05 Aug Dime Find of the Week: Cute, Affordable Gifts You’ll Want to Keep

What: Blue Q

Why: Items like socks, coin purses, soap and totes can be a bit basic {i.e. boring!}, but not when they have fun, quirky designs. If you’re looking for a little something cute for yourself or as a gift, you’ll love Blue Q.

The pieces range from socks that make a statement to coin purses that will keep your cash organized and add a bit of flare to your purse.

There are even a few beauty items like hand wipes and sanitizers, liquid soap, lip balm and bar soap. They all have fresh scents and again, the packaging is adorable.

But what really attracted me to the site was the shopper bags. These are perfect for a day of errands, a visit to the farmer’s market or even an overnight trip. Also, they’re made from 95 percent post-consumer material. And yes, that’s our glorious First Lady on one of the bags!

While I pretty much want everything for myself, these are also cute gifts. Fill one of the totes with a few of the packs of soap, gum, coin purses, etc. and you have a nice gift for someone who appreciates a zany present!

Where: Check out Blue Q online. And for every pair of socks and bag sold, a portion of proceeds benefits Doctors Without Borders and the Nature Conservancy, respectively.