Posts Tagged ‘Gifts’
World Buyers Wholesale Gifts & Home Decor Announces the Expansion of Popular Lantern Decor Line for 2012 Season
Vista, CA (PRWEB) December 15, 2011
World Buyers Wholesale Gifts & Home Decor is broadening its line of reproduction pieces influenced by old world designs. With the success of the Firenze Old World Decor line, it only follows that new selections be added to the already hugely popular line.
Their selection of wholesale gifts with old world flair now includes unique pieces with the look of antiques, but with added modern day charm. Buyers will be pleased with new lantern selections that have time-worn finishes and especially with those covered with small metal butterflies blending old designs with new themes in decor.
Candle lanterns and plant holders in a variety of shapes and finishes will complete interior or patio home decor statements and can be assembled in a variety of sizes and shapes or used alone in any area of the home. Whether for small or large spaces, tabletop or floor, World Buyers now has the largest selection they’ve ever offered for wholesale buyers looking for unusual lanterns and hard to find accent pieces.
“Store owners, designers and retail buyers are pleased with the versatility of lanterns style products due to the fact that they can be used in a variety of ways. Commonly, candles are inserted, but plants, shells and even balls of twine inserted in lanterns with lids are becoming popular uses.” says their marketing director. Birdcage styles are a fitting trend and continue to fill the vintage look requirements of many stores today. In the wholesale gifts arena, vintage remains a popular decorator theme due to its charm and that it easily blends with many decor settings.
In business for almost 20 years, World Buyers continues with their philosophy of selling quality products at affordable prices. They carry an eclectic selection with thousands of products suitable for any type of gift store whether large or small. Their catalog can be seen online at http://www.worldbuyers.com. Easy registration for buyers in the gift trade is also available online.
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World Buyers Wholesale Gifts & Home Decor Announces the Opening of New Showroom at California Market Center in Los Angeles California
Vista, CA (PRWEB) December 29, 2011
World Buyers Wholesale Gifts & Home Decor is pleased to announce the opening of their new Showroom at the California Market Center (CMC) in Los Angeles California. Located at 110 E 9th Street at Main Street, on the 12 floor in showroom C1201. The addition of this showroom completes four venues in the industrys largest and most popular settings. Debuting with the Cal Mart’s January 2012 Gift & Home Show from the 17th thru the 23rd, World Buyers will be showcasing their new product lines for the 2012 buying season.
New and expanded lines now include more home decor selections in many popular categories. New additions include large wall mirrors and clocks, wall art, jeweled photo frames and ceramics to name a few. Buyers and merchandisers can now select from larger decor pieces like tables, room screens and display shelving. Of course, popular lines like butterfly garlands, paperweights, fashion, candles, lanterns, ethnic items remain with best sellers and new options.
World Buyers Wholesale Gifts has had a presence at the L.A. Mart in Los Angeles California for sixteen years. The showroom houses its complete line of over 50 categories and year after year remains increasingly popular with not only gift and home decor buyers, but also with interior designers, event planners and merchandisers.
Both venues offer convenient parking and are located just blocks from the Staples Center offering dining, shopping, events and popular hotels making a stay during show seasons fun and relaxing. Shuttles drive buyers to and from Cal Mart and LA Mart for ultimate buying convenience.
Serving buyers in the southern and eastern part of the country and including many international buyers, is their showroom in Atlanta Georgia located at 240 Peachtree Street NW, Building 2, Suite 1027C. World Buyers has had a presence at this large complex going on six years. In the heart of downtown Atlanta and also conveniently located among fine restaurants, shopping and hotels.
Yet another showroom is housed at the Anne McGilvray Showrooms in Dallas Texas. Located at the Anne McGilvray Showplace, 2332 Valdina Street in Dallas. The McGilvary Showrooms also provide shuttles to other area venues during seasonal show dates.
