Graduation Registry

Remember back when you graduated from high school & you opened all those cards with cash and checks tucked inside?? Do you remember what you used that money for?? No? Well, neither do I, but I probaby spent it on milkshakes or hamburger & fries! I think seniors are so smart now to register for luggage and other items they can use in their "new life" as a young adult.

In the past two years students have registered with Artifacts and now have antique dressers, jewelry armoires, chairs, lamps, etc. to take with them to college and onward. Won't it be nice for them to look at those items in the future and think of the friends and relatives who honored their graduation by buying them?

We have some great items that would be perfect for graduates, and we feature them on our web page, and run CCJ ads about their registry with us. If you know a graduate, encourage them to pick out something (from us or from Jeffery's or someone!) so they'll have more than a meal or two at a fast food place to remember their place in the Class of 2010.

Ideas: Lamps, cedar-lined blanket chests, antique (and modern) vanities and dressers (which also make great laptop desks, designer chairs. Check out our website for photos & ideas or come by & see us for more details!

February 2010
BRASS TACKS: essentials; realities as in the phrase "get down to the brass tacks"
--~*Happy Valentine's Day to the SWEETEST Customers!*~--

** Happy Valentine's Day! **

For the second year we have created special Valentine's Gift Certificates to make your gift-giving a little easier. And, as we've said before -- gifts from Artifacts are 100% Fat Free, 100% Sugar Free, and 100% Calorie Free! :) And thanks to a suggestion from Jennifer B., we can now safely add this line "and they don't wilt either!!"

Please remember, that we do not sell candy/sweets or flowers that offer those promises -- just treats for the home and for the heart! Last year we literally had someone who saw the ad in the CCJ drive in to get the calorie free candy....

** Stay Warm **

As I write this, the National Weather Service says: A STORM SYSTEM OFF THE SOUTHWEST CALIFORNIA COAST WILL TRACK EAST ACROSS NORTHERN MEXICO AND SOUTHERN TEXAS WEDNESDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHT. BY THURSDAY NIGHT AND FRIDAY...THERE ARE STILL MANY UNCERTAINTIES CONCERNING THIS FORECAST SUCHAS THE EXACT STORM TRACK AND THE AMOUNT OF MOISTURE AVAILABLE. HOWEVER...AT THIS TIME THE POTENTIAL EXISTS FOR A FEW INCHES OF SNOW SOUTH OF OXFORD AND TUPELO MISSISSIPPI...

Well, that's close enough to tell me I need to prepare to stay warm. The combination of that and the article about the upcoming Quilt Show (March 5-6 at the Multi-Purpose Building in Pittsoboro) made me think about old quilts. You can have your snuggies, and come to think of it, even the polar fleece throws I have on my own couch; I prefer quilts! I'm going to drag out some of mine, wrap up in them, and think of the sweet hands of my great-grandmother, both grandmothers and my own mother who made them.

I think I'm safe in saying nothing warms quite like a quilt...both the body and the heart. If you need an extra one or two yourself, we have some beautiful vintage ones in Artifacts right now. Some quilt tops too, just waiting to be turned into heirlooms for your family.

**On Trend**
The hottest thing in home decor right now seems to be sconces, lamps, and plates/chargers on easels. We had so many customers take advantage of our tax-free Super Bowl Sale weekend (Thanks Guys!!) and those three items seemed to be on everyone's list. I have also noticed homeowners with a traditional decorating style going for a touch of modern here & there. They find a lamp or an accent piece that has a definite mod look and from all reports, they are liking the blend.

I think this means more people are leaning toward 'eclectic' decorating which allows more freedom in what goes with what. These lamps are actually a perfect example of a transitional piece that would work in a very traditional home, or in one that tends to be more modern.

The shades are a traditional white, but have just a little bit of updating with that flared-drum shape and the bases have a very modern feel with the sculptural element of the connecting circles, but maintain a traditional warm color.


We are expecting (if the weather holds) a BIG home decor load this week. Lots of new wall decor, metal accents, and even some pieces that will work well in the garden (spring is coming, I promise!) I will upload photos to the website when it arrives, and check us out on FACEBOOK for new photos, too.


** Coming Soon **

It's hard to believe, but it's time for Graduation Registries! Last year we had three girls pick out unique furniture items like antique dressers, zebra print chairs, and jewelry armoires to remember their graduation well-wishers. When a graduate registers with us, we label their item in the store, run an ad in the CCJ, and put information on our website and on facebook about the registry. We then keep a list of payments from friends and relatives to the graduate will know who to send thank you cards to.

If you have any questions, or if you have a graduating senior in your family, come in with them and pick out something for them to enjoy as they start this new phase of their life!

Graduation Registry Ideas: Lamps, cedar-lined chests,antique (and modern) vanities that can also be great laptop desks like this one:


and designer chairs (like this one, as seen on Project Runway's Models of the Runway!!)

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Bridal & Gift Registry
** See all selections by going to Bridal Selections Page **

Kendra Mays, Bride-elect of Conmetrius Wright
Shower, February 20, 2010 at Calhoun City American Legion

Charlsa Carr, Bride-Elect of Cooper McCachren
Shower February 21, 2010 in the home of Jill Ferguson of Bruce

Paige Lancaster, Bride-elect of Drew Ross
Shower February 28, 2010 at Methodist Corner in Calhoun City

Ashley Weaver, Bride-Elect of Jason Wingard
Shower March 6, 2010 at Methodist Corner in Calhoun City

Nikki Pope, Bride-elect of Kelly Raulerson
Shower March 28, 2010 in the home of June Vaughn of Bruce

Previous Registries
Kristen Richardson-Bill Burnett
Mrs. & Mrs. Marshall Box(nee Brandy Stewart)
Mrs. & Mrs. Brian Stewart (nee Kayla Harrell)
Mr. & Mrs. Steven Thrasher (nee Deidra Hardin)

Recipe of the Month
Bacon-Stuffed Mushrooms would make a great treat for your Valentine honey! These are my copy of those served in Olive Garden. Just as good, and.... a LOT cheaper, too!! HA!
And yes, I know if you're my facebook friend I already shared this with you, but now you can go print it out with pretty text and picture and everything!