Delta Zeta hand painted letters in an inspiration of the Lilly Pulitzer DZ print

Sarah McLean handpaints Sorority letters for a whimsical, girly presentation that offers a unique 'your sorority' accent in room decoration.  Sorority Sisters .net recommends Sara's Etsy Store as a place to find unique handmade sorority gifts like these  9" high hanging letters.

Sara says,

"Some girls prefer the Lilly Pulitzer inspired prints for their organization but a lot of recently requested I create their own print with their names, their littles names, chapter, initiation date & pledge class information - these have been much more personal & fun for me to work on, I love working on them!"

Alpha Chi Omega in a custom created print for a client!

Kappa Delta letters inspired by the Lilly Pulitzer KD print

Lilly Pulitzer inspired canvases - can include ANY Sorority print/letters/or quotes!!

Delta Gamma wooden anchor inspired by the DG Lilly Pulitzer Print

I introduce you to Sara McLean. Here is her story that tells how she starting making these great Sorority Letters,

"I am from Belmont, NC and am a Delta Zeta alum from Appalachian State University where I majored in Graphic Art & imaging Technology and Business and graduated in May, 2011. I am currently a full time law student and just finished up my first year.

I started painting in high school just for myself and for friends then when I went to college and rushed, I really started painting sorority stuff for dorm rooms and for recruitment. Originally it was just for friends and doing them favors in my college house but now it has turned into a full-time hobby to keep me happy during the long hours of law school. Most of my work is for college dorms, sorority girls, and weddings.

Although I do a lot of work outside of sorority projects, my most popular sorority items are hand-painted greek letters."

Sarah McLean

Feel free to send Sara a message on Etsy. She likes special orders:

Perfect gifts for graduation, initiation, or for big/little!

These take about 4-6 weeks for me to complete but can be rushed for additional fees.

I am available to do any Greek letters in any print you have in mind

Greek Letters are $18 each. This listing is for 2 Greek letters = $36. ($12 for any greek letter in addition to the first 2)

(I can do these letters in other prints, you are not limited to using this print, I can create something custom for you or we can use a different Lilly print inspiration, or even a print from anything you're interested in!)

Visit Sara's Say Hay Facebook page.

What are your favorite colors? My favorite colors are pink and green together. That's why I love sewing Delta's with Zeta's and little turtles on pillows, because the colors are so bright and motivating. Same goes for making Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority gifts. The pink and green together just makes it beautiful, no matter what you are making.

I made this little Delta Zeta pillow with some leftover fabric that I already had in my fabric basket. The pink and white striped canvas brightens up what ever I make out of it. The green fabric is a knit, soft like tee shirt material.

I used the Greek Letter patterns for Delta and Zeta, but taped the 2 patterns together, so that the two letters could be joined as one. I like that because it is symbolic of sisterhood to be connected or joined to each other as sisters.  I use stitch witchery as a binding agent to iron the letters onto the back fabric. Once the letters are stuck on the fabric, then using the zig zag stitch on my sewing machine, I stitched all the way around the Greek Letters (Delta Zeta).

Then I got out my acrylic paints and painted a simple turtle crawling up the Delta. The fun part is adding embellishment to the turtle shell. Every turtle comes out different,  and that is what makes handmade gifts so unique...they are one of a kind.

The front and the back of the pillow are sewn together except for a hole left to put in stuffing. After stuffing, the opening  is closed with hand sewing.

The point is to MAKE SOMETHING YOURSELF.  Put yourself into making a gift and the recipient is sure to appreciate your efforts. Sorority gifts are treasures when made special by hand.

Willard Sorority- custom sorority pillow

Sorority pillows are a welcome sorority gift. They can be expensive when you buy manufactured pillows available through Greek stores. This website offers alternative sorority gifts and particularly hand made ideas for sorority gifts.

You can be sure if you make your own sorority gifts, that your sister who receives a handmade sorority gift will appreciate the time, talent, and effort you have put in with your artistic labor of love. We have a lot of ideas for you at our page of sorority gift ideas.

The sorority pillow in the picture is just an example of a custom made sorority pillow that you can make yourself or, if you are short of time, you can order a custom made pillow for the Sorority Gifts Etsy Store and I will make one for you for only $12.99 + shipping.

More information about Willard Sorority.
Two additions of the Willard pillow shown below:

Willard Sorority Ducky Pillow

This Phi Mu little sister sorority gift only needs to be put into a 5 x 7 frame, wrapped up in festive paper, and given to your favorite little sister.

Here is an example of an easy, inexpensive sorority gift that you can make quickly.  Small mats like this one in standard sizes like 5 x 7 or 8 x 10 can be found in craft stores. Actually, a pink mat would be even better, but this time, I just used what I already had.

You need a lion drawing that you can print off on cardstock or you can 'free hand' a drawing of a lion. Add the Phi Mu letters and "I Love my Lil Sis!" with a Sharpee or other pen.

Color with colored pencils or use watercolor paints like I did here.

Cut and tape the painted design to the back side of your mat. Then pop it into a little frame - I pick up nice little frames at the dollar store.

This can be done for any other sorority. If you need a mascot drawing, go to Google Images and see what you can find. You can print off a sorority mascot picture and then trace it with a black pen so that you only have the line drawing without color. This is easy if you trace, holding your papers up to a window so the light shines through. This enables you to clearly see the lines of the design.

I wish sorority fabric designs like this one were not so hard to find. This beautiful fabric that is perfect for a dreamy Delta Gamma pillow is for sale today, but may not be here tomorrow. There is a link below if it is still available on eBay.

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Learn more about all the best sororities at Sorority Sisters where we are continuing to collect ideas for unique sorority gifts that express sisterhood friendship and affection.

This Week's Sorority Gift Favorite - RIBBON for your Big or Lil sister gifts.

The crowns on this white grosgrain ribbon looks like a Zeta Tau Alpha five pointed crowns.

Tying on a bow for any sorority gift makes it pretty and what better ribbon for a lil sis or a big sis (big sis ribbon was available, as well, last time I checked).

This ribbon is perfect for ZTA sisters, but would be a great addition to any sorority gift.  If you make a sorority gift basket or wrap a sorority gift that needs a special bow, this ribbon that says either "Little Sister" or "Big Sister" would make it so special!

We don't know how long this  little sister sorority ribbon will be available, so grab some while you can to make your own unique sorority gifts.

If it is still for sale on eBay, there should be a link below.

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7 8 WHITE GROSGRAIN RIBBON LITTLE SISTER SORORITY    US $2.15

7 8 WHITE GROSGRAIN RIBBON CROWNS BIG SISTER SORORITY    US $2.15

7 8 PINK GROSGRAIN RIBBON CROWNS BIG SISTER SORORITY    US $2.15

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and lots of great sorority gifts at Greek Gear for ZTA. See what special they have today (always noted in bar at the top of the page.)

I haven't done cross stitch in a while, but these beautiful patterns for Alpha Delta Pi just make me want to get out sewing basket again. Like the Delta Zeta cross stitch designs, I don't know how long this Alpha Delta Pi cross stitch will be available on ebay.

My favorite is the little bunch of violets (two blossoms and one bud) with Alpha Delta Pi embroidered over the flower design. It is nice the way the pattern set includes the sorority name in different sizes so that you can cross stitch the size that you need for whatever project you plan to make.

The lion is nice, too, but looks like it would take a while to finish.

There are a lot of choices for letters, so you can find what you like best.

If this pattern set  (or booklet)  is still available, you should see a link to the sale below. There is more information on the ebay listing if you click over to see the other pictures.

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Anyway, I think the designs are quite beautiful, and for a DZ sister that enjoys hand work and making sorority gifts, this would be a great help for making unique Delta Zeta Christmas gifts. Just having these patterns available would enable you to cross stitch a small gift for any sorority occasion.  I only wish it were always available.

If you know where sorority cross stitch patterns can be purchased elsewhere, please leave a comment to help other sorority sisters who are looking for creative ideas like this.

If the Delta Zeta Cross Stitch pattern book is still available, it will be linked below:

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Social Greek Sorority Delta Zeta Cross Stitch Patterns    US $7.96

To save time, it is nice to have some sorority scrapbook stickers available. It is often hard to find sorority stickers and other sorority scrapbook embellishments, so when I come across them, I try post them here at Sorority Sisters.

Unfortunately, the scrapbook items noted here may be sold and no longer available eventually, but as of today, this Sigma Delta Tau sticker set is available and there are more than one set for sale.

If the Sorority Scrapbook Stickers Sigma Delta Tau are still available on eBay, there will be a link below this post.

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KCompany Sorority Scrapbook Stickers Sigma Delta Tau    US $4.99

Need a Special Sorority Gift?

All the little sister sorority gifts that you give are what expresses the sisterhood of your sorority. Sometimes, a handmade sorority gift expresses your affection better than a Greek gift that you buy like from Greek Gear.

If you like to paint with acrylic paints, there are so many gifts that you can make that take only a little bit of your time. I love to just browse in crafts stores or online and I always see so many ideas that can be adapted to make a great sorority gift.

This foam coozie is an example of a craft item that is almost always available in craft stores. Just look for your sorority colors. Images for an owl or whatever your mascot might be, can be obtained through Google images or Etsy.com by searching for "owl" or whatever your sorority mascot.  You can copy to image and print it...then adapt it for your project.  When I paint on a foam coosie like this one, I use transfer graphite paper to trace the design onto the coosie. This works to transfer a design onto most any surface that you want to paint on.

After the basic pattern is on the coosie, you just paint between the lines. I use a black sharpie to add details like the owl's feet and feathers.

Want some more ideas? See our Sorority Crafts page.

Make your own Sorority Stickers  from foam stars or hearts. Simply hand paint your Greek Letters.

Sorority  Cards--  Simple greeting cards for your sorority sisters

Sorority Greeting Cards Instructions-  Another greeting card idea

Sorority Candy Tin--  Alpha Delta Pi-Use any container-make a cute sorority gift container

Sorority Mascot Personalized-- Make a plush animal into your sorority mascot with this esimple to make ribbon necklace.

Sorority Notebooks- With  painting, you can  make a special sorority notebook or  album

Sorority Tote from Tee Shirt- Easy directions for making a  tote from a t- shirt

Sorority picture frame --How to make a sorority picture frame (this one is for DZ)

Here is an easy way to make a stuffed poodle  into a very special symbol of your sorority, in this case, Sigma Gamma Rho.

Make a necklace with a ribbon and a foam shape. All you need is:

Materials & supplies:

l. about a half yard of narrow ribbon (depending on the size you your plush animal)

2. a foam shape ( packs of  shapes are available inexpensively at craft stores )

3. paint brush  and acrylic paints(you might substitute sharpie markers)

4. a hole puncher

5. approximately a yard of wider ribbon for bow

Simple Directions:

1. Paint your Greek letters on the foam shape

2. Punch a hole with  hole puncher

3. Thread the ribbon through the hole that you punched

4. Tie ribbon necklace around the mascot neck

5. Add a pretty  ribbon bow in the color of your choice

-that's it!............ So simple....

You might find other foam shapes that will work well, too. A heart would be beautiful. A circle would be great. too.

You can visit Greek Gear for some great new Sigma Gamma Rho gift ideas.

For more information and ideas visit our Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Page on SororitySisters.net.

-filling you in on Sorority Sister Information---You can help by adding ideas in the comments for Sigma Gamma Rho.

I just noticed that Greek Gear is having a sale on gift sets like this one for Zeta Tau Alpha. This set is selling for $9.95, plus the daily deal is 20% off of your purchase. The sorority gift sets vary for each sorority. The descriptions don't list the items, only that what is seen in the picture will be included. These sell out fast so I hope you will find some still available.

Sigma Sigma Sigma.   This 6 piece Sigma set is also selling for $9.95, plus the daily deal is 20% off of your purchase.  Get some purple or white tissue paper to put inside the can that is included; then fill the can with the other little sorority gifts. Wrap up the boxed notepad separately to give at a different time. --that's just what I would do.

This Alpha Chi Omega set is marked down to $5.95

The mouse pad is a great item and there is also a toothbrush - no doubt with Alpha Chi Omega symbols, too. I am thinking the other item is either a mirror in a sleeve or a notepad. Does anyone know?

For those of you who are looking for great little sister gifts that are affordable, this sale will help you out.

Remember, Greek Gear has a daily deal, too. Today's is 20% off.

Some of the other sorority sets that are available as I write this post are:
Alpha Delta Pi Discount Kit       $8.95

Alpha Epsilon Phi Discount Kit       $9.95

Alpha Gamma Delta Discount Kit       $5.95

Alpha Omicron Pi Discount Kit       $9.95

Alpha Phi Discount Kit       $7.95

Alpha Sigma Alpha Discount Kit       $9.95

Alpha Sigma Tau Discount Kit       $5.95

Chi Omega Discount Kit       $9.95

Delta Gamma Discount Kit       $5.95

Delta Phi Epsilon Discount Kit       $5.95

Delta Zeta Discount Kit       $5.95

Gamma Phi Beta Discount Kit       $9.95

Kappa Alpha Theta Discount Kit       $9.95

Kappa Delta Discount Kit       $5.95

Kappa Kappa Gamma Discount Kit       $9.95

Phi Mu Discount Kit       $9.95

Phi Sigma Sigma Discount Kit       $5.95

Pi Beta Phi Discount Kit       $9.95

Sigma Delta Tau Discount Kit       $5.95

Sigma Kappa Discount Kit       $5.95

Theta Phi Alpha Discount Kit       $9.95

Zeta Tau Alpha Discount Kit       $9.95

First, I bought a foam coosie for 50 cents or a dollar (I can't remember which). First I drew the turtle design on paper. From that point, I have several choices: (1) Draw the turtle free hand on the coosie, (2)cut out the turtle from the paper and trace around it with a pencil, or (3)use a sheet of graphite paper behind the paper pattern to transfer the design to the coosie - this is easy and gives you the most detail, but you need to have graphite paper. I usually use the graphite paper way.

After I have my turtle design, I add color with paint. Using my acrylic paints - olive green, white, and black, I painted my little turtle. The easiest way to add the BLACK detail is with a Sharpie pen. That is what I used for the turtle outline, turtle eyeballs, and the "Delta Zeta" at the top of the coosie.

