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SEARCH PRODUCT NEWS	Product News: MSA's Showcase of Specialty Store Merchandise Peak2 PN 2009 Another ingenious design! This triangular case folds flat when not in use and easily slips into a pocket or purse, hence the name “Pocket.” Practicality at its best! Retail: $12 Wholesale: $4.50 -free catalog- A Novel Design LLC River Edge, NJ 07661-1401 Phone: (201) 265-4435 Fax: (201) 265-4435 E-mail: jijinan@aol.com Recycled glass and hand-painted. Three sizes available. Great for year-round sales, including Christmas ornaments. We also have cardinals and bluebirds. Made in the U.S.A. Retail: $12.50–$17.50 Wholesale: $5.50–$7.50 -free print and online catalog- Amazing Recycled Products Denver, CO 80201-0312 Phone: (800) 241-2174 Fax: (303) 699-2102 Web site: www.amazingrecycled.com E-mail: salesteam@amazingrecycled.com Everything you need to create your own frameable art masterpieces! Pre-cut art sheets, colored sand, frames, artist biographies – all in a rich, leather-look package. Retail: $19.95 Wholesale: $9.50 -free print and online catalog- ArtiSands Shell Lake, WI 54871-6301 Phone: (866) 950-7263 Web site: www.artisands.com E-mail: marylee@artisands.com Just fill clock with water and a squirt of lemon. That’s all the clock needs to tell perfect time. No batteries or chemicals required. Eco-friendly. 7" x 4" unique gift item. Retail: $25 Wholesale: $12 -free print and online catalog- Bedol What's Next Claremont, CA 91711 Phone: (909) 626-0388 Fax: (909) 626-4858 Web site: www.bedol.com E-mail: mbedol@bedol.com Harness the magic of water and your imagination! Your design comes to life with a swish of the water wand, and then slowly disappears — ready to start again! Retail: $19.95 Wholesale: $9 -free catalog- Buddha Board Inc. Vancouver, BC V6J 1R1 Phone: (604) 709-5667 Fax: (604) 709-5652 Web site: www.buddhaboard.com E-mail: info@buddhaboard.com Contemporary, sensual, affordable. Also Pollock, Miró, splatter, camouflage, flag. Best seller at Hammer Museum, Nevada Museum of Art. One of 50+ styles under $10 retail; 150 under $25; $50 top retail. 60% gross margin. NY Gift 2983, SF Gift 1020. Retail: $5 Wholesale: $2 -online catalog- Carolyn Forsman Conversation Piece Jewelry New York, NY 10036-4402 Phone: (800) 442-7621 Fax: (212) 664-7621 Web site: www.carolynforsman.com E-mail: hello@carolynforsman.com Just three of the new titles from our fast-selling CD range. Beautifully presented, high-quality music from all periods, created for museum shops. Retail: $16.99 Wholesale: $7.95 -free print and online catalog- Classical Communications Ltd. Witney, Oxford OX29 4SZ Phone: (866) 207-8499 Fax: +44 1865-882-947 Web site: www.thegiftofmusic.com E-mail: sales@thegiftofmusic.com Hand-woven in a small woman-owned weaving studio in Afghanistan, this classic scarf is made from 100% hand-spun silk and natural dyes. Available in five colorways. 19" x 71". Retail: $85 Wholesale: $39 -online catalog- Creative Women Grand Isle, VT 05458-2351 Phone: (802) 372-3320 Fax: (802) 372-5323 Web site: www.creativewomen.net E-mail: info@creativewomen.net The two-sided low-distortion star chart preferred by professionals comes in cardboard and large or small plastic versions for every latitude. Wholesale pricelist at www.davidchandler.com/ws. Retail: $11.95 large $7 small Wholesale: $5.40 large $3.25 small -online catalog- David Chandler Co. Springville, CA 93265-0999 Phone: (800) 516-9756 Fax: (559) 539-7033 Web site: www.davidchandler.com E-mail: info@davidchandler.com Vivid Flambeau’ glazes finish these striking forms that invoke the essence of Arts & Crafts style. Hand-thrown, they are available in three sizes. Custom work available. Atlanta Gift Show Booth # 3-2-316, NY Gift Show booth # 229. Retail: $22–$150 Wholesale: $11–$69 -free catalog- David Changar Ceramic Designs Bronx, NY 10460-1526 Phone: (718) 842-6362 Fax: (718) 842-6965 E-mail: dchangar@nyc.rr.com Ship’s wheel hand-painted polyresin photo frame. Hang as an