tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39562504293639648272024-03-05T11:46:28.784-08:00Always TuesdayGiddy Ink is a custom design studio.Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-60696796964648949502011-01-22T12:28:00.000-08:002011-01-22T13:24:53.642-08:00Happy 40th Birthday, Tyler!Here's a little birthday shout-out to my brother who recently turned 40. In his honor, my sister-in-law Melissa, hosted a fabulous 40th gathering at The Underground, the lower level of <a href="http://www.barleysbrewing.com/">Barley's Brewing Company</a> in Columbus. It's an old establishment in the heart of the <a href="http://www.shortnorth.org/">Short North District</a>—lots of exposed brick, old barrels, specialty brews and tasty pub eats. I love this place.<br /><br />To jump start the occasion, I designed these party invitations. Soon after, guests started buzzing about the big day and were more than ready to pull off the big surprise for one very special guy.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Q27zz3kHSG5BxwipIigKJYt-3mszxT5lNwaVNEEgPg1EogELSPwy9gY4A1liaEW7kONLqMUE6yDISd2IfTNhWu-GlpWPElqpurySSNcu1lHryj1ASYGOaEf_waA2D1BHvyALrpgfNIE-/s1600/40th_Birthday_Invitation_1_GiddyInk.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 290px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Q27zz3kHSG5BxwipIigKJYt-3mszxT5lNwaVNEEgPg1EogELSPwy9gY4A1liaEW7kONLqMUE6yDISd2IfTNhWu-GlpWPElqpurySSNcu1lHryj1ASYGOaEf_waA2D1BHvyALrpgfNIE-/s400/40th_Birthday_Invitation_1_GiddyInk.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565113717744421538" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilKRLwULtH2TeiLX61RInV0D3UVMaZHu4rDDUX5Svd6rPF9UVky15Hyg4qbN_TeS6ShJ42jZfSCLg3EA1IBV660pgy4CNiXcgoVAyQ6Y83sNHbKzTdFqNu6-vgewOuEPGo05Ihe9-gcx6G/s1600/40th_Birthday_Invitation_6_GiddyInk.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilKRLwULtH2TeiLX61RInV0D3UVMaZHu4rDDUX5Svd6rPF9UVky15Hyg4qbN_TeS6ShJ42jZfSCLg3EA1IBV660pgy4CNiXcgoVAyQ6Y83sNHbKzTdFqNu6-vgewOuEPGo05Ihe9-gcx6G/s400/40th_Birthday_Invitation_6_GiddyInk.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565117151848172290" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnKRRCrIBHW07zTcY-SAVMFlagsRZJLOOAL_CZqSRHIbxiFd3ji7LqGQgL_l3Vd6ubNzjtO8r8Y92CRhRvczCtNb3KQcGLXBr_537PIyBs5a_geUBBPT2sr86T4NCAWXDT5tUTrWXEusQq/s1600/40th_Birthday_Invitation_2.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 268px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnKRRCrIBHW07zTcY-SAVMFlagsRZJLOOAL_CZqSRHIbxiFd3ji7LqGQgL_l3Vd6ubNzjtO8r8Y92CRhRvczCtNb3KQcGLXBr_537PIyBs5a_geUBBPT2sr86T4NCAWXDT5tUTrWXEusQq/s400/40th_Birthday_Invitation_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565113890088531842" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsMA4xG_okBL-d8usN4DeC7sVOr_XefjaLGzf91BSaIzlvoagEI1IihmyNLjg0QF9GIdSE65CqDgFUCxr9EmzX3d9TpKny_L2ya4zBUbFMigNKhg6ZFo8l1axRnoB_7KD_dxZQNkN4RkwZ/s1600/GetInline.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsMA4xG_okBL-d8usN4DeC7sVOr_XefjaLGzf91BSaIzlvoagEI1IihmyNLjg0QF9GIdSE65CqDgFUCxr9EmzX3d9TpKny_L2ya4zBUbFMigNKhg6ZFo8l1axRnoB_7KD_dxZQNkN4RkwZ/s400/GetInline.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565124294539175586" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZPyO7d4i1-KR6RHI_Pl2y6e_TphW-zvQbejJCCcBDOjqieIR1No0oEbO6y1guW58zVlc9_G-vXNzPn_00ZLhkbk7gr_pKNONERAH9SEgE06ootsC-k0gtVu7qCvjhsb3WslrmDHr409TY/s1600/40th_Birthday_Invitation_3.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 278px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZPyO7d4i1-KR6RHI_Pl2y6e_TphW-zvQbejJCCcBDOjqieIR1No0oEbO6y1guW58zVlc9_G-vXNzPn_00ZLhkbk7gr_pKNONERAH9SEgE06ootsC-k0gtVu7qCvjhsb3WslrmDHr409TY/s400/40th_Birthday_Invitation_3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565113897407753154" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBqgzZ7yRNqElkMHAIwc9ahSnhOnKMlq9Bn9CjVqw2zAmmT2jfMntE_F_zXyFFTInAolDNTKRj0oLd0T3IZn2DHdIWb4cUPByfRUiukIJjufIW7-lVCivn7jUOOaxX599_8lnvsf04eJjB/s1600/40th_Birthday_Invitation_4.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 268px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBqgzZ7yRNqElkMHAIwc9ahSnhOnKMlq9Bn9CjVqw2zAmmT2jfMntE_F_zXyFFTInAolDNTKRj0oLd0T3IZn2DHdIWb4cUPByfRUiukIJjufIW7-lVCivn7jUOOaxX599_8lnvsf04eJjB/s400/40th_Birthday_Invitation_4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565113902049717858" border="0" /></a>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-41477935862022269552011-01-12T07:02:00.000-08:002011-01-12T07:14:52.803-08:00Flash Mob WeddingI have to admit, I'm a little flash-mobbed out and fully expected this to be cheesy and impersonal. But, I was wrong! This wedding at the <a href="http://www.prudentialcenter.com/">Prudential Center Mall</a> in Boston is quite the opposite. Quick, sweet and so much fun. The smiles all around say it all, and the look on the bride's face at the end is just plain adorable. Very touching and such an affordable idea! This wedding is a one-of-a-kind, and I kinda wish I got to see it in person.<br /><br /><object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/ujlkqLoV5Ng?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/ujlkqLoV5Ng?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="640" height="385"></embed></object>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-1534674407576965932010-12-12T19:55:00.001-08:002010-12-15T17:48:55.144-08:00Giddy Ink Holiday Cards Available Now<div style="text-align: left;">We are so excited to share these original <a href="http://giddyink.com/">Giddy</a> holiday cards with you, available exclusively at our store at <a href="http://www.minted.com/designer/giddyink">Minted</a>! It's not too late to snap the perfect family photo and get 'em while they're hot.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBk3lk08BIt5JDyHRLdba8BDJJVSMxdAa9NVMDszTL6EYOgvYu3JuqqBsa-f54jYPklZFVYE0X9nrIEaaSAV5shsYQ051okd7Y8oxwT4qrLqWqw6wZlyQSxd8wMHaZTbiDZjthrVi7WMqc/s400/GiddyInk_Minted1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550013317543435026" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 264px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><i>Order </i><a href="http://www.minted.com/customizer/sku/MIN-S30-HYC"><i>"Ornaments"</i></a></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQkzaDSOh4U0Ws_lqaipRtzg5lE0ZGG4nx-p1zXLd49iUJH7LFwsgh5lRtc53ARuLADBKpL4EBANFV_82C9hPxPg1_i43t6_4isroONzW-Z-M0rWinoL6-q2AXCt2CnGbmUoIsh8UIw9YF/s400/GiddyInk_Minted5.