Playing Catch Up!

The Etsy shop has been closed for the holidays, all of the holiday card orders have been shipped, my Christmas shopping is done and all of the presents are wrapped....

...aside from a couple of batches of fudge & cookies to make, I'm officially ready for the holiday weekend! =)

Now that things are finally quieting down around here (for the first time since, well, last holiday season), I've had time to catch up on some of my favorite things. First and foremost being my blog roll! I have so many fabulous blogs to read, and so little time.

I always love sharing my favorite blogs, so here are a few of my favorite ones that I've caught up on from the last few weeks....

STYLE SECTION

Do you follow the fashionably fabulous Jessica Quirk on What I Wore? You DON'T?! Well, you really should. =)

I am in awe of her effortless style, and love when she offers up fabulous tips on the perfect outfit or easy updates to your wardrobe. Today's blog features tips straight from her new book, advising on how to easily update your closet for 2012 - take a look!

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AROUND THE HOUSE

At my house, we're currently working on a couple of bathroom remodeling projects....which has now inspired me to revamp a handful of other rooms in the house! I now find myself seeking out home decor & home improvement blogs to add to my blog roll. My latest favorites are Material Girls and The Inspired Room.
(Which also reminds me....I need to put a trip to Pottery Barn and Crate & Barrel on my calendar for next Monday. Can't wait to check out their post-holiday sales!)

LOCAL NEWS

This goes to show just how far behind I am on my blog reads! How did I miss this awesome post by Snappening, detailing some fabulous Super Bowl party ideas? From the perfect venue in Indianapolis to party activities to the perfect invitation, it is chock full of great ideas.

(...and thanks to Snappening for mentioning us in the article!)

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!

Small Business Saturday - Mark your Calendars!

According to the Small Business Saturday Consumer Spend Survey 2011, 61% of consumers plan to shop at locally-owned clothing & accessories stories the weekend after Thanksgiving. Are you one of them? {source}

This year, Small Business Saturday falls on November 26th - so mark your calendars! It's a great way to bring exposure and generate extra business to your locally-owned retail shops, restaurants and other small businesses. It's also a great way to support your local economy & ensure your gifts are one-of-a-kind items. =)


....and if you own a small business, be sure to check out the Small Business Saturday Facebook page and website for in-store signage, e-marketing tips & materials, and the opportunity to earn $100 in free Facebook ads.

I'm sure most of you are already making plans for Black Friday shopping. However, please be sure to save a little bit of that shopping energy for Small Business Saturday!!

(....and keep an eye on our Facebook & twitter pages.....there just might be a fun coupon code for Small Business Saturday!)

Etsy Envy: November Finds

As I dined at one of my favorite local lunch spots this week, I spotted a wonderful little quote painted on the wall...

"The fondest memories are made when gathered around the table."

I thought this was so fitting for today's post! This month's Etsy Envy centers around the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday - the perfect time to enjoy a wonderfully delicious meal & fabulous conversation, all while being surrounded by those you love the most. =)

If you're hosting Thanksgiving at your place this year, here are a few fun items that are sure to make a lasting impression & set the tone for those fond family memories....

Personalized "Big Turkey" & "Lil Turkey" aprons by Heather Rogers Designs
Expecting to have {kid-sized} helping hands in your kitchen this year? Help them play the part of Thanksgiving "chefs" with these adorable personalized aprons!

Pudka Pod Potpourri by Huckleberrie Primitives Candle Co.

A subtle Country Harvest scent a great way to accent your home this autumn holiday. I've always found this scent to be so relaxing & inviting. I'm sure your guests will, as well! Plus, the lovely fall colors will blend well with your other decor.

Rustic Candlestick Holders by bragging bags
Finish off your perfect table decor with these chic, rustic candlestick holders! The colors are so neutral that you could even get away with leaving them out year-round. ;-) (At least in my household, anyway - brown hues seem to be my favorite color palette!)


Vintage-Inspired Place Cards by Ask Amy
Impress your guests by customizing each place setting with these pretty place cards. Complete with pretty fall foliage and autumn hues, they'll tie in well with the rest of your table decor.

