Tuesday, December 31, 2013
New Calendar Year!
With the new year here this week, and a new calendar page turning we're happy to offer our Polka Dot and Chevron calendar pads as free printables! Stay organized by creating a row for each family member and see Sophie's soccer practices at a glance, or quickly plan meals for the entire week! Click here to grab your free printable!
Thursday, December 5, 2013
Giving Season!
With the holidays being right around the corner, we thought we'd share the top picks on our list to give (or get)! Travel tumblers are great for a girl on the go, napkins are perfect for the party-thrower, and what extrovert wouldn't love calling cards? These are some of our holiday favorites for all of the personalities on your list!
1. Modern Calendar 2. Cameron Raspberry Cell Phone Case 3. Kate Red & Teal Travel Tumbler 4. Bold Stripe Coaster 5. Bristol Tile Tangerine Tray 6. Beverage Napkin with Icon 7. Lattice Cherry Calling Card 8. Three Initials Stamper 9. Suzani Foldover Note
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Charity Give Back!
We understand how important it is to give back to our community, so this year we're giving back! When a retailer reaches $1000 in sales with us this holiday season, Boatman Geller will make a one time donation of 10%, ($100) of that amount to a charity. Our retailers can choose one of our charities of choice, or they can choose a different charity that they would like to support. Orders being placed now count towards their $1000 sales total. Click here to find a retailer and help us give back!
1. Bold Stripe Photocard 2. Ornament Stamper 3. Trellis Reverse Cherry Platter 4. Confetti Teal & Green Photocard 5 .Whitney English Air Mail Red Photocard 6. Tis the Season Wine Tag 7. Eat Drink & Be Merry Tray 8. Whitney English Merry Happy Photocard 9. Black Watch Plaid Coaster
Thursday, November 7, 2013
For the Love of Letters!
This holiday season, we're excited to feature a new hand-lettered collection from artist Erin Barrett! Erin's lettering style is full of personality, a little whimsy & a lot of fun! In addition to this collection for us, Erin letters signage, chalkboards, envelopes, table numbers, menus, birthday "stat" boards, favorite quotes, and more. Be sure to check her out on Facebook!
"I was over the moon flattered to be asked to design for Boatman Geller's holiday line! Designing for the holiday season is my absolute favorite. I hope customers get a happy heart when they see the holiday line and I hope that my letters truly do help bring extra "merry & bright" to the best time of the year."
-Erin Barrett
-Erin Barrett
Friday, November 1, 2013
Tech Case Giveaway Winner!
In case you're not subscribed to our monthly newsletter, The Scoop, you may have missed our Tech Case Giveaway. We're thrilled to congratulate Whitney Walton DeCamp who shops at Preppy Pink Pony in McLean, Virginia! Whitney gets her choice of a cell phone case, but we're betting she'll choose Chinoiserie Spring! Congrats, Whitney! Please head over to Preppy Pink Pony to claim your case.
Check out the new tech case collection here.
Check out the new tech case collection here.
Chinoiserie Spring in Monogram and Single Initial styles along with Preppy Pink Pony in McLean, VA.
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Sweet Treats!
Eek! Halloween is this week! While there may not be time to order Halloween products, you can still whip up a batch of tasty candy corn crispy treats by grabbing a few items at the store. This twist on an old favorite will be cooking in our kitchens this week! Happy Halloween!
1. Awning Stripe Plate in Tangerine with Midnight 2. Polka Dot Square Tray in Midnight with Tangerine 3. Swiss Dot Flat in Midnight with Tangerine 4. Beverage Napkin with Icon 5. Polka Dot Platter in Tangerine with Midnight
Crisp Candy-Corn Treats
Makes 20
Ingredients
Cooking Spray
9 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
12 cups miniature marshmallows, divided
¾ teaspoon fine salt, divided
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
Yellow and red food coloring
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
Preparation
Lightly coat a 5-by-9-inch loaf pan with cooking spray. In a large saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium. Add 4 cups miniature marshmallows and ¼ teaspoon fine salt; stir until melted. Stir in 3 cups crisp puffed-rice cereal and immediately transfer to pan. Coat an offset spatula with cooking spray and firmly press mixture into an even layer.
Rinse saucepan. Repeat step 1 twice: To second batch, add orange zest and enough yellow and red food coloring to tint marshmallow mixture orange before adding cereal, then press into pan. To third batch, add lemon zest and enough yellow food coloring to tint marshmallow mixture yellow. Press third batch into pan.
Let set 2 hours (or overnight). Run a small knife around edges of pan and invert loaf onto a cutting board. With a serrated knife, cut loaf into 10 slices. Cut each slice in half crosswise.
Using your hands, gently mold each treat into a candy-corn shape.
For full recipe and more, check out Martha Stewart.