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550013337053122946" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 264px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><i>Order <a href="http://www.minted.com/customizer/sku/MIN-G74-CHR">"Mouse with Photo"</a></i></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifG9biGAl4YQH3WpbS5cSDc1F1aExjt_gC9VsvU0OS4MndlUe9wYAZa2GpFLVnj6yKkPPw5qGfP7RqQ0dEHrWfXIz6beTSfM_PcUOzd8WdNQZNzvg3Ud08QsUYpZltaUexObKJJO29eqC5/s400/GiddyInk_Minted4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550013330432209458" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><a href="http://www.minted.com/customizer/sku/MIN-S33-HYC">Order "Snow Flourish"</a></span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhISuJ63VgKmSPzqanctHJpTpsSZEuFh4f6FBKJfAEHBwQ0ycgK3TgcBq7yp-Yt1YoaRWqZ6t3wclPPSWKDMjWbkaBDSB6A9tId5XZiP7bB_iSXHe77f4XxODbIzn2BUxGYouE7bBLsEqnB/s400/GiddyInk_Minted3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550013327666761394" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 264px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Order <a href="http://www.minted.com/customizer/sku/MIN-AIP-HYC">"Simple Wish"</a></span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxhmbNTFDhCQVcSlvgaLohMdZg7IQhoqcpZX4IXR5pTEeaxwsexJ9vi-woQ_z8N17Zk2xMr0h0njEGTAGLvTkGs-wCHsoGl-Id7xpsRR7POcL-a_4DP2etMbNuPTpFHVFa-kVHX5f3bvUp/s400/GiddyInk_Minted2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550013326828142050" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><div style="text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Order <a href="http://www.minted.com/personalization/sku/MIN-J07-HNP">"Mouse"</a></span></i></div></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRwwUZA5XL6VEaCpEi3VXXJmyik9z9LiUIeKfxq_-Q-dzVBSUu-O49ha9lp-xMx3EN6Hh64IM8gWTgwYgWiehdcagryZzQS2mn2dOe87YziIEB-9JLFYEztz64CMCzUPVaJPGZDbLIs-10/s400/GiddyInk_Minted_7.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550014037807646466" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><i>Order <a href="http://www.minted.com/customizer/sku/MIN-S31-HYC">"Sledding"</a></i></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-Hr2xGB-yjZC90NS3do9i5SJ6pmSOa99-FFTM-vj4_lvfjXU_y2fFS_H5j4AIZ713Deaipu-3mxxiTqFmXmjfTxlhU4E2tbVTY9VdvfkPRT_2CKCLzB5Sr1bLgrdg5zEWTG63JIWfXdsW/s400/GiddyInk_Minted_6.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5550014033581250242" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;">Order <a href="http://www.minted.com/customizer/sku/MIN-S32-HYC">"Tree"</a></span></i></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-77339544252208526062010-10-29T08:47:00.001-07:002010-10-29T10:46:58.203-07:00Inspiring Halloween GoodnessAn avid fan of most things Halloween, I have found myself especially excited to see such noteworthy good design being integrated into the aisles of Halloween merchandise this year. Retailers like <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/">Pottery Barn</a>, <a href="http://www.grandinroad.com/jump.jsp?itemType=CATEGORY&itemID=2759&path=1%2C2%2C2759">Grandin Road</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/pumpkins">Martha Stewart</a>, <a href="http://www.target.com/b?node=15676801">Target,</a> and many <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/34313430/size-small-burlesque-corset-dress">Etsy</a> designers are definitely getting with the program and offering up authentically fun and spooky decor and costumes. And me likey.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwxsdVjTks4oSnKQyP9B0otSrKLdo4hsKPc3L-K4mBWjJPft7KtfH7f5xyrxKjIxF-5t5d3qKB7QvnpiFJHHxDIff-iIjDY-rwZb2lxKEtydQO4C4ci8zrsBeH1J4GEi2yi4Z2snoxpvog/s1600/GiddyInk_PB_Halloween.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 334px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwxsdVjTks4oSnKQyP9B0otSrKLdo4hsKPc3L-K4mBWjJPft7KtfH7f5xyrxKjIxF-5t5d3qKB7QvnpiFJHHxDIff-iIjDY-rwZb2lxKEtydQO4C4ci8zrsBeH1J4GEi2yi4Z2snoxpvog/s400/GiddyInk_PB_Halloween.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533506917919561698" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirOAMWKAPa0WY_5xjeMdv0eLczoOY3X2H5PYTpvN0GAjTt0h3tAEzomzCd8Ta2TgZkqXxKAve3NeY2xkh1WHtZrnkvALbB_2csxfSsrSV2nnzhbZgT1RTlsffeoqXDEM9FiulcQilIfv2U/s1600/GiddyInk_GrandinRoad_Halloween.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 399px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirOAMWKAPa0WY_5xjeMdv0eLczoOY3X2H5PYTpvN0GAjTt0h3tAEzomzCd8Ta2TgZkqXxKAve3NeY2xkh1WHtZrnkvALbB_2csxfSsrSV2nnzhbZgT1RTlsffeoqXDEM9FiulcQilIfv2U/s400/GiddyInk_GrandinRoad_Halloween.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533509082471403986" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQE6SxFL4fcmRSfgf_NLlVkz1xk7X523VelbwYhl0wThpfdVHfREoRgZ1jE12HmR51H3Dxblb2JRpdKH6V9rV8mACvYm9TXAxhzlkJbpMUlQQNRlrL59VJEn1MtvVaWbwI2I1XpilE2XCW/s1600/GiddyInk_Etsy_Halloween.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 341px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQE6SxFL4fcmRSfgf_NLlVkz1xk7X523VelbwYhl0wThpfdVHfREoRgZ1jE12HmR51H3Dxblb2JRpdKH6V9rV8mACvYm9TXAxhzlkJbpMUlQQNRlrL59VJEn1MtvVaWbwI2I1XpilE2XCW/s400/GiddyInk_Etsy_Halloween.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533506929763827986" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6AWDRsH2SPA08aS0IGCgNVlQcZ0DOB5_-2y5YyqTSe5iLKsSV8DcG67ac-qknewyG0YnjklpKmdhuKaJasoViDlIN1zSb4gmxDjFveE_ejyjSRI0rrKFv3gLXUrtXy0XKZgL4R8tglqEZ/s1600/GiddyInk_GrandinRoad2_Halloween.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 399px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6AWDRsH2SPA08aS0IGCgNVlQcZ0DOB5_-2y5YyqTSe5iLKsSV8DcG67ac-qknewyG0YnjklpKmdhuKaJasoViDlIN1zSb4gmxDjFveE_ejyjSRI0rrKFv3gLXUrtXy0XKZgL4R8tglqEZ/s400/GiddyInk_GrandinRoad2_Halloween.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533506945028099186" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydihkulx-oIZLqT_fldlnXAdEv0p9HPCSA0gZsf6uJfLs4DG5im2-EI-spHY5r1v8SN0Xh7XuMn9x2Hw74ZSDHPvdWqtk93eRKmvyGI12211L4fN_t40jhavnVk8HNWkCLxV2OakDZdkX/s1600/GiddyInk_PB2_Halloween.