2012 Spring Color Trend Alert!

From what I've seen in the studio lately, March and April brides are loving all shades Purple for their wedding day! I don't blame them for using such a pretty hue - it's truly a statement color, bringing a sense of elegance and splendor to your big day.

Here are a few pieces we've recently created for our spring brides....

From Eggplant to Lavender to Lapis, every shade of purple is popping up in weddings this season. No complaints here - from a design perspective, it's a shade that easily pairs with just about any other color. Need help with purple color combo ideas? Here are some of our favorites...




....this post on The Wedding Chicks blog, featuring one of our very own Fall 2011 couples! Their soft color scheme of purple, apricot & green has such an ethereal & romantic feel!

...this gorgeous photo gallery by Loverly, full of inspirational photos featuring purple wedding decor & attire!

Already planning on using a shade of purple in your wedding? We'd love to hear more about your color scheme! Feel free to share your color pairings & purple decor ideas below!

Weekend Chatter: Books, Tables, and a {Super} Bowl

It's so close to the release date of Amy Atlas' new book! I already have mine on pre-order via Amazon...do you?

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We are putting the final touches on our paperie for the upcoming Art of the Table event, which will grace the table designed by Boldly Chic Events and Design Group! The event is taking place on March 4th at the Columbia Club in downtown Indy. Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance & stop by to check out the stunning event inspiration, put together by Indy's most talented event planners, florists, and caterers.

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And last, but certainly not least....

{Unless you're living under a rock} Everyone knows that the Super Bowl is this Sunday! I must say, living in this year's host city has been quite an experience. I am SO PROUD of the great press our wonderful city is getting, and hope that the whole country is is taking note - from it's Hoosier hospitality to it's vast experience in hosting large events (Hello! Indy 500 = the largest single-day sporting event in the WORLD), it's clear to see that Indianapolis is a world-class city. =)

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Cheers to bustling weekend ahead! Who will you be rooting for on Sunday?

Thanks + Giving

We hope that all of you are enjoying the extended holiday weekend!

We were lucky enough to spend Thanksgiving back home at my parent's house, complete with delicious home cooking & wonderful company. It's nice to travel back to "small town" Indiana every once in a while, where there's no traffic or a cell phone signal to be found. In all honesty, I was thankful for a little break from our usual, fast-paced city life. =)

Now that I'm back in the studio....it's OUR turn to give back to all of our fans, for which we are SO thankful!

In honor of Small Business Saturday, we are offering a special deal for today only!

* drumroll please*

Today only, you can get our ever-popular, large boxed notecard sets for $10.00/each - that's 50% off!


These sets include 45 flat notecards (4.25" x 5.5") & 45 white euroflap envelopes. Items customizable in your choice of colors & name preference.

Design options include our Baroque Frame set....

...our Damask set...

...and our Modern Monogram set!

These make perfect gifts for the school teacher, sister, mom, co-worker or girlfriend on your Christmas list! Or you can even snag a set for yourself - when customized in Christmas colors, they make lovely Christmas notecards to include with your gifts!

Here's How To Order:
Please email us at interprintations@gmail.com with the following details.
* Quantity desired
* Design(s), Colors and Names for each set
* email address for which to send the final invoice
Once we've received the above information, we'll promptly send you a Paypal invoice, where you'll be able to complete your payment online. Once purchased, your items will print and ship within 7-10 business days. {Shipping Fees will apply.}

This special offer expires at midnight, so be sure to submit your order asap! We hope you enjoy today's big sale - and be sure to visit all of your favorite local businesses today in support of Small Business Saturday!

Catching up

This year's wedding season rushed in so fast that we've hardly had time to keep up with ourselves....let alone maintain the blog! So I must apologize for the absence - I'm finally starting to get caught up {as much as I can, anyway} and am stepping back into the blogosphere. =)

As I wade through the craziness that has ensued within the studio, I can't help but get excited about what's still ahead for Interprintations this summer...

For starters, our Etsy shop is breeching the milestone of 300 sales since opening in the Spring of 2010. We are also currently creating new product lines, starting with rustic veneer (wood) invitations & letterpress sets! {Stay tuned to our Facebook page for teaser photos!}

So I promise to step it up on the blog over the summer, and look forward to sharing a LOT of new items & photos from our latest weddings. For now, I'll leave you with some teasers from the last few weeks.....

