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Monogram gifts for fun summer inspiration

When we think summer, we think of weddings, bachelorette parties, birthdays, graduations and more. It's pretty much three months of parties.

Gifts donning monograms are still in. You just need to give it an updated edge. If you are a master at monogramming your own goods, don't forget to use a fine cut sewing scissor for trimming.

Here's some inspiration for your gift-giving spree:

Try a personalized car decal -- especially for young grads off to college.

Heading to a baby shower? How about monogrammed sippy cups.

                               Looking for the bridal party? Check out this tote with monogram.

Florists craft creative flower arrangements for summer grads

Professional florists have the art of arranging flowers down to a creative science. They use unexpected vessels and colors to surprise recipients and use tricks of the trade to handle occupational hazards like rose thorns (think stem stripper gloves).

If you're new to the arranging world, or just want to try your hand at making creative pieces, check out this video for some  basic tips you can adapt and make your own.

TigerSharp serrated replacement blade - Featured Product

We all need to change things up every so often. Lucky for you, TigerSharp makes it easy.

We carry a variety of replacement blades for your TigerSharp knives, from the classic to serrated. This week, we're featuring our large, serrated replacement blades.

TigerSharp Serrated Replacement Blade Product Details:

• The blades are made with the same steel used in surgical scalpels
• Edges are cryogenically tempered to increase wear resistance
• Two large replacement blades are included with your purchase
• Can be used with any large series knife (Xenon, Neon and Helium series)
• Serrated edge for superior cutting quality

Make your own gift wrapping bows

Summertime and gifts go hand in hand. Graduations, weddings, birthdays, Father's day -- all call for special presents to mark the occasions. Before you toss another gift into a bag, try your hand at crafting your own bows for box-wrapped gifts.

What you'll need: Decorative Ribbon

                         Ribbon Shears
                         A gift box


Gift Wrapping: How To Make A Poly Bow

Featured Product: First Aid Kit for Home Office

It's better to be safe than sorry. That's why you need one of these guys in your home office.

First aid kits are ready to heal in an emergency, even when you are not. This kit is perfect for minor cuts and scrapes. Keep one in the car as well.

Product Details:

• 1 – Cloth Adhesive Tape
• 1 – Cold Pack – Boxed 
• 1 – First Aid Cream 
• 1 – First Aid Guide 
• 1 – Forceps 
• 1 – Scissor 
• 1 – Triangular Bandage
• 10 – Extra Strength Pain Reliever 2’s 
• 2 – Ammonia Inhalants
• 2 – Knuckle Adhesive Bandage
• 2 – Small Fingertip Adhesive Bandage
• 25 – 3/4" x 3" Adhesive Bandage 
• 4 – Antiseptic Ointment – 1/32oz
• 5 – Alcohol Wipes
• 5 – Povidone Iodine Antiseptic Wipes
• 8 – Non-adherent Pad 2" x 3"

Take your children on a creative safari

A summertime safari awaits in your own backyard. All you need is the creativity to take you there.

If your backyard lacks foliage, bring in the potted plants. Make it an environmental lesson for the kids at the same time.

Use children's scissors in the shape of animals to inspire your children to create puppets and pop-ups of animals you would find in the African savanna.

You can strategically hide the animals throughout your backyard and go on an imaginary eco-adventure with your kids. Whoever finds the most animals is named King or Queen of the safari adventure.

Featured Product: TigerSharp Neon Series Aluminum Folding Knife

It's TigerSharp -- but enhanced.

With a replacement blade system that's difficult to top and a lightweight feel, loyal fans and TigerSharp newbies will love this aluminum folding knife.

Knife Details:

Aluminum Folding Knife

1 Serrated Blade & 1 Smooth Blade

Color: Blue Handle

Dimensions:

• Closed: 3.75"
• Open: 6.5"
• Blade: 2.75"

Children's Safety Scissors

Mom's are usually the first to guide their children through each milestone and always want to keep their children safe --which is why we carry the best in children's safety scissors.

Product Details:

• Blunt plastic coated tip.
• No Sharp Edges.
• Ages 4+
• Colorful Plastic Body

Tips for teaching children to use scissors:

• Choose child-safety scissors that are appropriate for the size and grasp of a child’s hand.
• Next, demonstrate how to properly hold the scissors.  Show the child how to place their thumb in the upper hole and first two fingers in the lower hole.  Then practice picking up and holding the scissors.
• For beginners, playdough makes a great cutting because it allows for a successful cut each time

Sewing scissors you can't live without just got better

What's better than one sewing pocket scissor? Two of them.

The pocket scissors are petite, light-weight scissors designed for extra portability. Each pack contains two scissors that are backed by a lifetime warranty.

Product Details:

2 scissors in each package

Convenient lightweight steel construction

Small and compact

Lifetime Warranty

Need some crazy inspiration? Check out these designer gown concepts featured at the 2009 MET Costume Institue Gala.

Featured Product: Titanium Kitchen Shears

If your Mom is one of the best cooks you know, she'll love receiving titanium kitchen shears as part of her mother's day gift.

Titanium bonded kitchen shears make a great addition to a mother's day  basket filled with cook books and kitchen supplies and gadgets.

Product Details:

The Acme Kitchen Series products combine the high performance of Titanium bonded™ blades with antibacterial treated plastic handles to provide you with the perfect combination of features for kitchen products. The Titanium bonded™ blades are lightweight, triple the strength of ordinary stainless steel and highly resistant to rust and corrosion-dishwasher safe.

Others items to include in your gift basket:

• Wine
• Pasta
• Gourmet sauces
• Sundae kits
• Cookies and chocolate