Since Jeaux’s still busy working (not enjoying Disney cruises like she would prefer), I thought I’d share this Gourmet Tea Set I came across the other day. I was looking for affordable gifts for casual acquaintances, and I thought this set was perfect. It can be so hard to find gifts for people you don’t know extremely well, without appearing cheap or totally thoughtless. This set seemed like a cute, classy gift that always anyone would like - no small task for something that costs slightly less than $20. For that price, you get the teapot you see below, along with four different teas to sample.
Gourmet Tea Set
Price: $19.0
Mother’s day is just a week away and this great travel mug may be the perfect gift for all those car-pooling moms for whom “Don’t make me stop this car!” is a standard refrain! This brightly colored ceramic mug measures 5.25 inches by 3.5 by 5.75 inches. The perfect size for those long waits between sports practices and piano lessons. Dishwasher and microwave safe.
And now this; have you ever wished you had your own media room complete with home theater seating?
My husband actually has one of these sitting on his desk…it was a gift from one of his employees on boss’s day. I always wonder what job applicants think when they see it sitting there or the already nervous employee about to ask for a raise or receive their annual employee performance evaluations?
A great gift for the boss in your life. The Tumbleweed Ashes jar is made of glazed ceramic and stands 5″ by 4.5″. Colors may vary.
I remember getting teary-eyed the first time I saw the famous Blue Marble photo of Earth taken by the crew of the Apollo 17 back in 1972, as they sped away from our planet. Looking at our Earth from such a great distance I’m sure it’s hard to imagine all the suffering and strife going on below. I guess that’s partly why I love these ornaments and their message so much, would that it were so simple…
Peace on Earth
Limited edition, dated, choose your year, 22 caret gold.
The word “Peace” in 11 different languages and the sign for peace in 22 caret gold.
These Personalized stoneware Crocks are hand-made in Pennsylvania and are decorated with the traditional marriage tulip…what a great wedding or anniversary gift! Crocks are available in blue or green and are 6.5″ wide x 8″ tall.
Businessmen usually don’t have many ways to personalize their attire or make a fashion statement. You have a suit, you have a tie, and you can only go so far with a tie. But check out these cuff links! The two realistically modelled bees are hand painted with yellow and black enamel and sterling silver. Each measures 3/4″L x 1 1/8″W. These unusual, eye-catching cuff links are designed by the very talented Jan Leslie.
By the way, did you know that the bee is a traditional symbol of French Royalty?
These colorful dots of gorgeous florals and fauna will brighten up your space this winter and remind you that the bare trees and snow blanketing the ground won’t last forever. The 10 ounce Fig Tea Candle provides 40 lovely scented hours of burn time. Candle is 4.75 inches tall.
This Pocket Sextant is similar to the ones used by intrepid Victorian explorers to navigate! It actually works too, (sort of) and it certainly looks authentic! The next time you’re lost and your wife is nagging you to stop and get directions, whip this out and figure your latitude and longitude! Or use it to add a bit of interest to your desktop. Measures 4.25″ x 4.25″ x 2.25″
Have you been searching for a moderately priced, yet luxurious gift? This lovely
AromaZone Chelsea Medium Giftset features six votive candles and one frosted vase, nestled in a lovely autumn colored fabric covered box. Candles come in scents of Rose, Lavender, Sweet Orange, Myrrh, Clary Sage and Peppermint.
The AromaZone Hannah Medium Sweet 16 Candle Gift Set features the scents of Ylang-Ylang, Sandalwood,Lemon, Bergamot, Melissa, Lavender. Fabric covered boxes make great places to store jewelry and keepsakes!
Either of these gift sets would be perfect for bridal showers, house warmings, or gift exchanges!
Just a reminder, October 31st is the deadline for getting into the “Win Bailey, Mohair Teddy Bear Contest Part Two!”
…write a post in your blog, listing five things for which you are grateful. They don’t have to be huge, earth-shaking things, they could be thankfulness for a friendly neighbor, a kind person who let you go first at the grocery store, a beloved pet who has made your life happier. Then link back to this post. The winner will receive this awesome mohair bear, made by my own little hands! His name is Bailey, and while he is distressed like Albert and made in the tradition of the famous antique bears, with German mohair, wooden joint disks, excelsior stuffing and antique button eyes. He is nineteen inches tall. Bailey is an artist bear, as such he’s not safe for small children…The contest will run until October 31st. The winner of this contest will receive Bailey, plus a review of their blog, to be given on their choice of my three blogs. I am not going to link to every person this time, as my daughter informed me that in doing that I am defeating my purpose of building links… so much to learn! So if you entered but did not win my last bear contest, don’t despair! Bailey still needs a home!
Christmas is coming and Bailey would make a GREAT Christmas present and there aren’t a huge amount of entries so your odds of winning are pretty good!
