Handy hook-up
By Judi Dash
Here's a piece of jewelry that really knows how to multi-task.
The PurseHook, from Je Marie, is a hinged bangle bracelet that, when opened, doubles as a sturdy hook for clasping a small bag or briefcase onto the edge of a table, gripping the surface via a rubber pad.
That has the dual advantage of keeping bags off dirty floors, and also keeping them in sight so they are less likely to be inadvertently left behind or, if secured away from the traffic flow, snatched.
PurseHooks come in a range of colors and styles, from simple silvertone models to wilder patterns, with optional add-on charms at an additional price. They're cheap enough to have a ``wardrobe'' of them to match the day's clothes and bags.
Je Marie PurseHooks start at $4.95 at www.pursehook.net; 877-265-4665.
Travel products tested by Judi Dash in 2009:
Multi-task pen with a light from Zelco
Personal protection system to screech at the bad guys
Makeup sets with small compacts for travel
Light weight fabric duffle from CindaB
A purse hook that is also a bangled bracelet
Long Wally Bag for traveling with gowns and dress
Screw in a sand grabber to hold beach umbrellas in the wind
Zibra Open It multi-tool for slicing through tough plastic wraps
Hand-held digital luggage scale from Balanzza
Label Buddy, for making labels while you travel
The Walkin' Bag ZipCart holds a retractable seat
The tiny portable PrintStik printer
Outdoor metal firepit folds to be portable
Waterproof MP3 player works like a hearing aid
A toothbrush sanitizer for two
Luggage tags with pizzazz
Soft socks for flip-flips and sandals
A Doublewide sleeping bag for cuddling comfortably
Pocket organizers for cars hold cell phones, credit cards
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