Mother's Day Gift Ideas

It's a special day to show the most important woman in your life how much she means to you... your mom! It's one week from today, and don't fret... we've made a list of some of our favorite and best gift ideas for that special lady! Don't forget  the mother of your children, or the woman who has been a mother to you. They're all equal important and deserve some love on Mother's Day.

Alex and Ani's

Hand in Hand

A powerful force of strength and generosity, a mother is an unassuming hero who surrenders completely to love. She creates miracles, as she is a giver of life and a blessing to the children whose hearts she touches. A great teacher and an eternal role model, a mother gives and receives love wholeheartedly. Honor the amazing influence of motherhood with the Hand in Hand Charm.

Like a Mother to Me

Unconditionally supportive and someone who truly understands me, you have helped me grow in so many ways. Always there to guide me, I trust your wisdom, knowing I can rely on you in times of trouble. I love you wholeheartedly. When you wear this charm, know that you are like a mother to me.

Because I love you Mom

A mother's love and support is extraordinarily strong without limitation. The peony, the queen of the garden, symbolically encompasses the maternal traits of healing, love's blessing, and bravery. Embrace the heartfelt connection, strength, and respect associated with the Mom Charm as a token of admiration

Because I love you Stepmom

Compassionate and adaptable, a stepmom is a loving guardian with heartfelt priorities. The vibrant pansy is a resilient flower that endures all conditions with grace. Its bright center denotes the positive place where love originates. Acknowledge the generous strength of this caretaker with the Stepmom Charm.

Because I love you Grandmother

A grandmother's eternal love carries on from generation to generation. Associated with Mother Mary, the lily is a virtuous flower that stands for dignity and peace. Majestically beautiful, give or wear the Grandmother Charm to pay tribute to the honored matriarch whose pride and calming kindness is infinite.

Because I love you Nana

The beloved matriarch of the family who keeps bonds strong, a nana is the epitome of grace and worldly knowledge. A nana’s qualities are aligned with the dignified gardenia, a sweet flower known symbolically for its pureness of heart and unconditional love. Embrace the strong, compassionate nature of the Nana Charm in appreciation of this honored role model.

Because I love you Godmother

A divinely chosen guardian, a Godmother is always there to consistently provide love and encouragement. Symbolic of affection and watchfulness, the violet emphasizes the loyal traits of a Godmother. Give or wear the Godmother Charm as a reminder that God chose this special person particularly for you.

Centercourt 

Centercourt is a great way to make something custom and special for mom. You can choose from different styles of bracelets, necklaces or keychains and fill it with personalized charms to make something truely unique for mom. 

Pandora

Pandora is a always a classic and beautiful way to show someone you care. With that being said, they have a great selection of mom beads as well as beads to share a special message to her. They have a couple Mother's Day specials, so come on in and check them out!

Vera Bradley

Vera is also doing a Mother's Day special, 20% off FIVE different favorite styles! This is in any pattern , even their awesome new spring colors! 

We also have a great selection of clothes, accessories, jewelry, candles, cards and much, much more for mom, so come in and see what we have for the mom's in your life! :)

Think Spring! New Vera Bradley Patterns and Style

Well, it's here.... 2014! Hurray and happy New Year. We think the best resolution you can make for this new year is to take better care of you! The holidays are over, so now that you've given out presents and thought about everyone else, it's time to treat yourself.

Thankfully, one thing we can always rely on is a fabulous batch of new patterns from Vera every season, and with the coming of 2014, there is no short supply of fabulousness!

Clementine

A floral profusion of fruity pinks, reds, yellows and greens come together in a free-spirited watercolor that sings happy! A complementary ikat lining adds a global dimension. Does this scream "Island Getaway" or what?!

Citron

A bold, hand-rendered floral with one of the brightest hues of the season a not-so-mellow yellow on a neutral ground with fresh white and inky black reminds us of the sun-filled days ahead. (we know... with -20 temps its hard to believe, but hang in there!) A peek of chevron lining provides an appealing contrast.

Blue Bayou

An amazing take on the new blue-on-blue trend, this hand-rendered print created in true blues, fresh white and inky black lends an almost tribal effect to this bold floral. A peek of zig-zag lining reminds us to go with the flow.

Julep Tulip

A celebration of one of our favorite signs of spring, this structured tulip design features a wash of fresh violet, bright magenta and spring green. The lining features a stylized garden lattice of woven tonal stripes.

I personally cannot pick a favorite between the Blue Bayou and Julep Tulip! What pattern is your favorite for spring?