World Buyers showrooms continue their popularity among buyers of wholesale gifts due to their eclectic wholesale gifts selections from traditional, kitsch, contemporary and vintage. Additionally fashion accessories like jewelry, scarves, handbags and hats are favorite sellers for retail consumers. “We’re very excited about the addition of the California Market Center Showroom. Especially since the January show will b the first preview of hundreds of new products.”
World Buyers also has several thousand products online at http://www.worldbuyers.com. Eligible wholesale buyers can easily register to gain access to purchase online. Simply follow the instructions on their registration page and approval is ususally within 24 hours.
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Shoppers Missing 3 Life Changing Gifts Found in a Holiday Hot Tub
Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) December 22, 2011
Bullfrog Spas, manufacturer of the only hot tubs with patented JetPak Technology, today shared 3 long term benefits often overlooked in Holiday gift giving.
The famous fictional figure, Santa Claus, is certainly portrayed as the giver of the best gifts. He’s jolly, generous, energy efficient (circumnavigates the globe with magic ungulates instead of jet fuel), and an animal lover. However, there are obvious problems relying on a fictional figure for gifts to truly improve your life this Holiday Season.
Bullfrog Spas reminds us that, luckily, there are three lasting gifts wrapped in one, and only a hot tub powered by JetPaks can bring it home this Holiday Season.
Gift #1 – A Place to Escape for a Few Minutes Everyday
Occasionally “Santa” nails it and leaves plane tickets to Hawaii next to the half eaten cookies, but vacations to exotic locales cannot provide everyday relaxation. Only a hot tub by Bullfrog Spas provides a refreshing escape that can be personalized to your needs every day in your own backyard.
Gift #2 – Reconnection with Loved Ones
Holiday parties with the relatives are one way to reconnect. However, when the crazy uncle dons his two-sizes too small, jingly sweater and starts a nog-fueled brawl over politics, perhaps its time to reconsider whether the family Holiday party is worth the humiliation involved.
Unlike the awkward family party, a hot tub in the backyard gets the family together the right way.
Many parents confirm that family hot tub time often turns into relaxing open conversations with their children they never thought were possible.
In addition, reconnection in a hot tub can take other forms. For example, theres no better way for Mr. and Mrs. Claus to warm up their cold winter evenings.
Gift #3 – Pain Relief and Therapy
End-of-year holidays unfortunately remind people about the strain that another year of work and life can put on a body, whether that’s tension from stress, aches from exercise, arthritis, or just age. Essentially everyone can use a therapeutic hydro massage regimen to help alleviate pain, restore healthy muscle function, and relieve stress.
Recent science shows that hydrotherapy in a hot tub is beneficial for physical health, mental health, and nervous system function.
JetPaks Make These 3 Gifts Even Better
These 3 life changing gifts are only available in a hot tub and no other hot tub offers JetPak Technology. Patented JetPaks provide customizable massages for personalized hydrotherapy, cost savings through the very best energy efficiency, and a durable 100% wood free spa that is better for the environment and made in the USA.
For more information on Bullfrog Spas and JetPak Technology please visit http://www.bullfrogspas.com today or locate your nearest Authorized Bullfrog Spas Dealer.
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World Buyers Wholesale Gifts and Home Decor Showcases Hundreds of New Products During the January 2012 Show Season Including East and West Coasts
Vista, CA (PRWEB) December 31, 2011
World Buyers Wholesale Gifts plans first 2012 shopping season debut of hundreds of new products with additions to existing lines and new lines in home decor. Their catalog has over 50 categories with several thousand products to select from in general gifts, interior home decor, garden decor, event and display. “To fill the demand for our lines, we’ve added a new showroom at the California Market in Los Angeles and more shows coast to coast. We’re obviously very pleased to say that we are still growing year after year.”
Larger furniture pieces have been added that include tables, chairs, room screens, and large wall mirrors. Interior designers, merchandises, boutique owners and general gifts buyers will no doubt be pleased with the expanded options. Accent tables and cafe tables and chairs will add charm to commercial or home spaces used either indoor or for garden decor.
