Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

25% OFF all in-stock items due to store moving!

2011-03-30T22:26:00.000-06:00

Hello dear customers!
It is with great sadness that we are announcing the possible closing of our store due to property issues. Without getting into too many details, the building's water pipes have become unusable and our landlord is unwilling to fix it, creating problems for our employees and customers.

BUT for you that means 25% OFF all items!!!

Can you still buy from us? We will maintain a presence at local craft shows, the Internet (our new website is just about to be revealed), and overstock.com. Also, so many of your are dear friends. If you need anything, just call us, we are right in Alpine and you can pick up anything you need. Remember, we have wholesale accounts with many furniture manufactures and we will always get you any item for less!

So for now, enjoy the sale, this is 25% off our wholesale prices! And we will be sure to let you know when we will find a new location.

Sincerely,

The Anna & Rose Team
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
Wed-Sat 10-6

Huge Inventory Reduction Sale!!! 20% OFF everything!

2011-03-23T16:18:00.000-06:00

Hello dear customers!

This week, we are having a huge inventory reduction sale. Take 20% OFF everything, home decor, accessories, bling and yes that includes loads of new jewelry that we just got in today. Start stocking all up for all your spring and summer weddings, birthdays, mother's day, Easter, you name it!

Come and join us!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

Wed-Sat 10-6

All Jewelry 20% OFF, Christmas Charms $5.00, Christmas Home Decor Sale 35% OFF, and Holiday Hours

2010-12-21T18:53:00.000-07:00

Merry, merry Christmas! What a wonderful time of the year!

We have been super busy this Christmas season and would like to thank all of you for your patronage and support!

As our jewelry has been most popular, here is our show of customer appreciation for the week:

all jewelry 20% OFF
Christmas Charms $5.00
Christmas home decor sale 35% OFF extended for one more week!

We cannot wait to see you at the shoppe!

Please, note our holiday hours:

Wed 12/22 - 10-6
Thu 12/23 - 11-4
Fri 12/24 - 11-2

As every year, we will be closed the week between Christmas and New Year's to allow our employees some family time. We will re-open on Wednesday, January 5th, 2011. If you need to purchase any items while we are closed, please feel free to give us a call at 801.380.2100 and we will open right up for you!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

The Anna & Rose Team

10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
801.380.2100

35% OFF Home Decor and Christmas Charms $6.00!

2010-12-14T18:29:00.001-07:00

Hello friends and customers!

Can you just feel the excitement in the air? Christmas is our all time favorite season. I don't think it matters at all how old I am, I will always be infected with Christmas "fever." In the past weeks I have been plotting and decorating and baking and shopping...

Passing on our excitement here at Anna & Rose with some great sales:

Christmas Decor: Take 35% OFF everything Christmas, what a deal!

And many of you have asked whether we can extend the Christmas Charms sale. Can we? Of course, every xmas charm this week is only $6.00 Wow! Come and get yours!

Last but not least: Cannot wait to see you!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

Wed-Sat 10-6

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84003

801.763.0888

Wed-Sat 10-6

What think ye of Christmas, 30" Clock for $33.00 & 25% Off all Christmas Home Decor!

2010-12-08T00:46:00.001-07:00

Before we will tell you about any sales this week, let us tell you about:

What Think Ye of Christmas?

One of our customers brought in this charming book and we now have copies for you! We are in love with it as it discusses the true meaning of Christmas.

Want to know more?

For more than thirty years What Think Ye of Christmas has delighted readers with its worshipful message. It is a gentle way of placing tender reminders of Christ into our everyday holiday routines; a beautiful gift book full of thoughtful reminders on the true meaning of Christmas. The text is poetic, both in its simplicity and its depth. Author Ester Rasband goes far beyond the obvious symbols to open your eyes to the prevalence of Christ-centered messages hidden throughout every aspect of our celebration.

This moving second edition, new this year, enriches the inspiring text with original watercolors by Jana Winters Parkin. Every light-infused painting engages the reader with a depth of symbolism and sense of discovery.

You can get your own copy for $9.95, it makes a fabulous gift!

Next, our sale this week is another one of our ultra cool 30" clocks for a mere: $33.00

So cool, so big, I have one in my own living room and LOVE it! Come and get yourse before they are gone!

Last but not least, all Christmas Home Decor is 25% OFF this week only!!! What an opportunity to score some great Christmas stuff!

Cannot wait to see you!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

Wed-Sat 10-6

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84003

801.763.0888

Thanksgiving plates, Christmas Charms $6.00, Black Friday and Saturday, 20% OFF Christmas Decor!

2010-11-22T07:26:00.001-07:00

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Hope your week will be filled with family, food, fun and gratitude!

We have some fun new products at the store and a ton of new jewelry. Come check it out! Additionally, here are our weekly specials:

This Wednesday only:

Dolomite Turkey Tray: $8.00

Family Thanksgiving Plaque: $10.00

Both of these make fabulous hostess gifts and a beautiful addition to your Thanksgiving centerpiece or wall decor. The can be hung on the wall, propped on an easel or laid flat. We decorated a beautiful Sunday table with these and our family was so appreciative of the sentiment and style it added to the table. Come get yours, while supplies last!

This Friday and Saturday:

Get ready for Christmas!

1. All Christmas Charms are $6.00, the only time they will be this price for the 2010 season. Stock up now and pick out some great gifts! We have got many, many designs!

2. Take an additional 20% off your entire Christmas Decor purchase. We have ornaments, stockings, table runners, advent calendars, plaques, wreaths, garlands, and tons more... Our Christmas decor is already the lowest anywhere, super cute and at 20% off what other incentive do you need to have the most fabulous Holiday home?

We cannot wait to see you!
Wed-Sat (closed for Thanksgiving)
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

Happy Thanksgiving!

Halloween Charms $5.00, Plaques $20.00, Lunchbox notes download, freebie

2010-10-26T23:29:00.001-06:00

Hello everyone, wishing you a bootiful week!
This week we have a great sale!

1. Halloween Charms are only $5.00 while supplies last!

2. Get these awesome plaques for $20.00. They retail for $40.00 and are absolutely darling!

3. Every morning the lunch challenge: no time but want to write notes to the kids. So, I made up some lunchbox notes. thought I would share. Just follow this link and print them out. I pre-cut and keep them on hand, so I always have a quick note, to share with the kiddos!

Follow this link

Happy Halloween! We hope to see you in the store!
Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
Wed-Sat 10-6

Fashion Pearls with fabric flower $9.00, Embossed Picture Frames $30.00

2010-08-31T22:06:00.001-06:00

We are back from our summer break!

Hope you had a great one and that your kids are safely back in school. We had the amazing opportunity to see some really beautiful things and gain lots and lots of inspiration. One of our favorites? A small jewelry store in Venice, Italy that was just so charming. To pay homage to their style, here is the first sale's item for the week:

This little beauty only $9.00 this week, while supplies last. And of course, earrings are included!

Next: We just got some amazing embossed picture frames in. They usually sell for around $80.00 but this week we have the large ones for only $30.00. They are available as a picture frame and mirror in various colors. Come and get yours before they are gone! 23.25" x 23.25"

We cannot wait to see you in the store. As always, have a fabulous week!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84003

801.763.0888

Wed-Sat 10-6

30% off Home Sweet Home Sign, $20!

2010-08-04T10:02:00.000-06:00

Come in and grab this perfect sign to add that little something extra to your home! It's perfect as a welcome sign outside your house or a great piece of wall art inside. Hurry fast before they run out!

Also, our jewelry is such a great seller, that we are offering a special 20% off one jewelry item when you come in! You might want to come in a few times this week to take full advantage of this offer! Hurry in!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

30% off Pink Scroll Frame for $8.00

2010-07-28T10:39:00.000-06:00

We had such success with the black scroll frame that we are now putting on sale the pink scroll frame! Perfect for any little girls' room or adding a hint of colorto any other room! This frame measures 11-3/4"L x 10"H, with the opening for the picture measuring in at 5.25"L x 3.25"H. Classic scrollwork decorates the frame, and will enhance any of your treasured photos. The embossed design is slightly distressed to accent the raised elements. Hang vertically or horizontally according to the orientation of your picture, or this frame will also stand on any flat surface.

Also on sale are these adorable little 1"x 1" soldered charms. They feature roses on one side with a word on the other side, varying from "magic" to "believe" to daughter! Come and see our great selection! Normally, they are $12.00, but for this week only, come get yours for $7.00!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

50% off Metal Accented Clock for $35.00!

2010-07-17T19:02:00.000-06:00

You must act now to save big on this incredible clock! The sale only lasts until next Saturday, July 24th!Parisian Gallery Wall Clock. Rich, distressed hues of cream with accents of yellow and red, and embellished with metal dividers radiating from the center. The words "Grand Hotel" and"Paris" are on the face of the clock in elegant lettering. 30" dimeter.

Also, save big on one of our newest charm designs!

These charms have various sayings, such as Purse Girl, Shoe Girl, Sassy Pants, Trophy Wife, Flirty, and more, with glitzy German glass glitter on the opposite side. These are regularly priced at $14.00 but for this week only, they are reduced to a fabulous price of $9.00! Hurry in and snag yours!

Can't wait to see you!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

40% Off Black Scroll Frame- $8.00!

2010-07-14T09:51:00.000-06:00

This frame measures 11-3/4"L x 10"H, with the opening for the picture measuring in at 6"L x 4"H. Delicate vines wander across the frame, and will enhance any of your treasured photos. The embossed design is slightly distressed to accent the raised elements. Hang vertically or horizontally according to the orientation of your picture, or this frame will also stand on any flat surface. Hurry in and get it for this all time low offer!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

50% off Bath sign for only $8.00!!!

2010-07-08T10:45:00.000-06:00

This sign is the perfect addition to any bathroom! It adds the perfect touch of shabby chic fashion to your "powder room". Has ribbon attached so it is ready to hang immediately! Be sure to grab one of these when you stop by!

Also be sure to grab one of these Independence Day charms! We sold them so well and have a few left. They are on special for $5.00! This price only applies to the ones in the store already, and only lasts Saturday! It doesn't have to be the 4th of July to show your patriotism!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

40-50% Off Live Laugh Love Frame for only $20

2010-06-26T17:46:00.000-06:00

This LARGE Wood Picture frame measures 13"x16" and fits a 4"x6" portrait-oriented picture. Its simple, elegant black, espresso, and white color scheme and elegant scrollwork flourishes adapt to almost any existing decor. The words "Live Well, Laugh Often, Love Much" will inspire you, your family and your guests. Don't miss your chance to grab this great frame, perfect for your own home or even as wedding gifts! Can't wait to see you at the store!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

70% off 30" clock for only $35.00!