Nora + Kevin | May 20, 2011 | Photo by Meghann Gregory Photography


Christa + Tony | June 10, 2011 | Photos by Nate Crouch Photography





Stephanie + Nathan | May 21, 2011 | Personal Photos

Have a FABULOUS weekend! =)

Are you an Interprintations bride?
We would love to feature your wedding on our website & blog! Please email us at interprintations@gmail.com for more information on photo submissions.}

Take a seat...

If you've been keeping an eye on our Etsy shop this week, you've probably seen these beauties pop up among our listings....

...our new line of place cards! {Aren't they lovely?}

Place cards have been in such popular demand this season, that we've decided to bring them back to our Etsy shop. Whether your event's style is traditional, modern, or casual, we have a design to fit everyone's style.

Place cards are a great way to ensure your guests don't have to fuss over where to sit during your reception. Using place cards help you control who sits where, guaranteeing that everyone will be seated with other guests they know or will get along with well. {I know when I attend any reception or party, it's a courtesy that I always appreciate!}

Each card measures 3.5" x 2.5" folded, and are customizable in your color & font preferences. Cards may also be used as escort cards, with printed table numbers inside the folded card.

For pricing information, please visit our Etsy shop
or email us at interprintations@gmail.com for a custom quote.

New Product Showcase: Vintage Frame Grad Announcement

It's finally spring, which brings with it warmer weather, prom & wedding season, and....graduation! =)

If you have a soon-to-be high school or college graduate in your life, announce their accomplishment in style with a chic graduation announcement card!

Today we're featuring one of our favorite designs - the Vintage Frame graduation announcement card. This custom design features an ornate baroque frame, showcasing your senior's favorite photo. The colors are customizable to match the photo selection, and the modern fonts are perfect for your teenage trend-setter!

This card measures 5" x 7" and is printed on lux heavy weight cardstock. Pricing starts at $1.40/card, and includes pearlescent envelopes in your color choice {shown above with the navy pearlescent envelope}.

Does your grad want their own, one-of-a-kind design? No problem! We can create an exclusive design that reflects their unique style & personality - email us today at interprintations@gmail.com for a free consultation.

Loving the photography in today's featured item? It was provided by the fabulous Molly Connor at Molly Connor Photography! Not only is she incredibly talented, but her senior photo sessions are incredibly affordable!

Snappening: Indy's new event planning resource!

Planning a wedding, shower, reunion, or other event in Central Indiana?

Then you MUST check out Indy's new virtual resource - Snappening!

After hearing quite a bit of buzz about this resource among the Indy event planning circle, I knew I wanted to learn more. I had the pleasure of actually attending one of Snappening's industry receptions on Tuesday - where they filled us in on how easy they'll be making it for Indy-area consumers to search for venues & professional planners.

And it's not just for consumers, either! With their planning dashboard {complete with calendars, address books, and easy access to their Advertising/PR partners}, professional planners & venue managers will also benefit from the site.

So forget the exhaustive searches via the online search engines {that oftentimes yield irrelevant results}! Snappening is the latest and greatest resource for finding Indy's best venues and professional planners for your next event. =)

Check it out!

New Product Showcase: Martini Soiree Invitation

Attention, bridesmaids! If you're in charge of planning the bachelorette party, be sure to start the event off on the right foot - with a fabulous invitation!

The invitation should always match the style of the event, as well as the personality of the bride-to-be. If the bride's style is fun yet sophisticated, consider our latest design - the Martini Soiree party invitation. Customizable in your color preferences, it is perfect for that big city bachelorette bash!

Check it out...

Gorgeous fonts add chic sophistication to the invitation...


An edgy martini glass silhouette keeps it modern...


Customizable in your color & text preferences!

After receiving this invitation in the mail, your guests will know to come prepared for a fabulous and fun Girls Night Out. {Matching favor tags, party buttons, and thank you cards are also available!}

Email us today for a price quote & free digital proof!

Two years ago....

