Kinsman Company Announces Stylish and Practical Ways to Make Gardening Easier and More Fun
(ContentDesk) February 7, 2006 -- An ingenious Water Slice? that helps keep container plants moist, fabric covers that turn pots into fashion statements and a new trellis system for vines and climbing plants are among the featured new products in the 2006 Kinsman Company gardening catalog.Since 1981, Kinsman Company has been bringing unusual items to American gardeners through its delightful catalog. The catalog is perhaps best known for its collection of ironwork planters, containers and hanging baskets. Over the years, Kinsman Companys product line has grown to include hundreds of practical gardening tools and accessories, decorative garden art and garden solutions of all kinds.To receive a free Spring 2006 catalog, call Kinsman Company at 1-800-733-4146, or visit the website at www.kinsmangarden.com to view the catalog and place an online order.Iris Pot Covers Want to quickly color coordinate the plant pots in your room? Slip an Iris Pot Cover over an ordinary pot for a quick splash of color and an instant interior decor statement. Iris Pot covers come in a rainbow of decorator colorsincluding turquoise, light blue, fuchsia, light pink, lilac and purple. The elasticity of the knitted textiles enables them to adapt to many different shapes and sizes of pots.
Iris Pot Covers are made from a durable fabric that is machine washable and mold resistant. A set of three Iris Pot Covers (one each of small, medium and large) includes plastic drainage saucers that fit inside each cover. $29.95 per set.Water Slice?Keeping the soil moist in hanging baskets, outdoor container plants and indoor pots can sometimes be a challenge. The Water Slice? solves the problem of dried-out soil by absorbing water and then releasing it slowly to your plants. When dry, each wafer-shaped Water Slice is just 2 1/4 inches in diameter and a half-inch thick.
But soak it in a bowl of water and it quadruples in size. Place the wet Water Slice in a hanging basket or container plant to save you the hassle of frequent watering. Each Water Slice can be reused hundreds of times. A three-pack of Water Slices sells for $9.95.Wellies, Half-Boots and ClogsBeautiful garden prints from the Royal Horticultural Society(RHS) in England make these garden boots as attractive as they are functional. Made for serious garden work, each RHS boot is hand assembled with a natural rubber exterior, a silky cotton lining, a soft padded footbed and a steel shank in the arch (great for stepping down on a spade!).Created by Hunter of Scotland for the Royal Horticultural Society, these wellies, half-boots and clogs feature three different watercolor studies by British artist Bryan Poole.
Select from roses on a white background, sunflowers on a light blue background or holly on a white background.Wellies are full-length boots for cool-season wear and when working outdoors in the wettest(and even the snowiest!) conditions. Half-Boots are perfect for summer use since theyre cooler than the wellies but just as sturdy. Clogs can be quickly slipped on at the back door for a foray into the garden. All three styles are available in womens sizes 5-10. Wellies sell for $69.95, half-boots sell for $59.95, and clogs sell for $49.95 from Kinsman Company, 1-800-733-4146, www.kinsmangarden.com com.Gripple Trellis SystemThe new Gripple Garden Trellis Kit is the easiest way to trellis your fl owering plants and vegetables.
The versatile Gripple Trellis system enables you to cover any wall with climbling plants in whatever pattern or design you choose. When covered with plants, the Gripple Trellis is nearly invisible. Its great for grapes, raspberries, climbing roses, flowering vines and even espaliered fruit trees. Or stretch a Gripple network between two posts in a vegetable garden for climbing beans, squashes or cucumbers. Each trellis kit includes 100 feet of tough black nylon wire, four patented Gripple Tensioners and four steel anchors.
$24.95.Quivering Metal ToadstoolsAdd a touch of whimsy to any garden with charming decorative toadstools. These magical metal fungi come in shades of lacquered copper, antique gold and pewter. Their caps are on springs, so they quiver in the breeze. Place Quivering Metal Toadstools among ferns and mosses, beside a large tree trunk, in a bed of hostas, or wherever the mood strikes. Two sizes are availablethe small toadstools(18 inches tall with caps 4 1/2 inches across) sell for $14.95 and the large toadstools (22 inches tall with caps 6 1/2 inches across) sell for $21.95.All of the above products are available from Kinsman Company.
