Christyo8
Chicagoan, Wedding Calligrapher & Stationer, Blogger, Print Prod Mgr & Jr. Web Designer. Bulls/Sox/Bears lover too! Thanks for reading. Visit me on the web...
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CT-Designs Calligraphy & Wedding Stationery
http://blog.ct-designs.com/
This blog mostly features advice to engaged couples on how to navigate through the stationery-related portion of their upcoming nuptials!
Think: envelopes, calligraphy, invitations and much more!
LATEST ARTICLES ( 394 )
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Fun With Wedding Sparklers
It's that time of year... Apple pies, picnics and fireworks; this summer is flying by and it is already the Fourth of July. Today, we are going to share some fu... Read more
Posted on 04 July 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
DIY: Paper Wedding Flowers
Flowers are just plain pretty. They are fresh and sweet, a symbol for love and growth which makes them a perfect detail for many weddings. Read more
Posted on 01 July 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Chevron and Floral Day of Wedding Elements
Remember when we introduced the marriage between Chevron and Florals back in March? Well, we got an opportunity to do the "day of" materials for the reception a... Read more
Posted on 29 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Pets and Your Wedding Paper
Including pets in your wedding day is becoming far more common then you might imagine. For many people, pets are not just pets they've become members of the... Read more
Posted on 27 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Bored of the Same Old Websites?
Hey everyone, it's Colleen your friendly blogger, social media gal and bride-to-be. Since becoming engaged I've found myself visiting the same wedding sites ove... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Engagement Invitations: A Bride's Journey
Hello everyone! These past few weeks have been very hectic but fun! Over Memorial Day Weekend, our families decided to celebrate our engagement by throwing us... Read more
Posted on 22 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Paper Signs of Love
image from A Paper ProposalIt's possible to create a very long and lovely paper trail during a courtship into a proposal and finally a marriage; love letters... Read more
Posted on 20 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
DIY: Makin' Envelope Pretty
Who doesn't appreciate those extra details that really make your cards pop?! An envelope liner is one way you can add a little surprise of color and pattern tha... Read more
Posted on 18 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Munaluchi Bride Magazine Coming June 2012
Latest edition of Munaluchi BrideMunaluchi Bride magazine on shelves and available online digitally June 2012! They have not disappointed so far and we'll be... Read more
Posted on 15 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Fashion Inspiring Paper
Hey fashionistas! There are many ways to bring your amazing sense of style and commitment to fashion into your wedding details and paper needs. Read more
Posted on 13 June 2012 LIFESTYLE -
Wedding Infographics
If you've been anywhere near the interwebs in the last year or so you've either seen or heard mention of infographics. If you are still wondering what exactly i... Read more
Posted on 11 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Paper Lovelies on the Big Day
Table number by CT-DesignsOk brides-to-be, it's all happening. Your big day is just around the corner and it's going to be magical and full of beautiful... Read more
Posted on 08 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Reviewing the 2012 National Stationery Show
Well you know its been a busy season for me if I am JUST now getting around to posting about NSS! This was my first show and I had a wonderful time:I met... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
The New Kids...
Summer InternLonyae has recently graduated from Vanderbilt University with a degree in Early Childhood Education but paper is her first love. Read more
Posted on 04 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Introducing Patterns to Your Stationery
A few weeks back I highlighted both popular and obscure patterns that you could introduce to your wedding stationery in order to help distinguish it from other... Read more
Posted on 01 June 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Navigating the Return Address: A Bride's Journey
Hi Everyone! I am really excited to be blogging about my wedding journey. My fiancée and I got engaged back in December 2011 and our wedding date is set for... Read more
Posted on 09 May 2012 WEDDING -
Introducing Guest Bridal Blogger: Michelle Espedido
Happy Monday! Wanted to introduce CT-Designs guest blogger, Michelle Espedido. Michelle is a friend to the company and helps out with the calligraphy overflow!... Read more
Posted on 07 May 2012 WEDDING -
Wedding Color Inspiration: Merlot, Plum and Olive
Color inspiration of the week: Merlot, Plum and OliveThis color palette is not in the mainstream, but I think its a stunning choice for an October 2013 wedding... Read more
Posted on 25 April 2012 WEDDING -
Peeking Inside: Martha Stewart Weddings Spring 2012
Have you picked up your Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine yet? SUCH a nice stationery nugget inside the Spring 2012 issue, I just HAD to share it. It's Stationer... Read more
Posted on 24 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Escort Cards & Beverage Glasses
Escort cards are discussed all of the time, but how about cards coupled with your guests beverages? These are a nice touch and there are different ways to... Read more
Posted on 23 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING