Dallas
Dorothy Weaver -- Gifts & Decorative Accessories, 10/1/2000
Thomas & Moore, 2232-2434 Dallas Trade Mart (DTM) was named representative of Godinger Crystal's hand-cut 24 percent lead crystal. A studio setting display sparks the brilliance of the classic refinements for celebrating and accessorizing in seasonal splendor.
Alenna's Gifts of Corsicana, TX, produces hand-cut, carved, and jeweled designs on goose and chicken eggs. There are egg jewelry boxes, cameo music boxes, kaleidoscopes, night lights, handbags, and other creations that attract attention at Forum 2822, 2822 DTM. Alkeni Imports' Mexican pewter wall crosses, Southwestern motif items, and Christmas holiday selections (shipped from Irving, TX) are new additions. Also take note of the Emborio icons from Greece. Trimmings array of candles and potpourri, in rich hues and fragrances, are great all-occasion gifts.
There are 400 new items that diversify the offerings at Geo. Z. Lefton, 1400 DTM. Tabletop, miniature introductions, outdoor lighting in the Oriental style, men's gifts such as animal head-adorned boxes, and Lost Lighthouse miniature reproductions, all claim attention. Metal tins, limited-edition plaques, gift cards, stationery, and winsome figurines derived from the works of Tasha Tudor are other notables.
Wendall-Cook Co., 1149 DTM, offers variety. Cindy's Metal Art hand-painted tin flower and garden picks, and ornaments in seasonal and yearround designs-angels, hummingbird, lady bug, hearts-at $2 retail are exceptional values. GCA's lightweight, foldable metal racks for display or use in the home, kitchen, or garden, are attractive, sturdy, and functional. Rain Country's ultimate spa experience, "ChutzSpa," offers new aromatherapy fragrances, new colors, and special products. Anti-stress crystals, sauna scents, air fresheners, massage gel, moisturizing lotion, exfoliating body polish, colognes, and hand creams are among the selection.
The Casa Bella Collection, 2640 DTM, harmonizes in color and design. Skyros new dinnerware and decorative accessories, with inside and outside ornamentation, are handmade on the Greek island of Skyros. Pieces may be hung on the wall. Roma Bizzirri, a new line from Italy, features unusual shapes and rich glazes in dinnerware and serving accessories. Also new is Simply Pewter, a metal alloy line of holloware and decorative and functional items that whisk from freezer to oven to table.
First time in the DMC and displayed at Tim Gaskin & Associates, 1325 DTM, is Tom Torrens' masterfully crafted collection of metal sculptures, gongs, bird baths, feeders, and garden, home, and commercial accessories.
Racing ahead in sales at Burnes of Boston, 1757 DTM, are "On the Road to Life" colorful frames with motoring sentiments. Dangerous Curves, Yield to Me, Memory Lane, No Dumping, and Fast Lane are inclusions in the line represented by Mike and Barbara Roberts.
Berkeley Designs, 1410 DTM, exhibits new Asian-style decor. "Snowflakes & Sparkles" innovative designs for home and holiday include plush, animated musicals, and tabletop. The Harvest Collection furnishes rustic looks in frames, boxes, candleholders, and accent furniture. Under license from Cast Art Industries, Dreamsicles fountains and Dreamsicles Northern Lights fountains are new arrivals.
Popular at G. Bailey & Associates, 1333 DTM, are pet beds in faux mink, sable, and animal prints. The LumiSource parachute lamp and six-branched floor lamps with colored glass shades beam brilliantly. Pamela Robins images on velvet include sweet and sassy inscriptions on pillows, makeup bags, and holiday stockings.
Many new introductions abound at Sullivan's showroom 2F410 International Floral Design Center (IFDC). An Angel Pine is durable enough for outdoor use, and is touchable and appealing. New Life Collections' crystal eggs and Italian stone classic design containers in a neutral sage finish warrant review. Fruit, grapes, and currant sprays with micro-beading captivate the eye.
Innovative collections mark an enlarged gift offering at Goetz Inc., 2111 DTM. Carnevale presents sparkling entertaining, home, and garden exotics; Design Legacy's pillows make a statement; Mississippi River candles are fragrant and varied; New Growth Designs botanically correct fabric flowers, foliage, and fruit fool the eye; and Ryland, Peters & Small journals and notecards are the first-class arrivals.
Perk up with SchmoJoe's Fine Coffees at The Gourmet Market, 180 World Trade Center (WTC). Choose from whole bean, ground, decaf, and flavored. Holiday favorites are L'Amour Joe, Jingle Joe, Oh'Joe, Flamingo Joe, and Coco Joe in bright packaging. Also new is Whispering Night Premium Teas in five refreshing flavors.
Rosenthal USA Ltd. is newly represented at Mike Ater & Associates, 2135 DTM. The world-class line joins other elegant lines geared to discriminating lifestyles.
Cider and coffee make a stir at The McLendon Co., 1200 DTM. The Aspen Mulling Co.'s spiced apple cider drink mix, cookbook, and spiced pecans are taste-tantalizers. Caffe D'Oro gourmet cappuccino-rich, creamy, and instant-contains only 60 calories per serving, is low-fat, sans sodium, and 97.7 percent caffeine-free, with zero cholesterol. French vanilla and English toffee are new flavors.
Figs'n Raisins is a new fragrance for NaturScent, 1416 DTM. Potpourri and candles tantalize the senses and add a decorative touch.
