Get Your Grill On!

fire wire Get Your Grill On!You know it’s summer when the air is filled with all the aromas of the barbeque.  We are ready to help make your evenings a little easier and more delicious with a full range of bbq essentials.

• Sauces, Rubs and Spices – We’re stocked with a variety of special grilling enhancers to bring out the flavor of your meats.

• Fire Wire® Flexible Grilling Skewer is an ingenious cable-style grilling skewer that makes grilling easier than ever before. These flexible skewers are twice as long as traditional skewers.  Simply attach your meats and vegetables, marinate in a bag and place on the grill.

• Outdoor cooking is more fun with the family with our Kid’s Sous Chef kit featuring apron, hat and oven mitts for the little ones!

• Gelato Mixes are a sweet treat you can easily whip up using plain milk.

hot squeeze chipotle Get Your Grill On!• Hot Squeeze Sweet Heat Chipotle Sauce is the must-have addition to your summer.  It’s spicy, it’s sweet, it’s sassy and it’s sexy… all in one bottle.  Use it on everything you grill from salmon, steak, pork, burgers and chicken to dips, vegetables, pizzas and more!  Pick up a bottle today!

smore12 Get Your Grill On!• Kid’s S’more Kits – This complete kit comes with everything you need: roasting sticks, chocolate, marshmallows, graham crackers and even campfire songs!  A fabulous gift for parties at only $13.95.

• Cupcake Kits – Easy fun for kids and adults! Choose from our Blooming Cupcakes or Ice Cream Cone Cupcake kits – complete with everything you need to bake, frost and enjoy.

Set the Table for Summer

lolita wine glasses1 Set the Table for Summer

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Introducing several new patterns to complement your summer table!  Check out our new Majolica-like patterns in lovely shades of spring colors.

Enjoy your wine in one of our hand-painted wine glasses.  No two are alike so you can avoid the never-ending question of “whose wine is this?”

For fans of Lolita we have a summer selection of plastic wine glasses and plates. Great for your girls nights on the deck.

A Letter from a Friend

Dear Little Traveler,

square building A Letter from a FriendWhen being asked what childhood memory stuck out in my mind, I was extremely surprised at the picture that flashed in my mind.  The image of the front of The Little Traveler.  The lunches, puppet shows, and story times that I was given the opportunity to sit through have made a memory that is unforgettable.  I remember my mom getting the newsletter and I would anxiously await what event was scheduled.

I was first taken to The Little Traveler when I was five years old.  I went with my grandma and mother in order to meet my childhood obsession: Madeline, the character from my favorite book.  My grandmother promised me I could take my picture with her.  Sure enough, I got my picture and even got to work side by side with my grandma to make a hat just like Madeline’s.  Little did I know at the time that this outing would be one of my favorite memories.

My grandma became sick this year with cancer, and during her treatment I kept playing that memory over in my mind, hanging on to such a fun time.  I am happy to say my grandma is cancer-free at the moment.  I hope we can make another trip to lunch at The Little Traveler once again, and I can feel like “one of the ladies.”

Sincerely,

Kelly Del Valle, Woodridge, IL

Kelly will receive a $50 gift certificate as a token of our thanks for this lovely letter. Send your letters to Almanack Editor, 404 S. Third St., Geneva, IL 60134.

Byer’s Choice Summer Collection

breyer bride Byer’s Choice Summer Collectionbreyer hall of fame Byer’s Choice Summer CollectionNow you can enjoy Byer’s Choice year-round with these new collections at The Little Traveler. You’ll love the new Wedding Party, featuring Bride, Groom, Ring Bearer and Flower girl.Dressed in vintage uniforms, the new Baseball Hall of Fame Player is sure to hit a home run. The new family tea time has Mother with Teacup, Daughter with Teddy Bear and Sandwich Board Man. And don’t miss the vintage English Milk Maid. Stop by today to choose your newest addition.

Think Christmas Now

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Peppermint Pete's from the Department 56 North Pole Series (in-store selections may vary)

We are decking the halls starting in June as all our holiday 2010 collections start arriving. For the first time ever, Department 56 has pre-shipped samples of their 2010 Christmas collections.

With over 50 new pieces, this is one of their biggest introductions in recent memory. Now you have the opportunity to visualize your holiday display long before you set it up. We’re happy to take your orders now!

Annual Christmas in July Event!

20% off all holiday decorations.

(Excludes collectibles.)

