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| Elizabeth Etiquette is excited to announce that I’m now officially on Etsy!
This is an exciting new journey for me as I launch into e-books and etiquette guides for sale in my Etsy shop. With back to school here, I’ve started my Etsy shop journey with two etiquette guides to help your children transition back into their school routine. My first guide – Back to School Etiquette Guide for Children – is a review of essential areas of etiquette for children when returning back to school after summer break. My second guide – Organizing Your Child For Back to School – covers the following topics, what your children need for school, how parents can prepare their children for the year to come, and how to properly introduce yourself to your child’s teacher. I’ve also uploaded a few essential guides to etiquette in my Etsy shop: Dating Etiquette for Men Stay tuned for more etiquette guides available on my Etsy store in the coming months!
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Elizabeth Etiquette Now On Etsy!
Mind Your Manners for Success at Dinner Parties
Whether you are eating with people you have known your entire life or are a guest at a table with people you are meeting for the first time, good table manners lead to a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere that is enjoyed by everyone present. This Easter, as you gather with friends and family members to celebrate and feast, follow these dinner party tips to foster friendly, cheerful interactions.
1. When attending a dinner party in the host’s home, remember that the space and facilities may not be designed to host large parties and some creativity and adaptation may have been required to accommodate all the guests.
In some cases, children may be asked to eat at a separate table from the adults or food may be served buffet style. In all cases, we take our cue from the host/hostess and accept the chosen arrangement without question. Read more »
How To Choose Flowers For Every Occasion
This is a guest blog post from my wonderful friend, Julissa at ProFlowers.
Ever wonder if the arrangement you’re gifting is sending the right message? Flowers are an elegant and thoughtful way to express your feelings, but many flowers convey different meanings. Knowing the symbolism and connotation of flower types and flower colors can make a big different in choosing the right arrangement. To help, use this guide from ProFlowers, which outlines what type of flowers to give based on 11 different occasions . From birthdays to holidays to bereavement, you can be sure your next trip to the florist is easier.
Hostess Gift Giving with Grace
Struggling for some gift ideas? Keep it simple. Hostess gifts do not need to be extravagant or unique. Generally, expect to spend between $20 and $30 for a hostess gift.
Here are some of the top gifts to consider:
- Fine Wine or other spirits
- Chocolates or candy
- Seasonal ornament or a CD of Festive Music
- Small plant in an attractive pot
- Flower Arrangement (in a vase)
- Soaps or Candles
- Homemade Baking or Preserves
- Books based on your hosts preferred reading genre
- Kitchen ideas like cocktail napkins, a wine aerator, wine charms or a cast iron teapot
- Gift Cards
Offering Your Gift
When’s the right time to give your gift?
- Offer your gift as soon as you arrive.
- Be gracious and do not create a fuss. If it is a larger event, your hosts may have to acknowledge your thoughtfulness, but not have the time to express their full fondness of it.
- Do not expect your gift to be served or put on display that evening and do not take it back at the end of the event.
- If the hostess is busy with other guests, leave the gift in an area that is out of the way and indicate to your host the location of your small gift.
Consider Wedding Traditions When Planning that “Special Day”
Traditionally, weddings have many customs and rules but, today, it is commonly accepted that weddings are primarily about the bride and groom. If you are planning your wedding, you have a right to do it in a way that makes you happy. However, this does not condone being selfish or disrespectful to others. Weddings are an occasion to show thoughtfulness, grace, kindness, and hospitality.As you plan your wedding, consider these traditions to determine what is most comfortable to you and considerate of your family and other guests:
- Asking permission.
If possible, asking for permission to marry is a nice gesture to the bride’s father or parents, although it is no longer compulsory in many cultures. Regardless of whether you decide to ask for permission, it is respectful to inform the parents of both the bride and the groom of your intent to marry before announcing it to others. Read more »
High Tea Social with Elizabeth Etiquette
Last month I had the opportunity to be a guest speaker at the High Tea Social put on by Young Women in Business. It was my pleasure to speak about the importance of table etiquette and manners for young women in the business world. I also had an opportunity to enjoy some tea with the ladies and speak with them about their future business goals.
I want to thank Young Women in Business for having me as a guest speaker, and I wish all the young ladies luck with their future careers.
Interested in having me speak at one of your upcoming events? Get in touch »
5 Ways To Spend Quality Family Time
Having a family with children can often leave you feeling rushed and stressed day to day. Our days are likely filled with some nagging, cajoling, and running from place to place. We try to de-stress by watching TV or taking a soothing bubble bath. The problem? We aren’t eliminating the stress but ignoring it. We are also forgetting the bigger picture: of spending quality time with family.
Children are children for only a short while. After a few years, they will quickly outgrow our company. Once a certain age hits, our children will grow up and leave home. The result is bittersweet. While we’re proud to have children grow into well-mannered and educated adults, we suddenly lose the precious time we once had with them.
To build a tight-knit bond with your children and spouse, it is crucial to spend quality time together. While it may sound easy, the reality is work and life stress tend to get in the way. If your time and mind isn’t 100% dedicated to the other person, it will ruin your quality time together.
Children’s Etiquette Class at The Vancouver Club
I had a wonderful time teaching my Children’s Etiquette class at the Vancouver Club this past weekend. The children were an absolute delight, participating in all the fun activities and role-play; making them all the perfect diners! I would like to extend my special thanks to all the members of the Vancouver Club, who registered their children for the class, and a sincere thank you to Katie, and all the staff, at the Vancouver Club for their help and support during the event.
Manners Matter – Even For Spring Break
If you and your family are planning a getaway for
Spring Break, it is worth brushing up on your etiquette
before you go! Proper etiquette will ensure an enjoyable
time for you and your family. Just because you are
leaving your home for a while, doesn’t mean your
manners can’t come along. In fact, make sure you
do not leave your manners at the door! Proper
etiquette is essential anywhere you go, even on your
upcoming trip for Spring Break.
Below are my etiquette guidelines that will help
you start Spring Break on the right foot:
Going Skiing? Follow The Rules!
Respect the rules set up by the Ski Hill. If there are any closed runs or out of bound areas, do not ignore the warnings. It is unwise and dangerous to do so. If you don’t follow the rules you may even get banned from the Ski Hill. Best advice: be aware of the rules before heading out to the slopes to avoid any problems!
Be Courteous in Lines
If you and your family end up visiting an attraction that has line ups (for ex. a theme park) please be courteous and respectful of others. We all hate waiting in line, and there is no need to make the experience worse. Do not push others or cut in line. Keep conversations with your friends and family suitable, as those waiting in line may likely hear your conversations. Best advice: don’t use foul language, and keep volume at a conversational level.
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