It seems I've managed to spend our imaginary stimulus check on girly things, so I thought I'd devote the final stimulus post to the others who live in many of our homes. It seems especially fitting, given today's occassion. 

For Men: 

I  haven't yet met a man who didn't need a man purse. They all deny it, but they carry around so much stuff, wouldn't a purse come in handy? Seriously, with a wallet, cell phone, blackberry, I-pod, gum, change...wouldn't a purse just be easier? This one from Moop is very dignified. 

This tie from Sovereign Beck is cotton, which is supposed to make it perfect for summer. I think the fact that it's cotton makes it pretty cool, and not at all like the cotton ties from the 80's. Right?  

I discovered Sovereign Beck while browsing Supermarket, which I've also recently discovered. It's a great place to buy designer goods and art.  It's a little like shopping in a hip boutique, but with an unintimidating Etsy feel. Very authentic and original.  But unlike Etsy, it's curated, so they have to approve you to sell through the site.  I'm also very excited to discover Supermarket! So far it's, well, super.

I've browsed through Make magazine (it's actually heftier than a magzine, almost booklike) a couple of times, and I'd guarantee there's something for every man in there. It's like Martha Stewart for men.  Appropriately titled, it tells readers how to make random things.  For instance, the current issue has "wooden blocks that seemingly pass through solid objects, balls that float, pens that dance at your command, and more. You'll learn to grow a half-ton pumpkin, make an irresistible fishing lure for 3 1/4 cents, build an air-powered "boom stick," and fashion a baseball cap that can wirelessly turn off TV sets."  Just in case you happen to be needing anything like that...

For Pets:

This one of a kind hand-painted bed by Jakey BB is the perfect size for a small dog or cat, and it won't look unattractive sitting in your living room. 

This collar is a must for any sheepdog owner. How funny would that be? Maddie's Closet has tons of cute dog collars, including polka dots and sailboats, and you can order a matching leash.  And, if you've taken my advice and purchased this book, you can make your own dog collars. 

Felted cat toys, for cats who love to bat around balls.  And for those cats who require their toys contain catnip, I leave you with these adorable mice: