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NecklaceDiana Abitz has created a stylish collection of hand-selected rocks, minerals and shells to enhance the look and lifestyle of today’s sophisticated woman. Her pieces represent a wonderful balance of color and shape. Each piece comes with a card explaining the historical interest, the geologic information and the perceived metaphysical powers of the stones, all used to create a unique look that will stand out any time of the year. Leawood Fine Arts, 11843 Roe Ave., Leawood, Kan. 913.338.4999 or leawoodfineart.com |
![]() Memory Block Can’t remember what was on his or her holiday wish list? Maybe this will help. Inspired by historical architecture, bookshops and museums around the world, Sid Dickens’ Memory Blocks provide an affordable way of decorating your home with handcrafted original works of art at a starting price far below that of paintings or prints. Memory Blocks are moveable fragments of art, inviting us to imagine our own treasured stories. Start with a single tile and build your collection. Belle Maison, 6972 N. Broadway, Gladstone, Mo. 816.436.1446 |
ToffeeAn especially delicious and well-known type of toffee includes grade AA butter, pure cane sugar, Guittard chocolates, California almonds, Hawaiian macadamia nuts, dry-roasted pistachios and hazelnuts, dried tart Michigan cherries and Ocean Spray dried cranberries. It’s all handcrafted in small batches then portioned and packaged by hand without the use of artificial preservatives, high fructose corn syrup or trans fats. Shown here are milk chocolate almond, dark chocolate hazelnut and white chocolate macadamia. It’s a stocking-stuffer worth looking into. Tall Grass Toffee Company, Lenexa, Kan. 913.599.2158 or tallgrasstoffee.com |
![]() Handbag This chic, sophisticated vegan handbag by Matt & Nat makes for a great surprise under the tree. Inder Bedi designs handbags made of supple synthetic leathers, a gift all animal-lovers will appreciate. Shown is the Trench model in blueberry with dark brown stitching from the Japanese Paper Collection. Keil & Co. in the Hawthorne Plaza, SW corner of 119th and Roe, Overland Park, Kan. 913.451.0112 |
![]() Body Velvet Undoubtedly found on many holiday wish lists is the Tryst body velvet by Lady Primrose. It’s sigh-inducing sensuous and has a captivating fragrance. It’s attractively packaged in a hand-blown decanter with a crystal band, which makes for a stylish and practical accessory for any bathroom. Annabelles of Hawthorne Plaza, 5017 W. 119th St., Overland Park, Kan. 913.345.0606 or annabelleslinens.com |
![]() Decorative Santa From Midwest of Cannon Falls, the Roly Poly velvet Santa is a great addition to any home for the holidays. For those who collect Santas, give it as an early present and start the season off on the right foot. Each Santa is made from reproduction vintage bottle brush trees. Shown here is the large Roly Poly Santa. The Yellow Barn, 11272 Ridgeview, Olathe, Kan. 913.888.8976 |
![]() Barbecue Fan/Light For the grill master in the family, the double-duty fan/light generates a powerful breeze to cool the cook, blow away lingering smoke, and it has an independently controlled light for when the sun sets. It’s fully adjustable with an 18-inch gooseneck arm, and it attaches to the grill with a sturdy steel spring clip. Chic A’Dees Trophy, 10544 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, Kan. 913.341.6242 or chicadeestrophy.com |
Diamond EarringsIt’s true; diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but you might be next if you surprise her with a set. These diamond earrings are made of white gold and platinum with a three-prong “Martini” setting. They range from .25 carat total weight to 4.0 carat total weight. (If you’re making up for past holidays, go with the 4.0 carat earrings.) Jewelry Arts, 8221 Corinth Mall, Prairie Village, Kan. 913.381.8444 |
![]() Flameless Candles These unique wax candles flicker and glow like the real thing, but they are actually battery-operated with three LED bulbs, which create a flicker effect. Whether the candles are real or not (just like Santa), no one will ever know. They are available in a smooth white, beeswax drip and cinnamon red drip. Villa Decor, 8642 N. Boardwalk Ave., Kansas City, Mo. 816.841.9711 |
Kitchen KnivesA chef is only as good as the utensils he or she has to work with. Wusthof’s Classic Ikon is a knife with many details. Along with its red logo, it has an innovative handle that is triple-riveted with contoured edgesfor an ergonomic, comfortable fit and a more contemporary look. The knife is precision-forged from a single blank of high-carbon steel, is easy to sharpen and has a laser-controlled and tested cutting edge. The blade is ground thinner for less resistance, and the logo is also embedded on the end of the handle. (Not recommended as a stocking stuffer.) Ambrosi Brothers, 3023 Main St., Kansas City, Mo. 816.756.3030 or abcutlery.net |