1. Awning Stripe Plate in Tangerine with Midnight 2. Polka Dot Square Tray in Midnight with Tangerine 3. Swiss Dot Flat in Midnight with Tangerine 4. Beverage Napkin with Icon 5. Polka Dot Platter in Tangerine with Midnight
Crisp Candy-Corn Treats
Makes 20
Ingredients
Cooking Spray
9 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
12 cups miniature marshmallows, divided
¾ teaspoon fine salt, divided
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
Yellow and red food coloring
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
Preparation
Lightly coat a 5-by-9-inch loaf pan with cooking spray. In a large saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium. Add 4 cups miniature marshmallows and ¼ teaspoon fine salt; stir until melted. Stir in 3 cups crisp puffed-rice cereal and immediately transfer to pan. Coat an offset spatula with cooking spray and firmly press mixture into an even layer.
Rinse saucepan. Repeat step 1 twice: To second batch, add orange zest and enough yellow and red food coloring to tint marshmallow mixture orange before adding cereal, then press into pan. To third batch, add lemon zest and enough yellow food coloring to tint marshmallow mixture yellow. Press third batch into pan.
Let set 2 hours (or overnight). Run a small knife around edges of pan and invert loaf onto a cutting board. With a serrated knife, cut loaf into 10 slices. Cut each slice in half crosswise.
Using your hands, gently mold each treat into a candy-corn shape.
For full recipe and more, check out Martha Stewart.
Monday, October 7, 2013
Introducing Whitney English!
We are thrilled to announce our agreement to exclusively manufacture and distribute Whitney English stationery and gifts! Our first collection will be the 2013 Holiday, which is infused with creativity, and includes hand-lettered pieces, water coloring, and all new patterns. The collection will include over 50 photo cards, reflecting current trends while touching on themes of monograms, subtle texturing and a nod to gold foil. To learn more about the exclusive collection and to view samples, click here or find a retailer to order.
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Pinspiration!
We find so much inspiration from Pinterest! There's so much to explore and we love pinning our favorite styles. Check out what we're into now and see all of our boards here!
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Falling For Patterns!
Autumn is upon us and we love scoping out new fall fashions and pairing some of our picks with BG items! We are loving bold rugby stripes, sophisticated black watch plaid, and a fresh, classic check this season! What are your favorite patterns for fall?
Middle: Brooks Brothers Blackwatch Deco Vest and Classic All-Cotton Regular Fit Oxford Shirt paired with BG Black Watch Plaid Can Koozie and BG Seersucker Band Red & Navy Coaster
Bottom: Vineyard Vines Big Gingham Shirt and Polka Dot Dayboat Shorts paired with BG Classic Check Raspberry Notepad with Acrylic and BG Polka Dot Black Square Tray
Top: Loft Mixed Stripe Sweater paired with BG Rugby Navy & Pink Mouse Pad and BG Stripe Navy & Tangerine Travel Tumbler
Middle: Brooks Brothers Blackwatch Deco Vest and Classic All-Cotton Regular Fit Oxford Shirt paired with BG Black Watch Plaid Can Koozie and BG Seersucker Band Red & Navy Coaster
Bottom: Vineyard Vines Big Gingham Shirt and Polka Dot Dayboat Shorts paired with BG Classic Check Raspberry Notepad with Acrylic and BG Polka Dot Black Square Tray
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Back to School Cool!
Once again it's time to get the kids packed up and off to school! This season we're loving super cute skinny jeans for girls, rugged backpacks and western inspired shirts for boys. New BG products like water bottles are perfect for your soccer stars, and melamine bowls make sure the kids start their day off right!
1. BG Airplane Water Bottle and Chevron Pink, Navy & Lime Water Bottle 2. J. Crew Girls' Ankle Toothpick Moto Jean 3. BG Rugby Navy & Kelly Mouse Pad 4. BG Whale Repeat Navy Melamine Bowl 5. Toms Aqua Youth Glitters 6. JCPenney Boys' Arizona Western Shirt 7. L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack 8. BG Kate Red & Teal Clipboard 9. BG Crest Lacrosse Bag Tag
1. BG Airplane Water Bottle and Chevron Pink, Navy & Lime Water Bottle 2. J. Crew Girls' Ankle Toothpick Moto Jean 3. BG Rugby Navy & Kelly Mouse Pad 4. BG Whale Repeat Navy Melamine Bowl 5. Toms Aqua Youth Glitters 6. JCPenney Boys' Arizona Western Shirt 7. L.L.Bean Deluxe Book Pack 8. BG Kate Red & Teal Clipboard 9. BG Crest Lacrosse Bag Tag
Monday, August 5, 2013
Seaside Celebration!
Summer won't last forever so why not throw a seaside celebration to make the most of it? Our nautical items paired with delectable crab cakes would be the perfect way to wind down the season! See our seaside favorites and check out this recipe we found for a simple, classic crab cake.
1. Striped Lobster Platter 2. Nautical Knot Kelly Disposable Placemat Pad 3. Repp Tie Red & Navy Bottle Koozie 4. Stripe Anchor Can Koozie 5. Espadrille Nautical Plate 6. Lobsters Red Square Tray
7. Beverage Napkin with Icon 8. Seersucker Band Red & Navy Ice Bucket 9. Knot Flat Card
Crab Cakes
Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
2 slices firm white sandwich bread
½ pound jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoon unsalted butter
Lemon wedges to accompany
Preparation
Tear bread into small pieces into a bowl with crab. Add mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, 2 Tbsp egg (discard remainder), and a pinch of salt. Mix together gently but thoroughly, then form into 4 patties (about 3 inches in diameter).
Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until foam subsides, then cook crab cakes, turning once, until golden brown, about 6 minutes total.
Serve with french fries and/or baby greens tossed with lemon vinaigrette.
For full recipe and more crab recipes, check out Epicurious.
1. Striped Lobster Platter 2. Nautical Knot Kelly Disposable Placemat Pad 3. Repp Tie Red & Navy Bottle Koozie 4. Stripe Anchor Can Koozie 5. Espadrille Nautical Plate 6. Lobsters Red Square Tray
7. Beverage Napkin with Icon 8. Seersucker Band Red & Navy Ice Bucket 9. Knot Flat Card
Crab Cakes
Makes 2 servings
Ingredients
2 slices firm white sandwich bread
½ pound jumbo lump crabmeat, picked over
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoon unsalted butter
Lemon wedges to accompany
Preparation
Tear bread into small pieces into a bowl with crab. Add mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, 2 Tbsp egg (discard remainder), and a pinch of salt. Mix together gently but thoroughly, then form into 4 patties (about 3 inches in diameter).
Heat butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until foam subsides, then cook crab cakes, turning once, until golden brown, about 6 minutes total.
Serve with french fries and/or baby greens tossed with lemon vinaigrette.
For full recipe and more crab recipes, check out Epicurious.
Friday, July 26, 2013
Royal Announcements!
With all of the news about the arrival of the royal baby, we thought we'd share some of our favorite birth announcements! We're sharing our picks for Kate & William's little George, but every new baby deserves to be celebrated like a prince or princess!
1. Letterpress Small Flat Announcement with Swiss Dot Liner 2. Letterpress Classic Announcement with Houndstooth Liner 3. Letterpress Grand Border Announcement with Striped Liner 4. Letterpress Icon Announcement with Solid Liner
1. Letterpress Small Flat Announcement with Swiss Dot Liner 2. Letterpress Classic Announcement with Houndstooth Liner 3. Letterpress Grand Border Announcement with Striped Liner 4. Letterpress Icon Announcement with Solid Liner
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Pattern Spotlight: Chevron!
One of the reasons we love chevron because of its versatility! These bold stripes can be customized for all sorts of items. Sunflower cell phones cases remind us of summer and our holiday chevron is as festive as you can get! What's your favorite chevron colorway?
1. Chevron Ombre Green Address Labels 2. Chevron Pink, Navy & Lime Can Koozie 3. Chevron Sunflower Cell Case 4. Chevron Holiday Wine Tags 5. Chevron Blue, Orange & Lime Note Sheets with Acrylic 6. Chevron Chocolate Stickers 7. Chevron Turquoise Key Chain 8. Letterpress Folded Note
9. Chevron Blue & Red Bottle Koozie
1. Chevron Ombre Green Address Labels 2. Chevron Pink, Navy & Lime Can Koozie 3. Chevron Sunflower Cell Case 4. Chevron Holiday Wine Tags 5. Chevron Blue, Orange & Lime Note Sheets with Acrylic 6. Chevron Chocolate Stickers 7. Chevron Turquoise Key Chain 8. Letterpress Folded Note
9. Chevron Blue & Red Bottle Koozie
Friday, June 28, 2013
Stars and Stripes!
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and we've rounded up some of our favorite entertaining items and ideas to inspire you to celebrate! Nothing makes your party like red, white and blue fudge presented on a striped BG platter or fun paper straws stuck in one of our new can koozies! How will you be living your style this Fourth of July?
1. Repp Tie Red & Navy Platter 2. Red, White & Blue Fudge Stars 3. Chevron Blue & Red Square Tray 4. Red, White & Blueberry Skewers 5. Espadrille Nautical Plate 6. DIY Tutorial, Patriotic Paper Starbursts 7. Miller Check Navy & Red Can Koozie 8. Paper Straws, Red & Blue Stars 9. Seersucker Band Red & Navy Ice Bucket
1. Repp Tie Red & Navy Platter 2. Red, White & Blue Fudge Stars 3. Chevron Blue & Red Square Tray 4. Red, White & Blueberry Skewers 5. Espadrille Nautical Plate 6. DIY Tutorial, Patriotic Paper Starbursts 7. Miller Check Navy & Red Can Koozie 8. Paper Straws, Red & Blue Stars 9. Seersucker Band Red & Navy Ice Bucket
Monday, June 3, 2013
Summertime Showers!
Summertime is the season for showers and whether it's bridal or baby, we've got you covered! Platters and trays are great for serving cucumber sandwiches or drinks and any of our flats can be used for your invitations. Check out some of our favorite bridal and baby shower items below!
