Consider those situations where you want to give a thoughtful host/hostess gift but have no inspired ideas.  How about a scented candle? Yawn…. Some wine perhaps? Will your taste be their taste? I know…some boxed peanut brittle! How were you to know about that nasty peanut allergy? As much as you would like to show your gratitude, you end up feeling like you failed in your efforts and underwhelmed your friends.

Have you considered personalized coasters? First of all, they are useful.  Who doesn’t need them at one time or another!  Additionally, you can personalize them with either names or initials. And…let’s not forget, they are easy on the pocketbook but deliver extra points in the considerate guest column!

Please take a moment to look at our great designs.  We are always adding as well so always check back with us.  Our coasters are on heavy absorbent stock, 24 per order. So… this year, with a little planning, you can present a gift that will be appreciated and utilized. Cheers!

Children that are growing up today are very familiar with technology.  As a matter of fact, many of them are more adept at navigating their way thru smart phones, pads, and laptops than most adults, which can be very disconcerting…  Yet, there is still a thing or two that we can teach them!

The art of the handwritten note may seem dated in the world of text messages and email but I ask you, which would you prefer?

A personalized note reflects the fact that someone went the extra step to express their gratitude.

Our new children’s fill-in note cards are the perfect tool in teaching your children how to write a note card. Our two sided notes have built in creativity.  Children can choose their favorite font to personalize their name or greeting and with some designs, allow them to add their favorite photo of themselves as well.  A lesson enjoyed by all!

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What would we do without our cell phones? They have become such an essential part of our daily lives.  There is very little we cannot accomplish with the help of our digital assistant.  It is for that very reason, we need to protect them and well,…dress them up a bit.  Our constant companions might as well reflect our personal style, team colors or perhaps our own precious honey boo boo.  Sorry… I couldn’t resist.

There are a lot of choices in the marketplace today, without a doubt.  The difference that really takes it to another level is personalization.  SanLori not only offers an abundant amount of design choices, we also allow a full palette of color changes, assorted fonts and photo designs.  Do you have a small business that needs an extra push? Drop your logo into one of our easy to use templates and get noticed!

I know we haven’t even broken out the candy corn yet, but we all know that the holidays will be upon us quicker than we know. What a great gift a personalized cover makes!  We currently carry covers for iPhone 4 and 4S but will soon be adding the upgrade as well as cases for the iTouch, Blackberry and Samsung models.  I’ve made my case for the fabulous SanLori phone covers and now… it’s time to make yours!

Becoming organized can be as basic as making a daily list.  Jotting down your errands, your groceries, and your “to-dos.” Glancing back at a list to see what you have accomplished can be very gratifying or possibly mortifying depending on what you were able to complete!  But one thing is for sure; you have put yourself on notice.  Once you write it down, you are accountable. That little list tells the story.

So… since this list is able to keep you organized and on the right track, it might as well be attractive, right? We think so!  SanLori is introducing twelve new magnetic list pads that look outstanding on your desk, your fridge or at the cash register as you complete that last exhausting errand of the day.  I’m sure being on the A- list is good for the ego but keeping a list, is good for the soul.

There are some gifts, as nice as they are to receive, are just downright problematic when it comes to presentation. Case in point…anything in a bottle!  Somehow wrapping paper ends up looking like a Pre-K papier-mache’ project and even if you buy one of those decorative bags, you still don’t have anywhere to put a card!

Introducing…. Message On a Bottle! The decorative answer to your gift-wrapping dilemma.  Perfect for wine bottles, cordials, specialty oils and vinegars.  Styles vary from an elegant approach to a bit of whimsy but they all do their part is dressing up your offering and identifying it’s intended destination.  No more bottle identity crisis. This year, your host will know who gave them that bottle of private reserve and not the Two-Buck Chuck!  Holiday and everyday styles are now available.  Cheers!

If you are supposed, “to stay,” that would imply that you are, correct?  So let’s assume for arguments sake, that you are chill, chic, trendy, hip, fly, phat, kicky or at the very least, skillful with the thermostat.  Everything is open to interpretation, after all. Today we will address this common exhortation and explore a simple path toward mission accomplished!

Korto Momolu Fill-in invitation has fashion sense.

Here is a way to beat the heat, endear you to your friends and neighbors, transcend the economic crisis and yes, “stay cool.”  Host an informal party/get-together so you can have face time, not facebook time with your friends! Remember them?

