Read more e sales stories on Newserhttp://www.newser.com/taggrid/19468/e-sales.htmlhttp://img1-cdn.newser.com/images/newser-black250x40.gifhttp://www.newser.com/2012 - Newseren-usNewser Feed GeneratorThu, 24 May 2012 06:22:38 CDThttp://www.newser.com/story/14839/online-buyers-want-blenders-not-diamonds.htmlJim O'Neill<img src='http://img1-cdn.newser.com/getimage.aspx?mediaid=57686&width=45&height=45&crop=Y&updateddate=20110401024132' border='0' />With a shaky economy causing consumers angst this holiday season, online e-tailers say shoppers are opting for functional over frivolous. E-sales of furniture and appliances have spiked more than 70%, while sales of jewelry, watches, and flowers have dropped, reports the New York Times . “It’s certainly counter to our expectations,...A 17.62 carat flawless diamond pendant. You're more likely to get a blender this Christmas, as shoppers opt for the practical over luxury. (AP Photo/Lefteris Pitarakis)http://www.newser.com/story/14839/online-buyers-want-blenders-not-diamonds.htmlMon, 24 Dec 2007 15:03:53 CST