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 399px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydihkulx-oIZLqT_fldlnXAdEv0p9HPCSA0gZsf6uJfLs4DG5im2-EI-spHY5r1v8SN0Xh7XuMn9x2Hw74ZSDHPvdWqtk93eRKmvyGI12211L4fN_t40jhavnVk8HNWkCLxV2OakDZdkX/s400/GiddyInk_PB2_Halloween.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533509073729967282" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/?bnrid=3360101&cm_ven=BrandSearch&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=BrandExact&cm_ite=pottery+barn">Pottery Barn,</a> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/">Etsy</a>, <a href="http://www.grandinroad.com/">Grandin Road</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/">Martha Stewart,</a> <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/?bnrid=3360101&cm_ven=BrandSearch&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=BrandExact&cm_ite=pottery+barn">Pottery Barn</a></span><a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/?bnrid=3360101&cm_ven=BrandSearch&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=BrandExact&cm_ite=pottery+barn"><br /></a><br />I'm particularly excited about the simple pleasure of pumpkin decorating though. Every year, an eager trip to the pumpkin patch seems subsequently followed by blank canvas panic and then some form of last minute spooky face with jagged teeth (I'm guilty of it too.) Get inspired by some of these beyond-the-jack-o-lantern creations. Placement, technique and a little creative thinking take these art forms to a whole new level of style.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt8efzIPTg0qvZVCmEeHw-jX_Vigy2_MOh0FeSbazJiwRwfTrEi8tticJEPfKK-B2ky9KLirewW9RTDmU4lvdv8im-O675PtivLjA_OpNnT4YRpCDFr7KC6JFxZCxBREY3WNzq6AYlaaya/s1600/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt8efzIPTg0qvZVCmEeHw-jX_Vigy2_MOh0FeSbazJiwRwfTrEi8tticJEPfKK-B2ky9KLirewW9RTDmU4lvdv8im-O675PtivLjA_OpNnT4YRpCDFr7KC6JFxZCxBREY3WNzq6AYlaaya/s400/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533521772485631522" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Nsa2-uN8quOkHwKeD91x-byeQy74eEPVv30YeXWGYiiAhGHyxgpz-VM2vuiBIbs0FJjQtjuIdikZsn0nNxmkvjMT_5LZuu7IlV1OSoNrVTuxQgyuLfS5As-rLjZgqHa_oGvA5MeAK7jy/s1600/GiddyInk_GreenerHomes2Pumpkin.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 313px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0Nsa2-uN8quOkHwKeD91x-byeQy74eEPVv30YeXWGYiiAhGHyxgpz-VM2vuiBIbs0FJjQtjuIdikZsn0nNxmkvjMT_5LZuu7IlV1OSoNrVTuxQgyuLfS5As-rLjZgqHa_oGvA5MeAK7jy/s400/GiddyInk_GreenerHomes2Pumpkin.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533521803976072402" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnWU7iqGTDMxuNbbdCYBIzPT2_hoPbwXVrCb5jxaleDFeTr_U9KEF2RVD74vL-Vso570Hg2sSQlt12TDnFeHVhRwsmiUDWsqn26i3jDb0K2hON5b-eUv_V_PoDhGdP_YvWlMINSb9zy_X_/s1600/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnWU7iqGTDMxuNbbdCYBIzPT2_hoPbwXVrCb5jxaleDFeTr_U9KEF2RVD74vL-Vso570Hg2sSQlt12TDnFeHVhRwsmiUDWsqn26i3jDb0K2hON5b-eUv_V_PoDhGdP_YvWlMINSb9zy_X_/s400/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533521794444565346" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc817YL-76ciNmlAopj_cwvL16TrbGFCr5jdNrZ4RyMqb0tUCzEliPQ1c4itHpHysJpndpbfvs1aOkvXs36jZBtP5Ehhf8xHxvWxrL5YolX6Ux5utQzkKOLeKA6ifa-2m_PrabP0hF_S-o/s1600/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin5.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc817YL-76ciNmlAopj_cwvL16TrbGFCr5jdNrZ4RyMqb0tUCzEliPQ1c4itHpHysJpndpbfvs1aOkvXs36jZBtP5Ehhf8xHxvWxrL5YolX6Ux5utQzkKOLeKA6ifa-2m_PrabP0hF_S-o/s400/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533521789171810882" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicHxBU-3diyXF52CE_kC55P9BkJS4Qe1DYA1bZjKqHbc3keEaifPEjbiGuo1Vj-sgETAvI4dHJ7EQl0WNrXxGFzxQYr6KZpy8c9Rm_hNHOkSqvi7HXogR32v_3J-VW5D51GNKotXTYOCNU/s1600/GiddyInk_GreenerHomesPumpkin.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 313px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicHxBU-3diyXF52CE_kC55P9BkJS4Qe1DYA1bZjKqHbc3keEaifPEjbiGuo1Vj-sgETAvI4dHJ7EQl0WNrXxGFzxQYr6KZpy8c9Rm_hNHOkSqvi7HXogR32v_3J-VW5D51GNKotXTYOCNU/s400/GiddyInk_GreenerHomesPumpkin.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533521779131398434" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq7Dqgxt0_MUoikWW-hJVT6MSP6IX5oQty69XPRoEXQ9SUJ_44lk9tQBfYXPir8t1h-9p6a4Ydvb8-zzvm4VZQkN9n0Hv3NeoSPJ6nNcNebhmJDOTAq1eRzhVkwy4V1m3At1JPuiH1ezvg/s1600/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin6.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq7Dqgxt0_MUoikWW-hJVT6MSP6IX5oQty69XPRoEXQ9SUJ_44lk9tQBfYXPir8t1h-9p6a4Ydvb8-zzvm4VZQkN9n0Hv3NeoSPJ6nNcNebhmJDOTAq1eRzhVkwy4V1m3At1JPuiH1ezvg/s400/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533522812708348514" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsd_gXqMJ_l2ZDLeJ-aRtzD8WoNOoanb-KO9DiqO5JHpVYUOzJnE-F2A4Duu4-Utgd_qsQ33nvG3h2aNdzlNoRzh4YEPHwxXxJ7jgdEGKlECAGSo8WgH-Bedjmfku_BxP7QPWuiIvYlvDU/s1600/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsd_gXqMJ_l2ZDLeJ-aRtzD8WoNOoanb-KO9DiqO5JHpVYUOzJnE-F2A4Duu4-Utgd_qsQ33nvG3h2aNdzlNoRzh4YEPHwxXxJ7jgdEGKlECAGSo8WgH-Bedjmfku_BxP7QPWuiIvYlvDU/s400/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533522811440221778" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLYSYJh24X_u1ZUZ45mKjYHadSxwsOKVhJycnG5-nSxVdphP3FtMpfiV86-ucCWFZzjqoMI1kFC74Sg0q3vu40n0kyq2jFPukffVPMqGfZ39K4Jw_vtkRI5cZz4CPJmAGljWc1Vn_UI02t/s1600/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLYSYJh24X_u1ZUZ45mKjYHadSxwsOKVhJycnG5-nSxVdphP3FtMpfiV86-ucCWFZzjqoMI1kFC74Sg0q3vu40n0kyq2jFPukffVPMqGfZ39K4Jw_vtkRI5cZz4CPJmAGljWc1Vn_UI02t/s400/GiddyInk_MarthaStewartPumpkin.