To their existing lantern selections, they’ve added reproduction lanterns in both large and small sizes with lattice, butterfly, arabesque and many more design motifs. The lanterns can be set on tables or hung from ceilings in groupings for an impressive display. Also hung from garden trees or patio trellises they achieve a festive affect for everyday design or party decor. Lanterns, tealight holders and candles are a hugely popular wholesale gifts line at World Buyers.
World Buyers has also expanded their wholesale gift fashion accessory lines which include scarves, hats, handbags and jewelry which now includes a line of pearl rings, necklaces and bracelets. Their fashion lines are favorites among boutique buyers due to low cost and quality.
Also new this year are several styles of photo frames including vintage styles made of antiqued iron and are encrusted with jewels. The Cape Cottage line of furniture and decor also offer wood photo frames with distressed finishes as if the sea air itself has worn away their finishes. Wall art, wall and tabletop mirrors, lamps and lanterns, ceramics, bird decor, paperweights, ethnic gifts and more complete a very eclectic wholesale gift selection which has grown year after year for almost 20 years.
To see their entire line and the complete show schedule, visit http://www.worldbuyers.com. You can register your retail gift store and open an account by filling out the online registration form.
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Unique and New Holiday Gifts for the Gardener
San Diego, California (PRWEB) December 09, 2011
Having a garden has never been easier than with the MonkeyPots Perfect Patio Planter. Purchase a planter before the New Year and save 10% on the 3-Tier MonkeyPots gardening system or the NEW MonkeyPots Fence/Deck Rail Vertical Planters. The discount is offered through http://www.monkeypots.com.
The one-of-a-kind patented MonkeyPots Perfect Patio Planter is a vertical three-tiered planter that needs only 30 of floor space and stands five feet tall. The roomy planter grows tomatoes and other large vegetables while leaving room in the upper two planters to grow herbs, strawberries, baby carrots, radishes and flowers. The ability to grow your own tomatoes and lettuce and still have room left over for an herb garden, makes this product extremely popular with the small space gardener, says Suzy Weast, creator of the MonkeyPots Perfect Patio Planter. Our customers are growing everything from cucumbers and peppers to strawberries and carrots. Almost anything that grows in the ground flourishes in our vertical planter.
Standing 5 high and just 30 wide, the MonkeyPots planter consists of a large base planter and two smaller planters attached via vertical posts. Its easy to assemble, self-watering and durable! The UV protected recyclable plastic material ensures years of use by urban gardeners. A raised fleur-de-lis design gives the product a designer touch, making it an attractive addition to any patio.
In an online review (http://www.urbangardensolutions), small space gardening expert Rachael Ross wrote: Its unique design utilizes vertical space, while possessing a very small footprint. Its versatile in its configuration and breaks down easily for compact storage. The self-watering feature saves time & effort while raising the probability of garden success. The fact that its also mobile and is highly attractive, matching almost any d
Viator.com Unveils Top Christmas Markets and Holiday Gifts Even the Biggest Grinch Would Find Hard to Resist
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) November 30, 2011
As the holiday season kicks into high gear, many are busy shopping for gifts, making plans to be with loved ones, or looking forward to a much-deserved vacation. To help consumers survive the month of December with their sanity intact, the team at Viator the leading resource for more than 9,000 tours and activities in 800-plus destinations in more than 150 countries compiled a list of the top Christmas markets in Europe where visitors can find festive decorating tips, buy authentic gifts, or simply get filled with the holiday spirit. And for those whove run out of gift ideas or simply dont know where to start, Viators Gift Certificates make the perfect one-size-fits-all gift for road warriors and casual travelers.
Christmas Markets: Stress-Free Shopping in a Traditional, Festive Environment
Filled with traditional crafts, mulled wine, and tasty eats, Europes Christmas markets are the perfect way to take in some local culture and stock up on special gifts for loved ones at home. Some of the more famous markets have been running since the Middle Ages, and today they can draw upwards of two million visitors during December.
