We've been busy here at River's Edge and Ipswich Party Shop, bringing in new products for you!  Below, you'll find some new items that have just arrived - and you're the first to find out about them!

In addition to the new products, I wanted to fill you in on some goings-on at the store.  First, we are happy to reintroduce the River's Edge Community Bulletin Board.  If you would like to advertise your non-profit's event, drop a poster by and we'll display it prominently for you.

In the coming months, you'll see lots of areas of the store being relocated.  All of this will be in order to accommodate some great new lines that we picked up at the New York International Gift Fair.

Watch for our expanding selection of clothing and accessories.  Flip-flops, beach hats, beach towels, jackets, scarves and lots more on the way.  We want to be your one-stop shop for all of your gift-giving needs.  While you're here, pick up something for yourself.  You deserve it.

As  a special thanks for reading our blog, here's a special discount just for you!  Just print, bring in, and save!

	Murval Paris is a new line that just arrived this week.   Made from a sturdy, coated fabric that's reminiscent of oilcloth, choose from lunch totes, cosmetic bags, totes, handbags, and foldable bags.  Prices from $15.00 - $47.50.  Rolling luggage just arrived, too!
	Gloveables household gloves and oilcloth aprons give a whole new meaning to cleaning.  Perfect for cleaning, gardening, washing your car, dishes, fun! fun! fun! Word about Gloveables is spreading fast, in addition to appearing on the hit show, Desperate Housewives, this line has been featured in many top style and home magazines.
	Lady Jayne lunch totes are hot, and cool!  Let's face it - none of us are eating out as much and are "brown-bagging" it - why be a plain Jane, when you can carry Lady Jayne?  Priced at just $20.
	The Ipswich 375th Commemorative Magazine is fresh off the presses!  Loads of great editorial content, a calendar of events, and facts about Ipswich all in one place.  For only $4.95, this is one keepsake you shouldn't be without.

If you signed up for our blog in response to the emails sent on Tuesday and Wednesday, THANK YOU!  Please note that the corrected email I sent on Wednesday had a new error in it!  Sign up was extended through this weekend (Sunday, March 1).  Those who subscribe will get a coupon for $5.00 off via a blog update on Monday, March 2, 2009.

I apologize for the confusion and multiple emails!

I have a few new products that I'd like to share with you this week.  All of these items are now in
stock so stop by and take a look!

	Twist & Pout is new take on an everyday necessity: Lip Balm!  This fun new line is ball-shaped and very colorful.  Each one contains an SPF-20 Lip Balm in a Vanilla Cream flavor!  There are many fun, funky designs to choose from.  Twist & Pout Lip Balm is a one-of-a-kind lip moisturizer that is equal parts fashion statement and sun protection confection. Exclusively patented and formed for your inner trend setter, this stylish sphere is bound to be the envy of lip addicts everywhere. Packed with the latest and greatest in pucker protection technology, Twist & Pout™ delivers a crucial combination of oils, butters and full spectrum UVA/UVB lip armor.
	The new Vera Bradley Limited Edition items have JUST ARRIVED.  Check out the new Navy collection made from Terry Cloth.  Several sizes are available.  We also have NEW beach towels, clear travel pieces, and flip flops!  Hurry - quantities are limited.
	OK - Admittedly, we first brought in Blue Smoke Salsa a few months ago but it has not received the attention it deserves.  In my household, this as known as the "best salsa - ever". Freshness and outstanding taste is what you'll find in every jar of Blue Smoke Salsa.They use only local, fresh ingredients to create a flavor that's as distinct as it is familiar. From mountain sweetness to heat from the hills, and everything in between, our products capture the taste of home. Made from the freshest ingredients in West Virginia.
	This new little book is a great gift for the guy on your list.  Lots of fun facts and stories about beer!

Here's a special promotion for our blog subscribers.  Simply print this coupon and save 13% storewide.  That's right - EVERYTHING in the store!



Also - as you may know, I am president of the Board of Directors for S.A.F.E. Studio.  S.A.F.E. is an Ipswich-based non-profit that provides art therapy for victims of trauma and abuse, and those at risk.  In addition to my position in the board of directors, this is also my third year co-chairing the annual spring auction - this is our biggest fundraiser of the year.  I've included our auction poster for your review.  Please consider coming to the event or donating an item for our auction or raffle.  Tickets are available at the store and donations may be dropped off here as well.  If you have a place to post the flier, please print it and help spread the word.

One of my New Year's resolutions was to get this blog going and to use it as a means of communicating with our customers.   For those of you who check the store web site, you know I've been a little lax in updating the "What's New" page!  I hope that you all find this easier to manage than the email format I'd been using.

Remember - Valentine's Day is just 10 days away.  At River's Edge, we have lots of great gifts for your loved ones.  Here are just a few ideas.

For her:

• Vera Bradley  -Spring 2009 colors include Hope Garden, Purple Punch, Cupcakes Green, and Cupcakes Pink
  
• Yankee Candle- Spring scents are here - over 30 fragrances to choose from
  
• baggalini -  a wonderful line of functional bags and accessories
  
• Gloveables - a new line of fashionable dish gloves - think "Desperate Housewives"
• Harbor Sweets - delicious chocolates from Salem, MA
• Crabtree & Evelyn - several classic scents to choose from
• John Medeiros Jewelry - quality, handcrafted jewelry made right here in New England - even comes with a lifetime guarantee!
  

For him:

• Books - Local books, local authors
• Blue Smoke Salsa - something hot for your someone hot
• Bottle stoppers - cap your wine in style
• CDs - over 50 to choose from
• Ipswich items - signs, books, magnets, mugs, chowdah bowls, and more

For kids:

• Melissa & Doug - quality wooden toys
• Book s- featuring Ipswich's own Ed Emberley

And, of course, we have hundreds of cards to choose from - sentimental, romantic, humorous, and even "naughty" ones!

No idea what to get that special someone?  No worries - stop on by and we'll help you make the perfect selection.

We hope to see you soon!