthy”.

I discovered this Mexican Salsa Kit at Herbkits.com.

It gives you everything you need to start growing your own vegetables and herbs that are needed to make salsa. It includes:

• 12 Types of Seeds
  • 3 types of tomato seeds
  • 5 types of pepper seeds
  • 3 types of onion seeds
  • 1 cilantro seed packet
• Peat Pellets
• A Greenhouse Dome
• Garden Tray (reusable & made from recyclable plastic)

I love fresh salsa and planting your own seeds, spending time outside gardening and cultivating your own vegetables sounds pretty “earthy” to me”.

The Mexican Salsa kit would be a great present for Earth day, Mother’s day or just a nice surprise for the gardener in your life.

The cost of the herb kit is $29.95 plus shipping and handling.

Know someone who can’t find anything in the mess they created for themselves?

Then, a great gift idea is to treat them to a gift certificate for a professional organization session!

There is even a trade association, the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO), that can help you locate a professional organizer in your area through their searchable online directory.

Not only can you search for organization consultants by location, you can also search by area of specialty. Some of the specialties that you can use in your search include:

• Closet Design and Installation
• Closet Organizing
• Estate Organizing
• Feng Shui
• Financial/Bookkeeping
• Garages/Attics/Basements
• Garage/Estate Sales
• Home Office
• Kitchens
• Moving/Relocation
• Other Rooms
• Photographs/Memorabilia/Collections
• Time Management

Of course, you can always offer to do it yourself. But, you run the risk of ruining a perfectly good relationship!

I - love - earrings. They are fun. They have character. They add elegance. They add charm. They can make or break an outfit. Plain and simple.

Earrings (in particular dangly ones) have become huge over the past few years with celebrities wearing everything from simple hoops to huge elaborate masterpieces. Where you used to have to go to a jewelry store, you can now find fashionable earrings just about anywhere (Have you seen Target’s earrings these days?). Earrings are fun and can make a great gift.

Ok MsGift but what makes earrings such a unique gift? People have been giving them for years.

I am not talking about just ANY earrings for that special someone, but earrings from one Joan Hornig.

Joan Hornig is a jewelry designer who not only creates beautiful pieces but donates ALL of the profits made to charity. The best part is that she doesn’t donate the profits to just any charity, she lets YOU choose which one you would like to donate to. (See her foundation page for more information on the charities supported)

She has everything from necklaces to bracelets to charms to jewelry with special messages. I personally would LOVE to receive a pair of earrings from here.

To note: The earrings (and the rest of the jewelry) are not cheap. The prices range from $325 to $2500. But when you know the person receiving them will be happy and you know the the money spent will make 50 people happy…it makes it worthwhile.

Back in the Christmas 2007 season, Brad Pitt told Regis and Kelly that one of his favorite toys as a child were toy helicopters. His plan for that Christmas was to give his kids the same joy he had as a kid by giving them toy helicopters.

I don’t believe that there have been any reports about what exactly Brad gave the kids, but we can use our imaginations and look at some of the choices out there:

Remote Controlled Helicopters

Brookstone Remote Controlled Helicopter - Ultra-light body and easy-to-use remote control. Operates on different frequencies so it won’t interfere with phones or other wireless devices. Multi-function remote allows you to move the helicopter every which way. Helicopter runs for 15-20 minutes on a charge and has an integrated rechargeable battery. Recharge the aircraft via the charging jack on the remote control. Extra rotors and stabilizers are included in case of hard landings. Remote uses six AA batteries (not included).

Sharper Image: Air Hogs R/C Havoc Heli Laser Battle - Blast Your Opponent Out of the Air! “World’s smallest advanced radio-controlled helicopter.” Armed with infrared beam weapons — complete with authentic battle and action sounds. When two Havoc Helis engage in thrilling air-to-air combat, only one will fly away victorious — 3 hits force your opponent down! Comes complete with two Havoc Helis (each with distinctive markings) and two wireless controllers/chargers (with radio channel selector). Helis run on built-in rechargeable lithium batteries. Each controller runs on 6 AA batteries (order separately). Ages 8 and older.

Hammacher Schlemmer, $299 - This remote controlled helicopter can be maneuvered by beginning flight enthusiasts through doorways and hallways indoors, and up to a range of 1,000′ outdoors, because it has counter-rotating rotors that eliminate the unstabilizing effects of angular momentum, a condition common to all traditional helicopters.

Hammacher Schlemmer, $79 - This palm-sized helicopter has two contra-rotating coaxial rotors that use gyroscopic inertia to keep the copter balanced and two micro-motors that spin the rotors at varying speeds, resulting in precise and effortless 360 movement up to a range of 50′. Its sleek plastic frame has a tail boom, tail fin, and four landing legs, resulting in a small footprint, making it ideal for indoor flight. Two flashing LEDs allow nighttime or darkened indoor flights. The included rechargeable lithium battery enables flights up to eight minutes and recharges easily from its charging base which requires six C batteries. Two-channel remote transmitter requires one 9-volt battery. Ages 10 and up.

Hammacher Schlemmer, $49 - Ready to fly out of the box, this fully-assembled remote-control helicopter allows beginners to test their flying skills indoors in large, open areas, and at heights up to 100′ outdoors. Equipped with operating navigational lights for nighttime flights, the toy helicopter has a counter-balanced rotational drive that keeps the dual coaxial rotors counter-synchronized for stability. The dual-frequency transmitter controls vertical movement up to a range of 200′ for four minutes before requiring a recharge on the included recharge pad, which revitalizes the built-in battery in five minutes. Six sets of decals are included for customizing the look of the helicopter. Requires eight C and two 9-volt batteries. Specify Blue frequency or Orange. Ages 8 and up.

Copters for the Little Kids

Harold The Helicopter - Harold is a friend of Thomas the Train. He is handmade from durable New England Hard Maple. Moving propeller, durable paint job, and realistic details. Recommended Age Range 2 to 5 Years.

LEGO® City Police Helicopter - Patrol and protect LEGO® City from the air! Watch for trouble in this police helicopter. 1 police pilot minifigure included. Copter blades really rotate and the helicopter is over 7″ (18 cm). Includes simple small tools, camera and rotating rotors as two LEGO build functions. 94 pieces.

Shake N Bobbles Rescue Helicopter - Set the Bobble driver into the pilot’s cockpit, press him on his head, and watch as the helicopter appears to be flying across the floor fun helicopter sound effects and high-flyin’ songs. Rotors spin for a real helicopter effect. Removable basket with 2nd character, Rev the dog. One of four sequences happen with each press of the Bobble pilot’s head.

Tonka Mighty Motorized Rescue Helicopter - Features a motorized winch controlled by the hands-on lever. This Tonka helicopter also includes a working spotlight for nighttime rescue. Features realistic lights & sound. Made from a sturdy, high quality plastic, this rescue helicopter is perfect for indoor play. Ages 3+

It’s probably just a matter of time before Brad & Angelina give the kids real helicopters!