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Money Pot
A grown-up piggy bank. According to the site, you smash your money pot, make a wish, and use the money on “good things.” Like decorative items in which to keep your money.
$40 at Manor Home and Gifts
Posted: 26 Jul, 2007 in Novelties -
Personalized Photo Book
Admittedly, you’ve been stalling on a thoughtful gift. Fortunately, Shutterfly lets you assemble a lovely personalized photo book in about half an hour.
Thanks, Andrea!
$40 at Shutterfly
Posted: 12 Jul, 2007 in Novelties -
Travel Pillow
Blow-up pillows are usually a drag, but the knit cover makes this one comfy.
$15 at MoMA Store
Posted: 12 Jul, 2007 in Novelties -
Domke F-2 Original Bag
A serious camera bag that won’t make you look like a jackass with a “Rob Me” sign slung over your shoulder when you’re traveling. Via Cool Tools
$108 at Amazon
Posted: 21 Jun, 2007 in Novelties -
Risk It / Play It Safe Coin
In hopes of ending all, “I don’t know, what do you want for dinner” conversations.
$4 at Shop at Good
Posted: 21 Jun, 2007 in Novelties -
Green Dimes Junk Mail Prevention
I would pay someone a great deal more than $36 to take away all my junk mail. And they’ll even plant a tree for you. Now if only I could find some way to do this with telemarketers.
$36 at Green Dimes
(For a year.)
Posted: 18 Jun, 2007 in Novelties -
Invisible Ink
I’m charmed by this ink, which shows up when the paper is warmed slightly over a light bulb, and then goes invisible again when it cools. Exchange secrets with the kids, or add an extra element of romance to your love notes.
$16 at The Library Shop
Posted: 14 Jun, 2007 in Novelties -
Already-Packed Maternity Bag
She can barely get out of bed, let alone think about packing. This pre-packed diaper bag contains everything she’ll need at the hospital: a disposable camera, snacks, a comfy t-shirt for a birthing coach to change into, and a ton of organic bath and body products. Cool shower gift.
$180 at Birth'a Bag
Posted: 08 Jun, 2007 in Novelties -
Camera from Paris
A gift that captures the pleasures of anticipation. You get a disposable camera that has 27 undeveloped shots of Paris taken by different artists. Develop the film and satisfy your curiosity, or simply display the camera as a nod to the allure of an unopened treasure chest.
$86 at Up to You Toronto
(Price converted from Canadian dollars at press time.)
Posted: 11 May, 2007 in Novelties -
HOTdog Discovery Kit
This puppy-care kit includes: - Dog Shampoo,
- Fresh & Lustrous Spray, which acts as a coat conditioner,
- A sample of dog-safe perfume that will keep your pet smelling clean for a few days,
- A good old fashioned ball. Now head to the dog park so your dog can roll around in something ripe.
$22 at Fruits and Passion
Posted: 09 May, 2007 in Novelties -
Luggage Tags
Remove the tattered, stained red ribbon from your black suitcase handle and replace it with one of these clever plastic luggage tags. I favor the one that reads, “I’m pretty sure this isn’t your bag.”
$12 at Pamela Barsky
Posted: 08 May, 2007 in Novelties -
Custom Pencil Urchin
COVET Jennifer Maestre takes pencils (in colors of your choice) and makes spiny sea urchin sculptures. Great gift for a professor or an artist–not so good for the parents of creative toddlers.
$125 at Jennifer Maestre
(2 x 4 x 4 inches)
Posted: 03 May, 2007 in Novelties -
International Icon Tarot
If you’re into Tarot, and seriously, who isn’t? This is a lovely set.
$30 at Glow in the Dark Pictures
Posted: 25 Apr, 2007 in Novelties -
A Year of Roses
MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE You don’t always remember to call. You didn’t exactly come home for every holiday last year. Nothing allays guilt like regular bouquet deliveries. If the price tag on a year of roses makes you feel faint, try the six-month or three-month options ($130 and $240, respectively).
$130 at Amazon
(Prices vary by number of months.)
Posted: 17 Apr, 2007 in Novelties
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