tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73605855537405370562024-02-19T05:47:58.492-06:00Midwest-CBKMidwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-44950729584318743382012-12-03T15:51:00.003-06:002012-12-03T15:51:51.127-06:00Midwest-CBK Names Dick Duff General Manager<br /><div class="">
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<span class="photo_caption_block" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; min-width: 210px; overflow: visible; width: 210px;"><img alt="Dick Duff" border="0" height="269" hspace="0" src="http://www.giftsanddec.com/photo/410/410281-Dick_Duff.jpg" style="float: none; margin: 5px 5px 0px;" title="Dick Duff" vspace="0" width="200" /><q style="display: block; float: none; margin: 0px 5px 5px 5px; position: relative; width: 200px;">Dick Duff</q></span>CANNON FALLS, MN - <a href="http://www.giftsanddec.com/jumplink.php?target=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mwcbk.com%2F" target="_blank">Midwest‐CBK</a>,
has named Dick Duff general manager. An industry veteran, Duff has 29
years of experience in the gift industry, including five years with
Midwest of Cannon Falls as the executive vice president of sales and
marketing.<br />
Throughout his career, Duff has served in numerous executive‐level
leadership roles in the gift industry, focusing on marketing, product
development, sales management and business development; he also has
international experience in foreign sourcing, manufacturing,
distribution and product development. In his new role, Duff will oversee
all aspects of day-to-day operations and manage growth objectives.<br />
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"Dick's proven track record and knowledge of the gift industry is second to none," said Howard Ganz, president of <a href="http://www.giftsanddec.com/jumplink.php?target=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ganz.com%2F" target="_blank">Ganz</a>, which <a href="http://www.giftsanddec.com/article/555898-Ganz_Acquires_Midwest_CBK.php?intref=sr" target="_blank">acquired Midwest‐CBK</a>
from MVP Group International, Inc., in October. "His passion combined
with outstanding sales and marketing leadership will serve our
customers, employees and the industry well. We look forward to continued
growth and success through Dick's leadership."<br />
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Most recently, Duff served as the executive vice president of Blue
Mountain Arts. He has also served as executive vice president of sales
and marketing, and vice president and general manager of The Hadley
Companies; president of American Specialty Confections; and executive
vice president and general manager for Carousel by Guy. Duff holds a
bachelor of science degree in marketing, advertising and journalism from
Oklahoma State University.<br />
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"I'm excited to return to Midwest‐CBK and work with the industry's
top talent to bring our valued customers the most sought‐after products
backed by an amazing sales and distribution team," said Duff, in a
statement. "I look forward to the opportunity to further develop and
grow the brand, starting with an outstanding new product launch in
January."Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-64749357235695851102012-10-04T09:20:00.000-05:002012-10-04T09:20:41.188-05:00Ganz Acquires Midwest-CBK<h1>
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CANNON FALLS, MN - <a href="http://www.giftsanddec.com/jumplink.php?target=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mwcbk.com%2F" target="_blank">Midwest-CBK</a> has been purchased from MVP Group International Inc. by gift company <a href="http://www.giftsanddec.com/jumplink.php?target=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ganz.com%2F" target="_blank">Ganz</a>. The acquisition includes the Midwest-CBK brand name and its holiday, gift, and home and outdoor décor business.<br />
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the acquisition, MVP Group will retain the Colonial Candle, Everybody's
Ayurveda, Genuine Monkeez & Friends, Monkeez Makes a Difference and
Goofballz brands, as well as the distribution facility and staff in
Union City, TN. The Midwest-CBK product line and the MVP Group
International brands of Colonial Candle, Everybody's Ayurveda, Genuine
Monkeez, Monkeez Makes a Difference and Goofballz, will continue to be
available through the Midwest-CBK sales team.<br />
"Midwest-CBK is a
perfect addition to the Ganz family of brands, a company with a similar
heritage, strong values, experience, vision and focus," said Scott
Wehrs, president, Midwest-CBK, in a statement. "By combining forces,
both Midwest-CBK and Ganz will continue to grow and provide the industry
with exceptional new product design and development, and outstanding
service."<br />
Midwest's and Ganz's product development and sales teams
will continue to operate independently to allow each to focus on their
strengths.<br />
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"This acquisition unites two renowned and highly
respected market leaders, combining the strengths of both companies with
