Nov
26
Most people look forward to the day when they can retire. No more boss, no more alarm clock, no more late meetings. . . in short, a life of freedom. Retirement marks the end of work and the beginning of play. What better reason to have a party? Retirement parties are both happy and sad. They are the end of a career, but the beginning of a new life. People who have worked together for a while become acquaintances and then friends. These relationships are special and though friendships can continue, they will be different than they were when you were working alongside someone. Leaving a familiar place and starting a new life can be challenging. A retirement party celebrates this challenge, remembering the past and looking ahead to the future. Your focus will want to be not only on the time that was spent at the company, but the opportunity that is on the horizon. The retirement party should be a celebration of the person retiring as well as his or her family. Careers affect the spouse and children significantly, and the future will almost always involve more time with loved ones. Most parties involve toasts of the retiree,...Read More
Nov
24
Looking for something slightly more low key? If so, consider our fashionista inspired invitations! For the girl that loves shoes or just loves to dress up and look fancy, these invitations are perfect. Our Sassy Shoes invitation is a great choice for dinner out or cocktails in, in celebration of the upcoming wedding. With a sassy open toed sling back and little pink buttons on the corners of the invitation, to frame your personalized wording, these invitations are a great choice for your soirée. Guys, are you planning a raucous party of your own or perhaps something more tame? Consider our Blue Frame invitations for your bachelor party. These invitations are simple, modern, and versatile. The "Blue Frame" invitation is a contemporary looking invitation that is an excellent choice for a sports themed bachelor party. Will you be taking in a baseball game with your boys or perhaps paintball or extreme karting? Any activity will fit nicely on this bright white invitation that is framed by a handsome royal blue border. Your friends will appreciate the invitation and keep it to remember the amazing time you had on your last night out with the guys. No matter what kind of...Read More
Nov
22
The date is set, the reception hail is booked, and the flowers are picked out. Now it is time to celebrate your last days as a single with your closest friends! The bachelor and bachelorette parties are a great opportunity to enjoy one final hoorah with the guys or girls, and your party invitations are the first step to an unforgettable event! The American Stationery Company has many invitations to fit your special bachelorette party. Whether you are planning a wild night on the town or an afternoon tea, these invitations will certainly be a hit with your guests and the bride-to-be. Read: Intro | Suggestions – Part 1 | Suggestions – Part 2
Nov
19
Bachelor and bachelorette parties are fast becoming a big part of the festivities leading up to the wedding. They have deep rooted traditions. The bachelor party can be traced back to the Spartans, when soldiers used to have a dinner and toast the groom on the eve of his wedding. The bachelorette party started in middle-eastern cultures when the women gather to paint henna tattoos on the bride-to-be on the eve of the wedding. These days, both women and men enjoy getting together with their friends to spend one last evening together, celebrating the rite of passage from singlehood to a more responsible married man or woman, before they take their vows. Planning the perfect bachelor or bachelorette party is usually an honor reserved for a close sibling or the best man / maid of honor. Any member of the wedding party can assume the responsibility though. Take his or her personality and preferences into account. Even though you are celebrating the farewell to life as a single, you should still be respectful of the person’s future spouse. For a girl’s night out, you may paint the town red by dressing up and dancing or just have a slumber party...Read More
Nov
17
If there is a high school senior in your life then photos are a perfect accompaniment to Graduation Announcements. You can include them, in your own format, on either traditional invitations or upload to one in digital format. Be sure to consider a photo return address label…they will put a nice finishing touch on your envelope. Again, a photo thank you with your graduates’ cap and gown will be a nice memento. Perhaps you know someone having a landmark anniversary; this is another good opportunity to utilize a photo. If you are having a party why not incorporate a “before” photo in your invitation? Most people love seeing what a couple married 25 or 50 years earlier looked like as a couple on their wedding day. A great gift for the anniversary couple could be photo thank you notes, with a photo taken among friends and loved ones on the day of their celebration. If you don’t have any family members or friends that fit any of the above scenarios you could consider incorporating a photo of a new home in your change of address notifications, or introducing a new pet to your friends via a short photo card. If...Read More
Nov
15
