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April 24, 2008

Gift Ideas for Mother's Day - Mother's Day is May 11th

Time to get cracking and to think about what thoughtful gift you will get Mom for Mother's Day. The Succulent Wife has some fun, practical and inexpensive gift ideas for Mother's Day.  For example, we are now showing some great handbag accessories. Take a look at the Ultimate Purse Organizer (this one is our Deal of the Moment item and is at 30% off - Hurry!), the purse hanger and the very clever KatchKey Key Finders (these are magnets that will catch yours keys and keep them in place so that you can find them easily in the vast abyss that is your handbag. Well, if it's anything like mine, that is...). 

The best part? Simply enter coupon code "momsday" at checkout to receive free priority shipping on your order over $50. That's valid until May 11.  Happy shopping!

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April 14, 2008

Monster Go Away! Spray - Nite-Nite Night Frights!

Monster_go_away_spray If you have - or have had - small children, you KNOW that these lurking monster problems are all too real.

Monster Go Away! Spray is a REAL SOLUTION for children who are troubled by "monsters". Developed by Lisa Cook, a real mom and aromatherapy educator to ward off monsters of all shapes and sizes.

Formulated with high quality medicinal essential oils (a blend of blend of Roman Chamomile, French High Altitude Lavender & Italian Mandarin), Monster Go Away! Spray synergistically soothes the central nervous system enabling children to relax, especially at bedtime children spray where monsters may lurk - under the bed, in the closet, all about the room.

You can buy the Monster Go Away! Spray here.

March 13, 2008

Kids€™ Bike Helmet Cover - Cutest Things

Pink_flower_helmet_coverI just got these brand new bicycle helmet covers in the store. Are they totally adorable or what! Created by Gigi'€™s Apparel, they are perfect for covering boring helmets but even more perfect to make sure that your little wee ones want to wear his/her bike helmet. Slip the shower-cap like cover over the helmet and it stays put. It'€™s either adorned with super jumbo flowers -€“ charming for little girls -€“ or gross green worms or spiders. The little boys will love those.

Anyhoo, this is a great gift idea for that toddler or preschooler getting their first tricycle or training wheels! '€˜Wheeling season is around the corner! Get them here.

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March 02, 2008

Kuukivi Jewelry has joined The Succulent Wife - Jewelry with International Flair

I am so pleased to introduce Sheela Rayala and her new line of jewelry called Kuukivi (which means Moonstone in Finish) now featured with The Succulent Wife. Truly a woman of the world,when creating her pieces Sheela is inspired by her native India, her "in-law" country of Finland and her adoptive country that is the USA.  Read more about Sheela here and discover her luminous designs here.

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February 28, 2008

The Succulent Wife Trunk Shows

Thank you Liz for hosting one of our first Succulent Wife Trunk Shows in Las Vegas. This  home shopping party took place just before Valentine's Day. We offered shoppers a variety of absolutely unique gift ideas for their Valentine(s), may they be the darling little one or the better-half.  Debby Jewesson from Branching Out Creations trunked her goodies all the way from Dallas for the occasion, while the delightful Ms. Jennifer Quinton created all sorts of romantic jewelry designs for our Valentine's Day shoppers.

Liz, our charming hostess had her beautiful home ready and sweetly fragrant with the aroma of pink cupcakes and chocolate dipped strawberries just for the occasion. Just to get us in the mood. It worked. We had a blast!

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Let us know if you'd like to host a trunk show. We currently set up pop-up shops in the Southern Nevada and Southern California areas.  You may contact us here for details.

February 25, 2008

The Nuddle Blanket - The Cannot-Be-More-Perfect Way to Nap and Relax

A simple but yet life-enhancing invention by Jenn and Todd Feldman at Nuddle.  Indeed, the Nuddle Blanket offers the most wonderful new way to cozy up and relax. In their words:  Nap + Cuddle = Nuddle.

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Made of sinfully soft, ultra-plush (and washable) microfiber fabric, you'll want to stay wrapped in the Nuddle forever.  This very clever blanket has slits in the front so that you can pass your hands through to grab a cup of tea, the remote, a book, a pen and journal or if you prefer... a glass of wine. There's a pocket at the bottom of the blanket so that your toes won't slip out and get cold.

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Warning, Linus tendencies to hold on to your blankie all day are likely to resurface!

Find the Nuddle Blanket here at TheSucculentWife.com.

February 24, 2008

The Ultimate Purse Organizer - Thank Goodness for This Accessory

I love big bags because I fit everything in there. The obvious drawbacks are that big purses get heavy and easily cluttered. I would consistently miss every call because my phone was always lost somewhere in the vast bottom of my bag. No more! After seeing the review for the Joey Junior Ultimate Purse Organizer™ in InStyle magazine, I ordered one and was so happy with it that I decided to carry them in my store.

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There are enough pockets to organize all the little - usually floating – items in your purse. The organizer wraps in a circular form and has a Velcro adjuster so that you can fit the size according to your bag. Mine is extended all the way because of my giant bag. I drop my wallet right in middle.

There is also the Mini Purse Organizer for the smaller handbags to keep all items nice and tidy.

These both come in either cotton or Ultra Suede fabrics. The Ultra Suede fabrics are perfect to match the Louis Vuitton or Coach handbags. More respectable, you know… While the cotton fabrics, in fun cherry red and animal prints are great for any other bag.

The best part, if you are one to change your handbag every day, is that this makes it a cinch to transfer items from one bag to another. You will LOVE it!

Find them here at The Succulent Wife.  BTW, these are great gifts ideas under $30. I know, I gave a few and received wide acclaim!

Oh, and you’ll want to consider the Purse Hook to keep your bag off the floor (yuck) and in safe proximity.

February 09, 2008

Beautiful Gift Packaging Ideas For Little (Precious) Gifts

Take a look at these gorgeous petite Flower Paper Boxes that I just added to my store. You know like me that presentation is everything, so you can imagine the effect that you will create as you offer your gift in one of these charming little  boxes.  Beautiful pieces of jewelry are perfect to slip into these gift boxes.

Peonies are my favorite flowers - I love their elegant messiness - so I could not resist these peonies flower gift boxes:

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And then the classic rose bouquet box, also available in various colors of paper rose flowers is quite tempting too:

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Made of all natural papers, this is a gift box that no one will toss away. You can find them here, at TheSucculentWife.com.

January 17, 2008

Back in Stock - Our Best Selling Favorites

Finally, back in stock at The Succulent Wife's Gift Shop and just in time - and oh so perfect - for Valentine's Day!

  • The Bodhi Leaf Flower Lights, available in Natural, Wine or Multicolored
  • The Pin Up Girl Hand Etched Glasses available in pint or double-old-fashioned (DOF) glass sizes
  • The Retro Eclectro Funky Hostess Aprons available in all sorts of prints just perfect for Valentine's day. Choose from Sweethearts, Bike Chicks, Hot Cowgirls and more. See the whole fun collection here.

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Get your favorites here: www.TheSucculentWife.com

January 12, 2008

Lululemon athetica Grand Opening at the Fashion Show Mall – Las Vegas

The long awaited lululemon store finally opened its first Las Vegas location last month and had its Grand Opening celebrations yesterday. Most of the activities were orchestrated by majordomo par excellence, Sue Kupka, the fab, fab, fab lululemon Community Coordinator.

Yoga_under_the_cloud It was one of the most engaging openings that I have ever attended, the whole celebration beginning with a session of Yoga Under the Cloud (the Cloud being the extravagant outdoor sun shading contraption that covers a plaza and faces The Strip, aka Las Vegas Blvd. (see it here). The whole event was totally in keeping with the lululemon’s manifesto, which besides promoting the benefits of yoga, also treated its guests to scrumptious food, networking opportunities, entertainment and glorious gift bags (more on that later…).