best-in-class people, products, service and support for independent
retailers," said Howard Ganz, president, Ganz. "This strategy brings
many benefits and opportunities to retailers
through an unmatched selection of holiday, gift and home décor products,
innovation in products and programs, depth of design and outstanding
sales and support teams, backed by a company with the combined resources
of Midwest-CBK and Ganz."Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-10232778963213758472012-07-16T16:17:00.000-05:002012-07-16T16:17:57.276-05:00<b>Introducing Shimmer Garden by Midwest-CBK!</b><br />
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Midwest-CBK, leading designer and manufacturer renowned for its design, style and sparkle, presents the latest in décor and accessories with more than 350 new products for the Gifts for Home line. Midwest-CBK’s June 2012 Gifts for Home collection focuses on well-designed pieces at accessible price points, with most items at $30 wholesale or less. The new collection is inspired by lifestyle, fashion and home décor trends, and exclusively created by Midwest-CBK’s in-studio and popular licensed designers. All new collections will debut during the 2012 summer markets in Midwest-CBK showrooms across the country, and initial shipment to retailers begins in July 2012.</div>
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“The new additions in Midwest-CBK’s Gifts for Home line are infused with simplicity, clarity and fresh colors,” says Beth Lorentz, Midwest-CBK vice president of product development. “These gifts are both thoughtfully designed and affordable – an irresistible way for shoppers to share everyday elegance and trends with others, or enjoy in their own homes.”</div>
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The new pieces join the line’s best-selling products, maximizing sales for independent retailers with a mix of exciting new designs and time-proven classics. The line emphasizes gifts and home accent pieces, such as tabletop, pillows, lighting and wall décor. Key collections include:</div>
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• Vintage Chic: A strong trend in home décor and best-selling Midwest-CBK Gifts for Home collection, Vintage Chic features a romantic indulgence of casual, feminine elegance that embraces all that is romantic, beautiful and delicate. Old meets new in an eclectic mix of designs washed in delicate, muted pastels and pops of muted purples, deep greys, and classic black. Distressed finishes and antique patterns add layers of nostalgia, while delicate script design, brocade patterns, and crystal chandeliers lend a modern flair. The 70 new Vintage Chic pieces include candle holders, pedestal stands, trays, frames, paperweights and magnets, magnet boards, wall art, wall hooks, lighting such as lamps and chandeliers, luxurious velvet pillows, lanterns, mirrors, a desk clock and baskets. These new designs join existing pieces such as ottomans, pillows and linens; designs for the office including waste bin, storage, pencil cup, bookmarks, journals and pens; and designs for the kitchen and entertaining including cake stands, cupcake towers, organics, bowls, plates and platters.</div>
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• Wine & Serveware: Midwest-CBK’s Wine & Serveware collection celebrates the popular consumer trend of all things wine and wine-related. The collection uncorks the artful style of original and functional designs featuring grapes, vines and cork applied as graphic elements. Stylish wine ware and gifts in a sophisticated palette of cream, olive, brown and burgundy using metal, wood and glass are perfect for intimate wine tastings at home. The line’s 45 new pieces include bottle stoppers, wine bottle holders for table and wall, cork holders, bottle openers, candle holders, and frames. They join existing items such as tabletop serveware and hostess gifts including cheese boards, spreader and stopper sets, wine arcs, and wine plaques.</div>
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• Canyon: Embodying the style of the West and Southwest, Canyon features rich colors, mixed materials and handcrafted artistry. Create a warm, rustic look with lighting, frames, wall art, candle holders, lanterns, crosses, ottomans and more.</div>
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• Weekend Retreat: A casual cabin, lake lodge or Western ranch collection, Weekend Retreat celebrates a relaxing escape. Images of nature, fishing, wildlife and cabin life refresh the home with a casual, nostalgic feel. Pieces include wall art, trays, candles, candle holders, wall hooks, frames, lighting, storage baskets, footstools and more.</div>
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• Urban Style: Inspired by the American lifestyle, Urban Style celebrates the hidden gems an American picker would find among antique shops and barns across the country. Featured formats include storage trays, figurines, frames, clocks, wall décor, lighting, memo and photo boards, wall mirrors, candle holders, pillows, towels, aprons, pedestal stands and more.</div>
