Graduation Gift Ideas for the Class of 2012

Very soon, the class of 2012 will leave high school behind and head off to college or work. If you're still looking for a way to congratulate the graduates on your shopping list, here are some suggestions from Dublin merchants:

• Picture Frame: Your senior is going to want a place to keep their favorite photos from graduation. A picture frame from will be a great gift for your grad.
• Dorm room sets: For those grads going off to college, you can't go wrong with a "bed in a bag" set from . , Cost Plus World Market and Sears also have affordable accessories for your grad's future dorm room.
• Gift Cards: Your grad will be happy to receive any form of money you give them. offers a wide assortment of gift cards in amounts from $20 to $500. s also offers a variety of gift cards.
• Tablet: Every grad wants to step their game up with a brand new iPad. and carrys it. is also selling all four models of its Nook.
• Jewelry: If you're into giving gifts that sparkle, consider trying the Stoneridge Shopping Center in Pleasanton, where for about $100 you could get your grad a necklace with a pendant.

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