New at Ann’s are some quirky and beautiful pieces for the home you can use yourself or give as gifts.  In the category, “for the person who has everything,” Annie Modica decoupaged pieces are artistic as well as functional.  Each is handmade and can be used as well as displayed.   Wouldn’t they look fine in your home?

These Hydrangeas don't make you sneeze, but they're ready when you do! Annie Modice tissue box cover, $162.50

Butterfly tissue box cover, decoupaged, $162.50

Annie Modica decoupaged "Paris" tissue box cover, $162.50

Annie Modica Texas Bar Tray, $290

Annie Modica "Grapes" square tray, $245

Lovelinks charms for a patriotic bracelet:  American flag in sterling silver with crystal red, white, blue sterling beads honor the American spirit!

Lovelinks "Stars & Stripes" charm, sterling silver, $45

Lovelinks red crystal charm, $69

Lovelinks clear crystal sterling silver charm, $69

Lovelinks saphire crystal sterling silver charm, $69

Ann’s just got Lovelinks Metallics beads!  These are sparkly in tones of gold, copper, silver and other metals.  They mix well with the beads you already have and add a bit of sparkle to your bracelet.  $69 each…come see them now at Ann’s!

Get a FREE box of Ann’s Texas chocolate truffles with any jewelry purchase in May!  The last day is next Tuesday, May 31, but we’re closed this Sunday and Monday (Memorial Day), so don’t wait!  Someone you know would love a jewelry gift from Ann’s, and the free chocolate makes it a sweet deal!

Lovelinks #1180011, "Sparkling Silver", $69

Lovelinks #0380014 "sparkling gold heart" bead, $69

Lovelinks gold bead with purple pattern, #0380010, $69

It’s wedding season, so if you’re looking for gifts for your bridesmaids, here is an idea:  small boxes that can be engraved with their initials.  Choose all the same shape, or give each maid her own unique box.  Ann will do the engraving for you on site and we’ll gift wrap them too!  Here are just a few ideas of the engravable items Ann’s has…come see us for lots more ideas!

(Prices listed here are for the item; engraving is quoted and priced separately.)

Small beaded antique-look rectangular box, $29.95

Beaded antique-style round box, $35

3.5" rectangular box with scrollwork, $39.95

5" rectangular box with scrollwork and roses, $49.95

Small ornate rectangular box with curved top, $29.95

Great big clocks make a statement in your room, much like a dramatic painting would.  These are reproductions of old clocks, all quartz operated (battery) and are large enough to be very interesting on your walls:

31" diameter wall clock, "Jacques Fontaine," $289.50

"Alexandre Martinot" 31" diameter clock, $385

"S. B. Chieron" 30" diameter wall clock, $385

"Fleur de Lis" wall clock, $195

48" diameter wall clocks is blue on white background with graphic Roman numerals, $395

Do you need a graduation gift?  

Leather travel pieces not only look great, they wear well and get better with age.  Smaller, personal pieces work hard to keep you organized.  Embossed leather has a western feel and comes in colors like red, tan, black and chocolate.   Rolling briefs hold all your office needs while on the road, and cosmetic bags are made to fit over the handle of the smaller rolling suitcase.  Or choose a duffel for weekend travel…what grad wouldn’t love one of these as a graduation gift? 

Update January 2012:  These items are sold out and no longer in stock at Ann’s.

Red leather vanity case slips over the handle of the rolling leather case for easy travel. Lots of compartments, $195

Red leather small suitcase rolls. $395

Red leather duffle, $295. Also available in black.

Leather shaving kits for the UT grad AND the Aggie! $94.50

Ann’s tote baskets are having a 40th anniversary celebration.  Reisenthel makes these fabulous totes and to celebrate 40 years, these limited editions in wild colors are available for a short time.  We received only 4 pieces of each one, so when they’re gone, that’s it.  Ann carries one of these to and from work every day.  Reisenthel tote baskets are extremely durable and fold down for storage.  Keep one in your car for your loose ends, or pack a picnic and take an adventure!  Perfect for tailgate parties, baseball games, swim meets, and shopping.  Limited edition tote baskets are $59.50 each, while they last.

With Ann’s Lovelinks, you can make a red and silver bracelet with Lovelinks’ beautiful red glass Murano beads.  Or just add a few red ones to the bracelet she already has.    Here, red is mixed with pink Murano colors for a bright finish.   Come see us and we’ll help you choose a few beads or make the whole thing!

"Candy Flower" red Murano glass from Lovelinks, $34 each.

Lovelinks "River Current" Murano glass bead, $34

Lovelinks sterling silver bracelet with heart clasp and flowers, $129, 3 sizes.

Nelson Rockefeller and Raymond Nasher collected and displayed works of art in their gardens, so why can’t we?  With the beautiful weather we’ve been having, wouldn’t it be nice to have sculpture to enjoy in your outdoor space?  Ann’s steel artwork is made to go outside and will continue to age with the elements, developing a unique patina.   And it’s affordable without a trust fund!  Ethereal shapes of angels and dancing children make your garden a delight, or make a wonderful gift for someone’s birthday or anniversary.   Start your collection at Ann’s today:

"Girl Dancing" garden sculpture, aged steel, $99.50

"Boy Dancing," aged steel garden sculpture, $99.50

"Girl Jumping Rope," steel garden sculpture, $119.50

Left: "Leapfrog," $119.50; right: "Star Angel," $99.50, steel garden sculptures.

"Garden Angel," aged steel, $99.50

Simon Sebbag new jewelry at Ann’s is a mix of stones and materials with sterling silver.   Treat yourself to something pretty!

Get a FREE box of Ann’s Texas chocolate truffles with any jewelry purchase in May at Ann’s!

Simon Sebbag drop earrings in "lacy agate" and sterling silver, $137.50