TWINKLECARDS TO UNVEIL LATEST GREETING CARD DESIGNS AT HENRI BENDEL IN NEW YORK CITY (12/5-12/7/2002)

To kick off the holiday season, Henri Bendel will be showcasing the newest designs from Twinklecards, a line of high end handcrafted cards featuring real Austrian crystals, glass beads, and more.

Twinklecards, a new greeting card company specializing in high end handcrafted cards will be having their first trunk show at Henri Bendel in New York from 12/5-12/7/2002.

The uniqueness of Twinklecards lies in their philosophy of using only the finest design materials such as Swarovski Austrian crystals, pearls, and firepolished glass beads from Czech Republic.

Henri Bendel approached Twinklecards shortly after Anne Byun, Designer/Twinklecards submitted samples. According to Gregory Ross, Merchandise Manager of Henri Bendel, "We love the sushi designs. They're gonna fly off the shelves." Twinklecards will also feature cards with classic holiday images such as Christmas ornaments made with real velvet and crystals, snowflakes studded with crystals, and Christmas lights made with firepolished glass beads. Anne Byun adds, This isnt your everyday holiday greeting card. Theyre unique because of the materials that are used and the careful handwork that goes into each card. The recipient truly feels special when they receive one of our cards."

The company is offering holiday cards that are both individually wrapped and boxed in sets of five. Individual cards are priced between $8-11 while boxed sets are priced between $18-$20.

Twinklecards are available through their website, www.twinklecards.com and at over forty stores across the U.S.