Elisa's Custom Creations

Giftcard Packaging for Every Occasion

2012-01-28T08:13:00.000-08:00

Presentation is Everything in Gift Giving - Gift Cards are no Exception.

Gift cards are replacing "real gifts" in many situations and handmade packaging is key to their personalization.

The right gift cardholder “allows you to create that personalization,” says Angela Thompson, program manager for Christmas for American Greetings. The right gift cardholder, expressing just the right sentiment, helps demonstrate that you put thought into the gift and didn’t just buy any old thing, she says.

Unlike many gift card packaging products on the market (boxes, tins, cards), these gift card holders embody creativity, craftsmanship, beauty and function and will surely add flair and sophistication to gift card giving.

BACK TO SCHOOL GIFTS

2011-08-30T20:00:00.000-07:00

Hand-stitched, felt giftcard holders

Summer is officially over and the beginning of the school year is here.

Students across the country will be heading back to the classroom and they're going to need school supplies and clothes.

It's always nice to give the student in your life a little extra help in getting geared up for a successful school year.

A giftcard from the following retailers
make a great gift:

Hand-stitched gift bag

Walmart and Staples - for school supplies.

Target and Old Navy - for affordable fashions

Apple Store - for computer items

Martini Home Decor

2011-06-24T16:12:00.000-07:00

Martini dish towels are a welcome addition for any kitchen or bar area.

These towels feature a nice combination of summer colors. Perfect for use when entertaining outdoors. Made of beige waffle weave 100% cotton with a martini cotton print appliqué’. Oversized – 20” x 30”.

These kitchen towels are hand-crafted by me and available for sale. Please inquire for price.

FASHIONABLE Gift-card Holders

2011-06-03T20:38:00.000-07:00

Presentation is Everything! Wrap your greeting, cash or gift card with these adorable gift-card holders. Hand-stitched in bright colors with fabric appliques and embellished with rhinestones.

Sassy Shoe Collection - A vintage style shoe design.

Cool Shades Collection - Retro sunglasses, wicked cat's eyes or 50s, 60s, 70s

JUNE is for Brides

2011-06-03T17:50:00.000-07:00

Cash and gift cards are now an acceptable and welcome form of gift at weddings and wedding showers.

Remember when wedding registries were filled with bed linens and kitchenware? Today many modern brides and grooms already have a house filled with such staples. They prefer monetary gifts that they can put toward a down payment on a house or to help pay for their honeymoon. Why not deliver the gift cards or cash with a personal touch inside a hand-made gift-card holder?

FATHER'S DAY

2011-05-31T19:29:00.000-07:00

Don't know what to get dad for father's day? Get him a gift card to his favorite store or restaurant and put it in one of our hand-stitched, reusable holders.

Graduation Gifts

2011-05-22T09:23:00.000-07:00

It’s graduation season! Worried over what to buy for your favorite graduate?

The simple fact is that the majority of graduates always welcome money. An alternative to money are gift cards from such grad-friendly retailers as Starbucks, Target and Bed, Bath & Beyond. For those Internet shoppers, an e-certificate to Amazon.com or iTunes can be appropriate.

Whether you selected to give cash or a giftcard, make sure the gift is special by wrapping it creatively.

Hand-crafted, reusable gift-card holders

EASTER Is on Its Way!

2011-03-21T09:13:00.000-07:00

Just a reminder that Easter is right around the corner.
Check out all the goodies for Spring's favorite holiday!

Kitchen towels in sinamay bags

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GIFT BAGS FOR ANY OCCASION

2011-03-11T18:18:00.000-08:00

Hand-stitched, felt gift bags for any occasion.

Beautiful Baskets for the Holidays

2010-11-26T12:04:00.000-08:00

Beautiful and Useful Gifts for the Holidays

2010-10-31T11:27:00.000-07:00

Holiday Hand Towels enclosed in beaded organza bags

Adorable Dish Towels in eco-friendly raffia bags

Eco-friendly Gifts for the Holidays

2010-10-17T16:39:00.000-07:00

It's that time of the year again, when retailers are discounting Halloween candy and gearing up for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah.

For those on your holiday gift-giving list, show that you love them and the environment with these creative gifts.

100 % cotton dishtowels in sinamay bags

Gift-Card Holders

Most people I know appreciate gift certificates to their favorite store.

Why not wrap them in these felt, hand-stitched gift-card holders.
They are unique in style, colorful and reusable.

Available at the following stores:

Florida
Women's Exchange
143 St. George Street
St. Augustine, Florida
Phone: 904-829-5064

New Jersey
The Depot
22 Prospect Street
Midland Park, NJ 07432
Phone: 201-444-6120

The Woman's Exchange of Monmouth County
32 Church Street
Little Silver, NJ 07739
Phone: 732-741-1164

Connecticut
The Greenwich Exchange for Women's Work, Inc.
28 Sherwood Place
Greenwich, Connecticut 06830
Phone: 203-869-0229

Pennsylvania
Woman's Exchange of Reading
720 Penn Avenue
West Reading, NJ 19611
Phone:610-373-0960

Massachusetts
Dedham Women's Exchange, Inc.
445 Washington Street
Dedham, MA -2026
Phone: 781-326-0627

A Baby Shower – Celebrating a new life creatively

2010-08-08T19:51:00.000-07:00

Baby shower - a party that celebrates all the wonderful things about bringing a new life into the world.
It's a festive occasion that brings together friends and family, fresh ideas, and visual treat to help everyone mark this life-changing event.