The acrylic paints dry so fast that I was finished in no time. Actually, I painted the foam star stickers at the same time, while I had my paints out and brushes already in the paint. The foam stars (foam comes in so many shapes and colors) have a peel off backing that can be removed when you are ready to sticky the star onto something.  The tiny turtles were painted "free hand" and have very little detail since they are so small. Again, I used my fine Sharpie to write "Delta Zeta" in an arc over the turtle. Now that is done, too.

My last handmade sorority gift is actually a hand painted wooden box. You have seen these in the craft stores. They are round and come in graduated sizes. Sometimes they are sold in sets of 3 different sizes that nest inside of each other. I was able to buy a single box. I painted the top with olive green acrylic paint. After that was completely dry, I used the pattern method mentioned above for the coosie to get my turtle design on the box.  Instead of PAINTING the turtle's shell, I cut the pattern out of pink and white striped fabric. I glued the fabric onto the box with Tacky glue, being careful to put it on just the write place.

They had been offered on eBay for a while and then I could not find them again. After searching over a period of time, I finally connected to the lady that makes these pillows by order and discovered that she has an eBay shop, is a top rated seller, and is willing to make custom ordered Greek pillows like these if you would like to order one.

Her name is Cindy and this is her story:

My daughter, Stefanie is a Phi Mu  and graduated from the University of Oklahoma at Norman in 2005.  When she went in 2000, we started doing the pillows as gifts to her sorority sisters, for Big/Little, Graduation, etc.  Everyone loved them and soon we were making them for friends of hers and for her sisters that were in other sororities too.

We have an Ebay store that we started about 4 1/2 years ago.  We introduced various sorority themed gift items and they were a hit including the pillows and beaded bracelets, necklaces, ornaments, tote bags to name just a few things.

We can do most any Greek Letter or Initial Pillow set. We maintain a large amount of different colors and patterns of fabrics with ribbons, buttons & Bling! embellishments for the pillows.

We also do beaded bracelets & necklaces with sorority letters or sorority mascot charms.  We do sorority marker boards.  Close to Christmas, we do sorority themed ornaments.

We do sorority name tote bags.  We do Sorority themed free standing Spirit Signs or magnetic ones.  We do custom order Zebra Print Frames.  The frames are clear acrylic and we do a Zebra Print matted border insert for the frames.  We can make the Zebra Animal Print border with any sorority name, words like Big Sis, Little Sis, Sisters Forever, etc. or a person's name.  These are cute items that are always appreciated as gifts.                Smiles, Cindi

Stefi's Corner Stones & Gifts Shoppe -

The shop does not always have the pillows listed, but you can contact Cindi through the eBay messages and ask for one to be made for your Greek letters.

Ideas for sorority pillows are as unlimited as creativity is unlimited.  If you would like to see more of Greek pillows, click over to our Sorority Pillows page.

This is so easy and takes next to no time.

Plush lions are not so hard to find. I have come acoss all kinds in stores.  This Beanie Baby is one of my favorites.  Buying a lion and personalizing it with a necklace gives it that hands-on personal touch that makes it one-of-a kind.  When you make it yourself, yours is unique. I love that!

Are you a regular at crafts stores or art departments. Go down the children's craft aisle and you will find all sizes and shapes of foam. If you don't like to paint, you can write the letters with a paint pen.  I did need a hole puncher to make a hole for the ribbon to slide through. Last thing, was to tie the ribbon around the lion's neck. I love the way he turned out.

You can read my detailed directions if you click: Sorority Mascot Crafts -Necklace Directions.

The Chatter Tree in Statesboro, GA

I am going to share with  you a little history of the beginnings of the sorority gift ideas that are offered on this website. We have to  reminisce a little  into the past.

If you remember when Georgia Southern University was just Georgia Southern College, then you might remember The Chatter Tree, the gift and craft shop  that was housed in an enormous old Victorian house  in downtown Statesboro in the 1980's and a while after that.

Sorority gifts made in the early 1980's

It was there that I met the sorority girls from Georgia Southern, which at that time only included KD, DZ, AD Pi, ZTA, Phi Mu, and Chi O. Later AKA and Sigma Delta Theta came along.

The Chatter Tree had a small hallway at the very back of the store that was the sorority room. This was where I displayed all the handmade sorority gifts that I had painted and sewed. The brown jugs which are shown (partially completed) in the picture never lasted long. They were made from large recycled bottles from the local drug store and were finished with a great big colorful bow tied around the neck of the bottle. They sold for $5.95.  The handpainted plaques like the ones shown sold for $1 - $4 depending on size and intricacy of the design.

Everyday, girls stopped by to talk to me about what they wanted personalized. I took many orders every week to make one-of-a-kind sorority gift items or awards according to what the girls desired.

I painted so many turtles, frogs, butterflies, owls, lions, and lady bugs that I had the designs all in my head and didn't rely on patterns anymore for most of them. I only took a few pictures of some of the sorority gifts that I made.

One of the favorites of the sorority gifts was study boards. I painted so many study boards.  They were made of smoothly sanded plywood cut in a retangular shape with a half circle cut out on the bottom edge.

The boards were almost always special orders to be painted a particular color-  with the mascot on one corner and a little sister's name on the other corner. It would be so neat to hear from somebody who used to have one of these handpainted study boards.  There might still be some that have survived. (I have one that I painted for my husband from that time period, but it is stained instead of painted and has a mallard duck on it instead of an owl or a turtle.)

1980's Handmade Sorority Gifts

Well, now I paint crowns for ZTA, lions for Phi Mu,  and bears for KD, but 30 years ago it was butterflies, ladybugs, and frogs.  I wonder if those sororities at Georgia Southern have continued with  butterflies, ladybugs, and frogs.

Do any of you have handmade sorority gifts that are vintage like these? We'd love to see them.

Check out this Etsy shop for details: GreektoMe

So you would like to save money and make your own Greek Easter eggs?  I didn't make these, but I think you can make some similar Easter eggs with good results.  These are approximate directions for this sorority gift:

1. Buy some plastic easter eggs. The come in various sizes. The standard size would work well or the large eggs.

2. Practice your Greek Letter design on paper first. Draw until you are happy with the drawing.

3. Using your drawing to look at, use paint pens to paint a similar design on your egg.

The letters in the picture example have a white background painted first and then the letters painted on top of the white and then outlined with black (I would use a Sharpie marker for the outline)

4. Optional: spray the eggs with Krylon Crystal Clear (a spray varnish) or any other spray varnish brand.

Need some inexpensive sorority big sister gifts or little sister surprises?
For more ideas for sorority gifts that you can make yourself, click this sorority crafts link.

If you want to order a pillow for your sorority like these, you should purchase the "Custom Sorority Hang up Pillows - Made by Order" for $12.99. I have to relist it each time a pillow is ordered so if you don't see the item, "Custom Sorority Hang up Pillows - Made by Order", check back a little later or send me an Etsy Convo message about wanting to order a pillow and I will get back to you.

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If you like to make your own sorority gifts, you can look at our Gamma Phi Beta pillow post idea.  There I explain there the basics of making pillows like this on.  We also have more sorority gifts ideas  on our Sorority Crafts page.

Remember, I need a few days to get a pillow made. They are completely handmade. No factory involved here. They also can be personalized with a name somewhere if you like.

I get busy with orders this time of year, so if you need one, please get your order in soon so you won't be disappointed.

Place your order by purchasing "Custom Sorority Hang up Pillows - Made by Order" at Etsy Sorority Gifts.

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I still enjoy making the pillows, even creating new designs for sororities.  My next  order is for a Kappa Delta Chi with the Penguin mascot. I'll be making that pillow for her next week. Do you need a sorority pillow?

Sorority Sisters has a page about various types of  sorority pillows that are available.  For more information about  Greek pillows, click over to  Sorority Pillows.

Use promo code 'FOOL' for an additional $4.00 savings

Sorority Wine Glass Charms

I asked Tricia how she got started making and selling sorority gifts and I am so pleased that she agreed to share her story with us.

FROM TRICIA:

I was in Zeta Tau Alpha in college and my sister and I were always trying to come up with creative ways to give gifts to our sisters without spending a fortune. We made and sold ZTA T-shirts, pins, and hair accessories during college.  During our year after graduation we spent some time traveling along the East Coast and partly paid our way by taking our hand-made shirts to various chapters and selling them after chapter meetings.   We had a fun time being creative and impressing our ZTA sisters.

A couple of years ago (after a 12-year Air Force career and 2 years of teaching), I found myself at home starting a family.  I still love being creative and one day decided I wanted to make wine glass charms.  They’re so fun, but they always seemed kind of expensive and I wanted them personalized to my friends’ interests.  As I got going I found so many cute charms and had soon found these ZTA symbols:  the crown,  strawberry,  Cuddlebunny,  and Hope ribbon."

"I researched many of the other sororities’ symbols and soon I had a little eBay business going on.  A friend who is a Kappa Kappa Gamma was amazed when she saw wine glass charms at my house with the owl, key, and fleur-de-lis.

Wine glass charms were my start and that’s why my store is called “Tipsy Tags”.  But, I didn’t want to limit myself to wine charms so I expanded into other jewelry:  necklaces, earrings, bracelets, cell phone charms, keychains, and bookmarks.  It has been fun providing unique inexpensive gifts to so many people.

I love the uniqueness of my items and I love getting positive feedback from my buyers!  I know how nice it is to be able to give a thoughtful little gift, and especially in this economy it’s great to be able to find one that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.  I also love providing the service of customizing my gifts.  I have a lot of buyers who ask for special colors or a change in charms and I always try to give them exactly what they want.

Chi Omega Bracelet

(see link below article)

It’s funny that you mention the pandas. (I told her that I especially liked the Panda charms and earrings, etc.) I think they’re my best-sellers now (necklaces, bracelets, earrings, keychains, and more!)  I’m personally fond of them because my little daughter is adopted from China

I sell all sorts of different charm jewelry in my store, but sorority members are my most frequent (and happy) customers.  I think they love seeing their mascots and symbols and being able to give a special gift to a special friend!

I wish we’d had a site like yours (well, okay, there was no internet! J) when I was in college.  There are so many fun creative ideas out there!"  Tricia

You can visit a Tricia's Tipsy-Tags Store and see all the cute sorority things she has for you!

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I looked around for some reasonable prices on sorority pine paddles and this is what I found today:

Look at Cutie Pi's Greek Ideas Site to get inspiration for painting your own paddle.  Personally,  I love the  Cutie Pi  paddles, but there are so many other options for painting sorority paddles, don't let your mind be limited to just one type of design. Look at Google Images for some great ideas for using your mascot, symbol, and or flower.

Here is an example of  Google image for Chi Omega Owls

Acrylic paint can be fun to use. Just be sure that you have quality brushes or your best efforts will be less than desirable. I have learned that from experience.

1. First paint the paddle with the chosen background color. I would put on at least two coats of paint. You want it to cover completely. (for a better result, paint on sealer before painting on the color paint- Sealer is available in paint department or hardware store. Sealer may also be at craft stores, but it may be more expensive. You can probably find it at Walmart, too)

2. Decide what you want and draw it on paper first. Keep the drawing simple, put pretty. You don't need every detail on the drawing, but all the basic lines should be there.

3. You can transfer your pattern to your paddle with graphite paper which should be available at all craft stores that carry acrylic paint.

4. Once your pattern in on the paddle, paint your design. You may want to outline some of it with black paint or even a Sharpee marker. It depends on the look you are aiming for.

5. When all the painting is like you want it, spray on a varnish. I use Crystal Clear by Krylon.

6. Optional: Tie a matching ribbon around the neck of the paddle into a pretty bow. I think the ribbon makes the paddle really stand out. When I made paddles for orders, I always tied a bow on and everyone loved the outcome.

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Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 20 Classic Unfinished Pine    US $9.00

Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 20 Rounded Unfinished Pine    US $8.00

Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 20 Traditional Unfinished Pine    US $5.00

Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 29 Rounded Unfinished Pine    US $10.00

This particular Delta Zeta scrapbook has incorporated a lot of leaves and flowers into the design which makes it have a natural look. I also really like the polka dotted pink ribbon that edges the scrapbook cover and makes a closure with a bow.

The fun part of making a sorority scrapbook is choosing your paper and ribbon. Any craft store like Michaels, JoAnns, or Hobby Lobby have an abundance of scrapbooking paper and card stock to choose from. Pinks and greens are luscious together so it is easy to make a design with your colors that does not clash, but looks lovely.

The scrapbook letter kits are not always available on eBay. Last I checked, I only saw a kit for Gamma Phi Beta with a picture of a Phi Mu set. The seller on eBay's name is Merry. I asked her what sorority kits she has available. This is her answer:

Julie- thanks so much for your note. These are the sororities that I have current kits for- AGD, AOPi, AST, AZD, ChiO,DDD,DG,DST,DZ,GphiB,KAT,KKG,KD ADPi,PhiMu,PhiSS,PiPhi,SSS,ZTA. I can also send you some directions for a number of things that can be made.

Another option for locating your sorority kit is through my friend Karen Hansen . Karen used to sell the kits on ebay in recent years. She has  alot of stock left that she  no longer has room for. Scrap Sacks used to sell for $9.99 on ebay but she is selling what she has left for $5.99 per sack plus $1 shipping.  Email her if you are interested at sororityspiritcolors (at) gmail (dot) com

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The Sorority Gifts Etsy shop offers custom made sorority pillows like this and I haven't turned down a request yet. I do get quite busy sometimes, so always check with me before you order if you have an important deadline.

Do you like to make your own sorority gifts? If so, take a look at our Gamma Phi Beta pillow article.  I explain there the basics of making pillows like this on. We also have ideas for some sorority gifts on our Sorority Crafts page.

If you would like to order one of my pillows, get your order in soon to avoid being disappointed.  If I get too many orders, I have to catch up on my sewing and painting before I can relist the custom pillow for order.

I really enjoy making the sorority pillows. At this point, I'm still taking orders. I have not yet gotten so busy that I've had to shut down.

