The weeks preceding Christmas are not the easiest time of year for many of us. Our jobs seem more demanding, with lots of last-minute things ...

A monogrammed apron displayed at Bespoke Home store in Palo Alto, Calif., on Wednesday, November 7, 2012. Liz Hafalia/The Chronicle. Owners Molly Gibbons (left) and Abby Durban (right) specialize ...

Over the years I have collected a great many of them; in fact, I received a beautiful black-and-white monogrammed apron from my oldest daughter as I recently celebrated my 75th birthday.

The best things you can get monogrammed including tote bags, necklaces, chef jackets, rings, towels, notebooks, beanies, throws, and purses from brands such as Clare ...