Bartender, Four Beevos Update: While watching the movie tonight I looked through the images that the photographer took during the Inaugural festivities. She gave us a whole CD to look through. Here are some of my favorites:

Tomorrow I am picking up part of my hostess gifts for my sisters who are hosting my bachelorette party this weekend. I can’t give away what it is here, but I will say that they were being monogrammed. My go-to local place for all of my embroidering needs is Engler Embroidery. They do a great job and are inexpensive. One of my favorite things they’ve done are the “Future Mrs.” jackets.

Engler Embroidery, 330 1st Street, West Des Moines

Here are some other great monogrammed gifts for when you want to make it more personal.

iomoi.com, Custom Canvas Bags, $98-$198

J.Crew, Vintage Pajama Set, $79.50

Williams-Sonoma, Monogrammed DuraClear Tumbler, Set of 6, $69.95

Pottery Barn, Lightweight Organic Robe, $79

tinytulip.com, Personalized Cutting Board, $48