I have made pillows with handpainted sorority mascots for Delta Zeta, Kappa Delta (the frog and the teddy bear-depending on request), Chi Omega owl, Phi Mu lion or ladybug, Alpha Delta Pi lion, Alpha Omicron Pi Panda, ZTA crown, Delta Sigma Theta elephant, AKA frog, KK Gamma owl,  Alpha Gamma Delta squirrel,  and many more.

Sorority Sisters has a special page devoted to  sorority pillows  For more information about  sorority pillows, click over to  Sorority Pillows.

I believe these are the same sorority sunglasses that were not available for a while. The price of $9.95 is unbeatable and the eBay description includes a GREEK LICENSED symbol which is nice to know. Before buying, always check the feedback of the seller. I usually take time to read some of the feedback, too, rather than just looking at the score or percentage.

The Greek Sunglasses seller on eBay  has this to say about this sorority product:

These sunglasses are Black, and feature BIG BOLD Greek Letters on BOTH SIDES of the sunglass frame. The letters are permanent and WILL NOT WEAR OFF.

These sunglasses are high quality, and extremely fashionable. They provide UV400 protection from the sun's harmful rays. These are not cheap and flimsy sunglasses that will break easily, we only sell high quality sunglasses. We stand behind our product.

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See our post on Sorority Sunglasses Straps or CROAKIES

Go to the other Sorority Sisters POST on Sorority Sunglasses.

I have made sorority tote bags with out sewing them. The trick is to buy a pre-made off white canvas tote bag from Hobby Lobby or another craft store that offers them. I have even found the canvas bags on sale for half price several times, which saves a lot.

I included a picture of a Delta Zeta tote that I painted to show you and example of what you can do.

You know, I always start with a simple drawing on paper for my pattern, in this case a turtle.  When painting on fabric, very often, you can just put the pattern behind the fabric (after going over the lines with a black marker to emphasize them) and you can see the line through the fabric. Unfortunately, canvas is too thick to do this. So to get my turtle pattern onto the bag, I trace my pattern onto a piece of cardboard or card stock and cut it out. This makes a template of the outer lines of the turtle. With a pencil, I lightly trace around the turtle template onto the canvas. That gives me the basic line and then I can free hand the inner lines of the pattern. Getting the pattern penciled onto the canvas is probably the hard part.

Once you have your pattern drawn on the canvas, then you get out your pink and green paint, or go to the store and buy some if you don't have any. I keep a supply of most colors of acrylic paint and I also keep so good quality paint brushes on hand always for projects like this.

I had some nice pink rick rack so I sewed that along the top edge of the bag. There is fabric glue available if you don't sew. Last, I tied a puffy pink bow around the handle of the tote for a nice touch.

(the cardboard DZ patterns shown above are not the right pattern, but I am showing you what I mean by a cardboard template to trace around.)

Sorority Totes are available almost any store that sells sorority merchandise and gifts. I found this Delta Gamma tote bag on eBay selling for $18.99. It is an attractive bag and that is probably a fair price, but a sorority tote is another item that we, here at Sorority Sisters website, think you may want to consider making for yourself or as a gift. After all tote bags are pretty easy to sew.

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DELTA GAMMA sorority Small blue canvas Tote Bag NEW    US $4.99

GAMMA PHI BETA Sorority Tote Bag w Heart    US $4.99

Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority Greek Weekender Tote    US $34.99

TAU BETA SIGMA Sorority Grommet Tote Bag    US $9.99

Those sisters who have returned to this site many times know that I love handpainted sorority gifts.  I especially notice bright artistic Greek Letters that are one-of-a-kind creations. I spotted this Kappa Delta set on eBay this week. I love to post ideas to inspire others to make handmade sorority gifts and so that is what this is for. Letters do not have to be cut out for this look. You can paint them on a board, a piece of canvas, a plaque, on artpaper to frame. You can paint them on anything that you want to personalize in this way. The point is: Paint your letters and make gifts extra special. You can't go wrong with your sorority colors like the bright green for this Kappa Delta set. You can outline the letters with a thin paintbrush with black or use a permanent marker like a Sharpee to make it easier. What makes these painted letters look great are the white polka dots with 5 little 'toes" on each one. From experience, I know that you will need to paint two layers of white for it to cover the green well enough (or whatever bright color paint you use. I would make the black dots with the end of mypaint brush dipped in black paint.

So there is an idea for awesome sorority letters. This is a quick and easy project that with personalize any item for your sorority to make a great big or little sister gift.

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Kappa Delta Sterling Silver Greek Letter Dagger Charm    US $28.00

Kappa Delta KD Bumper Sticker KD Greek Letters Window Decal Set    US $4.99

Kappa Delta Sterling Silver Letter Charm Lavalier    US $17.99

3 Greek Alphabet Letters Decal Sticker Vinyl Omieron Upsilon Pi Omega Delta Xi    US $1.75

I am so happy to find out that the sorority scrap packs are available again at least for some of the sororities. I have featured these wonderful sorority crafting sets more than once in articles, but they are not consistently available. It is so disappointing to get inspired by handmade gift ideas using these materials and then find that they are not available any more.  You can make numerous gifts from this kit!

So today, I just want to let the readers of SororitySisters.net know that at least today, the sorority scrap sets are for sale. I don't know how long they will be selling so if you want to get your set, now would be a good time.

There are so many sorority gifts and items that you can make from these sets. The Greek letters are especially good for sorority scrapbook pages or large sorority greeting cards.

The Gamma Phi Beta decorated box in the picture shows a special gift that can be made from the sorority scraps.

What can you come up with? Send your pictures of your handmade sorority gifts to sororitygiftideas (AT) gmail (DOT) com. or upload them to Sorority Sisters facebook page. Please excuse the email address format. It is to prevent spam. Thanks.

This is a high quality acid free cardstock die cuts for scrapbooking and creating gifts for your sorority. A great gift for a collegiate, alumna or big or little sis gift!  Great for your dorm room or sorority house for recruitment! New members what a great way to start your sorority memory book!
The kit makes a great gift!
An example of what the Kit includes (this example is for Kappa Delta):
3 Large Scalloped Tags
3 Large Tags
2 T-shirt tags
2 Square frame
2 Small frames
2 Large bears
2 medium bears ( not shown in picture)
2 white roses
3 Sets of 2 " Greek Letters-  Kappa and Delta
2 Sets of 3 " Greek Letters-  Kappa and Delta
1 set of small tags

Special : Add 1 additional 3" and 2" letter sets, 4 medium bears and 1 additional rose

The seller states that the kits are available for other Greek groups. You can send a message through eBay to find out if she has yours in stock of if she can make a set for you in the sorority of your choice.

Merryosci says,

"I've included an idea sheet for scrapbooking and crafting using some of the items in the kit. Have fun and happy crafting! Please feel free to email me with any questions you may have.  The Sorority idea sheet which is included will get you started on uses with your kit. If you have any questions don't hesitate to email me! I have lots of sorority ideas!! Also available for other greek organizations.

One of the projects is a cute box with the  Greek letters on top of a box with ribbon around it. And all it took was one set of letters and one tag! And there is lots more in the kit!"

The following information was added on March 23, 2011:

The scrapbook letter kits are not always available on eBay. Last I checked, I only saw a kit for Gamma Phi Beta with a picture of a Phi Mu set. The seller on eBay's name is Merry. I asked her what sorority kits she has available. This is her answer:

Julie- thanks so much for your note. These are the sororities that I have current kits for- AGD, AOPi, AST, AZD, ChiO,DDD,DG,DST,DZ,GphiB,KAT,KKG,KD ADPi,PhiMu,PhiSS,PiPhi,SSS,ZTA. I can also send you some directions for a number of things that can be made.

One other option for locating your sorority kit is through my friend Karen Hansen . Karen used to sell the kits on ebay in recent years. She has  alot of stock left that she  no longer has room for. Scrap Sacks used to sell for $9.99 on ebay but she is selling what she has left for $5.99 per sack plus $1 shipping.  Email her if you are interested at sororityspiritcolors (at) gmail (dot) com

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The "K" and the "D" appear to be painted in a light green with white polka dots and outlined with a deep forest green color. The letters are embellished with Kappa Delta symbols of  a white rose, a precious little brown teddy bear and a cutesy paper and button flower.  I like the way she added a handpainted "sisters" at the bottom of the "D" so it looks like the set says "KD Sisters"

I doubt you can find the Greek letters to decorate. Probably only the Greek letters that are also regular (Latin) letters will work like Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) or Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA) and many others that would work with regular letters.

The hard way would be to make your own paper mache letters cut from styrofoam with a bread knife.  It is easier than it sounds, but it may be hard to have it turn out as neatly as you would like. Also, styrofoam doesn't lend itself well for being painted. Styrofoarm letters would look best covered with scrapbooking paper on the front side that faces out.

A better Greek letter set could be made from wood. If you have saws, cut letters from a  light-weight board.  Any Greek letter could be cut from wood. Draw off patterns before you start.

The seller on eBay posted this message, "These letters are perfect to give your little sister or put in your dorm room! They are hand crafted (by a KD!). Message me if you would like to request larger quantities. Get 10% off with orders of 10 or more."

If you are interested in seeing more KD stuff, CLICK: Kappa Delta gifts on eBay

Stamp Your Support is the only supplier of these creative rubber stamp kits for sororities. Each kit come with 3  rubber stamps  that represent the greek letters for that sorority, the full sorority name, and a sorority symbol  stamp.  The kit comes with igment ink pads in the official colors of the sorority.

I love to make my own stationery since it is an easy craft. Making sorority stationery is easy with a sorority stamp set like this.

(If you read this post later- it is possible the sale is discontinued, but it is also possible that more sorority stamps sets will be available. Just check it out).

Gamma Phi Beta sorority gifts

are delightful in pinks and embellished with crescent moon designs. I had the pleasure of creating a Gamma Phi Beta hang up pillow design recently for a custom order.

Making a Custom Sorority Pillow

So she wants a Gamma Phi Beta pillow with carnation and moon in pink, gold,white. Here I go to my sewing closet, rummaging through my fabrics that are divided by color. The pink and white stripe is one of my favorites for the back of the sorority pillows that have PINK as their sorority color. I must choose between the stripe and a pink and white curly design.  This time, the curly design wins

Drawing My Design for a Gamma Phi Beta Pillow Front

I started with my pencil and paper to draw a design that included the crescent moon and a pink carnation.

When I was happy with my rough drawing, I outlined it with a marker. This is an important step for fabric painting designs, because the design in black lines is very easy to see through the white fabric that I use for the pillow front. Lightly, with a pencil, I sketch the basic lines of the design. Now I am ready to paint. I fill up a tin can with water, grab my mug filled with paint brushes, and set my tray of acrylic paints down on my work table. I place the pillow rectangle on top of a piece of cardboard so that any paint that seeps through will be absorbed into the cardboard rather than ruining my table. I must be careful to have my paint at just the right thickness so it will spread on the fabric, but not run watery outside of the lines. After, all is painted, I wait.  Acrylic paint dries quickly so waiting is short. I plug in my iron and after it is preheated, I place a clean sheet of white paper over the painted design and iron on top of the paper for about 15 seconds. The heat from the iron 'sets' the paint so that it will not wash out. Most people will probably never wash these pillows since there is not likely a need for cleaning them, but the ironing is part of the fabric painting process and I always do it anyway.

There, the painting set is complete, but not the sewing. That is for another post...

Sorority pillows are probably one of the most popular sorority gifts that can be made by hand. We all would love to hear some of your great sorority pillow ideas. Please add comments about how you have made a sorority pillow OR about how you would like to make one.   Also, you can email me with your pictures of you handmade sorority pillows at sororitygiftideas  AT  gmail.com. THANKS

For more ideas for Greek  sorority pillows, click over to our Sorority Pillows page.

Here is a little inspiration for a Sorority sister Valentine. Here you see a sorority Christmas ornament, but the quote and the drawing can be adapted to make a quick Valentine for a little sister or big sister.

Just take a 5 x 7 blank card - these can be bought in packs of a dozen or so OR just make a card from scratch with scrapbooking paper.

Draw two hearts in the center. The hearts look nice either the same size or your can make a big heart for big sister and a little heart for little sister.  I like to use colored pencils to color the hearts pink or red after personalizing each heart with a name.

Then draw strings to attach heart to heart using the picture above as a guide.

Last, Write:

SISTERS

Are tied together with Heartstrings.

Just write with a marker like a fine Sharpie in neat print.

Match your card with an envelope.

Address and mail.

Or

give to your little/big sister with a candy gift.

This Alpha Gamma Delta pillowcase is available today on eBay. I really like this style of Greek letters; they have a whimsical look and are less bold than the Greek letters used to monogram tee shirts and hoodies. The artistic design is very well suited for a pillow or a pillowcase like this one. If you like to make your own sorority gifts, you could use fabric dye or fabric paint pens to get a similar look. Letters such as these are actually easier to draw and paint than the standardized Greek letters that are so precise. Try it!

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Pillow Case zeta gamma delta chi alpha sigma tau phi mu    US $19.99

Pillow Case xi alpha sigma tau phi mu zeta gamma delta    US $14.99

Alpha Gamma Delta Memory Board Pillowcase Set    US $14.99

Alpha Gamma Delta Satin Pillowcase    US $5.49

Alpha Gamma Delta Cute Pillow Case NEW For Fall 10    US $19.99

Sorority pillow ideas  are  unlimited.  Etsy is a great site to look to get ideas if you are going to make a Greek pillow.  If you would like to see more of Greek pillows on Sorority Sisters, click here: Sorority Pillows

This is an item I haven't seen before that is so cute! Choose your color and your Greek letters and your own initials for a custom sorority item.

The price right now is $13.99 and only $1.64 for shipping.

If you want your order in a timely manner, MAKE SURE YOU INCLUDE YOUR ITEM DETAILS. Do not forget:
1. Item Color
2. Placement of Embroidery
3. Font
4. Thread Color
5. Initials/ Group name
6. Indicate which initial is the last name and if it is for a man or woman

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Another item that this seller offers is Monogrammed Scarves. Since she does the Greek letters on the sunglasses straps, I believe you could order a scarf with Greek letters.

