(NAPSA)—Summer can be a busy time for gift giving. Invitations pour in for baby and bridal showers, housewarming parties and BBQs, and finding a creative present is no small task. Here are some suggestions that show you care—with seasonalflair: Gift Baskets—a great gift for any occasion. An assortment of seasonal fruit, gourmet chocolates or coffee will delight any friend or neighbor. For the expectant mom, a basketfilled with all the items a new arrival needsis always a thoughtful idea. Outdoor Home Accessories —wind chimes can add a musical accompaniment to the soothing sound of summer breezes, while bird and butterfly houses are a wonderful decorative addition to any garden. Thereis nothing better than new gardening tools and gloves to help spruce up the yard. Party Frills—Every host will appreciate a BBQ Brush Set or a brightly colored serving platter. Items such as tropical martini glasses and tumblers will add flair to any backyard event and are sure to help get the party going. Kitchen Accessories—Everyone would love to receive the latest state-of-the art appliance. One sparkling idea is a home soda maker, which offers a quick and easy way to make delicious seltzer and soda in a variety of flavors from classic cola, lemon-lime and root beer to exotic flavors such as orange-mango. No more lugging and storing soda. Available for years in Europe, home soda makers are just being introduced to the USA. ~ all For any summer occasion, a home soda maker can be a fun andfizzy gift. For those hoping to cut calo- ries this summer, the home soda makers come with SodaMix flavors that are much lower in carbs, sugar and sodium than store-bought drinks. What’s more, they are compact, portable and don’t use electricity, making them ideal for boaters and for RVers whoare on the go and have limited cargo space. Soda-Club is the leading brand of home soda makers, with over 10 million sold worldwide. They offer two models—white and modernsilver/black to match any kitchen dcor—and have a threeyear warranty and a money-back guarantee. To find out more about home soda makers you can call 1-800-SODACLUB or visit www.sodaclub.com. Whatever the occasion is, don’t fret. There are plenty of sources to help you find that perfect gift this summer. Surf the Web, shop the catalogs...and now you can do this while sipping a glass of freshly made seltzer or soda, courtesy of your new homesoda maker.
