Experience the Magic of MacKenzie-Childs: Holiday Collection 2009

KIDS

If an imaginative child with a bit of decorating sense were allowed to decorate their own room, they couldn’t find a more fun and whimsical collection. What child could resist the Lots of Dots Rocking Horse ($4,800) hand crafted in Poland and hand painted in Aurora, with a suede leather saddle, adjustable leather and brass stirrups and real horsehair mane and tail - each is an original and destined to be passed from generation to generation. For another rocking option, the Child’s Rocking Chair ($485), hand painted in black and white Courtly Stripes and colorful spots, speckles and dots is a sweet and beautiful alternative. For the lovable child on your holiday list who wants special dinnerware, none could be jollier than the hand painted Happy Eating Childs Dinner Plate ($90) and Happy Eating Childs Bowl ($60) decorated with a vibrant brushstrokes in a parade of patterns or the Children’s Enamel Dining Set (matching plate, bowl and cup, $66/set), with a darling painted image of a chicken, duck, frog or pig.

PETS

MacKenzie-Childs understands that having a beautifully appointed home also extends to our four- legged friends. The talented MacKenzie-Childs artisans have created several pieces to complement the master’s décor including the ultimate ‘doggie home’ – The Pet Palace ($3,400), an extraordinary piece of furniture hand painted with pastoral scenes that surround MacKenzie-Childs in Aurora and a plush upholstered bed and the Pet Perch (small and large, $650-$1,100), a feather-and-down filled pillow covered in colorful fabrics atop hand painted majolica ceramic feet. Stylish pet gifts include the colorful Show Dog Pet Sweater (x-small to large, $75-$135) with scalloped trim, MacKenzie-Childs signature Courtly Check Enamel Pet Dish (small and large, $22-$38) and the Toddy Pet Dish (small and large, $68-$78).

GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK

Through December 31, 2009, MacKenzie-Childs will donate 10% of Judaica sales in its retail stores and direct channels to United Jewish Appeal (UJA). Choose from the MacKenzie-Childs signature Courtly Check Menorah ($318) and Courtly Check Mezuzah ($118), the Levanna Menorah ($288) and Levanna Mezuzah ($98), handmade and hand painted with gold luster embellishments or the Dori Menorah ($288) and Dori Mezuzah ($98). Each piece is unique due to its handmade nature.

BY SPECIAL ORDER ONLY

Each year, MacKenzie-Childs offers a few truly unique and extraordinary works of art for special order. The artisans at MacKenzie-Childs hand make each creation with meticulous attention to detail, requiring approximately eight weeks to complete. Orders placed by October 1 will be delivered by December 1.

The Courtly Check Moose Head, $12,500*

Not your typical stuffed “moose-head” this fantastical MacKenzie-Childs creation features a majestic moose head (molded form) covered in the MacKenzie-Childs signature Courtly Check pattern with eyelashes made of feathers, long antlers heavily covered in green moss and ears made of mohair and painted with gold leaf. As in nature, no two MacKenzie-Childs moose heads are alike. Each moose head will bear the signature of the artist and will truly be holiday keepsake that could grace the wall all year round. (*Shipping/handling extra from Aurora, NY).

Ceramic Putty Shard Tree, $50,000*

This sculptural piece of art is the ultimate Christmas tree and a testament to the imagination and talent that exists at MacKenzie-Childs. A 9-foot tall ‘tree’ with every inch covered in MacKenzie-Childs Ceramic Putty shards – a glittering, majestic work of art that would be the crowning jewel to any collector’s home. As listed earlier, MacKenzie-Childs will also offer the tabletop versions of this tree for $750. (*Price commensurate with size of tree, plus shipping/handling from Aurora, NY)

NYC FLAGSHIP UNVEILS MAGICAL HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE – BEGINS NOVEMBER 11

Beginning on November 11 through December 31, 2009, the creative minds at MacKenzie-Childs will transport New Yorkers and NYC visitors to a captivating forest teeming with holiday splendor without ever leaving Manhattan. MacKenzie-Childs will launch an enchanted holiday extravaganza at its 57th Street flagship location that must be seen to be believed. The store will present the ultimate holiday tablescape and luxury entertainment environment that will bring the warmth of the company’s rustic headquarters on a farm in Aurora, NY to the heart of midtown Manhattan. This holiday season, bring the entire family to discover a store that is destined for the NYC holiday “must see” list for years to come! Store hours at www.MacKenzie-Childs.com.

ABOUT MACKENZIE-CHILDS (www.MacKenzie- Childs.com)

MacKenzie-Childs is a fully integrated designer, manufacturer, and multi-channel merchant of high quality, hand-crafted ceramic and enamel tableware, furniture, and home and garden accessories. The brand is best known for distinctive designs which combine vibrant colors and pattern-on-pattern surface decoration to create a fresh, original aesthetic best described as “tradition with a twist.” In the U.S., MacKenzie-Childs can be found at their own retail stores in New York City, Palm Beach, and Aurora, New York; through www.MacKenzie-Childs.com and the Mackenzie-Childs catalog; through distinctive fine retailers in the U.S., including Neiman Marcus and others listed on the company’s website www.MacKenzie-Childs.com; and at Harrod’s in London, England.

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