Just a few a months after closing its last retail store, Linens ‘N Things has resurfaced as a popular e-commerce website that redefines the online shopping experience. Now under different ownership, the new Linens ‘N Things (www.lnt.com) catapults the brand consumers have known and loved for 34 years into the 21st century and beyond. Promising to set the standard for what’s to become the new model for many traditional brick-and-mortar retailers, the new Linens ‘N Things is about creating the ultimate online shopping experience.

Visit the new Linens ‘N Things (www.lnt.com) to discover a wide assortment of highly recognized and popular home and living brands (over 2,000 brands and growing everyday). A sampling of the well-known, international brands you’ll find include: Calvin Klein, Vera Wang, Le Creuset, Versace, Viking Range and Laura Ashley, as well as more recently launched lines such as DwellStudio, Perry Ellis Bedding and Blissliving Home. It all adds up to a comprehensive online destination, filled with over 200,000 top branded products for every room in the home — from bedding and bath to dining and decor and much, much more.

But top brands and a huge product selection is just the start. New categories have been added too, including pet products; a large selection of high quality nursery bedding, accessories and baby gear, such as CoCaLo; a variety of travel accessories and luggage for any occasion. Be sure to check the site daily for its ever changing “Deal of the Day” and Clearance Center that promise deals like you’ve never seen before. With a focus on pricing its products for today’s cost-conscious, quality-driven consumer, the new Linens ‘N Things (www.lnt.com) prides itself on its leading staple of brands offering products at every price point.

The new Linens ‘N Things (www.lnt.com) is built on an innovative, technologically-advanced e-commerce platform that enhances the online shopping experience based on real-time consumer demand. The website changes automatically by the day and even by hour based on what customers are buying. New brands and products are added constantly while the existing inventory is continually remerchandized to meet the consumer demand and desires.

The new Linens ‘N Things (www.lnt.com) builds on the enormous customer following that started 34 years ago with a single store in West Orange, New Jersey. Recognized as one of the top two home retailers in North America, something that very few home textiles and housewares brands have achieved, the new Linens ‘N Things (www.lnt.com) offers consumers the ultimate shopping experience that includes new and noteworthy retail partnerships, from brands that have been trusted for decades to leading brands in contemporary home furnishings, accessories and much more.

About Linens ‘N Things (www.lnt.com)

The first Linens ‘N Things store opened in 1975 in West Orange, New Jersey, offering high-end linens at discount prices. The company grew to become the second largest specialty retailer of home furnishings and decorative accessories with 589 stores across North America. Now part of the Gordon Brothers Brands and Hilco Consumer Capital portfolio of retail brands, the new Linens ‘N Things hits home with consumers as a popular e-commerce website, featuring top brands, new categories, hot deals, and the ultimate shopping sensation. Poised to become the modern standard in retailing, the new Linens ‘N Things caters to the demands and desires of today’s consumer.

Honored as one of House Beautiful’s Top 100 American Designers and House & Garden’s Top 50 “Tastemakers,” Filicia is one of the most recognized names in interior design. Known for five seasons as the design guru on Queer Eye For The Straight Guy, he was honored with an Emmy and an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Art Direction. Filicia is currently starring in his own Style Network series Dress My Nest and is the recent recipient of Interior Design magazine’s Merit Award for Outstanding Eco-Design. He has earned numerous industry accolades for his work with high profile clients like Jennifer Lopez, the W Hotel chain, and St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City.

The Thom Filicia Home Collection(TM) is a proud collaboration with industry leaders in their categories. They are:

* Furniture – Vanguard (Fall 2009)
* Textiles – Kravet (Spring & Fall 2009)
* Lighting – Visual Comfort (Fall 2009)
* Area Rugs – Safavieh (Spring 2009)
* Hospitality Carpet – Shaw Hospitality Group (Fall 2009)
* Consumer Appliances – Amana (specialty refrigerators inspired by Thom Summer 2009)

“For many years I have designed custom furnishings for my private clients. It’s always been important to me that I reflect those clients’ unique personalities in my designs. I am now thrilled to offer consumers across the country that same opportunity,” said Filicia. “The Thom Filicia Home Collection(TM) empowers people to confidently express themselves through fun, classic, comfortable and bold furnishings. One of the most important parts of developing this collection was to create pieces for the way people live and entertain now. The result is pure, evocative design that is both essential and highly practical.”

