Fill one with pine needles, another with a grandchild's baby bootie. Sentiment does it every time. A set of 20 mini orbs is $26; $20 gets you eight medium orbs or six large ones.
WHERE TO BUY: www.smithandhawken.com. Available only for the holiday season.
DELIVERY: Three to seven days; overnight available.
GIFT WRAPPING: Gift box and note card, $4.50.
IDEAL RECIPIENT: A mother-in-law.
WHAT YOU'RE REALLY GIVING: Time capsules.