Paisley Wedding Band from Applesofgold.com

(PRWEB) February 13, 2012

Apples of Gold jewelry retailer announced the release of its 2012 white gold wedding bands collection. Their selection of high quality, affordable jewelry continues to grow, and this collection brings brilliant creation and superb craftsmanship to their already extensive inventory.

Before wedding bells ring this spring, couples should check out this new selection of white gold bands to find the perfect ring to seal their love. This new collection offers a broad range of styles, but Apples of Gold isn’t stopping there. They plan to add even more wedding rings in the next few months–perfect timing for the bride and groom who are still looking for that special ring with which to say “I do.”

Apples of Gold’s new white gold wedding band collection has something for everyone with both traditional designs and contemporary fashions. One contemporary ring is the white gold concave band, which has a center that is curved in to make for a unique look. Another choice is the square wedding band in 14K white gold. With perpendicular edges on the outside and rounded finish on the inside, this marries style and comfort, and includes a beautiful brush finish.

Many couples today want their ring to show bling, and Apples of Gold answers that demand with the three round cut diamonds set in solid 14K white gold — a great choice for the contemporary man. Ladies will gush over three rows of diamonds set in a broad domed band. Both husband and wife will sparkle with these ring selections.

Perhaps the most symbolic ring in the 2012 collection is the two halves ring. Like the bride and groom, each half of the ring is forged individually and then melded as one ring to create an excellent visual of the marriage covenant. This design is ready for purchase in either 14K or 18K white gold.

A 14K white gold hammered ring offers detailed faceting but still remains simply sophisticated. This ring includes a polished edges and a special comfort fit, which allows the ring to better conform to the contours of the finger. Couples interested in this design should also consider the same hammered finish but with diamonds set in the center of band, encircled throughout. These rings offer the convenience of being purchased individually or as a set.

Those couples looking for a traditional ring with a bit of flare can go with the 14K white gold and rose gold band. The outer surface of the ring boasts a brilliant white gold with a brushed finish, but interior of the ring offers a subtle beauty with warm-colored rose gold. This marrying of metals is sure to please any couple looking for beautifully refined rings.

Consumers should also take note that Apples of Gold offers their fine jewelry at 40 percent below standard retail pricing, so there’s the right ring for any budget. Check out applesofgold.com for their full wedding bands inventory.

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Vera Wang Gold Border

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 16, 2012

William Arthur, in partnership with Vera Wang, is proud to introduce the new Vera Wang On Weddings collection of personalized wedding stationery.

The new Vera Wang On Weddings collection contains over 35 unique wedding stationery trousseaus that capture an incredible range of whimsy and elegance. The assortment of wedding invitations and stationery abounds with tactile embellishments, playful proportions, and a palette that is both elegant and unexpected.

Inspired by Vera Wang’s bridal and ready-to-wear lines, Vera Wang On Weddings reflects the classic yet modern and sophisticated aesthetic that has made Vera Wang a fashion icon. Vera Wang On Weddings is available at select fine stationers nationwide, and online at http://www.williamarthur.com.

About Vera Wang

Vera Wang Group designs, markets and distributes collections of women’s ready-to-wear, cocktail attire and bridal. Vera Wang Licensing LLC, the licensing division of the company, has selectively granted licenses for the manufacture and distribution of fragrance and beauty-related products (Coty Prestige, Inc.), eyewear (The Kenmark Group), china, crystal, silver and gifts (WWRD), fine papers (William Arthur), bedding (Revman International), Lavender footwear (Brown Shoe Company), luggage (Hartmann), flowers (FTD) and Barbie (Mattel, Inc.). In addition, Vera Wang on Weddings was published by Harper Collins in 2001. In 2007, the company began a partnership with Kohl’s to introduce Simply Vera, Vera Wang, a lifestyle collection. In spring 2011, Vera Wang launched her highly anticipated inaugural collection for David’s Bridal, WHITE by Vera Wang, which brings the acclaimed Vera Wang aesthetic to a new set of brides. In Fall 2011, Vera Wang partnered with Zale Corporation to introduce Vera Wang LOVE, an exclusive collection of diamond engagement rings, wedding bands and solitaire jewelry. Set to launch in the first quarter of 2012, Vera Wang introduced an exclusive collection of rental tuxedos for Men’s Wearhouse. For more information on Vera Wang, please visit the company’s website at http://www.verawang.com.

