Spring is here, and I can feel the ease and lightness this time of year ushers in, even with all the busyness around us. The pretty pastels, beautiful tulips, soft breeze, and celebrations held this time of year all help renew my spirits and remind me to rest more and hurry less.
I attended a Winter Gift Market in January, and one design caught my attention over and over again—scalloped edges! And instantly, all the feelings of Spring met me there at the market.
Scalloped edges! It’s a traditional design detail with a look that feels soft yet structured, calm yet playful, cheerful with a girly flair. Coastal calm. Softness. Ease. All of these descriptions came to mind at the gift market, and then it hit me—it reminds me of Spring!
Revived in fresh new ways, this charming design element is a fun trend right now and perfect for all of your gifting needs this Spring. Here are 3 brands that nailed the scalloped edge look in their product designs, along with my favorite gifting finds from each.
gift ideas for spring occasions
Scalloped Edge Greeting Cards From Wanderlust Paper Co.
Where do I begin?! From their mini card series to their selection of regular-sized greeting cards for all occasions, Wanderlust Paper Co.’s scalloped edge cards are truly delightful!
My favorites:
• Thinking Of You Cards – Flora ‘Thinking Of You’ Card, Ink Flora ‘A Little Note’ Card, and the Rose Flora ‘All My Love’ Card
• Birthday Cards – Passionflower ‘Happy Birthday’ Card, Daisy ‘Happy Birthday To You’ Card, Geranium ‘Birthday Love’ Card, and the Pink Flora ‘Happy Birthday’ Card
• Mother’s Day Cards – Flora ‘Happy Mother’s Day’ Card, Anemone ‘Mum’ Card, and the Butterfly ‘My Beautiful Mum’ Card
• Mini Cards (for any occasion) – Auricula Mini Card, Blue Flora Mini Card, and the Blue Heart Mini Card / Pink Heart Mini Card
gift ideas for spring occasions
Scalloped Edge Gifts For Home From etúHOME
The essence of the etúHOME brand says it all: “creating pieces that make the home a soft place to fall.” And I love the sense of history and charm in each of their products.
My favorites:
• Vintage English Bread Board, Scalloped – a perfect gift on its own (it’s so charming!) or paired with a set of tea towels, your favorite homemade bread recipe (hand-written on a lovely scalloped notecard), or an assortment of nuts and dried fruits for a charcuterie starter.
• Set of 4 Scalloped Wood Coasters – pair with a mocktail kit and dried citrus garnish or bitters.
• Square Scalloped Cheese Board With Cheese Markers – arrives ready to gift and is available in white, natural, spruce green, and navy blue.
• 2-in-1 Scalloped Bloom Vase – a statement piece—deliver in person with fresh blooms!
gift ideas for spring occasions
Scalloped Edge Accessories From The Darling Effect
Founded by a husband and wife team, everything at The Darling Effect is just that—darling!
My favorites:
• Jetsetter Luggage Tags – these darling scalloped edge tags are chic and make a nice addition to a travel gift set.
• Little Moments Acrylic Picture Frames – with playful prints and scalloped edges, you’re sure to make someone’s day by gifting these.
• Scalloped Floral Stay-Put Towel Bands – there will be no more beach towel slipping with these cuties! For gifting, fill a beach bag with all the right essentials (beach towel, bookmark, mesh pouch, etc.) and add this for a welcome surprise.
don’t forget!
The scalloped edge—a design detail known for its playful, charming, feminine, and cheerful characteristics. Whether for Easter, Mother’s Day, a birthday, graduation, or just because, keep this design element in mind for all of your springtime gifting.
