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January 2007
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Bits & Buds from The Dandelion Patch
Gracious expressions for all of life's milestones
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Greetings!
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU! 2006 was a
memorable year for the Dandelion Patch, and as we
enter the new year in our new, expanded location we
look forward to meeting your needs and exceeding
your expectations in 2007.
Store Hours:
Monday - Wednesday 10 AM - 6 PM
Thursday 10 AM - 8 PM
Friday 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday 12 noon - 5 PM
We're located in the heart of Vienna at
111 Church Street NW Vienna, Virginia.
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The Art of the Thank You Note |
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Did you know that according to Crane's Blue Book of
Etiquette, notes should be sent within two weeks of
receiving a gift? We sell tons of personalized
stationery for men, women and kids. We offer
traditional favorites like Crane's as well as new,
contemporary styles from Amy Jennings and Jack and
Lulu. Don't forget that your kids need to write thank
you notes also! For the tots that haven't yet
mastered eloquence, try a Zoomerang fill-in.
Here's a quick rule of thumb: Every gift deserves a
Thank You note. Yes, even Aunt Zelda's fruit cake.
The following guidelines will help you and yours
quickly and easily express their gratitude for the
generosity expressed this past holiday season:
- Greet the Giver. (Dear Aunt Zelda)
- Express Your Gratitude. (Thank you so much for
the lovely fruitcake.)
- Discuss Use. (It was a delightful addition to our
Christmas dessert table.)
- Mention the Past, Allude to the Future. (It was
so interesting to hear your plans for the new condo
in Florida. I sure will miss the old place, but I look
forward to visiting you in your new home soon.)
- Grace. (Thanks again for the wonderful fruitcake.
We're so lucky to have such a fine "secret recipe" in
our family that comes back year after year.)
- Regards. (Love, Josie)
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No Place Like Home |
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What a great sentiment, isn't it? Few things ring true
like this one -- after all home is where you are
raised, where you raise your children, where you
learn to live, laugh, love. It is the center of your
personal community, your little piece of the
neighborhood.
The Dandelion Patch is pleased to offer these signs
for your home, and we carry several customized for
your community, including Vienna, Oakton, McLean,
Fairfax, Great Falls, Reston. They
make great housewarming gifts, even if you've lived
in your home for years.
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Winter Warmer |
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On these cold nights when it seems to get dark much
too early and the wind is whipping, it's the perfect
night for Chinese take out.
So call in an order of won ton soup and egg rolls and
curl up on the sofa with a Szechuan Scarf knitting kit
from Tigo in Green Pepper, Sweet and Sour, Lychee,
or Black Bean. By the time the evening is over, you'll
be warmed on the inside and out.
If its an after dinner warmer you need, we suggest
their Cap.puccino collection serving up mocha,
cinnamon, iced and mint with all the incredients for a
cozy hat included!
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Confessions of a Customer |
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Sherri Klein first came to The Dandelion Patch ten
years ago. She loved the store. This busy Vienna
mom
of two girls is active in their school's parent
organization and super busy with their
activities. In her busy schedule she finds time to be
one of our best customers --we see her once per
week!
Sherri loves to entertain, and she's found the perfect
place card or invitation to set the tone of her
occasion. "Erica always comes up with a witty poem
and gets the wording just right. I'll come in with the
start of an idea and ask, 'can you get this done for
me?' and they always, always do."
Sherri even put her love of entertaining on the
auction block for a school fundraiser. She offered a
Princess
Tea Party for auction, and the invitations and some
accessories for this outstanding party came from The
Dandelion Patch.
"It's so much more than a stationery store, and I
don't think people realize that," she quipped during a
recent interview.
We realize it, Sherri, and are thrilled to be a part of
making both little girls' (and big girls') dreams come
true.
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January 28th - Washington Bridal Showcase |
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The Dandelion Patch exhibits at this month's
Washington Bridal Showcase on Sunday, January 28,
2007 from 11:00am to 5:00pm at the George Mason
University Patriot Center.
Look for our ad in the latest edition of The Knot
magazine and come in to the store to see the
largest selection of invitations available in Northern
Virginia.
Click here for a discount admission coupon
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