Hi Michelle! July 29, 2008

Wow, we are really, really low on Gecko Traders bags.  Carla was shocked to find the inventory so low.  “Didn’t we just get those in?” she pondered.  But thanks to Michelle, Carla is hard at work (kinda) getting a fresh new batch of those wonderful rice bag bags back in stock.  See, Carla is showing concern over the inventory.

Gecko Traders Rice Bags are made from recycled rice bags.  I know, it’s kind of redundant to say rice bag bags, but that’s what these are.  We’re not complete out yet.  We’ve still got some great bags that are perfect for summer.  They’re strong, sturdy and perfect for hauling towels and such to the pool or beach.  They’re also great for eco-friendly shoppers.  These bags will hold a lot of groceries and keeps three or four plastic bags out of circulation.

Thanks to Michelle for reminding Carla that we need to order more bags!  Michelle has an ultra-cool blog that you’ve got to check out here: http://michellesherwood.blogspot.com/

Maybe you’ll recognize who she is once you visit the blog!

Color Explosion July 28, 2008

Yow!  Lots of colors.  But what are these?  They’re oilcloth tableclothes!  These tableclothes are perfect for outdoor use.  They’re easy to clean up and look incredible on a picnic table at the park on on the table on your backporch for those impromptu bar-b-ques.  They’re also great for arts and crafts projects with the kids since they’re sturdy and wipe off easily.

We’ve got two different sizes of these amazing, 47.5 x 78.5 and 47.5 x 47.5.

Blankies in Style July 25, 2008

For those people with children, or grandchilden, or if you’re looking for the perfect baby shower gift, we’ve got you covered at Pastiche.  Literally, we’ve got you covered with these incredible blankets by Rugged Idea.

These are weather proof blankies that come in a variety of contemporary color schemes.  These are durable blankies that include velcro straps that make these perfect for use in a stroller or frontpack carrier.  And, as an added bonus, Rugged Idea donates proceeds from the sales of these blankies to child-focused charities.

The photo doesn’t do these blankies justice.  You’ve got to stop in and see them for yourselves and pick the perfect color for the extra special child you know you’ve got to buy something for.  Quantities are very limited on these so don’t hesitate to buy one now!

Road Trip to Stausborg July 24, 2008

VROOOOOMMMMM.  vrooooooomm.  Squeal.  Squeal. Whooooosh.  Splash.  SSSSSSSSSSSS.  MMMMMMM.  Swerve, squeal.  Vrooooommmm.

Oh, sorry.  I was playing with my bag.  Here I am, flying down the E25 highway on a midnight run from Zurich to Strausborg with Gotthard blaring from the speakers of the truck.  After making the delivery in Strausborg, it’s back in the truck and up the A35 to Frankfurt am Main.

So, ok, it’s all play fantasy but I just can’t help it when I grab my Freitag bag to head out for the day.  These bags have history.  They’re made from truck tarps, you know those sides of a semi-truck’s cargo bed.  Each Freitag bag is carefully cut from one of these used tarps so each bag has a history of blowing down the highway in sun, wind, snow, and rain.  The tarps have covered all kinds of cargo and performed superior service for trucking companies for years.  Now these same tarps can be yours.

All these great people in Zurich cut the tarps then stitch these bags together, lining the edges with bicycle inner tubes.  Each bag is a handcrafted piece of art that is not only functional, but nearly indestructible in the everyday world of carrying the laptop, files, and books.  My Freitag Walter has hauled huge English literature textbooks, cameras, my beloved MacBook, and invaluable papers for class and has never once let me down.  I know this bag can handle whatever I throw in it and in whatever weather is happening, my stuff is protected.

Most of the messenger bags come with handy seat belt snaps that secure the bag to your body, making it perfect for biking, walking, or running to work or school.  And if your life runs at 70 mph (like mine usually does) you know your bag is safely secured with a seat belt and is quick to release once you reach your destination.