2010-06-23T10:17:00.000-06:00

By popular demand, we have put this great, French Country Gallery Clock on sale!

It measures 30" and is a rich red in color. It has fabulous metal accents throughout the design and is the perfect piece to add a pop of color to any room! Take advantage of this 70% off deal!

We can't wait to see you in the store this week!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

75% OFF 30" Clock for only $30.00 and the cutest new jewelry, take 20% OFF one item!

2010-06-15T12:36:00.000-06:00

Hello folks!

By request, we are putting this awesome clock up for sale. 30" for $30.00 that is a 75% saving!!!

And we have got the very cutest, new jewelry in, dozens and dozens of styles. Why don't you take 20% OFF one item!

Hope to see you in the store this week!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

$7.00 Patriotic Charms 70% OFF, Birds!!!

2010-06-08T12:01:00.001-06:00

This week on sale are our patriotic charms!

So, so cute!

Also, by popular demand, we got more birds in. Yipppeee! Our price? $4.00 and $5.00. Did you see the $70.00 necklaces that people make out of them? Make your own, save some money, we sell chains, too. Ready made or raw material, your choice, best prices around!

Happy week!

Come and visit us at the store!
Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

Wed-Sat 10-6

50% OFF Butterfly Initial Charms $7.00; 75% OFF 13" Clocks $7.00

2010-06-03T07:55:00.000-06:00

It is one of our seven dollar weeks!

Come get one of our Butterfly Initial Charms for $7.00

AND...

Our 13" Margot Clocks are $7.00 as well. What a steal, a store around the corner sells them for $28.00. Which means you are saving 75%. They look so cute on an easle or on the wall and make excellent gifts. Come and get yours before they are gone!

Hope to see you at the store!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84004

Wed-Sat 10-6

801.763.0888

65% OFF 2 Picture Frame $7.00; Home Sweet Home Plaque $20.00; Gossip Fairy Charm $7.00

2010-05-25T09:05:00.001-06:00

This week is promising to be wonderful. How about some cool sales?

We have three items on special:

1. This super cute 2 picture frame. It retails for $20.00 our price this week is only $7.00. It makes such a cute gift and accent piece, get yours before they are gone!

2. We just got these "Home Sweet Home" Plaques in. They are big wooden plaque, not a tiny little thing, measuring 26-1/4L x 9-1/2H. They are on sale this week for only $20.00 What makes them so great? It is hard to see in the picture but there are metal accents on this plaque, giving it extra depth. It is a such a beautiful design, you have to see them in real life, the picture really does not do them justice!
3. One of our super popular charms is our little "gossip fairy." This week on sale for only $7.00. Wow!

Have a fantastic week everyone. Enjoy the gorgeous weather!

Hope to see you in the store at
Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.753.0888
Wed-Fri 10-6

Spring Decor, all wreaths $15.00 this week, Flourish Charms $8.00!

2010-05-19T13:19:00.001-06:00

Got inspired this week to re-decorate my front door! Let Spring in!

So, our special is: any wreath in the store $15.00. Wow!

Also, we just got a new charm design. It is already very popular. What does that mean for you? SALE!

Any intitial of our new 1x1 Flourish / Chandlier Charm $8.00

Have a great, great week!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84003

801.763.0888

801.380.2100

Wed-Sat 10-6

30% OFF all Picture Frames, 20% OFF Jewelry

2010-05-04T08:53:00.002-06:00

Happy 1st Week of May!

What an exciting time of year to celebrate the great women in our lives. I owe everything to my mother and grandmother (even our store name) and my mother-in-law has been a sweet friend to me for many years.

It goes beyond that though, sisters, sister in-laws, girl friends and especially daughters all make our lives wonderful. Let's celebrate them by thinking of them!

Of course, this does not need to be expensive!

This week, we are offering 30% OFF on all picture frames in stock. That is 30% OFF our already low, low prices! Frame your favorite picture of your favorite MOM! What a thoughtful gift. Here just some of our many, many choices:

Next, for those of you who would like to gift jewelry - 20% OFF on everything. Our way to say HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to you!

CHARMS, BRACELETS, EARRINGS, NECKLACES, CHAINS!

We have so many items, we could not possible picture them all!

This week also, we are at the HOLY COW BOUTIQUE in Pleasant Grove!

Come join us!

And last but not least, only one more week until we will be set up for jeans and t-shirts and other funky clothing accessories! Can't wait to share with you!

Have a happy week!

$35.00 French Vintage Clock 78% OFF, Initial Charm $9.00 this week, Bonjour Belle, Oh Sweet Sadie & Haitian Clothing Drive. WOW!

2010-04-28T09:26:00.001-06:00

Can you believe this weather? Let's have a good sale to make up for it and get spring back into our homes :)

So, how about this awesome 30" French Vintage Clock for $35.00? It retails for $120.00 that is 78% OFF. Wow!

Any 1x1" Initial Charm, this week $9.00. Another Wow! Get yours! We honestly have so many kinds, you just need to come in and pick one out.

What else?

Many, many of our customers have asked whether we can start carrying clothes,

t-shirts, jeans....

Well, your wish is our command! We have teamed up with Bonjour Belle formerly in American Fork, who has the cutest clothes & incredible style for the fashionistas among you and for those who want to add some spunk to your wardrobe.

It will be ready in two weeks for your shopping enjoyment, so get ready for some excitement!

There is more? Yes!

We will be at Oh Sweet Sadie in South Jordan this week. Come check it out!

Last but not least, something very close to our hearts!

As all of you know the catastrophe in Haiti has especially affected children. Our hearts break just thinking of all the kids who are without the basics that our children here enjoy.

We would like to encourage you to participate in a clothing drive for Haitian kids.

From now till 30 April, 2010, you can drop off your gently used clothing for kids 0-14 at Westfield Elementary in Alpine.

The drive is sponsored by Better Lives for Children an Orem non-profit that is trying to fill a 40' container to send to Haiti around the middle of may.

Items needed:

shirts
pants
shoes
PJs
Rain Jackets
Blankets
Air Mattresses

Spring is such a great time to go through your kids closets and purge them from outgrown clothes. Imagine what your gift can do!

For more info go to blfc.org

Thank You!

Battlecreek Boutique, Pleasant Grove, UT

2010-04-23T06:20:00.000-06:00

This week, we will be at the Battlecreek Boutique in Pleasant Grove, UT. Come join us and the many other fun vendors!

Mother's Day Charms, Embossed Metal Picture Frames & Terri's Blue Goose Boutique

2010-04-13T08:53:00.001-06:00

Happy Spring, with Snow?

Well, at least let's make the sales be good ones :)

This week, we got beautiful Mother's Day Charms. Our vintage soldered charms continue to be a huge hit, so get yours before they are gone. Price point: this week only $10.00 for all mother's day charms. We have quite a few designs and of course, we have some for sisters, daughters, grandmothers, too. All the special women in your life should have one!

Next, we have these amazing embossed metal picture frames. They have been a best-selling item for a long time now and this is the first time we will be offering a sale on them. They are big and fit any decor, so, so pretty! We are offering them for $10.00, $12.00 & $14.00. WOW!

Also this week, we will be at Terri's Blue Goose Boutique for the first time. We will have two booths - home decor & jewelry. Come check out our booths and those of the many other vendors! Promises to be a fun event!

Hope to see you all at the store this week! Wed-Sat 10:00-6:00
Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

Spring Break Sale! 25% OFF one item!

2010-04-07T23:10:00.000-06:00

Short and easy this time.

It is spring break, make your own sale :)

Prom Jewelry and Hair Clips, Kiss Me Picture Frame Sale $20.00

2010-03-23T18:33:00.000-06:00

Wishing you a lovely first week of spring!

This week on sale are our super popular "Always Kiss Me Goodnight" picture frames. They retail for $45.00 but are only $20.00 this week! They work for any occassion and decor.

Also this week: Prom is coming up! We have darling, darling prom jewelry and hair clips. You just can't beat the price. Clips are $1.00 and jewelry is $15.00 for the set (necklace and earrings). We have several different styles, get yours before they are gone!

Have a great week!

Hope to see you in the store!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 83002

801.763.0888

801.380.2100

Wed-Sat 10-6

30" French Vintage Clock $30.00, 70% OFF, Any One Charm $10.00

2010-03-16T23:13:00.001-06:00

First of all:

You have been such wonderful customers and friends. Very supportive, we so appreciate you!

This weeks sale is one of our favorites:

30" Vintage Clock with Metal Accents only $30.00. Wow!

Next, any one charm your choice $10.00. What a steal!

Yippeee!

Have a great week!

Hope to see you in the store!

Anna & Rose

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84003

Wed-Sat 10-6

Yes! Necklaces $10.00, Ultra Cool Clock: $30.00 which is 70% OFF Retail

2010-03-09T09:30:00.001-07:00

Chains and Clocks - a great Combo!

Have you seen our new charm necklaces? They have been a hit! This week, snag yours for $10.00. We also have some with crystal and pearls that are slightly more. Don't miss this amazing opportunity, they are at least $25.00 everywhere else and ours are of superior quality!

Next, we have this beautiful big 30" clock on sale. For only $30.00, you cannot say "no!" This is one of our most popular designs and a perennial favorite at all shows we attend. Wow, what a steal, you are saving 70%!

Hope to see you in the store this week!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
Wed-Sat 10-6

30% OFF one non-sale and non-furniture item, St. Patrick's Day Charms!

2010-03-02T14:53:00.001-07:00

I have been so excited this week - Spring is here. Well, maybe not to stay but the sun on my winter soul sure feels nice.

To celebrate the fresh air and mild weather, we are having a sale!!!

Take 30% OFF one non-sale, non-furniture item!

Oh and btw, we do have St. Patrick's Day charms in. Go green!

$30.00 for our beautiful 30" Vintage Roccoco Clock, New Chains are in, Chocolate Cake Recipe

2010-02-23T08:32:00.000-07:00

Hello and good morning!

To heat things up just a bit during this frosty season, we've got a heartwarming deal. Our super popular gigantic 30" black vintage Roccoco Clock is only $30.00 this week! Wow, you are saving 70%.

Also, we finally got our new chains in. Wear them with or without charms! They are beautiful, so fun, incredibly priced. Come and check them out!

