Willow Tree You're the Best
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Willow Tree "You're the Best"
A Gift of Appreciation and Gratitude
"You're the Best" is a heartfelt figurine from the Willow Tree collection, designed to express gratitude and appreciation for the special people who make a difference in our lives. With its symbolism of wisdom, health, and nurturing, this figurine serves as a perfect gift for teachers, caregivers, volunteers, friends, and anyone who selflessly gives their best to others.
A Gift for Teachers, Mentors, and Caregivers
This beautifully crafted figurine makes a perfect gift to honor teachers, mentors, volunteers, or anyone who has played a special role in your life. The red apple is a classic symbol of learning, wisdom, and nurturing — making this an ideal tribute for those who guide and inspire others.
Product Features:
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Dimensions: 5.5”h – A charming size that will fit perfectly on a desk, bookshelf, or mantle.
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Material: Hand-painted resin figure, meticulously crafted with a focus on quality and detail.
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Design: A female angel with delicate wire wings, holding a shiny red apple in her outstretched hands – symbolizing wisdom, appreciation, and the best that life has to offer.
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Packaging: Comes in a gift-ready box, complete with an enclosure card, making it an easy and meaningful gift option.
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Care Instructions: Dust with a soft cloth or soft brush. Avoid using water or cleaning solvents to preserve the piece’s beauty.
About the Piece:
Artist Susan Lordi shares, “This piece is all about the apple. I wanted it to symbolize many things… to stand out, be large, delicious, shiny. Obviously, it’s a symbol for teacher appreciation — but the apple is also just a beautiful fruit! A metaphor for good health, wisdom, for someone chosen for something big … for a special person who always gives the best of herself or himself, and makes a difference in the lives of others.”
This figurine carries an open-ended meaning, allowing the giver and receiver to assign their own interpretations. Whether you are celebrating a teacher’s impact, thanking a volunteer, or honoring the special friends or mentors in your life, this piece captures the essence of gratitude and appreciation.
Why Choose the "You're the Best" Figurine:
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Express Gratitude: The red apple symbolizes more than just learning – it represents nurturing, growth, and care.
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Symbol of Wisdom: A wonderful way to recognize someone who has shared their wisdom and knowledge, making a lasting impact on others.
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Versatile Gift: Perfect for teacher appreciation, volunteer recognition, or any occasion where you want to express thanks for someone who gives selflessly.
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Meaningful Gift: The apple can represent many things — from health to knowledge to a person who always gives their best. Its versatility makes it a deeply personal gift for a wide range of occasions.
Why Willow Tree?
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Handcrafted Excellence: Each Willow Tree figurine is hand-carved by Susan Lordi, capturing intricate details and emotions through subtle gestures.
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Silent Communication: The figures speak to us through expressions, posture, and gestures, allowing the viewer to interpret the meaning in a deeply personal way.
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Perfect for Gift-Giving: The "You're the Best" figurine comes in a gift box, ready for any special occasion. It's an ideal way to show appreciation and gratitude to those who make a difference in your life.
Why This Piece Resonates:
The "You're the Best" figurine is a beautiful reminder of the people who touch our lives with their wisdom, kindness, and selflessness. Whether they’re a teacher, a mentor, or a caregiver, this piece celebrates their efforts and their impact. The red apple symbolizes the abundance of care and knowledge they give, making it a perfect gift for those who inspire, nurture, and make a difference.
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SHIPPING INFO
URBAN NATIONWIDE SMALL $9.50
URBAN NATIONWIDE MEDIUM $13.00
URBAN NATIONWIDE LARGE $18.00
RURAL NATIONWIDE $14.00
LARGE ITEMS (FURNITURE ETC) $99.00 (quote provided if necessary)
Getting your Gifts and Homeware out quickly is our absolute priority and we aim to have your order packed within 24hrs and on the earliest courier we can. Please note that peak trading times our ususal processing time can push out to 5 days due to volume so plan ahead an get your orders in nice and early.
Most orders leave the same day/next day that you ordered unless there is a delay or its pre-order. In the case of a delay we will generally drop you an email to let you know whats happening. If you want to check on stock availability or want to make sure an order goes out quickly its best to call the store on 09 2711350, we are open 7 days and the team will then be able to assist you and get your order sorted as soon as possible.
