Silver – Pewter Gift Blog

May 21, 2013

Presenting the Perfect Cocktail With Pewter Barware, Jiggers, Flasks

Filed under: Just for Fun — Tags: barware, jiggers, julep cups, pewter cocktail glasses — Liz @ 4:06 PM

RCCJ S B 300x300 Presenting the Perfect Cocktail With Pewter Barware, Jiggers, Flasks When it comes to mixing the perfect drink, precision is everything. For example, a traditional dry gin martini consists of the following:

1 jigger of gin
1 oz dry vermouth
Mix together and garnish with lemon or olive.

A cosmopolitan, on the other hand, uses a slightly more detailed recipe:

1 jigger of vodka
1 oz orange liquer
1 oz cranberry juice
1/2 oz lime juice
Mix together and garnish with lime peel.

With all the effort that goes into preparing the perfect cocktail, why not enhance the presentation with our Pewter barware, jiggers, flasks? We have a variety of styles to suit your needs. Our 2 oz jiggers like Derby and Jefferson Cup match our other beautiful barware. In addition, we have stand alone pieces like the Pewter Coin Jigger (shown above) CCDSJ1 Presenting the Perfect Cocktail With Pewter Barware, Jiggers, Flasks that add a unique element to your bar. For more complex drinks and mixologists, we even have a traditional double sided jigger that will complement any bar service.

But the drink isn’t finished just because the mixing is done. The next step is presentation. Which is why the next step is to pour your perfect blend into one of our pewter martini goblets. Since pewter is a great cold conductor, chilling the goblet in advance means you’ll be able to maintain that perfect martini temperature much longer than in a traditional glass.

Finally, you can finish off your perfect cocktail with our drink stirrers. Whether you’re sipping drinks after a long game of golf or prefer to daydream about sailing and the seas, our stylish stirrers will offer you and your guests a decorative and functional flourish.

For more information about Pewter barware, jiggers, flasks that can make your cocktails both beautiful and delicious, please contact us.

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May 9, 2013

Sterling Silver Baby Cups for Baby’s Good Fortune

Filed under: Pewter and Silver — Liz @ 3:58 PM

Sterling silver baby gifts has been a tradition that goes way back to the colonial times. Crafted by the best of silversmiths, such a gift was considered an symbol of good fortune for the future life of the child and of hope for the generations to come. As popular as ever today, sterling silver baby cups are often given to commemorate the birth of the newest member of the family.

Sterling silver baby cups come in many styles and can be engraved with the newborn’s name, date or other meaningful text to act as a keepsake. They can actually be used when learning to drink from a cup, and make a beautiful and lasting display for many years to come. We encourage the use of our sterling silver cups as each dent and scratch becomes a part of the treasured memory of your young child.

As an alternative, the cup can be give during a shower before the baby is born with or without engraving. Then the new parents can decide for themselves how they would like the cup engraved. Either way, this makes for a coveted heirloom that can be passed from one generation to the next.

What parent wouldn’t want to be given a sterling silver baby cup for this most joyous occassion!

In addition to the cup, a sterling silver spoon and fork set for baby can be added with an engraved initial or other symbol at the base. Boxed in an elegant gift package, this set makes a very special gift indeed.

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May 2, 2013

Personalized Pewter Baby Cups

Filed under: Gifts for Babies — Tags: baby gift, engraved baby gift, gift for babies, pewter baby cup, religious gift — Liz @ 3:08 PM

Babies are a precious addition to any family and receiving personalized pewter baby cups make wonderful gifts. This gift can be kept as a treasured keepsake. These baby cups are polished to a loving finish and adding an engraving will give the cup a personal touch. The quality and beauty of these baby cups are the reason these gifts are so popular. Available in 25 different styles, you are sure to find a perfect one for the new little boy or girl in your family.

Pewter Teddy Bear Cup – Adorable teddy bear crests the front of the cup. The traditional emblem of the nursery is a perfect gift for the baby. The cups hold up to 5 ounces.

Pewter Cross Baby Cup – This baby cup is crested with a cross which is ideal for a christening. This cup represents a rare form of craftsmanship paired with practical traits of pewter. This cup will be a keepsake for many years. It holds up to 5 ounces of liquid.

