GREAT IDEAS FOR GIRLFRIEND GET-TOGETHERS!!!

Spring starts here at Design Studio and the shop is bursting with great beginnings and finishing touches.

Refresh and renew your attitude and your home…one way to start is to plan an event

for you and your girlfriends.

Stuck on how to start??

Take a look at the following ideas to see which inspires you…start with your guest list and plan…

A PRIVATE PARTY AT DESIGN STUDIO!!

Let us welcome you and your guests (minimum of 14) to the shop after hours…we will 

do the cleaning and organizing while you enjoy a night out!  You provide drinks and snacks and

we offer discounted shopping and a door prize!

DOWNTON ABBEY TEA PARTY!!

Celebrate her birthday…is she thir-tea or six-tea? Whether you visit a hotel or prepare for a home party, 

think small sweets and savory snacks…an assortment of teas plus bubbly champagne 

complete the picture perfect party.

TAKE A BLISS BREAK!!

Wear casual clothes and head to a day spa to enjoy a massage or facial. An alternative is to pool your polishes and have a professional come to your home for manicures, wine and cheese.

BUNNY BREAKFAST BAR!!

Create a simple, memorable gathering by showcasing buffet-style muffins, yogurts, fresh and dried 

fruits, nuts and honey. This continental style treat will be appreciated for its healthy approach to breakfast and the easy presentation and clean up.

TAKE A COOKING CLASS!

Again, think local resources or a do-it-yourself gathering at home. Share recipes, prepare ahead or together and take home treats!

Get a head start on a sunnier season and for petal pushing ideas stop in the shop.

Shop hours are:

Monday-Friday  10am-5pm

Saturday  10am-4pm

I LOVE YOU!

Yes it is my favorite holiday…Valentine's Day!! Do you say to those you love: "You've stolen my heart…or Be my Valentine….or True love…or You are the song in my heart….or Love Always Valentine…or Forever yours"

The most common phrase might be "I love you" whether you say it in English or any of the following languages:

JE T'AIME

French

ES TEVI MILU

Latvian

SZERETLEK

Hungarian

ALOH WAU IA'OE

Hawaiian

JEG ELSKER DEG

Norwegian

KIMI O AI SHITERU

Japanese

TI AMO

Italian

Stop in the shop Monday through Friday 10-5 or Saturday 10-4 and we will be happy to help you with Valentine decorating or gift giving! 

WE LOVE YOU!!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

A Christmas Quote to Ponder

"Christmas Gift Suggestions:

To your enemy, forgiveness.

To an opponent, tolerance.

To a friend, your heart.

To a customer, service.

To all, charity.

To every child, a good example.

To yourself, respect."

Oren Arnold

Wishing you peace, joy, health and happiness in the new year!

IT'S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS!

Thinking of the beautiful music of this holiday season and with only six weeks until Christmas, this blog focuses on seasonal songs so sing along!!

HARK! THE HERALD ANGELS SING!

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER

I'M DREAMING OF A WHITE CHRISTMAS

FROSTY THE SNOWMAN!

DECK THE HALLS!

JOY TO THE WORLD!

WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS…..

…AND WE COUNT YOU AMONG OUR MANY BLESSINGS!

MONOGRAMS!!!

Design Studio is delighted to present our newest lines....fantastic merchandise especially for you and those on your gift list! Exquisite, well priced jewelry...

...available in a variety of materials....acrylics in many color choices, pearls, golds/silvers/bronzes and more...

...bracelets, necklaces, rings, pins, key chains, luggage tags, ice buckets, clip boards, trays, glasses...

Check out the samples in the shop as well as browse through the catalogs to see more choices!

Consider who is on your Christmas list and know that single initials/multiple initials/fraternity or sorority names are wonderful gifts that tell your recipient how much you care.

Delivery is prompt on these made in the USA items.

Another great line is our ceramic treasures...picture frames, wine bottle tags, baby ornaments, wedding ornaments, plates...and more!

Thinking of a shower, wedding or house warming gift? Need something special for your front door?

Consider ordering a single or triple letter wood monogram made in the USA...the perfect accessory!

Available in black, white, grey, lime green, red or hot pink.

Personalized paper products continue to be popular...note cards, stationery, enclosures, memo pads, weekly organizers, guest towels and  napkins are just a few of the Illinois based products available for quick delivery.

Saving one of the newest products for last is the magnetic box frame. Shown here for baby's room and available in a many color/print choices, it is the perfect gift to show off photos and memorabilia with style and flair.

Stop in the shop soon to admire samples and be dazzled with choices!

Harvest Home!!

How exciting! The days are still warm and beautiful, the evenings are cool and yes, school is starting!

Our children and grandchildren are beginning their new year....and as adults, we love to start 

our new year as we refresh our homes and our spirits.

We have been very busy at Design Studio refreshing the shop! We have purchased new display pieces, changed the layout and created an improved floor plan with more room for you to savor the shopping experience!

We are expanding our lines of monogrammed items...new products arriving soon!

Of course we change our look with the changing season...welcome autumn and Halloween surprises!

Watch your email or please stop in the shop to register for our fall program...we will announce the dates soon!

We are delighted with the changes we have made and know you will be too! 

We look forward to serving you!!

Shop hours:

Monday through Friday 10am - 5pm

Saturday 10am - 4pm