Big markdowns on Mother's Day gifts, more
Firefly Jewelry & Gifts has storewide markdowns of 25-60 percent. Find artisan jewelry, decorative glass vases, picture frames, and scarves, along with less reverent gifts (flasks, high-heel cake servers). Firefly is at 270 Newbury St., Boston, 617-375-5885.
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Ami Albernaz began freelancing for the Globe in 2004. She started bargain-hunting at an early age, accompanying her mother to second-hand stores and yard sales near Westport, MA, where she grew up. When she's not perusing stores, Ami can often be found scouting out budget eateries in and around the city, particularly near her current abode in East Boston.Do you have a bargain or shopping tip for Ami? E-mail your tips to bargainbin@globe.com.
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