ornament or use as magnet. Remove back to add your special pirate’s photo. DesignMasters’ Pirate Collection. Retail: $6 Wholesale: $3 -free print and online catalog- Design Master Associates Inc. Toano, VA 23168-9332 Phone: (800) 322-7583 Fax: (757) 566-8400 Web site: www.designmasters.com E-mail: sales@designmasters.com Sculpted porcelain ornament with decorative gold edge features original four-color decal image. Hangs from gold metallic cord. Holiday greeting on back. DesignMasters’ Civil War Collection. Retail: $12 Wholesale: $6 -free print and online catalog- Design Master Associates Inc. Toano, VA 23168-9332 Phone: (800) 322-7583 Fax: (757) 566-8400 Web site: www.designmasters.com E-mail: sales@designmasters.com Earth Sun Moon’s Advice from Nature™ line of t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats are top sellers for museums, zoos and thousands of specialty gift shops around the country. XXl t-shirts / $9.50. Retail: $16.99 each Wholesale: $8.50 each -free print and online catalog- Earth Sun Moon Trading Co. Grove City, PA 16127-1641 Phone: (888) 458-1687 Fax: (724) 458-4920 Web site: www.earthsunmoon.com/wholesale.php E-mail: info@earthsunmoon.com Verdrigris patina brass with Indian sapphire Swarovski crystal necklace on tri rawhide. Coordinated pendants, cuff bracelets and earrings available. Retail: $24–$300 Wholesale: $12–$150 -online catalog- Elaine Coyne Galleries Kennesaw, GA 30144-7333 Phone: (800) 741-2523 Fax: (866) 332-1626 Web site: www.ecg.com E-mail: ecoyne@ecg.com Learn to use art materials and collage techniques to create mixed media art. New trend-on gift kit features PITT® artist pen, Art GRIP® Aquarelle pencils and more. Retail: $29.95 Wholesale: Call for details -free catalog- Faber-Castell U.S.A. Inc. Cleveland, OH 44125-4602 Phone: (800) 642-2288 Fax: (216) 643-4663 Web site: www.creativityforkids.com E-mail: info@fabercastell.com Nobody can resist playing with Fractiles! Easily create endless beautiful patterns and designs. Parents Choice award winner! Ages 6 to adult. Made in the U.S.A. CPSIA compliant. Retail: $11.95–$45.95 Wholesale: $6–$23 -free print and online catalog- Fractiles Boulder, CO 80302-6720 Phone: (303) 541-0930 Fax: (303) 442-7776 Web site: www.fractiles.com E-mail: fractiles@fractiles.com Beautiful Fair Trade silk bag with beaded flap and embroidered string. Closes with a zipper under the flap. The outside is a beautiful and detailed display of fine thread and mirror work. Retail: $52 Wholesale: $26 -free print and online catalog- Handmade Expressions Austin, TX 78751-1519 Phone: (512) 535-5228 Fax: (734) 348-9904 Web site: www.handmadeexpressions.net E-mail: info@handmadeexpressions.net Three angels from Hestia: Ariel (pictured), Tamar and new for 2009, Serena. Created by our studio artists, hand-painted and hand-dressed, perfect for collectors. 4" to 7-1/2" tall. Retail: $48–$57 Wholesale: $24–$28.50 -free print and online catalog- Hestia Creations Inc. Marblehead, MA 01945-3137 Phone: (781) 639-2727 Fax: (781) 639-8414 Web site: www.hestiacreations.com E-mail: info@hestiacreations.com A new twist on bridge cards! This two-deck “book” incorporates familiar patterns from Ancient Greece to Art Moderne — with the royalty suits wearing them all! Retail: $13.95 Wholesale: $6.50 -free print and online catalog- Inkstone Design Inc. Missoula, MT 59802-4342 Phone: (406) 542-0270 Fax: (406) 542-0256 Web site: www.inkstone.net E-mail: gofish@inkstone.net Exquisite, organic, Fair Trade chocolate bars that feature an art reproduction on a collectible card inside the wrapper. Label and cards can be customized for art collections and exhibitions. Retail: $3.75–$6 Wholesale: $2.05–$3.10 -free print and online catalog- Ithaca Fine Chocolates - Art Bars Ithaca, NY 14850-2450 Phone: (607) 257-7954 Fax: (775) 860-8239 Web site: www.ithacafinechocolates.com E-mail: info@ithacafinechocolates.com Unique jewelry sets packaged in a travel case. Made in Spain and hand-finished with Swarovski crystals. Retail: $15–$19 