Germany Viators two-hour Munich Christmas Markets Tour includes stops at many of the 20 markets in Munich, where visitors can shop for handmade toys and sample hot spiced wine and gingerbread cake. Those looking for a more immersive experience can opt for a four-day tour of Christmas markets in Leipzig, Dresden and Plauen complete with visits to one of the countrys oldest porcelain manufacturers.
Austria Salzburgs Christmas markets are famous throughout Central Europe, and Viators five-hour tour includes visits to three of the most traditional markets in the picturesque countryside around the city of Mozart. The tour also includes a boat ride on Lake Wolfgang and a visit to the village of St. Gilgen, famous for its Sound of Music wedding church.
Switzerland A day trip from Geneva to Montreux and Chillon includes a guided tour of a castle near Lake Geneva that dates back to the year 1005 and was made famous by Lord Byrons poem, the Prisoner of Chillon. Along the way, travelers will have time to shop at various Christmas Markets.
France Food lovers will enjoy sampling seasonal Parisian specialties on Viators small group Gourmet Christmas Tour of Paris, which includes a three-hour walking tour led by an expert guide; opportunities to sample regional artisan cakes, cookies and hot wine; and shopping at the Saint-Sulpice Christmas Market.
Hungary On the Budapest Christmas Markets Tour, travelers will learn about the regions Christmas traditions and culture while taking in top city sights including the Opera House, Andrassy Boulevard and St. Stephens Basilica. The tour stops at a private wine cellar as well as three of the best Budapest Christmas markets, with ample time to shop for Hungarian handicrafts, trinkets, and souvenirs.
Viators Gift Certificates: Stress-Free Shopping from the Comfort of Home
Those looking for the perfect digital gift that keeps on giving will appreciate Viator Gift Certificates, available in denominations starting at $ 25 up to $ 500 and in five currencies including the U.S. Dollar, GB Pound, the Euro, Australian Dollar and Canadian Dollar. The Gift Certificates are redeemable toward the purchase of any travel experience on Viator.com and include free shipping thanks to email delivery that can be scheduled in advance or at the last minute. Recipients will be inspired by the many tours and activities they can choose from, including Universal Studios tickets in Los Angeles, helicopter tours in Las Vegas, elephant rides in Thailand, wine tasting in Australia, and many more.
For more holiday travel and gift ideas as well as the latest deals, promotions, contests and Viator news, visit the Viator Travel Blog or follow the company on Facebook and Twitter.
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Roseda Beef, The Best Beef You’ll Ever Eat, Offers Locally-Grown Corporate Gifts
Monkton, MD (PRWEB) December 01, 2011
Executives stressing over what to buy for their clients and co-workers this holiday season are going local.
Buying local creates a win-win situation for everyone from the local business people buy from, to the local economy and more. It says you care enough in more ways than one, says Roseda Beef owner Ed Burchell, Sr.
“When you buy from local growers you know your clients are getting food that tastes fresher and better than food that is shipped long distances from out of state, even from other countries,” Burchell says. “Local farmers can offer food that’s grown for freshness and taste rather than a longer shelf life for shipping.”
That’s the advantage of selecting a product like Roseda Beef for corporate and executive gifts, Burchell says.
Roseda is a small family farm located in Monkton, Maryland. It is a gourmet product businesses can have sent directly to their client’s home or office. The beef is all-natural and dry aged to guarantee taste and tenderness. Roseda’s local beef, used by award-winning chef’s and restaurants like the Woodberry Kitchen, B Bistro and the Hamilton Tavern can be purchased online at http://www.rosedabeef.com. Roseda believes in a quality product, that’s why their steaks and burgers are some of the best you will ever eat and that the box your clients receive from you will say — “Handle With Care, Contents Extremely Delicious.”