1. Beti Teal Square Lucite Tray 2. Bright Floral Large Flat 3. Bird on Branch Blue Large Flat Card
4. Charming Pram Pink Small Flat Card 5. Espadrille Preppy Large Flat Card 6. Bamboo Custom Ice Bucket 7. Letterpress Beverage Napkin 8.Cameron Custom Platter
4. Charming Pram Pink Small Flat Card 5. Espadrille Preppy Large Flat Card 6. Bamboo Custom Ice Bucket 7. Letterpress Beverage Napkin 8.Cameron Custom Platter
Monday, May 27, 2013
Friday, May 24, 2013
Red, White and Blue BBQ!
Of course we wouldn't forget our fallen soldiers on Memorial Day, but it's also the unofficial start to summer and a great time to have a barbecue! Infuse your Memorial Day get-together with some patriotic red, white and blue to give your party some style! Check out our favorites below.
1. Custom Awning Stripe Navy Coaster 2. Knot Flat Card 3. Madras Patch Blue Tray 4. Crest Lobster Ice Bucket 5. Miller Check Navy & Red Flat Card 6. Custom Kent Stripe Cherry Platter 7. Dinner Napkin with Icon 8. Espadrille Nautical Placemat 9. Nautical Knot Navy Plate
Friday, May 3, 2013
All About Mom!
Mother's Day is just around the corner and we've got our eyes on choosing something perfect to let her know just how much she means to us. We think she'd adore a charming stamper for her mail or lovely letterpress calling cards. Recipe boxes and cell phone cases are also a sure thing to show your appreciation for all Mom does.
1. Chevron Bright Recipe Cards and Boxes 2. Pineapple Ribbon Stamper 3. Alex Houndstooth Black Acrylic 4. Bamboo Green & Raspberry Foldover Notes 5. Preppy Calendar 6. Letterpress Calling Card
7. Cameron Raspberry Cell Phone Case 8. Via Pink & Green Flat Card 9. Coral Repeat Ice Bucket
1. Chevron Bright Recipe Cards and Boxes 2. Pineapple Ribbon Stamper 3. Alex Houndstooth Black Acrylic 4. Bamboo Green & Raspberry Foldover Notes 5. Preppy Calendar 6. Letterpress Calling Card
7. Cameron Raspberry Cell Phone Case 8. Via Pink & Green Flat Card 9. Coral Repeat Ice Bucket
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Garden Party!
Spring is here and what better way to enjoy it than to have a garden party? Throw a fresh, floral soiree and incorporate some of our home collection items like napkins and coasters to style the party your way. How will you celebrate spring?
1. Bright Floral Large Lucite Tray 2. Dinner Napkin with Icon 3. Beti Teal Ice Bucket 4. Cup without Icon 5. Dot Pink Sticker 6. Chloe Raspberry Coaster 7. Suzani Wine Tag 8. Cameron Letterpress Invitation
1. Bright Floral Large Lucite Tray 2. Dinner Napkin with Icon 3. Beti Teal Ice Bucket 4. Cup without Icon 5. Dot Pink Sticker 6. Chloe Raspberry Coaster 7. Suzani Wine Tag 8. Cameron Letterpress Invitation
Friday, April 5, 2013
Inspired by Spring!
Inspiration is always around us, but when new spring fashions hit we're overwhelmed! We love to see bright colors and timeless patterns return this spring! Who doesn't love madras or a classic check? We've paired up some of our favorite fashion trends with our collections for this season. What's inspiring you this spring?
Top: L.L. Bean Signature Cotton Madras Dress and Heritage Leather Tote paired with Boatman Geller's Madras Patch Bright Foldover Note and Classic Square Mocha Sticker
Middle: Vineyard Vines Curtain Bluff Strapless Dress and Men's Mariner Stripe V-Neck Sweater and Summer Club Shorts paired with Boatman Geller's Espadrille Nautical Large Flat Card and Basketweave Slate Coaster
Bottom: Boden The Shirt and Ankle Skimmer Chinos paired with Boatman Geller's Classic Check Chocolate Ice Bucket and Lucy Orange Cell Phone Case
Top: L.L. Bean Signature Cotton Madras Dress and Heritage Leather Tote paired with Boatman Geller's Madras Patch Bright Foldover Note and Classic Square Mocha Sticker
Middle: Vineyard Vines Curtain Bluff Strapless Dress and Men's Mariner Stripe V-Neck Sweater and Summer Club Shorts paired with Boatman Geller's Espadrille Nautical Large Flat Card and Basketweave Slate Coaster
Bottom: Boden The Shirt and Ankle Skimmer Chinos paired with Boatman Geller's Classic Check Chocolate Ice Bucket and Lucy Orange Cell Phone Case
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Springtime Arrivals!
Spring is upon us and it's time we start to see all kinds of new life! In fact, BG's very own Beth is due in April! Ready to make your little one's debut to family and friends? We've got patterns, ribbons, icons and photocards as adorable as your new arrival! See our full letterpress collection here.
1. Letterpress Double Border Photocard with Ribbon 2. Letterpress Small Flat Announcement with Ribbon 3. Letterpress Small Flat Announcement 4. Letterpress Small Flat Announcement with Ribbon
5. Letterpress Photocard (Top Design) 6. Letterpress Small Flat Announcement
5. Letterpress Photocard (Top Design) 6. Letterpress Small Flat Announcement
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Trending: Beach!