Kiolivier2_copy_2 The absolutely delish food came from one of my favorite local spots Go Raw Café while the entertainment came in the form of the obligatory but always amusing Elvis & Marilyn impersonators. At least this Elvis could sing.  All the local yoga glitterati was there, including my very good friend, Ki Kosut and her son, Olivier David, both lululemon ambassadors. That would be them in the background photo.

But, for me, the most thrilling part of this event was that The Succulent Wife  got to source the goodies that went into the gift bags. A few lucky people got bags filled with custom items designed for the occasion by The Succulent Wife’s artists. Among other things, Bread and Badger’s custom drinking glasses reflected yogic silhouettes, Lucky Accessories Little Reminder pendants displayed the lululemon logo and select words from the Manifesto, and Lady Guru’s affirmation greeting cards were a perfect tie-in. It was fun to see the delight of those who opened their bags on the spot.

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In a future post, I will share with you what extraordinary “marketing” I am witnessing from lululemon. They have managed to engage their own staff & management team and customers beyond any that I have seen. Stay tuned for that commentary.

In the meanwhile, bravo lululemon for another fun experience!

December 27, 2007

Winter Sale is on at The Succulent Wife's Store!

Our holiday items and your favorites things on sale, 20 to 40% off.  Shop our sale here.

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December 18, 2007

A Gift Certificate from The Succulent Wife - What a Perfect Solution

Let them pick out for themselves something they will absolutely love. Plus, our gift certificates are the perfect gift idea for:

  • The Shopping Procrastinator (we've got you covered)
  • The Agoraphobic Shopper (nobody wants to deal with these types of crowds)
  • The Uninspired Shopper (we'll make you look like the most creative gift giver)
  • Those with extra picky gift recipients (let them choose what they want & stop torturing yourself!)
  • Makes an excellent To-Top-It-All-Off gift (that little something that will make them say "awwwww")

Here's where to get your Succulent Gift Certificate...

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December 13, 2007

The Best Gifts Come in Little Packages

... Doesn't everybody know that?Shop The Succulent Wife's unique and wonderful (and all handmade) jewelry selection. Little boxes filled with shiny things make perfect stocking stuffers too!

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FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $75. See details.

And, to The Succulent Wife’s VIP Customers... Take 10% off your order* - Use Coupon Code “Merry10”.  Valid until December 16 only, on orders over $35.00

December 07, 2007

The Succulent Wife's Holiday Gift Guide

Shop The Succulent Wife’s Great Gifts...
 
 
~ From elegant to funky
         ~ From playful to good-for-you
                 ~ From $10 to $500...

 

The Succulent Wife has something to delight everyone on your list. Including you!

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Our JEWELRY gift guide: Pretty little things that sparkle and make fab stocking stuffers too!
      

                                                                                                                               

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Our HOSTESS gift guide: our suggestions for the proper way to say "Thank you for the invitation" and to make sure you'll be asked again.

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Our CHILDREN'S gift guide: wholesome and unique gift ideas for the succulent wee ones.

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Our gift guide for MEN: fun and original gift ideas for your scrumptious man.

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Our STOCKING STUFFERS gift guide: assemble the most irresistible stockings with these great gift ideas.


And take note of our FREE SHIPPING promotion on all orders over $75. Read the deets here.

 

November 28, 2007

INTRODUCING THE BEERBELLY® - a great gift idea for your scrumptious man!

Beerbelly_collage We know, we know… This item is seemingly a little out of our range of expertise. But for having sneaked our fair share of Jones Sodas and Toblerone chocolate (ok, and the occasional flask filled with a Cosmo) into movie theatres, we totally got this the second we saw it.

Whether you see The BeerBelly as a gag gift or as a really useful and essential device, know that The Beerbelly Deluxe Kit can contain any drink of your choice, hot of cold. Yes, think outside the beer bottle for a moment and dream of margaritas, hot chocolate, lemonade, hot cider, soda or your own signature cocktail in any place you want, when you want.

The designers of the little appliance were tired of being gouged when buying their drinks at the games. Hence The Beerbelly. Now, that’s succulence in action!

GET The Beerbelly HERE!

