Sterling Silver Enamel Easter Egg
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $14.99

 

Easter is just a few weeks away and at Charming Chick we have some wonderful gifts that would fit perfectly in that Easter basket for a special someone. The Sterling Silver Enameled Easter Egg pictures above is one of our most popular gifts. The vibrant spring colors make this an especially fun gift. The charm features an Easter bunny and other springtime embellishments. The egg is hollow in the back to make it lighter weight and comfortable to wear.

 

 

Christian Bless This Child Wall Plaque
Every Day Low Price -- ONLY $9.99 

 

So this next Easter gift isn't sterling silver, but it is cute and very appropriated so I just had to feature it. Since Easter is also a time for renewal, with that comes baptisms and Christenings. This Christian Bless this Child Cross Wall Plaque makes and absolutely perfect keepsake for a child who is being baptized. Easily hangs on the wall near the child's crib, bed or anywhere in his room. The cross features cute blue and green polka dot design and measures 6 inches in length.

 

 

 

Turquoise Sterling Silver Cross Charm
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $12.99

 

Another special Easter gift that you can give is this beautiful and ornate cross. It is crafted of sterling silver and has turquoise on one side and an intricate design on the other. This cross measures .5 inches and attaches easily to bracelets, anklets, necklaces and more and makes a beautiful baptism or confirmation gift.

 

 

 

 

Sterling Silver Pearl Bunny Pendant
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $18.99

 

This adorable Sterling Silver Pearl Pendant is the last item we will be featuring on the blog today.  The pendant features two freshwater pearls and it is absolutely eye-catching as a necklace or attached to a bracelet. The pendant measures 23mm long and the larger pearl is 6mm in diameter.

 

 

 

 

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Personalized Damask iPhone Cover
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $ 21.99

 

 

You've heard of Pinterest, right? If not, it's one of the hottest, fastest growing sites on the web. It is a virtual pin board that you can use to organize all the things you love. You can post and pin your favorite recipes, DIY projects and ideas, fashions, jewelry, wedding ideas, words you love and so much more to your inspiration boards! It helps you to organize the things you love and to share them with your friends and family. It's so much fun and a really useful tool as well. We used to have to search through magazines to clip out favorite items and create inspiration boards

 

 

We have so many stylish charms. Choose a few favorites
to create a gorgeous and meaningful charm necklace.

 

At Charming Chick, we have now installed a "Pin It" button. You'll find this on all of our products which makes it so easy to share and organize all of your favorite items. You can create a Wish List board and pin all of the things you love that catch your eye. If you are a bride to be, we have a fantastic selection of wedding items that you can pin to you wedding inspiration boards; cake toppers, wedding favors, bridesmaid and groomsmen's  gifts, garters, ring bearer pillows, flower girl baskets, unity candles and so much more!!!

 

 

 

Wedding Love Letter Ceremony. See a something you'd like to
incorporate into your ceremony? Pin it so you can consider it later. 

 

Pinterest is also great because you can browse other people's boards, repin items, comment, like and get inspired. You can follow people from all over the world and their inspiration boards. If you choose folks that have the same interests as you, you are sure to find many interesting items.

 

 

Love Cats? Create Cat Board on Pinterest!

 

Anyone who is familiar with social media knows that there is certain etiquette should be followed. The Pinterest is no different. First of all it is invite only, only so you must either be invited by another member or you can request an invite. It is important to be nice to the other members and respect everyone, be sure to give credit where credit is due and report questionable content.

 

Have fun creating your virtual inspiration boards!

 

Bright Pink Floral Wedding Flower Girl
Every Day Low Price -- ONLY $9.99 

 

If you are planning a spring wedding this year then it's almost "go" time! I'm sure the excitement is welling up inside of you and you may be trying to make sure that every last detail is taken care of and that nothing will be overlooked. There are some special considerations that need to be made when planning a spring wedding and today on the Charming Chick blog we are going to let you know what those are and what you can do to ensure your special day runs smoothly and you take advantage of all the wonderful things this season has to offer.

