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Since it’s awards season…
Jenny Mountjoy: "Hollywood: … Last September, as I was wrapping up the soap line, I received a call form a “celebrity gift” production manager in response to our press release about our new product. She was putting together an Emmy Awards swag event and was wondering if we would like to participate…we would need to be in LA in 3 days with product. Sure. Pin Up designs? Sure. Let me just wipe the sheep poo off my boots and gas up the tractor.
We quickly made a lot of soap, packaged it and drove to LA in hopes that we would encounter more than just the cast from Dog the Bounty Hunter. It turned out to be a great event, full of TV stars past and present including some reality “celebrities” as well as some “why are you here/famous/still around?” people. Of course, I loved it all because, although I don’t get to watch very much TV, I am shallow, and find myself seduced and fascinated by the whole anthropological aspect of entertainment industry life. Growing up in Santa Barbara had thankfully cured me of any fantasy-based feelings about celebrity but there is something about seeing my old friends form General Hospital that warms my heart. read more "
"Careful", writes Jenny, "Might be habit forming."
Tray Bien!
Dolce Mia has quietly begun offering "show samples" of Annie Modica’s serving trays and lazy susans on the Dolce Mia web site. These are pieces that have been out in the world and may show some wear-and-tear or imperfections. But if you can accept their not-quite-perfect condition, you can save up to 70% off retail on these truly remarkable objects-d’art. Not only is the craftsmanship of these pieces extraordinary, Annie’s design sense is unparalleled. Her design philosophy is to always add a surprising element, to do the unexpected. This gives a clue to how she is able to achieve such uniquely compelling effects with her work. Beyond being simply pleasing, her designs are intriguing.
If you have never seen her Annie’s pieces, you can find them in Saks, Niemans and Gumps. Then check out the show sample versions at Dolce Mia. Keep an eye on the category. We add new items all the time. And be sure to check out Annie Modica’s own web site.
Annie Modica Starfish tray detail
March Raffle
Enter our March Raffle and get a chance to win some free soap!
Just post a review with links to any of any of our products on your blog facebook/myspace page or web page — be honest, please! E-mail us at raffle@dolcemia.com so we can check it out and you could win some free soap!
On March 31st we will randomly-select a winner to receive a fantastic prize pack including 2 liquid and 2 bar soaps of the winner’s choosing and a package of coordinating gift enclosure cards and thank you cards — a $75 value.
Here are some other ways to enter: You can leave a comment on Jenny Mountjoy’s blog
and let us know that you’ve done so. Or…Subscribe to Jenny’s RSS feed via email or in a reader and us about it in a comment on our blog. "Stumble" our main webpage (www.dolcemia.com) and leave us your Stumble Upon name in a separate comment. Add us to your blog roll. Let us know about it in a separate comment.
— Enter as many times as you like!
Careful, our soap is addictive. As the lucky winner, you may find yourself considering redecorating your kitchen or bathroom around it.
Here is an example of a recent customer review we were honored to receive:
"I just want to tell you that I absolutely LOVE the cards and soap that I ordered. I have fallen in love with the leathery western scent and I plan on buying more of it in the near future. I also recommend your designs to my friends and family who i know will love them. Thanks! "
So, as you can see this little raffle is easy as pie.
We will announce the winner on the 5th of April on our blog. You can enter as many times as you like — until you win. Then you have to give the other kids a chance.
US entries only, winner will be chosen via random.org. Winners are posted on our blog. Please leave a valid email address or blog address if you’d like to be contacted should you win. Winner has 72 hours to claim their prize. This contest ends at 11:59 pm PST on March 31st, 2009. |