Legal
Terms of Service
Last updated April 2026. Please read carefully before placing an order.
This document is our agreement with you. It covers how orders work, what happens when something goes wrong, and what we both owe each other. We make everything by hand, to order, which shapes a lot of what is written here. Please read this before you buy. Questions? Email involvingmemories@aol.com.
Who We Are
Involving Memories is a veteran-owned custom embroidery, monogramming, and vinyl design business owned and operated by Kajanuary Hodge. We are located at 1305 Pass Rd, Gulfport, Mississippi 39501. We sell handcrafted, made-to-order goods to customers across the United States through our website at involvingmemories.com.
You can reach us at involvingmemories@aol.com or by mail at 1305 Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS 39501.
A Binding Agreement
Mississippi Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, Miss. Code Ann. § 75-12-1 et seq.; E-SIGN Act, 15 U.S.C. § 7001 et seq.
When you place an order on involvingmemories.com, you are entering into a legally binding contract with Involving Memories. Mississippi has adopted the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (Miss. Code Ann. § 75-12-1 et seq.), and the federal E-SIGN Act applies concurrently. Both laws give electronic agreements the same standing as signed paper documents.
Clicking "Place Order," "Confirm Purchase," or any similar button constitutes your electronic agreement to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. You do not need to sign anything on paper.
These Terms apply to every purchase made through this website, by email arrangement, or at local pickup. We may update these Terms from time to time. The version posted on the website at the time you place your order is the version that governs that purchase.
Age Requirements
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), 15 U.S.C. § 6501 et seq.; 16 CFR Part 312.
This website is intended for individuals who are 18 years of age or older. If you are between 13 and 17, you may only use this site with the direct involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian, who must review and agree to these Terms on your behalf.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please do not use this website or submit any personal information. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will delete it promptly. If you believe this has happened, contact us at involvingmemories@aol.com.
Made-to-Order Products
UCC Article 2, § 2-201(c)(1) specially manufactured goods; FTC Mail, Internet, or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule, 16 CFR Part 435; Mississippi Consumer Protection Act, Miss. Code Ann. § 75-24-5.
Every item we sell is made specifically for you. We do not carry finished inventory. When you place an order, we begin sourcing materials, preparing your design file, and scheduling production based on the specifications you provided.
Cancellation Window
You may cancel your order for a full refund within 24 hours of placing it, provided production has not yet begun. To cancel, email us at involvingmemories@aol.com with your order number.
After 24 hours, or once production has started (whichever comes first), your order cannot be cancelled. A monogrammed item, an embroidered piece with your name, or vinyl work with your custom text cannot be restocked or resold.
Shipping Obligations
Under the FTC Mail, Internet, or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule (16 CFR Part 435), we will ship within the timeframe stated at checkout. If we cannot meet that timeframe, we will notify you by email and offer the choice to accept a new estimated date or cancel for a full refund. If we cannot reach you, we will issue a full refund without requiring you to ask.
Defects and Refunds
We stand behind every piece we make. If your order arrives with a problem that is our fault, we will fix it.
We Will Make It Right
- The embroidery, monogram, or vinyl design contains a spelling or design error that differs from what you submitted or approved
- The item arrives physically damaged due to our production process
- The wrong item was sent to you
Email involvingmemories@aol.com within 7 days of delivery with your order number and at least two clear photos. We will respond within 3 business days with a replacement or a full refund including shipping.
Not Our Responsibility
- You submitted artwork, a name, spelling, or instructions that contained an error
- You approved a digital proof and the final item matches what you approved
- You selected the wrong size, colour, or product option at checkout
Please review all names, dates, and custom text carefully before submitting your order. We produce exactly what you give us.
Design Proofs
For certain orders we will send a digital proof by email before production begins. We do not start production until you confirm your approval.
Approval and Revisions
Once you approve a proof, you take responsibility for the accuracy of the design as shown. If you do not respond within 5 business days, we may hold your order until we hear from you, which can affect your production timeline.
We offer up to two rounds of revisions at no charge. Additional revision rounds may be subject to a design fee, which we will tell you about before proceeding.