Last but not least, our love for chocolate knows no bounds :) Seriously, you have to try this cake recipe:

Chocolate Dream Cake

Ingredients

1 (18.25 ounce) package dark chocolate cake mix
1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix

1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
3 eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup coffee flavored liqueur
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
2.In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, sour cream, eggs, oil and coffee liqueur. Beat until ingredients are well blended. Fold in chocolate chips. Batter will be thick. Spoon into prepared pan.
3.Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, or until cake springs back when lightly tapped. Cool 10 minutes in pan, then turn out and cool completely on wire rack.

Nutritional Information:
You don't want to know! Just Enjoy!

$8.00 Our Super Popular Bathroom Signs, $5.00 Valentine's Charm Clearance

2010-02-17T15:40:00.001-07:00

This week, we have a special that has been requested.

Our ever so popular BATHROOM SIGNS are on sale! They are just darling, fit any decor, and will clearly direct your guests to their destination :)

Look how cute! Only $8.00

Also, our Valentine's Charms are on clearance. $5.00 only, price can't be beat!

Hope to see you in the store some time this week!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888

Wed-Sat 10-6

Homemade Valentine's Candy today 2/13/10

2010-02-13T15:13:00.000-07:00

We have the most delicious Valentine's Candy today. Homemade by Mandy's Candies and simply irresistible! Pick some up for your sweetheart, kids, parents, BFF, neighbors.... Expressing a little love makes the world just so much better!

30" clock $30.00; Valentine's Charms $7.00, Chains, Biodegradeable Dental Floss and Candy

2010-02-09T23:14:00.001-07:00

This week's sales:

Ultra Cool 30" Clock for $30.00. Yipppeeeeeeeee! Regular Retail $120.00. Woe you are getting a bargain at $75% OFF!

Valentine's Charms for $7.00. You gotta be kidding me! We have many, many designs, here a sampling:

And a product recommendation:

Ok, so I am thinking millions of floss sticks in the land fill not so good! And then I found this:

Available at Walmart, just penny's more than the regular stuff, works great (already flossed thrice today) and no trace, oh and it is minty. How great is that!

Product gets a two thumbs up form the Anna and Rose Team! Thanks Dr. Du-More!

Looking ahead:

Last but not least: Next week we will have lots of chains in store. We sold out and resold out but ordered more, they are no their way, simply awesome! And the prices? Well, this is Anna & Rose, no worries, we will have a sale!

$20.00 Picture Frames, 33% OFF and Valentine's Soldered Charms for only $10.00 Wow!

2010-02-03T07:14:00.000-07:00

Good Morning!

Hope your day is beautiful. Beautiful are our sale items this week as well!

We got these ultra cool picture frames in and are selling them for the best price ever! They are 16"x16" Huge!

We don't want to brag but these are selling between $30-45 around the valley, you get them for $20.00 only at Anna and Rose's. Aren't they cute? They are huge, btw, nothing shabby about them. Great Valentine's gift or just to treat yourself. Enjoy!

Last but not least, we are extending our Valentine's Charm Sale for one more week, so successful last week!

We got even more designs, dozens and dozens, as always best soldering job and just really fun!

Come and get yours for only $10.00, any size, this week only!

Last but not least, taking off for the Las Vegas furniture fare. Do you need something? Let me know and I will get it for you.

And BTW, we will start offering group buys at cost, so we can buy into some of the bigger lines that require a large minimum opening order, let us know if you are interested. True wholesale prices!

30" for $30.00 This week only! 65% OFF & Valentine's Charms, Plug for Haiti

2010-01-25T22:07:00.001-07:00

Hope you had a great week so far. It is about to get better. Back by popular demand:

One of our super cool 30" clocks for sale for only $30. That's 65% OFF Retail folks, it doesn't get any better than this. Here is the beauty:

Also, we have some super darling Valentine's Charms, this week $10.00 Don't miss them! We have lots of different designs so it is hard to show all of them, but we have vintage, classy, funky, atc, glitter. Here are a few:

Cute? You bet! Get some!

Lastly, our school is collecting crutches, kids' walkers and wheelchairs to be taken to Haiti next week. If you would like to donate, drop them off at Westfield Elementary in Alpine or bring them to the store and we will take them there for you. What a worthy cause!

Hope to see you in the store this week!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
801.380.2100

50% OFF Paris clock, only $20.00 this week!

2010-01-12T21:28:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone!

Hope 2010 is shaping up nicely for you.

We had a whirlwind of a time filling charm orders and getting ready for the winter shows. Let us know if you need anything specific!

This week's sale is this ultra cool Paris French clock, one of our best sellers.

It retails for $45.00, you can snag it this week only for $20.00. Think what a cool valentine's gift this would make.

Hope to see you in the store!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84004
Wed-Sat 10-6
801.763.0888
801.380.2100

Large 9 Picture Frame 66% OFF, 50% OFF Christmas Items, last week!

2010-01-06T16:33:00.002-07:00

Happy New Year, everyone!

Hope you had fantastic Holidays, it was sure nice to be with family and to relax. We are aware of quite a few friends and customers who had a tough year, hope 2010 will make up for it! May the most wonderful blessings be yours!

Now that almost all the Christmas decorations are put away, my house seems kind of empty, but also kind of nice. Less clutter and lots of ideas for new projects!

My first order of business: Hang up all the holiday pictures, create some new picture arrangements!

In this sense, we are offering this week's special:

Our fantabulous 9 picture, super large Frame.
21L x 27H w/ 9-4 x 6 Photo Frames
On sale for only $25.00, that is 66% OFF retail. Wow!

Also, we are getting brand new picture frames in, in the next couple of weeks, as well as new picture rods. We totally sold out of those over Christmas.

Also, check out our picture hanging idea gallery, starting tomorrow on our blog at annaandrose.blogspot.com.

O yeah, last week of 50% OFF Christmas items.

Last but not least, our Valentine's charm designs are done. They are so cute, we will have them in store next week and a special on them. Start planning!

Have a great one!

Which jewelry would you like? Charm chains, bracelets, crystal... Tell us!

2009-12-31T10:27:00.000-07:00

So, which jewelry would you like?

We are so picked over that we need to majorly re-stock. As always, we value your opinion the very most. If you have any special requests, or have seen a product that you would like, or have been looking everywhere for....

Send us a picture to annaandrose@gmail.com if you have specifications, size, materials etc. that would be even better! Then, we will find it for you for less than anywhere else, naturally!

We are specifically asking for jewelry pictures, especially for charm chains.

Help us, help you!

Guten Rutsch! *

*And that means: German New Year's greeting. Literally, it means "a good slide" (into the New Year)!

Happy New Year's! And a great clock on Sale! Red for $30, German New Year's Traditions

2009-12-30T00:43:00.000-07:00

Happy New Year's to all our

Wonderful Customers and Friends!

Hope you had a fantastic Christmas. Thank you for your support, patronage, and kind words this past year.

To finish off an amazing 2009, we have a fabulous clock on sale.

Red, 30 inches, 30 Dollars. Who can beat that? AMAZING!

Also, we have had several LDS wards approach us about YW charms for the new year. If you are interested, let us know!

Our Valentine's Charm Designs are almost done and will be featured in next week's blog.

BTW, if you ever want a product, we will find it for you, just let us know, all at unbeatable prices. Did you know that we can special order furniture at low, low wholesale prices? Most national brands for less!

Last but not least: Since so many have asked about my German traditions, here are some interesting fun facts:

New Year's:

Name: Silvester after Pope Sylvester who was pope from 314 to 335 AD.

Did you know? New Year's was originally not celebrated on Jan 1st, but on March 25 which is annunciaton day. Not until 1582 was New Year's celebrated on the 1st of Jan in parts of Europe but in some protestant parts of Germany it was not adapted until the 1700s, in Britain 1751 and Russia waited until 1918. Pretty cool!

Most loved custom: Lead pouring. You melt lead in a spoon (usually over a candle, but my husband is too impatient and uses a blow torch :). Once melted, drop the liquid metal in water, all present interpret what shape it is. Each shape has a fortune attached which becomes the fortune for the new year.

We do this every year, at our New Year's party. Always a huge hit, especially with our pyromaniac friends!

Craziest superstition: Don't have any wet laundry around the house or else someone dear will pass away the next year. As hard as I try to ignore this, years of indoctrination assure that my laundry is always dry on New Year's. What can I say?

Why all the loud noise (think noise makers, firecrackers, etc.)? To chase out evil spirits. Are there any left after all the racket of all these years?

From our house to yours: Happy New Year's!

Hope to see you soon!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
801.380.2100
Hours: Wed-Sat 10-6

30% OFF one non-sale and non-furniture item!

2009-12-22T22:02:00.000-07:00

Hello and Merry Christmas!

Looks like we will have snow this year. I just love looking at the beautiful Utah mountains and landscape.

First, thanks to all our loyal and super friendly customers. Our first year has been a success and we have you to thank for it. We appreciate your support and wish you the merriest of all Christmasses!

This week, is super easy! We are only open Wednesday - all day - and Thursday until 3pm.

After that, our sweet employees will have some great family time!

What are our specials this week? You pick!

We are offering 30% OFF any one item of your choice (Sorry, sales and furniture excluded).

Also, we have ALL our Christmas Charms for sale fo $5.00. Need a last minute gift idea? This is it. We also have initial necklaces for $5.00 including the rhinestone initial. This will give you a great gift for a mere $10.00 that looks thrice the price. Pretty cool!

Last but not least, all Christmas items are on clearance at 50% OFF, this week and next!

How fun, come and shop!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003

Need to call? 801.380.2100 or 801.763.0888.

Huge Pre-Christmas Sale: 30" Clock, Family Tree, Christmas Plaques, Christmas Charms

2009-12-15T19:26:00.000-07:00

Dear Everyone!

We wish you the merriest of pre-Christmas times! Hope your preparations are going well and you are enjoying the snow.

One week to Christmas, wow, lot's more shopping to do, at least in our house.

To make your search a little easier, here are some great sales:

30" Clock is only $30.00 this week on our Super Special.

This is one of our most popular designs, it is truly stunning in real life, get yours before they are gone!

They Wholesale for $50.00, you are getting them retail for $30.00

These are the huge, over the fireplace or in a two story entry clocks!

Next, we have had so much interest in our super cool, gorgeous family tree, that we are putting it on special again this week for the last time. It is big, big, big, comes with 8 picture frames, is handcrafted and truly a piece of beauty. Imagine all the grandkids on one tree!