Be sure that you send her a message to ask about Greek letters before you buy a scarf. Her seller ID is marleylilly.

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More information about these custom scarves from the seller (marleylilly):

"CASHMERE FEEL SCARVES:
The PURPLE picture above is the cashmere feel scarf section. The purple one is done in the master circle font. These are softer and more warm. You can pick any of the solid color or the houndstooth, there is no extra charge on these type of scarves. THIS TYPE DOES MONOGRAM BETTER BUT IS HALF THE WIDTH OF THE PASHMINAS.

PASHMINAS:
ONE SOILD COLOR scarf. If you want ZEBRA OR ANOTHER ANIMAL PRINT please look at my other items, I have PRINT AUCTION for sale in another auction. The price above includes personalization. The font pictured on the light brown one is PENDANT. Please understand that this is a woven material and a monogram will NOT BE PERFECT, since the material is knitted it may pull and tug in certain areas. If you look really close, you can see that the monogram will tug slightly at the pashmina. It does not look bad in my opinion (I wear these all the time) but if you are a perfectionist I suggest getting a CASHMERE FEEL Scarf since the material is not knitted and the monogram will look more clean.Scarf since the material is not knitted and the monogram will look more clean. The pashminas in the picture are this type of scarf, they are doubled over and are medium weight.

FONTS:
I can do any of the 50 fonts from monogramwizard.com or you can just tell me your initials and I can stitch the font that looks best with your letters. Just tell me if you want something scripty or something more casual.

When checking out in paypal, include:
1. Color and type of scarf
2. First name initial:
3. Middle name initial:
4. Last name initial:
5. Desired font or type of font

I can get about 48 different colors of scarves so let me know if you are looking for.

The above information is from the eBay seller, marleylilly.

Show your little/big sisters what she means to you with an easy-to-make sorority  bracelet. You can follow any color scheme that you desire. For a start, just make it special by using  your sorority colors. You can also pick a charm that  fits your personality (see the tiny purse CHARM in the picture?).

After seeing how this sorority bracelet turned out, I might try the jewelry making craft which I have never done before.  I believe that this is a gift making craft that anyone can do with ease. It just involves buying the supplies, a few tools, and then putting it all together. It's nice to see that Greek letters are being made by a craft company to supply the needs of sorority gift makers.

The nice thing about jewelry making is that it is so easy to make original items by varying the colors or the bead shapes. Each change that is made produces your one-of-a-kind bracelet, necklace, or earrings. Also, it is easy to make matching jewelry sets like a bracelet with matching earrings, all made according to your choices of beads.

Here are the basic directions for making a bracelet like this:

1.  Cut a length of ZambaPro™ 49 .019 to 9 or 10 inches. Attach one wire end  to the sterling silver closed jump ring using a 2x2mm sterling silver crimp tube. See video below for help in how to do this. Begin by stringing a Hill Tribe silver spacer bead followed by a 3mm fire polished Czech glass bead, a 4mm fire polished bead of another color then a 4mm druk bead in the 3rd color. Next string another 4mm fire polished followed by a 3mm fire polished bead and a spacer. Then you should repeat the pattern three more times.

Beading Video shows how:

2.  Add your Greek letter beads with a spacer between them as in the picture above. Repeat your glass bead and spacer pattern three more times and crimp the wire to the sterling silver swivel clasp.

3. Last, open your sterling jump ring and attach the charm of your choice. Hook the charm to the closed jump ring at the end of your design.

SEE the suggested tools, etc. that you will need for this project if you want to make a bracelet just like the one in the picture-AT THE END OF THIS ARTICLE. OR...use the beads and supplies that you already have. You can get your Greek letter beads from http://artbeads.com.

Sorority Jewelry is a favorite among sorority sisters for gifts as well as for personal acquisition. Jewelry is not often thought of as something that you can make your self, but the craft has become relatively easy to learn and the supplies are widely available.

Cost: Under $30.00 (does not include stringing material)

Tools
Nipper tool (TOOL-101)
Crimper tool (TOOL-100)

Chain nose pliers (TOOL-106)

Supplies:

Sterling silver handbag charm (CHARM299, qty 1)
Thai Hill Tribe silver spacer beads (HTS075, qty 10)
5.6mm sterling Greek letter beads (use the letters from your own sorority)
4mm Czech glass druk bead (choose your color, qty 1 pack)
3mm Czech glass fire polished bead (choose your color, qty 1 pack)
4mm Czech glass fire polished bead (choose your color, qty 1 pack)
Sterling silver 10mm swivel clasp (SS-SWIV1, qty 1)
Sterling silver 4.6mm open jump ring (SS-OJR35-C, qty 1)
Sterling silver 6mm closed jump ring (SS-CJR-ME, qty 1)
ZambaPro™ 49 .019 30FT jewelry wire (ZP49-30F-019)

ZETA'S TRUE

Today and forever we'll be Zeta's true

We'll honor our colors the grey and the blue.

A million tomorrows ...MORE of this ZTA Poem

Zeta Goodnight ( hear it)

O Zeta goodnight goodnight goodnight well, it's time to go. More of this Zta Song

"Going Home"

They say there's a place,
where dreams have all gone.
They never said where, but I think I know.
It's waiting for me just over the dawn,
On this road that will take me home.

More of this ZTA Poem

ZTA

If I had a daughter, sir,
I'd dress her in blue and gray,
and put her on the campus
to be a Z-T-A.
But if I had a son, sir....More ZTA poems and songs

"My own dear Zeta sweetheart has the pledge of my promise so true, In the azure dream and the steady gleam of the Silver and the Blue.

more of My own dear Zeta sweetheart

Beloved Z. T. A

All good things must have an end,

All happy hours go by,
And dearest friend must say to friend,  MORE

"Sweetheart Song."

Deep in the heart
of each Zeta girl
is a man to fill her dreams
one who's true to the gray and blue
MORE ZTA poems

Be a Z-T-A

Chorus: If you wanna be happy
for the rest of your life,
Better be a Z-T-A and think five.
This is my personal point of view,
That the Zeta blue looks good on you.

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The Zeta Prayer
Father we thank thee
Father in heav'n
Each blessing from thy loving hand is giv'n
Thy tender watching guides all our ways
Father bless Zeta, our fraternity

This little pillow was a custom order for a gift. It is the first time I have had the pleasure of painting the lyre for an Alpha Chi Omega gift. I was curious to find out the origin of the lyre as the Alpha Chi Omega symbol. The lyre symbol was chosen by the founders after  a lot of research. It was designed by James G. Campbell. He was an undergraduate member of Beta Theta Pi  fraternity who acted as librarian for DePauw's School of Music. The lyre which is a replica of a three-stringed harp was named the symbol because it illustrated to the members' musical interest, as music connects the souls of many.  Also, according to Greek mythology, the lyre was first instrument played by the gods on Mt. Olympus.

Sorority Sisters  now has a Alpha Chi Omega Ideas page that includes quotes, poems, and interesting facts about Alpha Chi Omega. It is an ongoing project to add pages for every major sorority to this site. Readers, please add to these pages in the comments to share with others.

And related to the LYRE is the symphony of Alpha Chi Omega

The symphony of Alpha Chi Omega

"My Symphony"

To see beauty even in the common things of life.

To shed the light of love and friendship round me.

To keep my life in tune with the world that I shall make no discords in the harmony of life.

To strike on the lyre of the universe only the notes of happiness, of joy, of peace.

To appreciate every little service rendered.

To see and appreciate all that is noble in another,

Be her badge what it may.

And to let my lyre send forth the chords of love, unselfishness, sincerity.

This is to be my symphony.

-Celia McClure, Delta Chapter: Allegheny College, 1914

- one sample available

Clearing out price on only $5 for this hand painted custom sorority gift.

This happy little bag measures 11" wide by 9" tall and 2" deep.The frog is a new original design.

Georgia Southern University and other Kappa Delta chapters such as Newberry College use the frog MASCOT. I hope this KD tote will make it to one of you soon.

I paint and sew sorority gift samples like this one for this website, sorority sisters .net . You can check at Sorority Gifts on Etsy to see what sorority samples are left.

I am not taking orders for these items at this price. If you don't see the items at the Etsy shop, then they have already sold. Sorry, if that is the case.

My favorite sorority gift is the handpainted hang up pillows. Here is the sample of the Kappa Delta pillow with the frog mascot.

This is one of the samples for a handmade sorority gift idea for SororitySisters.net. Sorority Gifts ideas are the purpose of this website.

It is always nice to have a sorority gift to give with a handmade touch that gives it a distinction over mass manufactured sorority gifts. Now is your chance to help clear out my cabinets and snatch up a great priced sorority gift at the same time. This won't last long. First come---first served.

The Delta Sigma Theta hang up pillow is handpainted with a cute little elephant with his trunk lifted expectantly. I must clear out my sorority gift samples because we will be moving soon and I need to cut back on what I have to pack and store.

This is a hand made idea of a sorority gift you can make yourself  inexpensively.

Sorority Gifts are needed in bulk sometimes like for Bid Day or events that every sister gets a gift set. There are several inexpensive sorority gifts on our sorority crafts page, and today, we are adding another one, Greek letter stickers.

Foam stickers are available at most craft stores and department stores like Walmart. They come in a variety of colors and shapes.

I made the samples in the picture from blue foam stars. I am partial to the stars and the heart shapes. They express Greek pride and sorority friendship more than other shapes that are available.

The shapes are already cut so there is nothing to do but to paint on the Greek letters.  I used white acrylic paint and an artist's quality thin paint brush. Such paint brushes cost a couple of dollars and can be reused indefinitely as long as you keep them cleaned and let the hairs dry in a point.

I like the white paint the best for a bright colored background such as the blue star. I have used black or red paint and I did not like the result as much. One tip for painting with white paint. Usually, white painting looks better if you go over it a second time so you don't see through it to the background color.

Short Cut TIP:

You can use a black Sharpie to apply your Sorority letters to the foam shape. That is the quickest way to make your stickers.

]]> http://sororitysisters.net/ideas/greek-sorority-stickers/feed/ 0 http://sororitysisters.net/ideas/sorority-sisterhood-quotes/ http://sororitysisters.net/ideas/sorority-sisterhood-quotes/#comments Mon, 18 Oct 2010 21:42:38 +0000 Sorority Gifts http://sororitysisters.net/ideas/?p=1288 New Sorority Quotes for Sisterhood

There are so many occasions when you need a good sister quote. Gift giving is one of those times when you want to write something special on a card to include with your gifts.  We at Sorority Sisters are always on the look out for new or additional quotes to add to our sorority quotes page. We invite you to leave your favorite sorority sister quotes in the comments following this post. Also, you might like to click over to our Sorority Quotes page for a very large selection of Greek and sister quotes.

Here are the most recent quotes we have adapted to sorority needs:

Especially for BIG SISTERS---
Big Sisters are a delightful mixture of caring deeds,  wonderful insight, laughter and love.

Big Sisters offer the wisdom of experience and the love of an understanding heart.

Sorority Sisters:

Sisters make the world a little kinder, a little happier and little more understanding.

My Sorority Sister is an angel sent from above to fill my heart with special love.

Personalize your Sorority Quotes:

• The love of (your sorority name) Sisters is strong and deep, leaving us memories to treasure and keep.

EXAMPLE: The love of Sigma Kappa Sister is strong and deep, leaving us memeories to treasure and keep.

• (Your sorority name) Sisterhood is a connection to life, a link to the past, and a path to the future.

EXAMPLE: Delta Phi Epsilon sisterhood is a connection to life, a link to the past, and a path to the future.

• (Your sorority name) Big Sisters are a delightful mixture of caring deeds,  wonderful insight, laughter and love.

EXAMPLE: Alpha Xi Delta Big Sisters are a delightful mixture of caring deeds, wonderful insight, laughter, and love!

• (Your sorority name) Sorority Sisters are the dots that are  connected firmly by the lines of friendship, tied together with encouragement, support, love, laughter, and delight. (change the character traits to any that are valued especially by you or your sorority. Make this your own quote.  )

EXAMPLE: Kappa Alpha Theta Sisters are the dots that are  connected firmly by the lines of friendship, tied together with encouragement, support, love, laughter, and delight.

What great  Sorority Quotes to you have to add in the comments???

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Greek Creations has come up with a winner with their line of sorority pillows which make a very special sorority gift, but it is such a uniquely lovely sorority item that many sisters will be asking for one for Christmas, birthday, or any other occasion when someone wants to know what you want.

This is not a tiny pillow. It is a foot high and a foot and a half wide! That size looks great on a twin bed to accent the head of the bed. Remember 12" by 18" and oblong in shape.

As you can see in this image, the Alpha Delta Pi pillow is made in colors that honor AD Pi. The front design is all about the Greek Letters and colors and there is a diamond over the Delta. The back side of the pillow is an animal print - looks like a leopard print to me.  The popcorn trim in a blue tone gives the pillow a "fun" presentation.

The price is a little steep, but for the quality and the size of the pillow, it is fairly reasonable.

What about the handmade sorority gift crowd?  As far as I know there is not a pattern available for making these sorority pillows so you would need to figure out how to make it starting with the dimensions 12" x 18" and add an inch to that, making it a 13" x 19" rectangle of fabric for the front and for the back.

SororitySisters.net offers ideas for sorority gift ideas, many of which you can make yourself.  Making something similar really is quite doable especially if you have some sewing experience, but it is definitely not a quick and easy project. I would not recommend a sewing project like this for a beginner.

If making a sorority pillow is just not your thing, then you might like these elegant pillows available for Alpha Chi Omega and a wide selection for any other sorority. The folks over at Greek Creations have come up with a pillow that has a "designer look"  for Alpha Chi Omega and most other sororities. . These pillows are big!... 18 inches by12 inches- not quite as big as a bed pillow. The oblong shaped pillow is made from vibrant colorful fabric that usually are matched to your sorority colors. This pillow  is trimmed with a popcorn or tassel fringe and is embellished with rhinestones. The back side fabric is an  animal print design that coordinates nicely with the intricate Greek letter design on the front. The pillow that is pictured has a zebra pattern on the back.

