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Gift Beat CR May 2009 Print Email
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Monday, 04 May 2009 08:46 AM America/New_York

altCarpentree’s new “Joy” homeware releases feature a floral design and scripture. They include a gift-packaged stoneware mug ($10), set of cork-backed coasters ($10) and a set of stain-resistant placemats ($20).

New to Know Him’s children’s line are a light blue scoop neck, short-sleeved rib onesie (6-24 months) with design “Jesus, my building block,” and a yellow dress (6 months-6X) featuring a baby deer and the phrase, “Deerly Loved.” Each retails for $16.99. A free display is available with a 48-piece order.

altAn Invitation to Tea, illustrated by artist Sandy Lynam Clough, returns from Harvest House next month with a fresh format and new paintings celebrating hospitality, friendship and recipes. Retail price, $12.99. Other new June gift titles from the publisher include Tea With a Twist by Lisa Boalt Richardson with photographs by Lauren Rubinstein. It will retail for $24.99.

Michele Conti’s “elegant but hip” Inspiretees women’s apparel label has debuted with “The Verses Collection.” The tank, 3/4-inch and long-sleeve shirts, which retail between $39 and $49, have “Love,” “Joy,” “Peace,” “Hope,” Respect” and “Truth” spelled out in Swarovski crystals, with Bible verses in smaller lettering along the hemlines. Click here to order.

Cause Care’s new toothbrushes feature bright colors, inspirational graphics and four different messages on the handles: “God Loves Me!,” “Jesus Loves Me!,” “I Love Jesus” and “Jesus Is My Savior!” The $3.99-$4.99 suggested retail price includes a 20-cent donation to Feed the Children. Click here to order.

Annie B’s—whose caramel corn was featured recently on the Rachel Ray show—has introduced Sweet Bouquets caramels whose wrap features Bible verses and inspirational sayings, retailing for 20 cents each.