Hope for the Holidays November 18, 2011 - FEATURED VENDORS

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR FEATURED VENDORS WHO PARTICIPATED IN OUR HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS 2011 EVENT! IT WAS SUCH A FUN-FILLED NIGHT!
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Pettigrew Associates - Featured Venue hosting the upcoming Hope for the Holidays Event!!
Thank you to Pettigrew Associates, our featured HOST VENUE of the Hope for the Holidays event, November 18, 2011, taking place at their amazing design showroom in the Dallas Design district!  Pettigrew Associates has over 60 years of service offering fine furniture, custom lighting, fabrics, wall coverings, decorative accessories and more selected from the most exclusive markets of Europe and Asia. For more information about the services offered by Pettigrew Associates, please visit their website at www.pettigrew-usa.com or email ryan@pettigrew-usa.com.  
Forever Christmas by Chelsea (Chelsea's Santas) - featured vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
Since childhood Forever Christmas by Chelsea creator, Chelsea Fair, has been in love with the magic of Christmas. She has recreated that smae magical feeling for everyone with her Old World Santas.  Chelsea is an internationally known artisan who has designed and handmade her Santas for Neiman Marcus, Neiman Marcus Catalog, Horchow, Sak's 5th Avenue, Bloomingdale's, Fortum & Mason and the "Who's Who" of high-end retail. For more information about Forever Christmas by Chelsea please visit her website at www.chelseasantas.com.
EJ Interiors - Full service Interior Design Firm, Material Girls Blog
Led by Dallas-based interior designer, Emily Johnston Larkin – EJ Interiors is a full-service interior design firm dedicated to helping individuals and businesses create captivating and inspiring environments. In addition to her day job, Emily is also known as the Founder and Executive Editor of Material Girls Blog – named recently as one of House Beautiful Magazine’s “Sites We Love.” For more information about EJ Interiors, or the services they offer please visit their website at www.ejinteriors.net. Questions? Contact Emily Johnston Larkin at emily@ejinteriors.net.
  Bolsa - Featured In-Kind Donor of Hope for the Holidays!
For more information about Bolsa Restaurant, visit their website at www.bolsadallas.com.
TJ's Seafood Market - Vendor at Hope for the Holidays
For more information please visit www.vietri-tjs.com.
Deborah Gaspar Jewelry - Featured Vendor & In-kind Donor of Hope for the Holidays!
Deborah Gaspar's signature style of handcrafted belts and jewelry has evolved throughout the years.  Her distinctive, bold jewelry of timeless design are sophisticated, innovative and versatile enough to wear with classic styles, haute couture or even denim.  Because of her exquisite quality and exclusive design, her exciting line is confidently offered at notable boutiques and fasion markets across the U.S. including Saks Fifth Avenue in New York. For more information about Deborah Gaspar Jewelry or to view more products offered, please visit their website at www.deborahgaspar.com.
 
John Kennington Photography - Featured Vendor of Hope for the Holidays
With over 30 years of experience, John Kennington's passion for photography began as simply something for his own enjoyment using his creativity.  Now he has grown his love of photography into a business offering quality fine art prints to the world.  John Kennington Photography provides incredible fine art prints of nature, landscapes, wildlife, ancient architecture, sacred places and breathtaking images of faith.  Kennington travels the world while documenting the places he visits by sharing his experiences through his lens bringing to life quality fine art prints on canvas. To view a full gallery of photos from John Kennington Photography, please visit his website at www.kenningtonphoto.com.
 
The Preppy Debutante - Monogramming for Every Occassion
The Preppy Debutante specializes in personalized items, including jewelry, handbags, soap, embroidered towels, baby items and home decor.  Owner, Rikki Ragland, also hosts a blog discussing her life, business and much more! View her latest posts at www.preppydebutante.blogspot.com. For more information about The Preppy Debutante and the collections of items available visit their website at www.preppydebutante.com. Questions? Contact Rikki Ragland at rikki@preppydebutante.com.
Handmade Rosaries by Leslie Hever - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
Leslie Hever first started crafting handmade rosaries for her students at Saint Paul School for their confirmation and first communion, which sparked great interest by many.  Others began asking Hever to make them for their own kids or family members.  Soon enough, Leslie Hever has become a local favorite to many - a great go-to gift for all kinds of occasions!  Hever makes each one of her rosaries different and unique with a bit of an artistic flair -- adding a personal touch to each one made including themes of school spirit, favorite hobbies, and more.  From rosaries including a love for golf, all the way to hook-em horns UT school-spirit, Leslie Hever has become a favorite local vendor highlighting her talents at various events in Dallas.  For more information, or to contact Leslie Hever about her handcrafted rosaries, please email lhever@sbcglobal.net.  
Food Glorious food - Featured In-Kind Donor of Hope for the Holidays! 
For more information about Food Glorious Food Catering - Dallas, please visit their website at www.foodgloriousfood.biz.
Astleford Interiors - Featured Vendor/Designer of Hope for the Holidays!
For more information about Astleford Interiors, visit their website at www.astlefordinteriors.com.
Sacred Pause - photographic art and inspirational gifts of sacred places from around the world!
Fine art photographer Bob Munro usually takes the road less traveled. He finds the sacred in the ordinary, everyday elements that surround us. Through Munro’s artistic interpretation and skilled photographic eye, Sacred Pause inspirational framed art conveys spirituality, hope and tranquility in images drawn from and inspired by nature and sacred places.  Visit www.sacredpause.com to view more information about the vendor, the collection of items available and more.
Interested in Sacred Pause? If you have questions about this local vendor, please contact Bob Munro at bob@sacredpause.com.
SugarBox Dessert Bar - Featured InKind Donor of Hope for the Holidays!
For more information about Sugarbox Dessert Bar - Dallas, please visit their facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/SugarBox/131605800259201.
Full of Grace, Divine Designs - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
For more information about Full of Grace, Divine Designs, please visit www.spiritually-hip.com.
Isabelly's Bakery - Delicious Cake Balls and Crispy Rice Treats!
Isabelly’s offers a variety of gourmet cake balls and “sweet treats”! These deliciously crafted sweets are perfect for any holiday, wedding, birthday, and anniversary! They are great for parties or gifts (even the gift boxes are to die for)! Isabelly’s was started after Isabelle Albert found out how much she loved to bake for her family and friends. Isabelle decided to start a baking business. “To be able to make something that others enjoy makes me happy.” — Isabelle Albert;  For more information about Isabelly’s, the items offered and more, visit www.isabellys.com. Questions? Contact Isabelle Albert at yummy.isabellys@gmail.com.
 
