Monday, December 21

Why Get In Touch?

The Get in Touch Foundation was established by Mary Ann Wasil Nilan in 2004 to encourage women of all ages to “Get In Touch” with their bodies as part of an ongoing crusade to educate them about the importance of early breast cancer detection. Mary Ann met Waves of Gratitude co-founder Kim Wierman at the Make Mine a Million Conference.


“At the conference we were learning about how women’s attitudes about money and their earning power were affected by the women in their lives,” Kim recalls.  “I stood up and told a story about my grandmother wrapping her spending money in aluminum foil and putting it the freezer and then telling my grandfather it was cheese she was putting in her purse in case she got hungry while she was out.  Mary Ann approached me at a break to tell me how the story really made her laugh, but it was her incredible story of survival, hope and faith during her battle with breast cancer that touched us and prompted us to follow her progress and reach out to her almost a year later.” Their immediate connection back in 2008 resulted in an amazing partnership now.

In an effort to share their gratitude for early breast cancer detection and prevention, Waves of Gratitude will donate $3 from every purchase of a signature Large Branches of Hope necklace to the Get In Touch Foundation through February 28, 2010. Individuals who want to purchase the necklace can visit the Waves of Gratitude website to learn more and get a coupon code to receive 15% off any Large Branches of Hope necklace. Pictured below is the Large Branches of Hope necklace with Rose Quartz Swarovski Crystal. also available with Clear Quartz, Aquamarine, Ruby and Amethyst Swarovski Crystals.


The Get In Touch Girls' Program & Daisy Wheel© teaches girls in grades 5-12 the importance of, and how to do a breast self-exam for life with the proprietary and effective 8-step Daisy Wheel through lectures in open community settings that facilitate comfort and discussion.


Mary Ann Wasil Nilan (pictured above) says, “The Get In Touch Foundation® is delighted to have been chosen by Waves of Gratitude to be a recipient of their philanthropic commitment to making a difference in our world! Each dollar that Waves of Gratitude donates to Get In Touch means one more Daisy Wheel© makes it into the hands of one more girl. Kudos to Waves of Gratitude for joining us in our mission to “change the world one girl at a time!”  Hope Lives!”

“With each Large Branches of Hope necklace purchase, you are affecting the lives of three girls” says Cheryl Nordyke, Waves of Gratitude CEO.” Kim Wierman adds, “We are so excited to give back to The Get in Touch Foundation. I am grateful for Mary Ann’s strength and inspiration, and I know she is going to affect so many people."

Get more information about The Get In Touch Foundation at www.getintouchfoundation.org. Don’t forget to visit www.wavesofgratitude.com to get your 15% off coupon code and tell all your friends that they can help Waves of Gratitude give back by giving the gift of a beautiful and meaningful Branches of Hope necklace available exclusively from Waves of Gratitude.

Wednesday, December 16

Recognize Someone’s Extraordinary Life TODAY

At Waves of Gratitude, we couldn’t think of any better way to celebrate the spirit of the season, reflect on 2009 and start 2010 on a positive note than thinking about the people in our lives who express their gratitude with extraordinary personal style.

That’s why we created Expressions of Gratitude, an exclusive Waves of Gratitude award given to one lucky individual nominated for expressing their gratitude with extraordinary personal style.

Nominate someone TODAY to give them a chance at winning the exclusive Waves of Gratitude Expressions of Gratitude Award. Use this link (http://wavesofgratitude.com/nominate.php) to nominate someone by submitting their name and a brief description of how they expressed their gratitude with extraordinary personal style.

One deserving Expressions of Gratitude nominee will win the exclusive Waves of Gratitude Expressions of Gratitude Award on January 15, 2010. To remind the winner about the importance of expressing gratitude, they will receive a stylish solid sterling silver 1 1/4" Branches of Hope Pendant with a clear Swarovski crystal on an 18" Genuine Black Leather necklace (Retail Value: $104.90).



Don't forget to nominate someone who has expressed their gratitude with extraordinary personal style (either yourself, a friend, family member, or colleague) before January 14 at 11:59pm EST for the exclusive Waves of Gratitude Expressions of Gratitude Award.

Friday, December 4

Gift Recommendations from Waves of Gratitude

Looking for a perfect gift for that unique friend, colleague or family member? The Waves of Gratitude team makes your holiday shopping experience easy! With just a few clicks, you will have a printable GIFT CERTIFICATE that will help you take care of everyone on your list.
  • Who reminds you of HOPE? Give them the WAVES OF GRATITUDE BRANCHES OF HOPE pendant on a bracelet or necklace. Waves of Gratitude also created the HOPE Signature Top
  • For YOGA enthusiasts, try the WAVES OF GRATITUDE YOGA WAVE necklace or bracelet. The solid sterling silver piece combines the Health and Strength Waves to make a beautiful, fluid and sculpted form that aligns with the lifestyle.
  •  Try the WAVES OF GRATITUDE DANCING WAVE necklace or bracelet for those that love to DANCE, or DANCE to the beat of their OWN drum.
  •  Who has made a MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENT this year? Remind them to express gratitude for their accomplishments with our ACCOMPLISHMENT WAVE on a bracelet or necklace.
  • Give nurses, doctors, or all-around HEALTH enthusiasts the WAVES OF GRATITUDE HEALTH WAVE necklace or bracelet.
Recommend the items we recommend, pick your own gift from our website, but ultimately give THEM the choice with a Waves of Gratitude Gift Certificate.