Pewter Bow Handle Baby Cup silver baby cup 300x3001 300x300 Personalized Pewter Baby Cups – This cup is buffed by hand to a gleaming finish with a feminine bow handle. Add engraving for a personal gift with heart felt meaning.

Bulged Pewter Baby Cup with Scrolled Handle – The bulged body of this cup is a favorite. The pewter cup is polished by hand and the scrolled handle adds decorative details to this functional baby cup. This cup holds up to 5 ounces of liquid.

Imagines Pewter Baby Cup – This “Imagines of America” collection is a beautiful pewter baby cup. It bears the distinctive imagine markings which is a row of beading along the top of the cup and two lines of scoring near the bottom. Have this cup engraved and it will be a memorable gift that lasts for years.

These are just a sample of the beautiful pewter baby cups that we have available to purchase as a gift for any baby. Give a gift from the heart which will be a wonderful keepsake. Contact us for more information and let us help you to choose a thoughtful and memorable baby gift.

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April 22, 2013

Engraved Silver Gifts – Show Mom the Love this Mother’s Day

Filed under: Pewter and Silver — Tags: frames, gifts for mom, Mother's Day, pewter, roses — Liz @ 2:01 PM

Mother’s Day is soon approaching and finding the perfect gift for the mom who has everything can be quite challenging. Why not show her how much you love her with engraved silver gifts personalized just for mom.

Silver and Pewter Gifts offers a huge selection of gifts for any occasion and Mother’s Day is no exception.

First celebrated in 1908, Mother’s Day is an American tradition founded by Ann Jarvis on May 12, 1907. It became a nationally recognized holiday in 1914 and children have been honoring their mother ever since.

Finding the perfect gift to say I love you is often difficult and time consuming. Here are some gift suggestions that mom would absolutely cherish:

Collectibles – does mom collect bells or goblets? Give her the gift she’ll love with a specially engraved message just from you.

We’ve all heard the saying that something is “not served on a silver platter”, meaning we have to work hard for what we want, it’s not easily handed to us. Well, mom has worked hard her entire life to give you what you want and need. How about handing her a gleaming pewter platter engraved with the names of all her children and/or granchildren?

Surprise mom with a beautiful bouquet of roses neatly arranged in the gorgeous crystal Rose Bowl shown here.

Another special gift for mom is an elegant sterling silver picture frame that mom will absolutely love. Make sure to insert a special picture for mom to enjoy.

If your mom is like most mothers she probably has several small keepsake items tucked away in a shoebox. Give mom a classy, elegant keepsake box, a special place to store her momentos, jewelry or anything else she cherishes.

These are just a few ideas to show mom your love and appreciation. Let your imagination run wild with our large assortment of gift items.

We’re always here to help if you have any questions about any of our products. Feel free to contact us anytime and we’ll do our best to assist.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! May you all be blessed with love and special memories.

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April 4, 2013

Heirloom Quality Wedding Gifts With The Personal Touch

Filed under: Weddings — Tags: anniversary gifts, bachelor's party favor, bridal gifts, bridal shower favor, engraved gifts, personalized engraving, wedding gifts — Liz @ 3:07 PM

A recent keepsake trend at weddings and bridal showers is the sign-able picture frame or tray where guests can write messages of love and luck to the happy couple.

But why take a chance that your cherished memento will smudge or fade? Instead, use one of our engraving pens to create heirloom quality wedding gifts that will last a lifetime.

It’s as easy as signing your name. Our diamond tipped engraving pens are lightweight and easy to use. Simply pair one with one of our other wedding gifts and invite your guests to etch their personal messages onto the surface. This pen is as easy to use as a regular pen and in no time, you’ll have a unique treasure.

If you want to go the traditional route, we have a variety of frames to choose from. Our wide border frames are available for both 4×6 and 5×7 pictures and leave ample room for any number of best wishes.

Or you can think outside the frame and take things a step further. Imagine…

…the happy couple toasting one another with silver champagne goblets engraved by the members of the wedding party.

…the bride displaying flowers in a silver bowl, etched with handwritten messages of love.

…serving coffee and tea for years to come using one of our cherished silver or pewter trays that the wedding guests all signed.

…keeping mementos in a box signed by the whole family.

