August 4, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cheryl’s Unique Boutique Hosts Grand Opening Celebration on August 15
& Collects School Supplies for Kent Salvation Army

Kent, Washington, August 4, 2009 – Cheryl Wright, owner of Cheryl’s Unique Boutique, is celebrating the boutique’s grand opening with an in-store customer event on Saturday, August 15. From 1 to 4 p.m., customers and guests will be treated to refreshments, music, sales and prize giveaways at the boutique on West Meeker Street in downtown Kent. The public is invited to attend, and everyone who brings a friend will get a free latte, compliments of Cheryl’s Unique Boutique.

After working in the property management and mortgage industries, Wright opened the distinctive store late last year, fulfilling a lifelong dream of owning her own shop. In the midst of a recession, Wright felt it was a good time to offer local shoppers an affordable place to purchase merchandise for men, women and children, including clothing, shoes, jewelry, accessories and more. In an unusual twist, the boutique also offers lattes, mochas and houseplants grown in the boutique’s greenhouse.

“Everything in the store is priced at under $30, so everyone can afford to shop here,” Wright said.

Since airing a new TV commercial, customers have been eager to find Wright’s store. Cheryl’s Unique Boutique is located at 406 West Meeker Street, near Bev’s Cucina and across from the Meeker Street Emporium which is closing later this month. As a Kent resident for more than 10 years, Wright chose downtown Kent for her boutique because she wanted to work close to home and contribute to the revitalization of downtown.

“I just love downtown Kent, and I want to see it thrive,” Wright said.

As an active member of the community, Wright has also agreed to be a donation site for Kent Salvation Army’s school supply drive for Kent and Auburn schools. From August 1 through 31, the boutique is accepting school supply donations during normal store hours for grades kindergarten through 12. Needed items include wide-ruled paper, rules, pens, pencils and erasers, backpacks, glue, crayons, markers and other school supplies.

Cheryl’s Unique Boutique is run by Wright, her daughter Susie and their dog Lilly, an energetic puppy that greets guests from behind the corner. The store is open Monday through Saturday and features new and resale items for men, women and children, all priced below $30. For more information about Cheryl’s Unique Boutique, contact Wright or visit the store’s new website at www.cherylsuniqueboutiquellc.com or blog at http://cherylsuniqueboutique.blogspot.com.

For more information, please contact:

Cheryl Wright, owner
Cheryl’s Unique Boutique, LLC
406 W. Meeker St.
Kent, WA  98032
253-854-0155
www.cherylsuniqueboutiquellc.com

July 22, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

A Bridal Shower for You:
Marie Haggin Accessories to Unveil Bridal Gowns & Wedding Services
at July 26 Bridal Shower & Fashion Show

Kent, Washington, July 22, 2009 – Debbie Marie Haggin, owner of Marie Haggin Accessories, is excited to announce that she has added bridal gowns and wedding services to her Kent Station boutique. With more than 100 gowns in stock, the dresses come in a variety of sizes, styles and price ranges from designers like Jasmine, Signature and Eternity. To simplify planning for brides-to-be, Marie Haggin Accessories also offers an array of wedding services including bridal showers, wedding favors, a gift registry, jewelry and gifts for the wedding party, tablescapes and more.

Though the gowns have been on display since June, Marie Haggin Accessories will officially unveil the dresses and wedding services at her store during a special Bridal Shower and Fashion Show this Sunday, July 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. This bridal event, A Bridal Shower for You, will feature Marie Haggin’s elegant bridal gowns as well as a variety of wedding vendors including Jacquie’s Cakes, Sweet Rhema Cookies, Wink Cup Cakes, Adams DJ Service, Bella home & garden, Zebra Lilly, Open Space Studio, Perk Up Place, A Bride’s Dream and Mama Stortini’s. The public is invited to attend.

“I love pampering brides so I’m thrilled to offer bridal gowns and wedding services in Kent,” Haggin said. “Brides can come to Marie Haggin to find the perfect dress along with many of the services they’ll need to host their dream wedding.”

In addition to designing jewelry for her store, Haggin has a background in dress design and wedding planning, and she has a flair for creating one-of-a-kind celebrations like A Bridal Shower for You.

“The bridal shower and fashion show will display our beautiful gowns and highlight local caterers, bakeries and other wedding vendors, so brides-to-be and their families can see what’s possible,” Haggin said. “This event will be the best of my in-store parties yet. I hope the community will come out to see what we have to offer.”

Now featuring bridal gowns and wedding services, Marie Haggin Accessories offers a fun array of unique gifts and accessories including scarves, handbags, jewelry, dishware, bath and body items, home décor, baby gifts, and more. Named “Best Gift Store” by the Kent Reporter in 2009, Marie Haggin Accessories is located at 441 Ramsay Way, Suite 103 in Kent Station, next to Chico’s.

For more information, please contact:

Debbie Haggin, owner
Marie Haggin Accessories
253-859-9769
Email
www.MarieHaggin.com and http://mariehagginaccessories.blogspot.com
Hours:      Monday – Saturday:  10 am – 8 pm and Sunday:  11 am – 6 pm

During Kent’s Cornucopia Days (July 9 – 12), Earthworks Gem Design Studio will be featuring the work of a new artist from South Africa. Stop by and say ‘hi’ to Steve and Donna and to see the work of their featured artists. Artisan jewelry available from $29.

Steve and Donna St. Louis, Owners
Earthworks Gem Design Studio
235 First Avenue South, Kent, WA  98032
253-859-4112

Marie Haggin Accessories is one of my favorite stores in downtown Kent. Now at Kent Station, the store has become so popular that it is expanding into a larger space, next to Chico’s on Ramsay Way. The store re-opens this Wednesday, October 29 with more selection and some new products and services. If you love fun fashion accessories, handmade jewelry, or unique home decor, then you will love Marie Haggin!

If you haven’t visited Earthworks on the corner of First Avenue South and Titus Streets in downtown Kent, make time to stop by. This jewelry boutique, owned by Steve & Donna St. Louis, is one of my favorite jewelry stores. I bought a gold & silver ring designed by Steve there a few months ago, and I just love it. It’s pretty, funky and different. They have unique jewelry, hand created by several different artists. They have a great selection, particularly of wedding jewelry. I stopped by last week to check out wedding bands for my fiance and they had a good selection ranging from affordable to pricey. What I liked is that there were unique choices…not just your usual gold and silver bands with the occasional diamond tossed in. In addition to their inventory, they also do customized designs, jewelry cleaning and appraisals – your one stop jewelry shop, I guess you could say. Stop in next time you’re downtown and make sure you tell them Dana said, “hi!”