Wholesale: $6–$7 -free catalog- Jelli Jewels Fort Lauderdale, FL 33355-0614 Phone: (888) 995-3554 Fax: (954) 846-0782 Web site: www.jellijewels.com E-mail: info@jellijewels.com Handmade by the Koonin family of Thailand, these seven different adorable characters clip onto anything and open to reveal a sturdy, eco-friendly shopping bag. Retail: $18 Wholesale: $9 -free print and online catalog- Kamibashi Asian Art Leicester, NC 28748-7726 Phone: (828) 683-7994 Fax: (864) 751-5744 Web site: www.kamibashi.com E-mail: chris@kamibashi.com Kamibashi’s String Doll Gang, DEBO Superheroes, Koonin Family Pets and BLABBOS are fun and wacky miniature friends made by artisans in Thailand. No two are alike, making them the perfect $10 gift for the holidays or any day! Retail: $10 Wholesale: $4.75 -free print and online catalog- Kamibashi Asian Art Leicester, NC 28748-7726 Phone: (828) 683-7994 Fax: (864) 751-5744 Web site: www.kamibashi.com E-mail: chris@kamibashi.com We create, make and market well-designed products that are fun and affordable. Retail: $2 Wholesale: $.85 -free print and online catalog- Kikkerland Design Inc. New York, NY 10027-2544 Phone: (800) 869-1105 x100 Fax: (212) 678-6296 Web site: www.kikkerland.com E-mail: Lkellner@kikkerland.com Vintage Japanese kimonos redesigned into handbags, totes, scarves, hats and neckties. A great recycled product. Made by Theresa Gallup, artist, in Springfield, MO. Retail: $52–$100 Wholesale: $26–$50 -free print and online catalog- Kimono Designs Nixa, MO 65714-8354 Phone: (417) 823-8886 Web site: www.kimonodesigns.com E-mail: kimonodesigns@sbcglobal.net This show-stopper features Laga’s signature exquisite embroidery. It contains two open compartments and a middle zippered pocket that spans the bag’s length. Color variations available. Retail: $144.95 Wholesale: $58 -free catalog- Laga Designs International Inc. Irvine, CA 92614-7533 Phone: (949) 654-8360 Fax: (888) 305-4056 Web site: www.laga-handbags.com E-mail: roy@laga-handbags.com Bones, a new line of pop-up prehistoric animal skeletons, joins Christmas, Judaica and Architecture in open stock designs. Custom designs always available. Retail: $6.50 each Wholesale: $36 dozen -free catalog- Live Your Dream Designs Los Angeles, CA 90031-4004 Phone: (323) 226-0274 Fax: (323) 226-0274 Web site: www.liveyourdreamdesigns.com For the complete story of Mata Ortiz — pottery, silver / shard jewelry, books, DVDs, history, inside knowledge and photos — it’s all at Mata Ortiz to You! Retail: $70–$600 Wholesale: $40–$350 -online catalog- Mata Ortiz to You Marana, AZ 85658-4156 Phone: (520) 744-0639 Fax: (520) 744-0639 Web site: www.mataortiztoyou.com E-mail: jandiers@msn.com Hand-crafted gift tiles are created by Ann Arbor artisans in the arts and crafts tradition. Redwood tile shown here is 6" x 8". Also available framed. Retail: $84–$194 Wholesale: $42–$117 -free print and online catalog- Motawi Tileworks Ann Arbor, MI 48103-9158 Phone: (734) 213-0017 Fax: (734) 213-2569 Web site: www.motawi.com E-mail: motawi@motawi.com “For Every Season” hand-crafted jewelry is inspired by nature and the changing seasons. Sterling silver and bronze — some with pearl — earrings, pendants and bracelets. Retail: $26–$156 Wholesale: 13–$78 -online catalog- Nena Jewelry Designs Rogersville, MO 65742 Phone: (417) 886-7757 Fax: (417) 886-9423 Web site: www.nenapotts.com E-mail: nenapotts@gmail.com Handmade neck-piece of sterling silver with 10 gems of peridot and citrine. Nature inspired, artisan made, limited editions, signed and numbered in the tradition of fine art. Retail: $30–$3500 Wholesale: Call for quote -free print and online catalog- Nikolaev Designs Chandler, AZ 85249-4541 Phone: (602) 214-7468 Web site: www.nikolaevdesigns.com E-mail: kim@nikolaevdesigns.com One-of-a-kind, hand-built pottery is made by pressing flowers and herbs from the garden. Each piece uses lead-free glaze and is dishwasher, microwave and food safe. Retail: $9–$125 Wholesale: $4.50–$67.50 -online catalog- Nina J. Design