It's no surprise that beach weddings will be big in 2013! Our new letterpress collection offers a number of beachy motifs and patterns! Check out some of our favorites below and check out our Beach Wedding Style board on Pinterest!
1. Coral Letterpress Photocard Save the Date 2. Coral Repeat Letterpress Invitation 3. Coral Letterpress Beverage Napkin 4. Coral Lettpress Menu Card 5. Dots Coral Letterpress Coaster
1. Coral Letterpress Photocard Save the Date 2. Coral Repeat Letterpress Invitation 3. Coral Letterpress Beverage Napkin 4. Coral Lettpress Menu Card 5. Dots Coral Letterpress Coaster
Photo above on left © Rae Leytham. Photo above on right © Michele M. Waite.
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Meet L.V. Harkness
We are excited to bring you a blog feature on Platinum Boatman Geller Retailer, L.V. Harkness!
Tell us how L.V. Harkness got started:
L.V. Harkness opened in 2000, founded by Meg Jewett, who had recently moved back to her ancestral home in the bluegrass. After living on both coasts, Meg wanted a world-class place to shop in Lexington - and has succeeded! L.V. Harkness offers so much - fine gifts in every price range, interior design, bridal and gift registry, trophies and corporate gifts, and of course stationery and paper goods.
What are your future plans for L.V. Harkness?
Our future plans include an upcoming expansion for the store and a more active web presence.
What is your Boatman Geller top seller?
We have sold the trays, recipe boxes, and phone covers very well.
How did you end up in the world of stationery?
Stationery was a natural next move for us - we truly want our clients to think of us as "one stop" shopping and paper goods are a necessity!
1. Chinoiserie Navy Recipe Box 2. Pineapple Repeat Large Tray 3. Madison Damask Cell Phone Case 4. Rugby Navy & Kelly Flat Card 5. Greek Key Wine Tag 6. Grand Border Photocard
Like L.V. Harkness on Facebook and visit their website www.lvharkness.com
Tell us how L.V. Harkness got started:
L.V. Harkness opened in 2000, founded by Meg Jewett, who had recently moved back to her ancestral home in the bluegrass. After living on both coasts, Meg wanted a world-class place to shop in Lexington - and has succeeded! L.V. Harkness offers so much - fine gifts in every price range, interior design, bridal and gift registry, trophies and corporate gifts, and of course stationery and paper goods.
What are your future plans for L.V. Harkness?
Our future plans include an upcoming expansion for the store and a more active web presence.
What is your Boatman Geller top seller?
We have sold the trays, recipe boxes, and phone covers very well.
How did you end up in the world of stationery?
Stationery was a natural next move for us - we truly want our clients to think of us as "one stop" shopping and paper goods are a necessity!
Like L.V. Harkness on Facebook and visit their website www.lvharkness.com
Monday, February 25, 2013
Erin Go Bragh!
St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner! Have you decided how you'll be celebrating? Some of our favorite St. Paddy's items come from our Custom Collection. Click here to find a retailer near you and get some green for your gathering! After all, everyone's Irish on St. Paddy's day, right?
1. Classic Check Custom Kelly Platter 2. Bristol Tile Kelly Custom Flat Card 3. Ale Custom Plate
4. Shamrock Kelly and Lime Custom Plate 5. Classic Check Kelly Custom Flat Card 6. Bristol Tile Kelly Custom Platter 7. Ale Custom Platter 8. Shamrock Kelly and Lime Custom Flat Card 9. Classic Check Kelly Custom Plate
1. Classic Check Custom Kelly Platter 2. Bristol Tile Kelly Custom Flat Card 3. Ale Custom Plate
4. Shamrock Kelly and Lime Custom Plate 5. Classic Check Kelly Custom Flat Card 6. Bristol Tile Kelly Custom Platter 7. Ale Custom Platter 8. Shamrock Kelly and Lime Custom Flat Card 9. Classic Check Kelly Custom Plate
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Meet Layla Grayce
Meet Boatman Geller Platinum Retailer of Distinction, Layla Grayce. Layla Grayce is an inspiring shopper's delight conceived by Wendy Rossiter Estes and Tiffany Grace Harris. Together they have selected a remarkable collection of items for home, women and children, carefully selecting every product, artisan and manufacturer to ensure their business philosophies and craftsmanship are worthy of your home and lifestyle.
1. Tell us how Layla Grayce got started:
We realized there was a vacancy in the market for truly unique, well-designed, high quality products for both the home and children. We were also fully aware that women were leading incredibly busy, fast-paced lives, and needed access to design solutions at the click of a button. We have backgrounds in both business and design, and the idea for Layla Grayce grew so organically we couldn't help but make it a reality. Our beginnings were humble, but we dove in, worked hard, learned as we went and did our best to stay ahead of the game. Beyond that, we relied on a collective passion as a driving force. Marrying a passion with a need fueled us, and believing in something as much as we believed in Layla Grayce kept us striving to be better each and every day.