Bucket Tote

Along with these pretty patterns is two new bag styles we can't get enough of! The Bucket Tote is a much-missed style that's being reintroduced to get us excited for spring time. This beloved style has a front zip pocket, three slip pockets inside and one zip pocket and a magnetic snap enclosure.

 

 

Emily Satchel

 The Emily Satchel is easily one of the greatest new bag styles! It's a classic shoulder bag with subtle but sweet pleated detail. It has great functionality thanks to plenty of  well-placed compartments and pockets. Inside are three roomy compartments, one with a zip top closure and two with hidden magnetic closures. It's very practical and functional, without being too big or bulky!

Come check them out for yourself and treat you to a new piece of fun arm candy, travel accessory or a plush Vera Blanket. Lot's to chose from, and you can always feel great about shopping small, local businesses! :)

Happy 2014!

Vera Pre-Black Friday Deals! (and a couple new patterns too!)

It's beginning to a lot like.......... everyone is looking forward to awesome holiday deals! With that being said, we have some pretty awesome PRE-Black Friday deals going on for our Vera Bradley in store now! (ordering from us online is okay too, we can mail anywhere, call us at 413-458-4305 or check out our website amyscottage.com for details) And don't worry, we've also got some pretty killer deals saved for Black Friday too.

1. All Vera Bradley Tote bags are on sale! Current patterns are now 20% off, and retired patterns are marked more, come by to see how much! This only includes their classic tote style, but it's a classic for a reason! It's big enough to throw your books and agenda in it for classes, throw a pair of jammies and a toothbrush for a quick overnight trip OR just use it as a  purse big enough to hold all your favorite necessities! These will sell quickly, so pick out your favorite pattern for Hanukah, Christmas or most importantly... YOU!

2. All Vera Water Bottles are now 20% off! We only have a limited selection of them, so pick out your favs before they're all gone! They're made of stainless steel, so not only are they BPA-free and great for your body, but they replace the plastic water bottles and are good for mother nature too! So really, it's like getting a gift for you and the planet. ;)

3. Finally, with any $100 gift certificate purchase to The Cottage, you get a free Zip ID Case! The Zip ID is one of Vera's most popular and used accessories. If you don't already have one, come see why we love them so much. some people think giving a gift certificate isn't as personal as picking out a gift yourself, however how could you get more personal? They can pick anything out in the store, that you know they'll like, and still think of your generosity everything they wear or use whatever they bought. So - don't be afraid or hesitant to get a gift certificate, if you really think about it, how could you get more personal? And.... we won't tell if you keep the Zip ID for yourself. You deserve it!

Those are the current promotions going on currently, BUT Vera has also launched two new patterns just in time for the holidays!

Venetian Paisley- Rich with vibrant colors, this is a classic paisley of opulent jewel tones. Inside, navy zigzags add a graphic touch. You'll be sure to stand out with this pattern that can't (and shouldn't) be missed!

Canterberry Magenta- Graphic designs in shades of grey, black, white and regal deep magenta compose this Celtic-influenced print. The lining sports tiled trefoils in deep magenta and white on black. Look familiar? It's a fun magenta take on the wildly popular Canterberry Cobalt!

Come in and see all the deals for yourself, and check out the TONS of other gift ideas we have in store (literally) for everyone on your list! We're happy to help with ideas and we'll even wrap any full priced item in the store, just to save you from one more thing on your long-enough-to-do list! We're here for you and we thank you for continuing to support small businesses!

 

 

New Vera Bradley Pattern Release! Winter 2013

It's that time again... a new Vera Bradley pattern release! We have a beautiful collection of these three lovely patterns and we're sure they will make their way into your hearts and onto Christmas wish lists!

The first in line is Canterberry Cobalt. It's graphic designs in shades of grey, black, white and rich cobalt blue compose this Celtic-influenced print. The backdrop sports tiled trefoils in cobalt and white on black. This pattern has quickly become a customer (and Cottage) favorite!

Next is Olivia Pink. Earthy olive meets preppy pink in this oversized botanical design of artsy blooms accented by white and black. The lining offers sweet pink-and-white flower blossoms we know you'll just adore!

Last and certainly not least is Bittersweet. Three classic neutrals- black, deep khaki and linen- are warmed by rich radiant red, bittersweet orange and yellow-gold. The black-and-white houndstooth lining creates a high-contrast and tres chic touch!

Also making a comeback in a big and exciting way is classic Vera! It's a beautiful solid-colored microsuede that is available in all your favorite Vera Style bags and accessories.

As crazy as it may sound, Christmas is right around the corner! Start early and finish stress-free, what could be better than that?

Nail Candy

 

 

Well, it’s happened... back to school already! We all know how important (and expensive) back to school shopping can be; school supplies, books, clothes, accessories, shoes, and on and on and on. We have a great selection of back to school goodies to keep you and your kids looking super stylish!