A very special gift! $65.00

We have been asked about neighborhood gifts.

These plaques below are so cute, have sold very well and we are putting them on sale, half off!

Only $2.50 per piece! Wow! What an awesome gift! (8.25"x4.5")

Last but not least, our Christmas Charms have been our best sellers this season.

You can snatch yours this week for $10.00 all sizes.

Don't wait, they are almost gone.

We have tons of amazing designs,

anything from vintage Santas, to ATC, angels, nativity, words, you name it!

Below is just a small sampling!

BTW, we still take custom orders until the 19th to be ready for Christmas.

One of our favorites so far:

A Lady brought in a Vintage Family Picture, with a picture of the script of an old family bible on the back.

So cool, let your imagination roam, we will help you make your designs become reality.

Have a wonderful week!

Hope to see you at the store:

Wed-Fri 10-6

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84003

801.763.0888

801.380.2100

23" Vintage Clock $20.00 and Soldered Christmas Charms

2009-12-09T16:10:00.002-07:00

We have a wonderful sale this week:

This amazing 23" clock is only $20.00. Come and grab yours before they are gone.

Also, one of our most popular sales of the year has been the Christmas charm sale. So, we will give you another chance to get yours. We have so many beautiful and fun designs. Too many to list but here is a sampling. Little charms are $9.00 and big ones are $10.00. While supplies last!

Adventcalendar Special $10.00; 25% OFF one Christmas Item, Battlecreek Boutique

2009-12-01T22:08:00.000-07:00

Hope your Thanksgiving was fantastic! We sure had a great time with our family and friends.

What's new? It is Advent :) In Germany, the time before Christmas is celebrated almost as much as Christmas itself. My favorite thing? Too many to count, the Christkindlmarkt (Christmas Market), the cookies, Advent celebrations each Sunday, real candles on the Christmas tree (and the occasional fire), making straw ornaments, St. Nicklaus, and my personal favorite: my mom reading a Christmas story each night by candle light. What are your favorite memories?

Speaking of Christmas, we have such a cute special this week:

Adventscalendars in the form of elves for only $10.00. They are so cute and everyone who has taken them home loves their new family members. Stuff them with little candies, presents, stories, scriptures, service ideas, anything you can think of to count down to Christmas. Wow, so cute!

Also, take 25% OFF one Christmas Item, this week only!

Last but not least, you can find us at the Battlecreek Boutique this week. Come check us out and enjoy all the great items and fun vendors!

See you at the store Wed-Sat 10-6. 10803 N Alpine HWY, Highland, UT, 801.763.0888

Black Friday / Saturday Super Sale!

2009-11-23T23:37:00.003-07:00

Happy Thanksgiving to all our wonderful customers. We are truly grateful for all of you and for your patronage and friendly faces this past year.

To show our appreciation, let us quickly share our super specials, available only, this Friday and Saturday 10-6.

Starting small! We had such success with our last Christmas Charm sale, that we are holding another one, one last time.

Get them for $7.00 per charm, cutest ones around! We have lots and lots of designs, come pick your favorite! BTW, Twilight charms are still hot, get those, too! :)

Next, we are staying in the seven dollar range. Can you believe these clocks? Only $7.50. There is a store literally around the corner from us which sells them for $27.00. Wow what a great deal. We have got several designs. Uses: many, many, wall, on easel, you name it. Our favorite? A lady bought 50 and decorated the most adroable tree for the festival of trees.

What's next? We have sold quite a few Christmas items, yet there is still time, we got more! One of our great, great sellers? These cute plaques. They are only $3.50 this week! Make awesome neighborhood or VT gifts, great in wreaths, garlands and on trees. Or just as a reminder some where, how lucky we are to be able to celebrate Christmas.

We got the cutest frames in, gigantic really, just one of them. They are only $15.00 on Friday and Saturday, more than half off of our the least expensive price we found in Utah.

We have never had a sale like this before! And we have never had a clock this low! Not one of the big ones, but here it is: The all-time and only-time low prices of $23.00 for a huge, huge 30" clock. Don't miss it, they won't last!

We got cool picture frames, fun decoratins, great harms and jewelry, something for every taste. One thing we just got in and we predict it will be a best seller. It is huge over 42", holds picture frames (included) to showcase your entire family tree and is handmade!

This is a really nice gift, everyone would love to have - Spoil yourself too! Only: $65.00

Last but not least, everyone, come and mention this email and you will get an automatice 30% OFF one item(of our already low, low prices) and buy what you want! (Furniture and Sales Items Excluded)

Again, we wish you a happy Thanksgiving and cannot wait to see you Saturday or Sunday!

Please note: In order to enable our Anna & Rose team members to spend time with family and prepare for the holiday, we will be closed Wednesday and Thursday (25+26 November, 2009).

See you Friday and Saturday 10-6

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84003

801.763.0888

30" Cafe des Marguerites Clock 75% OFF, Twilight Charms, Inspring Thanksgiving Table Settings and Recipes

2009-11-17T23:42:00.001-07:00

75% OFF of our super popular Cafe des Marguerites Clock; Twilight Charms and Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas Enjoy!

First of, the sale item of the week is our super popular 30" Cafe des Marguerites Clock. This thing is gigantic, fits any decor and has been one of our best-sellers. Simply stunning. (The picture features the clock on an easel, however, the clock is equipped to hang on any wall and of course it is fully functional). Get yours now, this week only $30.00 which is 75% OFF retail. Wow!

New Moon is coming out and we are LOVING TWILIGHT charms!

Get yours for only $10.00 at the store this week. They are so cute! Double bevel, glitter, just charming! We have them in Team Edward, Team Jacob, Real Man Sparkle, Bitten, and others.

Oh Sweet Sadie and Holy Cow Boutique, 18-21 November, 2009!

2009-11-17T09:17:00.000-07:00

We will be at Two Boutiques this Week 18-21 November, 2009!
Both of these boutiques are fantastic and full of fun vendors. Come and check us out there! Or visit us at our store at:
Anna and Rose, Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84004
Wed-Sat 10-6
Phone: 801.763.0888

No Sign, Amazing Deals!

Oh Sweet Sadie at the SoDa Row in Daybreak

Holy Cow Boutique in Pleasant Grove at the Rec Center

75% OFF frame sale - $9.00 each, Christmas Charms for only $6.00, Chandeliers and Low Cal Salad Dressing

2009-11-10T23:18:00.005-07:00

75% OFF frame sale - $9.00 each, Christmas Charms for only $6.00, Shabby Chic Chandeliers and a Great Low Cal Salad Dressing

Hello, hope you are all doing well. Can you believe this weather? Fantastic! Ok, we have some great deals this week:

This Week's Sale Item:

1. We have this super cute frame on sale this week. People have been buying them up like a storm, they make such great gifts! Stock up for Christmas, baby and wedding showers, birthdays, or "just because" gifts. They wholesale for $20.00, retail for twice that (no kidding) and we are selling them this week for $10.00. Wow! What a great deal! 75% OFF. The actual frame is even more stunning in person, while supplies last.

Christmas Charms:

We will have all our Christmas charms in by Thursday. Yeah, they are so cute. And a steal! Only $10.00 each, they usually retail for $20.00. On Saturday, you can get them for $6.00 each. Stock up for every member of your family! It is a great gift idea, so cute!

Looking Ahead:

We told you last week about our cute shabby chic bird chandeliers that are coming in. We had quite a few responses asking us to hold one. If you are still intrested, don't miss this chance. We are still taking pre-orders for the incredible price of $125.00. They retail for $200.00 + shipping and are the steal of the century. Focal point for any room, so cute! Reserve yours now!

A Plug for a Cool Product:

Some members of our team went on the HCG diet (we will let you know how that is going). If it works, we will start selling it. Anyway, you are limited to 500 calories a day, which really limits you. So here is a great recipe for just our skinny purposes: Take some mixed greens, grill some chicken, throw in a few extra veggies, chop up some tomatoes, (if you want to cheat, roasted almonds are great) and then spritz, spritz. This Salad Spritzer, tastes great, not like your usual low cal dressings AND it has only 2 calories per serving. What a great thing! Diet saved! Enjoy!

Talk to you next week!

The Anna and Rose Team

50% OFF Large 23" Hotel Westminster Clock, 20% OFF One Item, Chandlier sale!

2009-11-03T05:49:00.003-07:00

Hello everyone!

1. This week, we have a great sale!!!

Our big 23" Hotel Westminster French Vintage Clock is on sale! $22.00, buys you 24 hours of clock glancing bliss. Such a great deal at 50% OFF!

2. Hope you had a great Halloween. We had so much fun, sad it's over. Thank you for coming to the store, trick-or-treating us and being wonderful customers. We appreciate all of you! So, take 20% OFF any one item this week for all email list subscribers, sales and furniture items excluded!

3. Last but not least, looking ahead: We are getting these charming Shabby Chic Bird Chandeliers into the store. These have outsold any other product we have for the past three month on our internet site. They usually retail for $200.00 + shipping. We will have a sale in 3 weeks, when we will give them away for a mere $125.00. If you want one at that price, mark your calendar and send us an email, so we can hold one for you! annaandrose@gmail.com

4. Any special requests for Christmas? Are there any home decor or furniture items that you have seen that are just too expensive? Send us an email with picture and price you saw, we bet we can get it for you for much, much less! Please, keep in mind deliver times!

5. You can find us in Highland, at 10803 N Alpine HWY. We are in a house, no sign just great deals. Wholesale every day! Looking forward to seeing you this week!

56% OFF Live Laugh Love Frame Sale, 20% OFF Christmas Decor, $5.00 Halloween Charms!

2009-10-28T09:08:00.001-06:00

1. This week we have tons of exciting specials. Our super, super special is our super, super popular Live Laugh Love frame. It outsold our most liberal expectations and can be yours this week only for a mere $20.00 (while supplies last). The frames retail between $45.00 and $60.00 and make a charming gift. Stock up for your weddings, Christmas, showers, home warming parties, just to say "thinking about you" to a very special friend OR keep it for yourself! Can't wait to see you in the store this week. Wed - Sat 10-6. Remember, we no longer have a sign due the Highland City regulations, but we are alive and kicking. Come find us conveniently located on 10803 N Alpine HWY, Highland, UT 84004.