Studios LLC Winchester, VA 22603-3147 Phone: (540) 539-8072 Web site: www.ninastudios.com E-mail: jhaverineena@yahoo.com An abundantly illustrated, easy-to-use guide to the ways in which visual artists have depicted music, musical instruments and musical performance. Retail: $24.95 Wholesale: Call for quote -free print and online catalog- Oxford University Press New York, NY 10016-4308 Phone: (212) 743-8340 Fax: (212) 726-6446 Web site: www.oup.com E-mail: mildred.lee@oup.com This lavishly illustrated book pays tribute to Rembrandt’s marvelous gifts as a graphic artist through 50 sublime drawings. Retail: $14.95 Wholesale: Call for quote -free print and online catalog- Oxford University Press New York, NY 10016-4308 Phone: (212) 743-8340 Fax: (212) 726-6446 Web site: www.oup.com E-mail: mildred.lee@oup.com This beautifully illustrated work offers insight on Van Gogh’s famous canvas, “Irises,” and his many other flower paintings. Retail: $19.95 Wholesale: Call for quote -free print and online catalog- Oxford University Press New York, NY 10016-4308 Phone: (212) 743-8340 Fax: (212) 726-6446 Web site: www.oup.com E-mail: mildred.lee@oup.com Colorful, handmade jewelry for garden, natural history, science and fine art museum gift shops. It features natural gemstones, pearls and high-fire glass enamel. Retail: $8–$68 Wholesale: $4–$34 -online catalog- Percent Jewelry LLC San Francisco, CA 94103-1245 Phone: (415) 864-1400 Fax: (415) 864-4425 Web site: www.percentjewelry.com E-mail: info@percentjewelry.com Keepsake ornaments, commemoratives and bookmarks for donor recognition, museums, fundraising and unique events. Let PEI help unlock your potential. Retail: Call for quote Wholesale: Call for quote -free print and online catalog- Photofabrication Engineering Inc. Milford, MA 01757-1722 Phone: (508) 478-2025 Fax: (508) 478-3895 Web site: www.decorativeetching.com E-mail: hhayett@photofabrication.com Adorned with fine art and architectural designs, our elegant notepads come in 18 designs and three sizes with 70 to 80 sheets each. 4" x 9" comes with magnet. Retail = $4.95 (3x5) / $6.95 (5x7); Wholesale = $2.48 (3x5) / $3.48 (5x7). Retail: $7.95 (4x9) Wholesale: $3.98 (4x9) -free print and online catalog- Pomegranate Petaluma, CA 94975-8022 Phone: (800) 227-1428 Fax: (707) 782-9810 Web site: www.pomegranate.com E-mail: info@pomegranate.com Artist-created, award-winning plush stuffed Uglydolls are adored by fans of all ages. Collectible Uglydolls inspire creativity and allow us to celebrate our differences. Retail: $20 Wholesale: $10 -free catalog- Pretty Ugly LLC Edison, NJ 08837-3830 Phone: (908) 620-0931 Fax: (908) 620-0914 Web site: www.uglydolls.com E-mail: pretty@uglydolls.com Make it useful, make it beautiful, make it durable, make it sustainable, make it work, make it Swiss-made by Prodir. Shipping and personalized display units free of charge! Retail: $1.99–$4.95 Wholesale: $1–$1.70 -free print and online catalog- Prodir SA East Greenwich, RI 02818-1645 Phone: 41 91-935-55-28 Fax: 41 91-935-56-10 Web site: www.prodir.com E-mail: museum@prodir.com Q3 Art makes fashionable, fun and affordable hand-dyed anodized aluminum jewelry, mobiles and clocks. To access Web site below, enter artist #20169, then enter the password: tra3q. Retail: $134 Wholesale: $67 -free print and online catalog- Q3 Art Inc. Chicago, IL 60657-4339 Phone: (877) 929-4258 Fax: (773) 929-4258 Web site: www.q3art.com E-mail: info@q3art.com Based on ceramic sculptures by a Santa Fe artist, Ransom + Scout handbags and accessories feature mischievous characters and stories that appear on each of 10 unusual items. Retail: N/A Wholesale: $19–$199 -free print and online catalog- Ransom + Scout and Co. Santa Fe, NM 87504-2244 Phone: (505) 992-1155 Fax: (505) 989-9632 Web site: www.ransomandscout.com E-mail: info@ransomandscout.com This colorful gift set accurately depicts some of the dwellers of the endangered coral reefs. Explore underwater formations with a sea turtle, dolphin, grouper and