Shopping: Mary Jurek Design, Inc. - a company renowned for its magnificent works of hand-hammered stainless steel for the kitchen and home décor - has introduced a new artisan piece your gal is sure to fall in love with. I sure have.

New to the company's illustrious collection is the Amore Heart Tray, which can literally serve as a shining example of how much you adore the lady in your life. Made of magnificent hand-wrought stainless steel polished to a high luster, this Amore Heart Tray may also be engraved with your professions of love to give this gift of - and from - the heart even more impact.

Even when Valentine's Day is long gone, there are many useful ways she can continue to enjoy this elegant artisan stainless steel Amore Heart Tray, which is also surprisingly durable - it's even dishwasher safe!

She can use it as...

... a sophisticated office accessory for business cards, mail, or a tray for bottled drinking water and glassware on a desk, executive credenza or conference table
... a decorative bathroom vanity tray for perfumes, jewelry or cosmetics
... a cake tray to celebrate a beloved family member or friend's special day - birthday, promotion, retirement...whatever
... a serving tray for cookies and snacks when gal pals come over for a soiree
... a bridal shower showpiece with sweets or hors d'oeuvres when hosting
... a cocktail or accoutrement platter when entertaining neighbors, friends, colleagues
... a father's day serving tray filled with steaks, ribs and other fare Dad loves
... a foyer or entryway catch all tray for mail, car keys, cell phones, iPods and the like
... a romantic candle base

The possibilities of how, when and where this Amore Heart Tray may be used are endless, as are the emotions are this steel heart will evoke. "Heart shapes are timeless and always sentimental," notes designer Mary Jurek. "The soft rounded top and the broad upper width symbolize the tenderness of romantic love. I like the contrast of the strong durable stainless steel fashioned into this stylized shape. It is a very good metaphor for the emotional core of everyday life."

For my part having received this lovely tray sans a romantic overture, it just makes me happy.

Mary Jurek Designs' Amore Heart Tray comes in two different sizes, 9" x 9" or 12" x 12", with respective retail prices of $90 and $150. Visit www.MaryJurekDesignInc.com for more information.

The Luxe List product review editor Merilee Kern scours the luxury goods marketplace for new and innovative must haves. Product submissions accepted via e-mail at Merilee@JustLuxe.com.

- Merilee Kern
JustLuxé.com's "The Luxe List" Product Review Editor