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• La Marina: Honoring the style of America’s shorelines, La Marina celebrates waterfront living from the West to East Coasts and all the lakes and rivers in between. Classic, natural and neutral, this collection is inspired by the sands of the beach and coastal living. Authentic materials include sea shells, driftwood, capiz, natural wovens, and seaglass.</div>
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• Lights in the Night™: As the leader in seasonal and everyday night lights, Midwest-CBK introduces new novelty pieces, which features whimsical characters and icons that have movement and light, and many new classic styles suitable for use in every room in the home including nursery, kids’ bedrooms, kitchens, hallways, three season porches, bathrooms and family living spaces.</div>
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For more information, to place an order or to request a catalog, please contact your local Midwest-CBK account manager, visit <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/" style="color: #cc6699; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 18px;" title="www.mwcbk.com">www.mwcbk.com</a> or call 800-394-4225.</div>
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<u>About Midwest-CBK</u><br />
Midwest-CBK, a national design leader in holiday, gifts for home, garden and giving, is proud to bring independent retailers more Design, Style and Sparkle than ever before, through exclusive designs and best-selling formats. New introductions feature excellent prices and terms designed to boost your margins; an experienced, dedicated sales team to assist you at the store level; award-winning display ideas; a drop ship program to provide incremental décor sales; and a website providing 24/7 access to account history and online ordering. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Midwest-CBK parent company MVP Group International designs, manufactures and markets an extensive line of holiday, seasonal and everyday gifts and decor, and candles and home fragrance products under the Colonial Candle® brand as well as the new Soyveda™ brand of Ayurvedic products from Everybody’s Ayurveda. Please call 800-394-4225, visit <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/" style="color: #cc6699; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 18px;" title="www.mwcbk.com">www.mwcbk.com</a> or contact your local Midwest-CBK account manager for more information, to request a catalog or to locate a showroom near you.</div>
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<span style="font: 9.5px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">We’re excited to share with you more</span></span></span><span style="font: 10px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Design, Style, and Sparkle</span></span></b><span style="font: 10px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span style="font: 9.5px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">with our new 2012 Midwest-CBK™</span></span></span><span style="font: 10px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Gifts for Home, Garden, and Giving,</span></span></b><span style="font: 10px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span style="font: 9.5px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">and our new 2013</span></span></span><span style="font: 10px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Spring, Summer, and Easter</span></span></b><span style="font: 10px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span style="font: 9.5px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">product catalog featuring</span></span></span><span style="font: 10px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">exclusive new looks,</span></span></b><span style="font: 12px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span style="font: 9.5px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">licenses, unique designs,</span></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></b><span style="font: 9.5px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">trend-driven styles, </span></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">hot formats designed to sell, </span></span></b><span style="font: 9.5px Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">and a </span></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">fabulous new charitable contribution program!</span></span></b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">The program features kid-friendly tools including the </span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">best-selling Genuine Monkeez and Friends™ </span></span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">plush characters, online games, </span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Do Good™ Trading Cards</span></span></b></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">and a special</span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">donation given on a child’s behalf</span></span></b></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">to one of two partnering charities – Samaritan’s Purse, and Best Friends Animal Society.</span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span></b></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">You’ll be delighted with our new home décor and garden gift product lines featuring over</span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">450 new products</span></span></b></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">that focus on <br />
