Friendship Cards in Our Tutus

My friend Margie and I decided one day that we needed a tutu.   So we made one - and then of course, we had to model them.   We laughed for hours - we laughed as we made them, and then we hollered and laughed during the photo shoot.   It was one of those crazy times when things clicked and suddenly we were having the time of our lives.   I hope you have a precious fun friend like Margie!

I immediately took a few of the photos out to Zazzle and made some cards.  I gave a few cards to my sister last week - and she loved them!  Next time you and your BFF have one of these silly fun days, get someone to take your photo and make some fun cards at Zazzle.  It does help you to treasure the day, no doubt!  And looks like people enjoy cards with silly little old ladies having fun!  

Joan

Delightful Turtle Accent Lamp

This is an absolutely beautiful turtle accent lamp and would certainly be appreciated by mom, grandmom, or the newly married couple on your list.   The bronze-ton legs and head support over 100 colorful pieces of cut glass in treasured Tiffany-style.  This elegant conversation piece is only 4 inches high and 8 inches wide, so it is easy to find the perfect spot for it.

This gorgeous accent lamp uses only a 15 watt bulb, so it is definitely more for appearance than for lighting, but it's pure beauty will make everyone gasp.

Handcrafted Stained Glass Made of Tiffany Style Turtle Accent Lamp

Vintage Metal Porch Glider Makes a Great Gift for Mom

Do you remember long spring and summer days sitting in a glider, visiting with friends and family?
This metal porch glider will invite your guests to relax and remember the old days when we lived at a more relaxed pace.
Imagine the delight of your parents when you give them this glider for their anniversary!

4D Concepts 71150 Metal Retro Glider

Cute Cake Stands

I do love whimsy and these unique cake stands are certainly that! This particular one features a lady with big green eyes, colorful jewelry and a hat resembling a lamp shade adorned with a big red bow.  Oh, and she's wearing a little black dress.
There are two other cake stands in this set and they can be stacked together to form an incredibly cute cupcake stand.  Cupcakes are very popular these days and this is a fun, fun way to display them. 

These cake stands are available individually but together they are smashing!  Desserts served on these cake stands will get noticed!  Very cute for a shower, ladies' tea, luncheon, or any other get together.  They are wonderful gifts as well.  Think of your favorite baker, a new bride, or anyone who loves to bake cakes and entertain.
These are not only functional cake stands but they are also kitschy, whimsical, fun pieces of art.

Baltimore Oriole Ornament, Beauty of Birds Collection

Every year Hallmark adds to the Beauty of Birds Series.  This beautiful Baltimore Oriole is one of the additions for 2011.

Birds look great on a Christmas tree as trees, of course, are their natural environment.  This beautifully detailed Baltimore Oriole ornament is #7 in the series.  As these birds become more rare some of them become quite valuable.

This Hallmark bird ornament is a great gift for bird enthusiasts or a nice treat for yourself!

To see more birds from the Hallmark Birds of Beauty Collection just CLICK HERE.

Pajamas for Plus Size Women

Plus Size Pajamas $34.99

Finding cute pajamas for a plus size woman can be difficult.  The pajamas featured here are made especially for curvy women.  Just because you wear a plus size doesn't mean you want to wear frumpy nightgowns or pajamas.
This set of zebra print pajamas are very stylish.  It's a two piece set with elastic waist for the pants and a notched collar on the top.  The satin fabric is soft and smooth.
Pajamas are one of those things that people don't always buy for themselves so they are a good gift.
Available in sizes M to 5X.  Washable.
To see more adorable pajamas for plus size women, CLICK HERE.

Baby Girl's First Christmas Outfit

Your beautiful baby girl will be adorable in Christmas photos wearing this cute new outfit.  Baby in this outfit would be a great shot for your Christmas cards too.  Photo Christmas cards are great way to update out of town relatives and to preserve memories.
This two piece baby's first Christmas outfit includes a bright red tutu trimmed in satin, and cute Christmas ornaments appliqued on the 100% cotton top.  It is available in sizes from 6 months to 3T.
Grandparents, this is a great gift idea for you.
To see more Baby's First Christmas Outfits CLICK HERE.