The new home collection captures Thom Filicia’s classic simplicity and injects an unexpected, modern flair. With a fresh yet timeless approach to design, the collection balances elements in unique and beautiful ways. Refined details mix with raw edges, industrial plays against organic, and materials, textures and palettes are used in unexpected ways.

“In selecting our partners for the Thom Filicia Home Collection(TM),” said Marc Szafran, President of Filicia’s design company, “it was very important that each of them had an environmentally sensitive approach to manufacturing and quality of materials wherever possible to ensure long lasting sustainable products. These collections are routed in the values that formed Thom’s childhood, growing up in upstate New York surrounded with the beauty of nature and its connection to organic objects and materials. The Thom Filicia Home Collection(TM) combines Thom’s love for nature with his respect for the environment and talent for design.”

About Thom Filicia:

Thom Filicia is one of the nation’s foremost interior designers. He became a household name as the design expert member of the Fab Five quartet on Bravo’s hit show Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, and currently hosts the wildly popular Dress My Nest on the Style Network. Filicia owns a successful, New York-based interior design firm, Thom Filicia, Inc., which specializes in residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. Thom is also the author of Thom Filicia Style, his first book, which was released in fall 2008.

About Vanguard:

Vanguard is a leader in the home furniture market. The company employs over 500 people and occupies over 400,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Nearly all shareholders of the company are employees or grandchildren, therefore possible future employees. There truly is a family atmosphere at Vanguard, even for those that are not actually family. We work in teams from the shop floor to the office, and respect and integrity are words everyone lives by. We understand that a good reputation is easy to lose, both personally and professionally, so we strive to be good corporate citizens. It is important to us to know that our partners find us to be easy to work with, dependable, and that the products we sell are a good investment.

About Kravet:

Kravet is a fourth-generation family business, offering the widest range of fabrics and furnishings in the home decorative industry. The company began by supplying traditional and transitional fabrics to the interior design trade in 1918. Nearly a century later, its wide array of luxury fabrics, trimmings, furniture, carpets and lighting eases the lives and engages the creativity of designers the world over.

About Safavieh:

Safavieh is a leading manufacturer and importer of fine decorative rugs, offering the industry’s most comprehensive range of designs crafted by skilled artisans in weaving centers across the globe. Established in 1914, Safavieh is a fourth-generation family business which began by supplying antique rugs and historical reproductions. Upon opening its flagship New York City showroom in 1978, the company quickly became a preferred source for the world’s most renowned interior designers, pioneering with them the new category of fashion-forward contemporary rugs. Almost a century later, Safavieh continues to innovate with diverse and targeted area rug programs for the most respected retailers in the US and abroad. Through research and technology, Safavieh’s mission is to beautify the homes of consumers in every budget category with award-winning rug collections of the highest quality, value and impeccable style.

About Visual Comfort & Co:

Since 1987, Visual Comfort & Co. has been a leading producer of quality designer lighting. They offer architectural and portable lighting for every application, including task, table, and floor lamps, wall and ceiling fixtures, and outdoor lighting. Visual Comfort is the premier American resource for signature designer lighting. For over twenty years we have produced lighting with some of the most influential names in design. We will continue to partner with noteworthy talents moving forward, to enrich our extensive and creative selection of products.

