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Hello Kitty Karaoke …now you can see yourself sing in HD!

January 21, 2012 in blogs

Based on the outstanding reception at CES we have now started tooling on the new HELLO KITTY KT2007 karaoke. This unit is not only beautiful, but is designed to plug into your TV so you can see yourself sing in HD, see the words, or see the words as well as yourself. The speakers on your TV, of course, are far superior to anything we can put in a small unit, so you also enjoy the upgraded sound of your voice as you prepare for your American Idol debut.

Hello Kitty CDG Karaoke System with Built-in Video Camera - KT2007

This will arrive at TRU and other great retailers in time for the Holiday season 2012.

Off to Minneapolis (burrr!) and LA (Hello Sun) this week and will write again when I get back.

Marino

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MERRY CHRISTMAS

December 21, 2011 in blogs

Looks like both Target and Costco have sold all the items we sent to them for this holiday season.

Thanks to everyone for your wonderful support this year. We are introducing 15 new products next month at the CES in Las Vegas. Hope there is something in that mix you will like for holiday 2012.

Merry Christmas and Season’s Greetings to all.

Marino

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SOMETIMES IT PAYS TO WAIT

December 3, 2011 in blogs

If you have been in Target during the last 10 days I am sure you have seen the very cool looking Hello Kitty end cap on the main aisle. Your choice of 8 of our best products for $19.99.

However, there is an ad the third week of December and those items will be on sale for $14.99. This is an unbelievable deal, so don’t miss it if you are a Hello Kitty fan.

Also, the new cupcake maker is selling much better than projected, so if you want that item I would suggest you get it the first day of the ad. And yes, the cupcakes do come out with Hello Kitty’s face on the top.

Happy shopping,

Marino

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SHOPPING FOR OUR BEST SELLERS:

November 22, 2011 in blogs

‘Tis the season and here are some pointers to get the best deals on our products.

TRU has our Hello Kitty boom box for $29.99. Better hurry as they may not have enough to get through Christmas.

Costco still has both the Paul Frank and Hello Kitty water dispensers and projection clock radios. I spoke to Costco yesterday and they confirmed they would run out before Christmas. I can tell you for sure the prices at Costco will never be seen again. Take advantage while you can.

Next week the annual Target end cap goes up with 8 of our best items, however, wait until the second week of December and look for the ad on Sunday. All the items will be on sale for $14.99, some actually below what Target paid us. Unbelievable.

Happy Shopping!

Marino

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JUST BACK FROM CHINA

October 24, 2011 in blogs

Just back from 2 weeks in Hong Kong working on next year’s new products. Think we have a great idea for a Hello Kitty karaoke with a camera which will let you see yourself sing on your TV and even show you the lyrics.

Also, we will introduce a professional hair blower and straightener next year. Since Hello Kitty is the ultimate lifestyle brand for girls and women all over the world I am convinced that those girls and women want high quality products that make them smile each day and I am working on expanding our offerings in that direction.

Finally, the iPad mini messenger bags will arrive the 2nd week of November this year. Not sure even where they will be at retail, but I can say they look great and they will be the ultimate fashion statement for Hello Kitty fans everywhere.

Marino

Hello Kitty Messenger bag from Sparklebee.com

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WATER DISPENSERS at a COSTCO near you!

October 4, 2011 in blogs

We always want Sparklebee to get a good deal on the products we make. Starting later this week on the west coast and next week on the east coast Costco will be selling both our Hello Kitty and Paul Frank water dispenser at fabulously low prices.

Check this out—these products are great looking and not expensive. Guaranteed to put a smile on everyone’s face… and we can all use a few more smiles these days.

Marino

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OFF TO HONG KONG:

September 20, 2011 in blogs

Flying Cathay Pacific—great airline. Everyone should have at least one flight on this airline in their lifetime.

Right now in the British Airways Lounge at JFK. Beautiful!

Working on Hello Kitty professional hair dryers and flat irons for 2012.

Definitely on a high quality kick these days.

Back next Tuesday—hope you all have a great week!

Marino

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America the Beautiful

September 11, 2011 in blogs

As I watched all the 9/11 events this weekend I realized as all the names were being read, many of the people who lost their life that fateful day were from either another country or a first generation American.

This is why America is the greatest nation on earth: we are the one country a person from anywhere else can come and try to live the American Dream.

Here at Sparklebee we have the advantage of designing products for Hello Kitty who was first introduced in Japan 39 years ago and Paul Frank who created Julius the famous monkey in Huntington Beach, California in 1995.

As an American company, we are able to bring smiles to our fans from near and far.

God Bless America.

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Giveaway – TIME IS TICKING:

August 23, 2011 in blogs

Only one week left in our first giveaway.

For those who have entered, thanks and I like the comments. I understand the Bluetooth wishes: my wife and I are wearing them and we certainly get a lot of positive comments.

For those who haven’t entered yet: what are you waiting for? Our first giveaway in this event has only one week left. Pick out what you want and let us know. For sure someone is going to be happy at the end of next week.

Off to Hong Kong tomorrow for a week. Looking to make a special wallet / pocketbook for the Apple iPad. Any ideas?

Marino

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We are happy to announce that we are live on Facebook and Twitter!

August 23, 2011 in blogs

Hello All,

We are happy to announce that we are live on Facebook and Twitter! To announce this we will be hosting a giveaway where the selected winner will receive their favorite SparkleBee designed product!

Beginning in February, new contests will take place every two weeks. Friend us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to enter exclusive contests to win your favorite MALLC designed products.

Members of the SparkleBee community have the opportunity to vote on upcoming product designs, submit their own ideas, and participate in giveaways for a chance to win their favorite, fan-designed SparkleBee products. We have developed our products with the help of fans, so we are launching these sites to give back to the community which has supported our growth. By providing a forum where your ideas can be discussed, we can continue to develop products by you and for you.

We hope that you will share this news with your friends and family members, and invite them to join us too.

See you there,

Marino

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