With the release of Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland, tea parties have been rising in popularity. I have been seeing everything from birthday parties to wedding with a tea party theme and favors. So how do you make yours special? Here are a few tips.

Personalized Tea Packets
This is the main one, personalizing the packets of tea will help guest remember your day forever. It also gives them a gift that they can use instead of throw in a drawer or box and never see again. Practical gifts are the way to go now days. Guests aren’t as excited about keepsakes as they used to be. These personalized tea packets have a lot of available personalization. They are categorized under Bridal Shower, Wedding, Christening/Religious, Baby Shower, and Holidays.

With so many options, you are bound to find a something that will work. They also come in three flavors: black, green, and jasmine.

Tea Infusers
For those of us who don’t know (I didn’t till just a few moments ago), you place loose tea leaves or bags into the infuser while you brew your cup of tea. This keeps you from having floating leaves in your tea. I don’t know about you, but I hate floating pieces of anything in my tea. If your guests are like me, then these infusers will be a great addition to your personalized tea packets.

Teapot Timer
I know it sounds a bit silly, but can you imagine sitting there, enjoying each other’s company laughing, and joking and letting your brewing cup of tea go bitter because you forgot about it? We all loose track of time, whether it’s in the kitchen cooking, reading a good book, or especially when spending time with good friends. This item will be a practical gift that will allow them to multi task at home and keep their tea from getting bitter at your party.

Personalized Glass Cup
This is the final item I will suggest. I don’t think this one needs any explaining. Personalized cups or mugs will add that extra magic to your event. These also have a lot of different options for personalization so you will be able to match it and make it work.

To add the final touch to your event, take all the items, put them in a small box, basket, or bag together, place package at their seat and you have a perfect little party gift that can be used then and after. Just don’t forget the food!

Here are some great wedding favor ideas that will be used over and over again.

Wine Charms

I know when I get together with the family, there is going to be wine. Most people in my family have a small collection of wine charms they are hoping to use. I also know they are consently asked where they got each set. And if you are looking to save some more money, you can give these out individually instead of as sets!

Wine Stoppers

So many different options, so little space! There are stars, hearts, seashells, grapes, angels and so many more! They will be a great gift or decoration for your next event. With so many options to choose from, you are bound to find the perfect match for your theme.

One for the groom anyone?

These are just a couple of the options out there.

Practical Business Gift Ideas: A Sip of Warmth

Hey guys, Christmas is just around the corner! (Hurray~~) If you still haven’t made up your mind what gifts to give away to your business contacts, employees, or clients, go for the simple and practical choices rather than somethings flashy and expensive. If you ask me, what chould be better gifts in this white season than a mug that offers you a sip of warmth?

Icon Meridian Mug

Classic style that makes a difference - ideal for a catalog program or company store. Stainless steel thumb-slide lid. Double-wall construction using stainless steel.

Bosque Desk Mug

This desk mug is accented with a glossy burl wood finish and features double-wall construction using stainless steel. Press-on plastic lid with drinking hole. Large handle for easy use. Rubberized skid-proof bottom.

Stanley Bolt Mug

A splash-resistant drink-through lid combines with a base that fits most cup holders to create the ideal traveling mug. Double-wall foam insulation keeps coffee hot all morning long. 100% rust-poof stainless steel finish. Stanley lifetime warranty.

Dear Singles~~

It’s actually interesting that the date Nov. 11th (11/11) has all single digits. So, although it’s not an official holiday or anything, what’s a better day to throw in a single party? If you’ve already got someone to hold your hand, why not invite your single friends over and set them up? Or, if you’re still single and enjoying your freedom, why not use this opportunity to annouce to the whole world out there that you are ”single and fabulous!”? Anyway, celebration needs no reason, right?

So, let’s see what we need to upgrade your party to the next level.

Butterfly Candle Holders

Butterfly is the symbol of beauty and fairness, also the constant pursue of love and happiness, which makes it the perfect ornament for your single party. You can also use this butterfly candle holder in so many occasions. Delicate and graceful, the butterfly epitomizes the joy that you want to share with your guests on any special occasion. And this butterfly design candleholder with its frosted glass votive holder resting in a white resin base with a decorative rhinestone-embellished butterfly is a perfect choice as your event favor.