About Shaw Hospitality Group:

Shaw Hospitality Group, a division of Shaw Industries, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., is the world’s largest carpet manufacturer and a leading floor covering provider. Headquartered in Dalton, Ga., the company manufactures and distributes carpeting, rugs, hardwood, laminate and ceramic tile for residential and commercial applications worldwide. Shaw Hospitality Group provides flooring products specified in the hospitality industry. A recognized leader in environmental stewardship, Shaw has implemented hundreds of sustainability initiatives and cradle to cradle design solutions, collectively termed the Shaw Green Edge. For more information, visit www.shawhospitalitygroup.com

About Amana:

Established in 1934, Amana has a history of designing innovative cooking, dish, laundry and refrigeration household appliances. With its introduction of the original countertop microwave in 1967, Amana was put on the map as a brand dedicated to bringing convenience to consumers’ lives. Amana brand is part of the Whirlpool Corporation, the world’s leading manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, with annual sales of approximately $19 billion, more than 73,000 employees, and 69 manufacturing and technology research centers around the world. For more information on Amana brand appliances, visit www.amana.com.

KitchenAid, the brand that changed American kitchens forever with the introduction of its iconic stand mixer in 1919, is marking its 90th anniversary with a special edition stand mixer in Candy Apple Red. As a tribute to earlier models, the new 5-quart Artisan^® Series stand mixer will include a clear glass bowl.
KitchenAid, the brand that changed American kitchens forever with the introduction of its iconic stand mixer in 1919, its first home dishwasher in 1949 and first countertop appliances in color in 1955, is marking its 90th anniversary with a special edition stand mixer in Candy Apple Red. As a tribute to earlier models, the new 5-quart Artisan Series stand mixer will include a clear glass bowl in place of the stainless steel bowl currently provided, along with a 90th anniversary insignia on the mixer’s trim band.

“In addition to being the product that started it all for KitchenAid, the stand mixer remains the standard for everything we create,” notes Debbie O’Connor, senior manager of brand experience for KitchenAid. “We’ve never lost sight of the brand’s original guiding principle that everything carrying the KitchenAid name should make time spent in the kitchen more enjoyable.”

According to O’Connor, the KitchenAid brand name was born when wives of company executives were asked for help in naming the stand mixer and one replied, “I don’t care what you call it, I know it’s the best kitchen aid I’ve ever had.”

Also as part of its anniversary celebration, KitchenAid, through its publisher Publications International, Ltd., has released a new cookbook, KitchenAid Best Loved Recipes that includes many recipes for the stand mixer. These include everything from making bread dough with the mixer’s dough hook and homemade sausage with its optional sausage stuffer attachment to creating homemade lasagna noodles with an available pasta maker attachment set. Currently available at major retailers nationwide, the book was created to “give cooks the sense of accomplishment that comes from cooking from scratch at home,” said O’Connor.

The 90th anniversary Candy Apple Red Artisan Series stand mixer, available in the summer at a suggested retail price of $399, will feature a glass bowl with a pour spout and measurement markings. Stainless steel bowls will also be available to fit the new mixers. The Artisan Series stand mixer features a tilt-head design for easy bowl access and can accommodate eight to nine cups of flour. A 10-speed slide control ranges from a very slow stir to a fast whip. Its 67-point planetary mixing action spirals to 67 different touch points within the bowl for quick, complete mixing and the highest beater-to-bowl coverage in the industry. Every model includes three basic accessories: a flat beater for mixing batters, making pie dough or mashing potatoes; a dough hook for kneading everything from soft dough to stiff pizza dough; and a wire whip for beating egg whites and whipping cream.

By using any of more than a dozen optional attachments, the powerful motor of this kitchen workhorse can be tapped for everything from grinding grain and meat to kneading dough, slicing vegetables, rolling and cutting pasta, and even making ice cream. Optional attachments for the stand mixer include a slicer and shredder, fruit and vegetable strainer, food grinder, grain mill, citrus juicer and sausage stuffer; a pasta roller and a ravioli maker; several pasta cutters (including fettuccine, spaghetti, angel hair and wide noodle); and an ice cream maker. Prices on individual attachments range from a suggested retail price of $34.99 to $159.99. Special attachment sets, including a pasta kit and a gourmet specialty attachment pack, also are available.

Since the introduction of its legendary stand mixer in 1919 and first dishwasher in 1949, KitchenAid has built on the legacy of these icons to create a complete line of products designed for cooks. Celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2009, the KitchenAid brand now offers virtually every essential for the well-equipped kitchen with a collection that includes everything from countertop appliances to cookware, ranges to refrigerators, and whisks to wine cellars. To learn why chefs choose KitchenAid for their homes more than any other brand*, visit www.KitchenAid.com.

