How can you resist?
Wednesday 12 January 2011
I pass on this extract from a recent email without comment, except to express my admiration for the lateral thinking of the publicist who sent it:
'Our company, has a new item they would like to introduce to your readers called the Winery Water Fountain. An endless sparkling cascade flows from the neck of a vintage wine bottle; clustered faux grapes add luscious color to this tasteful tabletop fountain. A connoisseur's delight!
'Weight 1.1 lbs. Polyresin. Pump included. 6" x 4 3/8" x 7 1/2" high. UL Recognized. For more information visit www.gardendecoraccents.com' 
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