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• The Wedding Map

  

  Ahhh, the wedding map. It is becoming somewhat of a dinosaur with the dawn of GPS isn't it? Although it has become a "nice to have" I am still a fan of this... Read more

  Posted on 22 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Wedding Stationery Trend: Silhouettes

  

  I've been seeing silhouettes emerging more and more as a theme that runs throughout a couple's nuptials. Its really just as nice as a monogram and sometimes... Read more

  Posted on 22 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Best Wedding Pinterest Boards Pt. II

  

  I've been bumping into so many great Pinterest boards, I had to share. I did my first Pinterest Board roundup back in December. Whether you are just starting... Read more

  Posted on 22 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Calligraphy Spotlight: Southside Script

  

  I've been underground working on tons of calligraphy... Thought I'd spotlight some of it... This is Southside Script. Ivory ink on Paper Source Slate colored... Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Wooden Wedding

  

  Wood has become a very popular medium for wedding invitations and save the dates... With Farm, Shabby Chic and Rustic/Vintage themes being so prevalent, it make... Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Bridal Shower Invitation Ideas

  

  Thought I'd share a couple of bridal shower invitations today... These are all available on my Etsy Shop. Hope it sparks an idea for you or better yet,... Read more

  Posted on 09 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Tie It Up With String

  

  Happy #WeddingWednesday! I'm hoping I will get the opportunity to execute a "bundle" type invitation suite this season.There is something nice about guests... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Wedding Vendor Search: 5 Good Minutes with Makeup Artist/Hair Stylist -...

  

  I'll be spending 5 good minutes with some of my favorite wedding vendors in the coming months. I hope these little snapshots help you make some good decisions... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Fun With Wedding Stationery Folds

  

  There are so many cute folding options out there for your wedding programs and other "day of" stationery! Want you to be aware of some commonly used folds, whic... Read more

  Posted on 02 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• 3 MORE Guest Book Alternatives

  

  I shared three of these last month, but I keep seeing such cute ideas out here, had to share three more!Enjoy!Cute way for you to interact with your... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Invitation Spotlight: A Marriage of Chevron and Florals

  

  Happy Monday! Want to share a delightful coral and teal 50th Birthday celebration invitation we produced. At first you might think the peony is too much, but I... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Boarding Pass Save the Date: Pink and Grey

  

  Happy Friday! I am STILL executing Save the Dates! Its amazing. Wanted to share the latest... A destination wedding in December to a U.S. location. So fun. Read more

  Posted on 23 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Wedding Color Inspiration: Aqua and Yellow

  

  Working on Aqua and Yellow this week... Very soft and delicate color palette that I love. Lots of possibilities and its tough to take your eyes off it!Shoe:... Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Your Wedding Envelope Return Address: A Primer

  

  Happy Monday everyone! Hope everyone enjoyed the weekend. Time to focus once again on your event and your invitation components!Today, I thought I'd tackle an... Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Friday Roundup: 3 Things Making Me Smile This Week

  

  Still clearing the gigantic pile of work off of my desk... Invitation and calligraphy season has come in a relentless fashion this year. Read more

  Posted on 16 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Your Wedding Invitation and the Die-Cut

  

  Happy #WeddingWednesday! It is gorgeous in Chicago today by the way... As a "winter-tough" Chicagoan, I don't quite know what to do with myself inside this... Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• 5 Free Wedding Fonts

  

  Wanted to share these free fonts with you today! So many different kinds of wedding invitations out there, I'm sure you can find a style that works with your bi... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• For The Color Critical Wedding: Understanding Pantone

  

  Happy Friday! As we continue to go through invitation season, it bears keeping in mind that many brides will be shown several swatches throughout this process. Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• A Closer Look At "Printables" For Your Wedding

  

  Happy #WeddingWednesday! Wanted to discuss printables with you today. I'm sure that if you've started researching wedding paper at all, you've come across this... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2012 LIFESTYLE, WEDDING

• Happy 175th Birthday Chicago!

  

  This past Sunday marked the day the Chicago was incorporated — March 4, 1837. We are officially 175 years old! Events were held all over the city to mark the... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2012 HISTORY, SOCIETY