Good & Perfect Gifts: January 2016

Friday, January 29, 2016

American Soybean Wax Candles From Swan Creek Candle Co.

Your favorite gift shop at the Lake of the Ozarks always keeps a wide selection of candles available in our Eldon store. Candles are a a wonderful addition to the decor in every room and can be a relaxing treat for you senses. We stand behind every brand that we choose to sell, but today we would like to highlight one in particular that you will find at Good & Perfect Gifts: The Swan Creek Candle Co.

Ohio Based Company

The Swan Creek Candle Co. creates its wonderful soy candles out of a factory in Northwest Ohio. They have been in business for over 30 years and it is still owned and operated by members of the founding family. All of their products are American made by American workers. They independently lab test everything that they make for purity and safety, and they are a member of the National Candle Association.

Clean Burning

There is no soot when you burn a soybean wax candle. They always burn clean, pure, and beautifully. The Swan Creek Candle Co. has increased the oil content in their product to the maximum amount possible, which is what allows for the cleanest soot free burning. For the very best results, always keep the wick centered and do your best to keep the candle away from drafts, which could cause smoke.

Lead Free

Their candles are completely natural and environmentally friendly. The wicks are made from 100% cotton and are always lead-free. The wax is made from the oil of soybeans. Soybeans are a sustainable and renewable resource, and another benefit of utilizing them is that it supports the American farming community.

Longer Lasting

All natural soy candles perform better than petroleum-based paraffin candles. Soybean wax burns a lot slower, therefore, lasts much longer.

Intensely Fragrant

Due to the fact that soy candles burn very slowly, the essential oils used to scent them is released into the air more gradually. This lends to a very subtle and enjoyable fragrance throughout the room.

When you visit our Lake of the Ozarks gift shop, we would love to show you the different Swan Creek Candle Co. candles that we have in stock. We really like the quality of their products and believe you will too. This candle company promises to make it right if you are ever less than 100% satisfied with any of their products. That guarantee in addition to the impressive candles that they create is the reason that this is one of the brands that Good & Perfect Gifts proudly offers to our customers.

A popular destination gift shop near the

Lake of the Ozarks

1603 Business Hwy 54,

Eldon, Missouri 65026

573-392-7900

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Friday, January 22, 2016

How to Beautifully Hang Artwork

The best gift shop at the Lake of the Ozarks offers many beautiful pieces of art among our wonderful store selections. You will find them all over our walls in many different styles, designs, and colors. Good & Perfect Gifts tries to carry a little something for every possible taste. Picking out a piece or two that you like is fairly easy, but figuring out where to put it on the wall once you get home can be intimidating.

There are a few tips and tricks that will help you to hang your art on the wall the way the pros would do it. These are some general guidelines to keep in mind so that it looks it best.

Eye Level

Art is best appreciated when it is hung at eye level. We know, not everyone is the same height, but there is a general area that is most widely accepted. The center of the picture or painting that you are hanging should hit right about 58" above the floor. Most artwork is hung by a wire on the back. There is a formula that may sound confusing to read, but is actually very simple to follow. You will want to measure the height of your art, divide that by 2 to find the center, then subtract the inches between the top of the painting and the wire from that half. Here it is broken down and much easier to understand.

1. Measure the height of the artwork. Let's say it is 30" tall.

2. Divide 30 by 2, which is 15. This is the center of the art.

3. Measure the distance between the top of the painting and the taut hanging wire. Let's say that distance is 3".

4. Subtract the 3" from the 15", and this is the point where you will put your nail above the 58" mark on the wall.

30" divided by 2 = 15"

15" minus 3" = 12"

Place the nail 12" above the 58" mark on the wall, or at 70" above the floor.

Groupings of artwork

Hanging a group of different pieces of art together on a wall can be done in a similar way. Think of the entire grouping as one big piece of art, and center this grouping just as you would a single piece, with the center hanging at eye level. It is suggested that you leave about 2"-3" of space between each piece.

Above a sofa

If you have decided to hang your artwork above a sofa, aim for it to be about 6"-8" above the back of the sofa. This is a good height for viewing and you shouldn't accidentally bump it as you get up off of the couch.

Scale of the room

While you are choosing the pieces that you want to display in your home, consider the scale of the room that you will be putting it into. A great big empty wall will look silly with one tiny piece of art in the center of it, just as a giant piece of art can overpower a small room. If you will be hanging artwork in a young child's room, consider lowering the "eye level" a bit to match their smaller body.

We hope that these tips are helpful to you for getting your favorite photos and paintings up on the walls of your home. Our Lake of the Ozarks gift shop is filled with many lovely pieces to add to your collections. Visit us here at Good & Perfect Gifts in Eldon soon and find something brand new and beautiful to take home with you.

A popular destination gift shop near the

Lake of the Ozarks

1603 Business Hwy 54,

Eldon, Missouri 65026

573-392-7900

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Friday, January 15, 2016

The Flawless Beauty of Lafonn Jewelry

Good & Perfect Gifts in Eldon is not only an incredible gift shop. We are also the best jewelry store at the Lake of the Ozarks. Our goal is to provide women in the area with an amazing selection of beautiful jewelry for both special occasions and everyday wear.

We carry many well-known brands of jewelry, along with some that will be new to you, but every bit as wonderful as the names you already love. Today we are featuring our Lafonn jewelry. As their tagline states, Lafonn offers "Flawless Beauty Within Reach."

