Tuesday, December 27, 2011
So you got engaged during the holiday season and are looking forward to your upcoming wedding in 2012? It's time to let your friends and family know!
To help you with this task, we're offering a one-week-only special on all Save the Date announcements. From December 27th through January 3rd, we'll be discounting all Save the Dates by $20.12 AND offering $20.12 in a gift card for you to use in the new year towards another purchase (like wedding invitations)!
Save the Date Sale!
So you got engaged during the holiday season and are looking forward to your upcoming wedding in 2012? It's time to let your friends and family know!
Friday, December 16, 2011
30% off EVERYTHING at Vienna or Reston for 3 hours only!
In an effort to help you finish your last-minute holiday shopping, we'll be hosting a few pajama parties during the week of the 19th!
Reston location
December 19th * 7-10 pm
RSVP to reston@thedandelionpatch.com
Vienna location
December 20th * 7-10 pm
RSVP to vienna@thedandelionpatch.com
Join us for:
- FREE mini-spa treatments -
- Scrumptious treats -
- Holiday tunes -
- Champagne -
- Door prizes - - Holiday tunes -
- Champagne -
Plus...
20% off EVERYTHING in the store! *
30% OFF all in-store shopping if you wear your pajamas to our party!* Calvert Rejuvenations will be providing FREE mini chair massages.
(*May not be combined with other discounts or promotions. Not valid for and special orders. No rainchecks. No trollbeads.)
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Read About Us On United With Love
The Dandelion Patch hosted the designers of Spark Letterpress for invitation workshops. Read about it here on United With Love's blog.
Photo Credit: Sara Harper Photography for Spark Letterpress
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
The Gift Guru Recommends Elf on the Shelf on "I Am Modern"
“He sees you when you’re sleeping, he knows when you’re awake, he knows if you’ve been bad or good so be good for goodness sake.” If you didn’t know what this line was referring to it could sound like a creepy stalker’s got your number. Have you ever wondered, though, how Santa knows these things?
Let me introduce you to Elf on the Shelf. Maybe you’ve heard of him, maybe you have him already, maybe you have no idea what I’m talking about, but Elf on the Shelf should become your next holiday tradition.
Read the full article here.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Thank You Note Writing Workshop
In our world of technology, emails and smartphones are nearly everywhere and even in the hands of our youngest members of society. These young writers' workshops reinforce and allow children to practice the power of the written word.
Children will pick out personalized stationery on which they will be instructed by a Fairfax County teacher in writing a proper thank you note. The pride that is felt from hand writing a special note for someone will be instilled in the children and will make them feel as good as they do when giving or receiving a gift!
- Monday, December 5th -
5-5:45 pm * Leesburg location
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- Tuesday, December 6th -
5-5:45 pm * Vienna location
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- Monday, December 12th -
5-5:45 pm * Reston location
Trollbeads Holiday Promotion
Just in time for the holidays, we'll be having a special promotion! Discover the beauty of these artisan-made, one-of-a-kind, today's answer to a charm bracelet, Trollbeads!
DECEMBER 2nd-4th * ALL LOCATIONS
Buy 3 Trollbeads and receive a $25 Dandelion Patch gift card!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Fortune Article Features Heidi and Recognizes the Importance of Client Appreciation Lunches
Instead of showing appreciation exclusively during the holidays, some businesses are building it into their day-to-day and reaping business benefits on account of it.
By Vickie Elmer, contributor
FORTUNE -- When Kristina Bouweiri started hosting customer appreciation lunches in 2009, she thought she was just helping a friend boost her lagging business.
Little did she know that the lunches, which have been held in posh restaurants around Washington, D.C. like The Palm and Capital Grille, would introduce her to almost 900 of her clients, giving her own business a jolt.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Join Us For The Power of Presence
Tuesday, November 22th
Reston location * 6:30-8:30 pm
RSVP to reston@thedandelionpatch.com
Personal presence is the business "it" factor. People with presence stand out for their seemingly innate ability to command respect and inspire commitment. But what is this secret quality they exude, exactly, and how does someone get more of it?
In her book, The Power of Presence: Unlock Your Potential to Influence and Engage Others Executive and CEO coach Kristi Hedges demystifies this trait and shows how anyone - at any level or personality type - can build it. Come hear from the author how to build a powerful presence that puts you on a fast track, whether you're a:
* Senior leader inspiring teams
* Mid-level professional looking to advance
* Professional transitioning between careers
* Young professional new to the workforce
* Job seeker
Learn practical steps to put this
game-changing tool within your reach!
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
One Day Only Vera Bradley's Rachel Just $39
While in-stock quantities last. Limit one offer per customer, or household. Vera Bradley Designs, Inc. is not a sponsor, nor otherwise affiliated with, this promotion in any respect. ©2011 Vera Bradley Designs, Inc. Discounts may not be combined with other coupons, promotions or Groupon.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Thank You Note Writing Workshop
Children will pick out personalized stationery on which they will be instructed by a Fairfax County teacher in writing a proper thank you note. The pride that is felt from hand writing a special note for someone will be instilled in the children and will make them feel as good as they do when giving or receiving a gift!
- Monday, December 5th -
5-5:45 pm * Leesburg location
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- Tuesday, December 6th -
5-5:45 pm * Vienna location
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- Monday, December 12th -
5-5:45 pm * Reston location
Washington Exec Talks to Heidi
Technology makes the world more efficient. To Heidi Kallett, it also makes memorable moments more “mass produced” and less personal. Kallett told WashingtonExec about her decision to become CEO of The Dandelion Patch, a local fine stationary boutique based-out of Vienna, Virginia. Kallett also explained why she has been able to thrive and expand given the current consumer market, as well as her company strategy that keeps customers coming back.
WashingtonExec also asked Kallett about The Dandelion Patch’s corporate packages and its commitment to helping the local community.
Since Kallett took over as CEO, The Dandelion Patch has expanded to Georgetown, Leesburg and Reston. Read full interview here.
United With Love Features Our Wedding Etiquette Tea
We are talking manners today! The Dandelion Patch hosted a wedding etiquette tea, an event for brides-to-be and their mothers and bridesmaids. This contemporary high tea (sliders and English Breakfast Tea anyone?) was focused on making wedding etiquette fun and practical rather than stuffy and particular. Anna Post, etiquette guru, and great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post, said that etiquette is all about warmth and graciousness. She is also the author of the book Wedding Etiquette: The Definitive Guide to Your Wedding Experience. Although today things are a lot more flexible, it’s still important to be thoughtful of your wedding guests and their experience! Here are a few important highlights that I took away from the event:
Friday, November 11, 2011
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Our Advice on How to Help Friends in Need on "Ask Miss A"
How To Help Friends In Need
So many of us hate asking for help, but there are just some times in life when we can’t do it all. Sometimes they are bitter times and other times sweet, but we all experience trying circumstances at one point or another and can become overwhelmed to the point where we let basic everyday chores fall by the wayside (cooking, cleaning, mowing the lawn). Take having a baby, for instance. When we are inundated with new responsibilities like caring for an infant around the clock, we forget to take care of ourselves. Or, perhaps we’ve lost a loved one, been ill or had surgery. During those times, we remember and appreciate those who stepped in to lend a helping hand. Should you have a friend or neighbor who may be in need of a little extra help, be warned that she may not ask for it. However, I recommend stepping up and pitching in one of these several ways.