Count Those Blessings

In a sign of the current economic times, the Kleenex brand will launch a Holiday 2009 decorative oval this fall that design experts at Dallas-based manufacturer Kimberly-Clark describe as “more subtle and nostalgic than last year’s bold, festive holiday bling motif.” Instead, this year’s more traditional design, a choice of a shiny colored blue, green or red foil background with a textured “snowy” white matte flocking that outlines scenes of children skating, bringing a tree home or trimming the tree, “conveys a more reflective tone, showing the things that count in a challenging economy … things like memories, family and tender moments.” Holding Kleenex Ultra Soft tissues, the 82-count, 10- to 15-ounce ovals will retail for a suggested $2. To learn more, visit www.kimberly-clark.com.