Friday, April 25, 2003
The Insatiable Shopper
Scouting the marketplace with Joy Kraft
Now that we have Easter tucked away, it's not too early to think about Mother's Day in two quick weeks. A never-miss idea for most moms and grand moms is a photo of one - or all - the kids. But why limit snapshots to frames propped on a desk or hung on a wall? Here are three nifty ideas for having loved ones at your fingertips.
Brighton Collectibles will make your favorite snap part of its two best-selling handbag styles, the Virginia and Vanessa. The Virginia (shown) has a woven frame, $270. The Vanessa uses a larger photo on both sides of the bag, $200. The process takes about two weeks at Brighton's California factory, so order soon at Brighton in Kenwood Towne Centre, 791-7780.
Set of four cherry or walnut coasters from Uncommon Goods puts a conversation piece at your fingertips. Each disc has a removable sleeves for a 1 3/4 -inch-by-2 1/2-inch photo and four tiny feet to keep your drink steady. $30 at Web site; (888) 365-0056. A portion of every sale goes to your choice of four nonprofit organizations.
In a tight work station, this silver-plated 9 1/4-inch-by-7 3/4-inch mouse pad from Red Envelope offers a solar-powered calculator and a photo frame for mom's favorite snapshot. Three-initial monogram available as well. $35 at (877) 733-3683 or Web site.
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