Lightweight, 100% porcelain dinnerware

Tammy Polatsek is a veteran of the event planning and catering industry. She applied her expertise in hospitality to fashion a fine line of dishware for Carmona New York. All of the dishes are made from 100% porcelain, giving them a smooth texture and clean look. They are also 65% lighter than a common ceramic dish. Carmona offers over 250 designs. Each piece is manufactured in the same shade of clean bone. Since each piece is fully customizable, the company says it can create anything to cater to one's specific needs.

A romantic food and cocktail garnish

Wild Hibiscus Flower Co. will introduce an exclusive, limited-edition food at the Atlanta gift show in July. The product is "bursting with joie de vivre," says Lee Etherington, the company founder. Each 12.3-ounce jar contains 15 hand-picked wild hibiscus flowers that are preserved in simple syrup scented with the essence of two dozen Bulgarian roses, sourced from a valley where highly prized rose oil hasbeen produced for centuries. The syrup can be mixed with a dry, sparkling wine. The flowers are edible.

The company says its flowers in rose syrup and the flowers alone are "trendy, edible food and cocktail garnishes" that have a three-year shelf life. They can be used in food dishes and cocktails and served at weddings, engagement parties, birthdays,holidays and themed events.

Qualifying retailers receive free POS materials—recipe brochures, counter and shelf displays,
plus wobblers.

See the company in Atlanta  at Booth 719, Building 2 - West Wing, 2nd Floor

Photo frames with love, friendship themes

Prinz Ltd.has released a special grouping of mid-year introductions featuring eight new love and friendship themed photo frames in a variety of formats, styles and sizes. The new pieces will begin shipping Sept. 1.

“Sweetheart” features laser-engraved black wood frames with hot pink wording along the right-hand corner. The 5x7 frame is available in three styles: “Madly in Love,” “You and Me” and “Hugs and Kisses.” Miniature versions are also available. The “Lovestruck” series of red wooden frames has mirror cutout accents. The 6x4 frames are available in three designs: “Falling for You,” “Madly in Love” and “Love at first Sight.”

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Retailers: Contact the manufacturer for prices and minimums.

Shoppers: Ask your favorite independent retailer to order this item for you.

Photo frames for all occasions

Prinz Ltd. has introduced about 500 items in its frame and album collections. New products have been introduced in each category: everyday, wedding, baby, juvenile, hobby and social expression themes.

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Retailers: Contact the manufacturer for prices and minimums.

Shoppers: Ask your favorite independent retailer to order this item for you.