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Having a birthday, housewarming, anniversary or upcoming nuptial? Or maybe you just feel like being pampered. By creating a wishlist, either on our website or in-store, you can help your friends and loved ones who are in the gifting mood. This of course saves time (and you the hassle of having to return unwanted or duplicate gifts.)

Creating a gift wishlist is incredibly simple and fast, you can either click though our website adding items that you love or stop into the gallery and let us help you out. The wishlist is a time saver for your friends and family who can shop effortlessly.

For help creating your wishlist contact us at service@occasionsofscottsdale.com, 480-423-0506 or  800-482-2532. Or get started on your own by visiting our website.

Chrysan Spreng Sushi Plate, $36/each

Alessi Anna G Corkscrew, $60

Alessi Michael Graves Kettle, $175

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There’s only 10 days left until Christmas–so if you are behind on your tree-trimming or perhaps just starting to turn a greenish hue resembling that of the Grinch, then it is time to come into Occasions! and stock up on some wonderful holiday decorations. With 20% off holiday ornamants from Vietri, Waterford and Michael Aram, we couldn’t think of  a better holiday present for yourself!

Vietri Christmas Ornaments, $25 each

Waterford Crystal Train Set, $195

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You can check everyone off your list this holiday season by getting them the gift dreams are made of at Occasions! Whether you are looking for a hand-crafted item, or something out of the ordinary, we have it–and for under $50! From gorgeous Michael Aram ornaments to  delightful Alessi demitasse spoons and handcrafted brooches from Marcia Sednek, we have the perfect gift for everyone on your list!

From left to right; 1- Michael Aram Heart and Dreidel Ornament, $49; 2- Alessi Demitasse Spoons, $36; 3- Patrick Meyer, Pewter Wine Stopper, $49; 4- Beatriz Ball, Organic Pearl Mini Wavy Bowl, $45; 5- Michael Aram Pinecone Ornament, $39; 6- Nick Munro, Salt and Pepper Shakers, $36; 7- Medium Black Hourglass, $28; 8- Marcia Sednek Brooch, $45; 9- Aquisse, Soy Linen Candle, $45; 10- Vietri, Old St. Nick Spoon Rest, $41.

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We are literally about to pop at the seams with all of the wonderful new tabletop and gift items we received this week. The much anticipated Fig Leaf Tray from Michael Aram has arrived, featured below in Phoenix Home & Garden (which kindly recognized our little gallery), as well a few other fantastic tabletop items from the Michael Aram collection.

Our Jasper Conran for Wedgwood Collection, is continuing to grow. We are now carrying select pieces of the ‘Mosaic’ group–on hand we are carrying the salad plates, soup bowls, sugar bowl and creamer, but we can always order more of this collection!

You will also notice a wonderful aroma wafting through our store from the lovely new candles we have. These new scents made from soy, with 100 hours of burn time are in glass holders and packaged in boxes perfect for gift-giving!

All of our wonderful new items are perfect if you are looking for a gift or just looking for yourself, so stop in or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com to see all of our new items.

Aquiesse, Soy Souvenir Collection Candle, $55

Wedgwood Jasper Conran, Creamer, $60

Wedgwood Jasper Conran, Sugar Bowl, $75

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As you should know Occasions! has a bounty of wonderful gifts to choose from. Here are some of our favorites for the budget-conscious, under $50!

1-Elodie Holmes Small Wabi Sabi Vases

These vibrant and one-of-a-kind vases are perfect for the impossible-to-shop-for-person in your life. Each vase is handcrafted by the artist. From the color to the shape, each vase is unique, and at $38.50, they make the perfect surprise for the person who has everything.

Elodie Holmes, Small Wabi Sabi Vases, $38.50

2-Beatriz Ball Grab and Go Vento Wine Coaster

Beatriz Ball has come up with quite possibly the greatest gift idea, called the ‘grab and go’. So for a gift on a time crunch, pick up a Vento Wine Coaster, which comes already packed in a gift-box with a ribbon, leaving you with time to find the perfect card, which we also have.

Beatriz Ball, Vento Wine Coaster, $42

3-Ittala Kivi Glass Votive’s

For something small, these bright glass votives from Ittala make a wonderful gift, and for only $15 you can mix and match three colors for under $50. The contemporary design and vibrant colors add a big impact for their size.

Iittala, Glass Votive, $15/each

4-Kim Mason Vintage Jewelry

Whether you are shopping for someone who simply loves earrings or has a bit of a vintage obsession, then a pair of Kim Mason earrings will knock their socks off! From old Monopoly and Scrabble pieces, to vintage bus tokens and air filters, Kim’s earrings are fun, unique and made from recycled materials. Priced under $50, her earrings are a steal.

Kim Mason, Vintage Coke Machine Earrings, $34

5-Yamazaki Salt and Pepper Shaker

For that trendy friend who seems to have everything before it hits the shelf, these river rock-inspired salt and pepper shakers are sure to impress! This chic set may look pricey, for only $38 it is a very affordable gift.