 

 

 

 

Sparkling Flowers Wedding Cake Topper
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $49.99

 

A Chance of Showers

You can't control mother nature but you can be prepared. If you are planning on having an outdoor wedding you'll definitely want to order some tents or have a "plan B" of some kind. Having a wedding outdoors with all the gorgeous blooming tulips, daffodils, crocuses, blooming trees, etc. can be super romantic so if you live in an area where you can be relatively certain you'll have a dry day -- or you just want to take a chance, go for it, just make sure you have arrangements in place to keep you and your guests dry. Even if you aren't planning an outdoor affair, you still want to be prepared with umbrellas and awnings in place to keep you dry. It would be a shame for your hair and make-up to get ruined because of a few sprinkles (or a downpour).

 

 

Black and White Wedding Guest Book and Pen Set
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $29.99

 

 

A Season of Flowers

 

When you think spring what is the first thing that comes to mind? Flowers of course! There are some gorgeous flowers that you can use that are usually unique to springtime. Take advantage of this time of year by incorporating a lot of flowers and save money by choosing flowers that are in season. If you are planning on having an outdoor wedding you can incorporated all the of beautiful springtime blooms into your wedding decor.

 

 

 

Ivory Lace Ring Bearer Pillow
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $18.99 

 

What to Wear? What to Wear?

In many areas of the country springtime means ideal temperatures. Sure it may be rainy but in general temps are not too hot and not to cold, meaning brides can really choose from any style of dress without worry. If you have your sights set on a short sleeve, long sleeve or strapless gown you should be just fine. You can always carry a beautiful pashmina  or other type of wrap or arm coverings but chances are pretty good that you won't need them.

 

 Heart-Shaped Wedding Unity Sand Vase and Stand
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $34.99  

 

 

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Sweet Sixteen Zebra Print Personalized Photo Booth Backdrop
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $111.99

A Sweet 16 Birthday Party is a celebration for a young girl who is coming-of-age, to officially commemorate their voyage into womanhood. In the Hispanic community this tradition is celebrated on the 15th birthday and called a Quinceanera. Quite simply it is a special time for family and friends to get together and see what a beautiful young woman the guest of honor has grown to be. Despite some reality shows like My Super Sweet Sixteen where the parents are extremely wealthy and shower their daughters with extravagant parties and luxury items. Most girls don't have those kinds of parties but they are special, they usually different from other birthday parties and they are showered with lots of love, attention and yes -- special gifts.

 

 

Sweet 16 Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Bracelet
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $14.99

 

Sweet Sixteen celebrations date back to the 1600s in England. This wasn't just a time for young girls to transition into womanhood -- this was actually their début into society and they were officially being "put on the market" for marriage. There are also many traditions that are found at most Sweet 16 parties in the United States. Today on the Charming Chick blog we are going to feature a few of them. If you have any special Sweet Sixteen party ideas or traditions that we haven't covered, be sure to leave a comment  and share it with us. Now let's get started...

 

 

Sweet 16 Pink Tiara
Every Day Low Price ~ ONLY $42.99

The Shoe Exchange and Crowning Ceremony

The birthday girl is escorted into the reception area where she is presented with a new pair of high-heeled shoes and a dazzling tiara. Her flat shoes or ballet style slippers are removed by her father or grandfather and he slips on her new high-heeled shoes, which symbolizes her walk from childhood into womanhood. In addition to the shoes a tiara is also carried in as well. The father places it on her head letting her know she is princess for the day but she is growing up and becoming a woman.

 

Sweet 16 Birthday Signature Pillow
Every Day Low Price  -- ONLY $18.99

The Candle Lighting Ceremony

The candle ceremony is a great way to include friends and family into the Sweet Sixteen festivities. 16 tapers, votives or even tea lights are set out in a decorative arrangement. The birthday girl lights the first candle symbolizing her transition into adulthood. Then parents, siblings and other close family members light candles 2-7, close friends light candles 8-15 and if the birthday girl has a boyfriend or close male friend he will light the 16th candle. Each person says something sweet or tells a story about the guest of honor.

 

Sweet Sixteen Toast

After the cake is cut the father of the girl, her mother or another close family member or friend gives a toast. They recall significant moments in her childhood and share pearls of wisdom with her. This may also be the time when she is presented with a special gift.