Buying local also helps ensure that local farms in the community will continue to thrive and that means healthy fresh food will be available for generations to come. Buying local is an investment in the community and supports local jobs.
“Roseda is not only a gift that is delicious it says you cared enough to find out what was available locally, you support your community and a lot of thought went into the gift you have selected for your clients and co-workers,” said Burchell.
About Roseda Beef
To order Roseda’s Corporate Holiday Packages, contact the offices at 410-962-5530 or email corporate(at)rosedabeef(dot)com. All business gifts are available in a wide variety of convenient packages. You can also simply choose a gift certificate, and let your clients or employees decide. Either way, Roseda Beef is a gift they will savor. If you don’t see a selection that fits for you, we can create unique packages that are specific to your company, even naming the package to suit your needs.
Some of our packages include:
$ 50
2 Filet Mignon
8-6oz. Steak Burgers
$ 75
2 Filets
2 Delmonico Steaks
8-6oz. Steak Burgers
$ 100
4 Delmonico Steaks
4 Sirloin
2 Filet
$ 150
4 New York Strips
4 Delmonico Steaks
4 Filet Mignon
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A Guide to Gifts Every Four-Legged Family Member Will Appreciate
San Diego, CA (PRWEB) November 22, 2011
According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, it was estimated that 51 percent of dog owners and 43 percent of cat owners bought gifts for their pets over the holidays last year. If the trend continues, even more people will splurge on their favorite furry friends in the upcoming season. Whether pets are dressing up as Mr. and Mrs. Claus or dressing down in cozy coats and booties for a restful night by the fireplace, pet lifestyle expert and author Sandy Robins has her go-to gifts to spoil cats and dogs for the holidays.
DOGS:
Kyjen Dog Puzzle Games: Put pets to the test. Did you know that ten minutes of mental stimulation is equal to 45 minutes of active play? says to Robins. These games are motivated by food and we all know how much our dogs love their treats! Most dogs really enjoy the challenge of the food puzzles and games such as these are a great way to keep them healthy and entertained over the holidays. Retail Price: $ 14.99 – $ 19.99
Snoozer Hide a Dog Box: These trendy, steam trunk designed dog boxes are a stylish addition for any posh pooch or pet parent. The unique, trunk style design is very chic and it can be used as a bed or converted into a crate, meaning the two-in-one design makes for a modern, yet valuable addition to any home. The Snoozer Hide a Dog Box includes a removable coordinating inner pad and features carrying handles for easy transport. Retail Price: $ 279.99-$ 369.99.
Cozy Coat Collection and Holiday Coats: We all know pets love to go where we go, so bring them in style with festive outfits that are fashionable and functional, suggests Robins. These festive fleece coats are a great option to keep pets with shorter coats cozy and warm this season. The Cozy Coats also come complete with coordinating booties to keep paws safe from the winter elements. The coats and booties come in a variety of colors and holiday patterns to keep pets in the holiday spirit all season long. Retail Price: Coats: $ 19.99 Booties: $ 9.99
Gourmet Tails Holiday Treats: Every dog drools at the sight of a delicious treat, but these treats look so good youll have to keep the human hands away! says Robins. The Gourmet Tails Holiday Gift Pack of dog treats is a great way to indulge your with all-natural treats this season. Retail Price: Varies under $ 8.00
Silver Tails Dog Products: Santa Claus continues to be spunky as ever, but for pets who are entering his or her senior years, be sure to keep them comfortable over the holidays. Treating senior pets to a massage is a great way to sooth and spoil them. Senior Tails has different items all geared not only toward the senior pet, but pet parents as well. Items such as a heated infrared massager are relaxing for senior pets and easy to handle for the pet parent who may suffer from arthritis, suggests Robins. Retail Price: $ 9.99 – $ 39.99