Mothers for All - no child left behind; Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays
Mothers for All is a non-profit supporting women in Botswana and South Africa who care for children orphaned or made vulnerable by HIV and AIDS. Women teach these mothers to make environmentally friendly crafts which we sell around the world, providing sustainable support for their families.  All mothers on the program, each one caring for at least two orphans or vulnerable children, are strongly committed to improving the opportunities available to their children.  To view more information about Mothers for All and their mission, please visit their website at www.mothersforall.org. For a full listing of products offered or available to purchase, please visit the Mothers for All website at www.mothersforall.org/our-products.
 RSVP Design Services - Featured Designer & Vendor of Hope for the Holidays!
For more information about RSVP Design Services, please visit their website at www.rsvpdesignservices.com.
Enchanted Interiors - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
Enchanted Interiors offers a charming blend of unique home accessories, custom artwork, antiques and holiday décor that is sure to delight.  On top of everday finds of amazing furniture items and home decor, this local gem offers Christmas themed pieces like beautiful, glittery ornaments and snowmen to make your home sparkle for the holidays. For more information about Enchanted Interiors, or to view more photos of their merchandise, check them out on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/EnchantedInteriorsTexas.
 
Designs by Agnes - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
Designs by Agnes offers ONE-OF-A-KIND handcrafted jewelry of natural and semi-precious stones. Each piece is designed with an eye toward creating lasting value and beauty whether given as a gift to a friend or loved one or even yourself. Designs by Agnes offered unique jewelry including bracelets, earrings, rings, necklaces and more as well as popular Christmas ornaments that are hand painted and embellished in southwestern and traditional imagery. Check out more about Designs by Agnes as well as other items available at www.designsbyagnes.com 
 Terlato Wines International - InKind Donor and Vendor of Hope for the Holidays
Don't miss a chance to taste wines from all over, courtesy of Terlato Wines International! They will provide wine tasting for guests to enjoy - what a great opportunity! For more information about Terlato Wines International, please visit their website at www.terlatowines.com.
Crush Wine Sales - Featured In kind donor of Hope for the Holidays
Crush Wine Sales is a small wine merchant located in the heart of Uptown Dallas offereing excellent wine values and personal service. Whether it’s providing bargain deals on your old favorites or discovering exciting new wines at reasonable prices, my focus is taking care of my customers. There are a multitude of wines to enjoy at all price levels. Crush Wine Sales has aligned with the Winner of D Magazines‘s Best of Big D! in 2010 - Scardello Artisan Cheese. Great wine deals and fabulous exotic cheeses. What a pair!  To learn more about Crush Wine Sales or to join their email list, please visit www.crushwinesales.com

