Baroni Designs 2009

While I was "on vacation" the brilliant new Baroni Design catalogs were published. Several new lines have emerged in 2009 that appear to be new standards in fine sterling silver and gold vermeil (Gold over silver) jewelry. Pictured above are a few pieces from the charming Santosha collection. If your customer likes meaning behind jewelry, then this line may be for you. However, there is so much more to Baroni. Their children's line continues to be a favorite of mine. I would have loved it have owned it as a child or had it to give to my daughter years ago. You can visit their website or I invite you to call me, Mabyn Shingleton at 866-353-4287 (225-218-9866) and I will get a catalog to you. You won't be disappointed with the quality of this jewelry.

Nuturing Force Aloe Vera Makeup Remover

Every so often I get a hold of a new product that makes sense and simply, works. Meet Nurturing Force Wellness Aloe Vera "Clean Sweep", a spray make-up remover. The 2 ounce spray bottle is a perfect size to hold in the palm of your hand. You can spray this directly onto your face or spray onto a cotton ball. I chose the latter. With a gentle swoop over one eye I removed the mascara you see in the image. It is very gentle and effective. To remove all of my face make-up took 2 cotton pads. It hydrates and moisturizes sensitive skin like mine. It is paraben-free and has no added colors or fragrance. If you are interested in stocking this product in your retail establishment, contact Mabyn Shingleton at 866-353-4287 or 225-218-9866.

Before May 31 - Order Greeting Cards

Collage Greetings is offering (through me) FREE SHIPPING* through May 31st. The occasion is our annual NO SHOW SPECIAL!! We are passing the savings directly to our retailers.

We have recently added FOUR (count that 4) new greeting card lines in the ones you find on our site. They are Anne Made, GFDG Studio, Susan Fene Fine Art and Tallu-lah.

Contact me, Mabyn Shingleton, at 225-218-9866 and I'll get the collections you want to see in front of you. Then, rack up savings for your store while adding some great new merchandise. You can call me at 1-866-353-4287 Toll Free also.

*$350+ prepaid order.

Customers across the nation already love White Rose Spongeables. Now with the same great shape but also offered in TRAVEL SIZE! In addition we offer two NEW SCENTS: Lavender Nectar and Pink Grapefruit. All are accepted onboard all airlines. Vitamins A & E help prevent premature aging. Several case combinations are available. Contact Mabyn Shingleton at 866-353-4287 to get wholesale rates today!

NEW Haute Dog by Spongeables

"Haute Dog" is hot off the press. The shampoo is IN the sponge. The shape of this bath buffer makes it very easy to hold. A ph balanced shampoo and conditioner combined leaves doggies' coat soft and shiny. Haute Dog Bath Buffers contain aloe for healthier skin and tea tree oil to help prevent hot spots and irritation. Now you can offer a product to cleanse, soothe, protect and condition ALL IN ONE! Contact Mabyn Shingleton at 866-353-4287 for wholesale prices.

Recycled Greeting Card Line

I love green lines. Today I received Collage Greetings' newest card line called Studio Expressio. Finally a line with equisite details like sparkling embellishments, metallic envelopes, sleeves, hand applied metallic strips...and the whole line is RECYCLED!

The cards do not photograph anywhere near as dynamic as they are. Studio Expressio has four distinct 'looks' from bold graphics and vintace icons to charming patterns and bold bright colors. 100% recycled paper; printed with soy ink; Forest Certified Paper.

Call Mabyn at 866-353-4287 or email mabyn@futurebound.com for information on this great greeting card line.

Fingernail Polish for Little Girls

AllyKats newest products are destined to be successful. Little girls LOVE fingernail polish and mom's will like that it just peels off! The packaging is like the rest of the AllyKat line - adorable. The .5 ounce bottles are small and heart-shaped. AllyKats fingernail polish is available in red and pink sparkles. This should be a must have if you have a shop with this potential customer. Mom's, grandmom's and aunts will all remember wanting products like this. Give Mabyn Shingleton a call at 1-800-346-4289 or 225-505-5466 for wholesale information.

Recycled Totes - Oilcloth

Naturally Knotty produces totes created from the highest quality oilcloth in the world. Oilcloth is waterproof and stain resistant. Today's oilcloth is a vinyl that is bonded and supported with a cotton mesh and fading may occur under direct sunlight. To know Naturally Knotty is to love the company because it is so eco-friendly. Each of these totes is created from factory leftovers that would ordinarily be tossed into the garbage and destined for a landfill. As a rep, people are wanting to purchase the ones I now carry off of me. There are five (5) styles of Oilcloth Totes. The one pictured has five fabulously deep pockets on the outside. This line looks like a winner. Want to know more? Contact Mabyn Shingleton at 866-353-4287 or mabyn@futurebound.com Subject:Naturally Knotty.

Invite customers to try Product

Heidi's Nail Solution sells well in gift stores, boutiques, nail salons and spas. It is a nail strengthener and cuticle repair cream that works well and lasts a good long time. It comes in a glass pod-like jar that is like no other product I am aware of. My suggestion is to place the small 3-tier acrylic display you can order near your check-out in clear view with a tester. Invite customers to try Heidi's Nail Solution and you'll find new loyal Heidi's customers.

I do like their other products (Creme Deluxe and Velvet Heels) as well.
Heidi's Creme Deluxe (for those of use with very dry hands & body) is a very rich, non-sticky creme in a tube. It absorbs into your skin very quickly and "lasts through three hand washings."

Heidi's Velvet Heels helps to break down dry, cracked heels. All in all, this is a small but quality line.

