It's A Beautiful Day

I had planned on dedicating today to a photo shoot of new stationery, but I was so distracted by the amazing sunshine and beautiful fall weather. I couldn't resist capturing the stunning fall foliage around the yard. Most wonder why we love the midwest so much, well here are just a few (of many) reasons...

It seems that even the kitty loves watching the leaves turn just as much as we do....

More stationery updates (and website updates!) to come in the next few days. I hope the weather and scenery is just as beautiful in your part of the world!

Starting with Save-the-Dates

These handy little cards are more than an announcement of your engagement and upcoming nuptials. They show your guests that their attendance is so important to you, that you want to give them plenty of advance notice!

Let these cards be the first of many creative outlets during your wedding planning process. There are so many avenues you can take...

• Tie in your wedding colors & theme (love fall colors? Going for a nautical theme? Have an admiration for damask patterns? We can do it all!)
• Feature a shared hobby between you and your fiance'
• Use a motif or silhouette of your wedding location as a background image (City skylines are always a huge hit!)
• Introduce your destination wedding location to your guests (who doesn't love tropical decor?)

Most couples send out their save-the-date cards approximately 4 to 5 months before their wedding date. However, if your wedding date falls around a holiday, they should be sent out as soon as your date & location are finalized. That way your guests can plan their holiday festivities around your big day.

Save-the-date cards are a necessity if you plan to have guests travel for a destination wedding. Send them as early as possible, giving your guests ample time to make their travel arrangements and time off of work.

We love doing custom designs....so let us know what you're looking for. We're happy to help make a one-of-a-kind stationery suite, exclusively for you!

Samples of our latest designs....

Help them find their way!

Today's Wedding Tip

Personalizing your Out-of-Town Bags

Are you planning to make out-of-town bags for your hotel guests' rooms? Try including a customized map from Pantomime Papers to add a personal touch. I absolutely love their attention to detail and amazing artwork!

Your guests will appreciate this extra effort to point out the local attractions and fun facts around your wedding location.

Other suggestions for OOT Bags....

• Include a Welcome Letter from the Bride & Groom
  
• Use totes in your wedding colors
• Throw in a couple bottles of water
• Toss in snacks from vendors original to the area (old-fashioned candy shops, bakeries, etc.)
• Collect and include coupons for local businesses & restaurants
• Other items to think about: mints, travel-size toothpaste, single-use laundry detergent packet (if hotel has laundry facility), contact sheet with Bridal Party info for emergencies or questions.
• Postcards of local attractions - one pre-addressed to you, with instructions for guests to let you know how they enjoyed your wedding weekend! The other for their own personal use.

Be sure to use our monogrammed tags & stickers to help personalize the water bottles, totes and other items for your OOT Bags!

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Damask Strikes Again!

Our latest bride contacted us with a desire for an original damask save-the-date card. With our everlasting love for all things damask, we happily obliged! We have fittingly titled this new stationery collection as the Lapis collection. Check it out...

The lapis and silver colors contrast each other beautifully. We adore her choice in wedding colors! We can't wait to see how everything else turns out.

Congrats Adana & Tyler on your engagement!

Posh Paisley Collection

Today’s Feature Collection

Posh Paisley

It's definitely not your Granny's old-fashioned paisley pattern!

The updated Posh Paisley motif is fun, fresh and feminine. Perfect for the bride who's searching for a leafy, floral pattern that's not too traditional.

The invitation featured above measures 5"x7", and the save-the-date card is 3"x5" (also available in 5"x7"). White envelopes are included with both, and are lined in your choice of color.

For customized proofs and price quotes, be sure to contact us!