Mary Engelbreit Introduces Mother Goose Infant Collection and Contest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:
Beth Lauver
Mary Engelbreit Studios
(314) 726-5646 x1193

August 15, 2007 (St. Louis, MO)  -- Mary Engelbreit Studios is thrilled to announce the launch of a new infant collection based on the New York Times best seller, Mary Engelbreit’s Mother Goose. This line will be the most extensive, nation-wide launch for an ME infant collection to date. Mary Engelbreit will celebrate the release with signing appearances in Dillard’s stores across the country and an exciting baby shower contest.

Infant Collection: This adorable line includes hanging layette, diaper bags, gift sets, picture frames, and more for both boys and girls and will be available at Dillard’s stores beginning in October. The beloved illustrator was personally involved in ensuring the designs met her quality standards. Each layette set features detailed embroidery and embellishments and comes with added items including blankets and hats. With gift bags and tissue paper also available, the collection will be ideal for shoppers seeking a special baby gift.

Signing Appearances: Mary Engelbreit will appear in six Dillard’s stores throughout the country to sign copies of Mary Engelbreit's Mother Goose . All appearances will take place in November and December, and exact dates and locations will be confirmed on www.maryengelbreit.com.

Contest: Tying to the current trend of sensational baby showers, MES invites the public to submit their ideas for a fun, creative baby shower based on the classic rhymes of Mother Goose. Unlike glitzy Hollywood bashes, though, creativity will be counted over expense.

Participants should submit an essay of approximately 250 words describing how they would create a Mother Goose-themed baby shower. All entries are due on or before September 21, 2007.

The vivid descriptions in the rhymes and Mary’s intricately detailed illustrations provide inspiration for a variety of decorations, food, games, favors, or other party elements. The winner will receive a prize package worth $500.00.

For the complete details on the infant collection, signings, and contest, please see our website.

About Mary Engelbreit
Mary Engelbreit is known throughout the world for her colorful and intricate designs, which adorn 14 million greeting cards and one million calendars sold each year. Engelbreit holds license agreements with dozens of manufacturers to reproduce her popular illustrations on nearly 6,500 gift and home décor products, including books, best-selling children’s books, stationery, fabric, crafts, kitchen accessories, dinnerware and other home accents. Thousands of retailers worldwide have sold more than $1 billion of Mary Engelbreit merchandise. Engelbreit is also editor-in-chief of a national creative arts and home décor magazine, Mary Engelbreit’s Home Companion. For more information, visit www.maryengelbreit.com.