For information on adding the Heidis line to your store, contact Mabyn Shingleton at 1-866-353-4287 or email me at mabyn@futurebound.com with the subject: Heidis.

Eco Friendly

These days it is a wise manufacturer who blends earth-savvy products with the style consumers want. I've seen my share of ugly "green" products. There are many who just want to reuse our waste. I don't think that will ultimately sell since our society has evolved so much. With that in mind, look at the following lines I rep for the best of the best when it comes to eco-friendly lines:
1. Souls Calling - Recycled flipflops
2. Naturally Knotty - Eco friendly Totes and bags
3. Frazzled and Bedazzled - Recycled Notekeepers
4. Linden Leaves - Natural Product line

I'll keep looking through my list to see what else comes in as "eco-friendly" and let you know.

Travel Blanket Can be Personalized!

Cabin Cuddler's newest version of their product offers a great way to monogram initials on their supersoft travel blanket. This product solves many problems for travelers. It makes a great gift for graduates or anyone who does any amount of traveling...may it be in a car, plane, bus or on a cruise ship.

No need to worry about germs anymore because you will have your own blanket and pillow holder so lightweight that you will not believe it! These are washable also.

Warmth in general was a problem for the airline blankets due to the size of them. Cabin Cuddler is designed to be placed in your chair and folded around you to keep you warm. No more drafts under the seats to freeze your feet!

Travel season is upon us but I'm always taking orders! Order me (Mabyn Shingleton) around by either downloading my form or contacting me at 225-925-8295 (Toll Free 866-353-4287) to place a starting order for Cabin Cuddler today...before your competition does!

Mississippi trip short circuited

I took a quick road trip through parts of Mississippi before having to return home. It is giving me a chance to catch up. After dropping my trusty camera, sad to say, it will no longer be with us. I will have to find a different camera to take its place until I can find another spectacular one. I do love photography however it just would not be worth it to repair my old one at this point. I will have to rely on other's photographs (which are usually better than mine anyway)when I tell you about the products. The items that most people are wanting to know about on this blog right now are the Flex-flops, Cocobelle sandals, Xela reed diffusers and it appears to be Fleur de lis jewelry. I still can't believe that. If your store is thinking about any of these items, please give me a call for I have had enormous interest in the first two definitely.

I'll write later. mabyn

Xela Tea Line Offers Rich Fragrance

Yesterday afternoon a foot and a half long box arrived. It was the Tea for You product by Xela Aromasticks. I have smelled each fragrance (there are five*) previously and always believed they produced very good blends; however, until I experienced the product as it arrived in the tin canister I did not fully appreciate how marvelous this line really is. Tea for you is is a reed diffuser line based on teas. The tin canister holds all of the fragrance in. Opening it, reveals this fascinating aroma. I pulled out the packaging to reveal a very handsome frosted glass with an etched logo dusted in the color of the line, which was lavender (Lavender Earl Grey). I am sorry it took me so long to get a full experience of the Tea for You line. I'll be interested to see what various retailers think when I begin showing it next week. The metal tin itself is neat. If you want wholesale information on aromasticks (reed diffusers)call Mabyn Shingleton at 225-218-9866 to see how we can make it work for your store. I took a photo of it for you to enjoy.
*Tangerine Mandarin Chai (Combination of lemongrass, orange and spices--nutmeg, cinnamon & clove) Lemongrass' aromatherapy benefit is that of a calming nature and orange helps with anti-anxiety. Inspired by Chai Tea.
*Jasmine Darjeeling (Exotic blend of Jasmine, gardenia, violet and tea oil) The aromatherapy benefit from jasmine is stimulation.
*Lavender Earl Grey (Complex mixture of lavender, citrus, lemon, patchouli and tea oil.) Lavender is known to release tension and citrus is invigorating. They borrowed the name from Earl.
*Sunflower Oolong (Bright mixture of sunflower, gardenia, orange blossom and tea oil) Neroli's aromatherapy benefits are said that it is uplifting. Neroli is orange blossom oil.
*Mint Green Tea (Clean natural combination of spearmint, lemon verbena, lavender and tea oil) Spearmint be soothing to your stomach while lavender relaxes you.

Hopefully these fragrance descriptions will begin to explain the benefits of the line and the scent complexities you will entertain if you stock this delightful line. Let Mabyn at 225-505-5466 know if you want wholesale information.

Good Morning. Strap Tamers are hardly a new item but since they are a great product for any time of the year when women wear sleeveless garments, I want to make sure to have this post available. Bra strap concealers come in all shapes and sizes however Strap Tamers, in my opinion, have done it correctly. They are launderable and easy to use. Just look at the artwork I posted. It could not be easier. This art is on the package. There are three sets of Tamers to a card. To have these in your store within the week, call Mabyn Shingleton at 225-505-5466 cell or 866-353-4287 toll free or 225-218-9866 for wholesale information.

Father's Day Fragrances

If you have been looking for a fragrance line with a small order minimum that will appeal to college age -35 something year old males, Berjung imports two ideal perfumes. Without exception, retailers have responded favorably to both of these French perfumes when they have smelled them. Contact Mabyn Shingleton for wholesale line information at 1-866-353-4287 toll free or 225-505-5466 cell. Generally everyone I have seen really likes the men's Cotton Club fragrance and the Goal fragrance (for younger guys). I can't be specific about what they say it smells like but without hesitation you could recommend both of these.

Stylish Sterling Silver Jewelry

Great ring, right? As you can see it is a set of four stacker rings and I've received numerous compliments from it. If you are interested in getting wholesale price information from this silver line, contact Mabyn Shingleton at 866-353-4287 or 225-505-5466.