Don't forget to visit www.wavesofgratitude.com to give the gift of gratitude this holiday season.

Tuesday, December 1

Visit the New Waves of Gratitude Website

We are proud to debut the new Waves of Gratitude website and new image at www.wavesofgratitude.com. We encourage all our readers to visit the NEW website to view our beautiful and meaningful Inspired Jewelry and Inspired Apparel.



Waves of Gratitude was founded by Cheryl Nordyke and Kim Wierman on the strong belief that everyone should have the opportunity to “wear” symbols of gratitude that have style and meaning. The mission of Waves of Gratitude is to offer products that inspire people to remember the importance of expressing gratitude.

"After finding myself unemployed for the first time at the age of 42, I went searching for a piece of jewelry to remind me to be grateful regardless of my situation," said Cheryl Nordyke, CEO.  "When I was unable to find anything that spoke to me, Kim and I decided to create our own products that inspire and express our gratitude."

To view the new website and new image of Waves of Gratitude, go to www.wavesofgratitude.com.

For press inquiries, email pr@wavesofgratitude.com.

Wednesday, November 18

Expressions of Gratitude – An Inspired Award from Waves of Gratitude

Do you know someone with Style That Inspires? If so, Expressions of Gratitude is an exclusive Waves of Gratitude award given to one lucky individual nominated for expressing their gratitude with extraordinary personal style.

Nominate someone TODAY to give them a chance at winning the exclusive Waves of Gratitude Expressions of Gratitude Award. Send an email to Expressions of Gratitude (pr@wavesofgratitude.com) with your nominee's name and a brief description of how they expressed their gratitude with extraordinary personal style.

One deserving Expressions of Gratitude nominee will win the exclusive Waves of Gratitude Expressions of Gratitude Award on January 15, 2010. To remind the winner about the importance of expressing gratitude, they will receive a stylish solid sterling silver 1 1/4" Branches of Hope Pendant with a clear Swarovski crystal on an 18" Genuine Black Leather necklace (Retail Value: $104.90).

Don't forget to nominate someone who has expressed their gratitude with extraordinary personal style (either yourself, a friend, family member, or colleague) before January 14 at 11:59pm EST for the exclusive Waves of Gratitude Expressions of Gratitude Award.





Fashionable Charm Bracelets – An Inspired Gift Idea

“Charm bracelets are back…they're not just for six-year-olds…Whether you go whimsical, tough or functional, there's a grown-up charm bracelet for you.”
        -From “Your Wrist Needs a Charm Bracelet Now” on Glamour.com
Waves of Gratitude Signature Wave on Refined Double Link Bracelet

In ancient times, charm bracelets were believed to bring the wearer good luck. While they continue to be a symbol of good fortune, charm bracelets like those in the Waves of Gratitude’s Inspired Jewelry collection have evolved into a true fashion statement that will inspire you to express your gratitude.

Adding a charm to your bracelet can be a way to reward yourself, honor milestones in your life, remind you of your goal or push you to go after your dreams. The gift of a charm bracelet is a special one because it comes from the heart.

At Waves of Gratitude, we believe in Inspired Giving. Treat yourself or someone you care about to a beautiful charm bracelet to let them know that your gift comes from the heart, an expression of how grateful you are to have them in your life. Buy a bracelet today at www.wavesofgratitude.com.

A Necklace to Show the World Who YOU Are

The pendants in the Waves of Gratitude Create-A-Wave Collection can be mixed and matched with two solid sterling silver necklace options or a genuine black leather cord to reflect your very own personal style. Fashion icon Marc Jacobs says, “I’m a real believer in wearing whatever you want, whenever you want. No one dictates fashion to the women I know.” (InStyle Magazine, September 2009). Sounds like you, right?

Unique Waves of Gratitude Necklaces are a way for you to show the world who you are and what you believe in. Use each pendant to tell part of your story – where you’ve been and, more importantly, where you are going.
The Waves of Gratitude Curly Wave Necklace


Choose from the Health Wave, Family Wave, Accomplishment Wave, Nature Wave, Serenity Wave or Strength Wave. All solid sterling silver, the six waves can be mixed and matched to create your own stylish necklace, a bold fashion statement unique to you.