Winerack_100x100 And for the ladies? Lest our potential enjoyment to consume our favorite beverage anywhere any time be ignored, The Beerbelly developers came up with this clever contraption: The Winerack! Too funny and certainly the favorite prop at any girls’ night out event! GET The Winerack Here!

October 23, 2007

Catch the MonkeyBoy spirit. Egdy clothing for your little monkeys!

Baby_skully_newsletter Anna Beard of Monkeyboy believes in making a child's life full of laughter, in giving them wings and dreaming right along with them. Monkeyboy is a pet name given to Anna’s first son. With him, came a whole world of imagination, wonder and fantasy.

From old-time circus characters to pirate scenes to vintage tattoo art to just plain cool one-off images, the MonkeyBoy collection take themes that capture kids’ imaginations.

Illustration ideas are a result of Anna’s own childhood memories and of things that make her and her family laugh. So, it seemed inevitable then that when Anna’s two year son said “look at my big, big muscles, mommy!” the Strongman illustration would be developed. The T-Bone shirt you ask? That was simply created because it was a funny thing to put that on a kid’s tee.

The MonkeyBoy onesies and tees make for the most original gift ideas for babies and other wee ones.
SHOP THIS COOL COLLECTION HERE

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October 16, 2007

Sweet and Happy Collage Gift Ideas by Collage Artist Becky Shander

Give Positive Thoughts!                  

Becky Shander, an ingénue collage artist, proposes wonderful little gift tokens that are bound to liftBecky_shander_email those hesitant spirits or to spur on the perseveringly positive ones!

Truly, we all need these reminders in our lives:

  • Dream
  • Think Positive
  • Celebrate Life
  • Live Big
  • Soar...                                                            

These inspiring thoughts can adorn your wall with Becky’s mini wall hangings or can be worn as pendants. Either way, gratitude will be the other positive feeling that will be manifested by this offering!

Shop Becky Shander’s Collage Collection Here at TheSucculentWife.com

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...AND exclusively for The Succulent Wife’s Blog Readers - 20% off any Becky Shander Collage Piece!
Use Coupon Code “Sweet” to receive your discount! Valid till October 26, 2007.

September 25, 2007

Cinch that gorgeous waist with Chelsey Loren's One-of-a-Kind Belts

E78 BELTS ARE BACK! Thank goodness! The Succulent Wife is quite excited to see that belts are back in style. And, she is especially thrilled to introduce this exclusive line of belts by Chelsey Loren. Whether you are curvy or straight as a pole, a belt is a feminine and beautiful way to accent your figure AND your outfit. Wear it with your favorites jeans or wrap it around a sweater or a jacket. Just gorgeous dahhhlin'!

Each belt is a ONE-OF-A-KIND, made, signed and dated by Chelsey. Her unique belts are handcrafted from antique, Victorian and vintage findings on authentic vintage buckles.

Visit this page to find out more about Chelsey herself and this page to view her entire collection.

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... AND exclusively for The Succulent's Wife VIP readers:  20% off any Chelsey Loren Belt. Use Coupon Code “Chelsey” to receive your discount! Only valid until Oct 15/07!

September 18, 2007

The Succulent Wife's Deal of the Moment: D.A.Y.S. by Stepania's New Collection at 25% off!

D.A.Y.S. by Stepania, a Bold New Collection: “The Known and The New”

This new collection by  Stepania was created to match this fall’s favorite fashion trends: the simple yet bold lines of this jewelry will add a pop of color to the new deep greys, plums and espresso palettes that are so prominent for winter.       

Natural semi precious and caged stones dangle on gold filled or sterling silver chains to add character and flirtyness. A rich and bold look… just like you always wanted.

And now, 25% off until September 30.

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Need an  additional perk?  There is FREE SHIPPING on all D.A.Y.S.  Collection Jewelry, also till  September 30, 2007

August 23, 2007

Darling Back-to-School Accessories by Branching Out Creations

Remember when you were little and contemplating those the last days of summer? You were anguished over seeing your lazy days come to an end and, at the same time, you were filled with a sense of trepidation for your return back to school. Yes, and you remember that looking good was primordial.