2. We already got quite a bit of Christmas decor in. Come check it out, take 20% off any one Christmas item. HoHoHo.

3. Trick or Treat is around the corner. October almost over? Yes, don't despair, we have some great specials for you! Our Halloween charms are a hit. For those of you who have been waiting, this week they are only $5.00. On Halloween, come in for a little trick-or-treat, kids and all and 30% OFF, one non-sale item, excl. furniture.

4. What a storm, can you believe it? Cold but very pretty. Came by a beautiful honey locust tree today, it was dusted with white. The colors complemented each other beautifully. Just had to share, although the picture does it no justice! Photo by: Lynn Wisinski.

30" Red Vintage Clock, 71% off, Pumpkin Chocolate Bread to die for and Battlecreek Boutique!

2009-10-19T21:46:00.009-06:00

Happy Fall Everyone!

1. This week's sale is fantastic, don't miss it. We are selling this gigantic 30" Red French Vintage Gallery Clock for $35.00, while supplies last. It retails for $120.00Wow You are saving a wopping 71%!!! This is way less than wholesale, way, way less than retail and all around a great deal. Snatch yours while you can!

2. Pumpkin Month has arrived. When I first moved to the US, I could not believe that all this great pumpkin stuff gets thrown away. So I went on a search for great recipes and have been a fan of pumpkin ever since. Here is one of my favorite ones! Pumpkin-Chocolate-Chip Bread. I made some tonight and it was gone within minutes. You've gotta try it, it is just like the Great Harvest bread. SOOOOOOOO good!

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

2 1/2 c. white flour
1 c. whole wheat flour
3 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. salt
16 oz. cooked or canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
1 c. oil
4 eggs, beaten lightly
2/3 c. water
1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 2 (9x5 inch) loaf pans, or 3 (8x4 inch) loaf pans, (I used about 6 2x4'ish loaf pans (only bake these for 30 minutes) + 1 8x4). Mix flours, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a bowl; set aside. Mix pumpkin, eggs, water, oil, and 2/3 c. water and stir into dry ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips. Place batter in prepaired pans. Bake 60-70 minutes (only 30 for the small ones) until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Note: I did not use wheat flower, only white, it turned out great! Kids and neighbors are begging for more!

3. We will be at the Battlecreek Boutique at the old Pleasant Grove req center. This is a great show with lots of fun vendors and of course those awesome buns! We will have two booth, one with home decor and one with wonderful yet super well priced jewelry, charms and girly stuff. Great coats, cell phone charms, you know a little bit of bling. All brand new, never before seen merchandise. Come and check it out.

Have a happy week!

2009-10-13T22:12:00.006-06:00

Don't you just love fall? We are enjoying the beautiful colors on the mountains!

News for the week:

1. Sale of the week, our beautiful 4 candle candelabra. It wholesales for $36.00 which makes it a whopping $75.00 retail. Unbelievably, we have it on sale this week for a mere $25.00 (while supplies last). Great decorating piece for holidays and every day alike, indoors and outdoors. You will love it!

2. Highland city took our every so small signs down. They have an insane sign policy contrary to any common sense and commerce. Be that as it may, we are not closing, so don't be dismayed, just look a little harder for us! :)

3. Go to our blog at http://annaandrose.blogspot.com/2009/09/halloween-decor-inspiration-and-ideas.html and check our our Halloween and Fall Decor slide show. So many great ideas, so little time! Send us yours if you like, we would love to see them and publish them!

4. Tip for UEA: Wanna stay close to home? Here is one of our favorite fall activities: Go up to Sundance, take the ski lift up, have a picnic. For those of you who are super adventurous, you may want to hike over to Stewart Falls, for those who want to take it easier, hike back down or take the ski lift back down. This is such a fun fall activity for the entire family; the leaves are just gorgeous this time of year! Don't miss it, it is over in a snap!

Hope to see you at the store!

Anna $ Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY (5300 W)
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
Wed-Sat 10-6

Picture Frame Sale $10.00, This Week Only! Retail $30.00; 20% off remaining Halloween Decor, Art Market SLC

2009-10-05T22:04:00.004-06:00

Hello Everyone!

This week, we have a few items of interest:

1. Our $10.00, save 66% Picture Frame Sale:

We had some super successful shows and are now in the process of getting ready for Christmas. You should too with our stylish black frames!

This week, we have an amazing picture frame sale. They are classy, beautiful, simply splendid. Don't believe us? All the other stores think so and price theirs for $30.00. OURS? For a mere $10.00 you can snatch them at Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique until the end of the week. They are versatile, substantial, high quality and match ANY style. Use them in your Halloween Decor, on your coffee table, wall, best yet, stock up for Christmas and weddings. And just FYI, they are way more impressive in real life than in the pictures.

What a stylish gift for so little! What are you waiting for? We cannot wait to see you!

2. Halloween Items, 20% off Sale:

We have busily sold most of our cute Halloween decor and charms. This week, get 20% off on all our remaining Halloween inventory, excluding Halloween charms. You should check out the charms though, they are so, so cute!

3. We will be at the Art Market in SLC, selling handmade vintage soldered charms!

We have charms in every variety, color and attitude. Super cute Halloween charms, sassy charms, monograms, German glass glitter and charming charms for your little girl or a favorite bracelet. For all of those who have never attended Art Market, it is a must visit event!!! So many fun vendors, very different from many of the other craft shows. Sum it up: FUN, CREATIVE, UNIQUE, BEAUTIFUL, ART!

Hope to see you at the store, at the market or BOTH :)

Anna & Rose
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
801.380.2100

This week's sale! Large 23" Vintage Clock $20.00!

2009-09-22T06:49:00.008-06:00

So fun! Check out this incredible item. This week only $20.00. What do we love about it?

Well, for one, it is absolutely gorgeous. Plus, the lowest you can find this anywhere else is $45.00, we know of some very fine stores where the clock sells for $75.00. It is big and makes a statement. No one will ever know how little you paid :)

Stock up for Christmas, weddings and best of all, this can be used in a very unique and chic way in your Halloween Decor while converting to "normal" life right after all the fun has passed.

Can't wait to see you!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N Alpine HWY
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
Wed - Sat 10-6
annaandrose.com

Can't come by? Email us and we will arrange shipping!

Holy Cow Boutique This Week! 9/23-0/26, 2009

2009-09-22T06:49:00.002-06:00

Come visit us at the Holy Cow Boutique. This week at the PG Rec center 65 East 200 South in Pleasant Grove. Great vendors, great deals and FANTASTIC cinnamon rolls. Don't miss it!

Halloween Decor Inspiration and Ideas!

2009-09-18T07:08:00.004-06:00

Click on the slideshow to enlarge images. Enjoy!

Oh Sweet Sadie

2009-09-15T15:34:00.004-06:00

This week, we will be once again at OH SWEET SADIE! Come check us out, this show gets bigger each time and is filled with fun and modern stuff!

Snag this amazing shabby picture frame -- this week only $20.00!

2009-09-09T20:09:00.005-06:00

After an amazing summer break, we are back!

As always we have an incredible deal for you this week only (until 12 Sep 09) 6:00 pm. This super cute and quite substantial picture frame sells anywhere in the valley for $50.00-$75.00. Not at Anna and Rose Wholesale Boutique. Get it for a mere $20.00 while supplies last. You cannot even get a price like this wholesale. Frame size 18" high x 15" wide.

Can't wait to see you!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique

10803 N Alpine HWY

Highland, UT 84003

801.763.0888

Wed - Sat 10-6

annaandrose.com

Can't come by? Email us and we will arrange shipping!

15% all items Spring Sale Fri & Satruday and 2 More Amazing Shows this Weekend!

2009-04-23T11:28:00.009-06:00

First of, we are having a huge Spring Sale at the store: 15% off all our wholesale items for Friday and Saturday (except furniture). Come and join us!

Anna & Rose Wholesale Boutique
10803 N 5300 W (Alpine HWY)
Highland, UT 84003
801.763.0888
801.380.2100

Also, this weekend, we are at BATTLECREEK BOUTIQUE in Pleasant Grove, and at OH SWEET SADIE in Daybreak. Come check out our show specials and the other great vendors.

Show Special:

Vintage Embossed Picture Frames: Special Price $9.00 Retail: $21.00

Candelabra: Our prices: $25.00 Retail: $90.00 Believe it! What is so cool about this candelabra, that it is so versatile. You can use it during any season, outside or in, hanging or standing. Absolutely gorgeous!

No more specials at the show? Come to the store and we will fix you up. Sorry, no coupons or additional discounts on the show specials!

Two Shows This Weekend!

2009-04-13T12:20:00.009-06:00

We continue our busy show schedule. Check us out this week at Oh Sweet Sadie and Sweet Tweets! Both places have fun, fun vendors and a special flair. Come and join us!

April Fools!

2009-04-01T20:48:00.007-06:00

Today was fun. I love April Fool's Day. Small holiday, big laughs :) Except the laughs were on us. Little Mister taped the sprayer on the sink, so when I made him his after school snack, I showered the kitchen and myself instead. We got Little Mister back though, but our joke on the girls flopped. We felt rather deflated. We had put Easter egg dye in their faucets. When we tried it, it worked like a charm and we only saw pink. BUT when we sent them to brush their teeth, nothing except regular plain old water came out. Oh well, you can't win them all.

What did we do for Little Mister?

We made "Spaghetti." When he asked what we were having for dinner, he was not excited. We just had it last night and he is a meat and potato kind a guy. Anyhow, when I presented him with the Spaghetti, he was even less impressed. I had put "Parmesan cheese" on top, which he hates. He did not want to eat at first, but he is such a good little guy, after asking him nicely he decided to eat w/o a fuss. Only it wasn't Spaghetti. We had put vanilla ice cream through a pasta machine, put pureed strawberries on top and sprinkled it with white chocolate shavings. Of course, once he tasted it, he thought it was totally great. The girls enjoyed the treat but did not fall for it (we got them on this a few years ago). Right after he was done with his treat, he asked rather cautiously, "are we still having spaghetti for dinner." He was delighted that I had made a roast with cheesy rice and broccoli. Perfect day for him!

Post Script:

Right after publishing this, Medium Miss asked me to take her to bed. When I entered her room I was doused with water courtesy of a delicately placed cup on top of her door. I had to laugh so hard, I cried. I really didn't expect it. It made her happy, which made me even happier. Soon after, on a urgent trip to..., I ran into the bathroom doorway that was taped shut with cellophane, craftily placed by Big Miss. All of us were laying on the floor laughing. I love days like these...

More Easter Decor Ideas!

