Posted on 12/06/2004 3:12:53 AM PST by BigWaveBetty
Everyone has someone they know that's hard to buy a gift for, a boss, the person who has everything, an aquaintance or neighbor you don't know too well or your child has friend he/she wants to give a gift. Here are just a few suggestions that I hope will help or inspire. Now, get shopping!
College Quilted Throw - $99
Wrap up in school pride with a College Quilted Throw. Admit it—you're an unabashed, die-hard fan...or know someone who is! Use this cotton throw as a blanket for the home, a proud wall hanging—even a warm wrap for the bleachers. Each is a bold presentation of school colors, handcrafted and handstitched with appliqué embroidery featuring the school mascot or name. 50"x60". Washable or dry clean. Catalog #16801
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College Slipper Clogs - Catalog #15800 - $45 - also at that link.
Lighted tabletop Christmas tree - $99.50
Minutes after this tree is delivered to the door, it can be shining brightly with holiday spirit. All the ornaments, ribbons and lights are in place—just plug in and enjoy. Ornaments look like glass, but are shatterproof Resiglas®. The 35 clear lights are commercial-quality. A thoughtful gift for someone without time to decorate. Traveling for Christmas? We'll deliver to your destination. Overall: 30"H. Catalog #68414
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Wine Gift Boxes
Catalog #67544 Single Wine Gift Box - $9.50
Catalog #68629 Double Wine Gift Box - 14.50
They'll enjoy the gift box long after the gift inside is gone. Here's a unique way to present a gift of wine! These handsome wood boxes bring to mind a spanish treasure chest that might be filled with doubloons, but these boxes are meant to be instant gift wrap for a bottle or two of wine. When the wine is gone, the chest is sure to be reused to hold jewelry, a rock collection, photos or other treasures. Two styles for standard 750 ml bottles: the single-bottle style is lined with felt and has a rich, warm finish; the unlined double-bottle style is decorated with an Old World map. both have decorative metal trim, sturdy metal handle, front latch and rubber feet. More information
Footstool
Price- $39.50
Catalog #68136 - Sueded Cord Cube
Catalog #67596 - Faux Suede Cube
Footstool weighs about a pound...holds up to 300!
Tired feet love it! Easy to carry from room to room. When you're not using this footstool as a resting place for your tired feet, use it as casual seating, or as back support when watching TV on the floor. Set a tray atop and it becomes an instant coffee table! Available in faux suede or sueded cord fabric; both are polyester/cotton with lightweight polystyrene fill. 11-1/2"Hx14-1/2" sq.
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Cracker Tray - 19.50
Catalog #68343
This elegant tray keeps crackers neatly stacked on the buffet table. This dish is better than a plate or bowl for serving crackers, because it keeps them from sliding around or turning into a crumbled mess. Handsomely styled in silverplated brass with decorative handles, trim and legs, it's also perfectly sized for serving baguette slices or tea breads. Approx. 15"Lx3½"W.
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Doodle-Case - $10.00
Catalog #64680
Hours of drawing and writing fun packed in a portable case! The kids will enjoy the trip more when you take the Doodle-Case on your next extended car ride or flight. Great for drawing pictures, writing letters, even doing homework ...mom or dad will be tempted to borrow it while paying bills on the couch or for writing letters while riding in the car. Inside this sturdy plastic case/clipboard are artists' tools for doodling, plus extra space to store their other tools. 10"Wx16"L. Case includes: 8 markers, 18 oil pastels, 12 colored pencils, pencil sharpener and 20 sheets of paper.
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Flip Flop Art
Catalog #68554 -Child's Flip Flop Fun Kit - $14.50
Catalog #68555 - Women's Flip-Flop Fun Kit - 19.50
She'll enjoy turning plain flip-flops into personal art!
Kids and teens can create shoes uniquely theirs! This kit has everything they need: a pair of plain black flip-flops, three tubes of paint, a bag of "jewels" and sequins, and waterproof glue. Child's Flip-Flop Fun Kit shoe size: XS(12-13), S(1-2), M(3-4) or L(5-6). Women's Flip-Flop Fun Kit shoe size: S(5-6), M(7-8) or L(9-10).
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Playhouse Log Cabin - $149.00
Catalog #68633
No tools required! Any child can build (and rebuild) this "log" cabin with ease.