The possibilities are endless and the memories are permanent and will be cherished for many years.
For more information about ways to create this heirloom quality gift, go to silverandpewtergifts.com

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March 21, 2013

Thomas Jefferson’s Original Design

Filed under: Coporate Gifts,Weddings — Tags: engraved gift, Jefferson, Monticello, pewter, traditional gift — Liz @ 2:52 PM

J efferson cups are beautiful, functional pieces of American heritage, and make lovely, unusual gifts.

Commissioned by Thomas Jefferson, our third President, a set of eight of these cups was originally made by silversmith John Letelier in 1810. Formed in a tumbler shape, these low, round bottomed cups are hammered from a single disk of silver. They have a heavier bottom than sides, to promote stability and prevent spillage. Jefferson requested that these cups also be engraved and have a gilt (gold-lined) interior. According to the records at Monticello, these cups became Jefferson’s regular dining table drink ware.

Now you can give one, or a set, of elegant replicas of Jefferson’s original design. There are a number of options to choose from when deciding which Jefferson cup you wish to give. We offer a traditional Monticello cup, in pewter, complete with a Monticello gift box. We also offer a pewter Jefferson cup from the Images of America collection, with beading on the rim and scoring on the base. This cup can be paired with one or more other pieces from the Images of America collection to make a stunning gift for any occasion. For the authentic experience, we also offer a sterling silver Jefferson cup in the traditional style that begs the addition of an appropriate engraving. We also offer the Monticello Jefferson Cup in a set of 12 so that, like Jefferson, you can use them at your own di ning table.

Whether you use them in your own home or give them as house warming, Christmas or christening gifts, today’s Jefferson cups will become household treasures bequeathed to the next generation, just as Jefferson’s original cups were distributed by Martha Jefferson Randolph to her own children in the 1830s. So join the tradition, contact us and purchase the Jefferson cup: a handsome gift with a distinguished history.

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March 14, 2013

Engraved Silver Gifts and Handcrafted Pewter Gifts for the Everything In All of Us

Filed under: Pewter and Silver — Tags: engraved frames, heirloom baby gifts, pewter bracelets — Liz @ 2:56 PM

Every human being on the planet is unique and every person that you see, is someone different from every other person in the world. There are people who are similar in ways, obviously, and there are some things that are common to all the people in the world. Silver and Pewter Gifts has gifts for the appropriate for every one of us, especially because many of these items can be personalized:

For the parent in all of us: Baby Gifts. From cups to toothbrushes, these are the best treasures for our little ones. Also graduation gifts for when they are much older.

For the love of great memories in all of us: Custom engraved picture frames. Add a name or a lovely phrase to accompany your personal rememberance.

Desk Accessories for the deskrat in all of us: Whether you’re a writer or an office worker, these will not dissapoint.

For the need to express ourselves: Engraved Pewter Jewelry. You could be the only person on your block with a flower necklace for every month, with jewelry boxes to match.

Business card cases for the entrepreneur in all of us.

For the sugar lover in all of us: Pewter candy dishes. Engrave something on these. Maybe “Don’t touch, all mine”.

For the unavoidable love of Coffee in all of us: Coffee and tea sets.

Oh and don’t forget, for the drinker in all of us: Barware and Crystal Decanters. Everybody needs at least one of the items from these pages.

With any or all of the gifts you will satisfy the (fill in the blank!) in you. Please consider personalizing these gifts, to reflect and express your unique personality. Feel free to contact us with any questions or comments about our Silver and Pewter Gifts.

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February 28, 2013

Traditional Wedding Gifts are Back in Style

Filed under: Just for Fun,Weddings — Tags: anniversary gifts, heirlooms, pewter wedding gifts, silver wedding gifts, traditional gifts, wedding gifts — Liz @ 3:44 PM

While weddings can happen any time of year—even in a snow storm as reported on the news this year!—late spring and early summer are traditionally the season of weddings. May, June and August are the three most popular months for weddings. The time of year when Old Man Winter finally relaxes his icy grip on the earth is naturally the season for new beginnings.

But something interesting happens to brides as they approach their new lives: they start looking back to old traditions. Maybe it stems from a desire to connect with the generations that have gone before us. Even our snow storm bride mentioned above was thrilled to be married in a snow storm because her parents’ wedding was accompanied by one just like it. And as couples are waiting longer to get married, and brides are older than in previous years, they come to the altar with a greater appreciation of things that have true value.