To order or request a catalog call 1-800-733-4146 or visit www.kinsmangarden.com com..
My First Time Playing Golf
Many summers ago, I recall lying in front of the TV, wearing in my shorts, sipping a refreshing drink, enjoying the warm breeze, watching the Masters. I found myself being strangely fascinated by the game. Until that point I had considered it a game for the rich, well-to-do and young, loud, brash sales reps.
I decided to get of my lazy backside and have a go ? is it as addictive as they say? Surely it can't be that hard to knock a small white ball around a field of trees and sandpits!
So, without the first clue in what to do I went to the local golf course. I watched a while and decided that I ought to use the practice area (driving range) before ?wowing' everyone with my natural skill on the course.
I asked the man in the shop to have a go on the driving range ?
"How many balls?" he asked
"Just the one" I replied
"100 or 200?" came the reply
"Oh I see, just 100" I said feeling I'd soon get the grip of...
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FRANCE LEAVES BAD TASTE IN WINE CLUB MEMBERS MOUTHS
Westlake Village, CA ? February 24, 2002 ? American Cellars Wine Club-the countries premier wine club for hard-to-find "boutique" wines -
has found that France's latest political stance has done more than anger the U.S. Government.
"Our members just do not want anything French" says Marc Musitano, Vice President of Operations for American Cellars.
"We have been receiving returns of French wine at an alarming rate, but we managed to appease most of our members with either domestic or foreign, non-French, replacements."
Asked how he believes this will affect business in the future, Musitano quipped, "Well I can tell you we won't be sourcing any French Wine anytime soon.
However, with the rise of regions such as Australia, Chile, and Argentina, -as well as great domestic product - we have no shortage of great wines to take their place."Founded in 1993, American Cellars Wine Club selects hard-to-find
wines from small, "boutique" wineries...
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white-hots and Chef Hoboken Eddie offer the tastiest holiday gifts in America for the hotdog gourmets on your list (at www.white-hots.com)
Rochester, New York (ContentDesk) November, 2003 ? white-hots, inc. announces that just in time for the holidays, the Company in association with Chef Hoboken Eddie is offering a fun and festive array of artistically crafted gift baskets at www.white-hots.com featuring Zweigle's and Hoboken Eddie's sauces,
Zweigle's Summer sausage and various other delicacies that may be purchased separately or with a selection of the best hotdogs on Planet Earth.
Whether you want to delight someone special with a gift they'll never forget, or need to impress the most discriminating corporate clientele on your list, this year gift giving is easy.
Beginning December 2, visit www.white-hots.com and click on "holiday gifts".
Then, be prepared to make somebody very happy! Company president, Nicholas Capanna...
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The Sky's the Limit!
A gift basket is a great idea for just about any occasion. From birthdays and holidays to special events or even "just because", there are many gift basket ideas. When you are trying to come up with the perfect gift for an occasion, a gift basket is often the perfect option.First you should decide if you want to purchase a ready made gift basket or create your own. Many gift basket retailers can customize their products for a customer, especially if you are ordering a large quantity of an item. Retailers often have a wide variety of gift baskets for every occasion, though some focus on specialty markets.
Purchasing a ready made gift basket can also be less expensive, after you factor in the cost of the basket, packaging, wrapping, and the contents. If you have a great gift basket idea and can't find any similar products you may have to put it together yourself, though.Some gift basket ideas include a Graduation gift basket, containing a keepsake item such as a Teddy bear or picture...
The Sky's the Limit!
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Confessions of a Real Estate Agent
Article Written and Prepared by: Neoli Marcos
So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent?
There's the persistent myth that the real estate business is an instant money-generating, easy treasure trove. Well, it is, but with hard work, patience, and best of luck.
For the newbie in the business, though, real estate can be a thorny, if not downright frustrating venture. It's basically a gamble; profits will come rushing in only after one or two...
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