Gifts of jewelry, pens, decorations and fun!
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You'll find a variety of gift ideas for the Mom, newlyweds and graduates on your list . . . some "typical" gift ideas and others more unique, but each item would make a wonderful gift for the people on your list!
Signals
My Baby Pop-Up Memory Book
- Favorite Features -
- fun pull tabs and pop-ups make this a unique baby book
- space to record all the important "first" of baby's first year
- quality paper and design
I love this baby book! It has to be one of the most unique and fun memory books I've seen. Space for photos, mementos and room to journal all the important things you want to remember about Baby's first year. I'd like to see one that covers more than just the first year, but any expecting or new parent who receives this book is sure to love it! Tremendously well done!
Pachelbel's Canon in D
Wind Chime
- Favorite Features -
- Handmade chime has six hand-tuned tubular bells and four solid bells
- The tubular bells are tuned to the notes: D, F#, G, A, B, D.
This chime is a unique and delightful gift; sure to delight any who receives it - and every time the wind blows they will continue to be delighted! Tremendously well done!
Buyers Direct
Favorite Features -
available in many designs, prints and colors - at least one is sure to delight someone on your list
very soft!
do a great job at keeping feet warm!
washable - and dryable in the dryer, too
brushed fleece exterior and Sherpa fleece interior
mix between a sock and a slipper
sizes for teens/women now and in the fall will also be for men and children
non-skid soles prevent slipping and sliding
Very cute, soft, warm and cozy, the Snoozie is a great foot covering - I did find the toe seam a bit uncomfortable, but do really like the Snoozie! I love the wide variety of designs available! The colors and prints add to the fun of the Snoozie! Extremely well done!
Enesco
Jim Shore Heartwood Creek
Favorite Features -
the Spring Angel Bell is a brass bell which features a floral vineyard design and the highly-detailed resin handle is sculpted as an angel with a beautiful springtime scene and bouquet of flowers and the Summer Angel Bell features a rosemaling design and the highly-detailed resin handle is sculpted as an angel with a beautiful coastal scene.
bells have a wonderful, clear, crisp sound to their ring
These lovely bells make a wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys Jim Shore's work, collects angels and/or collects bells! Lovely and unique they are sure to delight! Tremendously well done!
Disney Traditions
Favorite Features -
features Mickey & Minnie sharing a soda with glitter and floating confetti hearts in this heart frosted water globe.
lovely heart on the top really sets waterglobe off
Jim Shore's design adds to the charm
Again, this waterglobe makes a wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys Jim Shore's work, collects Disney and/or Mickey Mouse and waterglobes! Makes a wonderful birthday, wedding and/or anniversary gift! Extremely well done!
Disney Traditions
Favorite Features -
four copper pipes - lovely tone/sound
includes a chain for hanging
This wind chime is sure to brighten the day of any one on your gift list who receives it! If you have someone who again, enjoys Jim Shore's work, collects Disney and/or Mickey Mouse and windchimes - this is the perfect gift! Makes a wonderful birthday and unique mother's day gift! Tremendously well done!
Gregg Gift Company
Ages 3+
Favorite Features -
four piece set includes a plate, bowl, fork & spoon
dishes feature Bob the Tomato, Larry the Cucumber and Jr. Asparagus and says, "God Made You Special"
dishwasher safe on the top rack
I love this set - not only will children be able to enjoy their meals with Bob, Larry and Jr, but they will be reminded of God's love and how much He values them! Great gift for a birthday or Children's Day! Tremendously well done!
The Bell Collection by Jewelry John
Favorite Features -
silver bell necklace adorned with children at play, around the bottom of the bell blocks spell out "grandchildren", the bail says joy and the clapper is a piece of candy
pendant includes free USPS delivery, a polishing cloth and a story card
size 1 1/2 inches
chains available separately
This is one of my favorite items in this year's review! Any grandmother would be delighted to receive such a gift! The story card reads, "I hereby accept my duties as a grandparent. I solemnly swear to spoil my grandchildren to the point of personal bliss. I promise to take them to the park, feed them cake and ice cream, and smother them with my love." Charming bell with a delightful "ring", this pendant makes a unique necklace certain to be treasured! Tremendously well done! (Necklace bells are available for Mom's, too)
Favorite Features -
silver bell necklace adorned with words like “Granny” and “Memaw” decorating the sides, cleverly designed with an apple pie on the top of the bell and the clapper is a wooden spoon!
pendant includes free USPS delivery, a polishing cloth and a story card
size 1 1/2 inches
chains available separately
Again, this is one of my favorite items in this year's gift review! Any grandmother would be delighted to receive this gift! The gift card reads, "Grandmother, Granny, Nana or Memaw - no matter what you call yours, this bell will remind you of her, and of all the special times at her house. Very likely here is where you heard your first Bible stories. You can almost smell the apple pie on top, or see her stirring something yummy with her wooden spoon, represented by the clapper." The Grandmother Bell is also a charming bell with a delightful "ring" certain to be treasured! Tremendously well done! (Necklace bells are available for Mom's, too)
Rudy Project
Favorite Features -
black gloss frame with smoke lens
hard case and soft pouch
adjustable nosepiece
hidden hinges
interchangeable lenses - quick change lenses
prescription lenses available
Replacement Lens Guarantee - lenses scratched for any reason replaced, no questions asked - just pay S/H
3 year warranty US/Canada
Rudy says they have advanced science, design and performance and they are right! These glasses are not only comfortable to wear, but make seeing more comfortable for your eyes! I have MS and it has damaged my eyes, but these glasses ease my strain and discomfort . . . anyone who receives them will notice the difference they make whether they have MS or not! Attractive design and extremely functional - tremendously well done!
Favorite Features -
quick change interchangeable lenses and prescription lenses available
eight color combinations available
safety hinges, anti-slip T-lock temple tips and adjustable temples and nose piece - makes the glasses more comfortable and secure
You really can't go wrong with the gift of Rudy Project Sunglasses! The Gozen has so many features - they are clearly no ordinary pair of glasses! I find for my eyes - which are affected by MS/optic neuritis - these glasses significantly reduced eye strain. Stylish and comfortable, these glasses include a hard case and soft pouch for storage and make a wonderful and thoughtful gift! Tremendously well done!
Cross
www.cross.com
Torero Braided Black Rollerball Pen ![]()
***EASE of USE AWARD!***
- Favorite Features -
- beautiful styling - the burgundy embossed croc leather and braided leather are unique and attractive
- comfortable weight - I have MS and writing is much more comfortable with Cross pens
- pen writes smoothly and reliably
Cross pens have long been appreciated for their style, design and function as well as for their attention to detail! One special feature of the Cross rollerball pen is, as they say, "Cross Rollerball pens can easily be converted into a ballpoint pen, document highlighter or creamy porous felt-tip pen by simply changing the refill to desired type of tip." This makes for a very versatile and usable pen! I love the style and the look of the Cross Torero . . . this is a pen which will be used everyday. Tremendously well done!
Favorite Features -
- Capless rollerball pen, available in purple, red, blue or black ink
- slide-open technology for single-handed operation
- Can easily be converted to a ballpoint by using Jumbo Medium Ballpoint Refill
Stylish, fun and colorful, this pen is not only available in several colors, but uses the Cross gel ink - which is also available in several colors! Again, like all Cross pens, this pen has a comfortable weight which makes writing, note taking and even just signing your name much more enjoyable! Attractive, stylish and tremendously functional this pen makes a great graduation gift and is tremendously well done!
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