This pillow is made to make the room decorating SHINE. If you coordinate the colors of your bedspread to match the pillow, you'll have a happy room indeed.

If the pillow gets dirty, you will need to have it dry cleaned since the manufacturer warns that it is not machine washable.

Finally, I have had the privilege of making a custom order for a Sigma Delta Tau sister. With so many wonderful sororities, it is very hard to make and post  samples for every sorority. I am so sorry for those sororities  that never have seen a handmade gift idea on sororitysisters.net that represents their own sorority. It is just a lack of time on my part. I started making sorority gifts for the sororities represented at Georgia Southern University many years ago (1980s). At that time, the sororities included Kappa Delta, Delta Zeta, Phi Mu, Zeta Tau Alpha, Alpha Delta Pi, Chi Omega. It seems like there were seven, and that is only six, but I can't recall another one at the moment.

The Phi Mu mascot at Georgia Southern was and probably still is... the ladybug, ZTA mascot was a Butterfly, and the Kappa Delta mascot was the frog. That is why you see these mascots crop up sometimes in the my samples and ideas.  I still have a place in my heart for the girls at GA Southern since they were the inspiration that got me started making sorority gifts and they appreciated the handmade touch so much.  I had a little country craft shop and the girls would come in and seeing that I  was constantly working on handmade orders for people, they began asking me to make little sister gifts that were personalized. The Chi Omega sisters would come in and  patiently reminded me of the mascot and colors and flower of  their sorority. They placed orders for plaques, study boards, paddles, pillows, baskets, and many other gifts. At year's end,  I often was asked to make handpainted plaques for specific Sorority Awards.

Now, many years later, I am painting and sewing custom orders and offering ideas for sorority gifts for anybody to use if they wish to make their own gifts. I hope to soon offer patterns for download.

Here is how the Sigma Delta Tau pillow turned out:

For those who like to make their own sorority gifts, I have some general instructions for these hang up sorority pillows that you might find useful.

I'm cleaning out my art room and I must get rid of some things so I'll have room to work. I've assembled a set of gifts  for Phi Mu and  selling them on Etsy Sorority Gifts. These are some handmade and some lion based products that are not handmade.

Phi Mu Lion Gift Set

(Many of these items are one of a kind and  are rarely available. Get them while you can.)

This set will get you ready with unique little sister gifts.
The sorority basket includes a pink and white striped fabric liner, a decorated handcrafted and handpainted lion  tag, and a pink satin bow tied on the handle.

Fill the basket up with lots of goodies and make it an extra special gift for a little sister.

Also included in this set are:

1 pink COOSIE with handpainted lion design

1 5x7 picture: Matted, handpainted Lion design. It says, "I Love my Lil Sis!" (slide it into a $ store frame for a great gift)

1  pink rectangular tag-shaped card . There is a square cut-out  of card front which reveals the little lion on the inside of the card. The lion shines with glitter. This is a handcrafted card.

3 lion (cardstock) stickers for scrapbooking

1 small white gift bag with stenciled lion and pink bow. (Great for filling with candy for a quick gift.)

1 LARGE Lion Gift Bag (not handmade, but so precious)

Sorority items are hand crafted as samples of sorority craft ideas at sororitysisters.net. They are custom made designs. Our website offers free sorority craft ideas with directions and pictures for those who like to make their own little sister, big sister gifts.

About once a year I have to clear out some of the sorority gift samples that I make for this website. I've grouped together a set of items that are for ADII and they are selling on Etsy Sorority Gifts.. These are mostly handmade sorority items.

Alpha Delta Pi Lion Gift Set- includes 16 items

(These items are one of a kind. that are rarely available. Get them while you can.)

Sorority items are hand crafted as samples of sorority craft ideas at sororitysisters.net. They are custom made designs. Our website offers free sorority craft ideas with directions and pictures for those who like to make their own little sister, big sister gifts.

This set will get you ready with unique little sister gifts.
The sorority basket includes a blue and white printed fabric liner, a decorated handcrafted and handpainted lion tag, and a blue grosgrain bow tied on the handle.

Fill the basket up with lots of goodies and make it an extra special gift for a little sister.

Also included in this set are:

1 blue COOSIE with  lion design

1 5x7 picture: Matted, handpainted Lion design (slide it into a $ store frame for a great gift)

6  rectangular lion thank you cards with shiny glitter.

2  round handpainted lion cards

2 ADII stickers (bright blue foam stars-peel the back off to stick)

1 lion ornament with ADII handpainted badge- for a room decoration or a Christmas tree decoration (if you want to save it until Christmas)

1 small blue gift bag with stenciled lion and white bow. (Great for filling with candy for a quick gift.)

1 LARGE Lion Gift Bag (not handmade, but so precious) - Lion's head is separate piece of cardstock and sticks out from bag- so cute!

For Ideas for Little Sis Sorority Gifts

For Cute Big Sis Sorority Gifts

Sorority Sister Quotes for your Gift Cards, Greeting Cards and Sorority Gifts

The Delta Zeta polka dotted sticker claims the collection for Dee Zee,

but the colors are there for AKA sorority girls to enjoy, also.

This caught my eye at Polyvore.

Dee Zee Girls look pretty in pink

but look gorgeous is pink with lime green.

The colors are just made to go together!

For Delta Gamma sisters who are looking for handmade Hannah Dolls made to your specifications, Alexis Cribbs has been making Hannah Dolls for the Carnegie Mellon (Pittsburgh, PA) chapter of Delta Gamma for the past ten years.

She  started by making the first  adorable heirloom quality rag doll for her daughter and has been making them for others ever since!

As far as the sorority orders, she told me:

It started as something I was doing as Director of Recruiting for the School of Music at Carnegie Mellon and met some of the girls there, and it has blossomed into a yearly project, which I really enjoy.  Every fall the big sisters at Carnegie Mellon give Hannah to their little sisters during initiation.

I generally start making them the beginning of August for October/November delivery (for Pittsburgh). However, I can make them any time of the year.  I can either make all the dresses the same or try and vary the material so that there is a nice variety of dresses.  You can choose a hair color of yellow, red, black or brown so the dolls can be extra special. You can also choose from certain dress fabrics like  gingham colors or other material.  The dolls  have a white gathered apron that ties in the back (and I can even embroider a  name on the front of the apron if you want it). The faces are handpainted.

I love making the dolls for the Pittsburgh chapter. The girls there are really special.   Since the dolls are individually made to order, please allow 4 - 6 weeks for completion and delivery.

The dolls  are 25 inches tall and I charge $50.00  including shipping.  If you are interested, please let me know and I'll send you an order form. (You can order a 36" dolls for $70 including shipping)

Hugs and Stitches ETSY Shop

Alexis Cribbs

"I am originally from Meridian, Mississippi  and am a Chi Omega alumni from the University of Alabama.  After graduation in Dec. 2008 I moved to Los Angeles and went to makeup school and worked as a freelance makeup artist for about a year.  When the recession hit hard I moved back to Tuscaloosa, AL.  I worked for an interior designer there. Since the University of Alabama has over 15 sororities and pledging is really big there I thought it would be a great opportunity to make a little extra money to make sorority items.  I have such a love for vintage items and find them to be so classic and unique. I have never seen sorority jewelry anywhere before and it was an instant hit.  I make jewelry and accessories for initiation, bid day, and rush for girls all over the country.  It has grown into a great jewelry business, even going outside the sorority field, but my vintage sorority items are still my big sellers." Keely Phillips

"Two of my most popular items are vintage sorority cocktail rings and antique watch fob necklaces.  With the rings, I use vintage cocktail rings (usually in the color of the sorority) and add vintage sorority crests. My other big seller consists of taking antique Victorian British watch fobs and adding the vintage sorority crests.  Younger girls love to wear this on a 30 inch sterling silver chain.  It makes it modern and fresh.  Other I items I do are antique pin boxes, sterling silver rings, etc.

There is always variety: "Here are  a few more of the vintage and antique sorority pieces I have made."

Visit Keely at malickandgrace.com and place your order for your one-of-a-kind jewelry!

And don't forget to tell other sorority sisters what you think with your comment below.

The Many Benefits of Sorority Membership

Six Reasons to Join a Greek Sisterhood in College

Sorority membership greatly enriches the college experience for the vast majority of women who join. Finding a place to belong on campus is just the start. Joining Greek life by choosing to join a sorority also opens the doors to other opportunities. The motivations for joining a sorority vary, but lifelong friendships, academic support and achievement, leadership development, community service, social activities, networking,  are key advantages that offer value beyond the college years.

• Lifelong friendships: The motivator for joining a sorority is friendship. When going to a large college campus, finding friends can make a huge difference in feeling a part of school life versus feeling like a number. A sorority provides a family consisting of a group of supportive women who will offer encouragement during hard times. From this connection, most sorority women develop some lifelong friendships that continue long after college is done.
• Academic Support and Achievement: Academic standards for sorority membership encourage sorority women to take their academic effort seriously. The sorority sisters share this high standard knowing that their sorority's good reputation is a reflection of their academic success. This is a motivating factor for good grades. Also, sisters help and encourage one another toward each doing her best in academic endeavors.
• Leadership Development: Leadership development is a natural part of being in a sorority. While a few women will go on to hold highly visible chapter offices, every sister will lead in some area. Sorority women take on responsibilities within the sorority community and chapter organization.  Committee assignments, recruitment planning and execution, and representing the chapter on campus all provide opportunities to develop public speaking and presentation skills, motivational skills and organizational skills. With the guidance of alumnae, chapter members oversee the budget and running of the house itself, significant responsibilities rarely given to college students in other situations.
• Community Service: Each national sorority supports a philanthropy. All the chapters serve in their own way. Sorority women tend to be very service oriented and enjoy participating in community activities that benefit others. A sorority woman will have many opportunities every year to serve and support good causes.
• Social Activities: Joining a sorority provides a multitude of social opportunities: Greek Week, Formals, Homecoming, tailgating parties, Mixers, Parents Weekend, fraternity parties, and more. Sorority women love their social events and Greek women are very creative in planning fun social events with creative themes. Social events may involve fraternities, but many are only for sorority sisters. There is always plenty of social life when you are in a sorority.
• Networking: You'll find that Greeks fill many leadership positions in college. If you are Greek, you will find that doors will open allowing you to meet leaders and develop connections for networking. When college is done, usually sororities encourage continued networking. Some have networking pages on their national websites to help sisters with job searches, relocation, etc. Also, each sorority also has a network of alumnae chapters in the US and abroad where sorority sisters come together post college.

Some drawbacks of joining a sorority are that it is a time and money commitment, so if you are considering Greek life as part of your college experience be sure to ask each house what they anticipate the expenses will be beyond dues (the amount of money you must pay to be in the sorority) just so that you know what you're getting into before you join. The social benefits of being involved in a sorority can also contribute to some of the drawbacks. It can be difficult to meet other people or do activities outside your sorority because so much of social life will revolve around the house.

Membership in a sorority is a commitment, but most sorority sisters find that the benefits far outweigh the sacrifices and they appreciate the opportunities that it offers.  The benefits of getting involved in a sorority can be particularly significant at a big school since it's an easier way to make friends within a smaller community. When it comes time to select a major or if you have questions about college life, you have a built-in resource of older girls you can go to for advice or mentoring. Sororities are known to have a thriving social scene and many are focused on philanthropic events, so it's a great opportunity to meet others with like-minded interests, not to mention your social calendar will always be full!

I just can't say enough good about Merryrdh's scrapbook pages that you can see at scrapbook.com. (See her specific link below the picture.

Thanks to Merryrdh on Scrapbook.com for the great picture! Go to her page to see more of Gamma Phi Beta Scrapbook ideas.

How should you make your own college care package? It will be a fun project and it will save money for sure.

You need a large container. A basket is always good, but be creative because you might already have something that will work just as well. I was recently in the dollar store and I noticed that they have a variety of organizing containers and buckets available in more than one color. Be sure to get a container that is big enough to hold a lot so that your gift will have the WOW appeal and really make somebody's day special.

Then make a shopping trip to Walmart of a grocery store and buy a batch of goodies similar to the items in the picture above like, boxed drinks, candy, microwave popcorn, chips, mac and cheese, pop tarts, soup cups. You might want to add some tasty in season fruit and either trail mix or nuts.

I always keep a lot of ribbon handy so that I can make anything I give more special. Tie a ribbon on ANYTHING and suddenly it looks like a lovely gift.

With a college care package, I just cut a long piece of ribbon (like 5 or 6 feet long). I put the center of the ribbon under the basket or bucket and then pull the ribbon ends up around both sides of the basket. Then tie a big fluffy bow at the top to hold it all together. The wider the ribbon, the better.  If you don't have ribbon, you can cut or tear a long strip of fabric and use it like wide ribbon, tying a bow at the top of your basket.

I gift like this is appreciated by anyone, but use the idea for your sorority sisters especially Little Sisters or Big Sisters. Add a handmade card and/or a special sorority gift or include a personalized  sorority item and you have an awesome gift that is sure to please.

"...but I need it delivered!"

Now don't forget Greek Gear who offers top quality sorority apparel and gifts. The food picture in this post is from Greek Gear's college care package. If you want to order a care package rather than making your own, then by all means order from Greek Gear Where they are selling for $38.95.

"College Care Packages from greekgear.com! Show them you love them with this unique College Care Package from Greekgear.com. All Campus Care packs come loaded with those special treats a college student is sure to love. Pop Tarts, Pop Corn, Twizzlers, Mac and Cheese and much more. Great for exam time or weekends away from home."

These are great from parents or grandparents to send to a their college student during exams or any other time. Easy to order and easily shipped right to their door.

They always do a great job of offering top quality sorority items for sale

A gift bucket or basket like this one...

for Delta Zeta is a great way to make your little sister feel extra special! Fill a basket or a  bucket with a bunch of little gifts such as a  journal or composition book, stationary or notecards,  scrapbooking die cuts, a sorority luggage tag, sorority pencils,  and maybe some stickers. Make the items yourself to save money or just add your Greek letters to pre-bought items. It is so much fun and really makes your gift special to the recipient.