2009-03-31T00:15:00.003-06:00

Here are some of the fun ideas I promised. To make this post not too long, please click through the slide show on the right! If you click on the image, it will enlarge!

Easter Traditions and Decor

2009-03-30T23:14:00.009-06:00

They are really serious about Easter in this quaint German Town!

Notice the hundreds of eggs in the tree!

Fountain all decked out!

Ok, I am the first to admit: I had it with the snow, no more, please!!!!! I want spring and bunnies bouncing around my yard, and cheerful children hunting for eggs. Ok, it is not that idyllic around here but hey, one can dream. What I most long for is some flowers and some sun and some color.
I grew up in Germany where Easter is the second biggest holiday of the year. So naturally, Easter is still big in the Osman house. More correctly, Easter has become big in the Osman house! I remember my complete shock when I woke up my first married Easter morning and my husband did not have any presents for me. It is not so much that I am hugely into "stuff," I just had never heard of such a thing. Of course, you give Easter presents! My poor husband was kind of befuddled, he had messed up without even knowing :)

I have two favorite Easter traditions:

1. Blowing out eggs and then decorating them. I remember as a little kid trying to blow them out, being entirely unsuccessful AND getting a headache from my efforts. So my mom had the pleasant task of doing it each year. One year, I tried it again. I had not only grown in stature but also in "Easter egg blowing out" ability. All of a sudden it was so easy and I couldn't imagine ever having a hard time with it.
I wish I still had some of those early eggs, but they are all gone. Two Easters ago though, I got a pleasant surprise and a most cherished possession. My husband's mother Pauline, who is now in her 89 year and has been a great artist her entire life, kept many of the Easter eggs that she had done in the past. My husband's sister, knowing how much I love genuine hand crafted items with meaning, sent them to me. I still cannot believe my luck of getting them; after all, Andy's mother has 7 children, and I am a daughter in-law. No complaints here, though! So what do you do with those eggs? Germans have Easter trees. They find branches with buds that are just about to bloom, usually forsythias, flowering cherries or oftentimes pussy willows. The branches are put into large vases with water, the resulting "Easter Tree" is decorated with the eggs and sometimes Easter bunnies etc. kind of like a Christmas tree. Then as the days go by, the flowers start to bloom and the eggs are nestled amidst the first signs of spring.

I love how they even manage to make a gray house cheerful and inviting!Easter Trees!

2. My other favorite Easter tradition is the Easter fire. It is a huge bonfire that each city puts on. Literally, thousands of people come to attend this event. Traditionally, it was the time when the Christmas trees were burned to celebrate the coming of Spring and the resurrection of Christ. Not sure how many xmas trees are burned these days (although Germans still use mostly fresh ones) but who wants to have a dead tree hanging around for months? However, the fires are still as impressive as those of old, maybe more. They are large, very large. Several stories is not exaggeration and I have fond memories of watching the Easter fire during a chilly evening at the outskirts of town and meeting up with all my friends. In my town, there are two days when everyone is out and about: during the Easter fire and at midnight on Christmas eve. Coincidence? These are also the only two days a year when the people of Happy Town attend church. BTW, I promise, I did not make up that name :)

Of course, all the dashing volunteer firefighters are present as well! Big draw when you are young and live in a small town :)

Be sure to check out the slide show on the left, click on it and the pictures will enlarge. Froehliche Ostern!

When in the heck is Easter?

2009-03-30T23:07:00.003-06:00

Christmas? Easy! Always on the 25th of December in the States, 24th in Europe. But when in the heck is Easter?

When is Easter? (Short answer)
Easter Sunday is the first Sunday after the first full moon after vernal equinox.

When is Easter? (Long answer)
The calculation of Easter is complicated because it is linked to (an inaccurate version of) the Hebrew calendar. Jesus was crucified immediately before the Jewish Passover, which is a celebration of the Exodus from Egypt under Moses. Celebration of Passover started on the 15th day of the (spring) month of Nisan. Jewish months start when the moon is new, therefore the 15th day of the month must be immediately after a full moon. It was therefore decided to make Easter Sunday the first Sunday after the first full moon after vernal equinox. Or more precisely: Easter Sunday is the first Sunday after the "official" full moon on or after the "official" vernal equinox. The official vernal equinox is always 21 March. The official full moon may differ from the real full moon by one or two days. (Note, however, that historically, some countries have used the real (astronomical) full moon instead of the official one when calculating Easter. This was the case, for example, of the German Protestant states, which used the astronomical full moon in the years 1700-1776. A similar practice was used in Sweden in the years 1740-1844 and in Denmark in the 1700s.) The full moon that precedes Easter is called the Paschal full moon.
Two concepts play an important role when calculating the Paschal full moon: The Golden Number and the Epact. They are described in the following sections. The following sections give details about how to calculate the date for Easter. Note, however, that while the Julian calendar was in use, it was customary to use tables rather than calculations to determine Easter. The following sections do mention how to calculate Easter under the Julian calendar, but the reader should be aware that this is an attempt to express in formulas what was originally expressed in tables. The formulas can be taken as a good indication of when Easter was celebrated in the Western Church from approximately the 6th century.

There you have it!

This week: Holy Cow Boutique in Pleasant Grove!

2009-03-26T09:47:00.004-06:00

Come and check us out at the famous Holy Cow Boutique in Pleasant Grove! You will love our items and the other vendors as well! Be sure to pick up a 20% off coupon to be used at the store while you are there. Then, stop by at the store for a chat!

Sweet Tweets Boutique in Lehi

2009-03-18T12:00:00.003-06:00

Hello girls (and guys)!

This week we will be at the Sweet Tweets Boutique in Lehi. Come check us out! It will be in a model home with over 60 vendors and promises to be fantastic. Don't let this opportunity pass by to get in some girl time and bring home some great finds!

Spring Home and Garden Show -- A Success!

2009-03-11T08:44:00.002-06:00

Thank you, thank you for your support! The success of the show exceeded our most hopeful expectations! It was a lot of fun but also very busy. We would love to sleep for the next week BUT we already have a new project. Read above: Project: Home Vignettes! We can't wait to see your ideas!

New Website

2009-03-02T21:55:00.005-07:00

Hello everyone!

Our website is finally done, well almost :). We are still adding products. Come check us out annaandrose.com.

For other exciting news? We will be in the South Towne Expo Center in Sandy, UT this weekend. We are displaying at the Spring & Garden Show. Last time we went the show was a huge success. Come and join us, we'd love to see you!

In other musings... Where is this economy going to end up? The DOW down another 300 today to the lowest levels since 97? Does anyone even remember that? I am worried that we as a country will make smart choices and not spend money like crazy. My son, who is 11, said a couple things to me in the car today. I am thinking, "he is getting it, how come the politicians can't get it?" Not that hard!

Have a great night you guys!

Special of the week! 30" Red Vintage Clock!

2009-02-11T13:55:00.002-07:00

Since Valentine's Day is just around the corner, we have put one of our super popular gigantic RED 30" clocks on sale. How much? A complete bargain! A mere $30.00. These are not the medium ones that you see in so many stores but the huge ones found in model homes. We have a limited quantity so come and get yours before they are gone!

Soldered Vintage Charms! 20% OFF this week!

2009-02-04T11:20:00.007-07:00

We just got the cutest charms and necklaces in. They are wonderful, hand-crafted, high quality and as always: SUPER INEXPENSIVE! All our charms are between $10.00-18.00 compare that to $20.00-$40.00 everywhere else. Who doesn't like that?! You guys have to come and check it out.

THIS WEEK 20% OFF ALL CHARMS!!!!

My favorite? The Bee Charm. Bee in front, President Hinckley's Bs in back. Too cute!

WE ARE OPEN!

2009-02-04T11:17:00.001-07:00

Wow, we are finally open. Not 100% done but good to go for now.

How do you find us?

10803 N Alpine HWY (5400 W), Highland, UT 84003.

Take the Highland/Alpine/Thanksgiving point exit 284 on I-15, go East until you hit Alpine HWY (5400 W). Take a right, third building on the right -- a yellow house with two huge trees in front! It's that easy!

We are open Wed - Sat 10-6.

What's the progress?

2008-12-27T08:13:00.002-07:00

We decided not to open until the new year. I know, I know, Christmas business... but family comes first. Plus, so many of you have stopped by anyway and bought and bought. Thanks for your support!

We had a fabulous Christmas, are getting really close to open and some exciting new products and vendors. I can't wait!

Sale Tomorrow 12/12/08 and Sat 12/13/08

2008-12-11T23:42:00.004-07:00

We are still not done, BUT we are having a sale anyway!

Everyone who comes in gets 10% off the entire purchase and a 25% off coupon for a return purchase. Naturally, as a perfectionist I am nervous, because things are not perfect. What is perfect though are the prices, unbelievably low. We are blowing out the big 30" clocks that you cannot find anywhere for less than $100.00 - $240.00 for $45.00. All the other sales are similar from 30-70% off plus you are getting the 10% discount on top. Wow! Hope to see you there!

Where are we?

2008-12-05T22:48:00.002-07:00

Mentally: Not sure!

Progress: It's coming. We finally got carpet today and lights and sod tomorrow.

Physically: 10803 N Alpine Highway, Highland, UT 84003.

Any signs? Nope Highland city won't allow it; you will just have to find us in a little yellow house by the road.

New products in store!

2008-12-03T10:24:00.002-07:00

Wow, so much to do! We got a huge container with the coolest stuff to sell. We've unloaded for the last two days, 1000s of items. Look at the slide show to get some ideas. The store is stocked to the brim, only problem: we are not open yet. Some of the workers got delayed, we have no carpet or lights as of yet. To top it all off: our advertisement came out 3 days early, sooooooo I hope no one will show up and get locked out. But my friend Dawn had a great idea: I will just put a sign on the door and let people go through the boxes, if they want to.

Also, ohsweetsadie.com just called. I am doing one of their shows this weekend. Very excited, but I just found out about it and I have to go and set up right now. Go check them out on their website. They are a great boutique with tons of different stuff. This week, it will be held at daybreak in 3 beautiful model homes. Don't miss it! Better go, get some stuff done.

Why did we go to China anyway?

2008-11-08T20:06:00.009-07:00

After I tell people a few details about our trip, inevitably the question is posed, "Why did you go anyway?" Aside from having fun?

