8 Tips from Navita Designs for Decorating Your Christmas Tree

Decorating a Christmas tree is one of the highlights of the holiday season. It’s the     perfect opportunity to get the whole family involved. However, if you are looking for some help this year, let us guide you through the basics of making a beautiful tree.

Before we start, have you ever wondered how many lights or ornaments, or how much garland you need to decorate your Christmas tree?  This Christmas tree decorating guide makes it surprisingly easy to get the perfect amount of trimmings for your tree!  It includes all of the lengths and measurements based on tree size so whether you have a 5 foot, 7 foot, or even 12 foot Christmas tree, you can figure out exactly what you need!

All decors are available at Navita Designs upstairs the Rayneau branch in Vide Bouteille.

Now let’s decorate:

STEP 1: FLUFF THE TREE (IF ARTIFICIAL) AND ADD LIGHTS (IF YOUR TREE ISN’T PRELIT).

Keep the lights on while decorating the tree.
A product such as this makes a great addition to the tree if you like a twinkle effect.  Depending on how twinkly you want the tree, you’ll need 1-2 boxes for a 6′ tree and 2-3 boxes for a 9′ tree.

 STEP 2: ADD THE GARLAND.

*Start about 1/5th the way down from the top of the tree.
*Use floral wire to attach the garland or twist branches together if the tree is artificial.
*Run at an angle around the tree: 2-3 times around a 6′ tree and 3-4 times around a 9′ tree.

STEP 3: ADD OVERSIZED ORNAMENTS AND DECORATIONS.

*Use 2-3 over-sized items on a 6′ tree and 3-4 items on a 9′ tree.
*Lanterns and/or urns work great on a tree.  Just remember to make sure they are sturdily wired in place and add filler.  And don’t use a live flame on candles!
*Place the largest pieces toward the bottom of the tree.
*Mix the items up.  They don’t all need to match.

STEP 4: ADD PICKS.

*-Stack three picks together for greater impact.
*Place the largest/longest one on the bottom, then the medium size, ending with the smallest on top.
*No need to wire them together.
*Simply stick them into the tree branches.  No need to wire them to the branch unless they are heavy.
*Mix colors and textures.
*It’s also pretty to just use one branch with a bow attached.

*The picks closest to the top of the tree may need to be turned upside down so that you aren’t looking at the underside of it.

 STEP 5: ADD THE TREE TOPPER.

*Come down about 1/5th from the top.  Add three long, spikey picks around the tree at an upward angle.

*Choose three more slightly shorter and more full picks.  Place these a few inches closer to the top and in between the spaces of the first layer, also at an upward angle.
*Add a third layer closer to the top.  Using slightly shorter and more full picks.  These will be placed into the tree almost vertically.

STEP 6: ADD ORNAMENTS.

*First, place larger ornaments on the inside of the tree for added dimension.
*Next, place a few large ornaments toward the outside of the tree.  This is where you’ll want to put the ornaments that you want to showcase.
*Use long ornaments to help fill empty spaces.

STEP 7: ADD FLEXIBLE GLITTER TAPE TO REALLY GIVE YOUR TREE THAT “NAVITA DESIGNS TOUCH”.

*-Start attaching it near the top, but below the topper.  Wind it around the tree similar to how you applied the garland.
*Glitter tape kind of has a mind of its own, so allow it to twist and turn as you go.  That’s what makes it look so great anyway!

STEP 8: TWEAK, TWEAK AND THEN TWEAK SOME MORE.

*Step back from your tree and it examine it throughout the process.
*Make tweaks as you go

                STEP 9: YOU’RE FINISHED!



Now pat yourself on the back and enjoy the oohs and aahs of your family and friends!

Find all your Christmas tree decorations, fabulous home or office decor. Visit us today.
We are located at Rayneau on the Vide Bouteille Highway, Castries. For more information give us a call at (758) 450-7246. #NavitaDesign

Decorating For Christmas Early Makes You Happier - Experts Say!

With shops and TV adverts promoting the festive season even before November starts, it can be difficult to resist getting involved sooner than you'd planned. But when is the right time to dust down or shop the Christmas decorations (see video clip below) and start transforming your home?

Most see the start of December onward as being the most acceptable time to trim up. But there are still a lot of people out there whose Christmas begin in November or even October. If you're itching to break out the Christmas lights before the Festival of Lights on National Day, go ahead — psychologists say it might make you happier.