Intellectual Property
Copyright Act, 17 U.S.C. § 101 et seq.; DMCA, 17 U.S.C. § 512; UCC Article 2.
Artwork You Submit
When you send us artwork, logos, images, or design files, you are representing that you own the copyright, or that you have written permission from the copyright owner to use it for commercial embroidery or vinyl reproduction, or that the artwork is in the public domain.
By submitting artwork, you grant Involving Memories a limited, non-exclusive licence to use it solely for producing your specific order. We will not use your submitted artwork for any other purpose without your written permission.
You are legally responsible for ensuring you have the right to reproduce any artwork you submit. We will not knowingly reproduce trademarked logos, copyrighted characters, or licensed designs for which you do not hold a valid licence. We reserve the right to refuse any order involving unauthorised use of protected intellectual property.
Designs We Create
If we develop an original design for you, Involving Memories retains copyright in that creative work. You receive a licence to use the finished product for personal or business purposes. If you would like to purchase full ownership of an original design we created, contact us to discuss a design transfer agreement.
Our Website Content
All content on involvingmemories.com, including product photos, design samples, logos, and written content, is owned by Involving Memories or used with permission. You may not copy, reproduce, or republish our content without written permission.
If you believe any content on our website infringes your copyright, email us at involvingmemories@aol.com with the subject "DMCA Notice," a description of the work, the URL where the alleged infringement appears, and a statement that you have a good-faith belief the use is unauthorised.
Payments and Sales Tax
Mississippi Sales Tax, Miss. Code Ann. § 27-65-1 et seq.; South Dakota v. Wayfair, 585 U.S. 162 (2018); Mississippi DOR guidance on remote sellers.
We accept credit and debit card payments processed through Stripe. By placing an order, you authorise us to charge the payment method you provide for the total amount shown at checkout, including applicable taxes and shipping. Your payment information is transmitted directly to Stripe and is not stored on our servers.
Sales Tax
Custom embroidery, monogramming, and vinyl items are tangible personal property subject to Mississippi's standard retail sales tax rate of 7% (Miss. Code Ann. § 27-65-17). Tax is calculated at checkout based on your shipping destination. You are responsible for any use tax obligations in your state that we are not required to collect.
In the event of a pricing error on our site, we reserve the right to cancel the affected order and issue a full refund.
Shipping
We ship throughout the United States via USPS, UPS, and FedEx. Local pickup is available at our Gulfport studio by appointment.
Delivery Timelines
Production and estimated ship dates are listed on product pages and in your order confirmation. Once your package is in the carrier's hands, delivery timelines are estimates and are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for delays caused by carriers, weather events, or circumstances outside our control.
Damaged Packages
If your package arrives visibly damaged, photograph the packaging and contents before opening fully, note the damage with the carrier if possible, and contact us within 7 days so we can assist with a claim or replacement.
Local Pickup
Local pickup is by appointment only at 1305 Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS 39501. We will contact you when your order is ready. Please do not come without confirming a pickup time with us first.
You are responsible for providing an accurate shipping address. We are not responsible for lost or undeliverable packages due to incorrect addresses. If a package is returned to us because of an address error, we will contact you and arrange reshipping at your cost.
Governing Law and Disputes
Mississippi Consumer Protection Act, Miss. Code Ann. § 75-24-1 et seq.; venue under Miss. Code Ann. § 11-11-3.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Mississippi, without regard to conflicts of law principles.
Resolve It With Us First
Before pursuing any formal legal action, please contact us at involvingmemories@aol.com and give us a reasonable opportunity to resolve your concern directly. Most issues can be resolved quickly through a conversation.
Venue
Any dispute that cannot be resolved informally will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Harrison County, Mississippi. You consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts. Nothing in these Terms prevents either party from bringing a claim in small claims court in Harrison County if the claim qualifies under applicable limits.