Our new favorite item in the store is something that’s taken off as the newest rage... nail pens! We know nail art has exploded everywhere, the coolest and most over-the-top designs and patterns can be very difficult to do yourself, and wayyyy too expensive to get done. So we offer the best solution.

It’s called Nail Candy, and is literally nail polish in a pen. We want people to live colorfully and fabulously and this helps do just that! It’s very user friendly (unlike nail polish brushes and styling tools) and great for girls and women of all ages. Each nail pen comes with two colors, and we have a great variety of different pens and colors to fill any color-scheme desire. There’s also a pen that’s 1/2 polish and 1/2 rinestone jewels to bedazzle your tips! Come check them out, they make great presents for any age and they’ll be a sure fire stocking-stuffer hit  ;)

 

Happy Polishing!

 

 

New Vera Bradley Release!

We know it's a little  early to be thinking of fall... but Vera Bradley's new Fall patterns are in! We love all three (per usual) and they've invented, reinvented and released some cool new products. First come first... the patterns!

Lola

With a cut-paper look, Lola's scalloped, large-scale florals in cherry pinks, chocolate brown and pistachio are all at one contemporary and sweet. The lining is a latticework of scalloped trim in coordinating colors. Love, love, love this pattern for Fall (for anytime really....)!

 

Heather

An "ever classic" paisley in bright evergreen and teal is complemented with lavender, lively citron, rich pinks and purples. Expressive and energetic, with a colorful lining of polka dots on teal. Vera knows how to do paisley patterns right... and they've done it again! This fun pattern makes the sad thought of back to school a little brighter.

 

 

 

Cocoa Moss

Moss green and cocoa brown dots add pops of color, inspired by the modern geometric trend. The interior lining features a lineup of organic spots to complete the look. This is the last (but definitely not least) of the three new patterns and it's another great one for fall. The earthy colors are sure to match the colors of fall... and hopefully your wardrobe! 

 

So those are the great new patterns... now here is just a peek at a few new products and bag styles that Vera has come out with. You'll have to come in to check out the rest ;)

 

Pop Up Laundry Bag

This large, collapsible laundry bag  folds totally flat with elastic loops and toggles. A must have for any dorm room or house, keep your laundry in style!

 

 

 

 

Travel Mugs

Travel mugs are a great eco-friendly way to carry your drinks without hurting Mother Earth. With Vera's new mugs, you can feel good and look great! They keep cold drinks cold, and warm drinks warm and are BPA free.

 

 

 



Tumblers

Just like the travel mug, this tumbler helps you feel good about your beverage of choice. Featuring a screw on lid and matching straw, this BPA free tumbler is sure to keep you feeling cool as you sip your favorite icy drink. 

Clip on Lamps

Clip on lamps are a very practical thing to have, they're bendable and therefore can be more helpful than a traditional lamp, but their plain black or boring colors make them visually unstimulating... until now! These new clip on lams will add some pizzazz to doing homework, paying bills or reading at your desk. Who wouldn't like that?!

 

 All in One Crossbody

This little wallet-bag-wonder is the best combination of Vera's most handy things. It can hold everything you would need on the go. A magnetic front pocket perfectly fits an iPhone (or other phones... even big ones like the Samsung Galaxy, so worry not big-phone-owners!) while a zippered compartment houses two slip pockets and a zippered coin purse. A second zippered compartment has all the components of a well-organized wallet: a large bill pocket, six credit card slots and an ID window. The best part of all... it has a little wristlet strap AND a long over the shoulder strap depending on your needs, and both tuck away discreetly.

 

 

 

Just when you would think they'd run out of great ideas... they blow us away again! We have tons more Vera in the store, including a completely stuffed sale section of retired but still beautiful Vera things, so come on down to Amy's Cottage and check it out! 

 



Introducing the Pandora Bangle and Summer Collection!

It's finally here and making quite the splash! The much anticipated Bangle is here, as well as a great selection of new summer beads.

 

The bangle bracelet makes a totally new look, and works with ANY of the Pandora beads. It's fun, it's fresh and it's absolutely fabulous! It does come in different sizes, so don't worry about it being too big or too small... we can find the right size for you.

 

We're also totally in love with their new summer 2013 bead collection, they really know how to make you think summer!

 

 

 

The tiniest details in these make such a dramatic impact, and they're sure to take you back to your favorite summer vacation memory at first glance.  The cute sea creatures, and fun seaside destinations are unlike anything they've come out with before and we are so happy to have them in stock. Come check them out and pick one up for a birthday gift, a vacation memory or a gift for the most important person... you!