The British website Unilad got us all thinking about trimming the tree a few weeks early. In 2017, it reported that people who decorate earlier are simply tapping into the excitement of the holidays before the rest of us — which makes them happier.

There's no-one more enthusiastic about Christmas than Navita, from  Navita Designs Christmas Collection upstairs Rayneau in Vide Bouteille, who admits advertising her Collection as early as October to encourage customers to experience this happiness associated with early decorating.

Navita believes that in a world full of stress and anxiety people like to associate to things that make them happy and Christmas decorations evoke those strong feelings of childhood. She believes that Christmas is such a wonderful time of the year,that she doesn’t know how anyone wouldn't be in the spirit for putting up decorations.

But what is it, exactly, about Christmas decorations that triggers those happy hormones? For starters, the bright lights and colours experts say. Chromotherapy, or colour therapy, which is thought to increase energy levels and boost happiness, might be at play. Or maybe it’s just the ambiance in general — who can resist smiling at the sight of a Christmas tree being lit for the first time?

                                                                Decoration Ideas from Navita Designs

There's another possible benefit to decorating early, though: The neighbors might think you're friendlier! Research has shown that people interpret Christmas decorations on a home as a cue that the people inside are sociable.

We’re sure the Christmas-enthused homeowners in your neighborhood are already cranking the festive tunes. Maybe your own tree isn't up yet, but you’ve got to admit, the sight of theirs makes you happy every time you walk by.

So start your home decorations today by shopping  Navita Designs Christmas Collection  upstairs Rayneau in Vide Bouteille (721-8016). Our friendly customer representatives are waiting to help you bring this cheer and gladness to your home this holiday season.

Bon Fete Kweyol from RG Group!!

The grand finale of St Lucia’s 35th Creole Heritage Month, Jounen Kwéyòl, climaxes today Sunday, October 27, 2019 at various venues around the island.

Jounen Kwéyòl, also known as “Creole Day,” is a special time on the island of Saint Lucia. Observed on the last Sunday in October, this day celebrates the French/African dialect widely spoken in Saint Lucia.

A unique mix of creole (Kwéyòl) food, music, games and folklore give this festival a wholly unique flavor, unlike anything else in the Caribbean.

The Management and Staff of RG Group of Companies extend “un Bon Fete Kwéyòl” to all our customers, clients, friends, well-wishers and by extenion all St Lucians both here and in the diaspora.

Go out and enjoy the good food and drinks available. Selebwe en wespay epi lapay!

                      Bon Fete Kweyol Sent Lisi!

7 Rézon Pou Vini Achté Koté Rayneau

With everything under one roof, Rayneau branches in Monchy, Babonneau, Vide Bouteille and Corinth is now the most talked about one-stop home improvement store, supplying a vast selection of brand names in construction and industrial products, plus numerous services. We are confident that Rayneau offers the best overall value, period! Our store is a retail anomaly. It runs differently and sells differently, and is proud of it. 

There are competitors on all sides, but no one can mimic our operations. From its in-store labels to contractor financing services, Rayneau sets itself apart from the rest in the retail world. Our success and very existence are dependent on the frequent sales and word-of-mouth recommendations of loyal, satisfied customers. 

Simply, our mission is all about “….delivering the best quality products and services and constantly ensuring service beyond expectation.” On that note, here are 7 reasons as to why you should be shopping with us!

Reason # 1: Acme Customer Service

Our friendly Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) are always willing to help and their main objective is to assist you the customer as effectively as possible. We are aware that one of the most challenging issues for our CSRs is dealing with different customers - irate customers, offensive customers, and defensive customers. Because of this our CSRs have gone through rigorous training to get them well prepared. They are there to give you the “WOW” shopping experience. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to send us an email or give us a call at 1 758 450 7247, we will do our very best to answer all your questions in as much detail as possible.

Reason # 2: Quality Products

We make it our duty to stock products that have been tested and proven to give the best service to customers. It is for this reason our products are from some of the world’s top brands, like Makita, Hillman, Chemtron, Harris, Stanley etc.

Reason # 3: Product Knowledge 

Our Customer Sales Representatives understand our products’ features and this allows them to present their benefits accurately and persuasively. We know that customers respond to enthusiastic sale representatives who are passionate about their products and eager to share the benefits. Routinely every week every CSR must choose a product of his/her choice and describe it to his/her co-workers. This form of weekly training keeps our staff well informed about our products.

