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The items on this page comprise novelties you might find around your house. As you search this site, you will notice I have refrigerator magnets in several different places. The first set is here. I also have pillows, afghans, and items for children. Pertinent information is listed next to each item. Clicking on the picture will open a new window with a larger image.

Fruit and Vegetable Refrigerator Magnets These delightful refrigerator magnets are various fruits and vegetables and come in a set of 12. They range in size from 2½ to 5 inches and are made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas. They include an apple, banana, tomato, apple, radish, pineapple, eggplant, plum, mushroom, peapod, onion, and lemon.
This set can be yours for $15.
Looney Toons Refrigerator Magnets These animated refrigerator magnets are several cartoon characters and come in a set of 6, as shown. They will add a cheery touch to your kitchen or make great note holders at your desk. They are 3 inches square and made of acrylic yarn, cotton embroidery floss, and plastic canvas, and each has a 1-inch-square magnet glued to its back.
This set can be yours for $10.
Barnyard Animal Refrigerator Magnets These delightful barnyard animal refrigerator magnets are several different animals you would find down on the farm. They include a cow, rooster, hen, pig, and two geese and come in a set of six as shown. They range in size from 3 to 4 inches high and 3 to 4 inches wide, and they are made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas.
This set can be yours for $10.
Refrigerator Magnets These kitchen magnets are at home on any refrigerator. There are nine magnets in this set--each a different kitchen item. They measure between 1½ and 4½ inches and are made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas.
This set of magnets is available for $10.
Cat Refrigerator Magnets These adorable cat refrigerator magnets are different colors and come in a set of five as shown. They are each 1½ inches in diameter and were crocheted with acrylic yarn.
This set can be yours for $5.
Squirrel Refrigerator Magnet This cute squirrel refrigerator magnet adds a forest-like feel to your kitchen. He measures 4½ inches long and high and was crocheted with acrylic yarn.
This squirrel can be yours for $2.
Bunny 1 Magnet This cute bunny magnet was crocheted using acrylic yarn and has a black bead glued on for its eye. It is 2½ inches high and wide and has a magnet glued onto the back.
Bunny 1 Magnet is $1.
Bunny 2 Magnet This cute bunny magnet was crocheted using acrylic yarn and has a black bead glued on for its eye. It is 2½ inches high and wide and has a magnet glued onto the back.
Bunny 2 Magnet is $1.
Sun Magnet This refrigerator magnet adds a bright touch to your kitchen. It measures 3 inches square and was crocheted with acrylic yarn. The eys and magnet are glued on.
Sun Magnet is $1.
Apple Coasters These coasters add a bright spot to any room. The four coasters look like apple slices and measure 4 inches wide and 4¼ inches high. The holder looks like the outside of an apple and measures 4¼ inches wide and 5¾ inches high, including the leaf. They are made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.
This set can be yours for $15.
Mailbox Coasters These coasters are perfect as a gift to any postal worker. Each coaster is a "letter" and they all fit into the mailbox when not in use. The mailbox door closes to keep everything together. The four coasters measure 4¼ inches by 3½ inches each and the mailbox measures 4 inches high, 4¼ inches long closed (7½ inches open) and 3½ inches wide. They are made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.
This set can be yours for $15.
Book Coasters These distinguished coasters are great for any library. There are four coasters--each a different subject. The coasters are 4 inches by 4¼ inches, and the spine measures just under 1 inch. The holder is 4½ inches high, just under 4 inches deep, and 4 inches wide. They are made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas.
This set can be yours for $15.
Toaster Coasters These quirky coasters are great for brunch with friends. There are four coasters that fit into the slots in the toaster, and the jar of jam is attached to the side of the toaster. The toaster lever is sewn on. The coasters measure 3¼ inches by 4 inches. The toaster is 4¼ inches wide, 3 inches high, and 2½ inches deep. It is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.
These toaster coasters are $10.
Victorian House Coasters These bright Victorian house coasters are great for any living room. There are six coasters--each a different Victorian house design. The coasters are 3½ inches wide and 4½ inches high. The holder is 4 inches long, 2 inches deep, and 3¼ inches high. They are all made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas.