About William Arthur

In business for more than 60 years, William Arthur is widely considered one of the finest makers of luxury stationery, including wedding invitations, baby announcements, social stationery and holiday greeting and photo cards. The company delivers superior quality through fine handcraftsmanship of its products. Orders for William Arthur stationery can be placed at select fine stationery retailers nationwide, or ordered directly online at the company’s website: http://www.williamarthur.com

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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) February 16, 2012

L.L. Brown Jewelers Inc., San Francisco’s premier jewelry, gemstone and watch vendor, announces its relocation to 221 Sansome St. in San Francisco. The new location in Sansome provides a central location for its clients to utilize public transportation and is closer to BART and more convenient parking.

“Our almost 30 years in business in the Bay Area allows us to offer our friends and customers the best price for all of their gold, platinum, silver, diamonds, jewelry, coins and watches,” President Kenneth R. Brown of L.L. Brown Jewelers said. “Our new and easy-to-get-to location makes it convenient for everyone. We are honored to be called the ‘the Bay Area’s most trusted gold buyer.’”

L.L. Brown Jewelers Inc. is a San Francisco establishment that offers a wide array of stunning jewelry for men and women. It offers customers excellent prices on bracelets, rings, cuff links, necklaces and several other pieces of fine European designer jewelry made from precious and semi-precious stones. The company also features custom work and exceptional jewelry repair and watch repair, as well as sells diamonds.

“We buy gold, silver, platinum, diamonds, jewelry, coins, and watches Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,” Brown said. “If a client has unwanted diamonds, we buy diamonds. Bring your unwanted jewelry to someone you can trust.”

For more information about any of L.L. Brown Jewelers’ products or services, call 415-398-3305, view the jewelers on the web at http://www.llbrownjewelers.net or visit 221 Sansome St. in San Francisco.

About L.L. Brown Jewelers Inc.

For almost 30 Years, L.L. Brown has served the San Francisco Bay Area as the premier jewelry destination for men and women. L.L. Brown is San Francisco’s most trusted gold and jewelry buyer. With gold at its highest levels in decades, now is the right time to sell gold from any unwanted jewelry. Call or stop by today.

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North Adams, Massachusetts (PRWEB) February 18, 2012

Just as powersports enthusiasts are gearing up for another action-packed season of outdoor fun, SprocketList.com is launching its 2012 Pro-Line Trailer Giveaway.

Raceway Media’s SprocketList.com, the free online classifieds for powersports, is giving away a 7 x 14’ Bullet V-Nose Pro-Line trailer worth over $ 6,000. Anyone 18 years or older can enter the sweepstakes by submitting their entry on SprocketList.com. Mail-in entries are also welcome; instructions are available at SprocketList.com.

The 7 x 14’ Pro-Line trailer features 3/8-inch plywood walls, 3/4-inch heavy-duty plywood floors with vinyl covering, a side door and a heavy-duty rear ramp door. It also sports E-Z lube axles plus a dome light and roof vent.

“We’re really excited to be offering up an excellent ProLine enclosed trailer again this year,” said SprocketList President Joe Tripp. “This thing is packed with high-end features and is capable of hauling all your toys…the lucky winner will love it!”

SprocketList.com is a free online classifieds site dedicated to motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile and PWC enthusiasts. Powersports enthusiasts can search the extensive listings to find the equipment they’re looking for or post a free ad listing their item for sale. SprocketList.com is part of the RacingJunk.com network, which receives over 70 million page views and 2.8 million site visits per month, and also powers the classifieds for notable brands like AMA, Cycle News, RacerX, BikerNet and many others.

The 2012 SprocketList Sweepstakes kicks off February 18, 2012 and runs through December 31, 2012.

ABOUT RACEWAY MEDIA

Raceway Media, LLC, a Boxcar Media, LLC company, is a multimedia publishing firm serving the racing and performance enthusiast industries. Their flagship property, RacingJunk.com, is a free “one-stop shop” for those looking to buy, sell, trade, entertain or interact with people throughout the automotive and motorcycle racing and performance communities.

The company’s holdings include RacingJunk.com, CollectorCarNation.com and SprocketList.com, which together have over 595,000 registered members. Raceway Media also owns the recently launched vehicle showcase site, WideOpenGarage.com.

