Hot In The Hive: Customizable Canvas Necklace
by Alex Gambardella
Mar 8, 2010 6:39 AM PST
I've never really been into jewelry-making crafts, save for that small collection of ratty friendship bracelets I've made over the years at summer camp, but this Customizable Canvas Necklace is igniting a spark of creativity I never even knew I had! Each necklace (either silver or gold-plated) comes with a needle and coordinating thread so you can "embroider" your own pattern, icon, or message. Don't have any necklaces to match your new top? Make one! Can't wear that "Bobby" necklace that your old boyfriend gave you because, well, things with Bobby didn't quite work out? Well, this necklace lets you start over and brag about your new guy in just a few stitches. Of course, this requires that you actually have the time for a mini art project every time you want something new, but it's certainly a cool idea!
Price: $80 for silver, $95 for goldIt's All About You: Personalized Holiday Gifts
by Ida Hsiang
Dec 4, 2009 12:17 PM PST
There are some people out there who love monogramming their name and initials on pretty much everything. Although I do not feel the urge to engrave my name onto all that I own, I have to admit that it does have its appeal. Whatever the reason, personalized gifts are just that -- personal. What was just a "good" gift becomes a great and thoughtful gift with the addition of just a few letters and maybe a short but sweet message. There are a lot of products that now offer the personalization option so stray away from monogrammed lockets and towels that have been done time and time again and find something different! Click on the slideshow to see which items out there can be made that much better by a simple engraving or embroidery!