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■ Simply Vera Vera Wang Knit Overlay Sequined Hat$15.60, matching scarf $21.60, and sequined � ngerless gloves $15.60 at Kohl’s

■ Beautiful Homegrown Poinsettias Starting at $19.99 at Memorial Florists & Greenhouses, Inc., 2320 S Memorial Dr., Appleton420 E Northland Ave., Appleton314 S Commercial St., Neenah

■ A Timeless Classic: “Martini” Diamond Stud Earringsfrom Tennie’s Jewelry, 208 E. College Ave.,Appleton. 920-734-1858, tenniesjewelry.com

■ Recycled Silk ProductsGive a material a second life! These beautiful products were all made from recycled silk. In this picture: Winter Hats, Mittens & Gloves, Scarves, Handbag, Yoga Mat Bag & Table Runner. Globally Sound Fair Trade Imports & USA Made, 604 W. College Ave.

■ Recycled Tire Wallets & BagsThese wallets, accessories bags, handbags & laptop bag were all made from tires. They are handmade in Nepal by people who live across the street from where the tires were being burned. To save their lungs and the earth they created a sustainable job for themselves by giving these tires a new life.Globally Sound Fair Trade Imports & USA Made, 604 W. College Ave.

■ Real Butter� y Wing PendantsAfter living a full natural life in butter� y houses in New Zealand and Peru these beautiful butter� ies have been “recycled” into sterling silver pendants and earrings. No two are ever alike! ($29.95-59.95) at Angels Forever-Windows of Light, 310 W. College Ave.

■ Leopard Print Cardiganfrom Twelve By Twelve, $29 at Forever 21.

■ Butter� y Jewelry by Barbara Bosco of the Upper Peninsula, Barbara is known internationally for her jewelry made of naturally expired butter� ies. She will be retiring in January of 2011 and her work will no longer be available.Coventry Glassworks & Gallery, 514 W. College Ave.

■ Faeries (especially popular with the teen crowd since the Twilight” movie series) “Faerie Tails” cat faerie ($18.95), “Direwood” by Nene Thomas and “Silvermoon” by Jessica Galbreth. Many of the sculptures are limited edition and are in high demand. Beautifully detailed, these faeries are modeled from two dimensional artists’ prints or paintings. ($19.95-$49.95) at Angels Forever-Windows of Light, 310 W. College Ave.

By Jamie Popppostcrescent.com/craveblog

Traveling to distant indoor and

outdoor malls and outlets can be

a daunting experience even for

seasoned shoppers who plan a whole

weekend around buying. It can be

an even bigger challenge if you’re

plotting your strategy in the midst

of skyscrapers in any of our nations’

haute fashion districts. Rather than navigate through blocks

and blocks in a city “ward” before the holidays, check here

� rst.

Retailers in the Fox Valley shop from coast to coast to

bring the latest in apparel, accessories, clothes, makeup and

nationally touted gadgets and books to the area. If you bypass

local, you might want to look again; local shopping options

really are endless.

The Fox Cities are lucky to have nationally sought-after

retailers ranging from Sephora and Coach to Pottery Barn and

Williams-Sonoma. But specialty stores from Oshkosh to De

Pere are steeped in distinctive style, designer stories, unique

one-of-a-kind pieces and wares such as pheasant-feather hat

woven by hand or original painters’ and photographers’

works.

There is no shortage of popular designer name- and boutique-

only brands available in Fox Valley boutiques. Recognizable

labels contribute to the exclusive shopping experience here.

Green 3, Zac Posen, An Ren, J Brand Houlihan, Velvet,

Sugar Lips, Theme and accessory designers such as Chicago’s

Nakamol, Scout or Voluspa perfume are among many options.

International � nds include Moorcroft pottery from England

and fair-trade hand-knit � ngerless gloves from India.

Shopping to satisfy taste buds isn’t hard, either. You can � nd

food, wine and sauces, too. Gourmet items such Wilmar’s

custom-made chocolate bars or worldly cold-pressed olive

oils and Snows Lake wine is available from The Olive Cellar’s

collection of limited-edition and restaurant-quality wines.

Whether uniquely handmade from area craftsmen and

women or shipped in from around the country and world,

you’re likely to spot exactly what you’re looking for without

leaving the comforts of the Valley.

Jamie Popp of Appleton writes The Crave, a shopping and trends

column that appears Sundays and Wednesdays in The Post-Crescent.

She also writes a Crave blog at www.postcrescent.com. If you have

shopping tips or column ideas for her, send an e-mail to jp.thecrave@

gmail.com or visit The Crave on Facebook by searching The Crave

Appleton.

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■ Mixit Bib Necklace$24.99 at JCPenney, Necklace has a weathered � nish for an antique look. Clear stone on silver- and gold-plated metal. 21 inches long with a 3-inch extender.

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ave you found enough Christmas gifts that are nice? Check out our top list and have no fear — your kidswill be all smiles when Christmas morn is here!

