MayMay 27 Tuesday 08
Memories of a Lifetime
We recently heard about a really great idea and had to share it with you! We received a very special order from Angela, who told us that the Cottonwood Keepsake album she was purchasing would be a part of a thoughtful and truly meaningful gift she was preparing for her …
AprilApr 1 Tuesday 08
Like-Minded Lorla's
Not only does Lorla's in Northville, Michigan, carry a great selection of unique shoes and purses, but they now also feature our Red Lantern purses and handbags. Lauren Beras, owner of the boutique, aims to meet the needs and tastes of a wide range of women. We knew we …
MarchMar 12 Wednesday 08
It's In The Bag
If you are shopping in downtown Ada, Michigan, you will now be able to find a more complete line of Red Lantern products at The Paper Bag and Incredible Basket. Boutique owner Frank Swanson has expanded his selection of our products to include several albums, purses,
FebruaryFeb 7 Thursday 08
Red Lantern's Roots in Chinese New Year Celebrations
The people of many Asian countries around the world are in the midst of celebrating their most important holiday of the year. Chinese New Year, Spring Festival or the Lunar New Year as it is sometimes called falls this year on February 7, although it is celebrated over …
JanuaryJan 31 Thursday 08
Ada Boutique Features Gift Boxes
Red Lantern is now offered at The Paper Bag & Incredible Basket, a boutique in downtown Ada, Michigan. Located at 7199 Thornapple River Drive, this charming shop features unique gifts, gift baskets, and stationary products. Since they specialize in gift giving, and …
JanuaryJan 29 Tuesday 08
New: Our Shipping Goes Flat Rate
We listened to all of your great feedback suggesting a low, flat rate cost for all standard shipping and went to work making that change. Now when you shop with us and choose standard 2-3 day ground shipping, you will only pay the low rate of $5.00 for all shipments to …
JanuaryJan 18 Friday 08
A Cultural Experience
Over the holidays, my family and I traveled to Mexico. While this is typically a great vacation spot for sun-starved, winter-weary Northerners, we decided we wanted to really see and experience the culture and life. This meant staying in out of the way places, eating …
JanuaryJan 8 Tuesday 08
Making a Good Impression
"I just wanted to write and let you know that I am so impressed with Red Lantern," commented Bethany from Illinois after receiving her Red Lantern order. Being a part of your gift giving has been both rewarding and fun for us this past holiday season, and we have …
DecemberDec 5 Wednesday 07
News Worthy
Red Lantern hit the newsstands in an article last week that featured our company and our purpose. Cadence Newspaper in Grand Rapids ran a feature story, written by reporter Erin Albanese, entitled, "Red Lantern Casts a Light on Global Problems." The article highlighted …
A Few of My Favorite Things...
Hot chocolate by a warm fire...Christmas music by candlelight...gifts tied in gold ribbon..and friends and family gathered in my home, filling it with laughter and love. These are just a few of my favorite things. But nothing beats the feeling of joy that we get from …
NovemberNov 15 Thursday 07
Spreading the News
Giving is like turning on a light~~it spreads everywhere. And apparently it's catching! Every item purchased this month so far has been a gift for someone special from someone who wants to let them know they are cared about. Carrie from Michigan sent us a note to tell …
NovemberNov 5 Monday 07
Cambodian Child Given Hope
Ratha is a gentle boy who loves to do somersaults in the dirt outside his grandmother's thatched hut. He seems happy showing off his acrobatic skills - but 12-year-old Ratha hides a deep sorrow. Both his mother and father died in traumatic circumstances. His father …
OctoberOct 25 Thursday 07
Improved Gift Packaging makes Great Gift Giving
Remember those birthdays when the most exciting present was the one in the beautiful wrapping? Choosing just the right gift for someone is half the fun but the other half is knowing they will love opening it. It's all in the presentation, where special attention is …
OctoberOct 22 Monday 07
Currie Bag Goes to Chicago Benefit
In a delightfully appropriate twist, our Currie Bag was worn to a benefit in Chicago. It was given as a gift by Penny to a good friend who shared with her that when she opened the package she was surprised to find "a most beautiful purse - handmade and lovely." She …
OctoberOct 15 Monday 07
Your Purchases Begin to Make a Difference
This is it, this what we've been working for, this very moment as we write the first check in support of our projects, slip it in an envelope, and put it in the mail. My mind goes to the kids in Cambodia who will receive hope...the person in the Congo who will be able …
OctoberOct 13 Saturday 07
Hooked on Photo Albums
My family and I have traveled to many wonderful and interesting places, and lots of travel means lots of pictures. I found myself looking for an attractive but practical way to store and display them. When we lived in China, I frequently walked by a wonderful little …
The Name Red Lantern
I am often asked why we chose the name Red Lantern for our business. Believe me, choosing a name is not an easy process! We tossed many ideas around as a team in our living room over tea. Red Lantern seemed a perfect fit, a name that came to us from our experience of …
Kelly from Mich. Gives Red Lantern and Gives Back
Some things just make your day! We received a really encouraging note from Kelly who wrote, "I wanted to let you know I received my items today and they are just lovely. I love the added touch of enclosing the items in a sheer red bag with ribbon. I purchased both as …