As school begins, it signals introductions to many new faces in your child’s life. From new teachers, coaches, friends, and those friends’ parents, you can be sure that there will be many new faces for both you and your child to get familiar with. In the business world, we meet and greet, and exchange business cards. It can be as simple for us, as parents! American Stationery offers calling cards in a variety of colors and patterns, from the simple to the stately, from contemporary to fantasy, from sophisticated to fun. They are complete with your name and contact information. They make the job of remembering your name and which child belongs to you so much easier for the people you come in contact with. Hand them to a teacher at the parent-teacher conference; offer one to the band director. They will make having your contact information that much more accessible to the parents of your child’s new friend, and they will save you time when you want to leave a phone number where you can be reached with the soccer coach. Everyone likes to save time and everyone appreciates it when you save them time. Calling cards are a great...Read More
Perhaps one of the largest milestones you will face is a graduation. How fitting is the word commencement (or beginning)? It’s kind of the epitome of what defines a milestone, isn’t it’? Graduation certainly does close the door on one era and begins a new one. Graduation signifies a time of completion, a successful end to an academic era culminating with a ceremony, in which you are handed a diploma. Perhaps in the past the most celebrated graduation was high school. Now, however, there is significance placed on preschool and college graduations as well. College Graduation College graduation is not a feat all can accomplish. Many have left behind school friends, family and hometowns in an endeavor for higher education. College is where dreams start to unfold, relationships blossom and careers take birth. It is a catapult into the unknown. It is an opportunity to achieve greater financial stability, an opportunity to embrace a specific field of study and to take personal flight into higher elevations. College graduation is often a push away from the world of academia and a lunge onto a focused pathway.   Read:  Pre-School  |  High School  | College  
Perhaps one of the largest milestones you will face is a graduation. How fitting is the word commencement (or beginning)? It’s kind of the epitome of what defines a milestone, isn’t it’? Graduation certainly does close the door on one era and begins a new one. Graduation signifies a time of completion, a successful end to an academic era culminating with a ceremony, in which you are handed a diploma. Perhaps in the past the most celebrated graduation was high school. Now, however, there is significance placed on preschool and college graduations as well. High School Graduation: The tune of "Pomp and Circumstance" almost resonates in your ear, yes’? High school graduation is the dream everyone strives after. Year after grueling year has been put in to achieving this high honor. It is an achievement that one works towards from kindergarten forward. A child faces many obstacles, challenges, and advancements in working towards this goal. It is an honor and one to be celebrated and acknowledged. It is the stepping stone into the military, working world or higher education.   Read:  Pre-School  |  High School  |  College    
Perhaps one of the largest milestones you will face is a graduation. How fitting is the word commencement (or beginning)? It’s kind of the epitome of what defines a milestone, isn’t it? Graduation certainly does close the door on one era and begins a new one. Graduation signifies a time of completion, a successful end to an academic era culminating with a ceremony, in which you are handed a diploma. Perhaps in the past the most celebrated graduation was high school. Now, however, there is significance placed on preschool and college graduations as well. Pre-School Graduation A pre-school graduation is a celebration for your little one as they prepare for greater achievements in their academic development. One day the achievement of learning their A-B-C’s and 1-2-3’s and writing their name will seem quite insignificant to them. But, as a parent, it’s a huge milestone! You should be proud of how well your little one is learning. They are completing the ground work for a successful education experience. Celebrate, honor and cheer them on in their future endeavors. It will be the confidence builder they need to push them into the next stage they will face. Read:  Pre-School  |  High School ...Read More
The notion of coming of age can take on a variety of meanings. Coming of age could be the transition from being young and childlike to becoming older, wiser, and developmentally more mature. A few familiar representations of this would be the transition from infancy to a toddler or the celebration of one’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah or even that sweet sixteen party. Coming of age also suggests taking on new responsibilities. Sweet Sixteen Though some may feel turning 16 doesn’t change much there are significant responsibilities and opportunities that are now afforded, such as obtaining a driver’s license or holding a job. Sweet Sixteen parties are gaining more popularity. It somewhat embodies the idea that you’re only young once and is often a point in time adults remember fondly. It’s a youthful celebration. A party in which you are no longer a little child, but are not yet viewed as an adult. Here are some stationery suggestions: Read:  First Birthday  |  Bar / Bat Mitzvah  |  Sweet Sixteen  
