I went in looking for a meaningful gift for my good friend and her daughter, (5). She had just delivered her baby, (32weeks), still born. Art has been so healing for me; I wanted to share this with them.
I knew I wanted a Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Pocket Box and painting journal for the mom, but I wasn't sure for the daughter. I picked out cheap watercolors and a cheap journal. The guy who worked there asked me a few questions about why I was buying and who I was buying for, then he asked if he could make a suggestion.
He suggested a watercolor set that was cheaper than the Windsor, but comparable in quality. (I can't remember the name.) The colors were so vibrant! He also helped me find the perfect art journal that would be able to handle watercolor.
I thoroughly appreciated the suggestion, and my friend even noticed the quality in her daughter's set. She even explained to her daughter that it wasn't like the other cheap watercolor sets she already had.
I really wanted the gift to convey my love, and it did just that.
Thank you!