PETCO Holiday Dog Toys: Whats a dogs life without a plethora of fun toys? Get them in the holiday spirit with a variety of PETCOs Holiday Dog Toys that come in three fun categories: Merry and Bright, Cozy Woodland and Cabin Fever. If your dog likes companion toys, something like the soft and fluffy moose is a great choice. If he is a little more rambunctious the Bad Dog lump of coal rope toy is a very festive tug, but no matter which toy you choose always make sure it is size appropriate for your pet. suggests Robins. Retail Price: $ 3.99 – $ 19.99
Mr. Claus Coat & Mrs. Claus Dress: A match made in doggy heaven with these two outfits, comfortable and festive, pets are sure to make a grand entrance as Mr. and Mrs. Claus. One of the seasons most popular couples now comes in a pet edition. The adorable Santa coat and Mrs. Claus dress will have pets prancing through the party, jokes Robins. The Mr. Claus outfit comes complete with a matching hat. Retail Price: $ 14.99 – $ 19.99
CATS:
12 days of Christmas: As Christmas nears, give cats something to look forward to each day. I think this is such a great way to include your cats in holiday celebrations. My cats love new toys and the 12 Days of Christmas calendar is stuffed with 12 different toys, one for each day leading up to Christmas, says Robins. Retail Price: $ 19.99
PETCO Holiday Cat Tie: No ugly sweater here! Some cats arent willing to wear an ensemble, but they can still sport some holiday spirit with PETCOs festive Holiday Cat Tie, says Robins. The holiday print is charming and the tie adds some seasonal fun without being too restrictive for cats. Retail Price: $ 3.99
Naughty and Nice Sack: It might be hard for cats to be nice all year long, but whether theyre naughty or nice reward them with a new toy to paw around with. Anything cats can play with that also makes a unique sound, such as PETCOs Naughty and Nice Sack, is a great way to not only challenge cats but keep them entertained while guests are visiting over the holidays, suggests Robins. Retail Price: $ 9.99
Collapsible Cat Ottoman: The simulated leather is eco-friendly and beautiful, says Robins. I would never suspect this modern looking ottoman stows a cats litter box. PETCOs Collapsible Cat Ottoman serves as an esthetically pleasing seat for party guests and is a great way to hide the litter box. It is also very compact and collapses down to a portable size, making it convenient to stow away after holiday party season is over. Retail Price: $ 99.99
OTHER POPULAR PETS:
Super Pet My First Home Hamster and Guinea Pig Complete Starter Kits: Cats and dogs arent the only ones who need love this holiday, says Robins. Hamsters and guinea pigs are popular pets and raising them provides a great way to teach children responsibility. Get kids started with Super Pets My First Home Hamster and Guinea Pig Complete Starter Kits that come with everything you need to be a responsible pet parent. Hamsters will enjoy a variety of accessories from an exercise wheel to a climbing tube, while guinea pigs will be able to relax in their spacious new home. Retail Price: Hamster Kit: $ 36.99-$ 45.99 Guinea Pig Kit: $ $ 69.99-$ 76.99
Hermit Crab Kit: Show off your style with a fancy hermit crab complete with a colored shell. Kids of all ages will love these entertaining pets, says Robins. They make an interesting and fun first pet and the hermit crab kit is a great all-in-one habitat for the new pet parent. Hermit crabs often have different personalities and can climb, dig and even change shells as they grow. They are also social creatures and can be kept in groups of two or more. The kit comes complete with a live hermit crab so the fun can start immediately. Retail Price: $ 24.99
*Give the gift of life through the PETCO Foundations annual Tree of Hope campaign. Every year four million pets do not live to see the holiday season and PETCO is encouraging those who are passionate about animals to donate from November 14, 2011- January 1, 2012 at their nearest PETCO store, Unleashed by PETCO store or online at http://www.petco.com/holiday. Donations help feed homeless pets in shelters, give lifesaving medical assistance, enable rescuers to grow their resources so that they can help ease the burdens of overfull shelters, and provide venues and grants to help usher those without a voice into loving homes who will continue to be their voices.
