National Stationery Show Shout Out: 1 of 3

Wow. What a show. We just returned from an amazing time in NYC to exhibit at the National Stationery Show. For all of you readers who could give a hoot about the drama that goes on behind the scenes - I hope you will appreciate the list of fab companies listed below.  (This post is getting so long I am going to do a few different ones) I will start out with the neighborhood - below are some of our wonderful neighbors from NSS '10...

Having fabulous booth neighbors at a show is essential. BG was lucky to be surrounded by a lot of love this show!

Simply Put by Ashley Woodman

Simply put, Ashley and her gang are as incredible as her products. I have always loved her look and was thrilled to be across the aisle and become friends!

PJ Invites

Now these are some fun folks! It was great to meet PJ and her cohorts and fun that they are just up the road in Chicago! PJ has a super fun, bright look and her new custom pet stampers were big hit at the show!

Cathys' Concepts
Neighbors both at NSS and here in Indianapolis this is a great go-to company for all your big day needs!  

Wedding Belle Favors

Sweet people and sweet products - Loved their Gerber Daisy Flower Boxes!

Inviting Company

A big booth with a lot of heart! They were generous in sharing cold drinks and even extra packages of super fun napkins at breakdown time! The above napkin made me laugh!


Poppies for Grace

This charming first timer traveled all the way from Australia! Kate who worked the booth was at the show by herself - it wasn't until day two that my sister Becky and I looked at each other and thought "bathroom break!" Sometimes you take something so simple for granted! Working a booth by yourself can be tricky!  Love the designs and "lolly bags". Everyone needs a lolly bag!

Imagine aisle after aisle of creative and friendly people! Stay tuned for  my next blog - National Stationery Show Shout Out - "Old Friends"!

What's a BOGO?

In all my years working in Creative Departments you would think I would know what our marketing folks were talking about with their "BOGO" this and their "BOGO" that. Or maybe it speaks to the time I spend working instead of shopping! Well this "BOGO" is for you - Buy One Get One! Our note totes are perfect for the summer season (camps, trips, days by the pool) and for Mother's Day we are offering up a very special BOGO!

Our canvas stationery totes are available in bright pink, chocolate, kelly green and classic navy. All come packed with foldover notes, flat cards, envelopes, letter sheet pad, clipboard and pen.

To order, simply add any two notetotes to your shopping cart on BoatmanGeller.com. Then, once you're in the checkout process put in the Goodies Pass "BOGO". This offer expires midnight on Tuesday 5/4/10 so act fast!

Cocktails Before Lunch

Ok, not really. But I am a bit distracted. The sun is shining, the air is warm... and I have been working on our NEW invitations. The question is, cold beer, tangy margarita or refreshing mint julep? What's your preference?

 all images © Boatman Geller 2010

BG Buzz Coastal Living

Big thanks to preppyprincess.com for our recent buzz!
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Spring Break

Well it feels as if I have been left behind in Indianapolis this past week as most everyone takes off for a spring vacation.

Top: Becky Boatman Volk (left) from BG showing her alma mater pride - go Butler! - and enjoying Siesta Key, Florida with friend Carrol Hannon

Bottom: Geller girls and cousin Zoe going through the Locks in Seattle on Uncle Matthew's oceanography boat

I have stayed behind with our youngest so that I can work on the upcoming new catalogs filled with fabulous new designs!

The perks?

- Living like I am single again (I think I am up to 5 empty coffee mugs in our master bath)
- Sharing cold beers with one of my best friends Jen who was in town from Chicago
- Watching Julie & Julia in bed with our 3 year old late last night (loved it!)
- Delicious warm and sunny weather!
- Having my Mom and Dad close by so they can help out with "babysitting" and just to hang out
- An unexpected bit of fun press... I'll post in my next blog!

Did you enjoy a spring break?

Jane