Archive for January, 2017

Silver Christening Gift Ideas

Christening Gifts That Will Be Cherished for a Lifetime

Of all the opportunities to welcome someone into the family, our warmest, most heart-felt sentiments belong to our tiniest additions. No one can match the pride and excitement felt by new parents, but we all look forward to celebrating and sharing their happiness. This very special occasion calls for a special gift.

You want to give a unique present destined to be cherished for a lifetime. Even a traditional selection can be made into a personal showing of how much you care. The perfect christening gift is always given with love, so wrap your affection around these beautiful baby present ideas.

The Classic Silver Cup

Very few baby christening presents are as timeless as the classic silver baby cup. It’s simple and simply a must-have in every little one’s collection of sweet things. It’s elegant and a lovely addition to nursery shelf decor. Choose a tiny silver chalice with floral borders for the littlest lady, or present the youngest man with a classically designed cup. Please everyone with teddy bear motifs, double handles or gold inlays. Make your gift even more memorable by personalizing it with an engraved name, monogram or message.

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Flower Arrangement Tips For Your Next Table

Finding the Perfect Flowers for Your Table Arrangement

Floral table arrangements add a touch of elegance to dinner parties, holiday gatherings and other special events. Creating your own arrangements saves money and allows you to get creative color. You don’t have to be a pro to put together beautiful collections of flowers. A little planning is all it takes to get everything just right.

Consider the Season

The best flowers for any party are those currently in bloom. Instead of driving yourself crazy trying to find “exotic” flowers to grace your tables, look for seasonal flowers the same way you shop for seasonal produce. Some of the most popular flowers by season are:

• Spring: anemones, apple blossoms, daffodils, hyacinths, lilacs, peonies, sweet pea, tulips and ranunculus
• Summer: alliums, chrysanthemums, forget-me-nots, foxglove, freesias, gardenias, hydrangeas, lavender, lilies and snapdragons
• Fall: aster, baby’s breath, dahlias, marigolds, orchids, Queen Ann’s lace, roses, sunflowers and zinnias
• Winter: amaryllis, carnations, holly, jasmine, poinsettias, star of Bethlehem, star gazer lilies and pansies

Keep in mind some seasonal flowers have very heavy scents. Stick with lightly scented or scent-free flowers to accommodate guests with allergies and sensitivities. Tulips, roses, lilies and ranunculus are all good choices.

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