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NowGold Staff

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) February 16, 2012

NowGold, BBB A+ rated, celebrates 24 years of turning jewelry into cash. Their risk-free service of buying jewelry for top dollar from people selling their gold has helped thousands of people and families in these uncertain and difficult economic times.

“We’re very proud to be celebrating 24 years of helping customers by providing cash for gold and never more so than the last few years when so many people have lost their jobs and need extra dollars,” says Lee Heavener, CEO NowGold.

Their longevity and success are attributed to three simple policies: Satisfaction Guaranteed with a 110% Price-Match Guarantee and a 10 Day Satisfaction Guarantee, lightening fast payments and a safe, secured and insured handling method.

They help customers sell their gold worry-free with the NowGold Satisfaction Guaranteed that carries a 110% Price-Match Guarantee offer. This offer is to match and pay an additional 10% if the customer should received a higher offer on their jewelry within 30 days of the sale with NowGold. Additionally, if for any reason the customer feels that any of their items have not been fairly evaluated by NowGold.com, the customer can simply return the check or call within ten days of the date on the check and NowGold.com will promptly return their items.

Today, many people need cash fast and they have addressed this need with their Lightning Fast Payments policy. Customers can use their InstantPay Method to instantly get cash for gold by direct deposit into their bank account or they can choose to receive a check by mail.

Added to this is more customer protection provided with their Safe, Secured and Insured policy. As a licensed and insured Precious Metals Dealer and their BBB A+ rating customers can sell gold jewelry with confidence. They offer U.S. Postal Service or FedEx shipping and handling procedures that are safe and secure, and insured for your protection.

Untold numbers of customers have expressed their satisfaction with their selling gold experience with NowGold. Just two stories are provided here: “I was very leery to send in my old broken and unwanted gold jewelry. I did a lot of research, sent an E-mail and called once before I sent in my gold. I am still amazed at the professional and prompt service. They answered all of my questions immediately. I got a lot more money for my gold jewelry than I expected. I will absolutely refer them to friends and family and will do business with them again,” says Kara Morton, Metolius, Oregon

“I was desperate to replace my leaky roof. I rounded up some old and unwanted gold from my jewelry box and turned it into $ 2950 in just 3 days. No more leaky roof,” says Sandy Spaziano, St. Petersburg, Florida.

People or families wanting to sell their gold can get all of the questions answered by visiting NowGold.com or calling 1-800-584-7355.

About NowGold

NowGold, located in Orlando, FL, has been buying and selling gold since 1988. A licensed and insured Precious Metals Dealer, they hold a Better Business Bureau A+ rating and are registered as a trusted company with VeriSign. They are rated #1 with the consumer advocate site http://OnlineGoldScam.com. . For more information visit NowGold at http://www.sellgoldcashforgold.com, http://www.Facebook.com/NowGold or call 1-800-584-SELL.

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Austin, TX (PRWEB) February 14, 2012

Slideshow tool provider, Photodex, highlights Roberta Przybylski who has taught hundreds of students how to create slideshows about themselves, enhanced seniors’ legacy stories, self-esteem, vitality of mind and creativity and helped hundreds preserve memories for younger generations to enjoy.

When Roberta Przybylski retired at 55, she never thought she’d teach adults, but after working as an educator, a technical writer and teaching herself how to use the computer, it seemed like a natural fit. She began volunteering at Austin Computer Learning Center, a non-profit and part of the Austin Groups for the Elderly where for the last 12 years she’s taught hundreds of adults how to use their computer. In 2005, she was introduced to Photodex’s ProShow Gold for creating video slideshows and immediately knew it would benefit her students.

“I saw the possibilities for ‘Digital Legacy’ stories and memories for my older students. I was intrigued with the multimedia aspect of hearing a person’s voice tell a story and have their favorite music at the same time,” said Roberta. “Making shows documents my students’ travels and enhances their legacy stories, keeps them vital in mind, and expresses their creativity through their photographs.”

She began teaching “Digitizing Your Legacy” at the University of Texas for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and at the Austin Computer Learning Center and has never looked back. Roberta recently won the SXSW Dewey Winburne for her community service in teaching with technology and the effects are lasting throughout the community.