It is this whole sense of Back-to-School anticipation and excitement that Debby Jewesson of Branching Out Creations was channeling when she created these very cute items. The monogrammed tote bag is perfect for carrying those very first reading books, notebooks and crayons that will fit in the charming matching pencil case. The Branching Out Creations signature wool felt barrettes will perfectly complement your little girl's new back-to-school outfits. And there could not be a more adorable way to pack wee snacks and lunches than in this too-cool-for-your-shoes yellow zebra mini tote.

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These items are offered at a special price, in limited  quantities, till September 4th only.
And yes, there’s more! Buy two or more items  for an additional 25% off.

         

See the items here at The Succulent Wife's gift shop. Enter code "cute4skool."

         

Who gets the A+ now?

         

July 24, 2007

Scented MASSAGE Candles

Candle_2 These Massage Candles are fabulous. They are massage oil, moisturizer and candle in one. What a feast for the senses. You see, as the candle warms, it releases beautiful and warm scent in the air and the warmed "wax" becomes a soothing and sensual massage lotion. Made with Soy and Vitamin E, these are wonderful moisturizers for your skin. Each candle has over 60 hours of burn time.

The Succulent Wife thinks... that this is a perfect anniversary gift or even bridal shower gift. Of course, she bought a few for herself, "just because"...

Choose from scents "Sweet Serenity" or "Vanilla Heaven" fragrances.

July 17, 2007

Pure Inventions Cocoa Antioxidant Extracts - on sale!

Shhhhhhh, this offer is only extended to The Succulent Wife's VIP list. But you can be a self-appointed succulent VIP so, sign up for our newsletters to receive other offers like this.

This morning's newsletter is offering 25% off the deliciously fabulous AND good for you Cocoa Extracts by Pure Inventions.

Enter coupon code CocoaLove at checkout. Valid till July 31, 2007.

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July 16, 2007

The "Story" Jewelry Collection - Vintage beads and paper charms

Betsy Carr of Foundling has done it again! First she brought us her Charmed series petite pendant necklaces. Now, she introduces another achingly adorable “Story” collection with her signature vintage pager charms as the focal point.

For the “Pink of the Evening” Story collection, Betsy has designed jewelry pieces with romantic summer sunset themed charms. The delicate charms feature snippets of vintage fabrics and words pulled straight out of a mid-century dictionary. This necklace and earring set will have you conjure images of pink sunsets, a sweet breeze in the air and other summer delights. Ahhhhhh….

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The "Open Road" Story collection features vintage based travel themed charms. These little charms feature old map snippets and more words from mid-century dictionaries. Wearing this little number will having will have you fantasizing about driving down Route 66 in your 1955 Bel Air Convertible.

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An exclusive with The Succulent Wife.

July 15, 2007

Succulence from Italy! Paola Frusteri, Fabulous Glass Jeweler

The Succulent Wife is proud to introduce this exclusive and breathtaking jewelry collection by Paola Frusteri. Inspired by nature, history and Paola’s own poetic sensibilities, her pieces are purposely imperfect, evocative of objects found in nature or treasures brought back from the sea.
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With fused glass as the focal point, Paola also uses brass, copper, silver or steel to fashion her miniature wearable sculptures. Highly unusual, bold and modern, these one-of-a-kind pieces are actually easy to wear and the only accent you will need to complete and complement your latest outfit.

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Made in the artist’s studio in Genova, Italy.

See all of Paola’s Collection HERE.

June 29, 2007

Your Dreams Come True: The Pure Inventions Cocoa Extracts are Here!!!

I've written about the Pure Inventions Green Tea Extracts before... I can't imagine spending my summer without them (i live in Las Vegas and need to hydrate ... a lot, and drinking plain water just gets, hummmm, well, boring).

So,I'm quite excited to announce that The Succulent Wife now carries the brand new Pure Inventions Cocoa Extracts. And guess what, these have all the great - wait, fabulous - antioxidant properties of the cocoa bean and the irresistible taste of chocolate with NONE of the calories or sugar!!!!