About Petco
Petco is a leading pet specialty retailer that provides the products, services and advice that make it easier for our customers to be great pet parents. Everything we do it guided by our vision for Healthier Pets. Happier People. Better World. We operate more than 1,100 stores nationwide, including more than 30 Unleashed by Petco locations, a smaller format neighborhood sho, and http://www.petco.com. The Petco Foundation, an independent nonprofit organization, has raised more than $ 80 million since it was created in 1999 to
Lumens.com Announces Black Friday Sales Event with More than 50 Design Brands, Free Gifts and More
Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) November 26, 2011
Lumens.com has kicked off its Black Friday Sales Event on lighting, modern gifts and home accessories. The Black Friday Sales Event is the biggest sale ever at Lumens.com, featuring discounts up to 75%, exclusive gifts with purchase and more than 50 brands for contemporary lighting and gifts. The sale runs through Tuesday, November 29.
Exclusive discounts in the Black Friday Sales Event at Lumens.com include:
Tom Dixon: Customers can save 15% off list prices on the Void Pendant and Mini Void Pendant by Tom Dixon, as well as the British designers collection of tabletop vessels.
Luceplan: Luceplans Berenice Table Lamp collection makes a great task light for holiday gifts. The entire line of Luceplan lighting is 30% off list prices during the Lumens.com sales event.
Vibia: Contemporary lighting from Vibia is 15% off list prices at Lumens.com, including the Puck Ceiling/Wall Light collection and the new I.Cono collection, including several modern table lamps.
George Kovacs: Table and floor lamps from George Kovacs, a customer favorite, are up to 75% off list prices during the sale, with many portable lights priced at under $ 100.
Koncept: The Gen 3 collection of task lamps from Koncept are an additional 20% off Lumens.com retail prices. These popular lamps feature simple, adjustable design with energy-saving LED bulbs.
In addition to numerous contemporary lighting brands on sale, Lumens.com is also offering customers a chance to save on gifts and home accessories for lovers of great design. Discounts on gift items include:
Areaware: The entire collection of Areawares modern gifts is 20% off list prices at Lumens.com during the Black Friday Sales Event. This line includes quirky, original pieces of home d
More Shoppers Will Be Buying Holiday Gifts Online, Says National Retail Federation
Albuquerque, New Mexico (PRWEB) November 10, 2011
A new survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF) has website merchants saying, Ho, ho ho!
The NRF predicts that more holiday shoppers will be buying gifts from the comfort of their computers and mobile phones. According to the trade group, 46.7% of consumers plan to purchase holiday items online this season, up from 43.9% a year ago. Plus, these online shoppers will spend more than the typical bricks-and-mortal retail shopper. Web shoppers will spend an average of $ 857.59 on gifts and seasonal merchandise21.7% more than the average retail consumer.
Online spending is growing because the newest and most interesting items are available online before they appear in retail stores, says Randall Schultz of Schultz Communications, a marketing consulting firm. The tired old gift choices are not going to excite anyone in the iPad era.
Schultz Communications (http://www.schultzpr.com) has reviewed hundreds of home and garden gift items, and it has released its Top 8 list of the most appealing holiday gifts for online shoppers. And the winners are
TOP HOME AND GARDEN GIFT IDEAS FOR ONLINE HOLIDAY SHOPPERS
SOLAR POWERED ROCK SPOTLIGHT KEY HOLDER
Heres a genuine rock star for your yard and garden. The Rock Spotlight is a great way to brighten up your nighttime garden. The spotlight is solar powered, so you can place it in any sunny spot without having to hassle with extension cords and power outlets. The solar panels charge the rechargeable batteries (which are included). The energy-efficient white LEDs will then light up at night. But wait, theres more. The Solar-Powered Rock Spotlight also has a hidden compartment where you can store keys. Now you never have to worry about lost house keys, shed keys, pool keys and. well, you get the idea. Store a spare key for the kids, and rock out all night. The secret key compartment is hidden in the bottom of a durable realistic-looking polyresin rock. The high quality LEDs never need to be replaced. $ 29.95 from http://www.naturehills.com.