Beautiful & Affordable

They believe that every woman should be given the opportunity to own exquisite, well-made jewelry at a price that is affordable. Not only does Lafonn offer beauty and a great price for their jewelry, but it's always wearable. They want every woman to feel and look chic not only for special occasions, but also on a day-to-day basis, night or day.

The name "Lafonn" was inspired by the Gaelic word for "everlasting desire." In their own words, "There is a name from centuries past that speaks of pure beauty. It is said to be a beauty from within, a rare and enchanting allure that endures forever." We couldn't have put it better. When you make yourself beautiful on the outside, it makes you feel good, which allows your inner beauty to shine.

Sterling Silver

Their jewelry lines contain rings, necklaces, chains, earrings, bracelets, and anklets. Each piece is expertly crafted with sterling silver and handset with the world's finest simulated diamonds and both lab created and genuine gemstones. Each piece is bonded with either platinum, yellow, or rose gold.

Lafonn makes sure that their jewelry is affordable for every woman, but even big-name stars appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship. Many familiar faces have been seen wearing Lafonn jewelry, including many actresses from the popular television shows of "Scandal," "Grey's Anatomy," and even Carrie Ann Inaba from "Dancing With the Stars."

Aria Collection - 30% Off!

Our Lake of the Ozarks gift shop is thrilled about the lovely selection of Lafonn jewelry that we carry, and we know that you will be too. Right now we have many pieces from their Aria collection in stock and on special at 30% off! This collection is made up of jewelry featuring genuine gemstones surrounded by sparkling simulated diamonds. If you don't see a particular jewelry item that you have your heart set on when you come in, we can special order it for you.

Stop by Good & Perfect Gifts soon and take a look for yourself. These exquisite pieces of jewelry, along with the many other amazing brands that we have to offer, are perfect to wear any time that you feel like looking fabulous.

A popular destination gift shop near the

Lake of the Ozarks

1603 Business Hwy 54,

Eldon, Missouri 65026

573-392-7900

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Thursday, January 7, 2016

New Year - New Items - Same Friendly Service

We are back at our Lake of the Ozarks gift shop for another exciting year. You can expect to see all of the things that you have come to love about Good & Perfect Gifts in Eldon continue, and look forward to a few new things along the way. Last year was wonderful, and we are expecting 2016 to be even better.

Good & Perfect Gifts is open every Wednesday - Friday from 10 am - 5 pm, and each Saturday from 9 am - 4 pm. Once again this year, we will be featuring two very popular special days.

Fashion Wednesday

Every single Wednesday, when you buy one clothing item, we will give you another at 50% off! The store is full of beautiful pieces to add to your wardrobe. Everyone that takes advantage of this special will also be offered 20% off of our fashion jewelry items. Gorgeous things to wear at a fraction of the regular price! Stop by often to see what new items we have in store for you.

Fragrant Thursday

If you are already familiar with the amazingly fragrant items that Tyler has to offer, you know what a great day this is. If not, then Thursday if a perfect day for you to learn all about them. Each Thursday that you spend $15 or more on any Tyler products, you will receive a FREE gift with that purchase. Items include candles, lotions, laundry washes, room sprays, and so much more. You can stock up on a new favorite every week.

Fashion and fragrance are only a portion of what our Eldon gift shop has to offer. We have a little bit of everything, and it changes often. A visit to Good & Perfect Gifts each week is sure to show you something new.

Great Gift Items

Not only will you find things that you want to take home for yourself, but our store is full of excellent gift ideas for everyone on your list. Small items for hostess gifts, large ones for birthdays and holidays, and everything in between. You will even find greeting cards to go along with your gift items.

Stunning Home Decor

Our walls are covered with many different pieces of art. We also carry lovely plaques and signs with sayings from sentimental to hilarious. You will find a few pieces of furniture throughout the store. Beautiful candle holders, flower arrangements, kitchen items, and a whole lot more.

Favorite Brand Names

Good & Perfect Gifts loves to feature things in our gift store that are from companies that are new to you, but we also carry many names that you already know and trust. Our jewelry counters are filled with Brighton, Kameleon, Mariana, and Lafonn. We already talked about the fragrant Tyler products that we feature. Gourmet treats are available from Wind & Willow, molly & drew, and we even have our own delicious Good & Perfect Gifts brand mixes and gourmet goods.

Delicious Baked Goods

Entering our front doors, you may smell something amazing and immediately feel hungry. That's because the incredible Sugar B's Cakes & Pastries is located inside. You are welcome to pull up a seat and join us for a snack and something to drink, or pick up a few of Bridget's ready-to-eat creations to take home and share. Popular items include: Mississippi Mud Pie, Ooey Gooey Butter Cake, Brownies, and Cake Truffles. Special orders are welcome if you have something particular in mind.

We would like to thank everyone for shopping at our Lake of the Ozarks gift shop last year. Your business is truly appreciated, and we love being able to call our loyal customers our friends. Along with everything that you have come to expect from us, be watching for new and exciting things to come. Happy New Year from Good & Perfect Gifts. We look forward to seeing a lot of you in the coming year!

A popular destination gift shop near the

Lake of the Ozarks

1603 Business Hwy 54,

Eldon, Missouri 65026

573-392-7900

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