 

Sweet Sixteen Key Chain
Every Day Low Price -- ONLY $11.99

Father-Daughter Dance

For her Sweet Sixteen party, the birthday girl chooses a song that is sentimental and significant to she and her father. The Father-Daughter dance symbolizes the girl  becoming more independent; and the father is acknowledging that his little girl is growing into a young woman.

 

At Charming Chick we have many special personalized jewelry items that would make the perfect Sweet Sixteen keepsake; as well as several fantastic favors, decor and momentous for the Sweet 16 party.

 

 

 

Personalized Grill Tool Gift Set
Everyday Low Price $35

 

On Valentine's Day men don't necessarily look forward to receiving a bouquet of flowers or a beautiful piece of blingy jewelry. Some do, but for those who don't we have some fantastic gift ideas for you! At Charming Chick we have  a great selection of Men's Gifts for you to choose from. Today, we are going to feature some our most wished for men's items just perfect for your sweetheart this Valentine's Day!

 

Also, as a side note, you'll want to visit our Shipping Information page to ensure your Valentine's Day gifts arrive on time. We do our best to ship our items as quickly as possible.  Now let's have a look at some fantastic gifts for men.

 

 

 

Black Leather Engraved Money Clip Wallet
Everyday Low Price $35.99 

 

Nothing says "I Love You" on Valentine's Day like a personalized gift. This handsome Black Leather Engraved Money Clip Wallet is crafted of genuine leather and is the ideal gift for the man in your life. It features a clear view ID window, multiple card slots on the inside and outside and leather covered magnetic clasp.With its slim form and timeless design, this money clip will never go out of style. The personalization may be two styles: either a silver stamp on the clip or engraved on a silver plate that is attached to the wallet.  Please allow one week for personalization.

 

Set of 3 Personalized Men's White Hankies
Everyday Low Price $26.99 

 

Every gentleman should own at least one set of personalized hankies. This traditional men's gift set makes a wonderful Valentine's Day gift. Crafted of 100% cotton and easily washable, these classically designed handkerchiefs feature a handsome, vertical and horizontal line trim, which create a cross hatch look in all four corners and free personalization. Each hankie measures 16 by 16 inches and may be embroidered with up to three block initials in white, tan, grey, navy or black thread.

 

 

Engraved Sterling Silver Money Clip
Everyday Low Price $159.00

 

Our Sterling Silver Money Clip is a finely crafted gift for the one you love. Any man would be delighted to receive such a handsome, masculine and special gift for Valentine's Day.  This sterling silver money clip can be personalized with the Times Block font in the sample above.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(photo via www.biography.com)

Happy Birthday Princess Kate!!! Catherine, The Duchess of Cambridge is turning 30 and we think that she is a true Charming Chick. She is beautiful, sweet and is quickly becoming a style icon.  Reports say that she has decided to forgo a lavish and loud birthday party and instead has opted for a quiet celebration. One of the things we long about the Duchess is how conservative she and her husband Prince William are -- so much so that they decided not to have servants. How very common. We love it! She has also been spotted grocery shopping among the common folks and has bought clothing off the rack. The best thing about Kate is that she seems to be a really down to Earth royal.

 

At Charming Chick we carry many items that any frugally minded, fashionable princess would love. Today we will feature some of our most popular princess items in honor of Kate's  30th birthday.

 

 

 

What does every princess need? Princess cut earrings of course! These gorgeous princess cut CZ earrings are set in beautiful .925 sterling silver. They are perfect for everyday wear and look just as stunning with formal evening wear -- and a tiara! If your princess is having a birthday these would make an excellent gift.

 

 

 

This is a necklace fit for royalty but at a price anyone can afford. It is set in stunning sterling silver and features an exquisite five-point crown with dazzling CZs. Another notable feature is the toggle clasp. It adds a unique element to this already special piece.  The crown measures 3/4" and the necklace is 18" long which is a great complement to almost any neckline. This piece usually ships in about 3-5 days so you'll want to give yourself plenty of time before ordering.