3_chocs_2 There are many ways to use these extracts: in water, hot or cold, as an addition to your coffee to make it a mocha, in yogurt, in cereal, and wherever you want to add pure cocoa flavor.

The benefits? I knew you'd ask, although you are afraid that this is too good to be true. The Pure Inventions Pure Cocoa Antioxidant Extracts contain the highest amounts of chocolate antioxidants, including flavanols (these are the cocoa’s antioxidants) and polyphenols associated with lower blood pressure and overall cardiovascular health. Scientific studies have shown that these flavanols seem to prevent both cell damage and inflammation. Recent studies show that cocoa may also help improve skin structure and density and that cocoa may support, protect and increase blood flow to the skin – improving its appearance!

Cocoa_gift_set_2 Pure Inventions uses Lo Han fruit in these delicious formulations as a natural sweetener. Excellent for digestion, Lo Han is grown in Southern China and is called the “longevity fruit.” Together, these ingredients form an amazing combination of health benefits with a rich, unique taste.

The 2 ounces bottles are available in Chocolate Cocoa, Vanilla Cocoa or Mint Cocoa. Yum! Oh, and take a look at the gift sets too, which contain a one ounce bottle of each cocoa extract flavor.

Just good - or, is that delicious? - enough to be true!

June 04, 2007

The Cutest Etched Glasses by Bread and Badger - Great Men's Gift Idea!

Pint_purp_copy_2_new Clearly, The Succulent Wife caters to women, but we are quite excited to propose this really cute gift idea for the guys: etched pint and double old fashioned drinking glasses by Amanda Siska for Bread and Badger. Inspired by tattoo art, these retro pin up gals are so innocently seductive.

Dof_purp_copy_2_new A great gift for anyone who appreciates the female form. Think Fathers Day, Bachelor Party, Brother’s birthday… Indeed, here are some women you won’t mind your man holding on to…

An exclusive design for The Succulent Wife, you will not find these anywhere else.
 

May 23, 2007

Retro Electro Aprons -- Functional Succulence at Work

You need to see these absolutely adorable aprons by Retro Electro. Made from a clever mix of new, vintage and salvaged material, they are too cute for words.

The girls at Retro E managed to design aprons that are not only unique and adorable, but playful AND sexy at the same time. The Succulent Wife and staff had a great time unpacking this shipment. Indeed, a young male colleague (who, for his own safety shall remain unnamed) exclaimed “Wow, what do you wear underneath?” Well, that would totally be up to you and to how you prefer to entertain!

Take a look at the fun bistro aprons that would make a perfect gift for the man who has everything.  Actually, any of these aprons would make great housewarming or hostess gifts.  Hurry, hurry, these are flying off the shelves!!!  Oh, and read the instructions below to get your coupon code.

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May 14, 2007

What's New at The Succulent Wife

Here's my latest newsletter, coming out tomorrow.   We  are featuring several new artists and new products. The "Charmed" pendant necklaces by Betsy Carr are flying out the door. Check out Joli Jewelry, Paola Frusteri, Retro Electro and the Kama Sutra product line for some novel and unexpected gift ideas. As always, we gift wrap beautifully with the same care (and more) that we would take to wrap our own presents to loved ones.   Newsletter subscribers as well as blog readers get an additional 10% off using the coupon code indicated below.

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May 07, 2007

Gimme Kama Sutra

The Kama Sutra Company was started over thirty years ago and while the inspiration for the company's name came from the 4th century Indian text on lovemaking - the Kama Sutra of Vatsayayana - their purpose is thoroughly modern.

The Kama Sutra Company's purpose is very focused: to help loving couples create joyful experiences of intimacy and tenderness. They believe - and I think it makes perfect sense - that through such intimacy, physically and emotionally healthier human beings emerge, who in turn become more able to give love to the world. And boy, does our world need a little more TLC.