With the help of ProShow Gold and Producer, Roberta has taught a variety of people including veterans from World War II and Vietnam to returning Iraq and Afghan vets how to make memories come alive in the most professional way using their old photos, favorite music and voice recordings. Her work has also helped one of her students who volunteers at the Settlement Home for Girls put together Quincinera slideshows for their birthdays. Local philanthropy chapters, such as Austin Samaritans led by Dr. John Doty, a noted Oncologist, have raised money with moving video slideshows created by Lynn Herrin that capture the organization’s mission through poignant photos and stories.

One of her students, Bert Crowson, a retired minister at University Avenue Church of Christ and Director of Disaster Response Program for the Texas State Department now uses ProShow to show the congregation “People You Need to Know” in their 80s. “In these church videos I wanted to give honor to those older members and tell them how much we love and appreciate them. So often the kind words spoken are said too late and only the family is able to benefit from them at a memorial service,” Bert said.

Roberta also offers a Grandparent/Grandchild Camp in the summer so the younger generations can work together with the older generations in telling their stories and letting the younger generation appreciate and get to know their grandparents white helping them with the technology needed to make the show.

Among the technologies Roberta teaches, Photodex’s ProShow Gold and Producer have given her the most joy. “As long as my students understand drag and drop, they can create meaningful slideshows. We have non-technical grandparents who can put a show together and their families think they are regular Ken Burns’ directors and producers.”

“Our students have read a favorite story or poem and recorded themselves for their families. This type of connection was not possible to them in the past so these classes have helped them grow and are they very committed to learning the technique using Producer and Gold as their vehicles.”

About Photodex

Photodex helps consumers and professional photographers create unique slideshows that transform their digital memories into something special. The ProShow family of HD slideshow tools is used by millions of people to turn their photos and videos into amazing stories for any screen at home, online and on-the-go. With more than 20 years of digital imaging experience, we’re serious about slideshows and dedicated to delivering exceptional products, support and service to our customers.

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(PRWEB) May 25, 2011

CheapOilPainting.com notes that the question of price is a difficult one. Inflation rates change constantly, not to mention the gossip that circulates the web leading to speculation and conflicting information. Cheapoilpainting.com’s team of researchers has come up with a comprehensive list of paintings correlated between multiple trustworthy sources. The ten most expensive oil paintings in history are:

1. $ 140 million: Jackson Pollock. Number 5, 1948 (1948)

Sold to an anonymous buyer in 2006, this Expressionist classic exudes Pollock paintings trademark “drip” style. The painting was completed on an 8’ x 4’ fiberboard sheet, with thick amounts of mostly yellow and brown paint drizzled on top.

2. $ 137.5 million: Willem de Kooning. Woman III (1953)

Steven Cohen bought the painting in 2006. Woman III represents the only Kooning “Woman” painting still owned by a private collector. Combined with Pollock, the dollars indicate that American abstract Expressionism has surpassed Impression as the most valued art period and style, although who knows how long that will last?

3. $ 135 million: Gustav Klimt. Adele Bloch-Bauer I (1907)

When cosmetic tycoon Ronald Lauder acquired this Klimt painting in 2006 it sent shockwaves through the artistic community. The painting was part of several which had been recently returned to the heirs of Ferdinand Bloch-Bauer after the Nazis confiscated his paintings in WWII. This ornate masterpiece took three years to complete and measures 54.3 by 54.3 inches. It is made of oil and gold on canvas.

4. $ 106.5 million: Pablo Picasso. Nude, Green Leaves and Bust (1932)

An anonymous buyer in 2010 purchased this colorful and sensual Picasso masterpiece. It has been reported by the New York Times to be the most expensive painting ever sold at auction (as of 2010). At 64 x 51 inches, it shows Picasso’s mistress Marie-Thérèse Walter, with Picasso’s profile cleverly disguised in the blue background.

5. $ 104.1 million: Pablo Picasso. Garçon a la pipe (1904)

Picasso once again makes an appearance, this time with a painting of a young smoker with a pipe sitting in front of a floral background, sold to an anonymous buyer in 2004. The sale represented two landmarks for the art community: it was the first time the $ 100 million barrier was broken and it also surpassed the 1990 record for most expensive painting ever sold, held by van Gogh and the sale of Portrait of Dr. Gachet.

