Ann’s just received 60 bags of our new “Bright and Early” coffee and it’s still warm in the bag!  How’s that for FRESH?   Come pick up a few bags to send to friends for Christmas!  Click here for the whole “Bright and Early” story.

Boehm Porcelain has been synonymous for exquisite American craftsmanship since the company was founded in 1950.    Barbara Boehm, who started the company with her husband, died on November 19, 2010.  Her obituary in the New York Times contains an interesting summary of the company’s history.   Boehm porcelain is housed in world-class museums and is commissioned by American presidents, foreign heads of states, and royalty as gifts to represent their countries on state occasions.

Since Christmas is coming, we want to remember Mrs. Boehm by featuring this very special porcelain nativity set at Ann’s.   Four pieces include the angel, Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus.   This Boehm Holy Family is for someone who would appreciate a unique gift from this treasured American porcelain company.  

You can get a grilling apron just like Bill’s in Saturday’s post (see below).   Ann’s has them for $19.95.  Adjustable neck, tie back.  It’s an easy-to-mail gift from Texas for your out-of-state family and friends!  Shop now for Christmas at Ann’s!

Meet Verilyn Bounds.  She came to Ann’s this morning and saw our new “Bright and Early” coffee selection.  As it turns out, Mrs. Bounds used to work for the Duncan Coffee Company here in Houston, Texas, and was one of their tasters!  She sampled some of Ann’s “Bright and Early” and told us it is just like she remembered, right down to the packaging.   Come in and sample some for yourself.  Coffee’s on now at Ann’s!

Verilyn Bounds, center, used to work at Duncan Coffee and regularly tasted-tested their new brew flavors! She is delighted to see her favorite coffee available now at Ann's! Ann, left, and Bill, right.

Cock-a-doodle-do!  When the cock crows, you need some coffee.  Ann’s has a new coffee for you and it’s roasted, ground, and packaged right here in Houston, TX.    The 4th generation Duncan family produces “Bright and Early” and Ann’s is the only store anywhere that sells it.    Not only is it excellent coffee, but at Ann’s you get a TEXAS pound, which is 16 ounces, for $11.95  (unlike other stores who offer a “pound” of coffee in a 12 oz. package).  Choose from flavors such as Native Pecan, Texas Cinnamon, Dark Roast, House Blend, 100% Colombian and Breakfast Blend in whole bean or ground.  Come sample some at Ann’s and pick up a package or two.  It’s a great gift to send out-of-state friends and relatives who would enjoy a “taste of Texas” for their morning brew!

Ann’s classic Majorica pearl jewelry makes lovely and elegant earrings that she would love for Christmas.   They’ll go with all her outfits and are small enough to stash in her stocking for Christmas morning.  Come to Ann’s and choose a pair for her!  Shop for Christmas at Ann’s!

Ann’s has the books that grandma loves to give the grandkids!  Lots of new ones are in for Christmas.  Come pick up a few to give to your family’s children!  Here are a few titles, only some of many:

Entertain in rustic style this Thanksgiving.   Ann’s outrageous pieces made from antlers are Texas big and guaranteed to get the guests talking.   He would love one of these for Christmas, but give it to him early so you can use them for Thanksgiving and holiday parties this season!

Extra large stainless corkscrew/opener with antlers handles, $257.50

These Lampe Berger fragrances are our seasonal best sellers for this time of year: 

Orange Cinnamon
Heavenly Spruce
Gingerbread

Make sure you have plenty of Lampe Berger fragrance on hand to keep your house smelling good and the season’s goodies on your mind!  (To learn more about how Lampe Berger works, click here.)    Give some as a gift!  Stock up at Ann’s now.

Orange Cinnamon Lampe Berger Fragrance is Ann's #1 Christmas best seller!

Gingerbread is new and smells great. We're burning it now. Come see for yourself!

To get you thinking of your Christmas shopping on Monday morning before Thanksgiving, here are a few new necklaces from Simon Sebbag.  Buy a gift, then buy one for yourself!  Isn’t that the way everyone Christmas shops???

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