In 2007, owner Lisa Crespo had an idea to create unique scissor fobs as gifts for her friends and family. As fate would have it, soon she was making fobs for holidays, trips and milestones in life. That idea blossomed into the designing of more and more products and the making of a business -- Accoutrement Designs.

Accoutrement is a noun that refers to something not necessary in itself but it adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment. Stitchers and needle artists would agree that the definition perfectly sums up needle minders and needlecases -- products that provide a safe place to park our needles and scissors when they're not being used. And with an enticing assortment to choose from, selecting one or two of these handy accessories may be a nearly impossible feat!

Visit www.fobfriends.blogspot.com to view a sampling of designs that are offered and to find a list of current retailers who are selling these and other great Accoutrement Designs products. With an ever-changing product line, be sure to order your favorites today!

Manufacturer's suggested retail prices for the samples shown here: Scissors and Needle Minder, $22; Needlecase, $25.