Yamazaki, Salt and Pepper Set, $38

For more gift ideas stop in and see us or visit our website, www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

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We are so proud that our very own Marcia Sednek has been invited to Chicago to display her ‘Mixed Media Couture’ at The Art Center Highland Park. We are proud that we and our clients have helped nourish her continued evolvement as an innovative and accomplished artist and that she, in turn, is “giving back” to other emerging artists through her work with the non-profit, Off Center Community Center Arts Project in Albuquerque.

Once again we are delighted that Marcia and her found object fashions have found a home at Occasions! and we wish her the best on her travels to the ‘windy city’ August 26-27th, 2011, for her Trunk Show and ‘Mixed Media Couture’ workshop, where the lucky guests will be designing their own found object fashions!

For more information on Marcia Sednek and her travels to Chicago, call Occasions! at (480)423-0506 or (800)482-2532 or email service@occasionsofscottsdale.com.

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Whether you are throwing an intimate gathering for friends or are having a family reunion, we have everything you need to stock your bar at Occasions!

For fabulous and chic get-togethers, impress your guests with a Michael Aram Waterford woodgrain decanter and ice bucket; sure to knock their socks off–or maybe their Manolo’s!

Michael Aram, Waterford Woodgrain Decanter $355

Michael Aram, Waterford Woodgrain Ice Bucket $230

If you plan to take your party outdoors, VacuVin’s cooling carafes, champagne and wine coolers keep all of your favorite spirits perfectly chilled, because in the sweltering heat warm drinks just won’t cut it.

Cooling Carafe, $45

Stainless Steel Champagne Cooler, $55

Stainless Steel Wine Cooler, $42

As far as bar glasses go, we have everything! If you are channeling Mad Men our Iittala Ultima Thule 1960‘s inspired highball’s and old fashioned glasses are perfect. For the man or woman of mystery, we have Waterford martini glasses and shakers, not to mention Reed & Barton wine glasses and carafes for sommelier.

Iittala Ultima Thule Highball, set of 2/$55

Yamazaki Martini Shaker, $52.95

Reed & Barton, Marielle, prices vary

For more barware necessities check our website www.occasionsofscottsdale.com.

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Whether you are newly engaged and need assistance getting your bridal registry started or only need to add a few last minute items to your registry, we are here to help! Saving frazzled brides and grooms from bridal registry overloads and meltdowns is what we do best.

To help out, we have come up with a bridal checklist, with our top five dining room and kitchen essentials for the bride and groom to be.

1-Serving Platters, Trays and Bowls

Every couple needs at least one of each of the following–a large serving platter, tray and bowl. For those couples who plan on doing some serious entertaining, two of each might be necessary–think one formal, one casual.

Beatriz Ball Soho Platter, $115

Vietri Quadri Platter, $110

2-Bar-Necessities

Barware necessities include carafes, decanters, 8-12 wine glasses and any other barware items you need. This can include highball glasses, champagne flutes, brandy snifters, etc.

Waterford, Modavi Oakville Carafe, $98

3-Dining Must-haves

What would your new serving bowl be without servers or tongs? Or what happens if you literally don’t have any salt to pass? These are just a few must-have items that you need for your dining table and kitchen. Stop in and see us or check out our website for others.

Alessi, Programma Salad Set, $82

4-Capturing Memories

Once the smoke has cleared, and you are settling into married life you want to make sure that your lovely wedding photos are displayed properly–from cutting the cake, to walks down the aisle and even the candid shots in between, beautiful frames are a must for your bridal registry.

Tizo Frames, prices vary.

5-Sexy Gadgets

Sexy Gadgets are just that–fabulous kitchen gadgets that you are going to need once your marriage gets ‘cooking’. Some of our sexy gadgets include a mincing-machine garlic press for the cook, egg pillows and colorful kitchen timers–all are perfect gifts for the kitchen pro or chef in the making.

Egg Pillows, $14.50/set of four

Garlic Press, $26.50

Alessi, Michael Graves Timer, $38

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This week at Occasions! by Design, we have received a wonderful new grouping from Alessi, whose bold and contemporary designs are perfect for gift giving and make practical, yet stylish additions to your own kitchen. The new Alessi group includes a wide range of products designed by Michael Graves, including timers that are stylistically modern and in primary colors; priced at only $38 they make a great gift for any kitchen guru. From A di Alessi we have the OrienTales collection, designed by Stefano Giovannoni in collaboration with the National Palace Museum in Taiwan. This unique assortment includes the Banana Milk Bowl and Orange Fruit Sugar Bowl, their bright and almost cartoonish chic makes it is almost impossible to distinguish that they are made from bone china. In addition to these great items we also have stainless steel salad tongs, ice tongs and more products designed by Michael Graves.

A di Alessi Banana Milk Bowl, $30

A di Alessi Orange Sugar Bowl, $30

Salad Set, $82

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