Reason # 4: Friendly atmosphere

Shopping at Rayneau is like being at home – the ambience says it all. From the time you enter you are greeted by the warmest of persons – whether it is our greeter or a sales representative, you are immediately treated as family. You will, through a few warm exchanges, be accompanied to the appropriate department to find your product(s).

Reason # 5: Convenient Shopping Hours

We have taken your working hours into consideration and have arranged these special opening and closing hours to suit your busy schedule.  

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 6:00pm
Saturdays 7:30am - 3:30pm
Sundays 9:00am - 1:00pm
Holidays 8:00am - 1:00pm

Reason # 6:  Support for the Local Economy

Shopping at Rayneau Construction & Industrial Products Ltd creates and supports local jobs. Many of the over 50 workers at the store live in communities not far off. Each time you purchase a product or a service, you are helping to pay the salary of a friend or neighbor.

Reason # 7: Team Leader Gives Back Generously

Reports show that Rayneau Gajadhar, CEO and Team Leader of the company contributes each year to communities, organizations, clubs and schools, through volunteering, in-kind contributions, and/or direct cash donations. That means your purchase of a good or service at Rayneau is a great way to “pay it forward.”

Over time, Mr Gajadhar has, among others:

1. Renovated the Old Immigration Department at the Police Headquarters on Bridge Street.
2. Presented education packages to  students for furthering their studies
3. Made numerous cash donations of over $32,000.00 to towards calypso Improvement,
4. Injected $50,000.00 to the Generation X program,
5. Donated $20,000.00 to the St Lucia Youth Business Trust  
6. Facelift for St Lucia Red Cross Building and Bexon Primary School
7. Constructed a building for the special needs children at the Roblot Combined School

He has categorically stated that the most important reason for giving, tended to be associated with the personal satisfaction and fulfillment. The least important reason he stated is direct business benefit.

There is no doubt, every customer who comes in at Rayneau leaves SATISFIED! So start

shopping at Rayneau.

Navita Designs Christmas Collections - Your Inspiration for Decoration Ideas this Season

Nothing quite welcomes the holiday season like a well-decorated festive home. Whether you prefer traditional red-and-green decor or favor more subtle gold ribbons and greenery, Navita Designs Christmas Collection can infuse every room in your home with Christmas spirit. Take decorating inspiration from this happy and spirited mix of decked halls, lush garlands, and, of course, trees, and trimmings galore. Your own winter wonderland is calling!

Navita Designs Christmas Collection sponsored by Rayneau Construction & Industrial Products Ltd carries the largest range of unique Christmas décor you will find on island with all the elements needed to decorate your home or office this Christmas.

Get inspired with Navita Designs beautiful Christmas decoration ideas that will turn your home, from dull and plain, into majestic and fabulous one. Create a holiday ambiance and express your joy for this season throughout your house with these indoor Christmas decorations ideas, because every room can use a Christmas touch for this coming holiday as well.

 Here we have a variety of decoration ideas that will fit in to your home and drape it with the holiday spirit.

We have in stock:  

CHRISTMAS TREES

PRE-LIT TREES

NATIVITY SETS

WREATHS

ELVES

STANDING SANTA CLAUS

NUTCRACKERS AND SOLDIERS

REINDEERS AND SLEIGHS

SNOWMAN

And there’s more!  Navita Designs Christmas Collection also includes: 

• A variety of weather proof Christmas lights, 
• Gift wrapping essentials, 
• Ribbons from 1.5 to 3.5 inches, 
• Tree toppers, lanterns, 
• Floral picks & sprays, 
• Glow candles, ornaments and ornament’ hooks, 
• Stockings and a lot more.

To bring it all together and help make your vision a reality we also have available, Glue guns, Glue sticks, spray paints, Adhesive sprays and staple guns.

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Shop Navita Designs Christmas Collection, at our new  sales show room, Rayneau Construction & Industrial  at Vide Bouteille on the John Compton Highway, or call us at 450 7246. Have you visited our Instagram page lately?

For all your holiday decorations - #ShopRayneau!

Accessorize with Rayneau to Make a Huge Difference Onsite

We are continuously urging our customers to always accessorize! They may be small, but they can certainly make a huge difference on site. 