well-designed items at </span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">accessible price points.</span></span></b></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Our 10 collections are infused with simplicity, clarity, and fresh colors <br />
inspired by lifestyle, fashion, home décor, and </span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">decorative arts trends. </span></span></b></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Discover more than</span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">250 fresh, new items</span></span></b></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;"> </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">to capture your imagination, </span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">set your store apart, </span></span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">and delight your customers for Spring, Summer, and Easter 2013. Our collections highlight the famous PEEPS® brand of marshmallow candy featuring the popular </span></span><span style="font: small Archer;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">PEEPS® chick and bunny icons, </span></span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">as well as several other stylish and new in-house and licensed artist designed collections for spring, summer, and Easter. </span></span></div>
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</span> </div><h2>Introducing Board Covers</h2>A couple weeks ago we launched our new design for Pinterest profiles and we got a lot of great suggestions from Pinners.<br />
One of the most requested features was the ability to choose a pin to be the cover for each board. Today, you’ll be able to do just that:<br />
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If you’d prefer a specific pin as a board cover, mouse-over the board you want to edit and click “Edit Board Cover”. Next, select a cover pin and drag it to the exact position you want.<br />
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When you’re finished, hit “Set Cover”.<br />
You can also choose a board cover while you’re browsing within your board: Just mouse-over any of your pins to select it.<br />
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Covers on collaborative boards can only be selected by the Pinner who created the board. Other than that, you can choose new covers as often as you’d like, so we hope you’ll have fun customizing the look of your boards and profile.<br />
As always, we consider this new feature a work-in-progress and we really appreciate all the feedback we received about it along the way. Let us know your continued thoughts and Happy Pinning!<br />
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Everyone was upbeat and optimistic about the outlook for 2012. There was a buzz in the air and buyers are ready to freshen up and brighten up their merchandise going into Spring. Our "Color My Garden" collection was well received - the perfect yard decor and gift collection for the the "yard artist". Lively, bright and colorful - this collection was popular and deemed on trend for the coming season. This collection is available to view at our our showrooms in Atlanta, Dallas, Las Vegas, Chicago and Minneapolis or you can order at <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-38823131419266954552012-01-05T08:38:00.000-06:002012-01-05T08:38:40.798-06:00It's the 2012 Winter Market Season!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3kmmdPj56H8Jg6lsjvLzj_3wIY8LEjnJU8EUHxPKHmcgXWji_UeDGWQVwkiCFrZFKnWg9NXl8GPIr6k9Mw6qJI8cCkyEoPsuoEWLEHqDEd0pWjw5xsGK7C4g7cCq6fnNy1snZ0bi0zjs/s1600/2923HolidayCoverBlueORNS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" rea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3kmmdPj56H8Jg6lsjvLzj_3wIY8LEjnJU8EUHxPKHmcgXWji_UeDGWQVwkiCFrZFKnWg9NXl8GPIr6k9Mw6qJI8cCkyEoPsuoEWLEHqDEd0pWjw5xsGK7C4g7cCq6fnNy1snZ0bi0zjs/s320/2923HolidayCoverBlueORNS.jpg" width="265" /></a></div>We've worked for over 12 months on our new 2012 collections and the time to show them off to our fabulous retail partners is finally here! We can't be more excited. Our showrooms are bustling and full of activity and over the weekend we'll put the finishing touches on every tree, display, wall and shelf. Some of the hottest trends this year are artfully interpreted in our collections - from traditional nostalgic to vintage french and ombre - we've taken style and design trends hot off the runways and right out of high in interior design houses and translated them for the holiday, gift and garden markets. Colors like trendy fashion colors of oranges, pinks and yellows to warm metallics like ultra-hot copper, bronze and champagne gold to super trendy cobalt and azure blue. We look forward to hosting our retailers as they gear up for a successful and profitable 2012! <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">Clink this link to see the new collection now!