This kit makes it easy for kids to construct their own playhouse they can use indoors or out! The set includes 71 soft, non-toxic foam pieces that interlock to create a log house with roof and chimney. No splinters, no rough edges, so it's suitable for children ages 2 and up. 36"sq.x52"H.
Please note: Because of its size and weight, this product requires a $10.00 shipping surcharge. This charge will appear at the summary page of checkout. For shipping to outside the contiguous 48 United States, please call customer service at 1-877-718-7901. Street address required for this product.
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Tulle Tutu - 48.00
Catalog #8498
Luxury dress-up. This frothy pink tutu features nylon tulle netting layers with fabric rose petals encased in the hem. Accented by four oversized fabric roses, the full elastic waist is banded with a wide satin ribbon. USA. Color: Ballet Pink. More information
Pair it with Petit Bateau Bodysuit – Infant & Toddlers
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Walkie-talkie wristwatches (5+ years) - $30
Catalog #134788
Move over, 007. These undercover devices allow young sleuths to hold their own covert conversations. Disguised as digital wristwatches that display the time and date, these walkie-talkies have their own built-in microphones and are fitted with an earpiece for hands-free communication. Range of approximately 400 feet. Four interchangeable colored front covers, antennae and cell-button batteries included. Set of two
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Swedish Ice Scraper/Mitten - 19.50
Catalog #68609
No more freezing fingers when scraping the car windows.
Two-blade scraper sweeps snow and chips ice. In Sweden, where this ingenious product was developed, they know a little something about ice and snow! With this scraper/mitten in your car, your hands will stay warm and your expensive gloves protected as you clear the car of snow and ice. The plastic scraper (approx. 8½"L) has a long handle that slips through the top of the mitten to provide a good grip. Two blades—one is soft rubber, the other is hard, non-scratching plastic. Mitten is 100% polyester in red with sheep pattern. Machine washable. One size.
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Character Clogs - 29.50
Catalog #67896
Slip into durable, easy-clean clogs for gardening or running errands. Keep a pair of these clogs by the back door so you can slip in and out of them when working in the garden, or making a quick trip to the mailbox or store. The bright ladybug and bumblebee designs are made of waterproof rubber with heavy-duty soles; removable neoprene liners add comfort and an extra splash of color. Just hose to clean. Waffle tread provides traction on pavement and in the garden. Women's whole sizes 5-11.
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Silver-plated wine stoppers - $35
Catalog # 156898 - with monogram - $40
Keep wine fresh (and well-dressed). Unlike corks, which can break or be difficult to reinsert, these heavyweight silver-plated stoppers are effortless to insert and remove. The sturdy corks provide an airtight seal, preventing wine from being spoiled by oxidation. Top may be engraved with a single initial. The set arrives in a black presentation box lined in ivory faux suede. Measures 3 1/2" x 1 1/4". Set of two. Exclusively from RedEnvelope.
Processing and shipping details: This item will take an additional five business days for processing if the personalized option is chosen. Personalized and nonpersonalized items sent to the same address will be shipped together. More information
Photo collage tote - $55
Catalog #158218
Any bag can accommodate their favorite things; this one makes room for their favorite people, too. Made of durable cotton canvas with leather trim, it displays three 4 1/4" x 3 1/2" round photo frames. The interior zippered pocket holds their keys and cell phone, while a gusseted design provides ample storage. The bag features shoulder-length straps for hands-free toting. Choose blue or red. Measures 15" x 7 1/4" x 12 1/2" high. Imported. Exclusively from RedEnvelope. More Information
Red Pitcher - $29.95
Catalog #16016
Perfect hostess gift filled with flowers. Bold in shape and shade, with a graceful flared lip and scrolled handle.
• Earthenware
• Made in Italy
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Velvet Vases - $24.95-$39.95
Catalog #'s 46035 - $24.95
46034 - 34.95
46033 - 39.95
The rich, luxurious shimmer of these gorgeous vases is created by layering gold and colored paint under clear glass. The gold interior is visible at the rim, adding a sparkle to the warm, elegant presence of each iridescent piece.
• Handblown
• Handpainted
• Water safe
• Made in Poland
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Magnetic Spice Rack - $32.00
Catalog #00750
Convert the jars of this magnetic spice rack from containers to shakers with a twist of the removable lid. The rack can attach to the wall or stand on its own. Also a clever tool for organizing a sewing room, workshop or office. Sticker labels and nine varieties of spices are included. Imported. Color: Stainless Steel.
