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Creating Memories: Selecting That Very Special Gift

Giving gifts can be a wonderful experience but choosing the right gift can be a rewarding, unforgettable experience.

Take for example, the baby gift. Ask yourself a few questions. Is your friend expecting or adopting. Will the gift be for a boy, a girl or twins? Perhaps the answer is that you do not know.

Here are a few baby gift suggestions, though most are quite obvious:

1. A Gift Card - A very popular choice.
2. Choose an item or items from the gift registry.
3. Clothes, toys, diapers, strollers, rattles, formula, blankets, baby bath products, well, you get the picture. The list goes on and and on.........and on!

Many parents expecting a baby have 1, 2, 3, sometimes 4 baby showers! This might sound outrageous yet this seems to be the trend. If this is the case, the chances that a gift will be duplicated is quite high. So how will your gift stand out of the crowd?

If you want a gift that stands out, one that will last forever and be passed down or remembered for years, you might want to give a gift that that connects you with the baby or the parents.

A wonderful example is of a woman named Kate who was invited to her first cousin Lindsay's baby shower. Kate and Lindsay's mother's are sisters and when they were growing up, Lindsay's paternal grandmother made Kate several beautiful handmade dolls. By the time Lindsay was born, her grandmother was no longer able to make dolls. When Kate found out the her cousin already had three baby showers, she procrastinated for days, fretting over what she might buy. It wasn't until she went into her attic for something that she came across the five dolls that Lindsay's grandmother had so lovingly crafted. At that moment it dawned on her that those dolls would be a perfect gift.

While Kate wrapped the dolls she began thinking about the letter she would write to Amelia, Lindsay's unborn baby girl. She decided to write a handwritten letter about Amelia's great-grandmother, the dolls and how much it meant for Kate to have such a special woman in her life.
She tucked the letter into a beautiful baby themed card.

The day of the shower had finally arrived. Lindsay opened the handmade baby card and began reading aloud the letter inside that was addressed to Amelia. She tried her best to hold back her tears, and stopped frequently to wipe her yes. The letter did not reveal what these precious gift were, only how much they meant to Kate. One by one, Lindsay opened each doll revealing a more and more of her Grandmother. By this time most of the guests had tears in their eyes. Many of the guest had known Lindsay's Grandmother, a woman who had been deceased for almost 20 years. The dolls were a part of their memories as well.

This, Kate thought, will be a gift to remember. A lasting gift. A gift that will live on through generations.

Summertime, Camp & a Note Card

Summer vacation is well underway. You might have a child, grandchild or just a friend who is going to summer camp. Or perhaps your child is with a grandparent for a week or two.

Sometimes it's harder for the parent to be away from the child than it is for the child to be away from the parent. No matter what, a child wants to know that they are missed, no matter how much they don't show it.

In this technological age of texting, it may seem that we are constantly communicating with others but are we really saying anything with substance when we text?

When your loved ones are away or even live far away, a handwritten card or letter can leave them feeling special. Taking the opportunity to do so weighs far more than a text. It can give a child a feeling of independence rather than the feeling that you are just checking up on them.

So, enjoy your time away from your children and know that even though they may not express it, they do want to hear from you. Why not express your love for them in a simple note?

Why I Haven't Been Blogging

I know, I know. I should be blogging about about springtime or giving you tips on design, do it yourself projects or maybe even posting photos of babies and puppy dogs.

Ever since I announced that I would run a promotion on Jennifer! Designs products every Tuesday, I seem to be spending my time making new product and imaging the next promotion. I get excited about running sales. It's a way of thanking my customers and hopefully gain new ones.

This week I am offering Free Shipping when you spend $10.00. Just use coupon code: FREESHIP
 at the checkout. 

Did you know that all of the greeting cards are handmade? Did you know that there are over 250 designs to choose from? We ship within 3-5 business days, yet most shipments leave the studio the day we receive your order.

There is a contact section on the website if you have any questions or concerns. You can also contact me about custom orders. Perhaps you are interested in customized invitations or personalized note cards.If you can dream it, I can design it.

I'll do my best to dream up something to blog about but know that every Tuesday, you can count on a new promotion!

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Celebrate Mother's Day with 20% Off!

It's Tuesday, April 30th and Mother's Day is only 12 days away. Why not send Mom a unique, one of a kind, handmade Mother's Day card from 

Jennifer! Designs, Ltd ? 

This sale lasts until  May 6th, leaving you plenty of time for mailing your card on time. We ship within 3-5 days of receiving your order. 

To receive 20% off each Mother's Day card, us coupon code: MOM at the check out.

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Mother's Day Gift Ideas

I have compiled a list of gift ideas in anticipation of Mother's Day 2013,  which falls on Sunday, May 12th.

The gift of appreciation:

This gift can come in many forms like a letter or a poem placed inside of a handmade card or picture frame.. Flowers are often given on this day but if your mother loves to garden, why not buy her a gift certificate from her local nursery?

The gift of great memories:

Making your mother a handmade card or scrapbook will surely win her heart but if this seems like an overwhelming task, a digital picture frame loaded with photos is just as sweet.

The gift of relaxation and Pampering:

She might appreciate anything that keeps her from lifting a finger such as a house cleaning service for a year a  or a trip to the spa. You can't fail if you keep her interest's in mind.
 
The gift of good company:

It is always great seeing the people you love and break bread with them. Book a table at her favorite restaurant and invite the people she loves the most and enjoy a great meal.


The gift of technology:

Last year my brothers and I bought my mother an iPad. What a mistake! My parents fought over it until we bought my father one for Father's Day. If not an iPad, how about a smartphone or a digital camera. Just don't let your father see it!

The gift of time:

If you are unable to be with your mom on Mother's Day a phone call means a lot; especially if the conversation is all about her. If you have children, give them each a chance to say hello.

If you get the chance to visit your mother, consider reminiscing. You might want to look through photo albums together. Time is precious and when it's well spent, it can become a cherished memory.

The gift of sincerety:

Just saying "I love you, Mom", goes a long way!

HAVE A HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

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ALL EASTER CARDS ~ 25% OFF 

Easter is in one week, so of course all Easter Cards from Jennifer! Designs, Ltd are on sale when you use the coupon code: EGG ~

Below are just a few cards from the Easter collection.

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