</a>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-47415228309009491282011-12-27T11:00:00.000-06:002011-12-27T11:00:23.774-06:00NEW! 2012 Wonderlights From Midwest-CBK<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYhF3TR87RMMlRIQgqrpJECmwI8wh_AjJbMHE5sHJPWYi-yNyftNW61arPxPch_KBJKt3L93ZTaadfagX-kzeG0yXja7vycEFvpWRnp8SSjatEk6h5nSxRk2J25r4jcFiV8nH7WDgwhZg/s1600/WonderlightsCloseupB.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" rea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYhF3TR87RMMlRIQgqrpJECmwI8wh_AjJbMHE5sHJPWYi-yNyftNW61arPxPch_KBJKt3L93ZTaadfagX-kzeG0yXja7vycEFvpWRnp8SSjatEk6h5nSxRk2J25r4jcFiV8nH7WDgwhZg/s320/WonderlightsCloseupB.jpg" width="224" /></a></div>Capture the light, magic and motion of the holidays with these fun and whimsical LED light characters and icons. Every year when our talented design crew sits down to design and develop a new Wonderlight collections I am truly amazed by their creativity and innovation year over year. This year we've introduced new rotating elements, projection graphics, new finishes, detailing and materials. Combined with our experience in character design - the result is magical! We've also reduced them in size and created brand new lapel pins and magnets - the perfect stocking stuffer and mini-gift! Retailers - the full collection will be showcased at the January 2012 Winter Markets and is also available to order NOW through your Sales Account Manager or online <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a> - product is ready to ship starting March 2012.Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-4588357795547916092011-12-22T09:38:00.000-06:002011-12-22T09:38:51.331-06:00Happy Holidays To You!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim_tJLJdUs_9BmDfHyNCj5TN9eGiIG87BhGBmt2suO8w_PUWk235UR8eakkIBirEz2B7D_SyJDsnAzR295rrR03j_lgA_93nJtThMC_0MnnUNjGQZNDCb_GnQFoWxxNhDpHZOZfiKhDf8/s1600/happy+holidays_eblast_orns_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" rea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim_tJLJdUs_9BmDfHyNCj5TN9eGiIG87BhGBmt2suO8w_PUWk235UR8eakkIBirEz2B7D_SyJDsnAzR295rrR03j_lgA_93nJtThMC_0MnnUNjGQZNDCb_GnQFoWxxNhDpHZOZfiKhDf8/s320/happy+holidays_eblast_orns_2.jpg" width="247" /></a></div>Celebrating traditions and making memories with family and friends is the hallmark of the Christmas season. It is also a time to thank those who have shared in your successes, inspired you with new ideas and challenges as well as giving and sharing with those less fornutate. At Midwest-CBK we love nothing more than working on seasonal and holiday decor and gifts because we cherish those values and love the magic of this season - so from our family to yours - we thank you for your business and we wish you and yours a very happy holidays and a happy new year!Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-4091898819302493752011-12-14T17:14:00.000-06:002011-12-14T17:14:15.879-06:00Wild, Wild West!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKKUpdUAkT-iEj_rXYufGtG3WtPvhAV1aJVjWCj1LSwMnKwy_UEprfmFC07dSCrr56thFs1nfdNmjuBt2dgPsFbKE3_suwALM0jeNZPEeNIoklCYKlu_dHUDcjJaMM7c8oQQSGtCy71KQ/s1600/TSWestern_2010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" oda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKKUpdUAkT-iEj_rXYufGtG3WtPvhAV1aJVjWCj1LSwMnKwy_UEprfmFC07dSCrr56thFs1nfdNmjuBt2dgPsFbKE3_suwALM0jeNZPEeNIoklCYKlu_dHUDcjJaMM7c8oQQSGtCy71KQ/s320/TSWestern_2010.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">I had the opportunity to visit <place><city>Austin</city>, <state>Texas</state></place> a few weeks ago. What a fun, vibrant and welcoming town. People were very nice – and we had fun walking the city and visiting retailers, restaurants and a few musical venues as well. While a true <state><place>Texas</place></state> college town – home of the <place><placetype>University</placetype> of <placename>Texas</placename></place>, <city><place>Austin</place></city> was rich in western history, style and culture. The city was starting to decorate for the holidays. What was truly refreshing was the mix of styles – part Tex-Mex, part country-rustic and a splash of elegant refinement. When we were back in the office we created this wreath display to try and match the vibe we picked up from our retail research. Elegant and festive with the right about of western influence.<a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a></div>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-73016275003942244462011-12-07T16:00:00.000-06:002011-12-07T16:00:17.346-06:00Bottle Stoppers Add Style to Any Party<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgavVil6kxM7AYCvP4LJh66_5TWj8JYovAX1dEUUSVRdca6PXXg05ejwLji54eDlIz6Uo26xOJJkL9w62lg-0MEateVnCOTMi8vVwM0YzVCA82q4oOVXfe1SvDYUwjTyHhyZQ0Q4YUv8yw/s1600/WineVineCloseup_D.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgavVil6kxM7AYCvP4LJh66_5TWj8JYovAX1dEUUSVRdca6PXXg05ejwLji54eDlIz6Uo26xOJJkL9w62lg-0MEateVnCOTMi8vVwM0YzVCA82q4oOVXfe1SvDYUwjTyHhyZQ0Q4YUv8yw/s320/WineVineCloseup_D.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><style>