Canister: 2" high x 2½" in diameter, with a 2" magnet on the bottom Rack: 14" x 9¾"
Nine spices included: mustard seed, pizza seasoning, caraway seed, bay leaves, coriander, mint, basil, marjoram, oregano.
Nine spices included: mustard seed, pizza seasoning, caraway seed, bay leaves, coriander, mint, basil, marjoram, oregano. More information
Our best selling Perfect-Fit™ Cami (What every lady wants) - #32.00
Catalog #24799
This supportive tank has a full underwire bra built right in!
Unlike most tanks (that have just a shelf bra and offer little real support) this one has a full underwire bra with adjustable back hook built in. Wear it on its own (no straps to show!) or layer it like a camisole under any jacket or shirt. With adjustable straps. Cotton with touches of nylon and spandex. Cotton in white, cafe, pink or black. A great layering piece---only from us! More information
Simple suede sneakers -$50
Catalog #G4083A - blue
Catalog #G4027E - pink
The comfort of your favorite sneakers with a retro flair. Soft suede upper with contrast stitching. Flexible rubber sole. From Simple®. Catalog/jjill.com exclusive.
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Donegal Wool Ribbed T-Neck - $118.00
Catalog #8350
(BWB's personal recommendation: I have one in Berry and it gets compliments everytime.)
Relaxed without being boxy, this soft pullover is rib-knit of beautifully flecked Donegal yarns. Features include a traditional fold-over turtleneck, fully fashioned long sleeves with turn-back cuffs and gentle shaping at the waist for a contemporary fit. 80% wool/20% nylon. From White & Warren. USA. Colors: Berry, Cornflower, Cocoa, Sprout. More information
Any Christmas Carson pics from your party?
G'mornin, Guild!
I've been scarce lately...bad, bad computer invasion. I can't even count the hours I've spent trying to dispel those little demons. Still not solved but I'm on their trail.
I know it sounds paranoid, but I strongly suspect that the hijacking is tied to Symantec. My Norton subscription expired and I spent a couple of days debating whether to renew it or buy the latest version. [even after expiration, the Norton products are supposed to still be protecting me...just not with the latest live updates. My update was only 2 days old.] I decided to renew...and thus began the nightmare. Without going into all the details, let's just say dealing with Symantec is the worst experience I've ever had. After I paid for renewal, I still couldn't update and, after many calls, was told I would have to pay more..and then more...and then...well you get it.
That's where my problems started. Within hours of the last phone call I was invaded by all kinds of hijackers. My disk space was eaten up so fast I couldn't even run my adware programs. I was within an inch of losing, but I've now at least gotten back enough disk space to work on the problem. I'm working with some guys over at "MajorGeeks.com" who are helping me exorcize these devils. I can't help but be suspicious of Symantec because the worse the problem got, the more their price for solutions went up.
Moral of the story: If you are running Norton anti-virus and Internet Security products, talk to me before you follow their instructions through the renewal process. My main regret is that I don't know how to attach all these little devils in an email to Terry McAuliff.
I can sympathize with you and your computer problems. I hired a guru to clean mine up. She installed AVG, SpyBot and Ad Aware in replace of Norton. So I'd update every couple of days.
Somehow I managed to delete something important in my email programing. My computer now locks up when I attempt to delete emails. I receive anywhere from 100 to 150 emails a day. I have a problem.
So glad you are back.
I resisted changing my email address for a long time. But when I went away for a weekend not long ago I came back to find over 600 emails in my box. After weeding thru them to retrieve the legit ones, I decided it was time to bite the bullet. I changed my email server to accept only the new email, but I could still check the old one by going to Comcast.net (my service provider). I still used the old addy for sign-ups. As long as I didn't use the new addy for registrations, I got no spam. Eventually I had to delete the old one because I got worn out trying to delete all the uninvited emails. As soon as I used the new addy to register in a few places...the spam started. But it's not anywhere as bad as the old one. Unless you have a serious need to keep the old addy, I'd suggest you go ahead and start a new email only for selected correspondents.
The January issue (of Esquire) features on the cover one of my heartthrobs, George Clooney, and he, too, speaks candidly. Asked what he'd do if he were president, George says that first he'd have to honestly answer questions like "Did you take this? Did you sleep with . . . ?" But adding a revolutionary approach to politics, he'd tell the truth.
