Did you know??

Do you know the history of monogramming?  Monogramming first appeared on coins in Greek and Roman times around 350 BC as a way of identifying their origin

It was also used by artisans in the Middle Ages to identify their work; especially when the trades were restricted by guilds as a means of preventing unauthorized participation in the trade.  But, the monogramming with which we are most familiar is that practiced by aristocrats in the Victorian times. They used their personal monograms to symbolize their place in high society.

Today the monogram has become a fashion statement all itself.  Showing up on everything from stationery to clothing. 

 

And the traditional rules have given way to personal style making the monogram increasingly popular among all ages.  But, if you're wondering what tradition dictates, you can read more about Monogramming Etiquette on our website.

Sneak Peek at Something New!

We've been working on a little something special lately...

We are SO excited to reveal our NEW WEBSITE soon!!!  NEW design, NEW setup, and NEW items added constantly!!  And, as if that isn't exciting enough; we're unveiling our NEW easy to shop mobile website too!  Now, have personalization at your fingertips now matter where you are!

 

Just can't wait? Well, neither can we!! Stay up to date with our Grand Online Opening by following us on Facebook and Instagram.  We'll even have a special for all of our online shoppers to help us celebrate!

This Week We're Loving......

ANCHORS!! The go-to icon of summer fun, anchors have been showing up everywhere for some time now.  

 We love them on tshirts.....

koozies........

cups......

and anything else we can find!  Feining for more?  We have a Pinterest Board FULL of ideas!!

Anchors Away!!

A Mother's Day Special

We're doing an in store special for Mother's Day with Alicia Haskew...

What mom doesn't want family pictures?  Especially when they are this beautiful.....

Through Mother's Day, make $100 worth of in store purchases with us and receive $50 off a mini session from Alicia Haskew Photography. 

You're Invited....

Another wedding season is upon us.  I just read somewhere last week that the average couple has 2.5 wedding showers.  Not sure where the .5 comes from....Who exactly is having one half of a wedding shower?  Do you get double points if it's a couple's shower? I dunno.

ANYway, if you're lucky enough to have to plan a shower for someone, we've corralled some adorable ideas for Showering the Bride(or couple) with love!

I LOVE this one SO much, I may be using this theme for my own Anniversary Party coming up soon!  And the best couple's shower gift?  A laundry basket filled with cleaning products, paper products and grocery store gift cards.

 

 

I love the shoes and candy for a girly brunch or fun cocktail hour shower theme!

 

 

Whatever your theme, don't forget to visit us for custom Shower Invitations, Thank you cards, Hostess gifts, Party favors and more!!  And check out our Wedding Shower Pinterest Board for more ideas.

 

 

 

What We're Loving

The Scallop(Shell)  pattern is turning up everywhere, and we sure do LOVE it!!  We're seeing it in clothing; like this skirt and short from Lilly Pulitzer....

It's the newest design in Statement Necklaces like this one from Kate Spade...

And we love the Scallop Circle around a monogram ....

What do you think? To Scallop or not to Scallop???

Mother's Day Picks (just one month left to prepare)

Mother's Day is exactly 30 days away.  Here are our picks for making Mom smile.  If you're smart enough to start early, we love these Mother's Pendants.....(they will take about a week to 10 days to be done)

Not the type to plan that far in advance? We also like a spa wrap with a spa gift card and a coupon for babysitting or cleaning, or whatever other motherly duties would prevent her from redeeming the spa gift card....

But, as we all know, it doesn't take a costly gesture to make mom smile, just a little something from the heart is as good as gold. We love these ideas from The Celebration Shoppe