With more demand for environmentally-friendly products, designers and manufacturers are introducing upscale luxurious and elegant options that prove stylish and ‘green’ can go hand in hand.

According to home improvement expert Leslie Segrete, “With so many great materials and choices available, you’ll be able to decorate stylishly, while making a difference for our planet.” Here are some of her tips on getting started:

Green Foundation

Build an eco-friendly room from the ground up. 100-percent recycled floor tiles made of materials such as rich recycled leather, provide a fashionable and environmentally responsible alternative to chemically-treated rugs and manmade flooring.

Look for carpeting that is made from hemp, linen, wool or cotton, they come in a range of colors made from natural dyes. These biodegradable and chemical-free carpets often even use a rubber backing made from recycled windshield wipers or bicycle tires.

Wise Walls

Sherwin-Williams and other paint companies have recently introduced water-based paints to combat the environmental hazards often caused by chemical-laden paints. Alternative home wall coverings can also be made from earth-friendly materials, like hemp, linen, bamboo, cork and recycled paper.

“For an adventurous, unique look that combines color and texture, try American Clay Plaster,” Segrete said. “Create an array of colors with different tints and finishes that appear smooth, rustic or even Old World.”

Faucet Flow

New automatic hands-free faucets, like the Destiny bathroom faucet from ShowHouse by Moen, conserve water with a sleek minimalist design and a distinctly-styled spout that produces a sheeting water flow. The Destiny faucet reduces water waste, providing water only when it is needed.

Window to Tomorrow

Large, high-efficiency windows let more daylight into the home and decrease the need for electrical lighting. To further this green option, forgo window treatments altogether and install frosted glass panes. Additionally, supplement natural lighting by replacing energy-wasting incandescent light bulbs with energy-efficient fluorescent lighting fixtures.

As ‘going green’ continues to gain momentum, it’s easier than ever before to make a style statement in your home while still having a conscience.

About Moen

Moen offers a diverse selection of thoughtfully designed, on-trend kitchen faucets, bathroom faucets, showerheads, and stainless steel sinks for residential and commercial applications. As the #1 faucet brand in North America, customers have come to rely on Moen to deliver dependable products and service. Moen is part of Fortune Brands, Inc. (NYSE: FO, www.fortunebrands.com), a leading consumer brands company.Going Grecsfff

Home cooks can now bring restaurant cooking to their own kitchens with the help of KitchenAid’s new commercial-style cook tops and ranges.
KitchenAid, the brand that first brought convection cooking from the
restaurant to the home, and whose iconic stand mixers can be found in restaurants throughout the world, is once again offering home cooks professional-grade options with its new Commercial-Style collection
of cooking appliances. The Commercial-Style series includes high performance cooktops, dual-fuel ranges and powerful ventilation hoods, all designed to enable chef-worthy results at home, according to Debbie O’Connor, senior manager of brand experience for KitchenAid.
“Our engineers and designers left no stone unturned as they developed this collection, researching and consulting with culinary experts, consumers and designers for invaluable feedback,” notes O’Connor.
“These are the most powerful, best performing cooking appliances KitchenAid has ever offered.”

Premium features in the new collection include the exclusive 20,000 BTU Ultra Power™ Dual Flame Burner, the most powerful burner among leading manufacturers. Its dual-flame stacked burner design
with two flame levels is versatile enough to handle both the high temperatures needed for quick searing and the precise, low temperatures required for gentle simmering. Additional burners found on all models include 15,000 BTU professional burners and 5,000 BTU simmer/melt burners that can be lowered to as little as 500 BTUs.

Cooks will also appreciate an Even-Heat™ True Convection System that combines a 1600-watt hidden oven element and unique bow-tie shaped baffle design to promote more even airflow. This advanced
system allows for consistent temperatures and even cooking whether using one or all three racks simultaneously in the oven. AnEasyConvect™ Time and Temperature Conversion System automatically converts conventional times and temperatures to their convection equivalents.