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533522802593646898" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUxlB3qCrZJMv1-dwXrjTJZk4f-dHOWTJGiiXvRCh0LhmkzA7-G8sN_qUGjRlRNlnHHN3Wtauns_O1-NflAg7pzJQVHbSFe3oX2yVfM7-5ebvm40cFU0-rKjTIewi7zVPzf5AUy-qS6Uu-/s1600/GiddyInk_GreenerHomesPumpkin2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 313px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUxlB3qCrZJMv1-dwXrjTJZk4f-dHOWTJGiiXvRCh0LhmkzA7-G8sN_qUGjRlRNlnHHN3Wtauns_O1-NflAg7pzJQVHbSFe3oX2yVfM7-5ebvm40cFU0-rKjTIewi7zVPzf5AUy-qS6Uu-/s400/GiddyInk_GreenerHomesPumpkin2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533522792953980770" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEincijXDhmmSEWxEy8WoGNNRmNBaanJGuX81HbE2qScBQ6qJFAcfqA1vWb94Gz2Q06KA6LeHvXEGEbIwFt28REPixtM3OLc90Unzy01XD6DjjmpQkOryHbfzdRPFg_vhbRgeMcvpl0BMgOP/s1600/pumpkin-house-numbers-l-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEincijXDhmmSEWxEy8WoGNNRmNBaanJGuX81HbE2qScBQ6qJFAcfqA1vWb94Gz2Q06KA6LeHvXEGEbIwFt28REPixtM3OLc90Unzy01XD6DjjmpQkOryHbfzdRPFg_vhbRgeMcvpl0BMgOP/s400/pumpkin-house-numbers-l-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533525774414299314" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/pumpkin-templates">Martha Stewart</a>, <a href="http://www.greenerhomedesigns.com/2008/10/eco-crafts-green-design-tips-for.html">Greener Home Designs, </a><a href="http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/projects/pumpkin-decorating-1009">Country Living</a>, <a href="http://www.sunset.com/home/decorating/halloween-food-decorating-ideas-00400000048177/page5.html">Sunset</a></span><br /><br />Happy Halloween weekend from Giddy Ink!Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-1384632667844937472010-06-01T20:32:00.000-07:002010-06-02T18:02:48.042-07:00Happy New Year’s Wedding, Jacque + ChrisIt’s the kind of inspiration that makes designers like us drool. A New Year's Eve wedding with all the fixins: a gorgeous couple, silver and magenta sequin, champagne, the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.queencityclub.com">Queen City Club</a> (a spectacular Cincinnati venue) and a mother/daughter/groom's willingness to embrace the festive nature of their wedding date. Above all, Jacque and company wanted guests to have <i>fun</i><div> and open an invitation that would get them in just the right spirit for a classic winter wedding followed by a glamorous New Year's Eve bash. First, a healthy dose of inspiration.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguWAqDZOFfkrXbRqEjEp2SZdVTiepT1r-vfVkRpg_QqUSnWAUdMA5WV-eJf8e5nPlde-rkCBxOr2_MhI3C_VbMCozOWwaQd4dzEKRGzcdCm7PSSzA4V9YmOMdLBL3jseg6y3EAD3j13jZz/s1600/Picture+3.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 299px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguWAqDZOFfkrXbRqEjEp2SZdVTiepT1r-vfVkRpg_QqUSnWAUdMA5WV-eJf8e5nPlde-rkCBxOr2_MhI3C_VbMCozOWwaQd4dzEKRGzcdCm7PSSzA4V9YmOMdLBL3jseg6y3EAD3j13jZz/s400/Picture+3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478345513707713986" border="0" /></a>And then, the goods. We printed these invitations on a heavy shimmery stock to mimic the crystal beads used on Jacque's dress and the centerpieces. Festive scrolling graphics and fonts were inspired by the label of the most quintessential New Year's Eve party starter: a champagne bottle. Eloquently wrapped in a silver belly band printed with the words “It's Going to Be a Ball,” this invitation made you smile the moment it arrived.</div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVvafOmK9Ek4_ZjBGpS_CyvXENykmgYNd1aoStEv93sKpq0lMwNOgumxK0HNkbD-k6XvmdZfaSj2E1DVla_Uow9D2q6gWkW1xgQILlfykIBlrlEoQowaSVA1RJITK6bJ_4Cn-JQsXkomEI/s400/GiddyInk_Jacque_Invitation1.2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478020585396733650" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" border="0" /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOirHb75Eqt_85yPUbv5aWRRg2KFEkHTjVS3b8R4hpajd7Qe0fmfRI2GhyphenhyphenupBLfa3pWeJImVdDditUChiF7YCBz3bFEwdMXDvYbGNm4FSPEIvUydMb38015nj3QXG_zehMHkKVn5aZvY_x/s1600/GiddyInk_NewYearsWedding_Invitation.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOirHb75Eqt_85yPUbv5aWRRg2KFEkHTjVS3b8R4hpajd7Qe0fmfRI2GhyphenhyphenupBLfa3pWeJImVdDditUChiF7YCBz3bFEwdMXDvYbGNm4FSPEIvUydMb38015nj3QXG_zehMHkKVn5aZvY_x/s400/GiddyInk_NewYearsWedding_Invitation.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478303740170223266" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuaGPaOO_m1Xt3L4VIrRQ6B9T6n8NBCZk1bKFa1aO_v9wPROvHc93MgixZm0m8whBVFJVI0Ch0CAermofWuM3JakZvHTkN7r5u3M-gIsYyldpo7AH-IStCWIgIxyCLARouwB-YCjwqh9aM/s1600/GiddyInk_NewYears_Invitation.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 371px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuaGPaOO_m1Xt3L4VIrRQ6B9T6n8NBCZk1bKFa1aO_v9wPROvHc93MgixZm0m8whBVFJVI0Ch0CAermofWuM3JakZvHTkN7r5u3M-gIsYyldpo7AH-IStCWIgIxyCLARouwB-YCjwqh9aM/s400/GiddyInk_NewYears_Invitation.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478303743434561666" border="0" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Every flourish appropriately captures the spontaneity of falling confetti.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8a9QPhCqsv6ms3g630WgbwYWZyyraCcRkoPRr-ggouYBPJ6I9XPFfubdF9-K52im0qwP5Na4kmtzIyuTsrOujcwVwKvxu4ISSXA9LN0AyybPUQ3jfeF3ryz6mW9q8c-iwTcrdvSdc75xP/s400/GiddyInk_Jacque_Invitation4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478021793659029250" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Crystal accents seriously make me want to say “10, 9, 8, 7, 6......”</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLURMHO8mQH48kg7eQHujCjrSlt7ju6R0cLA7EtrjdxZMVgEfqNitoLMBxNxQzUeo3sj07FUn7dcy5zStzZw8kzGoiZIyJhppX5wp6J1ve7ZaO1QaIyg3KG1tz9CG2sj0fcXrcIw7w-ImG/s400/GiddyInk_Jacque_Invitation5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478022379276873074" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAZIYwGFI0P_r90Pnn1J530xM2BvdPC9-nz9Hk2HExD6Y7Sqc04QuZZaocE7edFwccRBwC3LDvmg7QUlO4rF20zz5xp0oLnySejf_ss65gUdajjY4Iz0OB-PLHtR5gaMCPHwH2cc8SJKk/s1600/GiddyInk_Jacque_Invitation3.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAZIYwGFI0P_r90Pnn1J530xM2BvdPC9-nz9Hk2HExD6Y7Sqc04QuZZaocE7edFwccRBwC3LDvmg7QUlO4rF20zz5xp0oLnySejf_ss65gUdajjY4Iz0OB-PLHtR5gaMCPHwH2cc8SJKk/s400/GiddyInk_Jacque_Invitation3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478020596538544962" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px;" border="0" /></a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">A reception card with a bang.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidaGpWhOS7849hz0DScvGHsatKjHtK9K843ud4iHeDIQuwV9pg_K30JY4ymbtZpRxVY_sqJ7P6pZ64TCFN4FwafYLCXZz3I237JWpbgMxlqkgadEcz8GvDg8SowuX1J9_Mop1i1c1vRNPL/s400/GiddyInk_Jacque_Invitation6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478021803612679746" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6BKE0z4dAldYvj2ymeMXEMwnl8jHiq3Gt0nTvHtUzaccndSII1PWARhSghLeh0mdlTAQokH1zAJLfk1oYfiS9I9drTAA6_Rsd8Br2vwm5w429dVs5wBDDv9dQ9cbzK_OhUjhw52uzAET0/s400/GiddyInk_Jacque_Invitation7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478021811378609186" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Matching escort cards are attached to individual bottles of bubbly. (Yes, those are sequin tablecloths!)