St. Patrick’s Day Treats

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, so the time is now to snap up verdant-hued treats of all types (no one wants to get pinched by a Leprechaun, after all!) — and we’ve followed the shopping rainbow to bring you a veritable pot of shopping gold as you prepare to go green!

Little People St. Patrick’s Day Parade Play Set: What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s day than with your own mini parade? This play set from Fisher Price lets little ones play with a two-car train that actually plays a real Irish jig. As part of the parade, there is a Shamrock cookies and green lemonade that are the perfect pit stop. $25, fisher-price.com

Fiona’s Luck by Teresa Bateman: For book-lovers, this is a beautifully illustrated take on a classic Irish folktale. The Leprechaun King has stolen all the luck from Ireland and it is up to Fiona to bring it all back. It is a charming tale with great artwork that is sure to bring some magic to any reading time. $7.52, amazon.com

The Night Before St. Patrick’s Day by Natasha Wing: Inspired from the classic Christmas story, this book brings a clever take on the Irish holiday. Two children set traps around the house and catch themselves their very own leprechaun. This is a funny story that is sure to keep your kids smiling. $12.99, amazon.com

St. Patrick’s Day Minis from Baked by Melissa: The beloved miniature cupcakes from Baked by Melissa are getting all decked out for St. Patty’s Day! Taste the luck of the Irish with these tiny sweet treats made with pistachio cake and stuffing, vanilla icing, and pistachio brittle topping. $20 for a 25 pack, bakedbymelissa.com

Luck of the Irish Bow Tie by Vineyard Vines: A lucky picks for dapper dads and stylish sons alike, VV’s sweet shamrock covered silk bow tie is sure to be a bit hit come March 17. Nothing says preppy panache quite like the classic color combination of navy blue and kelly green! $55, vineyardvines.com