Write On!: Journals are "What's In" at Cute Buttons Gift and Paper Boutique

What's the "must-have" item of Summer 2010? No, it's not Manolo Blahnik Shoes in the new Sex and The City Movie. (although that would be a nice gift to snag, but we digress..) It's a pocket journal. Cute Buttons will help you find a delightful way to record notes, thoughts and must-do’s in a fun and fashionable way. When that inspiration hits you, just whip out this colorful little journal out of your bookbag, purse or tote. After all, writing emails is oh so passé! And besides, it's fun to go back and see what you were thinking in that very moment in time.

We have a cute selection to choose from in our store or you can shop for one that fits your style from your couch on our site. This cutie-pie one shown one the left has a hardcover with elastic band and is just six inches tall with 112 lined pages. The one shown above is only 4 inches wide and 4 inches tall with unlined pages. Can't go wrong with either. Happy Writing!

Graduation Gift Ideas

Congrats, graduate! Time to celebrate them. Cute Buttons Gift and Paper Boutique has the gifts they're sure to love:

- passport holders and luggage tags for jet-setters
- journals and personalized stationery for writers
- cutie-pie picture frames for the BFFs
- colorful magnetic boards (like this cute pink one on the left for $29) for college dorm rooms, home and work offices, and work cubicles
- Choosey Chicks stylish tees and Jane Marvel bags for the fashionistas
- and gift certificates for those who are independent and want to select their own reward

You name it. We've got them. And of course we wouldn't be a stationery store without the cutest selection of graduation cards to choose from. After all, they deserve it!

Questions from Cute Buttons' Customers - How Do We Say 'No Gifts, Please'?

q: My uncle and his fiance both are in their 70s and are getting married this year! They don't want their guests to buy them gifts because they feel they have enough stuff to last them two lifetimes. How do we help them let their guests know not to bring gifts?


a: Who says young love is where it's at? Love the second time around is sooooo sweet.

It can never be said enough.It's not acceptable to put "no gifts" on your wedding invitations. By the way, it's also not acceptable to put your registry on your invitation either, but we digress. We worked with a couple who didn't want gifts, nor did they want anything donated in their name for a charity. We printed "Your presence is the only gift we request" on their reception card. Short, but to the point. We recommend the same language ~ or some variation of it ~ for your uncle and his bride-to-be. Also, word of mouth is the other acceptable option. You can help them let friends + families know of their wishes.

Of course, there are going to be people who feel like a party is not a party if they don't bring a gift. That's okay, because that's on them. Remind your relatives to be gracious and by all means, make sure that guest is thanked appropriately.

Please be sure to save a piece of wedding cake for us!


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Questions from Cute Buttons' Customers - Bridal Shower Invitations

cute buttons tidbits (great questions often asked by our even greater customers)

q: My girlfriend and I are throwing the bridal shower for our friend who's getting married in July. What are some do's and don'ts for sending out invitations and asking for gifts?

a: July will be here before you know it, so it's time to get excited.

With that said, we recommend choosing an invitation style that fits the bride's personality. Incorporate colors and patterns that remind people that a festive occasion is right around the corner. (Like the San Lori bridal silhouette invitation shown here).

Her bridal shower invitation does not necessarily have to incorporate the color scheme of the wedding. It's great if they do, and it's okay if they don't. If you choose to go with non-wedding colors, with a spring and summer wedding, we recommend pinks, purples, chocolates, lime greens and tangerines. Choose two different ink colors or two different font styles to create that special invite. Make sure you include all of the pertinent information like date, time, location, RSVP information with a date. It is acceptable to have guests respond to a phone number or email address.

And finally, we must say that it's probably not appropriate to "ask for gifts", but more than likely they will be coming your way. You can include the registry information on the shower invitation (not on the wedding invitation, please). That way you can make sure they get the all-clad stainless steel 3-qt. casserole dish from William and Sonoma that they've been salivating over.

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