This set can be yours for $15.
House Coasters These vibrant house coasters are great for any living room. There are four coasters--each a different color. The coasters are 3¼ inches wide and 4¼ inches high. The white picket fence holder is 3¾ inches long, 1¼ inches deep, and 1¾ inches high. They are all made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas.
This set can be yours for $10.
Sailboat Coasters Each of these outdoorsy sailboat coasters has a different colored sailboat, which may not be the same as pictured here. They are 3¼ inches square and are made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas.
This set can be yours for $10.
Lighthouse Tissue Box Cover This seafaring tissue box cover fits over a boutique tissue box and is a great addition to a seaside home. It is made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas.
This sailboat tissue box cover can be yours for $15.
Welcome to the Lake Banner This banner is the perfect embellishment tor any lake house. You can almost feel the cool breeze against your skin. It measures 11 inches long and 8 inches wide. The hanger is made of yarn and adds an additional 3 inches to its length. It is made of acrylic yarn on plastic canvas and has felt backing.
Welcome to the Lake Banner is $15.
Tropical Beaded Banner This plastic-bead banner adds a tropical touch to any room and adds a definite touch of dash to a bathroom. It is 21½ inches long and 6¼ inches wide. The hanger adds an additional 4 inches to the overall length. It is made of plastic beads of solid and semi-translucent colors.
Tropical Beaded Banner is $30.
Cat Banner This wonderful small banner shows a cat looking out on a winter's night. You can almost feel how glad the cat is to be inside instead of out in the falling snow. The banner is 13 inches long and 6 inches wide. The fringe adds another 3½ inches to the bottom. It is made of acrylic yarn on plastic canvas.
This banner can be yours for $10.
Welcome Banner This heart-warming small banner has a distinctly welcoming air to it. It is 13 inches long and 6 inches wide. The fringe adds another 3½ inches to the bottom. It is made of acrylic yarn on plastic canvas.
This banner is available for $10.
Hanging Corn These crocheted ears of corn and husks make a great addition to any home as a delightful autumn decoration. Each ear measures 9 inches long. The husks at the top add an additional 10½ inches, and each husk has a chenille stem in the center making it easy to bend so you can adjust them all to whatever angle you want. The ribbon holding them together is 36 inches long and just tied so you can separate the ears if you want. All of it is made of acrylic yarn and stuffed with polyester fiberfill.
This bunch of corn can be yours for $20.
School Bus Pencil Case This charming pencil case would be a favorite of any child! The pattern is the same on the back as on the front and has an opening at the top that is closed with Velcro. It is 9 inches wide at the top, 11 inches wide at the bottom, and 6 inches high. It is big enough for full-sized pencils and pens and is made of acrylic yarn.
This pencil case is available for $8.
Acorn Potholder These crocheted potholders will add a warm, autumnal touch to your kitchen. They come as a set of two as shown, and each measures 9 inches long by 6¼ inches wide. They are made of acrylic yarn and work better than any potholders I have!
These potholders are available for $15.
Duck Potholders These potholders add a country touch to any kitchen. They were crocheted in the afghan stitch and then the duck was cross-stitched on. Each measures 8½ inches square and is made of acrylic yarn.
These ducks are available for $10.
Racoon Toilet Paper Cover This adorable toilet paper cover will add a woodsy touch to any bathroom. It fits a roll up to a circumference of 15½ inches or 4¾ inches wide and stands 9 inches high.
This racoon is available for $8.
Autumn Wreath This woodsy autumn wreath is a great fall decoration. There is a squirrel holding an acorn and an owl along with different-colored leaves and a pumpkin. The bow is crocheted and tied onto the form. It is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn, and the wreath is attached to a 14-inch styrofoam form to help hold its shape.
This wreath is only $25.
Autumn Tissue Box Cover This lovely tissue box cover will add a cool, fall feel to any room in your home. It fits any boutique tissue box and is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.
This tissue box cover is available for $15.
Green Tissue Box Cover This lovely pale-green-and-white tissue box cover will add a cool, sophisticated feel to your guest bathroom. It fits tightly around any boutique tissue box and is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.