queen triggerfish. Retail: $20 Wholesale: $10 -online catalog- Safari Ltd. Miami Gardens, FL 33169-5704 Phone: (800) 554-5414 Fax: (305) 624-9433 Web site: www.safariltd.com E-mail: sales@safariltd.com Five stunning, detailed illustrations of shells from the Golden Age of natural history illustration are meticulously adapted to this new note card assortment. Gift box contains 20 note cards. Retail: $19.95 Wholesale: $9.95 -online catalog- San Diego Natural History Museum San Diego, CA 92101-1624 Phone: (619) 255-0218 Fax: (619) 255-0177 Web site: www.sdnhm.org E-mail: museumstore@sdnhm.org A complete line of marbled silk neckwear for men and scarves for women. Also unique hand-marbled leather handbags in a variety of shapes with matching accoutrements. Retail: Call for quote Wholesale: Call for quote -free print and online catalog- Solace Marbled Artwear & Accessories Penn Laird, VA 22846-0295 Phone: (540) 298-5222 Fax: (540) 298-5222 Web site: www.solaceinc.com E-mail: solace@solaceinc.com Beanpod Candles introduces Lil’ Bean Candle. Made in the U.S.A. from Earth-friendly soybeans. Available in 10 fragrances; 1.9 oz. glass jar. Retail: $3.99 each Wholesale: $1.99 each -free catalog- Soy Basics LLC New Hampton, IA 50659-1035 Phone: (866) 394-6313 Fax: (641) 394-5822 Web site: www.beanpodcandle.com E-mail: pstover@soybasics.com Sterling silver jewelry handmade in Mexico, designed for all ages. Our collection includes contemporary pieces like the set shown here, as well as geometric and abstract styles. Retail: $16–$300 Wholesale: $8–$150 -free print and online catalog- Tamohara Collection Hudson, NY 12534-0300 Phone: (877) 896-1136 Fax: (703) 995-4802 Web site: www.tamohara.com E-mail: info@tamohara.com Uncover the history, mystery and questions about conspiracies behind the Dead Sea Scrolls in these books. Replica Qumran Jars with replica of scroll or mini jigsaw puzzle of scroll. Retail: Call for quote Wholesale: Call for quote -online catalog- The Dead Sea Scrolls Collection Warsaw, IN 46581-1775 Phone: (574) 269-5223 Fax: (574) 269-2824 Web site: www.DeadSeaScrollsCollection.com E-mail: dfieldtrip@aol.com Translucent botanical details of cyanotypes by pioneering woman photographer Anna Atkins decorate these colorful porcelain mugs and dessert plates. Microwave and dishwasher safe. Retail: $16 / $22 Wholesale: $8 / $11 -free catalog- The J. Paul Getty Museum Los Angeles, CA 90049-1687 Phone: (310) 440-7244 Fax: (310) 440-7749 Web site: www.getty.edu E-mail: destespinelo@getty.edu Many of our hand-block-printed ties and scarves are nature-inspired or ethnic-influenced, whimsically and elegantly portrayed. Choose from other fun images or your custom design. Retail: $50–$68 Wholesale: $25–$28 -free print and online catalog- Tie Tracks Jackson, WY 83002-9119 Phone: (307) 413-0929 Fax: (307) 734-2628 Web site: www.tietracks.com E-mail: kay.stratman@tietracks.com Features the Smith-Waite Tarot Centennial Edition deck, “The Pictorial Key to the Tarot” and “The Artwork & Times of Pamela Colman Smith,” with more than 100 examples of her non-tarot art. Set also includes postcards and prints. Retail: $35 Wholesale: $17.50 -free print and online catalog- U.S. Games Systems Inc. Stamford, CT 06902-6912 Phone: (800) 544-2637 Fax: (203) 353-8431 Web site: www.usgamesinc.com Take shelter under this healing tree of life. Multicolored domed cabs of certified Baltic amber shine in this popular sterling pin-pendant. Call for catalogs. Retail: $69 Wholesale: $27.75 -free print and online catalog- Vessel International Inc. Smithsburg, MD 21783-0710 Phone: (800) 837-7354 Fax: (301) 824-4499 Web site: www.amberwholesale.com E-mail: mail@amberwholesale.com Original accessories for museum stores worldwide. Inspired by art, history and nature, Zazou translates art movements into beautiful and unique textiles. Retail: $14–$60 Wholesale: $7–$30 -free catalog- Zazou Scarves Berkeley, CA 94710-2216 Phone: (800) 274-1868 Fax: (510) 848-6135 Web site: www.zazou.com E-mail: info@zazou.com