Fuzzy Slippers for Men

Warm fuzzy slippers are a great gift.  Seems like if your feet are cold its hard to get warmed up.  These Acorn Polar Moccasin slippers will keep his feet warm and toasty.
I gave a pair of these to my son about 10 years ago and he still wears them.  They have a rubber sole so they are good for light outdoor wear.
Slippers may seem like a cliche gift but there's a reason for that.  Anyone whose feet are always cold will appreciate warm slippers.   When the floors in your house are cold, there's nothing like a pair of warm fleecy slippers!
See more fuzzy slippers for men by CLICKING HERE.

Legends of Ireland Faerie Queen - Platinum Label Barbie

Barbie has certainly stood the test of time. She is more than 50 years old and still very much loved. Platinum Label Barbies are premium dolls for collectors. They are generally produced in very limited numbers and thus become very sought after.

The Legends of Ireland series includes this lovely Faerie Queen which is a Platinum Label Barbie.  There were only 500 of these beauties produced.  The Faerie Queen Barbie gets very good reviews, and customers report a high level of satisfaction with her.

The Legends of Ireland Faerie Queen Barbie is a very special gift for a Barbie collector.

To see more Barbie Platinum Label Dolls CLICK HERE.

Vera Bradley Fabric Tote Folkloric

Vera Bradley fabric totes are wonderful gifts. I have several tote bags and I use them all the time for several different purposes. They are great for holding your notes, notebooks, and pens if you are going to a meeting. Vera Bradley totes make toting your books to and from the library very easy. They are even handy for light grocery shopping. College students could make good use of Vera Bradley bags too.

Maybe you need a good looking bag to hold your knitting or other sewing. The other day when I was in Starbucks there was a group of 4 or 5 women sitting in a group knitting and chatting. They each had a great looking bag to hold their yarn and the things they needed.

When you are shopping for the women in your life consider a Vera Bradly bag. They are pretty, practical, and sure to be appreciated!

Vera Bradley bags have several matching accessories available too, such as this hard-shell eyeglasses case.  If you don't wear glasses it can be used for jewelry or medicines while traveling.    Buy a Vera Bradley  tote bag and fill it up with goodies for your lady friend. 

If your intended recipient is a reader consider tucking a Nook inside a beautiful Vera Bradley Bag. What a great gift!

Angry Birds Knock on Wood Table Game

Angry Birds: Knock On Wood Game

The Angry Birds Knock on Wood game is bound to be a big hit on family game night.
Build structures, launch birds from a slingslot type launcher, destroy the structure. According to reviewers on Amazon, this game requires patience to set up and some skill to succeed in destruction. For families who love the Angry Birds app on their iPhones and iPads, this game will be hours of fun.

PS Some parent reviewers reported using the characters to decorate birthday cakes, too!

Best Gift for Photographers-Hands Down

One camera that can be the best gift for photographers this year, hands down, is the Canon EOS Rebel T2i. This is one camera that will thrill both amateur and professional photographers and videographers. It has all of the high quality features of a professional camera that is user friendly, which makes it great for amateurs. One of the selling points of this camera is the amazing light and color sensors which can produce amazing video and picture stills even in less than perfect conditions. This picture taking wonder is going to be a favorite for the photographer in your life. No question about it.
Canon EOS Rebel T2i 18 MP CMOS APS-C Digital SLR Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens

Vera Bradley Tote

Vera Bradley Blue Lagoon Tote

This is the Vera Bradley Blue Lagoon Tote. Vera Bradley Totes are loved because of their sturdy construction and of course, their stylish beauty. Vera Bradley fabrics are bold and beautiful.