Steam-assist technology offers yet another way to help cooks achieve professional results and the latest KitchenAid ranges offer the option of the brand’s exclusive convection plus steam-assist technology in a
full size oven. The easy to use Auto Steam function introduces steam into the oven at precise intervals and offers preprogrammed settings for everything from meats, fish and vegetables to desserts.

“The steam-assist function makes it even easier to achieve professional results at home by eliminating the need for manual steps like spritzing and basting for breads and roasts or having to use a water bath to
evenly and gently cook cheesecakes and other custard-based desserts from center to edge,” notes O’Connor. “Steam-assisted convection cooking produces finished dishes that retain more internal moisture while allowing for the browning, crisping and caramelizing that enhances the flavor, texture and appearance of many foods. “

A new Even-Heat™ Chrome Electric Griddle option features a chrome-infused steel surface with a 1320- watt element that provides even heat distribution at temperatures of 150ºF to 500ºF. The durable chrome finish, similar to commercial restaurant quality material, is easy to clean, retains its bright appearance after use and creates less radiant heat to help keep the kitchen cooler. An 18,000 BTU Even-Heat™ gas grill option combines a log burner, flame spreader and wave tray to provide powerful and even heat distribution. Blue indicator lights on both the griddle and grill show when desired temperature is reached.

An optional, thoughtfully designed 22-inch backguard with a pivoting dual width shelf design offers one width for ingredient placement and one width to keep plates close at hand for serving and plate staging.
A culinary ledge on both the ranges and cooktops provides additional usable space at the front of the cooktop to keep utensils or ingredients within reach.

All the cooktops feature low-profile grates with a new single grate design for easier lifting when cleaning. Additional design features include die-cast metal knobs with precise alignment and a commercial style handle with die-cast end caps. A full-width oven door on the ranges has a large window for easier viewing of foods as they cook. A glass-touch menu-driven LCD display provides an easy-to-use interface to guide users through all the cooking options. Roller feet on the ranges help simplify installation, while a unique, toe-kick design adds a stylish element to help enhance kitchen décor. An optional Architect® Series II handle kit is available for easy coordination of the new line with existing Architect® Series II appliances.
Scheduled to begin shipping to retailers in the second quarter, the new dual fuel ranges and cooktops will be offered in 30-, 36- and 48-inch configurations. Options for a grill or griddle will be offered on 36- and 48-inch cooktops and 36-inch ranges. The 48-inch model ranges will be available with a griddle option.
All sizes of the new dual fuel ranges will offer the option of the KitchenAid brand’s exclusive dual fan convection with steam-assist technology and the 48-inch range will offer the industry’s only double oven range with steam-assist technology available in both ovens. Suggested retail prices will range from $4,099 to $9,299 for the dual fuel ranges and from $2,099 to $3,399 for the cooktops.

New Commercial-Style ventilation offerings will include wall-mount canopy hoods available in 30-, 36-, 42- and 48-inch sizes, and island-mount canopy hoods available in 36-, 42- and 48-inch sizes.
Commercial-Style wall and island canopies will feature powerful exhaust systems with 3-speed fan control ranging from 600-1200 CFM. Select models will include two warming lamps to help keep
cooked food warm while plating to serve. Other features in the latest KitchenAid ventilation line include an all metal Pro Motor, halogen lighting for better visibility and heavy-duty dishwasher-safe filters.
Available in stainless steel, suggested retail prices will range from $2,099 to $2,999.

Since the introduction of its legendary stand mixer in 1919 and first dishwasher in 1949, KitchenAid has built on the legacy of these icons to create a complete line of products designed for cooks. Celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2009, the KitchenAid brand now offers virtually every essential for the well-equipped kitchen with a collection that includes everything from countertop appliances to cookware, ranges to
refrigerators, and whisks to wine cellars. To learn why chefs choose KitchenAid for their homes more than any other brand*, visit www.KitchenAid.com.

*Based on a September 2007 survey, KitchenAid was found to be the home kitchen appliance brand chosen most often by
members of the International Association of Culinary Professionals and the American Culinary Federation when asked about
refrigerators, ovens, cooktops, ranges, dishwashers, microwave ovens, electric mixers, blenders, food processors, kitchen gadgets
and toasters.