 

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So, take a look at the amazingly fun Kama Sutra gift sets that I just introduced in my store. Someone - I think it was my mom,  if you can believe that! - gave me the Weekender Kit some years ago and I've only kept very fond memories of that little box!!!  So,I thought that it was such a perfect fit to bring this additional form of succulent offering to The Succulent Wife's gift shop.

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I think that this is such a great idea for a wedding gift - for someone that you know well enough and that would not interpret this the wrong way. Or as an anniversary gift: your own or another couple's, to re-invigorate things a little. You know...

Did you see the Lover's Paint Box kit. I have a colleague (single and dating) that made the really cute comment to the effect that, at least with these chocolate body paints, she knows that she'd get something out of the encounter.

Anyhow, just another little something to help spread the love. And no, you don't need to wait for Valentine's Day. Duh!

May 05, 2007

Very "Joli Jewelry"

I fell in love the second I saw this line. Colorful, eclectic,old-fashioned-in-a-modern-way, a little bit bohemian, it has everything to have me hooked...  I had to have them in my store!

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Jody Lyons is the designer for Joli Jewelry and she creates limited edition pieces by mixing vintage findings and new materials. Joli Jewelry’s materials of choice are semi-precious stones, deco glass, enamel work, metal stampings or findings, mother of pearl, 1920’s, 1930’s, 1940’s, 50’s or 60’s vintage plastics and Bakelite Celluloid. These materials are masterfully combined into sculptural and textured compositions, each becoming a little piece of art in its own right, to wear as a pin or necklace. We love the quirky juxtaposition of the vintage materials and bright colors.

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The part I like best is the versatility of the pieces. Thanks to a clever “slider” that attaches to the pin, the Joli Jewelry brooches easily convert into necklaces. I sell them with a black satin cord necklace. Very elegant. You can also attach the pins/brooches to the black bead cuff bracelet.  See how a Joli Jewelry brooch perfectly adorns an otherwise ordinary piece?  See the collection on The Succulent Wife's website right here.

This is versatility in jewelry at its very best!

Love, love, love it.

I said that already.

May 04, 2007

Retro Electro Funky Hostess Aprons

I love, love, love these aprons by Retro Electro! Each is a one-of-kind piece, totally handmade from an eclectic mix of vintage and modern fabrics. They are brand new on The Succulent Wife.

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Sarah Mortensen and Roxanne Isaac meet as bartenders in 2001. They went searching for something fun to wear to work. They quickly discovered there weren't any cool aprons on the market; all were generic looking and "made overseas." So out of necessity, they decided to collaborate on a distinctive line of aprons. And these girls managed to design aprons that are not only unique and adorable, but playful AND sexy at the same time. The Succulent Wife and staff had a great time unpacking this shipment. Indeed, a young male colleague (who, for his own safety shall remain unnamed) exclaimed “Wow, what do you wear underneath?” Well, that would totally be up to you and to how and whom you prefer to entertain!

Oh, and what a fun hostess gift, don't you think?

Check them out here and wear them succulently!

May 03, 2007

GohGirl

The Goh Girl line is created by creator & designer Liz Goh. She was actually working a "cubicle" job related to her hard earned psych degree when her Goh Girl alter egos began manifesting. Goh Girl's cute, imaginative illustrated creatures are actually secret agents, each with a special power.

The Goh Girl line currently includes Women's and baby tee-shirts and note cards. Secret Agent Pretoria's powers help her hold and grip her enemy, while Agent S. chases down non-recyclers and Agent Tokyo's abilities allow her to propel herself out of danger. Meet all the other secret agents here at The Succulent Wife.

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I guess that the psych degree does help discern particular character and personality traits. Liz' creativity makes them special.

April 17, 2007

Green Tea Extracts - The delicious alternative to drinking plain water

The sale is on at The Succulent Wife's gift shop. And you know what's flying out the door? The Pure Inventions Green Tea Extracts!!!

Green_tea_3 You need to try these! I know you know that we should all be drinking at least 80 oz of water a day. Eighty ounces, that many? I still think that’s a hard one to swallow, not only because it’s