The notion of coming of age can take on a variety of meanings. Coming of age could be the transition from being young and childlike to becoming older, wiser, and developmentally more mature. A few familiar representations of this would be the transition from infancy to a toddler or the celebration of one’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah. Coming of age also suggests taking on new responsibilities. Bar / Bat Mitzvah Though many would think of a Bar or Bat Mitzvah as a party it is actually the term given to represent youth of the Jewish faith who have now reached an age to accept certain religious responsibilities. Many families will celebrate this occasion in a ceremonial manner. Read:  First Birthday  |  Bar / Bat Mitzvah  |  Sweet Sixteen  
The notion of coming of age can take on a variety of meanings. Coming of age could be the transition from being young and childlike to becoming older, wiser, and developmentally more mature. A few familiar representations of this would be the transition from infancy to a toddler or the celebration of one’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah. Coming of age also suggests taking on new responsibilities. First Birthday Stationery Though a little one may not remember this moment, it is a significant jump. Over the course of a year an infant grows, changes, and develops faster than many other stages in life. It is an occasion to delight in and remember fondly. The birthday boy or girl is special and should be honored by family and friends. A child celebrating their first birthday may not have a huge need for stationery, however, there are items available that will keep a first birthday memory alive or allow a parent to send a quick thank you note from the child to a gift giver. Read:  First Birthday  |  Bar / Bat Mitzvah  |  Sweet Sixteen  
Coos, goos, and stinky-poos… soon life will be changing (no pun intended) upside down and inside out. Having a child is a very personal decision and certainly one that requires much planning. It is a good thing, generally speaking, parents get nine months in which to prepare. It is fortunate that pregnancy, birth, and child rearing is not something we do on our own. Everyone loves a baby and looks for ways to celebrate and pitch in, especially for the first time mom. For the Mom-to-Be The mom-to-be is a very special person. She is the temporary sole caretaker of the forth coming bundle of joy. But, that only lasts for a short while. Soon her little one will enter the world and mom will learn to rely on others, probably much more than she had been accustomed. One of the many ways friends and family can jump start that support process is through gift giving. A baby shower is of course the traditional way to invite family and friends into the experience as well as supply items that will get mom and dad started. Have you ever thought about the mom-to-be that isn’t surrounded by a lot of people?...Read More
Are you moving out of your parents home and into an apartment? Are you newly weds looking for a starter home? Has your current home lost it’s ability to meet the needs of your growing family? Or is it that you are now enjoying an empty nest and need to down size? Maybe a job or retirement has called you to a new destination. No matter why you are moving, it sounds like you are experiencing a major life change. There are many family, friends, co-workers and neighbors to inform. You have held these people close through other life changes, why change now? Give your move a little personalized attention. Moving Announcements The search is over and you are now making mortgage payments. Between packing, tossing out old stuff, purchasing new stuff and getting acquainted with your new home, you may have forgotten to share your new information with everyone. Save yourself a few phone calls and emails and let the mail man do the hard work. Invest your time in the simplicity of using an "our new address" card. You may not have had an opportunity to spend a lot of time saying your good-byes. Relocating due to a job...Read More
Bridal Shower Invitations: Showers can provide many things for the bride-to-be whether housewares or for intimacy. Showers can be thrown in a variety of ways and cover a multitude of necessities. They can be traditional or quirky; think outside of the box. For instance, if the couple is having a winter wedding a more traditional holiday invite could be turned into a unique and thoughtful event. Let’s Deck the Halls of Heather Smith‘s home with holiday themed shower gifts Saturday, Pvv. 22nd at 4:30 p.m. The Allen Home 123 Log Cabin Lane Bachelorette Parties & Men’s Outing: After months of planning and nervous jitters, there’s nothing more welcoming than the bride-to-be having a night to kick back and relax. This could be a planned event with the bride’s suggestions or a surprise event. Invites would be a good idea if you are planning a larger social occasion. Let’s not forget the gentlemen. Men don’t get showers, but what about having a men’s outing or a special event in honor of the groomsmen. An event such as a golf scramble could be a perfect fit for the sports enthusiast of any age range. Rehearsal Dinner: Though the rehearsal dinner is typically...Read More
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