 

 

 

If you buy the necklace above you will definitely want to add these gorgeous matching earrings to complete the look. Treat yourself or someone you love. This set is completely versatile and looks just as great with a pair of jeans as it does with an evening gown. As with the necklace, these earrings are set in precious sterling silver and when the light hits the CZs the sparkle is sure to catch everyone's eye. They look like a million bucks but are very affordable.

 

 

 

 

(via www.fg-a.com)

 

Did you get engaged over the holiday? Have you started to plan your wedding day? Have you also begun to think about your wedding budget and now realize how expensive things can be? It's true, making your wedding day perfect does cost a lot of money - money well spent - but still it's a lot.  We have great news for you though. Now through January 31st Charming Chick is having a fantastic sale and we have included many of our beautiful wedding items. So now is the time to start planning. Even if your wedding day is a year away, it's best to start getting things little by little so it's not such a financial strain so close to your big day. Take your time to look through all of our reasonably price wedding accessories. Even at their regular prices they can work well with your wedding budget -- but that fact that many items are on sale make those prices so much sweeter.

 

 

 

If your wedding day includes a ceremony on the beach, on a boat or you just want to have a nautical theme, this white satin garter will be an nice touch. Now through January 31st, 2012 it is on sale for ONLY $7.99. This is an absolute steal for a garter of this quality. It features a nautical bow and a gold star fish.  One size fits most.

 

 

 

 

Many brides like to give their bridesmaids a special gift that can be worn on the day of the wedding. This personalized pearl necklace and earring set makes an absolutely stunning gift!  This set will look perfect with any dress style and it is something your girls can cherish for years to come. You can be sure that they will always be reminded of you and your special day every time they put it on. This set is on sale  now through January 31st 2012 an at this low price won't put a huge dent in your budget. You can even pick one up for your mother and/or grandmothers to wear.

 

 

Top your cake off right with this beautiful cake topper. Even if you don't have to watch every penny of your wedding budget, you'll still appreciate the uniqueness that this photo cake topper has to offer --- and at an unbelievable price. Going on now through January 31, 2012 this cake topper is on sale for only $16.99! This topper is crafted of sturdy acrylic and makes a wonderful keepsake that you can enjoy for many years to come.

 

 

 

You'll definitely need  some champagne flutes to make a toast with and these elegant glasses are just perfect -- and on sale! The flutes are crafted of hand blown glass and will ensure that you will make your wedding day toast in style. The great sale price also means you can keep within your wedding budget.

 

 

 

You simply cannot pass up the deal on this gorgeous flower girl basket! At the time of this posting it is listed at only $9.99 -- very affordable! It's so affordable in fact that you could buy several to use to hold candy, favors or flowers to decorate on the tables at your reception. There are so many things you could do with these -- you just have to let your creativity soar!

 

These are just a few of the wedding items that we have on sale right now. Again, all you have to do is peruse our affordable wedding items to see the other things we have on sale. Shop Charming Chick and you'll be able to stick with your wedding budget while shopping for wedding decor, favors accessories and more

 

Happy Planning!!! 

 

 

New Year's Eve the end of one year and the beginning of the next. Many folks gladly welcome the New year  as a time to celebrate last year's accomplishments and/or to put behind them and to look forward to the new year. We generally look forward to the year ahead with hope, excitement and great anticipation for things to come. It's a time to start a new, clear out the cobwebs, get organized and make resolutions that can help us to grow and become the people we want to be. Whatever you are planning for  this New Year - 2012, we hope you have fun, celebrate responsibly and receive many blessings throughout the year ahead.

 

Today on the Charming Chick Blog we are going to feature a few New Year's Eve Fun Facts for your reading pleasure.

 

 

It was once believed that the first people you saw in the New Year would bring you good or bad luck depending on if those people were friends or enemies, for this reason most people generally celebrate with friends and family.

 

If the first person to visit you in the New Year was a tall dark haired man, this was believed to be especially lucky.

 

Serving food in a ring shape represents coming full circle and is thought to be good luck for the year ahead. So make sure you eat a lot of "ring food" tonight!

 

The current New Year's ball that drops in New York City's Times Square is made of Waterford crystal and weighs over 1,000 pounds. The ball begins to drop at 11:59pm and continues down until it reaches the bottom at 12:00am January 1st.

