Carry a classic: If spring is here, can a luxurious crop of irises be far behind? If you carry this Van Gogh design from Chateau Anne, you can have a bouquet throughout the season. The zip-top comes with an extra front compartment, leather trim and that wonderful color right off the master's canvas. It's one of several designs inspired by museum pieces, each with a hang tag about the work it is based on. $120 at Bag O' Gold, Kenwood Galleria, 8110 Montgomery Road. 936-9919.

House call: Your house numbers can be as colorful as your garden and decor with these one-of-a-kind cheery plaques custom-colored and designed by artist Anne Gerhardt of Cincinnati for Fancy This, 506 Wyoming Ave. The three-dimensional designs, about 7 inches by 11 inches, are hand-painted on stoneware using a new process to stand up to our weather. About $56. Information: 821-0844.

Strawberry steps: Strawberry Shortcake is getting a new generation hooked on her berry patch of products - sneakers, joggers, umbrellas, hats, bags, sunglasses, ponchos, laces and socks - including these easy-on, easy-off sandals with flashing-light posies, Velcro closing and pink gel soles that make a strawberry indentation with every step. Payless ShoeSource is giving away a growth chart and strawberry-scented stickers with every pair until they run out. Sandals, $14.99 at Payless stores.