2. What is your favorite Boatman Geller item or top seller?
A consistently top-selling item for us is the Kate Red & Teal cell phone case. The Kate Raspberry & Tangerine is a very close second.
3. Do you see any particular trends happening with your Boatman Geller orders?
Our customers adore Boatman Geller cell phone cases. In particular, the Kate gives a nod to the Moroccan trend that has been so popular, making it feel fresh and fun with a preppy combination of bright colors.
4. What are your future plans for Layla Grayce?
So many ideas that we only wish we could buy time to diligently execute all of them. Who knows, perhaps another brand, product development, and a catalog you may see in the future.
1. Kate Raspberry & Tangerine Cell Phone Case 2. Cameron Teal Notepad 3. Cameron Raspberry Cell Phone Case 4. Alex Houndstooth Black Cell Phone Case 5. Kate Red & Teal Cell Phone Case 6. Birthday Sky Plate
Like Layla Grayce on Facebook and visit their website http://www.laylagrayce.com
1. Tell us how Layla Grayce got started:
We realized there was a vacancy in the market for truly unique, well-designed, high quality products for both the home and children. We were also fully aware that women were leading incredibly busy, fast-paced lives, and needed access to design solutions at the click of a button. We have backgrounds in both business and design, and the idea for Layla Grayce grew so organically we couldn't help but make it a reality. Our beginnings were humble, but we dove in, worked hard, learned as we went and did our best to stay ahead of the game. Beyond that, we relied on a collective passion as a driving force. Marrying a passion with a need fueled us, and believing in something as much as we believed in Layla Grayce kept us striving to be better each and every day.
2. What is your favorite Boatman Geller item or top seller?
A consistently top-selling item for us is the Kate Red & Teal cell phone case. The Kate Raspberry & Tangerine is a very close second.
3. Do you see any particular trends happening with your Boatman Geller orders?
Our customers adore Boatman Geller cell phone cases. In particular, the Kate gives a nod to the Moroccan trend that has been so popular, making it feel fresh and fun with a preppy combination of bright colors.
4. What are your future plans for Layla Grayce?
So many ideas that we only wish we could buy time to diligently execute all of them. Who knows, perhaps another brand, product development, and a catalog you may see in the future.
1. Kate Raspberry & Tangerine Cell Phone Case 2. Cameron Teal Notepad 3. Cameron Raspberry Cell Phone Case 4. Alex Houndstooth Black Cell Phone Case 5. Kate Red & Teal Cell Phone Case 6. Birthday Sky Plate
Like Layla Grayce on Facebook and visit their website http://www.laylagrayce.com
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Wedding Trends: Nautical
We're always on the lookout for the hottest wedding trends, and it's no surprise that nautical weddings will be in vogue once again in 2013! Our new letterpress collection offers some beautiful nautical inspiration for your seaside soiree. Check out some of our favorites below. We've been pinning our favorite Nautical Weddings, follow our pinterest board here & tell us which Nautical trend is your favorite!
1. Knot Letterpress Photocard Save the Date 2. Knots Letterpress Invitation 3. Anchor Letterpress Beverage Napkin 4. Lobster Letterpress Menu Card 5. Anchor Letterpress Coaster
Photo above on left © Jonathan Young. Photo above on right © Martha Stewart Weddings.
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Meet Little Bear Paper Co.
Please meet Platinum Boatman Geller Retailer, Little Bear Paper Co.! Little Bear Paper Co. was started in March 2011 and their mission is to provide you with stylish, affordable invitations, gifts, and stationery for all occasions that fit your personal style. Upon learning of reaching the Platinum level in our program, owner, Brooke Marquart said; "This is very exciting for me, especially since I'm a home-based retailer and this is what I do for fun when I'm home all day with my three little kids. I truly enjoy doing this and being able to connect with my customers and help them find the perfect gifts/stationery/invitations, etc. And it allows me to talk to adults! I'm very blessed to have great customers that continue to come back to me for orders, and I love recommending Boatman Geller products because of the quality of the products and the great customer service I receive working with Boatman Geller."
1. Tell us how Little Bear Paper Co. got started: I started Little Bear in March 2011. I am a stay-at-home mom of 3 girls (2.5 year old twins and a 9 month old baby) and wanted/needed a creative outlet other than talking to toddlers all day...and I wanted a way to earn some "fun money" of my own :). I had been thinking about getting into the stationery/invitation business for several years and finally got the courage to do it.
2. What are your future plans for Little Bear Paper Co? I want to continue to grow my customer base and hopefully
begin to reach new people. I have some wonderfully loyal customers that have
helped me get my business started but this year I'm focusing on reaching new
customers too through Facebook and other outlets.
3. What is your favorite Boatman Geller item or top seller? My personal favorite is the cups! With young kids they are
perfect for our family to use on an everyday basis. And I am in love with the
new Letterpress stationery which I gave to my mom and sisters for Christmas
this year - they loved it. Actually anything Letterpress is my favorite right
now.
