12.14.11
Posted in Uncategorized at 12:58 PM by Administrator
I know, I know… we English majors can be a pain sometimes. We’re the kids who actually LIKED to diagram sentences on the board in 5th grade. During math class, of course, our palms would sweat and we’d ask for bathroom passes. But if it involved words and ideas, we seemed to understand at an early age that following the rules would mean we’d be understood.
Which brings me to my blog post today… the mighty apostrophe.
At Carved Solutions, our job is to help you communicate your special message. So here are a few rules about how and when to use an apostrophe in your customized carving and engraving, whether it’s soap, candles, glassware or any of our great products.
1. When putting a name on something you don’t need an apostrophe to make it plural:
The Warrens refers to the Warren family.
The Warren’s means this bar of soap belongs to them (probably not what you’re trying to say).
2. If the name already ends in an “s” or “z” you can either add an “es”, or just use the name without putting “The” before it:
The Joneses, The Hernandezes (correct, but it looks kind of clunky)
Jones , Hernandez (preferable)
3. If the name ends in a vowel and you want to make it plural, just put an “s” on the end:
The Moores
The Moore Family (another good option)
One final word about CAPITALIZATION. In our media-saturated world, all caps is a common way to get people’s attention, to shout a bit. If your statement is EXUBERANT then use those caps!! But if you’re just putting a name on something, the old rule of capitalizing the first letter of the name will probably serve you well.
We will, of course, fulfill your custom carving and engraving order exactly as you submit it to us, so when in doubt, ask the nearest English major to check your order before you hit send. And rest assured that your thoughtfulness and good taste will shine through any grammatical errors.
Enjoy!
Jane Warren (Guest Blogger Extraordinaire)
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12.12.11
Posted in Uncategorized at 6:37 AM by Administrator
Everything is fast right now.
Carved Solutions 24-48 hour turnaround time keeps us all in constant motion to make sure what you are hoping for under your tree, the gift you are expecting for the hostess with the mostess, your Hanukkah celebration, your team or staff appreciation, the gift for that special caregiver and unsung hero arrives when you need it. In December, I often find my head hitting the pillow late and my days starting way before the sun does. There is not a lot of opportunity to pause.
This morning, as I took a moment to close my eyes and stop the hurry of my shower, I realized that I was enveloped by an amazing aroma. A fragrance that I experience as part of my everyday existance at Carved Solutions but for a moment it was different. My brain stopped racing and I allowed myself the pleasure of time, the pleasure to take in the devine fragrance of Green Tea and Bergamot. Elegant yet innocent. The bright notes of Green Tea and Bergamot simply fresh and soothing. Green Tea, with its unique and subtle aroma married to Bergamot’s exquisite and refreshing with a core of orange, a hint of lemon yet slightly floral.
As I held this beautiful bar in my hand I couldn’t help but reminisce in the simple pleasures of this truly luxurious soap. The triple-milled, creamy lather of Vermont made goodness. This beautiful bar, with Green Tea & Bergamot’s aromatherapy properties that heal and rejuvinate.
To top it off – it had been personalized just for me! It reminded me why we do what we do. Personalized Soap whether it’s an initial, a classic monogram or even a name or a phrase is a thoughtful, practical yet so very elegant way to spoil someone (even yourself!).
It was exactly what I needed to start my day. Thank you, Mike, for placing such a lovely gift in my shower today. Oh, and so the rest of you know, my bar said “Believe”…
Smiles always,
Dawn
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