Here are a few tips for Monogramming Gifts

Traditional monograms for married people consist of three initials. The Bride's first initial, the Last name initial and the husband's First initial, but today with couples using both last names and some wives keeping their maiden name. Monograms can be a bit more complicated.

Initials in a couples monogram generally include first names, however a middle name can be substituted if that is the name a person uses. The initials of a nickname is not normally included in a monogram.

For Single women. 

First , Middle, Last          H M J

First Name: Hyacinth; Middle Name: Mayfield; Last name: Johnson

For a single man. 

First, Middle, Last    J A H

First Name: James; Middle Name: Albert;  Last Name: Haymer

A married couple:

Initial of Wife's first name; Couples last name; Husbands First name. H H J

When having a wedding gift monogrammed, givers should be guided by the way the couple intends to write their names. If you aren't sure of the correct monogram. You might check with the couples parents, or one of the attendants or with the couple directly.

Impressionable monogrammed gifts are always talked about between the couples and their parents. It shows that you were thoughtful in you gift giving and places you head and shoulders above the rest.

Monogramming Linens: 

Many people today prefer the Single Last name Initial or Hyphenated Initials. The other monogramming choices are also appropriate for towels, dinner napkins. For bedding, Sheet and Comforted sets. Pillows and cases. Three letter monograms gives a finished look.

Monogramming Flatware:

If silverware is monogrammed, a triangle of block letters. Last name initial below, the first name initials of the bride and groom. Above works well on modern patters. If a single initial is used, it is the last name of the groom. When monogramming silver flatware, the monogram is usually placed so that the top of the letter is towards the end of the handle, in other words when the piece is on the table, the initials should be read by the diner.

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