Follow @WavesGratitude on Twitter and SAVE

Be one of the first 50 people to follow Waves of Gratitude on Twitter @WavesGratitude and get $25 off your next purchase of $100 or more through December 31, 2009.

@WavesGratitude followers get exclusive Twitter discounts on Inspired Jewelry and Inspired Apparel from Waves of Gratitude.

We'll also be tweeting about the latest and greatest gratitude, inspiration and style stories so be sure to follow Waves of Gratitude on Twitter @WavesGratitude.

It’s All About Giving Back

Waves of Gratitude has selected the Susan G. Komen for the Cure as the recipient of 10% net profit donation through December 31, 2009. Founding members participate in numerous charity and fundraising events throughout the year. In the future, Waves of Gratitude is committed to align with more causes to inspire more people to remember the importance of expressing gratitude by getting involved with causes that make a difference.

Inspired Giving: A Guy's Perspective

Mike T. wrote in from Chicago about finding the perfect gift for his girlfriend…

"My girlfriend thought I took her for granted. At first, I didn't even know what that meant. Then I thought about it. She cooks me delicious meals. She knows exactly what to say to me when I have a bad day. She even does my laundry sometimes! As you can imagine, after I gave it some thought, I wanted to get her something REALLY special. When I heard about how Waves of Gratitude jewelry reminds people about the importance of expressing gratitude, I KNEW it was perfect. I gave her the yoga wave bracelet, and  told her that it should remind her how grateful I am to have her in my life. Needless to say she loved it! And next time I can get her something else from your collection and she’ll love that too. Thanks!"


Tuesday, November 17

Create Your Own Stylish Bracelet

The Waves of Gratitude Create-A-Wave Collection can be mixed and matched with four solid sterling silver bracelet options to reflect your very own personal style. Fashion icon Marc Jacobs says, “I’m a real believer in wearing whatever you want, whenever you want. No one dictates fashion to the women I know.” (InStyle Magazine, September 2009). Sounds like you, right?

Unique Waves of Gratitude bracelets are a way for you to show the world who you are and what you believe in. Use each charm to tell part of your story – where you’ve been and, more importantly, where you are going.
Choose from the Health Wave, Gratitude Wave, Accomplishment Wave, Nature Wave, Serenity Wave or Strength Wave. All solid sterling silver, the six waves can be mixed and matched to create your own stylish bracelet, a fashion statement unique to you.

People are Talking about Waves of Gratitude

Debby R, a teacher, needed some gift-giving advice. She wrote in and said:

"We needed to find a very special gift for our Assistant Trainers at the end of our three Summer Montessori Teacher Trainings and we loved not only the beautiful pieces created by Jessica Fields for Waves of Gratitude, but also the mission and inspiration behind the company itself. Inspiring people to remember the importance of expressing gratitude is just amazing! Waves of Gratitude went above and beyond in making sure that our Inspired Jewelry was perfect and arrived on time for this significant occasion. What a fabulous, unique and meaningful gift... I'll definitely be back!"

Dress Up Your Holiday Wardrobe With Inspired Jewelry and Apparel

It’s time for holiday gatherings, which means it’s time to dress up. Whether it’s a festive family dinner, a company party, or a celebratory brunch with friends, Waves of Gratitude has three style tips to spruce up your holiday wardrobe.



(1) Branches of Hope Pendant: Pair the beautiful Branches of Hope Pendant with your favorite little black dress to add a sophisticated shimmer to a classic look.



    (2) Signature Wave Bracelet: Meeting your girlfriends for a holiday brunch? The Signature Wave Bracelet is the perfect thing to add an elegant, effortless twinkle to your casual look.


     
      (3) Black-on-Black Legacy Top: Going from the office to a holiday party will never be a fashion challenge again when you pair our black-on-black Legacy Top with your favorite black slacks and holiday heels. It’s a sleek, stylish alternative to a little black dress.

        Care of Your Sterling Silver Waves of Gratitude Jewelry




        Proper care will make your Inspired Jewelry from Waves of Gratitude last a lifetime and for generations to come. Whether your favorite piece is the Branches of Hope Pendant or the beautiful Signature Wave, maintain the bright luster of your solid sterling silver by Waves of Gratitude by following five easy steps.



        1.    Apply lotions or perfumes BEFORE putting on the sterling jewelry pieces (this is a good idea for any fine jewelry).


        2.    Buff and polish your jewelry to remove fingerprints and smudges with soft cotton or other non-abrasive cloth. 


        3.    Use a cleaner made specifically for sterling at least twice a year. Follow instructions carefully!



        4.    Store your sterling in the exclusive Waves of Gratitude Tarnish-Resistant Pouch. It contains many small particles of silver to inhibit tarnish. 


        5.    Use a dry cloth to dry your favorite sterling silver before storing it in the Waves of Gratitude Tarnish-Resistant Pouch or a lined jewelry box.