Gaudy

I love big, gaudy rings. Above is my collection. I bought all but one--which was a gift--and paid no more than $8 for any of them. I think they are fun, feminine and create interest. Plus, I personally think any hand can pull them off. Target has a huge collection of them, but I also see them just about everywhere. My favorites have the stretchy one-size-fits-all kind of band.

Making the Ordinary Special

I picked up these little gems at Michael's on Saturday. They were only $1 a pack (over in the bargain section). This is why these are wonderful:

1. Anyone can make cupcakes (you know, from a box, with icing from a container). Even me. Whip up a batch and bake them in these cute muffin liners, and voila, they look special. Wrap a few in cellophane and you've got a sweet little gift.

2. You could use these to hold cake balls. Place 2 or 3 in a liner, wrap with some cellophane, and again, instant gift.

3. One more fun use... My work friend filled her liners with candy corn at Halloween and placed them on a table during our staff meeting. We could easily grab a liner and munch on sweets during the meeting.

meaningful, unique, handmade

Lisa Leonard Designs owns me. Her tag line is: "Meaningful, Unique, Hand made Jewelry." And that it is. Every piece feels special. Many pieces can be customized, like the one I have with my sons' names on it. It is mommy jewelry without the cheesiness. And it's not priced for only those with a money tree in the back yard. Check out her website here.