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■ Creationary by LegoWhen the game of Pictionary met the makers of Lego blocks, the result was this fun, fast-paced guessing game. Can you create a Lego sculpture that your team can identify? Price: $35

■ Holiday Barbie 2010 by MattelCollector’s item for this holiday season features Barbie in a festive red, white and gold ball gown. Details down to her fancy manicure are a delight for adults and/or children ages 6 and older. Price: $41

■ Scrabble Flash Game by HasbroPut a fast-paced, high-tech spin on the classic word game. Kids and adults will love the interactive “SmartLink” tiles that � ash and beep when a word is made successfully. Price: $30

■ Pillow Pets Designed by a mom who was tired of picking up her kids’ stuffed animals, “My Pillow Pet” is part pillow, part toy, all adorable. Check out the bunnies, bears, bugs and more. Price: $25

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■ The Sing-A-Ma-Jigs by Fisher-Price Funny, fuzzy little guys love to sing and chatter. Get two or more together and they’ll even harmonize. But they are ridiculously popular; shop early if you want a whole chorus! Price: $13

■ Play-Doh Sesame Street “Shape & Spin Elmo” Play Set by HasbroYour little one will love learning colors, shapes and counting with Sesame Street’s favorite little red monster. Set includes play mat, stampers, three cans of Play-Doh and more. Price: $20

■ Toy Story” Memory Game by HasbroTraditional match ’em up card game takes a modern twist with the unforgettable characters of this summer’s blockbuster hit. Gamers of all ages will love pairing up Woody, Buzz, Mr. Potato Head and all the Toy Story team. Price: $10

■ Christopher Pop-In-KinsBook and Elf SetClassic Christmas story of a helper elf and his adventures will make a perfect gift for any little person on your shopping list. Available locally at Bellybeans, 103 E. College Ave., Appleton. Price: $25

■ Padraig Cottage Slippers in all sizes from newborn to adult womens and mens are soft and woolly. Made by hand with natural materials these slippers are the cutest slippers you have ever seen. Ultra comfortable and made of lovely vibrant colours that will delight the whole family. Available locally at Bellybeans, 103 E. College Ave., Appleton

■ Dress Mix Pups Collectiblesin fashionable out� ts and accessories. Prices begin at $5.99 at Toys R Us.

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■ Solid Wood, Children’s Rocking ChairBuilt to last a lifetime, available in a variety of styles and � nishes at Amish Home Gallery, 1321 North Casaloma Dr.

■ “Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Ugly Truth,” the newest in the ongoing middle-school saga, $13.95 at bookstores.

■ Holiday Headbands, $5 each at Old Navy.

■ Power Wheels “Toy Story” Lil’ Quad by Fisher-Price, for 1- to 3-year-olds, goes 2 mph. $69.54

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■ Alphie The Learning Toy Robot helps a child learn colors, shapes, letters and more. $29.99 at Toys R Us.

■ Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Basketball Setteaches counting and motor skills. $29.24 at Kohl’s.

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■ Barbie Video Girl doll shoots video; the lens is in her necklace and a video screen is in her backpack. $49.99 at Target.

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■ Promenade Park Christmas Themed Shirts come in six colors and styles. $15.50 at Hollister.

■ Men’s Holiday Logo Graphic Tees,$5 at Old Navy.

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■ AE Coastal Handknit Sweater, $149.50 at American Eagle Out� tters.

■ AngelsAngel Star products that nurture a sense of inner peace and comfort touch the soul and inspire the heart. The collection, made up of both male and female resin angels has a classic ivory look, with � nely detailed designs and beautifully combine personalization and inspiration. ($6.95-$36.95) at Angels Forever-Windows of Light, 310 W. College Ave.

■ Handblown “Tree of Life”Glass Balls made by Kevin Robert Gray of Ontario, Canada. Approximately 5” in diameter. Coventry Glassworks & Gallery, 514 W. College Ave.

■ Nikon D3000 KitIncredible Pictures, 10.2 Megapixel DX CCD Sensor, 18-55mm Nikkor VR lens, 3.0” LCD screen, 3 Frames per second shooting, Built-In sensor cleaning, In-camera Red-eye reduction, 100-1600 ISO, D3000 Kit $549.99, After Rebate $499.99, MURRAY PHOTO and Video, Inc., 10 College Ave. Suite 110

■ EllipticalsThis Spirit Elliptical has 18” stride length, compact footprint, integrated console storage niche, transport wheels for convenient mobility, and water bottle. Find your Ellipticals and Treadmills at Baker Pool and Fitness, 1175 Westhill Blvd.

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■ Tagua Nativity & OrnamentTagua is an ivory-like nut harvested from palm trees indigenous to the South American countryside. Tagua is seen as an alternative to ivory helping to save elephants and is harvested without harming the trees so the landscape is preserved and ecosystem protected while also providing farmers with needed jobs. Globally Sound Fair Trade Imports & USA Made, 604 W. College Ave.

■ Solid Wood Rocking Chair: A gift that never goes out of style, these chairs come in a variety of wood types and � nishes available at Amish Home Gallery, 1321 North Casaloma Dr.

■ Insulated Klean Kanteens Keeps hot beverages (or food) up to 6 hours; insulates iced drinks up to 24 hours! Made of 18/8, food-grade stainless steel, it is extremely durable with high performance vacuum insulation. A 100% stainless interior means no BPA, phthalates, lead or other harmful substances! Available in 12 oz., 16 oz. and 20 oz sizes with loop cap. Cafe cap extra.Just Act Natural, 129 E. College Ave.

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■ Susan Boyle’s “The Gift”A mix of inspirational and seasonal songs, Susan Boyle’s “The Gift” is the follow-up to her multiplatinum debut. $11.98 at mass retailers.

■ Mariah Carey’s “Merry Christmas II You”contains both classic carols and originals by the songstress. $13.98 at mass retailers.

■ “The Taylor Swift Holiday Collection,” six Christmas songs from America’s musical sweetheart, $6.99 only at Target.

■ Annie Lennox’s “Christmas Cornucopia” Annie Lennox’s rich voice provides a “Christmas Cornucopia” of 12 holiday-themed songs. $18.99 at mass retailers.

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■ Celebration Barbie Hallmark Keepsake Ornament, $16.95 at Hallmark stores.

■ Happy Camper Keepsake Ornament, $12.95 at Hallmark stores.

■ Glass Penguin Gent Ornament, $10.95 at Pier 1 Imports.

■ Glitter Argyle Ornament,$4.95 at Pier 1 Imports.

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