tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-1325950 2010-10-27T15:05:51-04:00 Betty Newman BeNew Trendspotting is a feel good blog showcasing trends, products, people and places to inspire, enlighten and intrigue you. TypePad http://feeds.feedburner.com/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc?format=skin tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf8833013488822689970c 2010-10-27T15:05:51-04:00 2010-11-10T18:02:37-05:00

This holiday season... Havarti Starts the Party! Sponsored by Dofino® and Denmark’s Finest® Havarti! Win a beautiful “Party in a Box” prize package, filled with colorful party supplies, a coupon, lantern lights – everything you need to start your own...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/VDYw-skHMrM" height="1" width="1"/>

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I’ve always had a passion for craftsmanship and fashion; so imagine my delight when I found out about Rag and Bone clothing. Since 2004, when Rag and Bone first launched, British designers Marcus Wainwright and David Neville have been on...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/Y8ccSHRWsps" height="1" width="1"/>

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Pictured above is Stewart's Vice President Nancy Trimbur with Flavor the Stewart's Spokescow. Even though summer is gone, I never need an excuse for ice cream. While I still find myself craving Happy Clown in Columbia County, Polar Bear in...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/gHs58hAEVDs" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2010/10/stewart.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf88330133f4add75c970b 2010-09-28T17:17:29-04:00 2010-09-28T17:22:35-04:00

Charlotte McKeough was ahead of her time when she reinvented the brown paper shopping bag in 1996. Even New York Magazine agrees totes are this season’s must have fashion accessory. McKeough’s line of “Brave Brown Bags” are a witty play...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/KF9aWeoXr8g" height="1" width="1"/>

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The “speakers” category is really taking off. I was at a show the other week and I was amazed at how many companies were focusing on this product. From collapsible, to customizable, to speakers shaped like a purse—these objects are...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/avn1rTKWuns" height="1" width="1"/>

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Designer Jill Fenichell was ahead of her time when she launched her line of Elegant Melamine Tableware in 2005. Melamine plates are decorative, practical, and dishwasher safe. I love the idea of having gorgeous tableware that I don’t have to...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/peopirpKiSo" height="1" width="1"/>

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Anthropologie is one of my favorite stores. All of their products have their own unique spin and their new Paint by Numbers Rugs are no exception. Now, their Paint by Numbers Rugs join the members of the nostalgia club along...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/bJik1bZb5Ks" height="1" width="1"/>

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Washing my hair is part of my daily routine. I have that short, fine hair, which always needs a good shampoo treatment. So, imagine my excitement when I noticed dry shampoo samples being given away in Grand Central Station. Batiste...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/znFy3lNtSoU" height="1" width="1"/>

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As you know, I love to discover new and innovative ideas. I’m always jotting down notes on what could be the new “it” product. With so many things to see and be seen, I wouldn’t be able to function without...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/8-DHPPVWSEc" height="1" width="1"/>

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I’ve always had an appreciation for functional yet fashionable accessories, that are both durable and eco-friendly—without sacrificing style. Imagine my delight to discover designer Rupa Wickrama and her Saky Sacks. Rupa has got the “green goods!” Her bags are made...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/OeE3Ivkhg30" height="1" width="1"/>

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This past May I visited the 2010 International Contemporary Furniture Show at the Javits Center in NYC. I love going to this show every year to scope out the hottest finds in furniture - but what I also love are...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/-TbvK18cOiU" height="1" width="1"/>

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As you know I am always attracted to a company with a social mission, especially one so sweet and delicious as this! I recently heard about Greyston Bakery, a bakery located in Yonkers, that helps to improve the lives of...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/OUAkv8uitHI" height="1" width="1"/>

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©2010 Karyn R. Millet / karynmillet.com I have always loved mannequins. For me, they are an iconic image that is always set in a period of time. Each mannequin has its own story - has its own author that dressed...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/-mWHBfd0H_E" height="1" width="1"/>

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There are certain things in life that attract me - and most of the time, they are the things that I post here on my blog - striking designs, new ideas and fresh faces always give me inspiration. Very rarely...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/4_PUP3ykVEE" height="1" width="1"/>

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Last summer I made an idea book for myself detailing everything I thought was going to be coming into “trend” in the next year. I was predicting things like bees, clowns, ferris wheels, roller coasters and paper products would be...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/VuhP5MvUA0Q" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2010/06/coney-island-resurgence-and-design-trend.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf883301310f8d6a4f970c 2010-03-11T10:12:51-05:00 2010-03-11T10:12:51-05:00

I have been attending the NYC gift &amp; toy shows for years - and I love to visit with the vendors that I see year after year. Its fun to see what new products they come up with and see...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/KAwTAo9_CBc" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2010/03/rubber-bands-take-on-fun-shapes-and-new-uses.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf88330120a9017a26970b 2010-03-05T12:17:25-05:00 2010-03-05T12:17:25-05:00