There’s a fresh batch of Freitag messenger bags, totes, purses, and wallets at Pastiche.  You’ve got to check them all out.  They’re incredible bags.  We’ve put up a small sampling on the right side bar for your browsing pleasure.  Check them out here, then pop into Pastiche and feel the Zurich flair that goes into every bag.  Then try on one and look how it totally makes you the absolute coolest person in Springfield.

Then go home and pretend you’re driving the huge truck your bag came from in the Swiss Alps on a snowy night in January.  Ah…the excitement!

How to Stay Fresh All Summer Long July 22, 2008

So it’s really hot out there and we’re all sweating, a lot.  We’ve got the perfect solution to get rid of the extra perspiration, Mistral soap.

Beautiful Bars of Mistral Soap

Direct from France, these soaps are made with organic shea butter that helps moisturize the skin while cleansing away impurities.  All of these triple milled soaps comes in amazing fragrances that will make you not want to get out of the shower, ever.  The fragrances are intoxicating.

We’ve got nine different fragrances to choose from.  And, if you can’t decide which one you absolutely need, try a sampler of all the fragrances that come in a beautiful wooden box.

Perfect for a Gift Too!

The box makes a fantastic gift or will just look really, really cool sitting around in the bathroom.

Delicious!! July 18, 2008

Did you know we carry Demeter colognes and room sprays at Pastiche?  You didn’t?  Oh No!  You’re missing out on some of the most delicious, exotic, sensual, alluring, playful, radical, and otherwise indescribable fragrances ever.  (And this also means you haven’t been into Pastiche for awhile.  Shame, shame on you!)

But we do carry Demeter and we’re constantly adding new fragrances all the time.  

 

Delicious Demeter Scents

You’ve got to come in to sample some of these fragrances.  Wouldn’t you smell wonderful with a dab of Laundromat?  Wouldn’t you attract that certain someone with a splash of Rain?  See what happens when you walk around all day wearing Thunderstorm.  

 

Then, when you think you’ve found your perfect scent, trying mixing two or three scents together.  Wonder what Gin & Tonic would smell like with Grass?  What about Sandalwood with a bit of Holy Water.  The most wonderful thing about Demeter fragrances is that the possibilities are endless.  And, at $20 a fabulous bottle, what’s to keep you from buying a fragrance for every day of the week?

Stop in Pastiche and start exploring the possibilities with Demeter!!

Lunch in Style July 17, 2008

Just in, you’ve got to check out these great new oilcloth lunch sacks!

Colorful florall prints will make you even more eager for lunch break.  And your coworkers will be jealous of your great new bag.  Since they’re made of oil cloth, these bags are durable and washable.

Hurry in to grab the bag before they’re all gone.  Right now we’ve got lots of colors and styles to choose from, but that’s today.  Tomorrow may be too late to get the bag that will make your lunch the best thing to happen to you all day!!

Wow, We’ve Got Lots of New Stuff July 16, 2008

Yes, it’s the lazy days of summer, but we’ve been anything but.  Pastiche, as the name implies, is always bringing in something new, something fun, something unusual, and something totally awesome.  If you haven’t been in for awhile, you’re missing out on some of the greatest things to hit the streets of Springfield.

Ok, we’ve been terribly lazy about blogging, but that’s going to change.  Keep checking back often since we’ll be featuring all the latest things happening at Springfield’s best store.

Whether shopping for your home, for yourself, or for friends, you’re sure to find the perfect item at Pastiche.  So stop in soon and enjoy our new look!!

Check out the post below for just one of the many new items we are now featuring at Pastiche Decor and Design.

The Last Emperor July 16, 2008

Now in stock the ultimate in accessories.  Invite Puyi, the last emperor of China into your home with these decorative trays.  They’re perfect for change, keys, love notes, or just to simply have out on a table to impress friends and guests.  Grab your very own Puyi tray soon, before we run out!!