Give Thanks This Holiday Season

This Holiday Season...Give Thanks! 'Tis the season of giving thanks and The Dandelion Patch will be offering our support (and a booth full of goodies for sale!) at the following community non-profit event: A Capital Collection | Junior League of Washington | Friday, December 2nd-Sunday December 4th | Marriott Wardman Park Hotel | 2660 Woodley Road NW | Washington, DC

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.

Read Full Story Here

Why I Love Bedhead Pajamas

Heidi's Picks: Bedhead Pajamas! Pick up a pair at your Dandelion Patch now!

Heidi Kallett, Dandelion Patch Owner, Featured As One of NOVA's Top Ten Women in Business

Join Us For The Power of Presence

Come Join Us to Learn More About 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!

One Day Only Vera Bradley's Rachel Just $39

Vera Bradley's Rachel just $39! Only November 17th!

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.

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

Wedding Etiquette the Emily Post Way

11/10/11posted by Ally

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:

Save $11.11 Off Your Purchase of $100 This Weekend Only!

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Pictures From Our Girls Night Out in Reston

Our Advice on How to Help Friends in Need on "Ask Miss A"

How To Help Friends In Need

BY Heidi Kallett

November 4th, 2011

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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.

Locals Unplugged Event at Busboys and Poets

Locals Unplugged! Come by Busboys and Poets on November 10th from 8-10 am for candid conversation about good business.
For a lot of retailers the holiday season makes or breaks their business. Heidi Kallett, CEO & President of The Dandelion Patch, has grown her business 425% since 2005. Want to know her secrets? You will need to attend!
Learn from Heidi how to use marketing and community development during all parts of the year increase your bottomline.
About the Speaker:
Heidi Kallett is the CEO & President of The Dandelion Patch, a fine stationery and gift boutique with 4 locations in the DC metro area (Vienna, Reston, Georgetown and Leesburg). With oversight of both the day to day activities associated with running a small (but rapidly expanding) business and all purchasing, marketing, personnel and strategic growth initiatives, Heidi is responsible for growing her business by over 425% since 2005. Heidi is well respected in the stationery industry for her visionary thinking and positive attitude. Not coincidentally, she was recently appointed to the prestigious national Advisory Board of the National Stationery Show in NYC.

Agenda
8:00 – 8:30 Networking & Continental Breakfast *new member welcome session
8:30 – 8:45 Introductions
8:45 – 9:15 True Confessions with: Heidi Kallett
9:15 – 9:50 Small Group Discussions about Marketing and Promotions
9:50 – 10:00 Feedback & Wrap-Up

Register for the event here!

We Love to Support Our Community!

Congratulations to one of our couples, Tania and Rafael on their Wedding!

Read their real wedding story on Washingtonian.com!

Northern Virginia Magazine Dream Wedding Giveaway

DREAM WEDDING GIVEAWAY

WORTH OVER $66,000!

Does True Love Make Your Heart Sing?

Share Your Original Song with Us and You Just Might Win the Wedding of your Dreams!

To enter, simply submit a 1-2 minute video showing why you should win:
The Bride-to-be and the Groom-to-be must both appear in the video.
At least one member of the engaged couple must sing.
All submissions will follow the contest rules and requirements listed below.

Winners will be selected to move on to the second round solely based upon
CREATIVITY and ENTERTAINMENT VALUE!

Please send us a video online using www.yousendit.com toJolleen@northernvirginiamag.com.

Or mail us a cd or dvd to:

Jolleen Tran
14104 Newbrook Drive, Suite 100
Chantilly, Virginia 20151

Wedding Date: October 13, 2012

Terms and Conditions

Act now! Only a limited number of participants allotted to enter

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Gift Guru's Suggestion on "I Am Modern"

When I think of fall I think of (what else?) pumpkins, apples, jumping in the leaves and drinking warm cider. There’s some nostalgia about fall activities and traditions that I like to celebrate year to year. Something else that I’m very nostalgic about are books that I read as a child and when I saw the new Amelia Bedelia books written by the late Peggy Parish’s nephew, Herman Parish, I was charmed. The picture books, written for children 4-8 years old includeAmelia Bedelia’s First Day of School,Amelia Bedelia’s First Valentine, and my personal favorite, Amelia Bedelia’s First Apple Pie.

The Dandelion Patch

Monday, November 28, 2011

Give Thanks This Holiday Season

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.

Why I Love Bedhead Pajamas

Monday, November 21, 2011

Heidi Kallett, Dandelion Patch Owner, Featured As One of NOVA's Top Ten Women in Business

Join Us For The Power of Presence

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

One Day Only Vera Bradley's Rachel Just $39

Monday, November 14, 2011

Thank You Note Writing Workshop

Washington Exec Talks to Heidi

United With Love Features Our Wedding Etiquette Tea

Wedding Etiquette the Emily Post Way

Friday, November 11, 2011

Save $11.11 Off Your Purchase of $100 This Weekend Only!

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Pictures From Our Girls Night Out in Reston

Our Advice on How to Help Friends in Need on "Ask Miss A"

How To Help Friends In Need

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Locals Unplugged Event at Busboys and Poets

We Love to Support Our Community!

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Congratulations to one of our couples, Tania and Rafael on their Wedding!

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Northern Virginia Magazine Dream Wedding Giveaway

Gift Guru's Suggestion on "I Am Modern"

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