Just returned from a long weekend in the Hamptons. My brother + sister-in-law spend most of their summer weekends there + we love it when we can sneak out to visit them. This is our 4th year going + my favorite part is spending time together outside, catching up over fresh vegetables from the local farm stands + fresh lobster from their local seafood shop. Which is why I am so excited to send them bright, fresh personalized coasters by the talented Tracy Goodwin of Paper & Ink Designs as this year’s hostess gift. At only $35 for 25 personalized coasters, they are a total steal! Great for parties, weekend getaways, new home blessings + everything in between.
Shop Personalized Coasters :: 25 for $35 >
If you’ve ever had a great assistant, you know their ability to keep your work life in-check means you can keep your whole life in-check…kick you-know-what at the office and still get home in time to eat dinner /walk the dog /tuck the kids in / watch the Real Housewives of NYC.
Hopefully you tell him / her how fabulous they are on a daily basis, but regardless, once a year it’s time to set aside a whole day for them, gift included.
Here are our Top 5 Gifts that Assistant’s will LOVE ::
1. Anything Anne Taintor :: All you have to do is read the sentiment to see why any assistant would FLIP over these laugh-out-loud desk items + cards. Show that you can laugh at yourself {even just a little bit}. That’s the gift behind the gift.
2. Snow & Graham noteBLOCKs :: Like flowers on their desk all year long. So pretty, so practical. Want extra credit? Jot down 3 super adjectives that describe your assistant on the top piece. Thoughtful without being sappy.
3. Picture Frames by Thomas Paul :: Even if they are deep in cubicle-land, you can give them a window to their outside world with these bright paper-wrapped, glass-front picture frames. Stylish + sturdy, they are designed by well-known home designer Thomas Paul. {While you are looking, check out the coordinating desk items. Great design for great prices.}
4. Luxe File Folders :: Chances are, if your assistant is filing for you at the office, he/she is pretty tired of staring at the same old manilla file folders at home. Help spruce up their home office with some amazing file folders.
5. The Glamourous, Patent Leather Audrey Bag :: Leave it to Russell+Hazel to make you feel glamorous even when schlepping files. Five flexible sections for files + accessories wrapped up in shiny, patent leather + sports gold hardware. In white or black.
Our Very Honorable Mentions…Thank them year-round with two more of our favorite desk items. They require a little more planning, so it’ll be tough to pull them off by next Wednesday, but they always make a big impression!
A Pretty, Personalized Paperweight:: A little office bling that will help keep your handed-off paper trail under control. Great for taming expense report receipts + other loose pieces of paper that tend to flap around the desk.
A Personalized Stamp:: All you need is their name or initial{s} to create a personalized stamp that can be used to turn plain paper into stationery, an index card into a recipe card, a sticker into a book plate, a roll of kraft paper into gift wrap. The ideas are endless.
I fell in love with Orla Kiely the moment I saw her handbags in Paris back in the {gasp} 1990’s. Orla Kiely’s playful color + sophistication was just a sight for sore eyes among 6 months of Parisian black. So, when we were given the opportunity to bring her paper goods to RedStamp.com I said “mais oui!” And here they are…My favorites from the collection…
Left to Right :: Notecards | Cross-Hatch Stem Composition Notebook | Green Linear Pocket Sized Notebook | Multi-Stem Address Book | Red Car Travel Journal | Scribble Spot Flower Notebook
This morning, the congratulatory calls were made to the nominees for the 81st Academy Awards, kicking off the excitement and anticipation of our favorite red carpet event. The big night is Feb 22nd, which is just 4ish measly weeks away.
We love the Oscars for the glitz, the glamour, and the PARTIES. This year, we encourage you to host your own gathering…it’s a really fun party to throw. And the entertainment is guaranteed, thanks to your TV.
Looking for party how-to’s? Might we suggest visiting epicurious.com…our go-to site for party + recipe planning.
Looking for invitations? We suggest sending out invitations 2 weeks in advance for this event. Here are our nominees for best invites ::
Cocktails Imprintable Flat Card :: Box of 12 :: Snow & Graham
Dahlia Imprintable Flat Card :: Sold Individually {on sale! 99 cents!} :: Rock Scissor Paper
Modern Stripe Personalized Invitation :: Paper & Ink Designs
Our Inspiration :: The Walk to the White House Residence
Our Recommendation ::
Oops. You didn’t mean to be an arse on Saturday night. Go ahead, say you’re sorry.
We see LOTS and LOTS of cards. And every so often we see one that makes our day. {In a “leap tall buildings in a single bound” kind of way.} So, in an effort to share these amazing cards with you, our stylish + graceful readers, we present our Hero Card series. These cards save the day.
A one-of-a-kind card for your one-of-a-kind friend who gave you a one-of-a-kind gift that you haven’t yet thanked her for. Get on it!
We see LOTS and LOTS of cards. And every so often we see one that makes our day. {In a “leap tall buildings in a single bound” kind of way.} So, in an effort to share these amazing cards with you, our stylish + graceful readers, we present our Hero Card series. These cards save the day.
Is there a buddy who’s been on your mind forever? Reconnect and say hello with this postcard made of sustainably harvested real birch wood.
We see LOTS and LOTS of cards. And every so often we see one that makes our day. {In a “leap tall buildings in a single bound” kind of way.} So, in an effort to share these amazing cards with you, our stylish + graceful readers, we present our Hero Card series. These cards save the day.
Headed to a dinner party this weekend? Thank them with a dinner-specific thank you card.
We see LOTS and LOTS of cards. And every so often we see one that makes our day. {In a “leap tall buildings in a single bound” kind of way.} So, in an effort to share these amazing cards with you, our stylish + graceful readers, we present our Hero Card series. These cards save the day.
How great would it be to get an actual invitation in the mail for a drink? Keep your New Year’s resolution alive to bring back date night…and in such a romantic way.
We see LOTS and LOTS of cards. And every so often we see one that makes our day. {In a “leap tall buildings in a single bound” kind of way.} So, in an effort to share these amazing cards with you, our stylish + graceful readers, we present our Hero Card series. These cards save the day.
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