Holiday Boutique Exhibitor Spotlight: RockHill Designs

We're thrilled to have RockHill Designs joining us at this year's Holiday Boutique. This family owned business offers fun and fabulous handcrafted jewelry and accessories in a variety of unique styles. Their pieces are made with sterling silver, genuine stones, leather, and fresh water pearls.

Lynette Novak, the talent behind RockHill Designs started making jewelry over 20 years ago, and aims to create, design, or discover the most beautiful, high quality, perfect pieces to be worn with your favorite pair of jeans or dressed up for a night on the town. Stop by Booth 918 to see the cute items she's brought to the show.

But before you visit RockHill Designs at the Overland Park Convention Center, check out our brief interview below and get to know this small business a little better.

Please describe your products.

"Sterling silver, leather, pearls, and semi-precious stone jewelry, all handcrafted with care. Designs are fresh, unique, some with very limited availability."

What's your price range?

$$ -- $20-$50

What are your featured items?

"We will have a different show special each day - so stop by and check it out!"

 Why would your products make the perfect holiday gift?

"Jewelry is the perfect expression of one's style and the women on your list would be thrilled to receive something handmade and of high quality!"

What is your favorite part of the Holiday Boutique?

"Shopping!"

Is there any additional info you think folks should know about your company?

"Our family business opened in July of 2009. We know we couldn't do what we love without our awesome customers and their support of small business - thank you!"

The Holiday Boutique takes over the Overland Park Convention Center November 19-22, 2015. With hundreds of local and national exhibitors showcasing the latest in home decor, fashion, accessories, gourmet food, and more, you're sure to find something for everyone on your list - plus a thing or two for yourself!

Ticket Deal Alert! Buy your tickets to the Holiday Boutique in advance to SAVE! When you visit us on Facebook you can get 2 tickets for the price of 1! Skip the box office lines and save big on tickets - it doesn't get much better than that.

OVERLAND PARK CONVENTION CENTER
NOVEMBER 19-22, 2015.

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Holiday Boutique Exhibitor Spotlight: Sapahn

We're thrilled to have Sapahn once again joining us at the Holiday Boutique. Sapahn, the Thai word for bridge, is the perfect way to describe this company. They set out to connect place, ideas, traditions, and people with the goal of creating sustainable economic opportunities.

Sapahn works face-to-face with artisans, in their communities, to ensure that their investments directly benefit the people who need it most. Through their work with artists in Burma and Thailand, they've learned that beautiful things can do something beautiful.

Make sure to visit this ethical fashion company in Booth #702 at the Holiday Boutique. But before you discover the gorgeous products they're bringing to the show, get to know them a little better in our interview below.

Describe your products.

"Beautiful things doing beautiful things. An artisan collection of high-artistic standard and beauty. We bridge the gap by connecting artisans' handcrafted collections with customers who want their beautiful things to do beautiful things. Collection includes premium leather handbags and wallets, 100% pure silk scarves, silver jewelry, and more."

What is your price range?

$$$ -- $50-$100

Will you have any featured items or show specials?

"Tell us that you love ethical fashion and receive $20 off your purchase over $100."

Why would your product or service make the perfect holiday gift?

"Sapahn is a bridge. A bridge of people, craft, and stories. Stories evoke emotions. They invite people into a relationship beyond consumption. Giving a Sapahn gift is more than a beautiful, find-crafted piece of work. It is a vote of confidence for changing the way business is done - putting people and human rights first."

What is your favorite part about the Holiday Boutique?

"Talking with customers!"

Is there any additional information about your company you think folks should know?

"Founder, Brooke Mullen, lives and works alongside artisans from nine various communities throughout Thailand, each year designing and creation nine new collections. Come by Booth #702 to meet her and learn about the new collection from mud scarves to how silk is crafted. With over 200 new products and prices starting at $20, there is something for everyone!"

The Holiday Boutique takes over the Overland Park Convention Center November 19-22, 2015. With hundreds of local and national retailers bringing the hottest trends in fashion, decor, gourmet foods, and more it's the place to find something for everyone on your holiday list - and a thing or two for yourself! 

Don't have tickets yet? Get 2-for-1 when you connect with Holiday Boutique on Facebook. Treat your BFF to the show - that's already one present bought this year!

OVERLAND PARK CONVENTION CENTER
NOVEMBER 19-22, 2015.

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Ready, Set, Shop: Smoothies To Help You Survive Holiday Shopping

Retailers all over North America are having their biggest sales of the year this weekend. Although many stores are generously staying closed for Thanksgiving Day itself, this positive shift in priorities is not expected to take away from the madness that is Black Friday. If you’re planning on hitting the sales with the best of them, then you’ve got to be prepared – and no, we’re not just talking about wearing comfortable shoes. Shopping in that kind of environment with such a high volume of eager consumers requires some serious stamina and dedication. You’ve got to be ready to run, jump, and stand for hours on end. To help keep you in top physical and festive shape for tomorrow, we’ve got a list of holiday smoothies for you to try. Get your blend on first thing tomorrow and enjoy these seasonal, healthy beverages that are sure to help keep you going from morning to night.

1. Sugar Cookie Protein Shake - You'll be glad you had this smoothie when you see a pair of shoes at 40% off that you've got to have...and they're the last ones on the shelf!

Image via Complete Recipes (provided by DolceLover)

2. Dairy-Free Eggnog Protein Shake - Have a dairy allergy? We've got you covered. Get the protein you need without feeling sick.

Image via Undressed Skeleton

3. Pumpkin Nog - This beverage is less of a meal replacer, but it's very tasty and full of fiber and vitamin A.

Image via The Green Forks

4. Cranberry & Rosemary Juice - Getting up really early in the morning (way earlier than you're used to) and drinking something viscous doesn't agree with everyone. And that's ok. So we included this delicious and powerful cranberry juice. Chalk full of vitamin C and antioxidants it'll keep you going all day.

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Vegan & Gluten-Free

5. Peppermint Hot Chocolate - Although this is more a treat and less of a smoothie, it is vegan and gluten-free so we thought it was a good idea to keep it on the list. Make a batch early in the morning, throw it in a thermos, and take it to go. We think it'd be perfect for a late afternoon pick-me-up as the day begins to wear on you.

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Vegan & Gluten-Free

6. Gingerbread Smoothie - Loads of vitamins, vegetables, and protein. Tastes just like a cookie. What an amazing way to start a day of holiday shopping!

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Vegan Modifications Available

If you're getting up early for Black Friday shopping, we've got to ask: how early is early? Who are you buying for? Will you get the majority of your gifts at these sales? Let us know below!

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