Online Retailer Adds Latin Flair to "Baby Chic"
Los Angeles, CA (ContentDesk) July 26, 2004 ? Arte Beb?, a new concept in children's retailing, opens its virtual doors for business today, bringing us a Latin America pulsating with more than just a salsa beat. Through its collection of colorful and richly textured products, Arte Beb? ("baby art") pays tribute to a part of the world also brimming with artistic vision, beautifully represented in a variety of hand-crafted textiles.
The web-based store can be found at www.artebebe.com.Part Store, Part Travelogue"Our mission at Arte Beb? is to ?surprise and delight' and make shopping for exotic wares convenient and enjoyable. No need to travel days by plane, bus and foot when all is available at the click of a mouse." Arte Beb?'s website includes a flash slide show introduction that takes visitors on a mini tour of Mexican markets, the Andean countryside, Argentinean cafes, and back home to local tots modeling Arte Beb? wear.
A Celebration of Latin Craftsmanship
- Traditional and NewProducts are sourced from throughout Latin America: from indigenous artisans in the mountainous villages of Bolivia, to emerging fashion designers from trendy Palermo Viejo in Buenos Aires.
"Though patterns, styles and materials may vary from place to place," says president and founder Stacey Castor, "the common element is high-quality products that are bursting with color, creative details, and a soul that's uniquely Latin.
Inherent in each item, is a little piece of culture, history, and adventure."
Purchases help contribute to the livelihood of indigenous peoples and to the continuity of their artisan traditions as well as promote new directions in Latin design and handicraft. Customized hangtags indicate the place of origin and care instructions for the article.Exotic Wools, Embroidered Dresses, and Unique Gift BasketsEverything is made in Latin America with local materials.
Most products are 100% pure cotton, or llama or alpaca wool (yarns nearly as soft and luxurious as cashmere).Signature separates include: knit ponchos (including matching mother/daughter ponchos for Fall), super-soft sweaters, embroidered dresses, playful bodysuits, hand-made blankets and whimsical stuffed animals. In addition to great separates (newborn to 6 years), Arte Beb? has created innovative gift baskets including "New Baby" baskets themed around the seasons, and special baskets to celebrate a little one's "First Day of School."
Prices range from $18 for a small embroidered wool animal to $125 for a gift basket.
There is also a special section featuring "Gifts for Under $50".
Merchandise will evolve with the seasons and with the discovery of new products and artisans.Gifts for Mom, the Home, and the DogIn keeping with its focus on all things Latin, Arte Beb? rounds out its product offerings with some great accessories for women (e.g., shawls, ponchos, and jewelry), the home (e.g., pillows and placemats) and even the dog (hand-knit sweaters from Bolivia that make even a Mastiff look cool).About Arte Beb?Arte Beb? currently sells exclusively through its online store, but will also sell select items wholesale to specialty clothing boutiques and home d?cor/gift stores. For a more intimate shopping experience, private trunk shows may be arranged in some cities. Arte Beb? can be found at www.artebebe.com.
Press can visit www.artebebe.com/media.php to download camera-ready product shots for publication.About the FounderIn 2003 while traveling in Latin America, whether visiting stylish hamlets or some of the most impoverished communities in the world, founder Stacey Castor was struck by the pervasive spirit of survival, pride, and artistic tradition.
She noted that clothing, stuffed animals and other decorative items with such detailed craftsmanship and a perfect balance of sophistication and fun, are not readily available outside Latin America.
After a 10-plus year career as a litigation attorney and then in management positions in marketing at major package goods companies including Revlon and Colgate-Palmolive, she decided to take a leap of faith.
She left her job and devoted herself full-time to creating a business to showcase these special finds.Stacey has a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, a law degree from Boston University and a Masters in Management degree from Northwestern University.
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Lactose Intolerant?
Copyright 2005 What causes lactose intolerance?Lactose is digested in the small intestine by an enzyme called lactase. This enzyme allows the body to break down the lactose into two simple sugars, glucose and galactose. These are quickly absorbed by the intestine and provide energy for the body. The level of the lactase enzyme varies between individuals, as does the severity of symptoms caused by lactose intolerance.What are the symptoms of lactose intolerance?Symptoms range from mild abdominal discomfort, bloating and excessive wind to severe abdominal cramps and diarrhoea.Substitutes for lactose-containing foodsLactose intolerance generally isn't serious and can be controlled by some simple changes in your diet. The dietary changes for lactose intolerance should include the exclusion of those foods highest in lactose.
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Firefly Lites Hits a High Note With VH1 Save The Music
Lake Stevens, WA (ContentDesk) July 27, 2005 -- Firefly Lites is a company dedicated to doing its part for the environment by offering eco-friendly candles. The Seattle, Washington-based maker of high-quality, custom, hand-poured, soy candles and other unique gift items is among a handful of companies participating in this years VH1 Save The Music benefit."We are excited to be among other businesses and people who feel as passionate about musical education as we do," says Michele Groutage, president and founder of Firefly Lites. Since it's inception in 1997, VH1 Save The Music has improved the lives of more than a half million children and donated nearly $30 million worth of musical instruments to 1,200 public schools in 80 cities."Children should have access to a quality education that includes music," Groutage says. "I applaud the VH1 Save The Music Foundation for their ongoing efforts in raising public awareness and funds for this important cause." Music of Love is the theme for the...
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Chocolate Cake
Chocolate-the drink of the Gods, has forever been man's sinful indulgence. Chocolate comes in many shapes and sizes, and it's used for many recipes, but none surpasses the chocolate cake ? first place in popularity.
A chocolate cake can be made from any type of chocolate. It can be made from plain, dark chocolate or "bitter" chocolate that contains little or no added sugar. Cakes can be made from white chocolate, which tastes sweet and is very rich and smooth, almost with a melt-in-your-mouth quality.
Cakes made with organic chocolate win hands down for they contain a very high percentage of cocoa solids. However, this type of chocolate is very expensive.
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Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the most frequently lethal cancer in the United States.
Among all causes of death, lung cancer ranks second after heart disease for males, and third after heart and cerebrovascular disease for females.
In 2002 alone, over 150,000 people in the United States died of lung cancer.
Cancers form when certain cells in the body grow and multiply in an uncontrolled fashion.
When such uncontrolled growth affects lung tissues, a lung cancer forms.
Lung cancer is classified into two main types- small cell lung cancer and non-small cell lung cancer.
An estimated 80 percent of lung cancer patients have non-small cell lung cancer.
Smoking or inhaling second hand smoke, environmental exposures such as asbestos and radon gas, and a family history of lung cancer increase the risk of an individual getting lung cancer.
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