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Insider Guide: PepperLou Gifts

PepperLou Gifts, a favorite Memorial boutique, has fun and meaningful gifts for everyone on your list.

Article by Memorial Lifestyle Staff

Photography by Lauren Holub Photography

Originally published in Memorial Lifestyle

Online shopping makes it easy to cross everyone off your list from the comfort of your home, but isn’t it nice to give a personal touch to your gift-giving experience? Thankfully the Memorial area is home to more gift-giving opportunities that you can count including PepperLou Gifts - a boutique gift shop curated to capture that special something you didn’t know you were looking for. It is the kind of gift shop that makes you want to return again and again; warm, welcoming, with a distinct personality that fits the neighborhood and clientele they are trying to serve.

Valerie Cassady and her daughter Ellie opened PepperLou gifts in 2018. Their goal was to have a boutique gift shop that sold meaningful, thoughtful gifts while showcasing other small businesses. Valerie also wanted to create an environment where Ellie, who has special needs, could thrive and make a contribution. 

“We want everyone that stops by, shops online, calls us, scrolls through Instagram, or even hears about us to know that they’re always welcome here,” says Valerie. “Our entire team feels a dedication to each other and our community to create a warm and inviting space for everyone, because inclusivity elevates us all.”

Valerie and Ellie have put together a short list of some of their favorite holiday items for this season. 

Calendar and Merry Pillow Add a touch of colorful whimsy to your holidays and prepare for the New Year with our lovely Karen Adams calendar.

Nutcracker Themed Art, Bath Bomb, & Tea Towel Dance your way into the season with Clara, the Mouse King, and all of the Nutcrackers.

Shower Steamer, Bath Bombs, Satin Eye Mask, & Slippers Recover from the holiday stress with your own personal spa day at home.

Cosmetic Kit, Veuve Makeup Brush Holder, & Spongellé Real housewives of Memorial are loving our designer inspired cosmetic kits, makeup brush holders, and Spongellé bath scrubbers.

Merry Everything & Festive Sweatshirts Don we now our festive apparel! Scoop up these cozy holiday sweatshirts to ring in the holiday season!

Christmas Paper Accents, Hester & Cook Candy Cane Accent & Cutting Board Deck your table for the perfect Christmas party with candy cane placemats, napkins, cups, and accents.




 

PepperLou Gifts

14028a Memorial Dr, 77079

pepperlougifts.com

@pepperlougifts