"To find new products for you guys, bringing you the funnest, newest stuff at wholesale prices. Tashina and I sacrificed ourselves and shopped till we dropped, to give the girls in Utah and Salt Lake Counties (and everywhere) some great bargains. Hey, you can't say we stop short of going the extra mile ;)"

Stay posted, soon we will tell you where and when our new store opens and show you some of the wonderful new products we will offer for our big opening sale!

Two Girls in China -- Going Home!

2008-11-08T20:06:00.001-07:00

Two Girls in China -- Sadly, our last day!

2008-11-08T20:05:00.002-07:00

Two Girls in China -- Hanging out with Tony at the Jewelry Markets

2008-11-08T20:05:00.001-07:00

Two Girls in China -- Beggars

2008-10-29T04:25:00.007-06:00

Today was the saddest part of our journey. The closer we got to the Buddhist temples, the more beggars we encountered. These are not people who are lazy or have nothing better to do. They are truly on the margins of society. We saw children, women and men who were amputees, completely deformed, crippled, burned, or just so old that they could hardly move. Our hearts went out to all of them.

Long ago, I had decided that I will give when I am asked. This was hard to do, there were so many and I did not just want to give money, I also wanted to give a smile or some encouraging gesture. Perhaps I am just fooling myself but I wanted them to see that they matter. I realized that we could give and leave, they however, would receive and stay -- a fate ultimately harder than ours would ever be.

It amazed us how respectful the beggars were. When we came out of the 1st temple onto a large square, one beggar came and since we gave him a little money, ALL the beggars on the square came. They encircled us like a flock of birds. They were so nice: just smiling with heartwarming smiles which communicated an eternal truth: we are all just part of one human race, all trying to survive and making our journey here on earth the best we can. They did not get into our personal space, nor did they pull on us, nor did they make us feel uncomfortable. Not at any moment for instance were we worried that one of them would grab my wallet with all our money. They were happy with receiving whatever we were willing to impart and did not want more than was given. At the end when we had given to and smiled at everyone who was in the large circle around us, I was especially touched by one sweet old lady. She looked quite haggard, ancient really, like an old knotty tree, still standing in spite of the wind, hardly any teeth, clothes in shreds, no worldly possessions and yet this lady touched me deeply. I think that the term lady is the only term befitting her, notwithstanding her appearance, for she had compassion and love for her fellow man. After we were done divvying out to all the beggars she urged us on to come with her. She wanted us to bless her friend's life who could not come to us because his disability and she had taken it upon herself to lead us to him. She wasn't thinking of herself, she wasn't greedy, she was compassionate! There are truly kings and queens among beggars. Another lesson learned!

The other beggar who moved me deeply was a little boy. We found him near Beijing Road which is the main shopping street in Guangzhou. He sat there all by himself on a little platform that had wheels and a box nailed to it for the donations. This little guy was about 7 (my guess), horribly deformed (feet were on backwards) and he had hydrocephalus. He was clearly mentally challenged and his caregivers had pulled down his pants and sawed a hole in the platform so he could relieve himself and they would not have to come all day. Lethargically, he was sucking on some crackers, his eyes were kind of dim. No light in them, no interest for the world. I bent down to put some money in his box when when all of a sudden I realized that he would not benefit from it -- he couldn't with his disabilities. I still donated because I do not know the mentally of people who would put a little child by himself on the street all day long. Perhaps they have no other choice; perhaps by earning his keep it enabled him to secure the little care that he did get. Either way I did not want him to be negatively affected, but I also did not want to walk away without giving to him instead of giving to whoever collected his money. I squatted down beside him and pulled some peanut M&Ms out of my purse. I think in the States you would get arrested for giving candy to a strange kid but in China no one cares. I gave him a M&M and he clearly had no idea what to do with it. It was big and bright and blue. I pulled out another one, put it into my mouth and motioned him to do the same. He sort of spit out his cracker. He was very slow, so the entire thing seemed to happen in slow motion, and then he inserted the blue shape into his mouth. No expression at first, he just started sucking on it, then he chewed and all of a sudden he gave me the biggest smile, blue teeth and all, chocolate squirting out between his teeth. I don't know if he ever had chocolate before but he clearly liked it and it made him very happy. He just couldn't keep from grinning.
As he smiled, the same thing happened that happened when the beggar lady urged us to meet her friend: All of a sudden we could see the little guy's spirit -- who he really was not the deformed body that represents him on this earth. He aroused such compassion in me and I felt a kinship towards him, just one human being to another. It is interesting how we find kindred spirits in the most unlikely of places. Indeed he is a special child, just like all children are.
I am so sorry that I cannot go and care for him often, but I hope that tasting chocolate brightened his day just a bit. I will definitely go and visit him when I am in Guangzhou the next time, only I hope he wont' be there and will have met a better fate replete with peanut M&Ms.

P.S. Dear children, I did not tell you these stories to show how grand I am to donate, it was really nothing, and I do not fool myself into thinking I have made a difference in their lives; although the opposite is true, they made a difference in mine. However, I would like you to have compassion towards those who have less, always. There are many. Whether you will find them in China on a trip half way across the world or right at your school, lonely and without friends. Always give of yourself, that is when miracles happen that is when you can show true compassion that is when you can share one human being to the next, just like our greatest example!

P.P.S. I did not take any pictures of those I described, it did not seem right. The pictures I am posting here are of beggars in Guangzhou, but they are street scenes taken mostly from the car, so you can see for yourself. I think gratitude for our easy and wonderful life is in place.

Two Girls in China -- A Wonderful Day of Sightseeing

2008-10-29T04:24:00.001-06:00

Two Girls in China -- A Wonderful Day of Sightseeing

2008-10-29T04:24:00.000-06:00

Two Girls in China -- Shopping at the Wholesale Jewelry Market

2008-10-29T04:23:00.000-06:00

Two Girls in China -- Shopping at the Wholesale Clothes Market

2008-10-27T18:00:00.004-06:00

We have been looking for the wholesale clothing market for a week. No success. Finally, a girl at the cloth market told me where to go but as of yet, we did not have a chance to. Yesterday, we missed the shuttle to the fair and decided to take the metro instead. The hotel person who spoke little English pointed us into the direction of the metro. We thought we understood and ended up in an underground shopping area instead. Initially we thought it was just a couple of stores on our way to the metro. NOOOOO, it was a huge, two story, underground shopping center with no markings at all upstairs, you would have never known there was even anything down there. Just a stairwell going underground that looks like a nondescript metro entrance or road underpass.

They had the coolest stuff, but many stores kept wanting me to buy a hundred of each. All of a sudden I have an epiphany. Could we have found the clothing wholesale market? Indeed, we stumbled upon it effortless. How funny. Needless to say we never made it to the metro. In the 1.5 hrs we were there we bought so much stuff that we had to go back to the hotel to drop it off. Then we found an English speaker who pointed us to the metro, just a few feet away from the entrance to the market. What luck, we did not have good directions the first time!

Except I think, luck had nothing to do with it!

Two Girls in China -- The Medium Fair

2008-10-27T17:59:00.004-06:00

Two Girls in China -- The Huge Fair

2008-10-27T17:59:00.003-06:00

Two Girls in China -- Moldy Water Part IV

2008-10-27T17:45:00.003-06:00

I sooooooooooooo hoped there would not be a part IV, but alas there is!

Last night Tash and I went out to eat. Western restaurant.

Yummy food, well mostly.

First course, fruit salad. The fruit here is so fresh and ripe and wonderful, I have never loved fruit as much.

Then, an asparagus cream soup with the awesome Chinese rolls that we have come to love. Yummy too!

Main course, interesting potato slices with broccoli and asparagus and fillet of sole in a yogurt, wine sauce (alcohol all cooked out). It looked so good. The potatoes and the veggies and the sauce WERE so good but there was also the sole. We should have thought about it; fish that swims in moldy water probably tastes like moldy water. The first bite, mold pure, I don't think I have ever spit out anything as fast as I did this fish. Tashina looked at me and asked how it was. I told her to just try it. Let's just say we both had the same reaction.

In China you don't send stuff back like here, when something is not ok. We ate our veggies and potatoes and the waitress was completely stumped when she picked up our dishes with the entire serving of fish on it.

Then we ordered western style fried rice. That was not great but eatable, we asked them to leave out the shrimp ;)

Dessert: Chocolate crepes. There too was something wrong but that is because they were fried in oil instead of butter.

Over all pretty good meal but we learned our lesson: No fish in Guangzhou.

P.S. Anyone remember my Bombay Duck experience from last time? Well they apparently cook all the fish half done, because the sole was prepared the same way as the Bombay Duck (which is a fish not a duck). Tastes are different I guess!

Two Girls in China -- Tashina and the Monkey

2008-10-27T17:43:00.002-06:00

We walked along the promenade of the Pearl River when a monkey came along.

Tashina loved it so much and said it was one of the best moments of her life.

Anytime I see my children happy especially over little things, it counts among the best moments of my life.

Two Girls in China -- Moldy Water Part III

2008-10-26T17:05:00.003-06:00

26 October 2008
Tonight we went on a cruise on the pearl river. It was really wonderful! Lights sounds and so much more. We met nice people, had great conversations. The weather is perfect for such an activity. The nights are so warm, a little breeze out on the river is very welcome.
When we crossed the bridge to get on board, we got a sniff of the pearl river. Guess what it smells like? Well, Tash’s question will give it away.
"Mom, is this were they are getting our water from, it smells the same way?"

I hope she is wrong, is all I can say. But I fear our noses and taste buds suggest otherwise.
BTW, we are now in the 3rd place and the water has yet to smell or taste any different.

Two Girls in China -- Moving Day again!

2008-10-26T17:04:00.000-06:00

Two Girls in China -- Outdoor Markets, Fabric Market

2008-10-26T17:00:00.002-06:00

October 26, 2008

Today we went to the fabric market with Laura. Cool place, very well organized and surprisingly clean. The most beautiful fabric. Unfortunately, no tailors on site. Surrounding the market are all sorts of little stands with notions. I found the exact ribbon I was looking for for the store. I could not be any happier. I ordered 2000 yards, can pick it up Tuesday. Also found wonderful appliqués for shirts. They are great. Just got some for the kids but I need to figure out how to use them for the store. They are just too pretty to not share with human kind. We got these cool Mickey and Minnie Mouse ones. They would be so expensive it Disneyland. My dream? Get a contract with them for some t-shirt designs that I have in mind. But I need to settle down. I see all this stuff and have all these ideas what I can do with it. Just need to remember that I am doing home décor and gift items.
We bought some bread from a street vendor. He was pretty clean and the bread was good. It tasted a little like the Indian nan-bread. Very yummy! I am trying to be daring with the food but I am really cautious with the milk and I just heard on TV Asia that they now found melamine in eggs. Will it ever stop? It amazes me that people have no compunction to contaminate food to make a buck. I really think you can tell that they have no understanding of who they are and who their fellow man is. If they only knew of their divine heritage. How can you poison a member of your own royal family? The more I think about it, to know who you are, changes everything! How can you teach that? I will ponder this one some more?

