Tag: silk scarves

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  1.  Scarfsense silk scarves are uniquely qualified to be a great alternative to sending flowers or fruit. And, while comparable (and often somewhat lower in price) to those choices, there are some big advantages: They won’t wilt (as with flowers) or go bad (as with fruit). And every time a recipient wears hers, she’ll be reminded of your thoughtfulness!

  2.  Scarfsense features premium quality 100% silk scarves that are timeless and classic and in only vibrant, smart colors so that it's easy to select the perfect gift for "her", whether she's a mom, sister, aunt or friend. 

  3.  Scarfsense silk scarves have an ideal weight, 12 mommes. This is not too heavy or light. This weight is significant for a silk scarf today. They cost more to make. Silk scarves in this weight are luxurious, drape well & are not widely available, but can occasionally be found at higher end retail establishments. 

  4.  Scarfsense silk scarves have optimal dimensions too, 16” x 60”.  This allows them to be used to make the most attractive ties. It is important to keep in mind that aspects of clothing can enhance or ruin a look. For example, under certain conditions slightly over-sized scarves can work. Today, though, some designers are working with the notion that just about any over-sized scarves are fine. This is simply not the case. There are times when they really detract from a potentially good look.

  Send a Scarfsense silk scarf to her* this holiday season!

  *mom, sister, aunt, friend

  Available at Amazon and at http://www.thescarfboutique.com/

   

  December 15, 2015

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• Scarfsense Signature 100% Silk Scarf Is “A Hit” In Paris!

  

  Some of you know how much I adore France and Paris, in particular.  And, yes, someday, I'd like to introduce a line of square silk scarves that are the caliber of the famous Hermes scarf. Needless to say, when a customer wrote me this week to say, (I) "Gave my wife  your silk scarf for  her birthday – She loved it!!  She wore it to Paris …… but it blew into the Seine River!!", I couldn't resist saying that my scarf was "a hit" in Paris, even though "hit"  here means it fell into the Seine River  :   ). 

  August 27, 2015

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• Scarfsense’s First Retail Location!

  

  Scarfsense now has a Boston area retail location for Scarfsense silk scarves!  They're at Stonegate on Rt 117 in Lincoln, MA.  This holiday season there will be special introductory pricing  and free gift boxing!

  December 4, 2012

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• Sending Flowers – Is There Any Way To Make Them Last Longer?

  
  

  So, you have decided that you will be sending flowers to someone for a holiday or a special occasion.  Flowers can be so special and so beautiful.  Although they can be fairly expensive, the expense can be justified.   But, it doesn't seem right that sometimes a bouquet of flowers doesn't last and therefore can't be appreciated for very long. If the flowers were delivered fresh, there are a few tricks that you can take advantage of which can really make a difference.  This article explains these  in detail!  Sending Flowers Article

  Now, if you are not 100%  committed to sending flowers as a gift, there are always other  gift alternatives that you can consider which are not perishable.  Fragrant imported soaps and candles can be a wonderful idea for people that seem to have everything.  Something that is a little more personal and perhaps luxurious is a silk scarf.  Silk scarves are a great alternative especially when the woman you have in mind doesn't tend to treat herself to luxury items such as this. 

  February 23, 2011

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• Silk Scarves – What Makes Them Special?

  
  

    It's not your imagination.  There is something very special about silk scarves.  A picture is worth a thousand words. Take a look.   What do you see?

  I  think it's  luminousity  and softness.  In this artice, I explain  the five aspects that control quality and need to be considered when making a purchase.

  I've been buying silk scarves for 30 years. During this time, I've noticed there is an incredible range of quality that exists for what you can buy. "You get what you pay for.", is something you need to keep in mind.

  Here are the five aspects that I recommend you evaluate when you are contemplating a purchase:

  Weight Dimensions Design Color Finish

  Weight- The heavier the weight, the more it costs to make. Silk is weighed in mommes. Retail labeling does not generally state what this is for a given scarf. But you can tell what it is to some degree just by holding it. If it has a very sheer gossamer look and feel, it's going to be very light, potentially 4 or 6 mommes. If it is fairly substantial with strong coloring that holds up to light, it is probably 10 to 12 mommes. Much heavier than that, you are getting into weights that are better suited for drapery and upholstery. My favorite weight for silk scarves is 12 mommes. It's a perfect weight, not too light or heavy.

  Dimensions- Each of the possible shapes of scarves out there comes in different dimensions. The larger the dimension, the more it costs to make. In general, the larger the better. My favorite dimensions in a square are 35" x 35". And for an oblong scarf, 16" x 60". These sizes work the best with the standard ties you can make.

  Design- We are getting into more subjective ground to a certain extent. But, if you begin to spend any time studying patterns, you can tell when they are thrown together or not. Yes, it's true, fads can include thrown together looks. A poor design, though, looks tacky, plain and simple.

  Beautiful silk scarves have beautiful, well thought out designs. They are attractive to look at. You enjoy gazing at them. They always enhance what they are being worn with.

  Color- This is fairly subjective too. I will say though, understanding good colors and how to work with colors seems to come naturally to some and not to others. And you tend to know, with time, which kind of person you are. If you aren't very good at it, get help! It is something you can get better at with a little training and understanding.

  Beautiful scarves have beautiful colors, whether they are trendy or classic, timeless colors.

  Finish- The main thing to be concerned with when it comes to finish is the stitching used for the edges. There are folks out there that like hand rolled hems. Hand rolled hems can still be done improperly. I have found this to be the case even with extremely expensive scarves (costing hundreds of dollars). When done improperly, the fabric may not be flat enough as it approaches the edge and/or the stitching (thread) can come undone fairly easily. I actually prefer a well executed top stitch, as it can give you a flatter, cleaner result.

  There you go. I wish I had this information when I started buying scarves. Practice makes perfect! I'm also glad you can benefit from what I've learned!

   

  February 10, 2011

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