postcard design

getting to know you sunday

1.If you had 5000.00 to spend on plastic surgery what would you have done?
Nothing. I'm afraid of needles and surgery!

2. Do you watch Soap operas and if so what is your favorite and why?
Nope, they're not my thing. I do, however, watch The Secret Life of American Teenagers. It's the worst acting I've ever seen on TV but I can't. stop. watching.

3. Favorite clothing brand?
Clothes that fit! I'm not picky about brand :)

4. An afternoon shopping spree at your favorite store or maid service for a year?
Shopping spree, for sure!

5. would you ever vajazzle?
Oh my gosh, I just heard about this for the first time yesterday! And the answer is NO. G-R-O-S-S.

6. Favorite Disney Princess?
I'm not into Disney, although I seriously thought I was Jessica Rabbit when I was 4.

7. Last movie that made you bawl your eyes out? I can't think of the name of it, but the movie with Angelina Jolie looking for her son that was kidnapped.


8. Have you ever broken any bones and if so what?
Knock on wood, I have never broken anything!

wine tags: revised

Earlier this week I made custom wine tag labels for Carol. She was looking for something a bit more bold and really wanted the labels to stand out. While I had color matched the color sample she provided me with, the colors didn't show as dark on my computer screen as they had on hers. What looked purple on her screen looked pink on mine! After providing Carol with my printable color chart as a reference, she chose colors that best reflected her color scheme, and we revised the look of her wine tags!



I like these labels much better. The square monogram compliments the rectangular label, and the colors are bold and striking. These are sure to make a hit at the bridal shower Carol is hosting!

Remember, color varies from monitor to monitor and printer to printer! I highly recommend printing out my color chart on the paper you plan to print your stationery on to get an idea of how the colors print on your paper of choice.

custom drink flags for nellie

Nellie was looking for custom drink flags for her reception. Her bold color scheme of red, black, white & grey is going to look fabulous!

Thanks, Nellie!

freebie friday: sparkler holders & drink flags!

Just in time for the 4th of July!


Print and cut this template on card stock, then add 8" sparklers. Print as many as you need! Using an X-Acto knife, make a slit on the solid lines then add sparklers. Each is designed to hold an 8" sparkler.

You can download the PDF by clicking HERE.

These drink flags were just too cute not to offer on Freebie Friday! Print these on cardstock, then carefully cut with scissors or with a paper cutter. Fold in half [fold marks have been made for you!] then use double sided tape to adhere them around a straw. You can also fold these around lollipop sticks or toothpicks to serve as decorations on your cupcakes and fruit!

You can download the PDF by clicking HERE.

These are for personal use only. Please leave a comment and let me know that you've downloaded this freebie!! [Feel free to post this on your blog, but please link back to me!]

xo

wine labels

Carol is hosting a bridal shower in July at a winery, but wanted custom labels to put on each bottle in honor of the bride. The bridal shower theme is "garden", so Carol wanted to use pinks and greens as her colors but really wanted the label to have a WOW factor.

These labels are compatible with an Avery template, so all Carol has to do is print them out then stick on each bottle! Pretty easy :)

personalized water bottle labels

Abby contacted me through my etsy shop looking for personalized water bottle labels. She wanted them in hot pink, and asked for specific wording to use such as "love is the greatest refreshment in life."

I think these turned out great!

custom monogram design

Chanel emailed me looking for a custom monogram to compliment her wedding invitations. She plans on using the monogram on her wedding programs. Her colors are teal, hot pink and black.

Decorative Monogram for April & Karl

April contacted me through my etsy shop. She wanted a decorative monogram for her wedding that is next week!



Thank you, April! Best wishes on your new life together!

Custom Cupcake Flags

Sabrina contacted me through my etsy shop looking for custom cupcake flag to use at her reception. Using cream, brown and shades of green colors, we used the phrases "Just Married", "VB", "Love", "Amour" and "Yay!"