Your Consumer Rights
Nothing in these Terms is intended to waive any rights granted to you under the Mississippi Consumer Protection Act (Miss. Code Ann. § 75-24-1 et seq.). If you believe we have engaged in a deceptive trade practice, you may also file a complaint with the Mississippi Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Limitation of Liability
Mississippi contract law on limitation clauses; Miss. Code Ann. § 75-2-719 (UCC limitation of remedies).
Our Liability Cap
To the maximum extent permitted under Mississippi law, Involving Memories' total liability for any claim arising from a purchase on this website is limited to the amount you actually paid us for the specific order giving rise to the claim.
What Is Not Covered
We are not liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including lost profits, business interruption, or the cost of substitute goods arising from any issue with your order.
What Is Always Protected
This limitation does not apply to claims arising from our fraud, gross negligence, or wilful misconduct. It does not eliminate any consumer rights you have under Mississippi law that cannot be waived by contract. The cap is set at the amount you paid because that ensures you can always recover the full cost of your purchase.
Warranties
Mississippi UCC Article 2, Miss. Code Ann. § 75-2-314 et seq. (implied warranty of merchantability).
We make our products by hand with care and skill. Under the UCC as adopted in Mississippi (Miss. Code Ann. § 75-2-314 et seq.), we warrant that our products are of merchantable quality for their ordinary purpose. If they are not, the remedies described in the Defects and Refunds section apply.
Beyond the implied warranty of merchantability and the express commitments in these Terms, we do not make additional warranties regarding fitness for a particular purpose. This does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.
Force Majeure
Common law doctrine of force majeure; UCC § 2-615 (excuse by failure of presupposed conditions).
We are not in default of our obligations if our performance is delayed or made impossible by causes outside our reasonable control, including:
Qualifying Events
- Hurricanes, tropical storms, tornadoes, floods, or other natural disasters (a known risk in the Gulf Coast region where we operate)
- Fires or other acts of God
- Supply chain disruptions affecting materials availability
- Carrier or postal service shutdowns
- Power outages or infrastructure failures
- Government orders or public health emergencies
- Acts of war or civil disturbance
What Happens Next
If a force majeure event affects your order, we will notify you by email as quickly as possible. You may then choose to wait for the disruption to resolve or cancel your order for a full refund. Refunds are processed within 10 business days of a cancellation request.
Privacy and Data
Mississippi data breach notification, Miss. Code Ann. § 75-24-29; FTC Act, 15 U.S.C. § 45; CAN-SPAM Act, 15 U.S.C. § 7701 et seq.
We collect personal information when you place an order, create an account, or contact us — including your name, email address, shipping address, phone number, and order details. Payment information is handled directly by Stripe and is not stored by us.
Our full Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please read it to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a security breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you without unreasonable delay in accordance with Miss. Code Ann. § 75-24-29.
Email Marketing
If you subscribe to our email list, every marketing email we send will clearly identify itself as a commercial message, include our physical address (1305 Pass Rd, Gulfport, MS 39501), and include a simple opt-out link. We honour all opt-out requests within 10 business days and will not share your email address with third parties for their own marketing purposes, in compliance with the CAN-SPAM Act (15 U.S.C. § 7701 et seq.).
Website Accessibility
Americans with Disabilities Act, Title III, 42 U.S.C. § 12181 et seq.; DOJ WCAG 2.1 AA enforcement benchmark.
We are committed to making our website accessible to people with disabilities. We work toward conformance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, the standard recognised by the Department of Justice for commercial websites under ADA Title III.
Need Help?
If you experience any difficulty accessing our website or need information in an alternative format, please contact us at involvingmemories@aol.com. We will work with you directly. Feedback on any accessibility barriers is always welcome.
General Provisions
No Waiver
If we do not enforce a provision of these Terms in a particular instance, that does not waive our right to enforce it in the future.
Severability
If any provision is found unenforceable by a court, that provision will be severed and the remaining Terms continue in full force.
Entire Agreement
These Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and Involving Memories regarding your use of this website and purchase of our products. They supersede any prior agreements or understandings between us.
Third-Party Links
Our website may link to third-party sites such as shipping carrier tracking pages or social media platforms. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
Contact Us
Questions about these Terms? We are happy to explain anything here in plain language.