Floating Butterfly Tea Light

One of nature’s most enchanting beings, butterflies have a gift for spreading joy every time they spread their delicate wings. When placed in water and lit, these pretty, pastel, pink tea lights look as if they’ve just breezed in and landed on a glass pond. My god, they’re so pretty! I’m definitely saving a set for myself. ^_^

“Cocktails Anyone?” Martini Glass Gel

Shaken, stirred and a fabulous little favor. This cool candle warms up any occasion - reception, rehearsal, shower, or even a special cocktail party. Clear gel burns brightly in this miniature martini glass made of real glass. One little “olive” bobs delicately in the gel, adding a realistic touch to this tiny cocktail. The only thing more impressive than the candle itself is the gorgeous little chic gift box it arrives in! A transparent window showcases the candle and the black and white olive print shimmies over every inch of the box (even inside!) There’s even a “Thank You” graphic printed right on this showcase box. A sheer black ribbon, tied in a bow with included sweet little olive tag! Cheers, darling~~

Calla Lily Toasting Glasses

A set of 2 calla lily design with crystal stones accents toasting glass set. Beautiful and elegant. Absolutely stylish.

Business Gifts: All about Function and Comfort - Complete Wrap

Hey guys, up til now, I’ve posted ten posts on how to choose a satisfactory business gift. For your convenience, I’ve decided to combine them all in this post. Hope you’ll find my advice helpful. Enjoy.

Part 1: Traveling Kit / Utility Kit

Cutter&Buck Am Classic Shoe Shine Kit
Excel Utility Kit
High Sierra Overpass Wheeled Travel Pack

Part 2: Stationary

Icon PU Memo/Tape Flag Dispenser
Network Magnetic Multi Frame
Metropolitan Pencil Cup Clock

Part 3: Fun Factor

Gridiron Football Flip Game
Icon Marble Maze
Fortune Teller Game

Part 4: Here is Your Cup of Tea

Cool Gear Freezer Stick Bottle
Colt Vacuum Bottle
Horizon Polycarb Sport Bottle

Part 5: Electronics

3.5″ Digital Picture Frame
Cutter & Buck Desktop Charger
High Sierra Tahoe Computer Travel Set
Alibi 3-in-1 Web Cam, Speaker and Microphone

Part 6: Handy, Handy

Multi-Tool Corkscrew
Garrity 3C 4 L.E.D. Emergency Lantern
3 ft Tape Measure

Part 7: Kitchenware

Bosque 3-Piece Wine Set
Grill Mastertraditional BBQ Set
Wave Electric Pepper Mill

Part 8: Cool It, Baby~

Excel Sport Divided Lunch Cooler
Alpine Tailgate Cooler
C&B Deluxe Rolling Festival Cooler

Part 9: Health and Wellness

StayFit Wireless Heart Rate Monitor
StaySafe Deluxe Auto Safety Kit
Pedometer, pedometer, PEDOMETER~

Part 10: Tick Tock

Barlow Spinning Desk Clock
Swivel 4-Port Hub Clock
Metropolitan Pencil Cup Clock

Business Gifts: All about Function and Comfort (Part 7) - Kitchenware

Kitchenware is a fabulous choice for business gifts that helps your life easier and TASTY~~ (Hmm, yummy!) So, let’s have a look (or should I say - to have a taste).

Bosque 3-Piece Wine Set

Use the wine coaster in this set as part of an enticing invite to a special meeting. Explain that the recipient will receive the other part of the set at the meeting. Also includes the Bosque wine opener and a wine stopper.

Grill Mastertraditional BBQ Set

Eleven-piece BBQ set includes spatula, brush, fork, and cleaning brush (all with wooden handles), six skewers, and zippered carrying case.

Wave Electric Pepper Mill

Give this gift free with purchase or raffle this prize off at the annual cookout. Holds approximately 3 oz. of unground pepper.

Business Gifts: All about Function and Comfort (Part 4) - Here Is Your Cup of Tea

Drinkware is a very pratical business gift choice, especially for travelling.

Cool Gear Freezer Stick Bottle

Exclusively designed bottle contains a food safe gel (between the double-wall polycarbonate) that can be frozen to keep drinks colder longer. Put the freezer stick in the freezer and pour your cold beverage in hours later for prolonged performance cooling. Lid uses pressure vacuum closure to prevent spilling even when turned upside down. Lid attachment doubles as carry strap. Extremely pratical and carefree.

Colt Vacuum Bottle

Absolutely travel friendly. Outfit field techs, pharmaceutical reps or insurance adjusters with this vacuum bottle. It keeps beverages piping hot or ice cold during long travels. Push-button pour spout. Double-wall construction using 18/8 stainless steel liner. Convenient plastic carry handle.

Horizon Polycarb Sport Bottle

Sporty, sporty~~ :p Resists stains, odors, and sub-freezing to boiling temperatures. The stainless steel lid and base add an aesthetic ruggedness rare in active drinkware. Lid attached with nylon strap. Rubberized skid-proof bottom.