It may be cold (and rainy) outside, but Spring has sprung at The Dandelion Patch. Come see our new collection of spring-inspired votives, garden stakes, decorative signs and other whimsical home and garden accessories in earthy pastels to fit the season. Ceramic wellies make for a nontraditional flower vase, and the country-inspired breakfast tray is sure to encourage impromptu breakfasts in bed. Waffles not included!

It all starts with one charm - whether it's to commemorate special events in your life or express your personal style, a charm bracelet is a unique piece of jewelry that evolves over time. Halia offers scores of charms in sterling silver, 14K gold, enamel and cubic zirconia, that can be arranged in any configuration on their innovative sterling silver or silicone bracelets. Charms start at $19.95, and they're perfect for any gift-giving occasion. It really is "jewelry that you customize to your life."

What do Brooke Shields, Oprah, and The Dandelion Patch have in common? We all have Karito Kids, Family Fun Magazine's #1 Toy of the Year!

Karito Kids are a collection of dolls representing various cultures around the globe. In their coordinating storybooks, children can follow Lulu, Pita, Zoe, Ling and Gia on their exciting adventures, and learn about the importance of giving back to the community - with each item purchased, children have the opportunity to designate a portion of the purchase price to the Karito Kids-supported cause of their choice via the company's website.

"Kids want to give; they just need to know where.
Kids want to help; they just need to know who.
Kids want to save the world; they just need to know how."

During the holidays, Penny Gilbert avoided malls at all costs - instead of braving the Tysons crowds, she chose to do all of her shopping online or at The Dandelion Patch in Vienna. Some of her favorite purchases have been our monogrammed Bows and Beaus cosmetic bags, as well as Magnolia Lane ceramic serving pieces for the UVA and Georgetown grads in her family.

Penny has been a loyal Dandelion Patch customer for years, frequenting our old Mill Street location and following us to our current Church Street storefront. Her first few visits revolved around her daughter's wedding - she chose The Dandelion Patch for everything from shower invitations to wedding invitations to hand calligraphy and other wedding essentials. Nowadays, as a long-term care insurance specialist, Penny often brings clients to eat at Bazin's restaurant next door, following her business meetings with a trip to The Dandelion Patch for baby gifts, or to peruse our Vera Bradley collection.

Penny values our commitment to customer service, and loves how just about everything in our store - be it stationery, pottery, paperweights, basket handbags, or spa wraps - can be personalized. Pop in today for the perfect personalized treasure to meet your gift-giving needs, and find out why Penny picks The Dandelion Patch.