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Since most of the country is still braving cold temperatures, we’re dreaming of Spring Break and some much-needed fun in the sun. Whether you’re driving to Florida or flying to the Caribbean, preparing for a beach vacation takes a lot of planning and organization, especially if you have children. To make your trip easier, we’ve compiled some handy tips to keep you smiling from door to door. Before You Go: -Check ...

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Share the Luck ‘O the Irish and Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Lillian Vernon

March 7, 2017 by Lillian Vernon

When Irish eyes are smiling, St. Patrick’s Day is probably right around the corner. What began as a religious holiday in Ireland, March 17th is now a world-wide celebration of culture, religion and folklore…mixed with a bit of buffoonery. Though St. Patrick is known as the patron saint of Ireland, he was not born Irish. Originally from England, he became an integral part of Irish heritage, mostly through his missionary ...

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Hitting the Road for the Holidays? Check Out Our Top Tips for Traveling with Kids

December 7, 2016 by Lillian Vernon

Your princess will love her personalized Pretty in Pink collection of travel essentials in her favorite color! From l-r: Customized Striped Ballet Bag, $24.99, Pink Polka Dot Rolling Luggage, $49.99; Polka Dot Duffle, small $27.99, med. $34.99; Striped Ballet Duffle, $34.99; Ballerina Water Bottle and luggage tag designed by Maureen Anders, Bottle, $14.99; Luggage tag, $6.99 each. Owl Boot Cuffs by Two’s Company, $21.99; Project ...

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Oh Man, Why Didn’t I Think of That? The Quintessential Gift Guide for All of the Men in Your Life

October 28, 2016 by Lillian Vernon

Whether it’s your husband, brother, Dad, teacher or trainer, finding the perfect give for a man in your life is never an easy undertaking. Well, we are here to help, with a wide array of custom gifts to choose from for the enthusiastic sports fan, an urban trendsetter, the grill master, or even the armchair quarterback. Personalizing and monogramming lets them know you’ve put a lot of thought into ...

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Set Your Thanksgiving Table in Style with Lillian Vernon

October 25, 2016 by Lillian Vernon

When Abraham Lincoln declared a national day of Thanksgiving in 1863, the turkey feast itself was considered decoration enough for most family tables. If accessories were added, they consisted of fall fruits and vegetables that represented the bounty of the family’s own farm or garden. Since then, we have created our own special traditions and ways of celebrating this day of giving thanks, mixing the old with the new. Whether ...

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Explore, Dream, Discover: Eleven Must-Have Gifts for Happy Kids

October 15, 2016 by Lillian Vernon

While we often differ on the ways we rear our children, from how to teach and inspire, to how we discipline and guide, we can all agree on one thing: We want our kids to be happy! From the first day, we have high hopes and big dreams for our little ones. But how do we teach them to not only learn and prosper, but to be happy in the process? In The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, Sean Covey, best-selling author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective ...

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Calling All Happy Campers! Plan Your Next Family Camping Trip With These 7 Key Pieces

October 2, 2016 by Lillian Vernon

Planning a fun country camping trip with the family? Lillian Vernon has all the essentials you need to spend a night sleeping under the stars in style. Pack up our monogrammed duffles with warm sweaters, flannel pajamas, and our cozy cashmere blankets. Roll up our sleeping bags, and load the trunk with a basket of our bonfire essentials. And don’t forget the apple cider, a personalized cheese plate, and a flask of hot ...

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