Vera Bradley totes have a 12 1/2 inch strap which makes them great for shoulder bags.  Backpacks are fine for some uses but when you want something classy-looking one of the Vera Bradley totes is the way to go.

As you can see the Vera Bradley Blue Lagoon Tote
is beautiful inside and out.  It has 3 interior pockets to help keep things organized.  This is a great gift for a lady friend who has everything, or the student returning to school.

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Vera Bradley Blue Lagoon Tote

A Dozen Roses Bracelet

The dozen roses bracelet holds 12 perfectly crafted red roses in full bloom and set in 24kt gold. How can you go wrong with red roses and 24kt gold? It's a gorgeous gift for the one you love.
The reason that red roses are so popular on Valentine's day is because they represent love. Fresh red roses are wonderful but they do not last. The Dozen Roses Bracelet will forever be a reminder of your love.
Birthdays or engagements are both appropriate occasions for giving the Dozen Rose Bracelet.  Of course, "just because" is a great option too.



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Dozen Roses Bracelet
Or click on the image above to purchase your bracelet.

Make Personalized Guitar Picks with the Pick Punch!

Is there a hard-to-buy-for musician in your life? You're in luck because we have the perfect gift for your guitar or bass player! The Pick Punch allows your musician to create a custom pick for guitar, bass, banjo, or other stringed instrument. Punch a pick out of an old credit card or driver's license, or even a discarded gift card or hotel check-in card - a perfect memento of a special vacation or a great gig! Any heavy-duty plastic about the weight of a credit card will punch into a great new, custom guitar pick!

The Pick Punch is an extremely heavy-duty metal product; it looks a bit like an overgrown hole punch. It will last to make thousands of custom, personalized picks for your player!

Once your player has enough custom picks that you're wondering what to do with them, or maybe with a really special commemorative pick, you can make your own guitar pick necklace - another great idea for the hard-to-buy for musician!

Jaycee Dugard's New Book: A Stolen Life

Jaycee Lee Dugard has written a new book: A Stolen Life: A Memoir.Hers is a very unique memoir because her life has not followed the normal patterns that most people's do. You see, Jaycee Dugard was kidnapped at the age of eleven and sadly, that was the end of her childhood. She was not allowed to utter her real name and was kept hidden in a ramshackle back yard compound for eighteen years. A sequence of events led to her rescue and she and her two daughters have been reunited with Jaycee's family. Jaycee is a remarkable young woman who insists she is not a victim but rather a survivor. Read her amazing story in A Stolen Life: A Memoir.

Baseball Game Tickets in a Mug for Your Baseball Dad

Worlds Greatest Baseball Dad by TLCGraphix

If your dad loves baseball, then how about a two-in-one gift for Father's Day this year?  First, choose baseball game tickets for dad.   Then, for a great way to disguise the tickets and the second part of your present, choose this awesome World's Greatest Baseball Dad travel mug.  Besides this high-quality stainless steel version, it's also available in white or in a traditional coffee mug style. 

Place the tickets in an envelope inside the mug, then wrap the mug for a Father's Day present he'll love the minute he opens it and finds two gifts in one!  Whenever he uses the mug, long after the last out of the final inning, he'll be reminded of your love and thoughtfulness.

Lucky dad!  Lucky you for having a baseball dad.  Enjoy the game!

Quick Links:
Get MLB Baseball tickets with free shipping here
Choose your favorite World's Greatest Baseball Dad travel mug here

Pajamas With Cats

This is a cute pair of pajamas for a cat lover. I don't know about your cat but mine can be very persistent when she wants something. "Meow, Meow, MEOW!" A cat face made from ASCII art is the basis for this cute kitty cat design. These pajamas come in a couple of different color combinations. You can get dark plaid pants or a black t-shirt if you prefer. It's a great gift for that person who loves cats!

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To see the entire collection of ASCII Cat Pajamas click HERE