My girlfriend has three hundred different monkey charms. So I thought I had my work cut out for me when she told me the only thing she wanted for Christmas was to expand her collection of this sterling silver jewelry. But I am brave; and besides, I thought it was a bit of a challenge. So I did what every red-blooded American male does when daunted; I called her sister! Mandy and her sister Rose have been close since childhood, and I knew if anyone could tell me where to look for unique handmade jewelry, she could. more…

Looking for cool keychains? Here’s the deal; key rings are a dime a dozen. People sometimes even give them away for free! But if you want to keep your keys all together in a unique way, these animal-related ones are not only fun, but they are well-made as well. I ordered one for each of my siblings (I have 5 of them!) for Christmas and you’d have thought I’d given them car attached to the key chain the way they carried on. more…

The Bastard Sword is a medieval sword that was used in Europe during the dark ages. The sword is a Hanwei reproduction that has been created by Paul Chen. The sword has been named bastard sword as it is French originated word that refers to ‘a hand and a half sword’ or ‘long sword’. The sword was originally created for foot soldiers and was used everywhere in Europe during the 1500’s. more…

Trying to decide what gift to give one of the men in your life? I have been perplexed by this question myself a time or two. I’ve spent countless hours shopping from store to store trying to foster gift ideas. Hoping that just the right something will fall off the shelf and hit me in the head. It never does, and I usually come home with nothing. Frustrated by the time wasted, and my inability to put my finger on what would make him happy. Then it occurred to me: Why not send him a gift basket? It’s a surprise, it’s fun to get a delivery, I can find one to suit his interests and my budget. Most importantly, I don’t give myself headache thinking about it, and I can do it all online. I can customize my message and know for certain that I have given him something I have selected just for him.

Once I started looking at gift baskets, I realized the only work I had to do was think about what he likes or doesn’t like. I found baskets for the golfer that included a golf towel, tees, score card, smoked sausage and many other snacks. I loved the Greg Norman Estates Shiraz wine and cheese gift basket. I have serious coffee drinkers in my family, and I found gourmet gift baskets with multiple coffees, coffee mixes, gourmet biscotti etc. and it came packaged in a “French Roasted” gift box and café ribbon. The point is don’t stress. Baskets come in many different price points, there is a wide selection, and it can be delivered just as you dictate. Relax and know you have selected something great.

Easter is a time of rebirth, renewal, and that clean feeling of spring. This year why not go green with your Easter basket. What better a way to give the Easter spirit, than by giving back to mother earth along with your Easter gifts recipient. more…

I love that the artist called these handmade earrings “swirled green frog earrings”. Doesn’t it just describe them perfectly? I have no idea how they got that effect, but it is a beautiful one. I am all about great colors and patterns of colors. And, to be honest, I really like frogs as well. So this was a no-brainer for me. They are just a little larger than most of my frog earrings, but that way they’ll be noticed more. And they are so inexpensive that I can easily justify getting them just for myself. I deserve them! more…

Who doesn’t enjoy a getting a gift?  There’s no greater joy than receiving a gift that you weren’t even expecting.  Combine unexpected gifts with food, and you have yourself a winning combination.  Food as a present have always made an excellent gift idea.  Take France for example.  If you arrive at a friend’s house, don’t arrive empty-handed; you always bring a gift.  A bottle of wine, a bouquet of flowers, and a box of chocolates are usually the norm. more…

This gorgeous group of precious metal reminders would not only be unique gift to give someone you love, but a way for them to think of you every time they fasten on their silver bracelet. Silver charms can represent everything from a trip to France to a favorite puppy or bird. I prefer animal-themed charms, but I think it’s fun to mix it up a little and put some another type of sterling silver charm or two on a pretty bracelet. more…