Accessories are an essential purchase when buying your survey and safety equipment items.

Having the best and most appropriate equipment accessories will certainly help to enhance product capability and just to make the job that much easier!

Making sure you have the right accessories for a job will save you time, money and increase onsite safety.

At Rayneau, we specialize in top-quality tools and accessories for land surveyors. From essential surveying supplies like marking paint & chalk and flagging tape to precise surveying instruments, we guarantee the best prices and personal service for the hard-working people we serve.

We’ve put together a list of some of the best accessories for survey equipment:

Tripods are a simple but incredibly useful accessory and a must have for surveyors using lasers, levels, total stations & more!

Tripods are essential in holding survey equipment steady and allowing for accurate readings and results.

Levelling staffs are also a great accessory to have - they are used with a surveyor’s level to measure difference in elevation.

Other tools and accessories categories in stock are:

1. Safety Vests & Apparel - Hi-Vis Vests, Jackets, Pants, T-shirts, Hats
2. Levels - Auto Levels, Laser Levels, Digital Levels, Hand Levels
3. Surveying Equipment - Surveyor Instrument Tripods, Prism Systems, Tribrachs & Adapters
4. Measuring - Pocket Tapes, Folding Rulers, Tape Measures, Measuring Wheels, Laser Measuring
5. Expendables - Mag Nails, Flagging Tape, Marking Paint, Field Books

We offer a full range of tools and accessories to suit specific products. Get in touch with us today - visit or call our hardware stores conveniently located in Corinth  450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248 or Babonneau  450-5759 to discuss any requirements you might have!

#everythingunderoneroof #ShopRayneau

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5 Simple Tips to Start Planning for Christmas in October

Christmas is exactly 12 weeks away. While you probably have the October Monday Holiday and National Day on your mind, it’s not too early to start shopping and planning for Christmas. In fact, getting a head start on the holiday season can help you save money and keep on track with your gift budget.

Create a gift list

First, decide to whom you’re giving gifts. Immediate family is obvious, but don’t forget others like teachers and co-workers, even if their gift is just something small.

Now that you know who, you can start working on the what. The key to giving thoughtful gifts is being observant. Pay attention to family and friends interests and needs. When you notice something that inspires a gift idea, jot it down on your list, so you don’t forget.

Set a budget

Once you know how many gifts you need, you can decide how much to spend. For this, you’ll need to look at your income and monthly expenses and determine how much you can spend on gifts

Once you have the big number for your budget, decide how much you want to spend on each person on your list. This prevents you from blowing the whole budget on a few people, before you have a chance to shop for everyone.

And remember, a bigger gift isn’t always better. A small, thoughtful gift can have just as much meaning. #ShopRayneau for your gifts this year.

Start saving cash

The other step you can take once you establish a budget is to start saving and putting money for gifts aside. If you can put away just $40 a week for the next 12 weeks, you’ll have $480 the week before Christmas. That’s a decent size chunk of money to take to the store. Obviously some folks can save a little more each week and some less. The point is, it’s not too late to start saving for Christmas.

Take advantage of sales now

If you have your Christmas cash available already, you don’t need to wait for month-end November to take advantage of sales and discount prices. Most stores aren’t waiting for November either to offer low prices. When you see a good deal in October, don’t pass on it just because it’s not really Christmas shopping season yet. Start thinking of Christmas shopping season as all year! Keep checking our Facebook page for offers.

Shop early for decor items

Decorations items for Christmas go like hot cakes since shop retailers, and homeowners buy these to start their early décorations. Start shopping for décor supplies now at our Vide Bouteille branch. 

Find:-

·         Christmas trees up to 12ft

·         Pre-lit trees

·         Nativity sets

·         Wreaths & wreath rings

·         Figurines like penguins, elves, snowmen up to 4ft

·         Camels

·         Reindeers and sleighs up to 5 ft.

·         Standing Santa Clause up to 5 ft,

·         Nut crackers and soldiers up to 6ft

·         Plus other large commercial décor. 

You don’t want to find yourself furiously shopping for the best decors during the week before Christmas.

Plan early, then visit our hardware stores conveniently located in Corinth  450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248 or Babonneau  450-5759. We are well-stocked to handle all your preparation ideas for the Holidays.

A little planning ahead in October will help make your Christmas season merry and bright!