<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7n70bNJPRFEOPxD5B3MSWZmRbJWet8Cy2YLk9Cjtj-Qxpk19lF-koo8ae9ueenBfIk5ZsZ1lz1i-LJKF8jA5peaxLnZUAZAt6zWCvH115uIJz5JqyLbKXLploSQ4zWWxRHpvjDvDiS5CU/s400/GiddyInk_Bottles.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478025444857862258" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 294px;" border="0" /></span><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6VAABvzH_xIXcdgLfeKMUXn9Vcxa47Wffaqr7o0dcY_w2EOGgdxACG0uHQd24y3jdl98EQExDoH_FYxSNoCMlatljVSRUrohHIMVJfnWNloQGmrww4z5byL9Y432YYkT_z54BUIFkVl-x/s400/GiddyInk_Jacque_Invitation8.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478021815781726674" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">And last but not least, a custom champagne bottle ice luge...a Giddy Ink first!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeZOmtzN9G3N8FPKdzwW8yY6vx9tfnxCWwYRcduYd1fHH5pYBFsd83xsEIb6rTttQSKzghY5RoysvIc_VoC7739VCxh1BxUng29Jz1BibSwzNLxXtnjynd8pgALriGdLgNAR2Y_O5TmAbU/s400/Giddyink_NewYears_IceLuge.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478025451903264290" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 296px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiragBKWg0jZTVWTun7sGmkM6puBmmuiZzNPXNMDYHbkCcLgmS4RFL8bn_CNrAyylqxczHFBy-hy14DBXSLxjMsKah1HTqdzJENZIykhT_MZwC-wfg6e5SQN7wF4DeYMjL0vX8dEEo-9wyV/s400/JacqueWedding.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5478025454124261410" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Honestly, we could hardly keep ourselves from crashing this one. Thank you Rachel at <a href="http://www.raenovate.com/2010/05/giddy-ink.html">Raenovate</a> for graciously featuring this wedding your <a href="http://www.raenovate.com/2010/05/giddy-ink.html">blog</a>. Jacque and Chris, thank you so much for the opportunity to design for you. We had a ball.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:78%;">Photography: <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.michaelbambino.com">Michael Bambino Photography</a>, Flowers: <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.sproutsfloraldesign.com">Sprouts Floral Design</a></span></div></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-9131238558451636932010-03-21T21:14:00.000-07:002010-03-23T16:13:47.637-07:00Yellena, please.<div style="text-align: left;">Arty friends, hold on to your hats. The works of Portland artist, <a href="http://www.yellena.com/">Yellena James</a>, have just tempted me to hide every napkin scrawl and phone book doodle I've ever rendered and sorta liked. Her remarkable works of ink and paint have graced the walls of galleries all the way from <a href="http://yellena.com/press.html">LA to the UK</a> and are now tickling the fancy of more than just art snobs. Look for her intricate works to debut (if they haven't already) in collaboration with brands like <a href="http://www.rojo-magazine.com/shop">Rojo Magazine</a>, <a href="http://www.keds.com/">Keds</a>, <a href="http://www.nike.com/">Nike</a>, <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/">Anthropologie</a>, <a href="http://www.adidas.com/us/homepage.asp">Adidas</a> and <a href="http://k2snowboarding.com/">K2 Snowboards</a>.</div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVi-5r2fh9VB7kQHWaEZytKhSnbvyI1ACP5SAyRrv2cbCPx0XAMFKr9zt1RDodKU-BdixfQl_BLU87M7ISIUUNgaklYB0ciecqcsHSV3Virl1MqNIlg4-GY1i-9UtYXz3RQmI86bB0eMkc/s1600-h/GiddyInk_Yellena_3.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVi-5r2fh9VB7kQHWaEZytKhSnbvyI1ACP5SAyRrv2cbCPx0XAMFKr9zt1RDodKU-BdixfQl_BLU87M7ISIUUNgaklYB0ciecqcsHSV3Virl1MqNIlg4-GY1i-9UtYXz3RQmI86bB0eMkc/s400/GiddyInk_Yellena_3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451307828753594706" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivGylPwuHCiwW9aXvUHBCNKeo7wbBnkTpjU1P0cLLoFHPyR9riyDvfajtmesxbWwxtdfHnyhogDVFrL4_kUlr0PomOfanrZwPThDxeTSyIv0LYcpXciMwGCfgUgAZwCiSRD7ZiKEgZ9MAB/s1600-h/GiddyInk_Yellena_Morningprint.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 324px; height: 399px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivGylPwuHCiwW9aXvUHBCNKeo7wbBnkTpjU1P0cLLoFHPyR9riyDvfajtmesxbWwxtdfHnyhogDVFrL4_kUlr0PomOfanrZwPThDxeTSyIv0LYcpXciMwGCfgUgAZwCiSRD7ZiKEgZ9MAB/s400/GiddyInk_Yellena_Morningprint.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451307825195911538" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_31GPvuIcZTek5elk6OybIq6EG4wMiYTNLf3wNDy1pS1aASS-aa_FDpujaWpnlm62CqaYaQbmcgjrdf07WVcQp-AgRfMbmT70bluXX0odVKy90g67Tz_8znLOYBooUSCpjSy3yH3rOvuk/s1600-h/GiddyInk_Yellena_jpg.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_31GPvuIcZTek5elk6OybIq6EG4wMiYTNLf3wNDy1pS1aASS-aa_FDpujaWpnlm62CqaYaQbmcgjrdf07WVcQp-AgRfMbmT70bluXX0odVKy90g67Tz_8znLOYBooUSCpjSy3yH3rOvuk/s400/GiddyInk_Yellena_jpg.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451307821608589650" border="0" /></a>I need this in my life (and my living room.) You too? Lucky us—prints can be found in her <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/yellena?section_id=5686146">Etsy</a> shop...for a reasonable price too.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVFclfA0IBlwODz5XTZODuS2MfUtlUxoxD2qjdZJpVo7dS0XWJNvtqs7eVcr9rU4NQ2YjJoIs5CzVwrFCuxVkA6xP1PtVtuXKcfW1Dp0r1xxKn-NOyQbel7p-xkjm-cjkC9txR9VS0qcN0/s1600-h/GiddyInk_Yellena_2.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 325px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVFclfA0IBlwODz5XTZODuS2MfUtlUxoxD2qjdZJpVo7dS0XWJNvtqs7eVcr9rU4NQ2YjJoIs5CzVwrFCuxVkA6xP1PtVtuXKcfW1Dp0r1xxKn-NOyQbel7p-xkjm-cjkC9txR9VS0qcN0/s400/GiddyInk_Yellena_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451307804970269762" border="0" /></a><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZhKj2Fw3cOFCZ3qnX76aZoLMlKpydLek-sjpjeKuV_9Taee2Q0j1vycy45ApM-SCgX-lyuBopvCn_OJF0qIRQsLRpPdlHP3D6rXKFYkK1qzteY7SRyOSA55EaJQNMmfDnwEGzRTxF38_T/s400/GiddyInk_Yellena_4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451311186091224146" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" border="0" /></span></span></div>Her partnership with period lighting manufacturer, <a href="http://schoolhouseelectric.com/">Schoolhouse Electric</a>, is clearly a match made in heaven. Can't wait to see what's next for this artist!