Holiday Gift Review - Jewelry, Sunglasses and fine pens '08
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Jewelry makes a great gift for Christmas - and part of the reason is you can find lovely items in any price range! I love a nice pen - particularly fountain pens - and find they also make great gifts as they are an items the person who receives will use on nearly a daily basis! Consider some of the following items for your gift giving selections this year!
Moon River Pearls
Three-strand Multi-color
Pearl Illusion Necklace
Favorite Features -
Black, amber, bronze and yellow pearls cultured freshwater baroque pearls
pearls appear to "float" on three strands of wire
15" - 17" gives you a one piece layered look
Unique, deep-colored pearls are combined with the wire "illusion" necklace for the "scattered pearl" look sure to elicit comments from those who see you wearing it! This is a pearl necklace like no other and one sure to be appreciated and valued by any who receive it on your gift-giving list! Tremendously well done!
16"
10mm Black Pearl
Pendant
Favorite Features -
Single 10mm black pearl on a simple sliver chain
Simple, elegant and lovely, this single black pearl adds a touch of elegance to any outfit! Wear it with your "Sunday Best" or for a "touch of class" with denim, this is a pendant you will be able to wear anywhere and everywhere! Tremendously well done!
17" White Pearl
Sterling Silver
Swirl Pendant
Favorite Features -
8-9mm freshwater cultured white pearl with a sterling silver swirl on a sterling silver snake chain
Another affordable option which allows you to give the gift of pearls with a unique silver touch sure to be appreciated! This pendant is one you can wear anywhere, anytime for the perfect finishing touch to any outfit - dress or casual! Extremely well done!
7mm White Pearl
Stud Earrings
Favorite Features -
7mm white round pearls hand-matched for roundness, luster and color
white gold-plated sterling silver settings with a "swirl" setting
Truly a lovely touch to a classic piece of jewelry. Moon River once again shows the attention they pay to quality and design with these lovely earrings! Sure to be a gift anyone would love to give or receive! Extremely well done!
Black Pearl
Anklet
Favorite Features -
4-5mm AAA pearls
pearls are hand-matched and hand-strung
10" anklet with 18k white gold-plated sterling silver lobster claw clasp
Unique and fun this anklet is sure to be loved by any who receive it! Black pearl anklets are a fun way to dress up any outfit! Tremendously well done!
Bob Siemon Designs
Tiny Disc Music Note/Cross pendant
Favorite Features -
made of 100% lead-free pewter
reversible disc allows wearer to have two necklaces in one!
24" cord
Great for gift exchange or stocking stuffer or add-on gift! Dainty pendant with a message! Extremely well done!
Language Pendants
Chinese
Forgiven
Peace be with You
Hebrew
Be Strong/Courageous
Favorite Features -
100% lead free pewter
includes a black 20" cord
Unique and fun these necklaces are sure to be loved by any who receive them! Great conversation starters these necklaces are fun to collect an make a great stocking stuffer, add on gift or gift exchange item! Tremendously well done!
Narnia Shield
Zipper Pull
Favorite Features -
100% lead free pewter
Peter's shield with red lion on one side and the prophecy on the other
Fans of Narnia will enjoy this zipper pull - great stocking stuffer, add on gift or gift exchange item! Tremendously well done!
3:16 Pewter Pin
Favorite Features -
100% lead free pewter
taken from Max Lucado's book, "3:16, The Numbers of Hope" this pin is a globe with 3:16 over it
Great reminder of God's love and hope for us - great stocking stuffer, add on gift or gift exchange item! Extremely well done!
Rudy Project
Syluro
Sunglasses
Favorite Features -
2 year warranty
Rx insert available
Ergo3max for added comfort
quick change lenses
adjustable temple for a perfect fit
plastic and carbon makes glasses lightweight and durable
maximum UV protection
includes soft and hard case
Zyon
Sunglasses
Favorite Features -
2 year warranty
quick change lenses
UV protection
Rx friendly
adjustable nose piece
safety project side protects from wind and glare
adjustable temple provides a comfortable fit
T-lock temple lock system
You can't go wrong with Rudy Project glasses! Stylish and completely functional these glasses have the newest technology for sunglasses with design second to none! Tremendously well done!
Pilot Pen
Knight
Rolling Ball
Pen
Favorite Features -
available in a number of colors
comfortable weight
attractive design
This pen makes a great gift for the person on your list who has a lot of writing to do! Stylish and priced right. Extremely well done!
Cross Pens
Compact Fountain Pen
Sauvage Fountain Pen
Favorite Features -
portable size fits nicely in a purse
remove cap and put on the end for a full size pen
writes smoothly with no skips or drips of ink
available in four colors and three nib sizes
Favorite Features -
available in four colors/styles - we reviewed Moonstone Blue Python and found it tremendously attractive
very comfortable weight for writing - I particularly appreciate this as with my MS writing can be a strain - this pen does not cause me any strain when writing
available in three nib sizes
writes smoothly with no skips or drips of ink
I love Cross pens and find them to be an excellent gift idea! Cross has a wide variety of pens in all price ranges, but for portability ease and for overall attractiveness the Compact and Sauvage Fountain pens are certainly quality gifts whoever receives will truly love! It is clear once again, Cross has given considerable thought and attention to detail, design and quality with these pens! Tremendously well done!
Tech3 Satin Chrome
Pen/Pencil
Favorite Features -
unique and stylish pen allows writer to switch from black ink to red ink to pencil at the simple "twist" of the pen
great pen for the person who needs to write with black and red ink at work as well as pencil
Cross definitely gave attention to quality, style and function when they designed the Tech3! This pen is extremely user friendly and makes work easier and more enjoyable - writing with a fine pen is definitely more enjoyable! You can not go wrong with a gift of a pen from Cross! Tremendously well done, Cross!
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