Margaret Palmer Jewelry - Inkind Donor and Vendor of Hope for the Holidays November 18, 2011
This amazing jewelry collection features exquisite designs made of beautiful pearls and gems.  Margaret’s talent piqued the interest of a friend who worked for the American Cancer Society. This friend asked Margaret to create a couple pieces for an upcoming fundraiser. Quite unexpectedly, a new life-passion was born. Her Margaret started The Cancer Pearls Collection™ to create beautiful, conversation-starting jewelry that would help in the fight against cancer through education and fundraising. Her bold, luminescent pearls represent each color of cancer.  To view more pieces from Margaret Palmer Jewelry, please visit her website at www.margaretpalmerjewelry.com.
Hotel St. Germain - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
Don't anticipate any longer about attending this year's Hope for the Holidays event, featuring Hotel St. Germain as they provide a fabulous signature cocktail tasting for all guests to enjoy! For more information about Hotel St. Germain, please visit their website at www.hotelstgermain.com.
The Pampered Space - Inkind Donor of Hope for the Holidays November 18, 2011
Designer Dora Martinez has been working with clients for over ten years.  Her specialty is residential design and what she enjoys most is the one-on-one interaction that she has with each client that she works with.  Her priority is making sure that the design process is enjoyable and also listening to the client’s needs.  Respecting the client’s home and time is also very important to her during the design process.  She believes that any home can be decorated within any budget and that everyone should be able to have an inviting home to enjoy.  Her design philosophy is “decorating your home should be fun and simple.”  For more information about The Pampered Space, please visit www.thepamperedspace.com.
Southern Hippie - featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
Southern Hippie is an upscale traveling boutique bringing the world of fashion and fun straight to you! Whether it be a private show hosted in your own home, a fun party at the local wine bar, or at the biggest Holiday event of the Season (Hope for the Holidays 2011!), this hip boutique style business does it all! Constantly on the road, from Texas to Tennessee to Georgia.. this new concept is sure to be THE next biggest thing! Plus, no one complained about having a personal shopper or personal shopper did they? Check out Southern Hippie online on their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Southern-Hippie/191522384232158.
The Ratcliff Company - featured Desinger of Hope for the Holidays
For more information about The Ratcliff Company, please visit their website at www.theratcliffcompany.com.
Whyte & Mackay Scotch Whiskey - Featured In-kind Donor and Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
Don't miss a special opportunity to sample fabulous scotch from Whyte & Mackay Scotch Whiskey, who will be participating at our Hope for the Holidays event.  Come enjoy scotch tasting, as well as other amazing items in store! For more information about Whyte & Mackay, please visit their website at www.whyteandmackay.com. _______________________________________________________________________
 
  FEATURED VENDORS
(description and photos at www.CCofDallas.org/Vendors)
B.C. and
Company
Deborah Gaspar Jewelry - In kind Donor & Vendor of Hope for the Holidays
 
Designs by Agnes - Featrured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays
Enchanted Interiors - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!
 Fabulous Finds  

Forever Christmas by Chelsea - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays

Isabelly's Sweet Treats - Hope for the Holidays Featured Vendor

John Kennington Photography - Featured Vendor of Hope for the Holidays

LD Fine Arts

Leslie Hever (Handcrafted
&
Unique Rosaries)
Loopty Loo Designs
Mainstream Fish Camp - In-kind Donor & Vendor of Hope for the Holidays Art
by Marty Ruiz
Mothers for All - Featured Vendor Hope for the Holidays event Our Little Secret Jewelry Popcorn Carousel 
Sacred Pause - Featured Vendor Hope for the Holidays   Southern Hippie - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays!  Full of Grace, Divine Designs - Featured Vendor at Hope for the Holidays
The Preppy Debutante - Featured Vendor Hope for the Holidays Texas Toffee TJ's Fresh Seafood Market - Featured Vendor of Hope for the Holidays!
Whole Hearted Gifts    

 
   IN-KIND DONORS
 B.C. and Company Bolsa Restaurant Dallas  - Hope for the Holidays Featured Vendor   
 Dallas Addison Catering - Bendor at Hope for the Holidays  
Deborah Gaspar Jewelry - In kind Donor & Vendor of Hope for the Holidays
Food Glorious Food - Featured Vendor Hope for the Holidays
HENSTEETH WINE Hotel St. Germain - Featured Vendor/In-Kind Donor at Hope for the Holidays Isabelly's Sweet Treats - Hope for the Holidays Featured Vendor
 
 LD Fine Arts
Mainstream Fish Camp - In-kind Donor & Vendor of Hope for the Holidays
Margaux's a restaurant by design - InKind Donor of Hope for the Holidays!
Neiman Marcus - InKind Donor of Hope for the Holidays
 
 

The Pampered Space Interiors by Dora Martinez
 Pettigrew Associates 
Sugarbox Dessert Bar - Dallas - Featured InKind Donor of Hope for the Holidays Terlato Wines International - Featured In Kind Donor of Hope for the Holidays Texas Toffee
Whyte & Mackay - Dalmore Scotch -- Featured In Kind Donor of Hope for the Holidays Wyndham Hotels & Resorts - InKind Donor of Hope for the Holidays

Allenna Costanza, Kaylan Meserve & Lauren Johnson

 
 
 
FEATURED DESIGNERS & ARTISTS
(Themed Table Top Christmas Trees, Baskets and more for Silent Auction)

A D Interior

Astleford Interiors - Inkind Donor/Vendor at Hope for the Holidays

B.C. &
Company
Bella Custom Homes

Catherine Dolen & Associates 

 Dallas Design Group

EJ Interiors - Designer at Hope for the Holidays

HobNob Decor, LLC - featured Designer for Hope for the Holidays

The Pat Ratcliff Company - Featured Designer at Hope for the Holidays!

RSVP Design Services - Featured Designer at Hope for the Holidays Event

Wildman Art Framing