Cigar Box Purses - A Smokin' Fashion Statement
Mushu Treasures is the fun and clever alter ego of Seattle handbag designer Marlene Wong-Doutaz (aka "Mushu").
Wong-Doutaz creates genuine Cigar Box Purses that will add a splash of fun to jeans or an extra spark to ignite a little black dress.
Heck, it'll even brighten up a trip to the grocery store.
Her handcrafted, custom designed Cigar Box Purses are wearable, one-of-a-kind accessories that incorporate everything from beads and tassels to paints and papers.Mushu's colorful wooden throwaways are transformed into dazzling handbags that turn heads wherever you go. "I make one of the few women's accessories that men think are cool," Wong-Doutaz says with a chuckle.
"Men are not afraid to stop by, pick up a cigar box purse, look inside, and even comment 'this is great!'
I love it."
In fact, Mushu Treasures has more male customers now than she did when she was a commercial retailer in women's accessories.THE PROCESSThere is a meticulous process to create each piece. First, Wong-Doutaz finds colorful and rare wood cigar boxes, all authentic and in excellent condition.
She then uses beautiful designer fabrics, handmade papers, 3-dimensional artwork, beautiful trims, and many other items to make each purse a unique and timeless piece of art.
When prep and design are complete, the box is ready for new hardware ... usually brass clasp, hinges and corners, and a sturdy handle, usually beaded or bamboo.
All boxes are lined and have a pocketsize mirror attached on the inside. The finishing touch includes a decorative piece attached to the clasp.
She also has more custom orders now than ever before.
"I have many customers who want to incorporate different themes, or pictures of their children or pets.
I love adding that personal touch!"WHO IS 'MUSHU'?Based in Seattle, WA., Mushu Treasures' home-based accessories business has grown to offer other lines of beautiful handmade products, such as 'Mushu Chic' Feathered Handbags and 'Mushu Style' Reversible Totes.
"Like many women, I love shopping and fashion.
So, what could be more fun than creating and selling accessories?"Wong-Doutaz became interested in cigar box purses after seeing one about 2 years ago.
"Initially, I was going to offer other artists' cigar box purses to my customers, but I wasn't satisfied with the quality.
So I decided I would design and produce my own."
Customers cannot get enough ? it's taken off across the country.Mushu's inventive Cigar Box Purses have received press in "SEATTLE" Magazine, MSNBC.com and the SEATTLE TIMES.
Prices range from $135-$200, based primarily on the value of the box and the complexity of design.Mushu product line is known for innovative and creative styles and is a recognized name in the Pacific NW.
Cigar box purses and other Mushu products are available at specialty boutiques across the country as well as selected local art shows.
For a complete list of shops and events, visit http://mushutreasures.com..
Givony – Israel’s 20 Years Old Leather Fashion House Goes on eBay
Tel Aviv, ISrael (ContentDesk) January 18, 2006 -- Givony is the Israeli fashion house for unique leather goods. The brand has been famous in the holy land for over 20 years, and it owns the reputation of high quality and luxury. The brand is famous all over Israel, and very popular among Israelis. Recently, the Givony fashion house has begun selling its products abroad using the worlds online marketplace, eBay. Because of eBays popularity and large exposure in Europe and in North America, the fashion house decided that it is the best method to go international. We believe in our products and in our brand, and if for two decades it has been so popular in Israel, there is no reason not to succeed all over the world.
Our products evolve and change along with the progress of technology, and therefore we figured that using eBay, which we believe is progress itself in online commerce, is the best method for us .Amongst the givony leather products we can find mens wallets, womens...
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Mom Blends Heirloom Beauty and Modern Practicality in Creative Online Business
As a young girl, Jennifer Hudson learned a love of sewing from her grandmother and mother.
Her self-employed father built houses for a living.
Being raised by two self-employed parents fostered a caring bond she wanted for her own family.
Hudson left the real estate/mortgage industry to stay home with her two daughters.
"My dad built houses and I decided to create hand-made treasures to transform a house into a home," she declared.
One evening her daughter was playing a "let's make up silly words" game and called her father a "strawberry?potato."
He responded "You're a Taterberry!"
The name for Hudson's home business was born.
In June 2004, Hudson opened Taterberry Cottage to showcase traditional children's clothing by Alex & Ari and Lucy Pearl.
"The apparel is reminiscent of heirlooms one might find in grandma's attic," states Hudson.
In addition to the romantic feel of such pieces, Hudson wanted...
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The Yasmena Bag Hits Bloomingdale?s & Nordstrom?s for Holiday 2003 and into 2004!