</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ5jNN26XTpELwU1I9QdU7RWFQhvjRqpoinylgoG4GkCyFNK4kPhsIzF8xe5Y9yGyIY_FPI399z86Oxjno1XgEK7IpBmN7cRGZZxUREDBBEVBREDqD4tKRCF8c52cqfQwt6xozpV1xMjNW/s400/GiddyInk_Yellena_Lighting.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451311192606032498" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 308px; height: 400px;" border="0" /></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-73086425442715738012010-03-08T20:38:00.000-08:002010-03-14T21:50:15.787-07:00Erin + Shaun: Something BoldIt's not often a couple comes along with style like this. Erin and Shaun's romance began when Shaun (sporting a a pair of black Converse sneakers) asked Erin to swing dance. From the first day, this casual couple strayed boldly from the beaten path, staying true to their retro styles and blissfully offbeat approach to life.<div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div>Married in the <a href="http://www.aultparkac.org/aultParkHistory.php">Ault Park of Roses</a> in September and celebrating their reception at the <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.redmoor.com">Redmoor</a>, a 1920s converted movie theatre, Erin envisioned a true vintage-inspired invitation and loved the idea of introducing tattoo-style artistry and essences of pin-up poster art. It was a perfect fit for her avant garde wedding approach and the moody, throwback ambiance of their venues. First, we created a mood board to capture the tone she described and what we knew about the wedding: loves vintage, Park of Roses, loves tattoo art, groomsmen wearing black Cons, 1920s theatre, loves pin-up style.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ8x7OmRMVWvhE61H3mh31eQyO6MaczE6nZtk02AldljzCJuVfEk0gz07TOilGNZzyDO9O3_nXIMQEzaJ-01bgEEIIdj2vpMcLObXsOmQjRna7-BQ7OyZFVx4e0p7Iqch3G2weZ7NuqzAV/s400/Shaun_Erin_Inspiration_GiddyInk.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448537024007150898" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 316px; height: 400px;" border="0" /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">From this, we created these goodies—2-sided invitation, flat-printed complete with vintage typography and gobs of tattoo-inspired red roses. Charcoal stripes, subtle fishnet patterning, and an RSVP postcard (inspired by some things we picked up in <a href="http://www.carrollcountycomet.com/news/2008-09-24/local_news/071.html">my dad's antique shop</a>) help add an aged look to all pieces to suit Erin’s request for “true vintage.”</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDzVlxpBDuxM167PNDrkQWfi1_QMy7OtmXs6Me49taasSj3ELka4Fw2PuZMGwRSX7JVKfDsVDXLHXVmF082-ei4jK2hthtsSyAuYm3mgJwbPbv93T34Q-STHdEyOR_1KOLVoKrNMVmSquG/s400/VintageInvitation_GiddyInk_1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448536665593450098" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 270px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz3tbVUPOvrROXxC_hi1sg54sSwi0eoSVTLoNa4A7jLvYYd6Zkj5Y6vHZ0nvm6J2Wod-S7GoyHxhIH3nI-xH_-FsFLjHW9FRhpT0fy6wShMNPVHNpckK30cVzVa7XfvX3MC0UlhLOdEgHX/s1600-h/VintageWeddingInvitation_GiddyInk.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 275px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz3tbVUPOvrROXxC_hi1sg54sSwi0eoSVTLoNa4A7jLvYYd6Zkj5Y6vHZ0nvm6J2Wod-S7GoyHxhIH3nI-xH_-FsFLjHW9FRhpT0fy6wShMNPVHNpckK30cVzVa7XfvX3MC0UlhLOdEgHX/s400/VintageWeddingInvitation_GiddyInk.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448718274928684162" border="0" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtvcYl0m3yzWGtiA1tCJAtZM_DtHTTZx_6oIAkeS0ZzU2hG96S5xrUsw7V8I8BKgE_q5aFg8tag_dnFwbAF2RebkOfVA-nB9d-PGhimgDWr4Wdip0T_P0RTlVCcNlA7JAlW_cUANVIbgQj/s400/GothicWeddingInvitation_GiddyInk_6.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448543859045874306" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT1grMYUURSTroDbT1pS2ujFk_nMM0BNNBHmuYqgoqB9FzerG3O_ZEMB66J6mNz6r0920Lvalss6niQJfK7fBdZL6h2rIiF_GuPqoaOXhOANH9-2BUEo3G3qx1yxJa62V4GBpdXZM8mnUe/s400/RosesInvitation_GiddyInk.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448545459357592386" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 269px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrQfUUGkC2e9CJxWR9PDUs_8s9hjmst2wjnT74wDmbHa_EQdM4pcT4fFNSaklvRtPOKKEqUl5INqSuuE3JY9AEwnAFx1cl45GLus-3OmiwtG4aNJfC6hCf7Q0dJdSqpMTh6VMsP5D5WxmC/s400/RSVP_Postcard_GiddyInk_4.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448536691529253554" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div>A custom envelope lining is created to match the rest of the invitation suite; it's all in the details.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNA3poM_PDhKegT5hDtANHjy0DwJMiWwRxxa4YeloWgHLS_6S58_rSF2z_sAavBnCYzP9R0gwvZRkhTY1d9OVKA_ZkNboYDYonzJSggZW9DV0h-36-YUBCIQ5mVcput7GtpusiIYdB6VP0/s400/EnvelopeLining_GiddyInk_5.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448536696107655298" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" border="0" /></span></div><div>We even topped the RSVP design off with a tiny phonograph to favor Shaun’s love for music and the swing dance that started it all—now this a true original.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRRnCXsu2uPyQfpiz_5W3gP0Vu9BiN-3FUSOylDGBjH-d0lo9dRkBF2yoB3ZHtjZIetg5hHxiKbp2vi7X2UmA62xJVe-xMrqXdGh_1F5RCYFcC6ZI7olpiHIEaYrIxdAWuyOjc6UK3RMqg/s1600-h/GiddyInk_RSVP+Postcard.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 271px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRRnCXsu2uPyQfpiz_5W3gP0Vu9BiN-3FUSOylDGBjH-d0lo9dRkBF2yoB3ZHtjZIetg5hHxiKbp2vi7X2UmA62xJVe-xMrqXdGh_1F5RCYFcC6ZI7olpiHIEaYrIxdAWuyOjc6UK3RMqg/s400/GiddyInk_RSVP+Postcard.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448547343554665458" border="0" /></a></div><div>Thanks and congrats Shaun + Erin. Here's to a lifetime of breaking the rules.