Susie Knows Mother’s Day Gifts – Sellwood Edition (Portland, OR)

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12th and SusieKnowsPdx is here with a few gifting suggestions as we prepare to party with those mothers & mother figures in our lives. This week I’m strolling Sellwood prepping a luxury condo for the market (see more below!) so I’ve had fun popping into a few old favorite shops in this quaint SE Portland pocket. Here’s what the ladies in your life might like…

Flowers | Sellwood Flower Co. | 8215 SE 13th Ave.

Whether you’re in town or halfway across the globe, this cute flower shop has you covered. They’re accepting orders for Mother’s Day delivery starting on May 9th and will be open on Mother’s Day morning for in-person pickup. Overachievers can even add on wine & candles to the order. May the Power of the Peony compel you!

Antiques | STARS Antique Mall @ 7027 SE Milwaukie Ave. | Stars and Splendid @ 7030 SE Milwaukie Ave

Here’s an interactive idea for the lead-up to Mother’s Day: “Hey, Mom, want to go antiquing?” Some of you may already be antique buddies with your BFF but if you aren’t, this suggestion might put a smile on her face because it’s the QT (Quality Time) that matters most when our precious babies are concerned (no matter their age!) There are some mid-century treasures hiding here (art, lamps, barware & glassware) among some of the wackier items (Creepy dolls? Rooster everything?) And after your outing, you’ve earned a cocktail…

Brunch & Gift Box | Papa Haydn | 5829 SE Milwaukie Ave.

Papa Haydn’s is doing some heavy lifting for Mother’s Day, serving as both a fun dine-in option and as a purveyor of a fabulous gift box for pick-up. Bring Mom out for a raspberry lemon drop & slice of that heavenly lemon chiffon cake…

OR place an order in advance and blow your mom’s mind with a salted caramel chocolate tart or the fancy-schmancy Mother’s Day Gift Box for pick-up which includes:

  • A half bottle of sparkling rosé
  • A jar of panna cotta layered with rosé gelée and roasted rhubarb and black pepper cabernet sauce (GF)
  • A chocolate pansy sugar cookie
  • A classic pansy sugar cookie
  • Chocolate-dipped candied orange peel (GF)
  • A mini bag of raspberry rose meringue kisses (GF)
  • A succulent plant

And Coming Soon in the Neighborhood…

Sneak Peek | Sellwood Harbor Luxe Condo with River Views & Amenities Galore

Treat your mental health to stunning daily views of the river where every amenity for an active lifestyle is in your backyard. This fully updated 2 Bed 2.5 Bath condo clocks in at over 2,600 SF and boasts 2 fireplaces, a modern chef’s kitchen and riverside decks that make entertaining a blast. Plus, the amenities in this HOA are unmatched:

  • Indoor gym
  • A super-rare indoor pickleball court
  • Indoor tennis
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plus – Steps to the Springwater Trail’s paved paths to log stress-free mileage on runs & bike rides
  • And! Super close to Sellwood Riverfront Park (beach, kayak put-in, off-leash dog park) and Sellwood Park (More pickleball, tennis & pool!)

This gem hits the market this week and I am happy to answer your Qs or schedule a showing!

And Happy Early Mother’s Day to all the moms / caretakers / advice-givers out there!

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