May 2006 Archives

Stefanie Greenberg's handmade jewelry designs range from fine and delicate (like the tourmaline and citrine necklace shown here) to trendy and bohemian. Her unique approach to jewelry design blends stringing, wire wrapping and metal working with precious metals and semi-precious and precious stones. Some of our favorites include her chunky and dramatic necklaces and long layered charm necklaces.

$140 at butterfly-creations.net

This soft and roomy tote is destined to be your 24-7 favorite all summer long with its braided handle and brass studs. Large enough to hold a few magazines, work folders and all your essentials while garnering compliments everywhere you go. Also in black.

$198 at nordstrom.com

Something about a wedding turns every girl into something of a bridezilla - and after all we do, we deserve to be princess for one day. This cute tank let's everyone know it's all about my wedding, whether you wear it shopping for your dress, at your bachelorette party, getting hair and makeup for the big day - or just lounging around. We found this and more bride-worthy items at this fun site dedicated to all things wedding.

$26 at weddingish.com

These quick 'n easy iron-on patterns make rocking embroidery, needlepoint and paper crafts a snap - and they'll never be mistaken for grandma's stitching. Set of three includes rock n roll, craftopia and tattoo patterns. All you need is a hoop, needle, & some embroidery floss to add fun designs to clothes, towels, sheets and more.

We found this and more fun stuff in the "Next Big Thing" section at this favorite site.

$9 at fredflare.com

$24.99 at amazon.com

With Father's Day just around the corner, perhaps you know a new or expecting dad that could use a little help. This entertaining and tip-filled CD-ROM offers hundreds of interactive baby lessons and more set to a fun mobster parody "he can't refuse".

$34.95 at amazon.com

Angelina Jolie, Heidi Klum, Gwyneth Paltrow and Mariska Hargitay have already received this ultimate survival kit that comes pre-packed with baby's most important 1st year essentials. The ultimate gift for any new parent, it features a onesie, bib and burp cloth, diapers, changing pad, rattle/teether, bottle, pacifier, sun hat and travel wipes packed in a roomy tote that comes in a variety of great prints.

$125 at babydish.com

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