Looking at creative sorority gifts that other people have made inspires me and sparks my creative ideas. I hope it will do the same for you.

Some of you are making great gifts for your Little or Big.  We would love to see them. In the comment section of each post on this website is an option to upload a picture. Since a picture is worth a thousand words, always take pictures of the gifts you make. You can share them easily with other Sorority Sisters through the upload in the comments section. Hope to see some great ideas!

Thanks to Merryrdh on Scrapbook.com for the great picture!

Every sorority has a flower.

The humble pansy is the the flower for Delta Delta Delta.  It is a symbol of alumnae membership and the third step in the lifetime development of Delta Delta Delta's members.

Making pansy cards for your Tri Delta sisters is so easy if you have pansies. This is a good time of year to buy a couple of 6 packs of pansy bedding plants. You can plant them in a flower pot to brighten up the room or patio.  A pot full of pansies would make a great gift for a sorority sister OR you can "harvest" the pansies to preserve them by drying and pressing them in a phone book. These pressed pansies are perfect for making cards like the ones shown in the picture (above and below) that I made.

Anyway, because of their  brightness through the cold winter, pansies are one of my favorite flowers. The sad thing about pansies, though, is that as soon as it gets hot, they wilt. I've found I way to make the most of my pansies. In May, before the heat wave arrives, I pluck off all my pansies that are still pretty and press them between tissue paper in a thick phone book. Then I stack some weights on the phone book to flatten it. Then I wait.

About a month later a carefully remove the pansies from the book and use them to make my very special pansy gretting cards. These, I love to send to friends....Thinking of You, Happy Birthday!, Get Well, In Sympanthy, etc.

I also tie up a stack of pansy cards with a purple ribbon and give them as Christmas gifts. My sisters can't get enough of them. They are so much fun to make and give!

All you need is a pack of blank greeting cards, pressed pansies, and white glue (like Elmers).  I squirt a little bit of glue on the card and then carefully place the dried pansy on the glue and wait for it to dry. It really is easy!  An optional tool would be a set of tweezers. The pansies are very delicate when they are dried and tweezers are useful for picking them up and placing them on the cards.

I plant pansies in the fall. These hearty little blossoms stick it out through the winter even when the snow covers them and then they revive with the warm weather of spring.  I added a few fresh pansy bedding plants to my many pots because my dear husband always brings home more flowers from Home Depot than I need.  After they are planted, I am always glad  for the bright colors decorating the patio.

Browse for a perfect sister quotes for your greeting card. We have a sorority quotes page that we update regularly.

If you like ideas for sorority cards, you might like to read about Greek Letter Sorority Cards.

photo credit from Tri Delta University of California

Go to GreekGear.com to see it all.

Greek Gear is marking down merchandise for Spring Cleaning. They have created Sorority Gift Kits that are selling for up to 90% off...$5.95 for small kits and $9.95 for larger kits. There are some great items included that you can use to fill up a sorority gift basket. Remember, the items are limited in number. When they are gone, they're gone. So check today to see what is available for your sorority. Also, use the coupon code "TakeTen" to get a 10% discount off your purchase. If you have little sister gifts to get, now is a great time at Greek Gear.

Below is a screen shot of some of the kits that are available today, if they haven't sold out. This image only shows a few of the sororities included in the sale.

Hurry before they are gone! (Click the screen shot below to see it all...)

If you like to make your own sorority gifts, check our sorority crafts page for lots of ideas and directions for sorority gifts you can make yourself.

Sorority Gift Baskets-  Use scrapbooking paper & ribbon to embellish a basket

Sorority Pillow with Ribbon Letters-  If you can sew a little, try this

Sorority Hat-  This is cute and fun to wear!

Sorority Cross Stitch- counted cross stitch coat of arms....LOVELY!!

Also, please leave comments of ideas you have made and upload pictures through the comment section.

Sharing some Chi Omega ideas...

 

 

Sorority Bags

 

You can buy generic tote bags like this one at any craft store or online. I added the red rick rack by sewing it on my sewing machine. I make a fabric lining for some of the sorority totes that I make.

Other easy gifts to make are sorority pillows, sorority stationary and cards.

You can find a lot of great ideas by browsing the forums of Greek Chat.

The Lovely Ladies of the Iota Lambda Chapter Of AKA Sorority  at the University of Florida.  May 05, 2008  —

Great Video!

Visit the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority website

Yay...Gamma Phi Beta!

Gamma Phi Beta  Initiation Week

The quote on the back of the tee shirt says,

"When these letters are in front of you your sisters are behind you"   Image Credit

What is your favorite Saying for a Sorority Tee Shirt? ....would love to hear in the COMMENTS below:

New page on Gamma Phi Beta Scrapbooking.

Zeta Hang Up

The ZTA hang up pictured above is ready to ship to the winner!

Each comment left below will be entered into a random drawing. The winner will receive this ZTA ornament shipped to your door.

Your comment must include one creative idea for ZETA TAU ALPHA:
ZTA gifts, a ZTA quote, ZTA T-shirt slogan idea, Big Sis Reveal ideas, Bid Day idea.

Don't miss out! Comments will be accepted through Feb 22. Winner will be announce and notified on Feb 23.

Share your Zeta idea NOW!

Do you like to make sorority gifts?

I am really excited about a new group on Flickr where we all can upload pictures of sorority gifts that we make.

We can  share pictures of any or all of our handmade sorority gifts. This is your chance to inspire the rest of us with your great ideas or just to share the results of your latest sorority craft.

Have you decorated a picture frame with your Greek letters?

Have you made a sorority pillow?

Have you made a sorority paddle?

Have you made a sorority scrapbook or do you have some pages in a scrapbook dedicated to sorority events and special times? Take a picture of those pages and share.

Show your best sorority gift ideas and inspire others.

Join the new  Flickr Group: Sorority Sister Crafts and Handmade Gifts

Take a picture of any sorority item that you make and then upload it to http://www.flickr.com/groups/sororitysisters

If you don't have a picture, then just leave a comment and tell us what you have made.

What sorority presents have you made??

photo credit: EverySpoon

Greekgear.com is offering up to 50% off their most popular items! Flags, Dog Tags, Greek Hats,  Newest Greek Blanket, Sweatshirt Blankets, Golf Balls, Lettered Sweatshirts, Lavalieres & More.

These sorority pens (BIC ® Digital WideBody ® w/Color Rubber Grip)  are half price right now ($1.45) for theses sororities:

Alphi Chi Omega,     Alpha Phi,      Gamma Phi Beta,      and        Sigma Sigma Sigma

What a great item for bid day if you plan ahead.

Also, these sorority silver lavalieres are only $14.95 this weekend. That's 50% off!

Each sorority silver lavaliere or "drops" is made of sterling silver and comes in all capital  sorority Greek letters.

NOTE -Lavalieres in picture above are magnified: Each Greek letter is approximately 1/4" tall.  Example: 3 letters would be about 3/4" in length total. Note that a chain is not included.

GreekGear.com

No Coupon Code Necessary. Offer good Today Thru Sunday (Feb 7, 2010).

Cannot be combined with any other offer. Not all groups available - Sorry.

Mug Set Personalized with Names and Sorority

GreekGear.com

These ADPi candy tins are easy to make and they make a great gift for your little sister.

Materials needed:

1. Any suitable container such as a nut container shown in picture.
2. Scrapbook paper of your choice. I used blue since it is an ADPi color.
3. A large sticker (from scrapbook store) of sorority mascot or sorority symbol or flower.
4. Paint pen to paint Greek letters on lid of container.

Tools:

1. scissors to cut paper
2. Glue stick to glue paper on container.

Make a sorority candy container.

-Making the sorority candy container shown above is super quick and easy once you have the supplies since you don't have to draw of paint anything but the Greek letters on the top.
Another idea is a sorority candy jar but it takes a little more time and effort if it the design is hand drawn and colored with colored pencils.

• I used a regular jar from my kitchen.
• I traced the lid onto drawing paper and cut out a circle that could be glued to the lid.
• I drew a teddy bear for Kappa Delta on the circle.
• After gluing the circle on the lid, I tied a matching bow around the jar. The bow really adds a lot to the gift.

When I make a gift for a specific person, I like to make a gift tag from cardstock, punch a hole in the corner and use narrow ribbon to tie the tag to the gift. On the tag you can personalize as you wish...consider using a sorority quote from our Quotes Page.

Have you made any easy sorority gifts? Please share with us your ideas.

Sorority Sister Hearts are Knit Together

One of the best gifts for a little sister or a big sister is one that affirms the Big-Little relationship. A framed picture of the two sisters together is always a winner because it shows appreciation for that special relationship. Go a step further with a framed picture by personalizing the picture frame with your sorority letters. This can be as simple as painting your Greek letters on the frame or can be more elaborate with handpainted sorority name and the sorority flower or mascot. Using your sorority colors for the background is another way to make it personal.

Many times you can find stickers or a rubber stamp that makes making special sorority gifts very easy.

For example, to make a Tri Sigma picture frame....

Look for a rubber stamp of a sailboat. The ink from the stamp prints the lines of the design  onto your frame. Then with the design safely and neatly on the frame, you can use a tiny paint brush to paint in the colors ( a little paint goes a long way)

The frame that I made for the Sorority Sisters site is for Delta Zeta.

The frame already had the plaid mat. I drew a simple turtle on drawing paper, colored it with pencils, cut it out, and glued it to the mat (under the glass). Then using white acrylic paint, I painted "Delta Zeta" and embellished it with two pink flowers on either end. The green frame, the pink flowers, and the pink and green turtle all display the Delta Zeta colors or pink and green.

This idea is easy, inexpensive, and so appreciated, especially when it includes a picture of Big Sis and Little Sis together.

For Ideas for Little Sister Sorority Gifts

Quotes for Big Sis

Quotes for Little Sis

Greek Chat Little Sister Gifts Ideas

Unique Sorority Gifts -Find Your Page!

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• Alpha Chi Omega
• Alpha Delta Pi Sorority
• Alpha Epsilon Phi
• Alpha Gamma Delta
• Alpha Kappa Alpha
• Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority
• Alpha Sigma Alpha
• Alpha Sigma Tau
• Alpha Xi Delta Sorority
• Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
• Chi Omega Sorority
• Delta Delta Delta
• Delta Gamma Sorority
• Delta Phi Epsilon
• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
• Delta Zeta
• Gamma Phi Beta
• Kappa Alpha Theta
• Kappa Delta Sorority
• Kappa Kappa Gamma
• Phi Mu Sorority
• Phi Sigma Sigma
• Pi Beta Phi Sorority
• Sigma Delta Tau Sorority
• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
• Sigma Kappa
• Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority
• Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority

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Also known as sorority sign pillows, this sorority pillow hangs by a ribbon.

It is handpainted with the lion mascot and the message,

"A Phi Mu lives here!"

The Greek letters are pink as well as the backing fabric and the hanging ribbon.  It is painted with acrylic paint and constructed on the sewing machine with some hand sewing also.  This custom made sorority gift is not manufactured, but made one at a time as ordered.  This pillow measures 6 1/2 by 4 1/2 inches.

Perfect for hanging on a doorknob to  decorate your door or just hang up with a tack anywhere you like. A few of these are available on Etsy Sorority Gifts .

Testimonial From Lisa who ordered 2 sorority pillows on Etsy

I received the Chi Omega and Phi Mu Hang-up
pillows in the mail yesterday. They are even cuter in person, I am really
pleased with them!  I really appreciate the fast turn around as well!

Lisa (Jan.2010)

For those of you that would rather make your own sorority items and sorority gifts, you can make a pillow like this with a little effort and time.

To make a sorority pillow like this one you will need:

white fabric cut 7 1/2 inches by 5 1/2 inches

Backing fabric 7 1/2 inches by 5 1/2 inches

Ribbon (about 12")

Fiberfil to stuff pillow

Acrylic Paints in colors that suit your design

Paintbrush(es)

Sewing tools

Paper Pattern:Basic Mascot drawing (darken basic lines with a black marker)

Paper Pattern("A Phi Mu Lives Here" (darken basic lines with a black marker)

Some basic directions:

Drawing and Painting:

I put the white fabric over the mascot pattern and the Lettering pattern, centering each pattern so that all looks balanced. I can see through the fabric enough to lightly trace the outline of the mascot onto the fabric. I also trace the "A Phi Mu Lives Here" lightly onto the white fabric.

Once I have the basic lines traced, I paint the design and the words with my acrylic paints.

After the paint is dried thoroughly, I "set" the paint with an iron set on the WOOL setting. I put a piece of white paper over the painted design and run the iron over the white paper for about 15 seconds. (NOTE: This ironing allows the painted fabric to be permanent, not washing out if you need to wash it in the washing machine.)

Then comes the SEWING:

I pin ends of the ribbon to the top edge of the painted white fabric rectangle.

With right sides together, I pin the back and the front of the pillow together.

Using a straight stitch, I stitch the front to the back, catching the ribbon ends in the seam, and leaving and opening of 2-3 inches for turning.

I turn the pillow right side out, using a knitting needle to push out the corners crisply.

I iron the pillow to get out wrinkles from turning it.

Then I stuff the sorority pillow with fiberfil and whip stitch the opening closed.

That's it!

Her kits contain precut letters and symbols for you to use in your Greek scrapbook page designs.  Contact Karen (see contact information at end of post) to inquire about sorority kits that may not be listed for sale. She can probably make a custom kit for your sorority if you make a request.

These sorority scrapbook kits are not always available, so take a look and see if they fit your need.

Sorority Scrapbooking Kits

Sorority Scrapbooking Ideas

Greek Scrapbooking

I don't know where else you can get these if not from Karen.

[If you visit this sorority sister post later and the scrapbook kits are no longer for sale on eBay, you can contact Karen through this email address:
spiritcolors(at)yahoo.com]

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Again this offer is for online orders only. Not every sorority is available, but the largest ones are. With this low rate, no other coupons are valid when you take advantage of this offer.