</div></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-20122971786308424332010-02-21T23:10:00.000-08:002010-02-22T22:28:03.570-08:00Alice Fever<div style="text-align: left;">In anticipation of <a href="http://www.timburton.com/">Tim Burton's</a> fantastically peculiar take on <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1014759/">Alice in Wonderland</a> (opening March 5), I thought these curious Alice-inspired shots might strike your fancy. Photographed by the one and only <a href="http://www.biography.com/articles/Annie-Leibovitz-9542372">Annie Leibovitz</a> for <a href="http://www.vogue.com/">Vogue</a> magazine, I'm completely intrigued by the way this <a href="http://www.vogue.com/feature/120103/popup/slideshow1.html">shoot</a> so dynamically captures the essence of couture fashion while staying true to the magic and pseudo-twisted fantasy that is the classic tale of Alice: the proverbial rabbit hole, the mad hatter tea party and advice from a caterpillar just to name a few. Enjoy them—and yes, you know where to find me on March 5.</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0wiuujtWw6E2XiI9Qq9h1Ru1APkDSc8-k6lT6sBhtEk0YQOHvJk2P1WvpoSWrXMvzD9i-Qhzl5fizrBNmaYPNlyRSaep2vBoNj2GK3FCcXjeiZ6ahm0ME0LsaCU53kulsRDAQOXzUUbqh/s400/ALeibovitz_AliceShoot_1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440970499850089106" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJc9LV2XJ-M0iKbL8dfZtLKiXfFbIPPH7hX1VznxAXOqTPp7MXrF4wurTwtL2rLc1sLIRmY9-vluiZ-HWncrf0BRW7xCfA82Giiqynb7uOh30ORKKDExmZIbpWgO3m3gpv3n7_8_6kTp6r/s400/ALeibovitz_AliceShoot_2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440970502198457618" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXSOawTntRydShyrZQJlLNiC54-yTI2AAoUzM4gFQrFEPFXfy-irpooaSPeN_I-3mww9LFL5h60Z_DAdyDcZ9DP7CxY95qeiIkSVK-OCmPPMLHuzK1R0xbzpLTq38-7trKZ_wCHwjztYw7/s400/ALeibovitz_AliceShoot_3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440970510826463474" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbbK8eTzCMd3I-puwjwvWkjw2gCBmQTQ9uv-BYcPqNcZZvekzOkpqJjKUcSr8-DKorQg-fOUGQVyP93dC0C7A1owwP9K84Aj_aXB-Ctq09e4mKkjbmIdfmtbN5vwhQ97IUNatRmpGmh36o/s400/ALeibovitz_AliceShoot_4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440970518477176482" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKTLPOJJ0uppNdqmXdnwOngUsZPhII86R_T3fpZhTmSyAjtm6rTwJGhaa6VTqUSBhVB8YoG09l5a0RWR2RcIfUNebHTpbfEx4zR9VvYsJ7JGOHmpNJyx3qvX6XJ6d0QJ16I4kqF_yCqxLo/s400/ALeibovitz_AliceShoot_5.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440970521904138610" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR_w41VCBwBuwFGMXQOGQWXtnBlEzk1UIrglDP8-6B4EkqJkwT2UO5PjSfFWIspI7F-zxzR41MTFqhKfHDnoJ-vBmRaFMaovm3MVTLrdS4k1HoKAZ8oLJdY2cIP5STY3enUC7Y-TqrnEna/s400/ALeibovitz_AliceShoot_6.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440970987108067282" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKyRI9jKK-6iX1dejEOuHvVuEfdiBPXRz6AyOgBafCm5KyrtTxAyX1ETOQ-CkEN0UE6qdT0Eodfayr0YmWkon6nlmR1d4TikuXua3VztnwQbtz8UEAqkIHNQmfDxPzD4PJFB8tB939ZNtP/s400/ALeibovitz_AliceShoot_7.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440970995245452050" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinQBTsr_rfWyIL4KI3x99TUmGJxfQcZaboZnP0dUND3GskDBQqFYmJBqhTbYWTECbLL3X28ju3wYHK0gRmlMXXefFq_ol0pAM3PCFivFTZyI0Se0hjMbX0eeVlY9dL6gbGHn1B1EJV3cmH/s400/ALeibovitz_AliceShoot_8.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440970998406784002" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-85832154099792599342010-02-09T08:17:00.000-08:002010-02-09T14:59:13.098-08:00Feature: Wildflower LinensOnce again, the boundaries of design have transcended my expectation—this time leaving me in awe of items as seemingly ordinary as chair covers and table linens. Check out these beauties from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.wildflowerlinens.com">Wildflower Linens</a>, and I think you'll agree. These table dressings are a far cry from anything you've ever seen before and are more than worthy of my jaw dropping as I peruse the <a href="http://www.wildflowerlinens.com/gallery/inspirations">gallery</a>.<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiah4UcEeEIyqlHFjrq9rEMPRigfIGJz9kgjJRkcs1bHyjN41_SV0V912SA1BLB13dpASeAbYNSaKMco-QqNxCikhgpVMDQPAawxAbhohF5VS-PYJ00aLm-gdfAVTNFmN547tRHa_KvW90V/s400/GiddyInk_WildflowerLinens_1.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436293113660006242" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 299px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8JDXib-wiW-MqtwqdkiulBZWCdXfUEEcuHv8xbZTqyIxe0qWgMbdi55QTsOegOY4Ax37tZpxI411Il7plHTOIJJRrNvxJ8zGsPpB8BP6grHGQ0mRgAxp1aqJziG-jjHw-AeF5po7rFfwQ/s1600-h/GiddyInk_WildflowerLinens_2.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 379px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8JDXib-wiW-MqtwqdkiulBZWCdXfUEEcuHv8xbZTqyIxe0qWgMbdi55QTsOegOY4Ax37tZpxI411Il7plHTOIJJRrNvxJ8zGsPpB8BP6grHGQ0mRgAxp1aqJziG-jjHw-AeF5po7rFfwQ/s400/GiddyInk_WildflowerLinens_2.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436304066592995074" border="0" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMc8i5y6tDp53BWrC9e7K_27OEcM81HMRBtYtWuh-dZwl6uiK4i7nuefTP2ZPjiSYrBG9XBpDsC_JEyKFgqn5L1dAEOo05g7TA_uiVKctFpvxuKVb1eHiLfH9FI9jlDPqPT-MkHn-qTTZv/s400/GiddyInk_YellowBlackLinens_3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436293142338900914" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgm1G1zruXZ3NKBcnzq2oYWOCRWLzqUO-HNO4EsrKDR1wnaT0ze_BD50IhGIupEjWhkeUmsnI33c-uE5GAAsljQLgA1-uL1hBiNt7ZqteUh9JSm4xBahh2b0W9Kq3w3y2YP9jfsHQhWOBq/s400/Picture+4.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436296668900794514" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 398px; height: 400px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBsJh-myKoXGNQZBz-5AkcGKAldRkD_qwX6XvGhhIIWUNZ93wyV96y26h2qXJVdy3J6VLgU3bLjVljmqC2yXr7LLEgkOoY66cvBjxpG0Ntt57Jf7JkiQfnbYIfMkZ9DY9DSmuTGPYZfZ18/s400/Picture+8.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436299567548075650" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 210px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4em9V7xwj6lu4iDus8c7dQf5WQmAn8S_xX90gfwex-oUj01rqUMz3m0aCAT5odSBSBLbiovcUFC9qZWxB-vZlB7BaGTuy7EYWfY2j-_CTWo-zFvJVrfADnUmiWEFlXGyOBNQEr4ANaD0_/s400/Picture+5.