6. $ 100 million: Andy Warhol. Eight Elvises 1963

An anonymous buyer fetched this piece in 2008. This Warhol masterpiece measures more than 12 feet long, and even more so in price: It exceeded the previous world record for a Warhol work, which was held by Green Car Crash (Green Burning Car I) when it sold for $ 71.7 million in 2007.

7. $ 95.2 million: Pablo Picasso. Dora Maar au Chat (1941)

Picasso’s third painting in the top 10 list, bought by an anonymous buyer in 2006, is of his lover, Dora Maar, who he met in France while it was under occupation by the Nazis. Ms Maar was a native Parisian, but raised in Argentina and therefore fluent in Spanish, Picasso’s native language. The two lived together for many years, with this portrait just one of many Maar posed for.

8. $ 91 million: Titian. Diana and Actaeon (1556-1559)

Bought by the National Galleries of Scotland and the National Gallery in London in 2009, this magnificent painting has all the splendor and beauty of Titian’s famed “painted poetries.” It was previously owned by the Duke of Sutherland, who offered it to the U.K public instead of private art collectors. Its sister picture, Diana and Callisto, is also expected to be bought by the museums in 2012. According to the Guardian in 2009, the acquisition was the largest public purchase of a single work of art in the UK ever.

9. $ 87.9 million: Gustav Klimt. Adele Bloch-Bauer II (1912)

Klimt made a reappearance in the top 10 list when an anonymous buyer purchased Klimt’s second version of Adele in 2006, this time in a more traditional oil on canvas painting. The portrait measures 75 x 47 inches and is the only time one model has been painted twice by Klimt.

10. $ 86.3 million: Francis Bacon. Tryptich 1976 (1976),

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich bought the famous Bacon piece in 2008. The work was one of Bacon’s favorites, evidenced by his remark in 1979: “Triptychs are the thing I like doing most, and I think this may be related to the thought I’ve sometimes had of making a film. I like the juxtaposition of the images separated on three different canvases. So far as my work has any quality, I often feel perhaps it is the triptychs have the most quality.”

Who is Cheapoilpainting.com?

Cheapoilpainting.com offers museum-quality famous oil painting reproduction artwork at a price everyone can afford, with up to 70% off gallery prices. The company has a 30-day, 100% money back guarantee, along with an extensive 100% satisfaction guarantee. High resolution photos are sent to customers for approval before shipping any painting and shipping of paintings is free of charge. Browse Cheapoilpainting.com to view its extensive collection of oil paintings and for special offers.

References

The Guardian. February 2, 2009. “Titian’s Diana and Actaeon saved for the nation”.

The Economist. November 26, 2009. “The Pop master’s highs and lows”.

Huffington Post. 2010. “Roman Abramovich Buys An Island For His Art”.

The New York Times. May 4, 2010. “Picasso Sells at Auction for $ 106.5 Million, a Record for a Work of Art”.

The New York Times. June 19, 2006. “Lauder Pays $ 135 Million, a Record, for a Klimt Portrait”.

The New York Times. November 2, 2006. “A Pollock Is Sold, Possibly for a Record Price”.

Wikipedia. 2010. “List of most expensive paintings”.

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Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) February 09, 2012

Two months ago, employees at SportSoleil RhythmicGymnasticStore.com were surprised to get a rush order for Rhythmic Gymnastics Ribbons and Ribbon Sticks from a studio in Los Angeles known for producing television commercials for top brands.

“The customer called us and explained that they needed several ribbons and ribbon sticks the next day, because they were filming the Pepsi Superbowl commercial and wanted to include rhythmic gymnastic equipment in the commercial!”, said Superstar Head of Customer Service, Michelle.

“We had all the items in stock – they needed white, red and blue ribbons and white ribbon sticks. We packaged everything up as quickly as possible and shipped it out overnight to California. The customer received it the next day and was thrilled with the high quality rhythmic gymnastic equipment.”

The team of employees at SportSoleil, (an official distributor of Sasaki, Pastorelli, Chacott, Bleyer, Sogo, ZenRG and others) waited anxiously for SuperBowl Sunday to arrive.

“As the day drew nearer we became more excited! We have had orders from rhythmic gymnastic world champions and even from Cirque du Soleil’s Las Vegas show in the past (which sometimes features rhythmic gymnasts, ribbons and hoops), but having our rhythmic equipment in a SuperBowl commercial is big and definitely a first for our company!”, exclaims Michelle.