This one is for free shipping. I think this applies to any order, even small ones, which will really translate to savings on a small order.  Most orders are not required to pay sales tax unless buying in the same state as the company, so with no shipping costs and no sales tax, you save a lot. I always check the clearance pages, because you can find some wonderful buys there.

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To Big Sis, _____________________:

I have been enriched by having you as my big sister.

Our unconditional friendship binds us together...always.   ... ( See More of this Alpha Epsilon Phi Ideas)

To my Alpha Epsilon Phi sister....

We love our pearls representing  beauty gained by growth

Our giraffe is outstanding with a heart of hearts.  ... ( See More of this Alpha Epsilon Ph i Quote)

To my beautiful, strong, and wise big sis, __________________,

Alpha Epsilon Phi is known by beauty, strength, and wisdom

Beauty in relationships...                                         ...         ( See More of this Alpha Epsilon Phi Quote)

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Tag Line of Alpha Epsilon Phi is...

Above All Else:

we are...

Enriched by sisterhood and unconditional friendships

Dedicated to selfless service, and inspiring others, and

Committed to intellectual growth and personal development.

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Some Alpha Epsilon Phi Gift merchandise on eBay:

Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority Gifts Set

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DELTA CHI KAPPA BETA PI ZETA TAU MU PSI OMICRON ALPHA EPSILON XI SIGMA PHI THETA    US $1.00

Vintage Alpha Epsilon Phi ΑΕΦ College Sorority Pendant Charm 10K SOLID YEL GOLD    US $59.99

Alpha Epsilon Phi NEW Rhodium Plated Pendant Fob NICE    US $15.00

Alpha Epsilon Phi NEW Gold Plated Pendant Fob NICE    US $15.00

Alpha Epsilon Phi Sterling Silver Slider Pendant    US $11.25

Alpha Epsilon Phi Prop ofTag 4 Purse Zipper Keyring    US $3.99

Alpha Epsilon Phi's Symbols

Jewel:  Pearl  (because of its glowing beauty gained through years of growth).

Colors:   green and white

Flower:The lily of the valley was selected for its simple beauty and for the fact that it is green and white.

Email me at sororitygiftideas (at) gmail (dot) com

Make your little sister a sorority gift basket and fill it with anything you like to make it more special.

You can use any basket for this idea, but chipped wood baskets like the ones shown in the picture work particularly well.
The colorful liner for the basket is made from a scrap of fabric. The tag is made from acid free scrapbooking cardstock.
Be creative with your tag. It can be as simple as your Greek letters applied with a marker, or you can use the idea above.... using your mascot as your design.

Tag Design Ideas:
1. Rubber stamp of mascot or sorority flower colored with pastel pencils
2. Sticker of your mascot, symbol, or flower
3. Cut out your mascot, symbol, or flower from a greeting card that you have saved
4. Draw and paint your own design

It doesn't take long to make your tag, and if you mess up, just start over

Scrapbooking Tools, Supplies & More all at Joann.com

Basket Tag Idea for Chi Omega or Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Sister

Basket Tag Idea for Phi Mu or Alpha Delta Pi Sorority Sister

This is what the baskets look like before you decorate them.
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Send in pictures of a sorority gift basket that you have made.

Thanks, Julie

You can email me at sororitygiftideas (at) gmail (dot) com

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Unique Sorority Gifts -Find Your Page!

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• Alpha Delta Pi Sorority
• Alpha Epsilon Phi
• Alpha Gamma Delta
• Alpha Kappa Alpha
• Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority
• Alpha Sigma Alpha
• Alpha Sigma Tau
• Alpha Xi Delta Sorority
• Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
• Chi Omega Sorority
• Delta Delta Delta
• Delta Gamma Sorority
• Delta Phi Epsilon
• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
• Delta Zeta
• Gamma Phi Beta
• Kappa Alpha Theta
• Kappa Delta Sorority
• Kappa Kappa Gamma
• Phi Mu Sorority
• Phi Sigma Sigma
• Pi Beta Phi Sorority
• Sigma Delta Tau Sorority
• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
• Sigma Kappa
• Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority
• Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority

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These hand painted sorority pillows are not mass produced and are not available in stores or anywhere else. They are only made by order in limited numbers.  Custom Made Sorority Pillows $12.99

Chi Omega with owl mascot, Delta Zeta with turtle mascot, Kappa Delta with frog or bear mascot, Delta Sigma Theta with elephant mascot, Alpha Delta Pi with lion mascot, Phi Mu with lion mascot, Gamma Phi Beta with carnation and crescent symbol, Alpha Omicron Pi with panda mascot, Alpha Gamma Delta with squirrel mascot and Alpha Kappa Alpha with frog mascot.

Measurements: 4 1/2” by 6 1/2” Since the pillows are custom made by order, it usually takes 2 or 3 days to make a pillow and then get it mailed to you. Mascots or symbols that are not pictured will take longer. Please do not order if you need it by an early deadline.

Mascots or symbols that are not pictured will take longer. Please do not order if you need it by an early deadline.

Taking Custom Orders for a limited time. For questions or if you want to place a  custom order:

Email Julie at: sororitygiftideas (at) gmail (dot) com

The following pictures represent some custom orders I've made by order.

SORORITY GIFTS YOU CAN MAKE:

Little Sister Sorority picture frame

Sorority Mascot  Christmas Ornament

Sorority Gift Basket-Great Little Sister Gift

Make a Sorority Pillow with Ribbon Letters

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Alpha Chi Omega Sorority Gifts

With a set like this, you will be ready with a large supply  gifts for little or big sisters.  Some of the items included are a ceramic mug, a metal bucket, a ceramic box, wooden picture holder, picture frames,  and a whole bunch of butterfly items for those of you who are looking for butterflies.

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AJS © CHI RO JESUS RING ALPHA OMEGA SURGICAL STEEL D55    US $35.00

Alpha Chi Omega Pillowcase    US $.99

Vintage The LYRE of Alpha Chi Omega Fall 1969 Book    US $17.95

Christopher Radko Alpha Chi Omega Lyre Glass Ornament 3010505    US $99.95

Alpha Chi Omega Toy Book for Handicapped Children 1960 Edition    US $6.00

ALPHA CHI OMEGA PEWTER CUP WITH REALHIDE COWHIDE MADE IN ENGLAND    US $15.00

Sorority Journal

This cute sorority Phi Mu scrapbook was listed recently on eBay. Whoever painted it really has an eye for design...it turned out so cute!

I am posting the picture so that all can see what a great sorority gift idea this is.  Just take a solid color scrapbook or journal, paint your Little Sister's name (or Big Sister)  on it in the center, draw a simple design around the name that symbolizes your sorority...either your mascot or flower or other symbol.  Because it is simple, it is such a pleasing design.

The Ladybug is  mascot for some Phi Mu chapters including the one at Georgia Southern.  I used to live in Statesboro, GA and got to know some of the Phi Mu's a while back...a great bunch.  I  got to paint some ladybugs.

Anyway, someone should try making a book like this one. So Cute!!

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Phi Mu sterling silver lavaliere pendant with Swarovski pink crystal NEW    US $15.99

★LOT 1908 HALLOWEEN WITCH BLACK CAT NAME CARDJRPROMETA PHI MU univ montana    US $22.50

Vintage 10k Solid Gold Phi Mu Sorority Pin w 12 Sapphires and 12 Pearls    US $275.00

htf RAKING THE HISTORIC COALS Holley BETA PHI MU ALA    US $4.99

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity Pin 10K Gold Garnets Pearls    US $99.99

PHI MU ALPHA SINFONIA FRATERNITY MUSIC PENDANT PIN 10KT W GEMSTONES    US $124.50

Here is a screen shot from GreekCreations.com showing examples of their custom sorority paddles. They also sell the basic shapes (paddles) and wooden Greek letters in various sizes so you can make your own paddle.

Sorority Paddles

Here's what the wooden Greek letters look like, if you are interested in making your own Greek paddle or other sorority plaque:

The paddles and letters shown above can be found at the GreekCreations.com website. They have some unique Greek items that I haven't seen elsewhere. It's worth a browse.

Here is an example of a paddle (Delta Phi Epsilon) probably made by the giver. For people that do a little woodwork, making a paddle is pretty simple. It takes a length of pine or other wood, penciling the pattern in the wood, a few cuts with a saw, sanding, staining, decorating, then varnishing. Others prefer to pay someone to make their paddle.

photo credit: hoyasmeg

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Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 20 Classic Unfinished Pine    US $9.00

Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 20 Rounded Unfinished Pine    US $8.00

15 Greek Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddle Frat Style Unfinished Wood Paddles    US $11.49

Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 20 Traditional Unfinished Pine    US $5.00

Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 29 Rounded Unfinished Pine    US $10.00

Fraternity Sorority Pledge Paddles 25 Rounded Unfinished Pine    US $9.00

Make Sorority Gift Stickers

For Big/Little sorority gifts, many girls like to give lots of small sorority items, sometimes combined in a sorority gift basket and sometimes just to have a little gift to give every few days. Also, it is nice to have a gift that can be mailed in an envelope like these stickers.

You only need a sharpie or other permanent marker (I like the fine tip for neater writing) and a bunch of foam shape stickers from a craft shop.  The foam shapes are stickers. You just peel the paper off of the back and expose the stickiness.

I divided the shapes into colors and then used all the yellow stars for Chi Omega stickers.

Make dotted Greek letters with the Sharpie pen. You simply draw you letters like print and then finish by adding DOTS to the ends of the letters. It makes the letters look more finished and professional, don't you think?

Quick and easy sorority gifts like these can be whipped up in a few minutes.

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Delta Zeta Gifts

The is one of my favorite Delta Zeta designs because it incorporates the Greek letters with the Delta Zeta Turtle mascots.

This sorority gift craft project is an example of what you can do with a plastic container (pink bucket) and paint pens that you buy from the craft store.  I used a dark green pen, a light green pen, and a black pen for this design. I think there is a touch of white in there, too.

I always start with a pattern on paper. I transfer the pattern to my bucket with graphite paper which you can buy from a craft store for this purpose.  I place the graphite paper on the bucket where I wanted to put the design with the pattern on top of it. I then used a ball point pen to transfer the turtle Greek Letter design onto the bucket. ---Trace it on lightly! You don't want dark lines showing that you can't cover with paint. You just need enough of the pattern to show so that you know where to paint!

I shook the paint pens for awhile to mix up the paint. Then I uncapped each pen as I used it, but first started the flow of paint by pressing the pen tip firmly against a piece of scrap paper until the paint started flowing. Then I filled in my design just like coloring in a coloring book.  For the black, you can use a permanent pen like a fine sharpie for the detail lines like the turtle's eye and smile.

The paint from the paint pens dries fast. I like to spray acrylic varnish over a design to give it lasting power, but it is not necessary.  (The acrylic spray I use is made by Krylon and I think it is called Clear Coat or Clear something.)

That's it for making a Delta Zeta bucket.

Paint pens are great for painting your Greek Letters on foam can coolers like the ones seen in the picture behind the bucket.

Delta Zeta Stationery Gift Basket you can make!

Sorority Picture Frame-The example is for Delta Zeta, but it can be made for any sorority gift.

Check Joann.com online if you don't have a craft store nearby to buy your materials.

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Vintage Dorrety of Boston Gold Filled School Pin Delta Zeta Sorority Pin    US $6.75

Vintage Delta Zeta Sorority Solid Brass Trinket Box with Top Red Velvet Lining    US $18.05

Delta Zeta Embroidered Patch Crest FREE SHIPPING    US $6.99

DELTA ZETA SINGS 1962 EDITION SORORITY SONG BOOK IN GREAT CONDITION    US $5.99

Delta Zeta Silver Ring DZ R001    US $23.00

delta zeta crock    US $10.00

Phi Mu Sorority Gift Basket

(I have a few sets of 12 plain baskets selling on eBay this month. See end of post for link if you need baskets)

Sorority Gift Baskets (how to)-  Use scrapbooking paper & ribbon to embellish a basket

For Making Sorority Gift Baskets

Alpha Delta Pi Lion Basket

Delta Zeta Turtle Basket-Make a Sorority Basket for your Little Sister

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I have a few dozen craft baskets left that are up for sale on ebay this month. If you have been wanting to make a batch of sorority gift baskets, you need to buy a dozen baskets now before they sell out. When they are gone, they're gone. I can't buy anymore because my closet space is all used up.

Anyway, the dozen baskets come with a pattern sheet for making the fabric liner and basic directions for making a gift tag, which is what makes the basket to cute. The basic directions give you steps for making tags, but don't provide patterns for the sorority mascots.  Read the description on the eBay lising for more information.

Remember, these won't last long...so don't delay if you need a batch of baskets for Christmas gifts.

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12 CHRISTMAS COLOR WICKER CRAFT BASKETSORNATE DRYED FRESH FLOWERS GIFTS FOODS    US $9.99

Theta Phi Alpha Sachet in Penguin Box

Another clearance item at GreekGear.com

Scented Sachets- these come in a cute little box with the sorority mascot design. Inside the box is the sachet with the sorority name embroidered on it.

Regular Price: $3.95 ...Closeout Price: $.99
Hurry Supplies are limited. These scented sachets are great to line your drawers for that clean spring scent.

The sachet may be available also for the following sororities:

Alpha Xi Delta

Alpha Delta Pi

Delta Zeta

Sigma Sigma Sigma

Alpha Epsilon Phi

Sigma Delta Tau

Alpha Delta Pi

This sorority checkbook is on clearance at GreekGear.com for $1.95.  The original price was $8.95

For Alpha Omicron Pi, other items on clearance are a heart keychain and a panda photo album.

There are limited quantities available, so hurry. Other sororities that may be available (if not sold out) include:

Alpha Sigma Alpha

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Alpha Omicron Pi sterling silver lavaliere pendant with synthetic diamonds AOPi    US $20.99

Vintage Art Deco 10k Gold Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority Ring Black Glass Enamel    US $112.50

Alpha Omicron Pi sterling silver lavalier pendant with Swarovski crystal AOPi    US $15.99

Alpha Omicron Pi Sterling Silver Lavaliere Pendant    US $15.00

Alpha Omicron Pi Sterling Silver Slider Pendant    US $11.25

Alpha Omicron Pi Sterling Curly Letter Charm Lavalier    US $18.50

This is one of the cutest sorority items I've seen in a while. It has a handmade look and it is on it is on CLEARANCE, priced at only $3.95! (the original price was $16.95) On Clearance at Greek Gear

Besides the Alpha Omicron Pi photo album, also available in limited quantities are:

Photo albums for Sigma Sigma Sigma

Delta Zeta Photo Albums

Photo albums for Kappa Kappa Gamma

I hesitated to post about it since sometimes clearance items go so fast and it is disappointing when you go to buy one and find that they are sold out.

