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  July 2009   

 

Two Great
Locations

Vienna
111 Church Street NW
Suite 101
Vienna, VA 22180
703.319.9099

Vienna Hours:
New Fall Hours
Mon - Fri
10 AM - 8 PM
Sat 10 AM - 6 PM
Sun 12 noon - 6 PM

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Reston Town Center

11923 Market Street
Reston, VA 20190
703.689.2240

Reston Hours:
Mon - Sat 10 AM - 8 PM
Sun 12 noon - 6 PM

 

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The World of Eric Carle

 A message from Eric Carle:

"The Very Hungry Caterpillar" is about hope. You, like the little caterpillar, will grow up, unfold your wings and fly off into the future... 

 

The Dandelion Patch is overjoyed to carry Eric Carle's line of colorful books, learning toys, puppets, and more.  40 years ago a tiny caterpillar popped out of a little egg, and pretty soon you took him into your hearts.  The Very Hungry Caterpillar book, published in 1969, still sells one copy every 30 seconds in the world!  Stop by The Dandelion Patch and give this gift of hope to the little ones in your life. 

 

"Fall" for the New Patterns of Scout Bags

scoutThese magnificent Scout bags might just end up being your favorite of all time.

They are the go-to bags for grocery shopping, books, toys, a change of clothes and many more uses. These bags are collapsible for easy handling and storage, have reinforced riveted handles, are water resistant and wipe clean. Throw in the Bagette Tote, a new Duette Bag (or two) and the Shouldah Bin for the ultimate in bag organization.  And at The Dandelion Patch, you can add a custom monogram for a bag that is perfectly practical in every way! 

 

Live it.  Wear it.

vivaViva Beads was created by two mothers who set out to make a better life for themselves and their families. The women found an existing artisan technique similar to layering techniques of Venetian Glass using polymer clay.  And so was born the original line of Viva Beads handmade clay beaded jewelry.
2008 pick! the knot best of weddings

The word "Viva" means a salute to life, and is the anchoring energy behind the name. With their cheerful colors and clever designs, it is their mission to share hope, joy, and passion for life, with everyone who wears Viva Beads. Shop for Viva Beads and the Viva Diva bracelet line for girls at The Dandelion Patch today!

 

Holiday Card Special

                                                           william holiday
Receive 20% off Custom Holiday Cards and Invitations now through October 31st!

Also, FREE In-House Personalization on Holiday Boxed Stationery for the month of October!

 

 

Gold for Good

2008 pick! the knot best of weddingsGals Night at The Dandelion Patch!

Watch as a licensed gold buyer from Golden Girls LLC, tests and weighs your gold, and pays you on the spot! Golden Girls will donate 2-1/2% to ChildHelp.  This donation will not affect how much money you will receive for your gold. 

Be our guest to sip on champagne, nibble on treats and enjoy complimentary hand microdermabrasions from Vitalia Medspa.  Indulge with 20% off all in-store merchandise for this night only! Plan to have fun AND leave with some extra cash!  
 

WHEN:           Tuesday, October 29th
TIME:              7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
PLACE:          The Dandelion Patch, Vienna 

COST:            Free!
RSVP:            vienna@thedandelionpatch.com 

 

ChildHelp Book Drive


hopebandWe welcome you to bring in new or gently used books, games, and/or DVD's and get 15% off your in-store inventory purchase for our October book and toy drive benefiting ChildHelp. This is part of our on-going initiative to raise awareness and funds so that ChildHelp can continue their good work of preventing child abuse and neglect in our local DC metro area. Thank you for your support!

 

 Confessions of a Customer

Heather Gold had heard the name The Dandelion Patch in conversation and emails, but never thought much of it until she and her daughter came across the store's booth at a Bridal Show. As what she saw and had heard from friends clicked into place, she knew instantly is was the perfect place to pick out the invitations for her daughter's wedding.

"The whole process was so easy-the staff asked questions and recommended ideas I never would have thought of on my own" Heather notes. In fact, originally only planning on using the store for invitations and programs, both mother and daughter quickly handed all their paper needs over to the Vienna team. "We realized we could have done it ourselves and saved a little money and had an okay product-or hand it over to the experts who would be sure everything would come out wonderful".

Three years and two store locations later, Heather is still coming into The Dandelion Patch to make her invitation needs easier. From Holiday Cards to Baby Shower Invitations, Heather now relies on the help of the staff to fit the tone and theme of an event perfectly. Most recently looking for a "retirement with a Cape Cod twist" invitation,
lobster invitethe staff helped her custom design a Dabney Lee invitation with lobsters, golf clubs and more. "There is no idea I have thrown at them yet that we haven't achieved-and people always remember my invitations".

Here's to looking forward to many more wonderful events in your life we can continue to be a part of!

 

A Bit of Buzz


Winner! 2009 Best of NOVA - Northern Virginia Magazine        2008 pick! the knot best of weddings          Washingtonian Bride & Groom Best Wedding Vendor 2009  

  Bride's Choice Award '09          Wedding Wire Rated 2008 weddingwire.com

 

 

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