Everywhere we turn today someone is snapping, sharing or exchanging a photo. The following are a few examples of how those photos can be shared aside from the traditional printing and exchanging of prints. Those with young children in their lives want to record every special event and every year. They want to share these once in a life time milestones with grandparents, siblings, aunts and uncles, friends and more. While you are doing this photo exchange why not consider fresh new ways to share your photos. When planning this year’s birthday party, why not make it a photo invitation? This is fun for the receiver and adds a really personal touch to your invitation. There are a lot to choose from American Stationery and the turn around time is fast and easy. After a birthday or holiday it is also nice to send photo thank you cards to everyone you received a gift from. If you have a young child, just fill in the blanks and the photo can say more than the written, or lack of written words. Photos are also a great choice for holiday cards. Whether you select a traditional photo mount card or upload your...Read More
Oct
25
Valentine’s Day is a day for celebrating love, friendship, and romance. Best of all, it isn’t just for couples, it’s for everyone! Chocolates, cards, and flowers are nice, but throwing a party is a better way to show you care. This year, invite the special people in your life to get together using our distinctive line of Valentine’s Day party invitations. Try planning an evening with your closest friends, or try an hors devours party for a larger group of guests. Are you single? Put together a ladies’ night complete with cocktails and romantic comedies. If you are planning a romantic evening in with your valentine or a nice candlelight dinner for two at your favorite restaurant, an invitation is sure to have him or her waiting in anticipation. No matter what kind of party you are planning, our invitations are a great way to get the word out. For a light, whimsical look try our "Scrolled Heart" invitation. Set on a light pink backdrop, the fanciful heart dances behind your invitation wording. Are you looking for something more contemporary? Take a look at our "Dual Hearts" invitation. The modem striped background is livened up by the two bold hearts...Read More
Oct
22
The crisp autumn air, the crunching of leaves, the brilliant warm hues; fall is here! It’s the perfect time to gather friends and family together for a celebration. You don’t have to wait for Thanksgiving to host your get-together. Plan a party inspired by the festive foods, such as pumpkin pie or fresh picked apples. Light a bon fire and take in the sights and smells of the harvest time. Or, gather together to give thanks for the special people in your life, carve up the turkey, and pass the cranberry sauce! No matter what reason for your gathering, sending the ideal invitation is the first step to getting your party off to the right start. American Stationery has several Thanksgiving invitations to choose from to set the tone for your event. The "Fleur de Lis" invitation is stylish, with its bold stripes highlighted by fleur de lis pattern on the top and bottom. The clean white background draws the eye to your customized invitation wording. If you are looking for something more contemporary, the "Autumn Leaves" invitation is for you. Contrasting thick and thin stripes adorn the top and bottom of the invite in festive colors. The stripes are...Read More
Oct
20
St. Patrick’s day is a celebration of the patron saint of Ireland. St. Patrick’s mission was to convert pagans to Christianity. Today the date is widely celebrated as a day where everyone is Irish. It is the perfect time of year to put on your green and have a whole lot of fun. Are you looking for the perfect rainbow to lead guests to your pot o’ gold party? Look no further than the American Stationery Company and their top o’ the line St. Patty’s Day invitations! St. Patrick’s Day invitations can be used for social gatherings, pub crawls, parades, and social events, just to name a few. Our "Leprechaun Hat" invitation sets the stage for a lighthearted gathering. The shamrock border and fanciful hat will let your guests know they’re in for more than a wee bit o’ fun. Or, celebrate with the "Shamrock" invitations. The large green shamrock embellishes the upper left hand corner of these stylish invitations. They are a nice choice for any gathering in the month of March. You can finish your envelope off with a customized "Luck of the Irish" address label and your invitations will have everyone feeling lucky to be on your...Read More
Oct
18
A summertime tradition is getting together with family and friends to celebrate the 4th of July. After all, it is a birthday party for our nation! Whether it’s a backyard barbecue or cocktails and fireworks, the American Stationery Company has the perfect invitation for your party. Our 4th of July collection offers three eye catching invitations to choose from in bright red, white, and blue colors. Our "Happy 4th of July" invitations are contemporary and modem. Set on a background of white and light blue, the fireworks burst off the page and are accented by straight lines and a circle containing your invitation information. The "4th of July Striped Invitation" is more traditional. The vivid red and blue striped border features white fireworks and highlights the bold invitation greeting. For an invitation that is fun and exciting, try our "4th of July Fireworks" invitation. It features vibrant color bursts of red fireworks and patriotic blue stars on a plain white background. No matter which invitation you choose, your guests will know that this party will be a blast; order your personalized 4th of July invitations from the American Stationery Company today! Remember to check our New Arrivals category as well...Read More