Most specialist companies like to cater to a niche market, giving a personal service to its customers. The Abbey Press is one such company which supplies gifts and collectibles with a Christian theme. There is a catalog to browse or orders can be processed online. The product range is extremely varied and includes many personalized items, such as plaques, photo frames and communion medallions. The company is owned by the Benedictine monks of the Saint Meinrad Archabbey community in Indiana, which is also the location of a well respected school of theology.
Crafted figurines are very, very popular choice, in addition to unique pieces of jewelry such as bracelets and necklaces, ornaments and other home décor products and depictions of angels and saints. Chimes are also available. Crosses come in various forms, as the nativity scene, in Celtic design or for confirmation. They are made from silver, wood or copper. The Abbey Press angels are incorporated in figurines or as other types of ornament.
When choosing a gift for a special occasion, there is something for every celebration at Abbey Press. Prayer Cards can be given as christening presents or as Christmas gifts. They also make a thoughtful party favor. Mugs are often selected for christening presents too. There are some items suitable for Thanksgiving and Harvest celebrations, as figurines, plaques, prayer cards or pillows. The prayer cards can be laminated. All these products have motifs such as turkeys, pumpkins and pilgrims.
Christmas is the time for giving and there are many traditional nativity scenes and Father Christmas figures to choose from. Saints days are also honored with various figures, pendants and jewelry. Abbey Press also supplies features for the garden, such as a St. Francis garden statue. Lighthouses make an unusual feature in the home, in the form of ornaments or prints. Cards and keyrings are also available with a lighthouse theme. The image of Christ is, of course, very popular and Christ is tastefully depicted on T-shirts, plaques and ornaments.
In addition to celebrations, these items are also suitable for sad occasions when a thoughtful gift to a family member or friend is needed. Mugs and cards are available with messages of support at difficult times such as illness. Abbey Press also carries the famous Thomas Kincaid range of figurines. These items have become extremely popular with collectors and include angel figures, miniature Christmas trees, crosses, and calendars. Children are also catered for at Abbey Press and there are products to capture school day memories, such as keepsake books and photo frames.
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
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