I received an email a few days ago from The Paper Menu describing a new product they just launched - cupcake bands - what a nifty idea! You may remember that I am a big fan of cupcakes, and now...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/pG0-Vbnh0Ys" height="1" width="1"/>

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I am always on the lookout for innovative ways of enhancing mundane objects - so when I saw this product at the New York International Gift Fair at the Javitts Center earlier this month, I just had to post about...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/W3kXpgpDmF4" height="1" width="1"/>

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When my friend forwarded me this clip, I couldn't help but share this You Tube video of Kseniya Simonova, the winner of Ukraine's Got Talent with everyone! If you haven't heard of or seen this young woman it is well...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/lqOesyT8Upg" height="1" width="1"/>

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photos courtesy of Harveys I am always a sucker for things that are quirky or a bit out of the ordinary - so naturally, when I first heard about purses made out of seat belts years ago, I was intrigued!...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/jSrVMKNpFHk" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2010/01/harveys-fasten-your-seat-belt.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf88330120a775f776970b 2009-12-23T11:24:49-05:00 2010-01-10T22:09:34-05:00

(Image courtesy of the artist and Perry Rubenstein Gallery, New York (c) Richard Woods) I have been passing by the Lever House building on 390 Park Avenue for the past couple of weeks and always admire the beautiful decorations. The...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/4t_a9RQOcUo" height="1" width="1"/>

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Mike Michalowicz over at the Toilet Paper Entrepreneur rounded up an interesting list of last minute gift giving ideas for clients. Be sure to look for our contribution there as you stroll down list. Happy Shopping! via 140 Last Minute...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/xW-KKKgqmKE" height="1" width="1"/>

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With only 11 shopping days left before Christmas, I thought I'd share a favorite gift idea that is not only great for your body, but helps to protect the environment as well! Handmade soap is perfect for those left on...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/Rbvie_36_tQ" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2009/12/with-only-11-shopping-days-left-before-christmas-i-thought-id-share-a-favorite-gift-idea-that-is-not-only-great-for-your-bod.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf88330128761b89fe970c 2009-12-05T13:24:40-05:00 2009-12-05T13:24:40-05:00

I absolutely adore anything that brings a new twist to an old classic. Believe it or not, I find many of these things in the historic towns of Upstate New York along the Hudson River. I spend many a weekend...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/SqksrexylzY" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2009/12/colored-chalkboard-paint-makes-its-mark.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf88330120a6a2b395970c 2009-11-02T23:11:47-05:00 2009-11-02T23:11:09-05:00

I do not hide the fact that I love sweets - just by reading my blog you can see that I tend to lean towards the sweeter side of life - tasting chocolates and ice cream all over New York!...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/7RiDWH-UkK0" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2009/11/goji-gourmet-superfoods-that-taste-great.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf88330120a5247df0970b 2009-08-27T07:10:17-04:00 2009-08-27T07:10:17-04:00

My favorite company at the 2009 International Gift Show in New York City was, hands down, Rebecca Ray's American Couture Handbag Company which specializes in handbags, accessories and antiques. I love Rebecca's style and business for many reasons - she...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/6G3RzP8FFlY" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2009/08/new-york-international-gift-show-goes-equine-with-rebecca-ray-designs.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf88330115724d3a47970b 2009-07-31T10:59:44-04:00 2009-07-31T10:58:59-04:00

I’ve been wanting to blog on Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs for some time now. I find CSA’s so interesting for many reasons. It is a definite trend that continues to grow (no pun intended!), helps people to eat local...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/0UlvuM4NwTg" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2009/07/community-supported-agriculture-eating-local-and-working-together.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf883301157151204a970c 2009-07-29T14:11:04-04:00 2009-07-30T09:53:32-04:00

As you know by now – Ice Cream is one of my favorite things! When I heard that Murray’s Cheese was holding an ice cream event I just had to leave the birthday party I was attending in far Queens...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/EjkhEXXhztg" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2009/07/ice-cream-social-murrays-ice-cream-event.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf88330115712ece98970c 2009-07-22T10:01:19-04:00 2009-07-22T10:01:19-04:00

Outdoor pianos are slowly starting to take over the streets! On Sunday, July 12th on the CBS Sunday Morning show I watched an amazing story about a project in London to bring music to the streets. 30 Pianos have been...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/GwB2Wn-pjG0" height="1" width="1"/>

Betty Newman http://www.bettynewmantrendspotting.com/products_people_places/2009/07/outoor-pianos-bring-music-to-the-street.html tag:typepad.com,2003:post-6a00df352089bf883301157118a08e970c 2009-07-16T09:28:30-04:00 2009-07-16T09:28:30-04:00

I happened to be walking through the Conde Nast Building on Tuesday and saw these images that reminded me of African textiles – I was thinking it was so interesting that they were on display! As I walked closer and...<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/bettynewmantrendspotting/hMvc/~4/mQsea-7rEwQ" height="1" width="1"/>

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