When the volunteer list came out to participate in Thomas' holiday party, I quickly nominated myself to make the goody bags. One because its my favorite thing to do and two because it was a great way to give you all a sneak peak into a new product Hampton Paper will offer in 2011. Creating your own to accompany any type of party will be easy - choose your favorite image and we will make large gift … [Read more...] about Hampton Highlights: Gable Boxes
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List of Supplies to Make the Perfect Teacher Gift
Looking for the perfect teacher gift? Why not give them something they can use every day (and think fondly of your little angel while they do!). Hampton Paper recommends our personalizaed note pads avail from $32.00-$40.00List of Supplies to Make the Perfect Teacher Gifts Hampton Paper Notepad - personalized and with an image to coordinate with teacher's subject, interest or hobby(think paint … [Read more...] about List of Supplies to Make the Perfect Teacher Gift
Holiday Flasback: The Flocked Tree
Circa 1975 in Lake Oswego, Oregon (you might have guessed the year given my sister's Farah Fawcett haircut) my sister Meri (left)and I with our dalmation Spot and in the background our Flocked Tree! There are a million memories tied to this photo. This was the year of the Gerbils, a Snoopy watch, board games including Payday, Life and many more. Our biggest decision during that time was if we … [Read more...] about Holiday Flasback: The Flocked Tree
I’ve Discovered – Tee Time!
Who doesn't love a a great white T-shirt? I wear them all the time as they are part of my everyday "uniform". You know what I am talking about - those go to outfits in your closet that you can throw on with out thinking and know you will look, and more importantly feel, fabulous. As I have said before I buy in multiples when I find something I really like and Tootle lu T-shirts are my new … [Read more...] about I’ve Discovered – Tee Time!
Party Time!
I love a good Hampton Paper party and was thrilled to receive these photos from Hampton Paper fan Jennifer who used the party hats as the theme for her daughter Gigi's third birthday. The birthday girl's grandmother, Cindy Foley, called upon her favorite bakery, Incredible Edibles in Reston, VA to make the cake. (If you haven't tried Incredible Edibles, I highly recommend them - they are my new … [Read more...] about Party Time!
Hampton Highlights – Ta-Da!
Another new product that will be available in January - Framed prints with a coordinating color mat. Total Size 12 by 12. Personalization is available. … [Read more...] about Hampton Highlights – Ta-Da!
Holiday Flashback!
It's no wonder I would love sendingChristmas cards with photos considering those that my great -grandparents William and Marie Bendel sent out so many years ago. The house in the photo you may recognize and its the inspiration for our image, House on Loop Road which is located in Monroe, LA. If you look closely, you can see my grandparents on the front stoop. This photo was taken circa 1950. What … [Read more...] about Holiday Flashback!
Meet My Best Friend!
My best friend during the holidays (actually all year long) is the Automated Postal Center aka the APC at the Post office. Are you laughing that my BFF is a machine? Seriously, it's a lifesaver. There is NO reason to wait in long lines at the post office. If you have never tried it before, its genius! You can pick up boxes for FREE at the post office or even better order them online and they are … [Read more...] about Meet My Best Friend!
Hampton Highlights – Secret Revealed!
The samples arrived yesterday and I couldn't wait another minute to share with you the prototypes of the new products we are working on for 2011. Did you guess wrapping paper? If so you are right and if you know me, you know its a dream come true to be able to create wrapping paper using these amazing watercolor images hand painted by artist Lucy Borge. Stay tuned for photos from our Hampton … [Read more...] about Hampton Highlights – Secret Revealed!
Looking for a Great Gift? Check out Tate’s Bake Shop
Every year I send a little something to the stores that carry Hampton Paper as a "thank you" for their business. Last year, I sent the best cookies on the planet - Tate's Cookies from Tate's Bake Shop in Southampton, NY. They are perfect gift for a hostess, someone who is difficult to shop for, someone who has everything, or a someone with a sweet tooth! I placed a call to spoke to Peg who … [Read more...] about Looking for a Great Gift? Check out Tate’s Bake Shop