Aqua Cool

Mail an invitation. Not an e-vitation! It conveys your interest in their attendance and alerts them to the fact that you are not inviting them to come purchase items such as overly-smocked children’s clothing, questionable “fashion” jewelry or suspect kitchen items that don’t seem to have an obvious use of any kind.

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Poolside is definitely Cool-side!  Pool parties are casual, appropriate for all ages and simple to pull off. It pretty much covers the entertainment part of the equation.  It also eliminates all pretension. Lycra can only do so much.  Cannonball!

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No Pool? That’s Cool! It’s probably more comfortable inside your casa with the air cranked down and the music cranked up!  Music is like an invitation, as it sets the mood of the party.  If you want to go cool jazz, some suggestions are: Harry Connick Jr., Michael Buble’, Dave Brubeck and of course, Frank Sinatra, the chairman of the board! A martini bar wouldn’t hurt either…

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For additional stylish fill-in invitation suggestions, click here.  Happy summer!

I love food.  Let me now take that a step further and admit what I really have a jones for…. All things sweet!   So when we decided to add “Cupcake Toppers,” as one of our new products, the ole’ cogs started churning.  Just think of the testing that will need to take place.  Does this pick look better on the red velvet or the black forest gateau? I better make an extra effort to get this right and try it with the peanut butter cup or better yet… the chocolate malt ball!!

Delicious Decisions!

Well…forty-eight toppers and two dress sizes later, we have a delightful little offering that will enhance any of your iced creations.  They come in hanging bags of 8 and match many of our children’s Fiddle-de-de invitations and thank you notes, which just made your party planning that much easier! So kick back, pick your theme and just add cupcakes. A win-win for all!

Charlotte can't wait to talk about her new Cupcake Toppers!

When you hit the milestone numbers, there are two roads to go down.  You either quietly go cry in the corner while mumbling, it’s only a number, it’s only a number, or you embrace it! I say, pick door number two and have a PARTY! So with that being said, I thought I would show you a clever use of one of our invitations for a big 4-Oh party. Masquerade, anyone?

At this particular 40^th birthday party, the mask is a must.  All attendees are required to come in disguise.  This theme automatically brings some amusement to the evening when you see how your friends present their alter ego.  (In itself, could be worth the price of admission!)

This invitation was printed in Portuguese so FYI, “Festa de Mascara” is not a Mary Kay home party but indeed a masquerade event to celebrate the “40 so far” and whatever life holds in the future.  So with good design and a little imagination a fabulous evening is born. Feliz aniversario!

A new season has arrived, and with it an entirely different cadence and awareness of starting anew.  Hope has once again left its calling card with gardens bursting with color and sustenance.  It’s time to get outdoors! With this call to action, direction is essential. Perhaps it’s some type of map or field guide or almanac?  No dear… you need a P. Allen Smith Garden Deck!

Our local friend P. Allen Smith, “America’s Favorite Garden Expert,” has come out with a wonderful assortment of how-to decks that give step by step instructions on how to beautify your garden or in my case…my yard!  Addressing my patch of land as a garden, kind of sends me down the path of Pinocchio.  Let’s just say it’s a garden, in the making? I am however, encouraged that I can actually transform my residence, as I look over these handy and helpful garden home decks.  They are:  P. Allen Smith Veggies & Herbs, Rose Garden and Bulb Garden. Three different Garden Home Decks, chock full of instructional cards with beautiful photography plus an instructional 1 hr. DVD included.  So, as I catch up with my spring correspondence on my vibrant new SanLori note cards, (yes, they are amazing and you need to check them out), I thought I would let you in on a great new product at the same time! The decks make great gifts but I guarantee you will want them for yourself.  To purchase click here. Then…. Get outside!

Recently, TOTTS Magazine in Fresno California did an adorable spread about little Haidyn’s 1^st Birthday Party that was absolutely, well… Zebraliscious!  First Birthday parties are special and this crew made sure that this party was no exception beginning with  SanLori’s Fiddle-de-de Children’s Fill-In Invitations and Thank you Note Cards.  To carry the theme all the way through, look at our matching label/stickers that look great on party cups or favor bags.

If you want to see how to pull off a wild little fete like this, here in the link to TOTTS Blog for all the details!