Outdoor Living

silk flowers in metal Outdoor Living

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Beautiful florals are the heart of any home. Browse through our colorful selection of flowers for indoor and outdoors. Choose a ready -made arrangement, make your own or ask our designers to create something for you.

Escape the ordinary and make your own zen room with easy accessories: large bamboo poles (up to 8 ft. tall), bamboo or rattan Chinese candle lanterns and bamboo table top bowls to grace your table. A must for summer relaxing!

Make your porch or patio the place to gather this season with stylish new garden furniture.  Rattan and wicker seating, colorful metal and glass occasional tables, plant stands, gazebos, arbors and pedestals will transform your space. What’s really amazing? The prices!  See for yourself!

Garden Statues – Large outdoor animal figures to decorate your yard and garden.

Soothing whimsical fountains featuring frogs resting on lily pads or a colorful toucan harmonize your space.  Also check out our fun bird houses!

They’re back… our wonderful selection of bird baths in a number of sizes and styles and, oh so incredibly priced, starting at just $7.50.

Revel in the beauty of nature in our Linen, Bath and Lighting department

anavti lolita Revel in the beauty of nature in our Linen, Bath and Lighting department

Image is a sample of the type of products we carry in our store. In-store selections may vary (Pictured: Avanti Lolita Shopaholic Apron)

• Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature this season with birds, butterflies, trees and flowers proudly displayed on linens, night lights, chandeliers and towels.

• Many of our towels have 100% cotton threads, some contain bamboo and all are wonderfully absorbent and beautiful. Choose from soaps, lotions and perfumes featuring the lovely scents of nature – light florals, spicy ginger, luscious pomegranate, wonderful citrus and calming lavender.

• Calling all girly-girls!  Get your Avanti Lolita here!  This signature line features a hot pink, white and black palette with fun girly-inspired theme: pillows, aprons, sweet towels, make up bags and more.

Toys Toys Toys!

favorite friends doll Toys Toys Toys!• It’s a stroller convention in The Little Traveler’s Toy Department!  Baby dolls will love our new styles and designs: Umbrella strollers, singles, doubles and even carrier-styles.  Hurry before they roll out the door!

• Girls will love the new playable 18-inch Madame Alexander Dolls. The vinyl dolls come in three different styles and numerous clothes and accessories for hours of play.

• Ice cream! We have your cravings covered with everything from real ice cream makers that use your own ingredients, to ice cream poppers, stacking games, kaleidoscopes and an ice cream pen/lip gloss.

smart toss Toys Toys Toys!• The race is on.  Complete car and track sets come with everything you need: easy snap tracks, cars, caves, trees and more. Works well for ages 3 and up.

•  Kids learn addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and have fun too with the Smart Toss math bean bag game.  Great fun for the entire family.

Vera Bradley 2010

July 8, 2010: The Debut of New Fall Prints and Styles!

Be the first to pick up the new fall Vera Bradley. The Little Traveler will have all four new prints including Hello Dahlia (fuchsia) and Barcelona (black & white), plus a number of new styles too! We’re especially excited about the the new Laptop Backpack – very convenient and stylish.

pencilmein Vera Bradley 2010

Pencil Me In Set

July 8-19: Pencil Me In

Get this specially designed pencil pouch & pencil box set for only $20.

July 22-August 2: Paperclip Gift with Purchase

Free 8-piece Paperclip Set with the purchase of any 2 Vera Stationery items.

August 5-16: Weekender Special

Pick up your weekender for only $75. Any pattern.  (Reg. $92)

Summer 2010 Bead Events

The Little Traveler is your headquarters for beads and bracelets with our expanded collections from Trollbeads, Halia and Chamilia.  Between all our lines, the possibilities are endless! We can show you how to mix and match for individuality.

Become a member of our Bead Club and enjoy great savings, too! It’s easy!  Just sign up and we’ll keep track of your points.  For every 10 beads you purchase, you’ll receive a $25 gift card good towards beads, bead bracelets and bead accessories.

halia Summer 2010 Bead Events

June 22-26: Halia Beads Event

Receive a free sterling silver bracelet with $100 Halia bead purchase.

brighton charms Summer 2010 Bead Events

June 25 though July 11: Brighton B Charming

FREE bracelet with $50 charm purchase (includes charms, beads and spacers). Don’t miss the debut of the Knotty Stopper Beads starting June 25.

chamilia longb Summer 2010 Bead Events

July 23-24: Camilia Beads Event

Receive a free silver bracelet with $100 Chamilia Bead purchase.