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<div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 11.0pt;">Bottle stoppers make great hostess gifts but we sometimes wonder if people really use them since any great bottle of wine goes pretty fast – at least from our experience. After some debate and sharing observations from a string of recent holiday parties – the answer is a resounding “yes”! Our light up bottle stoppers perched on open bottles of wine on a party table or bar area adds a great sense of style with festive colors, shimmer and shine. They are eye-catching, colorful and even a bit funny. So next time you see them at your local gift or wine shop – buy a couple and keep them on hand as gifts or for your own entertaining. Retailers - shop <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">www.mwcbk.com</a> today and have them in time for New Year’s parties.</span></div>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-28743203624410702632011-12-01T13:13:00.000-06:002011-12-01T13:13:10.371-06:00Fresh Vintage Style<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBScWED6Go4AjroIUTmnGiWeI3B2tSS3fe5eBylKcN66eXWAmPfNGrCzgUQk48tvhen8FVvGM068XmCbOmmRtcN7x1YtM0cKy9mst-yStuWYVBXrUNpJ6qZ2-WlZDu-2zgfMAVvTTmk60/s1600/Vintage_theme_2011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="273" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBScWED6Go4AjroIUTmnGiWeI3B2tSS3fe5eBylKcN66eXWAmPfNGrCzgUQk48tvhen8FVvGM068XmCbOmmRtcN7x1YtM0cKy9mst-yStuWYVBXrUNpJ6qZ2-WlZDu-2zgfMAVvTTmk60/s320/Vintage_theme_2011.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Hello, we are just back from a two week round of holiday open house events at our retail partners across the country. Our specialty, gift and garden center stores have transformed from everyday merchandise centers to a magical, winter wonderland of great ideas for decorating and gift giving. Every year I am amazed at how quickly these stores turn over their displays and create warm and inviting spaces that put you in the holiday spirit the minute you walk through the door. This year, one recurring trend that was clearly evident in all the stores I visited and from diplays I saw was elegant vintage Christmas themes. Now this isn't retro or old fashioned by any means - it's a bit nostalgic but more "inspired by" cherished holidays gone by. This "new" vintage style borrows style, design, color, materials and techniques from times past but is re-invented to feel right at home today. From chunky glitter, to pastel colors and slight distressing, these vintage style elements make each figurine, ornament and decorative accessory an instant collectible. The photo featured here is our Vintage Collection which you can find at retail right now <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">www.mwcbk.com</a> and as you can see it creates a stunning tablescape and blends well in a traditional and contemporary room settings.Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-27303366136518715932011-11-15T08:25:00.000-06:002011-11-15T08:25:03.266-06:00What Year Is It?<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">What year is it? This may sound like a crazy question to ask. Well, as Trend Manager here at Midwest-CBK, I can tell you it’s not. <em>Check out the view from my desk – truly – this is organized! </em></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">After reading this blog post – you may find yourself asking “What year is it?” too. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana;">November is a very busy month at Midwest-CBK – it’s when the seasons collide. You have to look deeper than just the approaching 2011 Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays to see what I am talking about. We are at the peak of our business cycles, where three seasons of product development and design cycles converge. Picture this . . . our 2011 holiday and gift collections just hit the retail market and we are busy helping our specialty, gift and garden center retailers promote their Holiday Open Houses. At the same time – my </span><stockticker><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><strong>ROCK</strong></span></stockticker><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><strong>STAR</strong> marketing team just finished sending our 2012 </span><place><span style="font-family: Verdana;">Holiday</span></place><span style="font-family: Verdana;">, Halloween and Gift catalogs to the printer (almost like Vogue’s September issue we are at 625 pages). Yes, I said 2012 </span><place><span style="font-family: Verdana;">Holiday</span></place><span style="font-family: Verdana;">, Halloween and Gift. . . those collections hit the gift marts in January and we are busy preparing to showcase and present our new collections to retailers at showrooms across the country. Now, you may be thinking this doesn’t sound too complicated but here is where it gets tricky. . . layer on top of all that I just described - we are also busy looking at incoming product samples for Spring and Easter 2013 . . .