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The Curious Case of Cupid’s Comic Valentines
One hundred and forty-five years ago, at the height of Victorian America’s passion for Valentine’s Day, people recognize the holiday by sending out mass-produced cards. The curiosity for us nowadays is an 1870s valentine is just as likely to profess undying love as it is to insult a person’s looks, intelligence and behavior.
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Wives, husbands, children, parents … friends and coworkers … someone you admire from afar? We’ve created a Valentine’s Day Gift Guide full of specially selected gifts to help you choose that perfect present … and create a little romance for Valentine’s Day.
How to Choose a Memorial Urn
Choosing an urn for a loved one’s remains is a beautiful way to honor their memory. Not only do aesthetic sensibilities come into play when deciding which type of urn to purchase, consider the practicality. What design, shape and material will commemorate your loved one appropriately and stay true to the intended use?
Personalized Hostess Gifts
Traditionally speaking, a hostess gift is something a host or hostess would use while entertaining. Hostess gifts differ from birthday gifts, for instance – another something you could bring to a party- in that the birthday gift would be personal in nature, like jewelry, a book or a baseball hat. A hostess gift would be used for entertaining at a future party, like place cards, coasters, hand towels, a candy dish or serving tray – even board games or Christmas ornaments.
Appreciate the Troops with Custom Plaques
Anthony is a defense contractor for the U.S. Army. He wanted to show his appreciation for the soldiers who work with him in a special way. “I needed a plaque ASAP, and the local stores were too pricey for what I wanted,” he tells us.
That Final Touch to Personalize a Special Girl Scout Project
Erin Mellarkey is currently a senior in her twelfth and final year of Girl Scouts. She wanted to earn her Gold Award, the highest honor for any Girl Scout.
For the Love of Chess
Studies show that playing chess provides impressive benefits to our brains. Like those of grandmaster chess players – they have more activity in areas of the brain that focus on problem-solving and recognition. Or the research that finds children have higher IQ scores after they complete an 18-week chess class. Studies, research and experiments have shown:
Make Office Guests Feel Welcome
People who visit your place of work tend to base their perceptions of both you and your company on your actions, your words and your workspace. Treating office guests cordially and with respect is just the start. A few thoughtful gestures can set the tone for a comfortable and professional interaction. To make a positive impression every time, follow these guidelines:
Genealogy Second Most Popular Hobby in America
Ancestry sites are the second most visited category of websites, fueling what is now a billion-dollar industry complete with television shows, books, magazines, how-to’s and over-the-counter genetic test kits, all in support our obsession with DNA ancestry testing.
Personalize Outdoor Signs for a Professional Display
June Davis is an executive secretary at Amwell, a 148-year-old company based in Illinois that specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of water and wastewater treatment equipment. In June of 2016, she orders two stainless steel outdoor signs for a yet-to-be completed wastewater treatment facility in New Hampshire.
History of the Drinking Flask
Throughout history, evidence has proven the popularity of drinking flasks. These durable containers capable of carrying beverages over long distances are first created by nomadic Norwegians, and have evolved along the way to include the hip flask – made for holding a distilled beverage, and many others. Also called canteens, drinking flasks are made of pewter, silver, glass and stainless steel, as well as leather or animal skins. Native Americans and early settlers use drinking flasks; soldiers preferred them in WWII. Silver and glass flasks gain popularity in the early 1800’s, especially as the kidney flask, which is usually contoured to match the curve of the hip or thigh for comfort and discrete placement. Some flasks include small cups to make sharing easier, although generally liquid is drunk directly from the flask.
Create a Culture of Employee Engagement
Today, business leaders everywhere are tasked by their bosses to get the most out of their team. The effect of positive reinforcement on motivation is well-documented; when we receive it, we want more of it. So, if one of your employees does a great job on a project and you recognize their achievement in a meaningful way, chances are your employee will want to feel that same sense of accomplishment again -and work with this in mind on the next challenge, no matter its scope. This is the basic psychology behind successful employee recognition programs.
The Unique Properties of Titanium Signs
Everyone knows that titanium is strong, but did you know that it is also corrosion-resistant as well? While titanium is nearly as strong as high-strength steel, it is 40 - 45% lighter than steel. Due to its high strength, corrosion resistance, and low weight properties; titanium is trusted for some of the most demanding disciplines, such as aerospace engineering, airline production, dentistry, and biomedical for medical implants. There are even many parts composed of titanium that make up The International Space Station (ISS).
How Game Night is Becoming the Rage in Many U.S. Cities
Monopoly. Chess. Battleship. Poker. Cranium. Cribbage. Trivial Pursuit. Quiz Night. Candyland. Yes, that’s right – Candyland. From local bars and hotel lobbies to private living rooms and kitchen tables, Game Night is sweeping the nation as one way to make your gatherings more fun and meaningful. Some will argue that attending a local Game Night is a great way to meet people, too.
Ask PlaqueMaker – Custom Signs for Outdoor Benches
Customer: Do you customize signs made for benches and if so, what materials work best for outdoors?