Archive for May, 2013

IDEAL GIFT IDEAS FOR MOTHERS’ DAY

Mothers’ Day is quickly approaching and if you are like me, then you are trying to scramble to find the best gift idea for your mom that will beat last year’s gift.  Today, I thought I would give you a few words of encouragement before you brave the elements and find a gift for the woman who brought you into this world. Let’s start with a few ideas that I think you and your mother will enjoy this Mothers’ Day:

Lipstick Case

Nickelplate Gift by Sheridan

Chic, handy, and useful is the way to describe this 3.5″ long hinged lipstick case. This lipstick case is a full 1.25″ wide, so it holds most lipsticks easily inside the non-tarnishing, nickel plated case. This case also features a handy mirror inside the lid.

This nickel plated lipstick case is perfect for just about any woman on your gift list. You can make this item personal to the recipient by adding custom engraving. Add the item to your cart to view engraving options. This case comes gift boxed.

Oval Locket Key Chain

Nickelplate Gift by Sheridan

This oval shaped hinged locket key chain holds 2 photos approximately 1″ x 1.25″. Keep those treasured photos with you when you are on the go. The oval locket measures 1.75″ x 1.5″. The ring is about 1.375″ diameter. The bright silver finish is nickel plated and will not tarnish.

You can make this locket key chain personal to the recipient by adding custom engraving. Add a keychain to your cart to view engraving options. This item comes gift boxed.

Purse Mirrors

Silverplate Gifts

Made in silver plate, these purse mirrors are wonderful gifts for the women in your life. Give them to your bridesmaids to say thank you. Give them to your best friends, just because. At this price, give one to yourself too!

Botanic Flower

Cast Aluminum Serveware by Mikasa

Invite the essence of nature into your home with the Botanic Flower Collection from Mikasa. Each piece in this collection is exquisitely crafted in embossed metal. The collection is inspired by the gentle curving of branches, curling of petals, and sloping of leaves found in nature. Experience the timeless beauty that is Botanic Flower and create a stylishly casual setting every time you entertain.

Constructed of durable and food safe cast aluminum, these pieces never require polishing. All you need to do is simply hand-wash with mild soap and dry with a soft cloth.

Beaded Dresser Set

Nickel Plated Gifts by Sheridan

This Sheridan Beaded Nickel Plated Dresser set is an excellent quality 3-piece set that features a handled mirror, a brush with soft off-white bristles and a comb. This set has a beaded border design which allows for room for a personalized engraving on the mirror and brush for that special woman. This set is made of a non-tarnish bright nickel plated finish.

Peony Keepsake Box

by Reed and Barton

Decorated with a raised peony floral design in beautiful silverplate. This heirloom quality keepsake box features a navy blue velvet lining on the inside. Measures 6-1/2″ in length, and includes an elegant gift box.

These are just a few items we offer that could be perfect for your mother. If you still need help finding that perfect gift please feel free to call 1-800-426-3057 to get a hold of one of our wonderful sales staff who are always happy to help you.

Selecting a cake set fit for a Royal Wedding

Mikasa Love Story Cake Set

Mikasa Love Story Cake Set

The Royal Wedding may be over for between Prince William and Kate Middleton, but this doesn’t mean that you can’t create your own royal wedding, starting with with a few tips on selecting the perfect cake set.

If you are planning to give a cake set as a gift for a couple on their wedding day, or looking for a cake set for your own wedding,  the process of searching for the right set can be time consuming and difficult without some help along the way.

Below are a few steps to take when searching for the right cake set:

Step one – Choose your Style

When choosing the correct style of cake set for your wedding, whether it is sterling silver, silver plated, or a durable stainless steel, the goal to remember these items will last longer than the cake in preserving the memory of the wedding. Therefore, it is great to match the cake set to style of the wedding and the cake itself.

Step two – Decide on the Design

There are a variety of different shapes, weights, sizes, and patterns you can choose from for your cake set.  Also, as a rule of thumb is if the wedding is featuring a round cake, using a triangle server works best.  A square cake however,  requires a square cake server.  Take in consideration the main theme of the wedding:  the colors, floral arrangements, and anything else that will stand out in helping you pick the perfect cake set.

Step three – Narrow down your Search

Now you have a few favorite cake sets and you have the challenging task of deciding on the right one. Here are a few categories you may want to consider to make the choice a bit easier:

Price – How much you are willing to spend? The range of cake sets can go from $20 to hundreds of dollars. Determine your budget, and then find the highest quality and best looking sets within your price range.

Quality – From stainless steel to sterling silver, wedding knives and cake serving sets are available in many different materials. Some even have plastic or wooden handles. Certain sets are higher quality than others and will last much longer. Determine what you like and what you can afford.

Longevity –  Is the set timeless enough that you could use it again (say, for a special anniversary)?

Step four- Get it Engraved!

Many couples opt to have their wedding knife and cake server set engraved, often with their names, initials, or wedding date. If you have your heart set on engraving, make sure you find out if the retailer you plan to purchase the set from offers engraving services.  This will avoid the additional step of engraving your cake set later.

Hopefully this helps with your hunt to find a cake set fit for royalty. However, if you still have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at 800-426-3057