4. How did you end up in the world of stationery & gifts? I was friends with a girl that did my wedding invitations
several years ago and always thought it looked like fun. After working with her
on my wedding, I always knew doing invitations and stationery would be
something I would really enjoy and the timing was finally right in March 2011.
5. What is the one item you never leave home without? My iphone 5 monogrammed tough case is something I could not
live without. It's ALWAYS on my phone since my girls like to watch movies and
play games on it too, and therefore it gets dropped quite a bit. The tough case
does a great job of protecting my phone and I love my personalized case.
1. Birdies Repeat Cell Phone Case 2. Letterpress Stationery Flat Card 3. Letterpress Bristol Chain Large Photocard 4. Letterpress Small Flat Announcement 5. Letterpress Scallop Photocard with Ribbon 6. Custom Cup with Icon
Like Little Bear Paper Co on Facebook and visit their website http://littlebearpaper.com/
Like Little Bear Paper Co on Facebook and visit their website http://littlebearpaper.com/
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Sweet Exchanges!
Valentine's Day is just around the corner and one of our favorite traditions is seeing the kids exchange valentine's cards! In addition to exchange cards, we also offer invitations, stickers and photocards. Check out some of our favorites below and click here to find a retailer!
1. Tugboat Valentine 2. Love Bird Valentine 3. Love Valentine Invitation 4. Hugs & Kisses Valentine
5. Mimi Mouse Valentine 6. Dump Truck Valentine 7. Candy Hearts Valentine
1. Tugboat Valentine 2. Love Bird Valentine 3. Love Valentine Invitation 4. Hugs & Kisses Valentine
5. Mimi Mouse Valentine 6. Dump Truck Valentine 7. Candy Hearts Valentine
Friday, January 18, 2013
Meet Soirée San Francisco
We're excited to bring you a blog feature on Platinum Boatman Geller Retailer, Soirée San Francisco! Soirée is a stylish paper and gifts boutique located on a cozy street in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco. Get to know Soirée from owners Kathy Swindle and Misty Meyer below.
Tell us how Soirée got started:
Soirée was started over ten years ago when two friends were fed up with their corporate jobs and would discuss business ideas upon our walks to work. I was engaged at the time and was not impressed with the offerings in San Francisco for wedding invitations. We both had and still have a combined love of beautiful and fun paper. We saw a need in the marketplace for a new, hip, service-oriented paper and gifts boutique. Soirée San Francisco has been morphing ever since.
What are your future plans for Soirée?
We are in 2013 planning mode as we speak, but we are going to work on our online presence and the marketing surrounding that this year.
What are your favorite Boatman Geller items?
Chevron cell phone case, Frost Flex Cups with anchor and whale, the New Letterpress Album - LOVE, and Lucite trays particularly in the Custom Collection.
What are your favorite Color Combinations?
Soirée: Pink & Green, Misty: Navy & Red, Kathy: Navy & Hot Pink.
1. Custom Chevron Cell Phone Case 2. Bursts Teal Square Tray 3. Letterpress Petite Folded Note
4. Custom Cup with Whale Icon 5. Letterpress Chevron Invitation 6. Ann Tile Raspberry Small Tray
Like Soirée on Facebook & visit their website http://www.soireesanfrancisco.com/
Tell us how Soirée got started:
Soirée was started over ten years ago when two friends were fed up with their corporate jobs and would discuss business ideas upon our walks to work. I was engaged at the time and was not impressed with the offerings in San Francisco for wedding invitations. We both had and still have a combined love of beautiful and fun paper. We saw a need in the marketplace for a new, hip, service-oriented paper and gifts boutique. Soirée San Francisco has been morphing ever since.
What are your future plans for Soirée?
We are in 2013 planning mode as we speak, but we are going to work on our online presence and the marketing surrounding that this year.
What are your favorite Boatman Geller items?
Chevron cell phone case, Frost Flex Cups with anchor and whale, the New Letterpress Album - LOVE, and Lucite trays particularly in the Custom Collection.
What are your favorite Color Combinations?
Soirée: Pink & Green, Misty: Navy & Red, Kathy: Navy & Hot Pink.
1. Custom Chevron Cell Phone Case 2. Bursts Teal Square Tray 3. Letterpress Petite Folded Note
4. Custom Cup with Whale Icon 5. Letterpress Chevron Invitation 6. Ann Tile Raspberry Small Tray
Like Soirée on Facebook & visit their website http://www.soireesanfrancisco.com/
Monday, January 7, 2013
Charity Give Back!
