Holidays

Vacations offer time to relax and recharge. They’re an opportunity to spend quality time with those you care about and enjoy exciting new experiences. Yet, all too often, work-related stress (not to mention actual tasks and obligations) can bleed into…

Dr. Magari chats with Quill about staying safe and healthy during the holidays, including whether or not to travel, the importance of flu shots and how to treat signs of symptoms. Dr. Magari holds a Doctor of Science in Environmental…

Whether you’re gearing up to ship out a bunch of holiday gifts or you’re a small business working toward streamlining your packaging and shipping process, we’re here to help with our guide to gift wrapping and sending. Elevate the gift…

On the surface, “office” and “party” may seem like polar opposite terms. Office parties of any type—but perhaps especially holiday parties—have earned a nasty reputation as obligations to be suffered through rather than pleasurable activities to be enjoyed. That can…

Office parties give colleagues time to relax, eat, drink, socialize, and celebrate together. What could go wrong? Unfortunately, plenty. Chances are, you’ve been to an awkward or uncomfortable office party. More than 50 percent of employees in one survey don’t…

Relaxing, sleeping in, enjoying quality time with family and friends or maybe even soaking up the sun in a warmer climate — then, boom — it's back to work. It's no wonder workers suffer the post-vacation blues. However, there are…

Attention crafters: If you’re not familiar with vellum, it’s time to get to know this translucent paper. Vellum is thin, slightly white, and cloudy like frosted glass. Sometimes it’s called see-through paper or tracing paper. It was originally made from…

If you’re looking to create a handmade, personalized, and painless gift that’s perfect for any occasion, look no further than ... a paper bag. Yes, you read that correctly. Customized paper gift bags check off all the DIY boxes: They’re…

The holidays are about fun, family, and friendships. But that doesn’t mean that everyone gets to take a vacation from work. What can you do to survive the holidays and celebrate the season even when you’re stuck at the office?…

The holiday season is a time for togetherness and family. The question many workplaces face, as they diversify, is which holidays do you celebrate? All of them? None of them? Here's how to celebrate the holidays in a way everybody…

American workers aren’t as good at vacationing as their counterparts in other industrialized nations, tending to either work on vacation or skip taking time off. They simply find it hard to disconnect. Over two dozen countries require companies to offer four…

Healthy work habits help prevent work place burnout and reduce downtime due to stress and illness. When a person becomes over-stressed, they can get physically and mentally run-down. Research shows that the psychological and physical effects of burnout in employees…

Blame Pinterest or Fixer Upper: For whatever reason, wood signs have become wildly popular.What makes them so appealing is their homey, non-mass-produced aesthetic, which is why many people choose the DIY route when it comes to crafting wood signs.If you’re…

For many of us, getting from point A to point B is the least exciting part about a trip—whether it’s a business trip or vacation. When it comes to flying, it’s easy to hit road blocks in the form of…

Technology affects virtually every aspect of modern life, so it seems appropriate to designate a day for recognizing its impact and generating excitement about future advances. On November 8, people throughout the United States will be celebrating National STEAM Day.…

In the age of text messaging and social media updates, many people have given up on the ancient art of letter writing. But there are many good reasons to write letters by hand. It’s not only meaningful to receive a…

From birthdays and baby showers to office potlucks, big promotions, and retirements custom napkin designs are all the rage. They add a unique, personal feel and a touch of whimsy—whether they’re specific to a holiday or if you use them…

If you are lucky enough to have a fun work environment where dressing up for Halloween is encouraged - and you have clients, customers and visitors all day long - there are three things you should consider as the holiday…

Remember looking out of the window of your family car as a child, or walking down your town street and being able to read for the first few times? Though often taken for granted, reading is a privilege: currently, 750…

Celebrate the 4th of July with an iconic American treat. Whether you're hosting a 4th of July party or heading to a friend's house for the festivities, you're sure to wow everyone with these easy, yet adorable 4th of July…