A LIVING GIFT THAT DOUBLES AS AN ORNAMENT
If youre looking for a unique holiday gift, this lovely hanging terrarium is the ticket. The Glass Globe Tillandsia Terrarium is an attractive living arrangement for a kitchen, covered porch, or anywhere there is indirect light. This delightful Glass Globe Tillandsia Terrarium can even be hung as an ornament on a Christmas tree. Inside the glass globe are three lovely Tillandsia plants: a red Capitata Select, a feathery green Tillandsia Ionantha and a silver-gray Harrisii. The glass globe, which measures six inches in diameter, has a two-inch front opening to remove the plants for watering. Just soak the easy-to-care-for plants in water once a week to ensure their optimum health. Includes a monofilament cord for hanging. Available for $ 39.95 from Logees, (888) 330-8038 or http://www.logees.com.
KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE WITH A LIGHTED COLLAR
If youre one of those people who gives your dog a Christmas present, check this out. Now theres a new, high-tech collar that keeps your pets safeyou could even say they glow. The Deluxe Visiglo Blue Nylon Collar with Blue LEDs literally glows in the dark. The bright, energy-efficient LED lights are VERY VISIBLE at night to keep you and your dog safe. Your four-legged friend can stand out from the pack”and you will have the peace of mind knowing that you are keeping your pet safe. The Visiglo lighted pet collar is available in three sizes: Small fits 10″-14″ neck, Medium fits 13″-20″ neck, Large fits 16″-26″ neck. $ 24.95 from NatureHills.com. http://www.naturehills.com/product/deluxe_visiglo_blue_nylon_collar_with_blue_leds.aspx
BIRD WATCHING IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Ever since John James Audubon began publishing his amazing full-color drawings of Americas birds in 1827, bird watching has been a popular hobby. Today, thanks in no small part to Mr. Audubon, backyard bird watching is enjoyed by millions of Americans. With 21st century technology, photographing the birds that visit backyard birdbaths or bird feeders has never been easier. The innovative Audubon BirdCam takes crystal-clear digital photos and videos of birds automatically (even when youre not watching). The motion-activated camera is smart enough to take photos only when birds are present. It records to an SD card or internal memory (32MB) and makes it easy to e-mail or print your images. No tools, wiring, or additional software is required. The Audubon BirdCam is weatherproof and rugged enough for years of outdoor use. The whole family will be amazed by what’s going on in your own backyard. The Audubon BirdCam sells for $ 159.95 from http://www.wingscapes.com.
TAPESTRY SUNFLOWER TRIVET
Looking for a great gift for a friend or family member? You cant go wrong with a Tapestry Sunflower Trivet. This trivet is attractive AND its tough enough for everyday use. The image is permanently placed on a natural stone tile for a durable piece that you will enjoy for years. This trivet is heat, water and weather resistant, so it can be used indoors or out. Great for use as a hot-put under, and it can also be used as wall decor, garden art — or use several as accent tiles for backsplashes or in any tile work. Each trivet tile has rubber feet for scratch-free use on tables. There is also a hole on the back that makes it easy to hang the tile as decoration. Measures 6 inches by 6 inches. $ 22.99 from http://www.naturehills.com. The Tapestry Sunflower image is also available as a set of four coasters for $ 36.99.
GROW PLANTS VIRTUALLY ANYWHERE
The MiniGarden is an innovative modular growing container that brings a vegetable plot, herb garden, flower garden or decorative living wall virtually anywhere. Perfect for urban dwellers and suburbanites alike, MiniGardens unique system of modules creates a self-contained vertical structure. Each MiniGarden kit includes three modules, which each have three planting pockets. So each MiniGar