KitchenAid has jumped on the bandwagon for energy efficiency. It is launching its new dishwasher line this spring.
KitchenAid, the brand that pioneered the home dishwasher, has
announced its latest in a long list of appliance innovations and milestones: a dishwasher line that includes
25% better results,* energy efficiency and the industry’s lowest sound level.**
“Our 2009 line reflects the KitchenAid brand’s commitment to building the best dishwashers in the industry,” notes Debbie O’Connor, senior manager of brand experience for KitchenAid. “These newest models are the best we have ever engineered, offering significant advances in cleaning, quietness and
energy efficiency.”

The new collection includes three unique series: top-of-the-line Superba® Series EQ, a core Superba®
Series, and the Classic Series, all available beginning in early spring 2009.

The premium Superba® Series EQ lineup features the high performance EQ Wash System, which
delivers the best results among leading competitors combined with the lowest sound levels in the
industry. The system utilizes pressure-optimizing wash arms that provide superior, concentrated wash
performance as well as a variable speed motor that automatically adjusts power based on water conditions
to maximize energy efficiency while reducing motor noise.

At just 41 dBA’s, there is a KitchenAid® Superba® Series EQ dishwasher in the lineup that is the
industry’s quietest. Featuring up to 13 unique points of sound dampening, these dishwashers eliminate
noise from the motor and wash arms, while also blocking the path of noise through the dishwasher. The
array of sound deadening materials ranges from insulation blankets to door shields to contain operating
noises.
“The components of this unique system are truly industry-leading,” says O’Connor. “The system
is optimized not only for the quietest and most efficient operation, but also for the best
performance.”

Additional premium features found on the top-of-the-line Superba® Series EQ models include
the third-level Culinary Tool Rack that offers a dedicated space for cleaning hard-to-fit culinary
tools and CEE Tier II energy qualification.*** Superba® Series EQ dishwashers with CEE Tier
II qualification are 56% more efficient than the minimum federal energy standards, which make
them eligible for energy rebates in select states. Suggested retail prices for the Superba® Series
EQ will range from $1399 to $1599 depending on the model.

The Superba® Series dishwasher line includes industry-leading performance innovations along
with varying features to suit individual clean-up needs. Every model in the series features the
KitchenAid ProScrub® option that uses 36 targeted spray jets to provide highly effective cleaning
for baked-on messes. The models also feature a powerful built-in hard food disposer that requires
no manual cleaning and eliminates the need to pre-rinse dishes.

To offer increased versatility in accommodating a variety of dishwasher loads, Superba® Series
dishwashers include an array of premium loading options including adjustable upper racks, a
culinary caddy utensil basket, fold down rows in the upper racks, and an extra-large silverware
basket. Suggested retail prices on these models range from $749 to $1399.

The Classic Series models feature four stainless steel wash arms that maximize wash coverage in
the dishwasher, an industry exclusive. Suggested retail prices range from $649 to $1049.
Features in this line, also found throughout the entire KitchenAid dishwasher line, include a
100% stainless steel tall tub; an Optimum Wash Sensor that adjusts the wash cycle to specific
water conditions to maximize cleaning effectiveness and efficiency; and a dedicated heating
element with a Heat Dry option that heats the tub at the end of the cycle to dry dishes for
excellent dry performance.
Since the introduction of its legendary stand mixer in 1919 and first dishwasher in 1949,
KitchenAid has built on the legacy of these icons to create a complete line of products designed
for cooks. Celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2009, the KitchenAid brand now offers virtually
every essential for the well-equipped kitchen with a collection that includes everything from
countertop appliances to cookware, ranges to refrigerators, and whisks to wine cellars. To learn
why chefs choose KitchenAid for their homes more than any other brand****, visit
www.KitchenAid.com.

* Combined wash and dry results of the highest MSRP models of leading premium brand dishwashers without heated
dry.