....I married the love of my life. =)

I couldn't have asked for better company or better weather on what turned out to be the perfect day. I always love reminiscing......

Happy 2-year anniversary, sweetheart! Here's to many more anniversaries in our journey through Happily Ever After.

Photos by Randall's Photography
Ceremony & Reception held at Valle Vista Golf Club
Stationery by Interprintations
Flowers by Kathy's Kloset
Cake by Sweet Seductions

A Colorful Week

All I can say is.....TGIF! It has been one CRAZY week!

I started off the week by meeting with the amazing vendors of Your Formal Affair in Carmel, which I've recently joined. It's a collaboration of Indy's premier wedding professionals, all showcased at 1117 S. Rangeline Road.

During our meeting, we worked on finalizing the details for our upcoming bridal show on Sunday February 27th - be sure to put it on your calendar! Lots of great vendors, delicious food, tasty wine samples, and tons of great deals & door prizes for wedding services. {Plus, all proceeds are going to the American Heart Association!}

Then, mid-week, this happened....



Which delayed some of our order shipments - needless to say, I was NOT happy to wake up to this! I have way too much to get done to be snowed in. But I have since shoveled the driveway & am happy to report that I made it out alive. =)

The last two days have been filled with Etsy orders, custom designs, rehearsal dinner & wedding invitations. Here's a sneak peek at today's big order - a lovely color combo, I must say! I love that brides are ordering more and more of these clutch pocket invites...

Clutch Pocket Invitation: a modern version of the traditional "pocketfold" - a flat-panel pocket (no "fold"), with the invitation mounted on one side, and the inserts tucked in on the opposite side.

Ahhhh.......and now time to relax. =) I don't know about you, but I'll be relaxing this evening, staying out of the -3 degree temps, watching some TV & eating some fabulous Chinese takeout. {Is it dinner time yet??}

Sweet Luxury

If you've been to a wedding reception in recent years, you've more than likely seen your fair share of candy bars. It's a great substitute for pre-packaged favors, and gives your guests a selection of goodies to take home.

{Candy Bar: a tablescape featuring various jars & canisters filled with colorful candy.}

But why not take it to the next level? Make it a true sweets table, complete with your favorite sweet treats like cupcakes, truffles, cookies, and colorful beverages. Organize it in a way that will take their breath away - think pretty paper labels and everything lined up neatly in rows.

And don't feel like you have to wait until your wedding reception to feature a luxurious sweets table - set one out at the next baby shower, bridal shower or party you throw!

I recently held a holiday party at my house - just a small gathering of my fellow sorority sisters living {or spending the holidays} in the Indy area. I thought, what better time to try my hand at a sweets table than at a holiday party?

I called up Lori from Boldly Chic Events for help with the set-up, and I have to say I'm elated with the end result! I'm pretty sure my guests also appreciated the attention to detail & delicious treats....

A Holiday Proposal: Now what?

The family is gathered, the atmosphere is festive, the scenery is picturesque.......what sets the stage for a wedding proposal better than the holiday season?

This is one of the most popular times of the year to pop the question. And if you recently became engaged over the holidays - Congratulations!

While the thought of wedding planning might put your mind in a tizzy, it is only as stressful as you let it be. Here are a few tips to help you tackle the process with style & grace. =)

Take the first couple of weeks to relax & enjoy being a new bride-to-be.
While most new brides-to-be will rush out to buy a dress, rent a venue, and hire a caterer......it's best to let the dust settle before kicking up your heels again. Once you do begin the planning process, you will have had the time to gather your emotions & thoughts regarding what you want in a wedding.

Set a budget. And stick to it.
One of the biggest problems with brides & grooms today is overspending. Look at your income {and parent contributions, if available}, and determine what you can afford to spend without any debt. Then divide your budget into categories (flowers, photography, dress), and don't budge unless you're willing to pull funds from another category. One thing you don't want to have hanging over you as newlyweds is more debt.

Hire a wedding planner!
Don't be intimidated by the term - wedding planners will work with your budget. It will be a huge stress reliever to have someone helping you organize & make sense of your 4-inch binder of inspirational ideas. Whether it's a full-scale planner who manages your contracts & design details, or just a day-of coordinator, you will be SO glad you relinquished control to a pro.