a la card | Kate's Plates | RJ Papers |
All She Wrote | Kensington Paper | Rock Paper Scissors - Ann Arbor |
Anne Grace Designs | Kristin Pearce Designs | Rock Paper Scissors - AZ |
Apropos | L.V. Harkness & Co | RSVP Hingham |
Ashley's | Layla Grayce | Say Cheese & Thank You |
Bells & Whistles | Lettres | Scribbles Too! |
Bespoke Custom Gifts | Little Bear Paper Co. | Seasons |
Broadcasting Baby | Lucky Day Ink | Shadowbox |
Brown Dog Ink | Luv The Name | Shop/Invite Me Invitations |
Byrd & Bleecker | Marguerite Peele Fine Stationery | Signature Collection |
Carnegie Hill Papers and Gifts | Melly | Simply Noted |
Charlotte's | Monogram Merchant | Small Field Papers |
Children's Chain | More Than Paper | Soiree - CA |
Classic Prep Monograms | Mrs. Monogram | SoLuxe |
Clearly Yours | Neiman Marcus | Something Inviting.net |
Contemporary Images | Newport Colony Paperie | Stationer on Sunrise |
Courtney's Custom Papers | Occasions By Sarah | Stationery Studio |
Creative Paperworks | One Thing at a Time | Studio 26 |
Daphne F. Mitchell Stationery | Palm Beach Papers | Swoozie's Buckhead |
Distinktive Ink | Paper & Ink by Betsy Coats | Swoozie's Dallas |
Dorothy Goldsmith Printing Service | Paper Dolls, LLC | Swoozie's Denver |
ESJ Designs | Paper Ink - NY | The Dotted I |
Express it | Paper Lady - CO | The Monogram Shop of Kansas City |
Fabick's | Paper Petals | The Peppermint Pea |
Finestationery solutions | Paper Plus - VA | The Pink Monogram |
For Heaven's Sake | Papers & Presents | The Pink Turtle |
French Blue | Paperworks - VA | The Writing Place - NY |
French Papers | Papier - ME | The Yachting Gourmet |
Georgetown Paperie | Papyrus Custom Printing | Things & Stuff of Seventh Street |
Giggle Ink | Parkbench Designs | Tower Hill Shop |
Girly-Twirly Gift Co. | Parties & Paper - MD | Two Cherries - CO |
Glow | Party Cat | Vellum |
Greetings From The Nest | Party Party | Walton Street Stationers |
Haley & the Hound | Pauline's Paperie | Waverly Paperie, The |
Happy Notes & More | Pen & Paper - PA | Wheatie Gibb |
Heads Up Apparel & Specialties | Penworks | Write for the Occasion! |
Helanders, Inc. | Pillow Talk | Write On! Larchmont |
Initial Offerings | Portobello Papers | Write Stuff - AZ |
Ink Papery | Post Script Press | Write Time |
Inkie Doodle | Preppy Pink Pony | Writefully Yours |
Inkworthy | Purepaper | Yellow Bird |
JJS Impressions | Quintessence | |
Junior League of Washington | Rebecca Booma Fine Stationery |
American Red Cross, Hurricane Relief | Rowayton Civic Association | Search Dog Foundation |
Indianapolis Children's Museum | The Kempe Foundation | Cystinosis Research Network |
JDRF | The Denver Hospice | Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research |
Push America | Grosse Pointe Animal Adoption Society | Wellspring House Inc. |
Project morry | Friends of Torah Academy for Girls | Cape Ann Animal Aid |
Living Beyond Breast Cancer | Reach Out and Read Colorado | Community Bible Study |
American Cancer Society | International Rhetts Syndrome Foundation | Project A.L.S. |
Houston SPCA | Children's Cancer Research Fund | Make-A-Wish Foundation |
Sitar Arts Center | ITP Foundation | Waggies by Maggie & Friends |
Sabin School, Portland OR | Autism Speaks | Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America |
Catalina Foothills School District Foundation | The Seton Fund, Pink Army | The Relief Nursery |
Texas Children's Hospital | The Kentucky Equine Humane Center | Hurricane Sandy New Jersey Relief Fund |
Mott Children's Hospital, Ann Arbor | Missouri Eating Disorders Association | Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York |
Sojourner Truth House in Milwaukee | St. Jude's Hospital | Hingham Education Foundation |
Dress for Success, Worchester MA | Clearbrook in Illinois | School P.S. 527 |
Concordia Lutheran Church | National MS Society | Hope Clinic |
Mount Sinai Medical Center | The Running Brooke Fund | National Students of AMF |
Junior League of Washington | Larchmont-Mamaroneck Hunger Task Force | Foundation Building Strength |
St. Paul's Episcopal Church | Sandy Hook School Support Fund | Peter’s Place |
Crossroads Community Ministries | Boston Children's Hospital | Best Friends Animal Society |
Noah's Arks Rescue | Children's Tumor Foundation | CASA of Southeast Texas Inc. |
YMCA of the North Shore | Robin Hood Foundation for Sandy Relief | Hurricane Sandy Relief, Joey Campise |
Alzheimer's Association of America | The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation |
Friday, January 4, 2013
New Year, New You Giveaway Winner
Thank you for all of the comments for our New Year, New You Giveaway! We're so inspired by all of your responses that we have listed all of the ways you want to feel in 2013, check them out!
And now for the winner...we are excited to announce that Stacy, who wants to feel abundant in 2013 has won a FREE copy of The Desire Map by Danielle LaPorte. Congratulations Stacy, please email us at press@boatmangeller.com to claim your prize! Thanks again to everyone that entered and Happy New Year!
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