 

December 31st 1907 mark the first ball drop in Times Square.

 

The act of celebrating the New Year dates back over 4,000 years. Back in those days the celebrations would last 11 days! However, it was usually celebrated during the Spring Equinox.

 

It was Julius Caesar that set January 1st as the beginning of the New Year but not all cultures celebrate it as the New Year.

 

Some of the most popular New Year's Resolutions today are to:

* Lose Weight/get healthy

* Deduce Debt/save money

* Get Organized

*Try new things

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The lovely Alyssa over at The Fashion Lens  just featured us on her fashion blog.  Alyssa knows a great deal when she sees one. On her wonderful fashion blog she takes a look at the hottest celeb fashion and finds affordable alternatives for the rest of us. In her post Lucky Charms she talks about the CZ Horseshoe Necklace pictured above.  Check out her post and what she had to say not only about the quality of the piece but also about our fast shipping.  For more detailed information about our shipping deadlines check out our Christmas Delivery Guarantee.

 

Now, let's take a look at some of the other horseshoe jewelry we have here at Charming Chick.

 

 

 

What is a lucky horseshoe necklace without the matching lucky horseshoe earrings?  These Sterling Silver CZ Horseshoe Earrings are absolutely stunning and the genuine Cubic Zirconium sparkle and dance as the light hits them. These make a fantastically affordable gift but they look like you spent a fortune on them! If you know someone who loves fashion and horseshoe jewelry these are just perfect!

 

 

 

 

If you are looking for another a gift, this Sterling Silver Horseshoe Fashion Ring is just the thing and completes the horseshoe jewelry set! If you give all three of these beautiful jewelry pieces as gifts, the lucky lady that receives them will be absolutely thrilled.

We have so many stylish gifts here at Charming Chick. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Facebook for fabulous deals and discount codes.

 

Also, be sure to visit The Fashion Lens fashion blog for fun and affordable style tips!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

One of your dearest friends has just become engage. You both squeal with excitement and start discussing the details when she grabs your hand, looks into your eyes and says, "Will you be my bridesmaid?" Before you even think -- you say, "Yes of course! I would be so honored!!!" It is a huge honor and it and be a really fun experience but what many don't realize - until they are in the thick of it - is that it can potentially be very expensive too.

  

So how much does it cost to be a bridesmaid?

 

The answer to that really depends on your bride. Is she sensitive to the budgets of her bridesmaids? IS she frugal minded or extravagant? Will her wedding be local or is she planning a destination wedding? In a recent article on MSN Money it is noted that a bridesmaid can spend upwards of $1000-$1400 by being in just one wedding! How on earth could the bill rise to that amount? Let's look at some of the expenses that bridesmaids are responsible for.

* Bridesmaids dress ~  This can really vary in price depending on your bride. According the wedding website, TheKnot.com the average price for a bridesmaid dress is around $200. This doesn't include any alterations that need to be done, undergarments, shoes or accessories -- so you need to take this into consideration as well.

*Travel and Lodging Expenses ~ If the wedding you'll be participating in is in town -- fantastic! If not, you will need to plan accordingly. Most of the time the bride and groom will reserve a block of rooms for out-of-town guests and the wedding party. This can save you a lot of money and if you room with one or two other bridesmaids, you can save even more.

*Bridal Shower ~ Whoever hosts the bridal shower, usually ends up paying for the bridal shower. Sometimes it's the Maid-of-honor, sometimes it's all the bridesmaids together, or another friend or family member of the bride. You may only be responsible for the bridal shower gift but your expenses may also include travel and party supplies or food for the shower as well.

*Bachelorette Party ~ The main rule for the bachelorette party is that the bride pays for nothing, which means the bridesmaids pay for the entertainment, food, drinks, and anything else that is included.

*Wedding Day Pampering ~ This usually includes hair and nails. If this is something the bride has asked to have done -- many times she'll foot the bill as a gift to her bridesmaids. However, that isn't always the case. If you are on a tight budget you might want to clarify who is paying before making your appointment.

The most important thing you can do, is to be upfront with the bride about what you can and can not afford. If she is the awesome friend you've always known her to be, she'll understand and will keep you budget in mind when making her requests.