Other CLEARANCE items to check out:

The sorority keychain is only $1.95 On Clearance at Greek Gear (regular price was 8.95)

These keychains may be available in the following sororities if they are not sold out:

Alpha Omicron Pi, Phi Mu, Alpha Xi Delta, Kappa Delta, Chi Omega ,Sigma Sigma Sigma

There are limited quantities available, so when they are gone, they are gone.

This week on eBay....

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Alpha Omicron Pi sterling silver lavaliere pendant with synthetic diamonds AOPi    US $20.99

Vintage Art Deco 10k Gold Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority Ring Black Glass Enamel    US $112.50

Alpha Omicron Pi sterling silver lavalier pendant with Swarovski crystal AOPi    US $15.99

Alpha Omicron Pi Sterling Silver Lavaliere Pendant    US $15.00

Alpha Omicron Pi Sterling Silver Slider Pendant    US $11.25

Alpha Omicron Pi Sterling Curly Letter Charm Lavalier    US $18.50

The engraving is just a little off center - but is hardly noticeable (see the picture above). This mistake means big savings for you. Only available for Alpha Xi Delta at GreekGear.com

engraved, "Alpha Xi Delta  and Sisters Forever"

One other item for Alpha Xi Delta at closeout prices is an Alpha Xi Delta pail selling for $1.95 (regular $9.95)

These would be great for making up a big/little gift basket. Just fill it up with little surprises and treats.

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Alpha Xi Delta Line Hat    US $10.95

Alpha Xi Delta Tags 2 for Purse Zipper Keyring    US $7.99

Alpha Xi Delta sterling silver heart pendant NEW    US $24.99

Alpha Xi Delta Lapel Pin NEW    US $7.99

Greek Letter PATTERNS kappa alpha theta delta phi mu phi sigma xi epsilon gamma    US $.99

Alpha Xi Delta Blue Cinch Backpack    US $9.99

Pillow Embroidered with Alpha Chi Omega Sorority Letters

This is a simple sorority pillow, but it has  a classic look. Green and Red are two of Alpha Chi Omega sorority's colors, so choosing a green and white gingham for the backgroud and red for the letters is a welcome choice. Making the letters in red and the background in green rather than a red background and green letters assures that the letters are noticed.

The ruffle gives the pillow a feminine touch plus it adds to the distinctive look of the pillow (rather than a plain pillow edge)

So if you plan to make a sorority pillow, consider these three things:

1. Choose your colors wisely. They matter most of all.

2. A simple pillow with just the Greek letters is often the classiest.

3. Incorporating a ruffle or piping at the edge makes a finer looking pillow than just a straight edge.

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Alpha Chi Omega sterling silver lavalier pendant CUTE    US $15.99

Alpha Chi Omega Pillowcase    US $.99

Vintage The LYRE of Alpha Chi Omega Fall 1969 Book    US $17.95

Alpha Chi Omega Toy Book for Handicapped Children 1960 Edition    US $6.00

ALPHA CHI OMEGA PEWTER CUP WITH REALHIDE COWHIDE MADE IN ENGLAND    US $15.00

Awesome Vintage ALPHA CHI OMEGA Womans Fraternity Sorority 1962 Paddle Rare NR    US $24.99

Alpha Chi Omega NEW Rhodium Plated Pendant Fob NICE    US $15.00

Greek Letter PATTERN kappa gamma sigma kappa alpha psi pi xi chi omega sigma phi    US $.99

Alpha Chi Omega Lyre Name Square Pewter Decorations    US $10.75

Alpha Chi Omega AXO sterling silver LYRE ring with lab created diamonds NEW    US $38.99

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What better way to remember your sorority's special times than making a commemorative scrapbook. A sorority scrapbook becomes your personal expression for what means the most to you.  It is a handmade book that is an artform of memories.

One of the best purposes for making a sorority scrapbook is to present it to a little sister of a big sister at the end of the year. By including pictures and souvenirs  of parties and events, you'll be giving a very special reminder of a very special friendship.

Collect scrapbook papers in your sorority's colors and trace off your Greek Letters. Cutting  several of each letter  at the same time saves time.  Make letter sets in different sizes and different types to fit the mood of your scrapbook pages.

You can often find sorority scrapbook sets available for purchase to save time like this Alpha Delta Pi set.

Alpha Delta Pi Scrapbook Set

Get ready to make a sorority scrapbook this fall with a scrapbook kit that includes Greek letters and much more.  If you are short on time, precut letters and tags can jump start your scrapbooking weekend.

Other kits that are available this week are for:

Kappa Kappa Gamma Scrapbook Kit

Scrapbooking is a craft that allows you to to express yourself while you make a record of some of your best memories. Scrapbooking is enjoyed by people of all ages and with all kinds of interests.

Sorority t-shirt Sale

Here is the latest Kappa Alpha Theta gift set just in time for fall rush. This set is selling for $11 with shipping under $5.

This is Kappa Alpha Theta best sorority gift buy this week. It won't last long. (I did not make this set. It is listed on ebay)

For any Kappa Alpha Theta crafters, you can make a plaque like the one shown in the picture.

You need:

1. a wooden plaque ( craft stores or Walmart)

2. black and yellow acrylic paint

3. quality paint brush for painting the Greek letters OR a yellow paint pen

4. 1 foot of yellow ribbon.

5. OPTIONAL: Clear Acrylic Spray (Krylon makes a good product)

Paint the yellow edge first. Then add a second coat of paint to the yellow. Let it dry.

Now paint the black. Very carefully paint the black edge against the yellow that is already dry. You will probably need another coat of black also.

When you are happy with the background, then add the greek letters. (I would practice this one paper first with a felt tip pen to get the size and look you want.  With graphite paper you can trace the basic design on to the plaque so that you have something to go by when you start painting)  You need a very good brush to do letter detail nicely. A paint pen is a good option if you are not used to painting detail.

You will probably need a second coat of paint for the letter.

When completely dry:

Optional: spray with Clear Acrylic Spray (protects like varnish)

Decide how much ribbon you want for a hanger. On the back side of the plaque make to fingernail sized puddles of Elmers White Glue, each about 1 inch on the left and on the right of the back top center of plaque. Make sure that the glue is under and over the ends of the ribbon. LET THE GLUE DRY OVERNIGHT.

That's it!!

The Kappa Alpha Theta journal is another item you can make yourself. The trick is to find a journal in the right color and if you like the one in the picture, you might be able to find one like it with the slide slot. Then all you have to do is use some scrapbook paper (or any high quality paper) to make a Kappa Alpha Theta tag.....easy to do since you can work at it on paper until you like it. If you can't find a yellow journal with a slide slot, just see what IS available and be creative with what you can find.

Here are some Sorority Notebooks that you can paint yourself. These were on folder notebooks, but simple painting can be added to any kind of notebook for a nice touch.

This is a 3 Item  Alpha  Delta Pi gift set.
It includes:
1) A D Pi decorative throw pillow. 11” x 11” with blue pom pom accents
2) A D Pi Graphic Note Pad with a cute lion standing in the right corner
3) A D Pi Make Up Bag- Made of waffle fabric, it is machine washable and the bow is removable “Alpha Delta Pi” is embroidered in light blue.
All Items are NEW and never used.

Is this a good deal? The auction had one bid at $7.99 today (Saturday, Aug 8, 2009). Sometimes sets like this only get one bid and someone ends up with a terrific buy. Hurry, auction ends Aug 14, 2009.

This is a new!  Alpha  Delta Pi Lion magnetic message board.  It is a LARGE, just under 11 inches tall! This hangable magnetic marker board with a blue border has rhinestone BLING!  A black marker and two big magnets are included  The letters ALPHA DELTA PI are handpainted on it and a wooden painted LION adorned with felt completes the look.   A Buy It Now for $13.78 .

MAKE YOUR OWN MESSAGE BOARD:

If you want to make your own, pick up a message board at Walmart (you might not be able to find one with a blue border-I don't know....) . Then go to Hobby Lobby or Michaels for a wooden lion cu- out and magnets. I have seen the lion cut-outs that are already painted. You only have to add Greek letters. The image above shows shiny bling. If that is the look you want, just look for that at the craft store, too.

A great gift that is easy to make!

Sorority Sisters Gifts seeks to connect visitors to unique sorority gifts and ideas for hand made sorority gifts that you can make for little or big sisters.  I recently came across this vintage Beta Sigma Phi magazine that is really a treasure.  This sorority magazine sold on eBay for about $5 this week.  I am just impressed by the beauty of the magazine cover that has such a different look than today's magazines.  I also think that an old book or magazine published by a sorority is a worthy collectible and also would make a very special gift.

In the picture below, there are suggestions for Christmas gifts. Notice the lovely cigarette case from back in the day before it was known that smoking is hazardous to your health!

The way to find jewels like this is to check auction listings regularly. We have a link for most sororities on our site that shows you the weekly listings for your sorority on eBay. Of course, sometimes you will only see the same old things listed like tee shirts and manufactured gifts; but occasionally, you'll come across something very special like this magazine that is unique and fairly inexpensive. Don't forget to look and see what is available today.

• Alpha Chi Omega
• Alpha Delta Pi Sorority
• Alpha Epsilon Phi
• Alpha Gamma Delta
• Alpha Kappa Alpha
• Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority
• Alpha Sigma Alpha
• Alpha Sigma Tau
• Alpha Xi Delta Sorority
• Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
• Chi Omega Sorority
• Delta Delta Delta
• Delta Gamma Sorority
• Delta Phi Epsilon
• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
• Delta Zeta
• Gamma Phi Beta
• Kappa Alpha Theta
• Kappa Delta Sorority
• Kappa Kappa Gamma
• Phi Mu Sorority
• Phi Sigma Sigma
• Pi Beta Phi Sorority
• Sigma Delta Tau Sorority
• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority
• Sigma Kappa
• Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority
• Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority

If embroidery or cross stitch is your thing, or if you have a grandmother or mother that loves needlework, these designs make a classy gift to celebrate your affiliation.

This art work can't be finished in a day, so if you want to have a great gift finished in time for Christmas, now is a great time to start stitching.  These Counted Cross Stitch Kits come with #14 aida cloth, DMC floss in the colors required, a needle, the chart and a set of instructions for the sorority (or fraternity) coat-of-arms. Each design cloth is approx. 9" x 12" which should make it easy to frame since it is a standard size.

The only image that I have available is for a fraternity cross stitch kit.  Sorority cross stitch kits that are also available.

These Greek cross stitch kits come in almost every sorority (and fraternity) so check and see if yours is available.

First on the list are Alpha Chi Omega, Alpha Delta Pi, Alpha Gamma Delta, and Alpha Omicron Pi.  Many more sororities are available.

photo credit: quinn.anya

Express yourself! Be creative.....make a scrapbook....make a sorority greeting card for your little sister....make your own sorority gifts.

Some you have asked about the sorority scrapbook cuts.  There used to be Gamma Phi Beta scrapbook sets as well as Kappa Delta sets available on ebay. I am hoping that the seller will have more available soon since there are many of you who are waiting for them to become available.

If you send a message to the seller requesting the scrapbook sets for your sorority be made available, perhaps she will fill the need and offer scrapbook sets for more sororities.

Getting a set like this is a great motivator to get you started making a scrapbook this fall, for yourself or as a gift for you lil or big sister.

See Sorority Scrapbook Ideas

Just cut and fold the scrapbooking paper to make it fit into a standard envelope and you have your basic card made!

You can go super simple and only add your sorority letters or you can make a card that is a work of art with your sorority flower or mascot. Paint a design or use stickers or rubber stamps.  Remember, you can always print out letters or designs from the computer to incorporate into your sorority card, but in a world of manufactured stuff and perfect letters from fonts, handmade and hand drawn has an irresistible appeal.

The following pictures show some ideas for sorority greeting cards for Kappa Delta and Delta Zeta.

These cards are available this week on ebay for a great price (less that $1.50 for a pack of 8!). The seller is only offering sets for these two sororities at this time, but I hope we will see more sororities available. These cards are cute!!

Kappa Delta paraphernalia

Delta Zeta paraphernalia

If you make your own sorority greeting cards, please send us a picture of your creation. We would love to consider posting it on this blog.
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Have you made any other sorority gifts with scrapbook papers?

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Need some cute sorority shirts? This video really shows the quality of the  Greek Lettering  at Greek Gear. This is what you probably want your Greek Letters to look like on the apparel that you buy for your sorority. As always, you get to pick your Greek letters and colors If you looking for something unique, GreekGear has other shirt choices such as cute, fitted sorority polos, fleece shirts with long sleeves, sorority tank tops, and sorority oxfords.

Choose your personalization options for your sorority shirt(s),the color of the shirt and letters AND your sorority's name and your order is ready to complete.

And remember if you need shirts for a small group or your whole chapter, the more sorority shirts you buy, the less they cost you!

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This is a nice item to have if you enjoy making sorority gifts.  I found it on ebay, but I am not sure that it is always available.  Check ad at the bottom of this post to see if it is still available.

Also, the seller says in the description that he has the individual Greek Letters for sale also.  That would save you from buying a lot of letters that you don't need.

You can use this set to make greeting cards and stationary that is personalized.

1. Just get a pack of blank cards in white or the color of your choice.

You can even make your own cards with scrapbook paper.

2. Stamp on your Greek Letters.

3. Then embellish with flowers on any other design.

Draw lightly with a pencil (so you can erase if needed).

4. When you like  your design, then use a fine felt tip marker to make your permanent design.

5. Fill in with colored pencils for a soft look or watercolor markers if you like it brighter.

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