As the years go by it seems like the holidays approach us faster and faster.  I don’t know what it is, the fact that we are getting older and in turn days go by faster? That we are all so busy and thus the holidays really do sneak up on us? Or that stores feel the need to set up a Jack o ‘ lantern display parallel to an inflatable Rudolph? Whatever the case may be, please don’t blink now; we’ll all be carving a turkey tomorrow! One of the conveniences of living in this modern day and age is that you don’t have to get out in the cold weather to shop. You need not encounter the unfortunate but very real grouchiness of your fellow man that inevitably occurs at the check out counter. No, you can shop at home in your fuzzy jammies with a glass of wine or cocoa beside you. Whether this means by mail, telephone, or computer is up to you. But at American Stationery we’ve been offering free catalogs for over 90 years! We’re still at the same brick and mortar building in a small town in America’s heartland. What does that mean? Well it...Read More

We all have people on our Christmas list that are difficult to please. But, could there be a group more difficult to please than the teenage girl? When most everything is met with an eye-roll, a fake smile, or a borderline rude hair flip, they’re nearly impossible to read let alone please. Here at American Stationery, we like to think we might have a few tricks up our sleeve for you. Below is a list of a few things that we feel are less likely to induce a hefty sigh followed up with a “you just don’t get it” face. Remember all those photos you took of her and all her best friends just before the big dance?  Upload her favorite and order a custom case for her phone. We offer four different sized covers from the item number 9596 which fit’s the iPhone 3, to the item number 9597 which fit’s the  iPhone 4 and 4s. We also have the item number 9598 which is for the Samsung Galaxy II and the 9599 which is for BlackBerry Bold. Each phone cover is just $39.00.  She can take her favorite photo with her on the go and show it off...Read More

While June is notoriously the favorite month to get married in, fall months such as September and October are not too far behind. These months offer warm weather without much risk of being hot. The pretty outdoor scenery also offers an ideal backdrop for those nature loving couples. Using the changing leaves and gorgeous sunsets of the autumn months for photos is free and always timeless. At American Stationery we offer a wide variety of gifts for weddings so if you are planning on attending a wedding in the coming months, or any month really, here are a few ideas: Have a couple that loves entertaining? Just take a look at our personalized coasters! Items 2269 and 2269M are our newest addition to disposable coasters. These heavyweight round coasters have a three ringed design on the outside and your choice of either a monogram or a design with words in the center. This style of coaster is sold only in white and has a large variety of ink color, type style and design choices available. They are letter pressed for the most exquisite look and have an acrylic holder which they fit into perfectly. Measuring at 4″ in diameter, $34.95...Read More

Coming soon is National Grandparent’s Day. This holiday was started in 1978 to be the first Sunday after Labor Day. It is a wonderful holiday, with limited publicity.  This year, it will be celebrated on September 8th. And if you order soon, you should have plenty of time to order that special gift for your loving grandparents. There are of course several reasons why we would want to purchase a gift for our grandparents. They do so much for us. From kissing boo-boos and making cookies when we are little, to helping us to negotiate and understand our parents when we are teenagers. And then for a few of us lucky ones, being there for us when our children are born and witnessing and guiding us to be great parents. Celebrating grandparent’s day is a great way to show them how much they mean to you. This is also a great way to show your children that older generations have a lot of knowledge and information to offer. Many grandparents these days are still quite active people. In fact some more so than those still working their way up in their 70’s. From social events, to volunteer work, and of course family. The golden years...Read More

Summer is typically best known as the season of leisure. We take vacations. We spend time with our families. We reflect and reconnect. With all the relaxing, it is easy to neglect certain things but, best for the day you must come back to reality if you do not. During the summer we may forget to stay on top of our reading. Reading for pleasure is a terrific way to relax yes, but it also helps to exercise the brain. Don’t forget to pick up a couple summer reads this year at the local bookstore. If you are looking for something easy to travel with and keep you uplifted, take a look at the books offered at American Stationery. Item #2161 is titled “I know I came in here for something”. It is full of uplifting chuckles to delight you and keep a positive outlook on those inevitable senior moments. “Laughter was created for days like this” Item #8786 Is an inspiring book full of inspiration and laughter. A reminder that God is there to get us through, this book is a real gem to have on hand. “Paws for a moment with God” Item # 9479 offers insight from...Read More

Father’s day is quickly approaching but, there is still time to order him a personalized gift from American Stationery. Hands down our most popular correspondence card is the HBC Navy bordered card. This is an absolute favorite amongst men. The options for paper are navy and white the ink color is various although navy does match the border best. You have options for printed or plain envelopes and interior liners too. For the father who is still in business and writes plenty of notes to colleagues and clients these cards are simply a great choice! Simply search the letters HBC in the search box on the website to pull it up. For the list maker we suggest ordering the contemporary memo pads. They are simple with his name at the top and a thin border, the perfect 5×8 size they are ideal for so many things we couldn’t possibly mention them all. But a few would be, scorekeeping, note taking, and of course list making. Type in number 3325 in our search box to take a look. Don’t we all need luggage tags? For the dad who still takes frequent business trips, or the one who goes away on several...Read More

Soon it will be mother’s day. A time when we celebrate all the mothers and women who are like mothers in our lives. Most mothers don’t care what their gift is. It’s nice to just be thought of. A visit from their loved ones is typically a sufficient way of letting them know we love them and appreciate their unconditional love. But, if you are in the market to purchase a present for your mother, or grandmother or aunt. Think about a gift of stationery. At American Stationery, we pride ourselves in offering a vast assortment of stationery. Available in many styles and designs there is definitely something for everyone. Take a look at our website or browse through our full color catalog. Mother’s day is quickly approaching but if you order soon you should have plenty of time to receive your personalized order. For the loved one who has a passion for gardening, Consider purchasing a set of the Zinnia Notes. These are a delightful and vibrant fold over note card that comes with envelopes. They are perfect for the family member who loves to send notes out to friends. Especially the one who is always preaching to you...Read More

Let’s face it receiving a gift is fun! First of all more often than not receiving a gift usually coincides with something awesome. Holidays are awesome, your birthday, awesome and landing that client, awesome! Then there is the fact that someone thought of you with all that is going on in their own life and decided to take time out of their daily hustle and bustle to purchase something for you. When you think of all that, receiving a present sounds pretty great. But, a personalized gift? Well, there is nothing like it. The thought and care that goes into purchasing a personalized gift goes beyond what most would consider normal consideration. A personalized product says that the gift giver thought long and hard about what to purchase for you, and purchased something they feel you will want to display proudly. Maybe it boasts your name, your monogram or your family name. At American Stationery, personalization is very important to us, and not only for stationery but other gifts as well. The dip and serving board is a unique and welcome gift for your favorite host or hostess. This product allows for generous servings of bread or crackers along with...Read More

Did you know that American Stationery sells recipe cards? We offer item 9158 which is a hot pink box full of 105 recipe cards that feature a flourish design in a combination of pink, green, and orange. Dividers are also included so you can keep your poultry separate from your pie. $28.95 is a small price to pay for all the organization this little box offers. Now you will no longer have to worry about losing all of those heirloom recipes you have jotted down on random scraps of paper. Just sit down at the table, pour a cup of tea and begin transferring them over. The pretty pink box adds a pop of color on your kitchen counter. It’s also small and will fit easily on any counter space without taking up much room. Do you have a pinterest account?  There are so many of us out there who have several recipes pinned that we are just dying to make but we never write the recipe down. So why not purchase a box to keep at your desk so the next time you see that delicious recipe come across your screen you will jot down the particulars. This will...Read More