Thank You Gifts for Clients

By: Andrea Schuch
Many designers also give their clients gifts throughout the year, but especially during the holidays as a thank you for the year. Sometimes it can be hard to come up with cute ideas that your clients will love, so… I’ve done the dirty work for you! Below are several gender neutral gifts for you to ponder - some even from CDT. Many of them will work for year round gifting – when you finish that big job or have a huge install!

Mug with a lid - Great for office or home! Check out this one from Hopesndreams.










A little holiday pillow can go a long way. Perfect for the client that loves holiday decorating and has a decor that would lend itself to the colors of the holiday. This pillow can be is from Shawnee23.

A picture frame is great for those clients that love having photos of their family, friends and pets around. You can get very stylish frames, such as this one, at CDT.








If you're looking for something small, a small ornament like this zipper heart might do the tric - reasonably priced with a designer look! Find this one at Bogate Design.

If you're looking for a more masculine gift or for an office space, this Timeworks clock might just do the trick! Perfect for a desktop or guest room. We have several of these wristwatch clocks in the showroom.

How about a wreath, like these from Blooms & Rooms. She had her Holiday Sale this weekend and these treasurea are just some of the items you can find at her turn of the century farmhouse showroom. Both of these are reasonably priced so you won't give up all your profits.

Blankets and Throws

By: Andrea Schuch

I have seen several articles this week as well as having a conversation about blankets and throws. I think the chill in the air is making all of us want to curl up and snuggle with a warm throw. These can also be used as great accessories. Adding a pop of color or texture has never been so easy! There are endless possibilities to creating these snuggly winter friends.

There are so many great fabrics to use for throws, here are a few!

Robert Allen: Beckery BK – Crimson Who wouldn’t want to snuggle up against this sweater knit?

Or try velvet for a more luxurious look…

Fabricut: Renaissance – 118

Highland Court: 180569H – 6 Gold

Robert Allen: Cashmina – Meadow











For a more masculine feel, use a wool…

Highland Court: 180483H – 42 Thistle

Or how about a whimsical touch with Robert Allen: Ashland Fur – Bison?











And can you imagine all the fabulous trims that you could put on a great throw? Heck, get creative and jazz it up with banding, beads and bullion. Go for it - and make sure you send us some pictures!