Don't drop the ball

If Mom is a sports fan and already has enough hats, T-shirts, hoodies, and foam fingers, here's a fashion accessory that might catapult her into the sports-fashion hall of fame (there is one, right?). The leather Red 24 sports-themed handbags at Staccato in Newton come in the shape of baseballs and soccer balls. And while you're at Jani Margolin's boutique, check out her selection of clothing, jewelry, shoes, other bags, and accessories (including baseball coin purses). Today's hours are 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $92 (soccer bag), $130 (baseball bag). Staccato, 41 Lincoln St., Newton Highlands.

617-964-4435.