His presidential goal?: "I'd try to take oil off the table. . . . The world is different and at some point we are going to have to deal with it when the oil runs out. . . . We take away the thing that makes [the Saudis] so powerful and we create a new technology along the way. It's a new day."
I can see the ticket now — George Clooney and Howard Dean in 2008! (Liz Smith, NY Post)
Former NYPD Commissioner Bernard Kerik conducted two extramarital affairs simultaneously, using a secret Battery Park City apartment for the passionate liaisons, the Daily News has learned. The first relationship, spanning nearly a decade, was with city Correction Officer Jeanette Pinero; the second, and more startling, was with famed publishing titan Judith Regan. full story
I hope to get a Carson fix soon. What a joy to have a little guy in the family. It was his first Christmas to have a clue - many smiles and laughs all around.
Judith Regan of Regan Books? How funny. I would have thought she'd have gone for someone with a bit more pinache. I was very supportive of Kerik and am disappointed in him to learn of all his indescretions, not to mention his alleged (and I do mean, alleged) ties to the Mob.
I'm pretty chapped with him for not saying "No" to W when he was first approached. We need someone who actually upholds the law. I wish Rudy would take it.
Honestly, I hope Rudy runs for pres in '08. I don't agree with his social stands, but I think we will need his strength on the WOT and I think he's a good guy - he's learned so much since the events of 9/11 - he needed some of his rough points sanded off and I think that has happened - I like him because he's a fighter. I like him because I think he'd be good for America.
OK, rant over.
No, you don't need therapy, but let me just say that boars have the most incredible "staying power" of any domestic animal. It is truly amazing.
Now, I think my standing in The Guild is in jeopardy, so I'm off to secret away my pearls and borrowed deviled egg dish!
Oh, and let me also clarify and say that I know this about boars because I am a large animal veterinarian and have had to do semen evaluations on boars. You have to smoke a lot of cigarettes to get to the evaluation stage when collecting boar semen! Now, go and live a good life!
do you have aol as your isp?
I found that norton & aol do not have a happy marriage. And that was after spending 80 on a complete program (that is NON refundable)
In my newly formatted harddrive I installed all the good patches, aol & norton. I could NOT connect to aol. after a few days of turning my cats blue from my language, it was determined Norton is the culprit.
I too am back with avg when I refort & do all again... with the blankety blank norton sitting on a shelf
Knock on wood, I've had success running Norton's WinDoctor from the CD - I no longer install it to the hard drive.
V-Catch is a good anti-virus proggie that has both free and paid versions.
SpyBot, of course, is great, and free, but the author does take donations.
Bit-Defender is good, and has free and premium versions.
Good luck with it all.
i use avg as my antiviral/firewall as dose Iowa Granny
I have spy bot; ad-aware (both free) and also purchased & use Spy sweeper for spyware.
funny with the spy programs.. they all find different thingsl
I never thought about using it from CD. that would possibly make a difference.. but I had installed the entire Internet security.. not just the anitvirus.
spyware will remmain the biggest problems in our computers in the future I believe...
first we thought spam was bad.. then virus.. now spyware..
what's next?
Boar semen scurge?
My brother and I are going to set up feeders
on a north Texas property and see if we can
get some "free" pork going on.
Yesterday, he gave us some venison sausage from his place in east Texas.
Those are some darned big feral hogs, Loddy! Shoot, all I ever expected in TX -- off the hog farm -- were javelinas. And I don't ever want to see a javelina w/o a shotgun! Preferably, w/o a machine gun!
I don't fort, let alone re-fort.
:)
Really, how dense can one be not to know that people are going to dig into your past when you're a presidential appointee (especially a president with whom the press is dying to find fault)? Did Kerik kind of forget his financial misdealings, his ties with unsavory types, his illegitimate child, his mistresses, etc., etc., or did he just think no one would care? He should have said thanks, Mr. President, but I think my closet has too many skeletons - not that they have anything to do with my homeland security qualifications, but we know that doesn't matter to the media and the opposition party - so I respectfully decline the offer.
Let's put it this way...I don't WANT AOL on my computer, but it keeps appearing anyway. I used it once about 5 years ago and I've never been able to kill it...it's like a vampire!
Do you rebut after you initially but?
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