Do your research.
Before you begin hiring {or even meeting with} vendors, look up their reviews online & ask around about their reputation. Vendor reviews from past clients are your best indication as to whether they are reliable, professional & knowledgeable within their chosen profession.

Best of luck in the wedding planning process! And don't forget to send save-the-date cards to your out-of-town guests, so they can get an early start on their travel plans. =)

Twenty Ten in Review

Interprintations - 2010 in review!

What a fun, frantic, fabulous year it's been in the Interprintations studio! I am so proud of all the accomplishments I was able to conquer this year, and am filled with anticipation to see what's to come in 2011!

I tested our luck at our first bridal show in September - with great success! We are already getting positive feedback & booking brides for summer/fall 2011.

Our Etsy shop saw 143 new customers this year! The customer feedback has been phenomenal. Our designs are selling themselves & our customers are spreading the word about Interprintations - we couldn't be more proud. =)

Our Facebook page has accumulated 147 fans - thank you to all who are following us!
{...and for those of you who are not, here's the link!}

I joined a wonderful local organization called AlphaChicks - an organization for strong, professional women entrepreneurs in the Indianapolis area. I have met some fabulous women & made some great business/networking connections. I'm so glad to call myself
an Alpha Chick!
{This is more of a personal feat for me, but I still wanted to share in case there are any other Indy-area women entrepreneurs reading our blog!}

Thank you to all of our friends, family, fans & customers for your continued support. Interprintations would not be where it is today without you!

I hope everyone has had a prosperous & productive 2010! Cheers to a promising 2011!

Heading South for the Winter...

No need to adjust your screen. You read the blog title correctly. We're headed south for the winter! =)

Ok, ok....it's just for a few days....but I couldn't be more excited! We're leaving today and will be spending 5 days in Charleston, SC. We're heading down there for the wedding of a close friend, so we decided to make a mini vacation out of it. =)

Probably to no surprise, we already have a jam-packed itinerary! I can't wait to shop at all the little boutiques {especially Vieuxtemps), have cocktails with the girls at the Rooftop Bar, and head to the main event (the wedding & reception!) at The Historic Rice Mill Building!

Needless to say, the shop will be closed for a few days. However, we plan to have plenty of recaps and photos to share when we return on Tuesday!

Coupon Craze

If you know me, you know I am a true bargain shopper. I don't leave the house without a stack of coupons in my purse.

Whether it's groceries, clothing, makeup, office supplies.....you name it, and I can find you a coupon for it. =)

As I've been completing my holiday shopping over the last couple of weeks, I thought about how I should share my coupon hunting tricks. So in an effort to help you save a few $$ over this holiday season, here are some helpful tips...

1) Google "(store name)" and "printable coupon"...be sure the use the quotations! You may have to check out a few of the search results, as some may be expired. But this is a fairly easy way to find an active coupon for your shopping destination.

2) Check out this site before heading out the door...it has all of the active coupons for most popular department stores, craft stores, hardware stores & bookstores.

3) A lot of stores will take their own expired coupons - so don't throw them away just yet. Next time you go to the store, bring them along just in case! {Bed Bath & Beyond is a big one - they will take any of their coupons, no matter how old the expiration date. So stock pile those mailers to use on Christmas, birthday, or wedding registry gifts!}

4) Be a cardholder! You don't necessarily have to use it - but holding a store credit card entitles you to more {and better!} coupons. Case in point - JCPenney mails their card holders $10 certificates {$10 off $10+ purchase} every month or two. That's $60-$120 in free stuff. I hardly ever use my JCP card, but just being in their system entitles me to frequent coupon mailers.

5) Before you head to the grocery store, check Red Plum for food & beverage coupons! Also, watch for the Red Plum & ValPak mailers in your mailbox. These are great coupon resources, so don't toss them out without sifting through them.

6) Want to save a little on your stocking stuffers or holiday party invitations? Enter the coupon code HOLIDAY2010 for 10% off your next purchase in our Etsy shop.


Hopefully this helps make your holiday shopping a little easier. =) Happy Holidays!