Tara Reed Designs and Thirstystone Resources are a Winning Combination at the Gift Show in At

Jan. 25, 2010 - PRLog -- Four of the top 10 sellers at this year’s Gift Show in Atlanta featured the art of Tara Reed Designs.  Themes included “Are We There Yet?” Carsters™, Bunco Pub Coasters, “Nurses have Heart” Carster™ and Recycle / Reuse Cork Coasters.

Thirstystone is one of Reed’s first licensees and they continue to add more and more of her designs to their line each season.  Over 30 additional skus were added in their January 2010 release alone.

“We find Tara’s art extremely versatile for our customer and our products. She is one of our #1 selling artists and continues to create excitement in the retail arena with her designs.” Comments Wanda Mertes, Director of Sales, at Thirstystone Resources, Inc.

Along with the traditional mix of absorbent coasters and carsters, Reed’s Concrete Jungle art collection, featuring fashion shoes, animal prints and fun sayings, were included on the newly released product line of appetizer plates and wine topper plates. These fun dishes with coordinating coasters are perfect for any gathering of girlfriends.  

For information about these products and more, contact Wanda Mertes directly at (940) 300-9639 or visit their website at http://www.Thirstystone.com.

To inquire about licensing the art of Tara Reed Designs, contact Tara Reed directly at licensing@TaraReedDesigns.com  or call 503-466-9317.

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ABOUT Tara Reed Designs, Inc.:
In six short years, Tara Reed Designs has more than 40 licensees in a variety of industries. Known for art that is bright, fun and often funny, Tara Reed's designs can be found worldwide on a wide variety of products in stores and online. All of her work shares one common thread – embracing a casual lifestyle centered around heart, happiness and the ties that bind friends, families and communities.

Tara Reed’s designs and talents stand out from the crowd. Reed has a degree in marketing and an entrepreneurial spirit, as well as extensive technical capabilities. These skills, combined with speed and accuracy, make all her business partners smile. Learn more at http://www.TaraReedDesigns.com

Reed also has a site just for Bunco lovers: http://www.PrintYourOwnBunco.com where fans can download and print themed party kits for their next event!