Favor tags

Food

Cream Puffs

Mixed almond cookies

Decorations

Centerpiece - favors

Favors

Baby shower party favors are one of those nice touches to finish off a successful baby shower.

I like to decorate with them. For instance, they can help decorate the tables. One can also use the party favors to help add some color by placing them around the room.

Wedding Flowers and Favors

2010-07-17T17:13:00.000-07:00

Giving wedding favors is an age-old tradition that has evolved over the years. I always believed that favors should be unique and meaningful to the bride and her family. Favors should complement the theme of the wedding and they can also be tasteful additions to the table. These particular favors were created for a fall wedding. The reception took place at an elegant hotel.

I took each lacquered jewel box and added a tassel for elegance. A tulle bag filled with sugar covered almonds called confetti and tied with a gold string was placed inside each box together with a tag indicating the couple names and wedding date. Each box was wrapped in tulle and tied with jewels. The jewel tones of the boxes reflected the lights of the chandeliers and complimented the bold fall colors of the flowers.

A favor was placed at each place setting.

Simply spectacular!

BEACH BAGS

2010-07-07T16:03:00.000-07:00

What makes a great beach bag?

A beach bag should be:

• Large enough to fit a towel, a book, a water bottle, a hat, and of course an ipod.

• Chic looking and colorful on the beach.

• Strong enough to take pounding.

Beach Theme Decor

2010-07-01T18:56:00.000-07:00

Whether you are looking to decorate a summer cottage or a year round home with the beach theme, the kitchen is a perfect place to start. Use nautical colors – such as tan, yellow, navy, and white color scheme. A tiny splash of red and orange can also be added for a pop of color. Display a set of nautical themed dishes, seashells in a jar and kitchen towels.
Do not overdue.

These kitchen towels are hand-crafted by me and available for sale. Please inquire for price.

Kitchen Towels Should Be Pretty and Absorbent

2010-06-13T20:55:00.000-07:00

Tea towels look pretty hanging in the kitchen but do not absorb water. When one cooks a great deal, it is very important to have absorbent dish towels. For absorbency, look for dish towels consisting of a waffle or basket weave.

Kitchen Towels Make a Great Gift

2010-06-13T20:18:00.000-07:00

Dish towels make lovely shower gifts, housewarming gifts or hostess gifts. They jazz up the kitchen as well as being a gift most people can use. For a naturally impressive presentation, they are enclosed in an eco-friendly sinamay gift bag or box. It sure makes a fabulous green gift!

DANCING RECITAL GIFTS

2010-05-09T11:58:00.000-07:00

Attending a recital? Wondering what to give your favorite performer to commemorate a job well done?

Here are a few suggestions:

• A dancer’s needed supplies is usually appreciated.

• Gift certificates to dancewear shops if unsure about colors, sizes and styles.

• Tickets to a dance show where she can just enjoy herself being in the audience.

• A charm bracelet is ideal for the avid dancer adding a charm for each recital

"Go Green" and Be Fashionable

2010-02-20T11:27:00.000-08:00

Today, we are becoming increasingly concerned about the environment. In order to “Go Green,” we are looking for items that will protect our earth. One way to start is to reduce the use of plastic bags. A good substitute is the biodegradable jute bag. We have every reason to use them — grocery shopping, do our dry cleaning, take them to the beach or pool, or go running around about town. Jute bags are so elegant and fashionable that are nice enough to take them to work. Once finished with them, plant them in your garden.

Wine Home Decor

2010-02-17T16:55:00.000-08:00

Due to the increasing popularity of wine appreciation, homeowners are adding wine theme décor to their kitchens. As with any other particular theme decor, if not properly done, it can make the kitchen look garish.

Natural rustic materials such as stone and Tuscan paint colors like oatmeal, terra cotta, warm yellow compliment a wine theme kitchen décor.

When choosing wine theme kitchen accessories, keep it simple – few ceramics, a decorative bottle and some kitchen towels. You want your kitchen to look classy and chic and not over the top. If done well, the kitchen should resemble a rural country home rather than a wine store.

Extra large. 100% cotton kitchen towels with hand-stitched appliques

Looking Forward to Spring

2010-02-17T13:37:00.000-08:00

It may only just be the end of February but, already, my thoughts are turning to spring - brightness, freshness and renewal.
In the home, there's a multitude of ways to add a splash of color and a stamp of personal style, at the same time. I decided to start with my guest bathroom. Being that the walls are pale green, I brought a dash of bold and darker hue with these vibrant colored washcloths and felt containers.

Giftcard Holders for Teachers

2010-02-02T19:29:00.000-08:00

Most teachers I know always appreciate gift certificates to Starbucks, Target, school supply stores, bookstores and spas. Use a little creativity when you wrap up the card and your gift will get a gold star.

The Importance of a Gift Bag

2010-02-02T16:32:00.000-08:00

First impressions are very important as they can attract, excite or disappoint recipients instantly. The packaging is important as it presents the good will, value, and emotions of the giver. Therefore, a high quality gift bag is just as important as the gift inside.