Some wedding gifts never go out of style; they’re just rediscovered year after year by gift-givers and fortunate recipients alike. Engraved silver and pewter heirloom-quality gifts such as wedding cups, trays, jewel boxes, and coffee and tea sets provide a daily reminder to the newlyweds not just of that life-changing event, but the generosity of treasured friends who chose to commemorate it with something timeless.

If someone you know is approaching a milestone, whatever the season or weather, come see what we have available at Silver and Pewter Gifts. We offer free standard shipping for all purchases over $50, as well as inexpensive aids for cleaning and storing fine silver and pewter. Most engraved items ship within two days of ordering, so contact us today.

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February 21, 2013

Chesapeake Bay Gifts for the Crab Lover in Your Life

Filed under: Just for Fun — Tags: blue crab, Chesapeake gifts, pewter lighthouse — Liz @ 2:32 PM

There are not many families in this day and age that stay in the same home for a lifetime. Jobs change, houses are bought or sold and life just happens. No matter where we live, we often form strong attachments to the lifestyle of the region. In many cases we end up moving once again to a new adventure in a new place.

Keeping ahold of those cherished memories is much easier when you have something physical to hang onto. However, when we move things sometimes get left behind, broken or simply lost.

If you have ever lived or vacationed in the Chesapeake Bay area of the Mid-Atlantic you probably harbor fond thoughts about life on the bay. The blue crab is an integral part of not only the regions seafood industry, but also for those who have spent time there.

Saturday afternoons spent at the campground, crabbing in the brackish waters off the docks. Eating the spicy steamed crustaceans with their bright orange color and tasty morsels of crabmeat. Summer picnics with a bucket load of blues spread over the picnic table covered with newspaper. Whacking at the hard claws with a mallet and feeling your lips burn from the Old Bay Seasoning.

Even if you live far from the shores of Maryland or Virginia, you can still own a piece of the area with Chesapeake Bay gifts. No matter if for yourself or someone else, all of the silver and pewter gifts are proudly made in the USA. These hand-crafted pieces can be custom engraved to make them all that more special. A beautifully made cast pewter crab or whimsical blue crab bracelet will remind you of what the area is famous for. Finding a gift for fans of the bay is easy with ornaments, jewelry and other Chesapeake themed items.

If you have a love of the Chesapeake, but find yourself far away from its beautiful surroundings and delectable seafood; a selection from our Chesapeake gift collection will keep the bay forever close. For more information on these and the other fine gift choices we have to offer, please contact us .

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February 13, 2013

What are Porringers?

Filed under: Gifts for Babies,Just for Fun — Tags: baby dish, baptism gift, christening gift, pewter baby gift — Liz @ 3:00 PM

You’ve probably seen them in museums, your grandmother’s display cabinet, or perhaps in Colonial Williamsburg, but not known what they are called. Porringers are shallow, round bowls with flat, horizontal handles on one or both sides of the rim. While there is some dispute about their origins, it is well-known that they adorned medieval dining tables and have been made of wood, ceramic, pewter and silver. Fancy porringers often had the owners’ initials engraved on the handle, and there are some lovely early American examples, such as the Paul Revere silver porringer which sold via Sotheby’s in 2010 for $46,875!

The relationship between the words “porringer” and “porridge” makes it likely that children, and probably adults, have been using porringers to eat porridge—as well as gruel, broth, and so forth—for hundreds of years. Over time, modern bowls evolved and lost the handles that made porringers unique. However, porringers are still beautiful tableware, and make traditional, meaningful and practical birth and christening gifts.

The handles of our baby porringers range in style from a traditional William and Mary to a modern bow, from a Williamsburg-era scalloped shell to a polished pewter rope. Rather than the time-honored, but limited, option of engraving initials on the handle, we give you much greater scope with the option of engraving the inside of the bowl with anything ranging from a monogram or initials up to 4 lines of text. We have sets that include a matching spoon or cup as well.

A porringer truly is an elegant gift—one that you can be certain will be treasured for a lifetime, and passed down from one grandmother’s display cabinet to another. So contact us and let’s put together that perfect porringer christening gift!

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