This Autumn tissue box cover is yours for $15.
Floral Tissue Box Cover Floral Tissue Box Cover This lovely floral tissue box cover will add a colorful feel to any room in your home. Each side has a different flower, as shown. It fits a boutique tissue box and is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.
This flowered tissue box cover is available for $15.
Fish Tissue Box Cover This lovely aquatic tissue box cover will add a colorful and oceanic feel to any room in your home. It is perfect for any fish-lover. Each side is identical and the fish, clam, starfish, and seaweed are glued on. It fits a boutique tissue box and is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.
This undersea tissue box cover is yours for $15.
Barn Tissue Box Cover This barn tissue box cover will add farm-like feel to any room in your home. The two sides have a window and the front has a barn door with hearts and a small window. The back has a small window at the top with hearts. It fits a boutique tissue box and is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn.
This barn tissue box cover is available for $15.
Cow Hotpad This potholder is great for any kitchen. It measures 11½ inches high and 10 inches wide and was crocheted with acrylic yarn. It can also be used on your table to keep hot platters from sitting directly on your table. Or it can just be hung up in your kitchen as a decoration.
This cow potholder is available for $10.
Stop and Go Keychains or Coasters These Stop and Go signs come as a set. They can be used as keychains or they can be ordered without the holes and used as coasters. They make a great gag gift for a new driver. Each measures 3 inches high and wide and is made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas.
These coasters/keychains are available for $2.
Owl Potholder This potholder adds a woodsy touch to any kitchen--if you look closely, you can see the owl design knitted into the center. It can also be used to keep hot platters from sitting directly on your table or it can be hung as a decoration. It measures 8½ inches square and was knitted with acrylic yarn.
This owl potholder is available for $8.
Recipe Box This recipe box is a handy way to keep your recipes organized and adds an old-fashioned touch to any kitchen. It measures 6½ inches wide, 4½ inches high, and 3½ inches deep. It is made of acrylic yarn and plastic canvas. I lined it with blue plastic canvas so your recipe cards won't snag on the yarn.
This Recipe Box is available for $20.
Love Birds This bird banner looks great hanging around a doorknob or hung on a wall. It is 5¼ inches wide and 9¼ inches high, not including the hanger, which adds another 6 inches to its height. It is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn and has a white felt backing.
Bird banner #1 can be yours for $8.
Bird Banner This lovely bird banner is a wonderful addition to any blue room or a feminine sitting room. It is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn and has a blue felt backing. It measures 5¼ inches wide and just under 12 inches high, not including the hanger, which adds another 6 inches.
Bird banner #2 is available for $10.
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Love Doves This sweet bird banner is a great Valentine's present for a mother, mother-in-law, or grandmother. It is made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn and has a white felt backing. It measures 5¾ inches square and the hanger adds another 5 inches.
Bird banner #3 is available for $8.
Yellowhammer Potholder This potholder is of a Yellowhammer and will add an outdoorsy touch to any kitchen. The bird is cross-stitched on an afghan crochet background. It is made of acrylic yarn and measures 9 inches square.
This potholder is available for $10.

These brightly colored butterflies can be ordered in these or any color you prefer. They measure approximately 4 inches high and wide. Some are slightly smaller or larger, depending on the type of yarn used to crochet them. Their feelers and body are made of a pipe cleaner. These butterflies can be hung up by string or invisible thread or can be propped up against anything. They look particularly colorful on a mantle. Each butterfly is $2.
Blue Butterfly

   Butterfly #1
Multi-Colored Butterfly

   Butterfly #2
Orange Butterfly

   Butterfly #3
Light Yellow Butterfly

   Butterfly #4
Gold Butterfly

   Butterfly #5
Gray Butterfly

   Butterfly #6
Orange/Brown Butterfly

   Butterfly #7
Pale Orange Butterfly

   Butterfly #8
Dark Yellow Butterfly

   Butterfly #9

If you are interested in purchasing any of these items, please contact me at orders@gingers-giraffes.com. Shipping and handling are an additional cost.

If you have any questions concerning these items, email me at comments-questions@gingers-giraffes.com.