<strong><em>2013! </em></strong></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">So when you hear the question “what year is it?” from one of our staffers it sounds completely normal!</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a></span></div>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-42062098405996515312011-10-20T08:07:00.000-05:002011-10-20T08:07:54.903-05:00One-of-a-Kind Ornament Display<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0wHYUAePFyvYenaQR4bg8toVuFMF4Cohcf5aJaL8diS_iE9OQfKQb7zMKR40Z2ZoKbYjvvv_vtju3GWOUUTbGUVayyrDDBtc8PvT3K8QINP-IrzmpSXQJZcU_DOZFTQB4mksEVakIRXw/s1600/SeasonsDisplayIdeas+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="308" rda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0wHYUAePFyvYenaQR4bg8toVuFMF4Cohcf5aJaL8diS_iE9OQfKQb7zMKR40Z2ZoKbYjvvv_vtju3GWOUUTbGUVayyrDDBtc8PvT3K8QINP-IrzmpSXQJZcU_DOZFTQB4mksEVakIRXw/s320/SeasonsDisplayIdeas+1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
Create a dramatic and eye-catching focal point in your store, on a mantel or as table centerpiece with this creative display idea. Take your favorite decorated and embellished Christmas ornaments and finials and set them on top of an arrangement of vintage glass bottles. Mix and match styles and colors to create a display as unique as you!<a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-58411908419076477432011-10-10T14:25:00.000-05:002011-10-10T14:25:42.254-05:00Entertaining At Home<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgopd7O5iF6Wj5bYtaRPc8nfHIl7QGtS0gGgkEWgop6iGf3z-pQmAa52V9_72pgcTqjwkJS_Ajxjxwde5TTQThJONrhDyigjtV6FJ06_eQuzG6xci5lecq7l7REU1nDuFkuKBpsCB-V1g/s1600/2902_WineTS_004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" kca="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgopd7O5iF6Wj5bYtaRPc8nfHIl7QGtS0gGgkEWgop6iGf3z-pQmAa52V9_72pgcTqjwkJS_Ajxjxwde5TTQThJONrhDyigjtV6FJ06_eQuzG6xci5lecq7l7REU1nDuFkuKBpsCB-V1g/s320/2902_WineTS_004.jpg" width="224" /></a></div>As fall settles in and the last leaves rain down from the trees, we enter the season of holiday entertaining. From fall festivals to holiday celebrations, more and more people are entertaining at home. From small intimate gatherings to large scale "Martha Stewart" worthy events. Every year, at Midwest-CBK, we work hard to create hostess gifts for this very reason. Something small and affordable, yet elegant and refined to give to your gracious hosts. Our wide range of wine ware and accessories are perfect for entertaining or gift giving. From bottle stoppers, bottle holders, serveware and home decor accents - there is something for everyone. <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-41427036095308995602011-10-07T10:01:00.001-05:002011-10-07T10:01:54.988-05:00Share Your Midwest-CBK Halloween Displays<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1E5TNh-XHjn5aGs1WlYHoBkqIUmrDQTkbUJnotUT6V3fBJa9HzLLohr52YXv3qUew0ySmyP13DvbQh_y0fHp1zPTxL-wN4LbD64W56z_xTa_kPLDLpnP017CLc_NhBNeyAYVtSNjhld8/s1600/SeasonsDisplayIdeas+halloween.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" kca="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1E5TNh-XHjn5aGs1WlYHoBkqIUmrDQTkbUJnotUT6V3fBJa9HzLLohr52YXv3qUew0ySmyP13DvbQh_y0fHp1zPTxL-wN4LbD64W56z_xTa_kPLDLpnP017CLc_NhBNeyAYVtSNjhld8/s1600/SeasonsDisplayIdeas+halloween.jpg" /></a></div>It is one of our favorite times of the year - the leaves are falling, the sun is shining on cool mornings and Halloween will soon be here. We love the fun and spooky Halloween collections we launched this year and are so excited to see them creatively displayed in all our gift, specialty and garden retailers. Please share your Midwest-CBK Halloween decorations displayed in your store or home! Post photos on our FB page <a href="http://www.facebook.com/midwest-cbk%20now"> </a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/midwest-cbk">www.facebook.com/midwest-cbk</a>now through October 31st . We just may send you a little trick or treat!Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-35983447773946054172011-10-03T14:33:00.000-05:002011-10-03T14:33:50.849-05:00Mini-Shimmers Make Great Gifts!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="320" kca="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJRhSXBMYEtQUrbgVB-DHRTbKbXpPTQv5Et4Y9IefzRgcjQjD38aw3UrmZB2zdV_X7woE3FhMbK9_PV0Qwv04Vn1EiOkEwuLQVErWrV7BE2NWgQxZbDeppgeAHudQmOlMLoBT8vaTdYH8/s320/MiniShimmersAd.jpg" width="314" /><a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Mini-shimmers may be tiny but they bring delight and smiles to anyone who receives them. These pocket-sized treasures make great affordable stocking stuffers, gifts for teachers, daycare givers and for school classmates. Mini-shimmers light-up and change colors, sparkling when light hits the glitter. Retailers - mini-shimmers are also perfect impulse items when merchandised on your store counters. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div>Now through October 31st, 2011 receive 10% Off Midwest-CBK Wonderlights, Mini-Shimmers and Genuine Monkeez and Friends (TM) with qualifying purchase. Take advantage of these savings - call your Account Manager today for details!Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-76936656494784123962011-09-27T07:58:00.004-05:002011-09-27T08:03:32.202-05:00Nature's Soul<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXFW1X031qRCZEGnqL04nofra0SWL2TmxPhqVhDEFWcot_WM9FSAzy11WZYtgULNumhZMREV2HRKvM2g1jLjPWeT7-OG9-vUUKFC1Gz1FuhtVQxbeNKZcE_doBWsQpyo3SRyO2RNnI_PE/s1600/NaturesSoul_TS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" kca="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXFW1X031qRCZEGnqL04nofra0SWL2TmxPhqVhDEFWcot_WM9FSAzy11WZYtgULNumhZMREV2HRKvM2g1jLjPWeT7-OG9-vUUKFC1Gz1FuhtVQxbeNKZcE_doBWsQpyo3SRyO2RNnI_PE/s320/NaturesSoul_TS.jpg" width="253" /></a></div>Nature's Soul is a heartfelt and inspirational gift collection from Midwest-CBK. This collection was inspired by the love of art and craftsmanship shared by father and daughter. Barbara Musch, a longtime designer at our company has always been inspired by her father's metal work and the contrast between the beauty of the piece and the roughness of the material. From this contrast - Nature's Soul was born. Nature's Soul gifts and accessories make great holiday gifts for those you love, for someone who needs comfort or to celebrate faith. Ask your gift retailer about Nature's Soul from Midwest-CBK. Retailers - in-stock and ready to ship in time for holiday sales. <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-47945739960019566582011-09-21T07:37:00.000-05:002011-09-21T07:37:01.715-05:00Vintage French Bistro Set<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9WFH0jGpv2dUTwXlckKWGH8kdBK6wx3JoBVcuxCdgBb79V4RHZaLwRrBM_96m0ZFM_HmOZ0-MGcCBEc-4kREVbk9ShbUxEukELFpxIdv3e-AykquETlK1wK7MyGgmQL8OGtkvYrv_oBE/s1600/BistroTableChair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" hca="true" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9WFH0jGpv2dUTwXlckKWGH8kdBK6wx3JoBVcuxCdgBb79V4RHZaLwRrBM_96m0ZFM_HmOZ0-MGcCBEc-4kREVbk9ShbUxEukELFpxIdv3e-AykquETlK1wK7MyGgmQL8OGtkvYrv_oBE/s320/BistroTableChair.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a>Enjoy the romance of Parisienne bistros without leaving home with this chic bistro set from Midwest-CBK. Perfect for patio, porch or a sunroom. Enjoy a croissant and a café au lait and you'll feel like you are sitting on the Champs de Lysee. Retailers - in-stock and ready to ship at <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-47945161019859000152011-09-20T08:09:00.002-05:002011-09-20T08:09:59.631-05:00The Vintage French Collection<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieIsTnsD3f9BNSoSv3rRDdmXHD87U2S4UfDbOJIrviRykHhllMxrtq5JH7scZQQZm8xjmji6w4vuJ_hVaYNsY-KnsRMZplWFO8XYLlRZIZwBiMv-uE3ldIDIjJpDQezfNxm0-43sC4qFw/s1600/FrenchVintageTS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" rba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieIsTnsD3f9BNSoSv3rRDdmXHD87U2S4UfDbOJIrviRykHhllMxrtq5JH7scZQQZm8xjmji6w4vuJ_hVaYNsY-KnsRMZplWFO8XYLlRZIZwBiMv-uE3ldIDIjJpDQezfNxm0-43sC4qFw/s320/FrenchVintageTS.jpg" width="278" /></a></div>Introducing, Midwest-CBK's Vintage French collection - ooh la la, c'est tres chic. We were fortunate to travel to Paris earlier this year to hunt down the latest trends in color, design and style for this collection. What a great city to be inspired by - the sights, sounds, food and even architecture brought a wealth of ideas to our Design and Product Development teams. Taking cues from cakes stands in legendary pastry shoppes to vintage lamps on picturesque streets to charming outdoor bistro furniture. we've brought Parisienne style to you. Ask your local retailers about Vintage French from Midwest-CBK. Retailers - for complete product collection and to order online go to <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a><a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7360585553740537056.post-88747878512280512322011-09-19T09:44:00.000-05:002011-09-19T09:44:33.989-05:00Beauty of Blown Glass Ornaments<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgLN-vDM4k47RYjVEVvagfympyIbke4_goi1D5jVSd2a7WNlVPmcCQsPTnb-GMuDl_7qYKRN-pZfg7OEJgM8zAGBevxUa1J4hA0-srfKnwbgU4wxAs8YIYtJ4CMZZluPLC9bhmYyVwfKc/s1600/DPGlassworks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="199" rba="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgLN-vDM4k47RYjVEVvagfympyIbke4_goi1D5jVSd2a7WNlVPmcCQsPTnb-GMuDl_7qYKRN-pZfg7OEJgM8zAGBevxUa1J4hA0-srfKnwbgU4wxAs8YIYtJ4CMZZluPLC9bhmYyVwfKc/s320/DPGlassworks.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Decorating with blown glass ornaments adds sparkle to any setting. Display on your christmas tree, hang with a ribbon or fill a glass jar or vessel with your favorite ornaments. Stock-up for holiday sales - best-selling Christmas ornaments, décor, and gifts are in-stock and ready to ship today. Place your order at <a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a><a href="http://www.mwcbk.com/">http://www.mwcbk.com/</a>Midwest-CBKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07781287332503240785noreply@blogger.com0