Retro Tea Towel by Kitch Towel
....and if you're heading to someone ELSE'S house for the holiday, check out these fun & festive tea towels! Paired with your favorite soup mix or some homemade pumpkin bars, they make the perfect hostess gift. =)

Have some of your own favorite fall-themed Etsy items? We'd love to hear from you! Feel free to share them below...

A Spooktacular Evening!

I hope everyone had a happy Halloween! I must say, this year was one one of the most fun Halloweens I've had in a long time. =)

Here at our house, we celebrated in true fashion. Our trick-or-treaters were greeted by scary skulls, creepy lights, spooky sound effects.....and my husband in a crazy clown costume!!

....and if the kids were brave enough to approach our haunted porch, they received a handful of our favorite treats - snickers, m&ms, skittles, tootsie rolls, dots & laffy taffy!


We had so much fun seeing all of this year's trick-or-treaters! Plus, the kids got a kick out of my husband's costume. There were a few younger kids that were a tad frightened by him.....but I just met them halfway down the sidewalk with their candy, in my un-scary pirate get-up. =)

Now we just need to make another trip to Party City - they had some awesome Halloween decor ideas, which I'm sure will now be 75% off! Time to stock up for Halloween 2012! I just love a good clearance sale. =)

How did you spend Halloween this year?

Weekend Recap: A Favorite Read & Fabulous Event

This weekend has been so wonderful! I squeezed in some family time yesterday (...and got to see our precious nephew), received one of my FAVORITE wedding reads in the mail, and even had the chance to drop by the ceremony & reception set-up for some of our local clients. =)

If you haven't ordered or picked up a copy of the latest issue of Southern Weddings, you are truly missing out! I was beyond thrilled to see this beauty in my mailbox when I arrived home yesterday afternoon. Their largest issue yet (seriously, this thing is HUGE!) is jam-packed with gorgeous photos, inspiring details & lovely stories. It's a must-read for everyone planning a wedding, working in the industry, or just loves hosting parties & events. =)


As mentioned before, I was able to swing by my clients' ceremony & reception set-up, which was taking place at D'Amore in downtown Indy. I dropped off some custom-designed program cards, escort cards & various coordinating signage to be used throughout the event.


As always, I had a blast finalizing the "day of" stationery with Lori at Boldly Chic Events - her chic style & attention to detail are incredible!

The florals & event decor provided by David at The Empty Vase were also stunning - check out these lovely arrangements that graced the ceremony space & escort card table!


I can't wait to see the photos captured by Soda Fountain Photography! I always love seeing how everything turns out at our clients' events. =)

Now it's back to the studio to finish production for our remaining fall weddings......April + Brad in Indy, Melissa + Charles in San Francisco, and Jessica + Shane in Charleston!

Enjoy the final hours of your weekend, everyone!

Fall is in full swing

I cannot believe it's October already. This year is flying by faster than any before it. Well, you know what they say! Perhaps I'm just having too much fun in 2011. =)

Here's a quick peek at some of the fun things we've been up to lately...

Dulin & Stephanie - 9/4/2011 - Carmel, Indiana

Matt & Jenn - 9/17/2011 - Indianapolis, IN


David & Christiana - 9/3/2011 - Indianapolis, IN


Designing a new logo & branding material for one of our favorite local businesses - Cake Zen

...and as I look at my production calendar for the next month, I'm reminded of a trend I've seen over the last 2 years - September & October are becoming the hottest months in which to plan a wedding (and I'm not talking temperatures). Fall is beginning to rival summer for the title of busiest wedding season!

To no surprise, I'm one happy wedding pro, as autumn is by far my favorite time of year. =) I love creating paperie to coordinate with the warm, autumn color schemes and rustic-inspired decor! I've been looking forward to these weddings all year & can't wait to see how they turn out....

Next up for Interprintations - a handful of lovely October weddings at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, D'Amore in downtown Indianapolis, the Milltop in Noblesville, and the stunning Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston, SC!

Stay tuned for teaser photos of our upcoming October events!