Two Girls in China -- Notebook

2008-10-26T16:57:00.004-06:00

Oct 25, 2008, Saturday
I lost my notebook with all my stuff. Read: 4 days worth of fare going are in there. I am so frustrated. I pray fervently. If I do not find this, it is a big problem, I have all my contacts and orders in there, I basically came for nothing. BUT Heavenly Father comes through for me, as always. I had a distinct impression where to go, got it back. This is China the place is huge, I did not discover its disappearance until the next day. It could have been anywhere, found by anyone.
If there is one legacy I want to leave to my children it is this: I have prayed throughout my journey here on earth and my prayers are answered. While scientifically the existence of God perhaps cannot be ratified, statistically it has been proven in my life. Too many coincidences become proof. I testify that He lives, that He cares, that He loves us, that He wants to be involved in your life as a loving parent, and that you will find the most joy, if you yourself establish a relationship with HIM. It doesn’t matter who you are, what religion you belong to, what you have done. Don’t pray to fulfill a requirement, don’t pray as a task, don’t pray in a form-letter. GO TALK TO HIM!

Two Girls in China -- The "Metro Sniff"

2008-10-26T16:51:00.006-06:00

Today, Friday, October 24, 2008 shall be recorded in the annals of history, as the day when the “metro sniff” was developed. Life in China and elsewhere will never be the same for people who find their olfactory senses challenged. We could say that the “metro sniff” almost, yes folks, almost, advances the well being of this race like the invention of sliced bread. I do believe the metro sniff can mingle with other great inventions like washing machines, dishwashers and the automobile without hanging its head in shame.
You see, people here don’t always smell so good; well that is the understatement of the year. I think when you are in this damp hot climate perhaps you just stop to care, or take it for granted, par for the course to smell a little, you know. And everything does just smell a little warm and damp and not so clean. BUT then there are those who smell a bit more than a bit. Their penetrating stench reaches every corner of your nose, and while you wish the aroma would deaden your senses, it does the opposite. You are even more acutely aware of the unsanitary conditions of your neighbor's body, when he then decides to hold on to the overhead bars and stuff his armpits into your face for added measure. Gagging comes as the natural reaction. For just such a circumstance, we developed the metro sniff. It works like this: Talita puts arm around Tashina, Tashina leans head against Talita’s shoulder and sniffs, Talita leans down onto Tashina’s hair and sniffs. To the world, it seems like a friendly embrace between mother and daughter. However, it is our way of saying, keep your stench to yourself, we’d rather smell each other.
I do wonder if our fellow Chinese have developed a similar tactic to avoid our “smell?"

Two Girls in China -- The Blimp Driver

2008-10-26T16:50:00.003-06:00

A blimp comes by, Tash is intrigued. Mom when we are big (meaning the business) and have a blimp, I will be your blimp driver.
Hon, I don’t think we will have a blimp when we are big.
O that’s too bad, I always wanted to fly one.

Two Girls in China -- Moving Day

2008-10-26T16:50:00.002-06:00

Two Girls in China -- There are no fellow man

2008-10-26T16:49:00.000-06:00

Two Girls in China -- Food

2008-10-26T16:29:00.003-06:00

Wednesday, 22 October 2008
Well that was an adventure today. OK the food at lunch was as bad I remember it from last time and I am not even a picky eater. We had goop with some grease and bad smell sans spices. But we only paid 10 bucks for lunch for 2 incl. drinks. Given that it was at the convention hall, it was a bargain. And folks you have been deceived for years it is all a myth. In an attempt to spice things up I asked for soy sauce. They had never even heard of it. So next time when you get soy sauce at say Panda Express, do not think you are actually eating Chinese food ;)
Now, to be fair, let’s not just concentrate on the negative. There were some things that were great: They have the best candy. Way better than in the US. Not as sweet and totally fruity . Soooooo good, we loved it. Also, they had a lounge with free food for overseas buyers (which we unfortunately did not discover until after lunch). There we had an interesting thing called deep fried pineapple rolls. It is pineapples spears in some sort of tempura like batter that is deep fried. They were kind of cold but really good otherwise. Also at the lounge, we had the best butter cookies ever, even better than in Austria. Seriously, that’s a feat! Another thing that is fantastic is their bananas. I thought bananas all tasted the same. But the one we had was the yummiest ever, flavor that burst in your mouth, not mushy, not hard, not too sweet, not too tart, it was perfect. But the best thing is their citrus fruit and the mango juice we had a lunch. The citrus stuff does not look too appetizing to be sure. No Florida Citrus Growers coloration in China. They had weird brown spots and looked not at all ready for commercial consumption if you know what I mean, maybe you could say someone pulled them off their own trees in the back yard. But they tasted soooooo good. No seeds, pungent flavor, firm but soft at the same time. They gave us oranges, mandarin oranges and tiny things that I had never seen before, smaller than a ping pong ball, maybe as big as an oversized marble. Yum , they were good. After discovering them, we stocked up and we now have a ready supply in my purse. Last but not least came the mango juice that Tash ordered for lunch. They took a whole mango, added ice and blended it. That’s it. It was so good and refreshing, again not too sweet. I love that about the Chinese food in this area, they seem to know just the right balance of sweet.

Two girls in China -- more Water news!

2008-10-26T09:52:00.001-06:00

Anyone who knows me at all, knows that Talita needs a bath once in a while no matter what. Bathing soothes my soul and my body, washes away all the excess, leaving Talita essence into which I need to dip to recover my strength. So it was, the first morning after we arrived. Only problem, we still have moldy water which we discovered was a nice sunshiny yellow on top of it. Drawing upon my background knowledge I acquired in Kindergarten, I reasoned that adding some bath foam of a certain color to my water would react with the yellow , creating a nice saturated green color. It worked, the bath was beautiful, in fact I delighted in the contrast of white tub, dark granite and green water with some happy foam clouds bobbing on the surface. Now I only needed to forget the smell. Easily done, I do have imagination. I told Tashina that the people here probably don’t even realize it anymore and smelling it after perhaps not having had the chance to do so for a while conjures up happy childhood memories, similar to the feelings the fragrance a Thanksgiving turkey invokes in us. Well perhaps, we are stretching things here a bit but we decided to take this approach anyway. Moldy smell is now a positive! It could be, right?
While I am luxuriating in my bath, it comes time to wash my hair. The shampoo does its trick, washes away the airport grime out of my brown locks but unfortunately also bleaches the beautiful green color out of the tub, leaving me with…, well never mind. At that moment Tashina steps in and the following dialogue ensues:
Mom, your water is very yellow.
Yes, I am trying to forget that.
Mom, your water looks like pee.
I am trying to forget that too, thanks for letting me.
You are welcome.
Ah, the joys of overseas travel…

Who is this for anyways?

2008-10-26T09:50:00.000-06:00

Anyone invited. Though I am trying to reach the other side of my heart. Most of it was left home, when I journeyed. Andy, Mikki, Caelan, you will never know how much I love you. Just my way of sharing, while our bodies are far. Tashina too misses you. We will see where it goes from here. xoxo Tali

Two Girls in China -- The Dong Fang Hotel and It's Water Issues

2008-10-23T06:28:00.010-06:00

Ok, as promised, let's talk about the hotel. First, it is really nice. We got here safely and happily at about 1 am on the 22nd. We had left Utah on the 20 at 11 am. We felt tired but empowered especially since we took a real Chinese bus to the hotel instead of a private cab. We were the only westerners on board; it was fun to feel a bit integrated. Our room was ready and other than sleeping we had only one goal and that was to eat a snack, Tash and I were starving. No problem, after all we are armed with a suitcase of cup 'o noddles. Tash set out to accomplish the task, put water in the water cooker and off it went. After the water got cooked Tash was ready to pour when she noticed the water smelled moldy. Now I would like to put this into perspective for you, ok?! It wasn't a slight smell of mold nor our imagination playing a trick on our overly sensitive noses. It was outright, smack in your face, deep down, bolder than bold mold. The kind I have never experienced. Well, we know what to do, we call the concierge, get a new cooker because naturally the cooker must be at fault and start the process anew. Only, when we were just about to pour more water into the water cooker, we noticed it wasn't the cooker, the stuff came out of the faucet that way. Gross! Now I know why the Marriott where we stayed last time made such a big deal out of having a facility wide water-filtration system. Sure could use one here!

How did the story end? We used our hotel-provided water bottles and still got a dose of cup 'noodles.

There was only one worry and for me this was huge and occupied me the entire night, how am I going to take a shower in the morning?

Two Girls in China -- Getting There

2008-10-21T18:51:00.000-06:00

Here we are! Guangzhou, China. Wow, what a place!
Yesterday, we traveled for a total of about 24 hrs half-way around the globe. Crossing the international dateline actually made us lose a day. I can now say that I never fully experienced the 20 + 21 Oct, 2008. At least not measured in dates. Measured in impressions, it is a whole different story.

Flight: good but very long

Airplane food: forgettable but we didn't die

Airplane space: I can so relate to sardines now. And... you probably didn't want to know that but for the first time in my life, I well let's just say didn't keep my food down on a plane. Just ghastly!

Airplane seat neighbors: pretty nice actually, a definite highlight. A cute Philippino lady who just had knee surgery and asked me the entire time to do stuff for her. I was really happy to help her out and I thought it was so great, that she would freely ask. She was kind and had a cute smile and she smelled so good... some kind of shower gel she must use. Then a couple who lives in Boston and went back to their hometown Guangzhou for the first time in 10 years. And of course, the absolute highlight, my sweet Tashina by my side. What a treat it is to have her!

Restrooms at the Tokyo Airport: It seems weird to have a special section for that but the toilets are incredible. They have buttons for water squirting out in different directions, buttons for sounds and buttons for smells. Very interesting!

Acquaintances: Met super nice people from Spokane who are doing the same thing I am doing.

Hotel: Nice, Dong Fang Hotel, Guangzhou, China. This hotel is beautiful in so many ways but we have a water issue. More of that later. For now, we are just so glad we are here.