The Pepsi ad featured Melanie Amaro (winner of The X Factor (US), first season), and Sir Elton John. John plays a King holding a talent contest. Amaro wins the contest by singing Aretha Franklin’s song, Respect. Unfortunately, while court jesters hold rhythmic hoops and perform some gymnastic moves in the commercial, footage featuring SportSoleil’s Rhythmic Gymnastic Equipment didn’t make the final cut.

“We were disappointed, but it was exciting to have the anticipation of it anyways!,” exclaimed a very positive Michelle.

“Elton John was wearing a crown and 3-inch gold heels and everyone knows how difficult it is to perform rhythmic gymnastics in heels! It was too bad that the studio didn’t order some rhythmic half shoes from us for Sir Elton to wear – he may have had a chance then! We also sell beautiful Swarovski Crystal Hair Nets for buns, and we think that’s more practical than a crown, but still glamorous,” states Michelle.

You can see the extended version of the commercial on uTube (at http://youtu.be/fGgPrwCLZnY) and you can find SportSoleil’s extensive line of multi-color rhythmic gymnastic ribbons, ropes, hoops, clubs and accessories at RhythmicGymnasticStore.com.

“It’s all the best FIG-certified equipment, and definitely fit for a King. Or Queen!”, exclaims Michelle.

About SportSoleil Rhythmic Gymnastic Store:

SportSoleil Rhythmic Gymnastic Store supplies the very best in rhythmic gymnastics equipment and accessories. The equipment store sells and ships equipment and accessories worldwide with great customer service and reasonable prices.

SportSoleil RhythmicGymnasticStore.com carries a range of rhythmic brands from Japan, Italy, Germany and Asia. We are proud to be an Official Supplier of Sasaki, Chacott, Pastorelli, Bleyer, Sogo, ZenRG, and other premium rhythmic gymnastic brands.

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Working with clients, not just for them.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) February 10, 2012

SBS Group adds 5280 Consulting, LLC as the newest member of its Partner Network. A leading technology consulting firm, SBS Group provides accounting and business solutions to mid-sized companies through a network of regional offices across the United States. With over 25 years of successful experience in providing business management solutions, SBS Group’s Partner Network is a Microsoft Dynamics Master VAR, providing opportunities to Microsoft Dynamics™ partners across the nation.

5280 Consulting joins the SBS Desert Mountain Region and brings over 8 years of Microsoft Dynamics SL proficiency and deep industry knowledge in distribution, manufacturing, construction and professional services. 5280 Consulting also has a deep expertise in developing custom applications and solutions around Dynamics SL. 5280 will work with the existing SBS Group Denver and SBS Desert Mountain partners and operate out of Boulder/Broomfield, Colorado office.

“We are thrilled to join the Partner Network and work with the existing Desert Mountain and Denver teams. The Partner Network is a natural expansion for us into the U.S. and will enable us to provide added solution offerings to our clients,” states Gabriel Arujo, Managing Director of SBS Group Denver.

“5280 Consulting strengthens our Microsoft Dynamics SL resources in the Desert Mountain region and enables us to serve a wider array of customers with additional vertical expertise. We are excited to welcome Gabriel and the entire 5280 team and look forward to our mutual success,” states Joseph Longo, Chief Operating Officer of SBS Group.

About SBS Group

SBS Group provides business management solutions to mid-size companies across the country. SBS delivers its solutions and services with the industry’s top technology partners including Microsoft, Sage Software, Deltek, IBM, Hewlett Packard, Citrix and others. Focused on distribution, manufacturing, supply chain management, customer relationship management, financial management, project management, service management and accounting solutions, SBS Group has over 25 years of working with clients, not just for them.

The SBS team has earned an award-winning reputation, having been recognized as a Microsoft Gold Partner, Microsoft Partner of the Year (Microsoft Dynamics SL), Microsoft Inner Circle Member 2011, New Jersey Best Places to Work Winner, and NJBIZ Business of the Year Finalist. The company is headquartered in Woodbridge, New Jersey and operates other offices in New York, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Charlotte, Atlanta, Phoenix, San Diego, New Orleans, Oklahoma City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Toledo, Washington, DC, and Los Angeles. For more information, please visit SBS Group’s website at http://www.sbsgroupusa.com. Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/sbsgroup and find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/SBSGroupUSA.

