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Travel Cosmetic Cases for Summer

Bathing caps maybe old school but they're back with a new twist thanks to (www.ex49.com) a cutting-edge company that features unique designer pieces and product lines of emerging, talented artists from Germany.   “goose bumps… or the metamorphosis of a swimming cap” cleverly turns the design style of a good old fashion swim cap into a travel cosmetic case available in black, white, light blue, orange, berry, grey, light green and pink.  Grab one along with your bathing suit and you are all set for your next summer outing. 

Dive Into Summer!

Unable to make it to the beach, the pool or your local swimming hole? No need to worry. Just dive into your favorite beverage in one of Helen Beard's retro tumblers and let summer begin.

BoxTote® Best New Product

Innovative totes from Oblong Design made of high-quality laminated paper.  I thought these were great and apparently so did the judges at the New York Stationery Show; they won Best New Product! 

Patio Umbrellas with Fashionable Flare

When I saw these patio umbrellas in the April issue of Cottage Living magazine they popped off the page.  There is something so fresh and yet so retro about them.  With such unique personalities, they are like fashion statements that make you want to play dress up and try each one on!  Designer Allison Childress founder of Warp Weft & Co. based in Charleston, SC dug deep into her creative soul and found a real winner.  Bravo!