Personalized plates and more

I found this adorable shop on etsy today while browsing their "pounce" feature. You can see items that just sold and pounce on the store that sold them to see what else they have to offer. I saw an adorable hand painted cross that sold so I clicked to see what else was to be found. I immediately ordered the custom ceramic personalized necklace for my niece's final bday present (I've been sending her gifts for the past few weeks to spread out the joy!)

What really impressed me were the custom plates and serving dishes. I love the platters for families that can be personalized (wonderful gift) and think these children's plates are just fun! And at $18.95 I think you'll find they're the best price around (others sell for $40 and up!) Got to http://www.cutiepatooties1.etsy.com/ to see everything!

Dripstiks & Cookware from Hearthsong

Boy, I wish I had these this summer, they sure do look like they would have come in handy. I think I'll go ahead and order them anyway, just in case. Invented by a mother of five ice-cream-loving kids, these handy holders catch sticky drips before they can hit floors, car seats, and clothes. The soft-plastic stiks have a Popsicle®-stick holder in one end and a cone holder in the other, each surrounded by large drip-catching cups.Also love this "green" cookware & dining set. All 27 pieces are made from milk jugs recycled into one of the safest, sturdiest, most nontoxic materials around. The unbreakable set includes a stockpot with lid, skillet, and 4 plates, bowls, cups, forks, knives, and spoons, all designed with crisp, clean lines and packed in a reusable recycled cardboard box.

Available at www.hearthsong.com