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NYC Roof Garden Design

(PRWEB) February 09, 2012

“Everything is blooming most recklessly; if it were voices instead of colors, there would be an unbelievable shrieking into the heart of the night.” ~Rainer Maria Rilke, Letters of Rainer Maria Rilke

Spring is just around the corner, and many New Yorkers are starting to turn their attention to their neglected yards, terraces, or rooftop spaces and beginning to make plans for spring gardens. To many people living in a city like New York, creating a garden is their primary means for creating a sanctuary away from the urban hustle and bustle that they have to deal with during the rest of the day. Amber Freda Home & Garden Design seeks to help city dwellers on their way to developing an outdoor oasis with a few seasonal tips from our years of experience creating beautiful urban paradises on rooftops, terraces, and backyards in the NYC area.

Having an outdoor space is really like having additional rooms in your apartment. Space is a valuable commodity, so adding outdoor rooms for sitting, eating, relaxing, and entertaining is not only aesthetically pleasing, but a smart investment as well. A well-designed garden is built to engage the senses and transport visitors to a place of peace and beauty. In a land of concrete and steel, these gardens are some of the most treasured green spaces on the planet.

The Four Season Garden is of particular interest to me because I believe the garden is a place for beauty and enjoyment in every season. Spring is a celebration of new growth and blooms, summer is a season of ripening vines and lush tropical plants, fall is the season for graceful grasses and the rich hues of leaves turning colors, and winter is a season of evergreens, berries, and the beauty of tree bark such as the brown and white exfoliating bark of the birch tree. Every season is ripe with beauty if we just know how to encourage it.

Urban gardening comes with its own unique set of challenges. Roof gardens have to deal with extremes in temperature and high winds that can quickly shred large-leaf plants not suitable to life atop a mountain-like rooftop. Most roof gardens are in somewhat remote locations, where you can sometimes work for an entire day on a garden without seeing another living soul, even though on the street below thousands of people may have walked by without a clue that a beautiful garden paradise exists several floors up. Roof gardens are like little secret jewels hidden out of reach in the clouds, nestled between skyscrapers and birds.

If planting a roof garden seems daunting, here are a few tips to help get you on your way to creating an urban paradise:

CHECK BUILDING CODES

Before starting a garden, check with the building superintendent to see about building codes and weight limits for rooftops and terraces.

USE APPROPRIATE CONTAINERS

Containers should be lightweight and portable, resist cracking in freezing weather, and hold enough soil to minimize the drying effects of wind and sun.

INSTALL AN IRRIGATION SYSTEM

In the heat of summer, plants exposed to a full day of sun and wind may need constant watering and can easily burn to a crisp if forgotten about for even a day.

KNOW YOUR CONDITIONS

The intense sun, wind, and freezing temperatures on a rooftop or terrace can be a full zone or two different than that on the street down below. A temperature gauge can help to determine whether or not you’re gardening in the arctic or the Sahara.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLANTS

Buy smaller-leaved plants that won’t get torn apart by the wind. Plants should also be able to tolerate a wide range of temperature extremes. Conical-shaped trees tend to do better and won’t get blown over by wind.

DESIGN FOR SEASONAL INTEREST

If you can see the garden from indoors, it’s a good idea to mix evergreens with annuals and perennials in the same planters so you will have colorful blooms in warmer months and something green to look at when the weather turns frosty.

PROTECT PLANTS FROM THE ELEMENTS

Stabilize evaporation rates and freeze-thaw cycles by applying a 2-3″ layer of mulch to your containers.

SPRING CLEANING ESSENTIALS

Over time, the soil in your containers will start to decompose and lose its nutritional value. Remove the top 1-2″ of soil from containers each spring and add fresh soil to reinvigorate plants.

FERTILIZE, FERTILIZE, FERTILIZE

Plants in containers eat up fertilizer much more quickly than plants in the ground. During periods of active growth, you should plan on fertilizing every two weeks for blooming and fruiting plants and once a month for all others.

PRUNE AND DIVIDE

Very large plants will need to be pruned or divided every year to keep them from outgrowing their containers. Prune spring-flowering plants after they bloom. Prune all others after the first frost.

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