New York, NY
(ContentDesk) December 26 2003--The team at Yasmena - the handbag re-invented - announces that Bloomingdale's is carrying the Yasmena bag at their flagship store in Manhattan & Nordstrom's in their West Coast stores.
Emily Blumenthal, the designer of the Yasmena Bag commented, "We are thrilled to have been selected by Bloomingdale's & Nordstrom's.
These are two of the premiere department stores in the world! We are very excited to be a partner with them."
Look out for the Yasmena for the next red carpet event to be worn by the hottest celebrities, or by you!The Yasmena bag is the perfect gift for all the girls and women in your life. When she wears the Yasmena Bag everyone will be asking where she too can get one! The Yasmena is the forerunner of the wristlet trend but with a functional twist - its' unique tail handle gives the woman on the go the option of attaching the bag to her finger and having it rest comfortably on top of or in...
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Guilt-free exotic salmon leather products mean every part of the salmon is utilized, similar to the ancient tradition of the Northwest Coast Native peoples
November 19, 2003, Seattle, WA - Salmon leather?
Yes, it's true. For more than a hundred years, the skin of the salmon has been discarded, cast off , dumped and otherwise treated badly by the salmon canning industry in an effort to extract only the choicest morsels from nature's delicacy, Oncorhynchus keta, more commonly known as Chum Salmon.
Ivory Jack's Trading Company has worked over the last several years perfecting fine quality salmon leather that stands up to current rigorous fashion standards.
The leather is fascinatingly strong and has the look and feel of snake skin.
But, due to the formerly discarded nature of the material, it is guilt-free exotic leather more widely available to mass consumption.
The Pacific Northwest Coast Indians used the salmon, skin and all, for hundreds of years as they inhabited the salmon rich coastal lands of Alaska, British Columbia (Canada) and Washington State.
They traditionally tanned the hides...
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Spabox Introduces Pampering and Soothing Gift Ideas for your Valentine
SANTA FE, N.M. (ContentDesk) January 29, 2004 ? Spabox has recently unveiled its lineup of elegant spa gifts for Valentine's Day. At Spabox, http://www.spabox.com an organic spa apothecary, you will find unique Valentine's gift ideas for a special love, mothers, daughters, sisters and friends. Spabox creates unique spa gift packages, which are brimming with luxury spa products, natural candles and soothing music, all designed to create an at-home spa experience.
The products are carefully selected ? many are organic or feature high quality natural ingredients such as shea butter, Dead Sea Salts and therapeutic quality essential oils.Featured for Valentine's gift giving are special packages with names like "Ooh La La," "Sugar-n-Spice," and "Bliss."
The packages include high quality natural spa products and are exquisitely wrapped with handmade papers, silk ribbons and other beautiful embellishments.
Many come...
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What Your Handbags Say About You
You can tell a lot about a person from the clothes they wear, but you can also tell a lot about a person simply from the handbags they carry. Its hard to believe, but you can find out a number of things about a womens personality just by looking at the type of handbag she sports. Below you will find a number of handbag styles and colors as well as what each specific type of handbag says about the owner.Styles:Under-the Shoulder Handbags which are smaller and fit tightly underneath the shoulder indicate class and sophistication. A women working in an upscale office or someone of high stature would choose this form of handbag.Big and Bulky Big, bulky and oversized bags are casual and are often associated with younger individuals. These are used for individuals who carry a number of things (binders, books etc) and require a lot of space.
Down-to-earth, lower-maintenance women would carry this type of handbag.Designer Designer handbags often cost an arm and a leg and therefore...
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There's a New (Tutti Bella) Kid on the Block
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASELOS ANGELES, California ? February 17, 2003New (Tutti Bella) Kid on the BlockTutti Bella, the high-end online baby boutique has a new sibling! Beginning this month, Tutti Bella Kids, (www.tuttibellakids.com), will offer clothing, room furnishings, and accessories for trendy tots who've grown too big for Tutti Bella.Tutti Bella Kids will carry an adorable selection of boys' and girls' clothing from many of the brands Tutti Bella shoppers love including Mad Sky, Frolic, Psketti, CC Clothing, Lili Paris, and Icky Products. The site will also sell pajamas, bathing suits, and lounge wear. Tutti Bella Kids knows how to make bedtime beautiful. The site will sell twin and full-size bedding in feminine floral and cowboy prints, sure to bring sweet dreams. And don't miss the fun robot-themed travel bed that's also great for sleepovers.
Shopping for a gift is fun and easy at Tutti...
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