Parcels are delivered Monday to Friday and in some areas Saturday.
Once your order is despatched our normal expected delivery timelines:
AUCKLAND & HAMILTON DELIVERIES: 24-48 HOURS
ALL OTHER NORTH ISLAND DELIVERIES: 24-72 HOURS
SOUTH ISLAND DELIVERIES: 48-96 HOURS
RURAL DELIVERY CAN ADD 4-5 DAYS DEPENDENT ON YOUR RURAL DELIVERY
Please remember over peak seasons there can be delays so we reccommend getting your order in as early as possible to prevent any disappointment.
COURIER INFO
We ship using Go Sweetspot & Courier it so it can be sent on NZ Couriers, NZ Post or Post Haste and we also use Aramex.
Once your order is ready for courier collection you will receive and email from Go Sweetspot with the tracking info so yoou will be able to see your parcels movements and lodge an enquiry should it not arrive or take longer than expected.
LARGE ITEMS
Where you are ordering large items & furniture we have a standard $199 fee but we may need to offer a quote if the item is much less or much more than that. If the quote is too high and you decide not to go ahead we will refund the order for you. We understand large freight fees can be prohibitive.
RURAL DELIVERY
We happily deliver to rural addresses for an additional $4. Please note that these orders may take 1 to 5 days extra to arrived outside our normal expected timing.
INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
We offer International shipping to Australia only.
Tracked Mail to Australia is charged at $33 - we cannot ship large items without a quote.
CLICK & COLLECT
Combine the convenience of ordering online and the flexibility of picking it up at a time that suits you during the day. As long as the items you have ordered are in stock we will notify you within approx 4-8 hours of you placing the order advising your order is ready to go and you can just drop into the store located on Garden Lane in the Botany Town Centre and pick it up. Simply place your order and select 'LOCAL PICKUP'
When collecting please give your name & order number.
PRE ORDERS, SPECIAL ORDERS & DELAYS
Please note if you order an items that are on PRE ORDER there will be a delay on despatch and this may be as it is on it's way at a designated time or we need to order it for you specifically. As soon as the stock is received it will be despatched to you.
If an item/s you have ordered is out of stock we will refund your order or offer an alternative. If there is a delay your order will be held until the stock is ready and we will email you to notify this delay. If you are not happy to wait we will refund your order.
SPECIAL DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS
Let us know at the checkout in the comments box whether you have any special delivery instructions.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Give the shop a call on 09 2711350, we are open 7 days and the team will be able to answer any questions or check stock etc there and then. Alternatively send an email to info@raptonline.co.nz
- Email the store on info@raptonline.co.nz & advise of the return & if you would like an exchange or store credit.
- Package your item/s with all original tags and packaging and pop a copy of your email in the parcel.
- Post to RAPT, 21 GARDEN LANE, BOTANY TOWN CENTRE, AKL 2013
- We will ship your exchange FREE of charge (for the first time - further exchanges we will call to pay the freight via credit card) or email you with your store credit code. Please allow a few days for delivery and processing of your return, especially at peak times. (your store credit is valid for 6 months).
- All returns must be sent within 10 days of receiving the item/s. With limited stock our lines change frequently so returns must be handled quickly. Anything received outside of 10 days will not be accepted and will be returned to you.
- The item/s must be in original condition with all tags or packaging. Item/s returned without this will not be accepted.
- Shipping returns is at your cost however if you want to exchange for an alternative items we will ship that out at our cost. We recommend when sending returns that you freight on a tracked method of shipping as we are not responsible for items lost or damaged in transit.
- RAPT reserves the right to decline any exchange after 2 previous exchanges have taken place and may refuse any return of goods.
PRE ORDERS
If you are not happy with your Pre-Ordered goods when received you simply follow the same process as above for a Change of Mind and can choose and exchange or credit.
Your Peace of Mind is absolutely assured when ordering your Gifts, Fashion & Homeware Online with RAPT - we do our best to avoid any issues or problems and work to resolve any issues promptly should the occur. If you'd like to give some feedback on the RAPT Service we are more than happy to receive it as we are always striving to improve! To send your feedback you are more than welcome to email info@raptonline.co.nz