**Per IEC standards, normal cycle.

***The Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE), a nonprofit public benefits corporation, develops initiatives for its
North American members to promote the manufacture and purchase of energy-efficient products and services.

****Based on a September 2007 survey, KitchenAid was found to be the home kitchen appliance brand chosen most
often by members of the International Association of Culinary Professionals and the American Culinary Federation
when asked about refrigerators, ovens, cooktops, ranges, dishwashers, microwave ovens, electric mixers, blenders, food
processors, kitchen gadgets and toasters.

New today from Space Bag is an easier to access, three compartment, vacuum bag. To be released in the next few weeks at Target and WalMart (soon at other retailers) The price is about $13 US.

In a recent study, consumers were asked, “What is the biggest challenge to improving your home’s organization”? – The top two answers were: Lack of space in the home (43%), and Too much stuff (25%). The new Space Bag^® 3 Pocket Organizer™ helps solve both problems. It’s especially effective for organizing and compressing items together like entire bedding sets – comforters, sheets, & pillows, or even seasonal decorations, crafts and collectibles.

The jumbo-sized 3 Pocket Organizer (39.25″ x 47.75″), utilizes internal dividers that separate clothing and bedding inside the bag, yet all three pockets can be vacuum-sealed simultaneously. This is accomplished using an ordinary home vacuum cleaner to evacuate air through the patented one-way valve. Contents compressed this way take up less than half their normal space.

Pocket 1 (39.25″ x 26″) is designed to store larger items like bedding and blankets, while Pockets 2 and 3 (each 19.25″ x 21.25″) are sized for shirts, sweaters, jackets, and even stuffed toys. In addition there are two separate zippers, one on each side of the bag, for easy access to all 3 pockets.

Contents vacuum-sealed in the 3 Pocket Organizer are protected from dirt, bugs, water, mildew and odors. This allows the Space Bag organizer to be stored in places like the garage, attic, basement or under the bed, which frees up valuable closet and drawer space. Once compressed, the organizer conveniently folds in half to minimize storage space further.

“No matter how large our home, all of us want to keep it organized and free of clutter”, says Betty Jamieson-Dunn, Director of Marketing for ITW Space Bag. “This is a basic need, and it will not diminish because of the current economic troubles. As consumers decrease spending on big ticket items, they will likely continue to buy affordable, high quality storage and organization solutions like the 3 Pocket Organizer.”

The Space Bag 3 Pocket Organizer retails for $12.99 and will be available in Target later this month. Wal-Mart and other retail chains will begin selling the product in the second quarter of 2009, just in time for spring cleaning.

About Space Bag:
ITW Space Bag is the pioneer and leading manufacturer of compressible vacuum-sealed storage bags for household organization. With more than 100 million Space Bag products sold in the past 15 years and their ongoing television advertising campaigns, Space Bag has established itself as one of the most recognizable home storage brands in the world.

Part of the ITW family of companies, ITW Space Bag markets their full line of space-saving products through over 15,000 retailers, home shopping networks and Direct Response Television. Space Bag products deliver superior quality backed by the company’s Unconditional Money Back Guarantee.

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Alessi to Host Month Long Sale Event

NEW YORK, Feb. 20 — Alessi, a leader in tabletop design, will be holding a month long sale event at the four flagship stores; Chicago, New York-Madison, New York-Soho, and San Francisco. There will be a discount of up to 70% off on items that have an excess of stock as well as other popular pieces until the end of February. The online store link is here: Alessi online store.

Alessi has partnered with world renowned designers to create iconic pieces over the years. Some pieces one can expect to find on sale are the Piripicchio Clothes Shaver by Stefano Giovannoni, the Sole Wall Clock by Alessandro Mendini and the Lobo Basket by Silvia Coppola. The sale will take place at the following locations:

Alessi Chicago, 611 N. State Street at Ontario Street
(312) 274-6500

Alessi Madison, 30 East 60th Street at Madison Ave
(212) 317-9880

Alessi Soho, 130 Greene Street at Prince Street
(212) 914-7300

Alessi San Francisco, 424 Sutter Street at Powell Street
(415) 434-0403

SOURCE Alessi
http://www.alessi.com