Traditional Monograms for Lauren & Mitch

Lauren's sister, Allison, thoughtfully offered to help her with her wedding stationery. Allison contacted me earlier this week requesting three wedding monograms for her sister.

Lauren's wedding colors are silver and purple.

new party pack!

A sweet custom of mine, Erica, completely inspired this party printable. She contacted me awhile ago through my etsy shop and asked for napkin wraps and stickers for her daughters Luau themed birthday party. I thought it was the sweetest and colorful party packaging, and I loved it so much that even though I didn't design the decor elements or stationery for her party I wanted to create my own suite.

The suite comes with an invitation, banners [four spell out L-U-A-U and four are blank], napkin wraps, stickers [can be used as cupcake toppers, favor labels, stickers or any other decor!] and printable flowers to make your very own lei.







I'm absolutely smitten with these printables and their color combination. It makes me want to have a party!

I'd love to hear your feedback, and don't forget to stop by my etsy shop!

vintage carnival themed wedding

My husbands college buddy was recently married, and he and his bride threw a vintage carnival themed wedding. We weren't able to attend the ceremony or reception, but I'm absolutely smitten with their pictures!

custom wrap around address labels

Crystal contacted me through my etsy shop looking for address labels to coordinate with her wedding invitations.

Since her envelopes are green, we kept the labels simple using slate circles and a white background, with a few green circles thrown in for extra color.



Thanks, Crystal! I can't wait to see how these turn out.

new stock monograms

freebie friday: cupcake stickers

How cute are these cupcake stickers? They're perfect for a birthday party or a candy buffet at your wedding! Simply print these out on Avery 5294, and you're good to go!

These labels measure a finished size of 2.5"x2.5" and can be used to make cupcake toppers, favor tags, labels, stickers, invitation embellishments, address stickers and more!

You can download the PDF by clicking on the image below.



These are for personal use only. Please leave a comment and let me know that you've downloaded this freebie! As always, I'd LOVE to see what you've created so feel free to send me an email with photos of your crafts!

xo

mazel tov!

Stacey, an event planner, contacted me through my etsy shop. She was looking for custom drink flags and cupcake picks to help style a dessert buffet for a 40th anniversary party that she is hosting... today!!

The colors of the party are Black and White damask with red accents. The drink is a red drink in a clear glass cup and the straws are white. She chose to have it personalized with "Mazel Tov" in a script font.




I love the black/white/red contract, and the damask adds a pop of pattern that is just perfect for this event!

Thanks, Stacey! I look forward to working with you in the future!

custom monogram design

Monograms are an elegant, understated, versatile, and a dramatic visual reminder of your new life together. They can be used on your stationery, on your wedding favors, made into stickers or stamps! The possibilities are truly endless, and using your monogram can add a personal touch to anything.

Jamie ordered a custom monogram for her August 2010 wedding. Her colors are purple and silver. She wanted to incorporate damask elements into the design, and will be having her monogram displayed as a gobo light on the dance floor!




Thanks again, Jamie! Best wishes!

custom address labels

April ordered custom address labels.

Wrap around labels are a great way to add an artistic touch to your envelopes!

Thanks again, April!

inspiration: country chic.

i still love YOU.

I wasn't in a very good mood this morning. I only had one cup of coffee (I have to monitor my caffeine intake according to my RE), I was running late for work, and during my morning drive I ran over a chipmunk. Yes, it was that kind of morning. But you should have seen the smile on my face when I logged into flickr.com once I got to work only to see an email from Melissa Esplin of ISLY!

Melissa is the creative genius behind ISLY (I Still Love You) and recently held a flickr challenge on her blog, sponsored by a local scrap booking supply shop. I entered the contest [my cupcake flags] but my hopes weren't high. I was up against 500 other entries!

Well, I won. And Melissa gave me permission to post about this on my blog.

I'm so excited!





Thanks again, Melissa!

vintage inspired engagement session