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436296685517131154" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 397px; height: 400px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div> Featured in remarkable publications such as <a href="http://www.weddingstylemagazine.com/">Grace Ormonde</a>, <a href="http://insideweddings.com/">Inside Weddings</a>, <a href="http://www.yourweddingday.com/ywd/">Your Wedding Day</a>, <a href="http://www.thebrideandbloom.com/">Bride and Bloom</a> and <a href="http://www.exquisiteweddingsmagazine.com/">Equisite Weddings</a>, the artists at <a href="http://www.wildflowerlinens.com/">Wildflower</a> are clearly putting event linens in a class of their own. Layers upon luscious layers of lavish fabric, lace, and liberally-used glorious texture are used to create a totally original experience for each event. And I can't help but notice that the florals and glassware are perfectly propped to complete the experience down to the last artful detail.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8rvz3C55h4Tx0yyZ02DuscpUOMGjXDfeJwX8P75lvWWxeMxK0aqH7uzgj0S-m_RXg0tY4je8seMQhGT2QUUlQxU0uNNtoQm3G_JiH3f9rcKYEFaYZwpXlbihVIbiORzLvtdgAKLHADpf9/s400/GiddyInk_WildflowerLinens_5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436293169614996722" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 204px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieCVY-thWLXXkbLe_jVabyjFcUw8ztG9SkUT3geKuu72jSDZzPtzmxiUp2h2JEsFhjJKlZ1pcDjUaBBCC1gcWYiR-xDblQUE4Yjjb1eiEZXQQBTwjPPbgUJRKBC30sTXUeq_1zIuwVHuSe/s400/GiddyInk_WildFlowerLinens_6.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436294266431982850" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 268px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-gEIem1RNwrcvdgfsVmoSnAhCFbOZgPz-E-XtVFdqoOV8mQ1xL-NibcDxTmiX7P7OkvLLebMFe4QhUoubo8JL9ce4phPRTjseEFN_kn79Kx_63VduGZ6qwcUmyOYcpq6ynP2cglxEX_pY/s400/GiddyInk_RedBlackLinens_7.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436294284821206098" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzn7DZUo5EBk1jS_yUq0NwJge0cZqYSxkpHg749FnRXu_bR9w0-i0dRVA7M1UbhuAKO5MoF4ZKeHY974Kl8bBw3y2nhyphenhyphen3EeDiubtCxlJ-djPnDdPJBNjO6mOpNB7fk9sThhyphenhyphenjBYLvtnnaO/s400/GiddyInk_Wildflowerinens.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436302592986136722" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 399px; height: 400px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcKsPwzkp_rnHWGQM00QAu7nGAatvsfbaai3GucM0LF1-jnlNVrNbxCg4IHnusaXLtgckhPlolY4SRfmn8HB90pnd0_rqIhHVJ_A9HJsUdLGuowI9oAknFG4KbFqSx27cOvv1yaMGRi-qS/s400/GiddyInk_LaceLinens_10.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436294323145438386" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 399px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVAGSAsZXab62fDDnal3lQuP8i1ENqPzW1XSWFjiSj7jDZWD6MKjfaC7Vhdf12SQ6lx-TUYJ7ZNnUozYxAsfqelZvkIFeiCYKq2mKFbBE-PRbDISJdfL7XvPToNvC25gduv4la9aaEfPfF/s400/GiddyInk_WildFlowerLinens_12.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436295488287692898" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div><div>If you're looking to transport your guests to a never-seen-before magical place, don't forget the tables. We say think far, far beyond the typical white satin chair cover, and dress those tables as creatively as you dress yourself. Pair unexpectedly, create slightly different experiences at each table, use color, and of course, accessorize!</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif3jENtRzuVkbEokJk7QN0dpGFj-1Ck47n2GJOWNnxLjLhWEUPkp6pn1R71brH_7VH_HzPbDVdSvu1nZMU6ImoTGdsDm3C4SjkmbZz6otbXf4CcbEEkEE-VPAOdEKfiTuVZmLzsnECXwv2/s400/Picture+3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436296654894933554" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 368px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8YgrohhADcewGdV0xTBROzqnfIzX2Fv7-1CYBknzsrY3iUAqLmgyHXJEZWs5Z4kDo2GdIuWZ1I4m1rYEQ_16O7Cl6hGCamwvHUynSY3OMDFURRwthHozvh2jLj42K_rl2J3KBfGRmttjH/s400/Picture+7.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436299580063395730" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Special thanks to</span> <a href="http://aarondelesie.com/">Aaron Delesie Photographer</a>, <a href="http://www.jangarcia.com/">Jan Garcia Photography</a>, <a href="http://www.iiphoto.net/index.php">Imagery Immaculate</a>, <a href="http://www.yourweddingday.com/ywd/">Your Wedding Day Magazine</a>, <span style="font-style: italic;">and</span> <a href="http://www.triplecord.com/">Triple Cord Photography</a></span></div></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-6936603609859405322010-01-12T20:21:00.000-08:002010-01-12T21:16:22.631-08:00A Touch of Sparkle for Shanon + Troy<div style="text-align: left;">Well, Happy New Year, Giddy Ink fans. It's high time we share some pretty stuff; wouldn't you say? We have <i>so many</i> fabulous new goodies to share right now, but today we're in the mood to show off these shimmery beauties we created for Shanon and Troy's big day.</div><div><br /></div><div><div>Here's the story. Shanon and Troy had planned a traditional <a href="http://www.graceumc.com/">Methodist</a> wedding that captured their personalities with subtle elegance and made their guests feel special. Upon meeting us, Shanon had already picked out her dress and her bridesmaids’ dresses which donned a timeless paisley motif and rhinestone detailing. Their gold, silver and champagne color palette inspired us to create something soft, classic and very chic.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXbb13zHUQuaS1We4MwmGmklWWR2tN5bBMoOqf1xkSE_QjTd29OgPHcXa_TCYl_XumdpcFu3VGE86MyY6LSH-ZGFO4zbo66YiU_uIArwy0_Uz8hYH_CNFy5JnNMdBFlwPxuHS6_EBq1pLV/s400/Silver_GoldWedding1.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426086836162308146" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 242px; " /></span></div><div>So, we created this radiant design for their day: gold and silver ink on opal paper finished with rhinestones. We paired polished paisleys from Shanon’s dresses and linens with the Celtic cross from Troy’s wedding ring—a nod to his Irish roots. Then, we sealed it all up with a stately Celtic-inspired wax seal.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjafZnKkazZRUN_Q62FuJAJvkrQkyAX0ytaPF52x7jsJVPifej607PCUlclb5nwpUQkSpx56IezHu00XZvctaULQLG847RYipMkJYC1-U2Pmlbf0UxDyNeYPbsrXvQAvKGfyrTYzqzTUcgU/s400/Picture+6.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426085663212418978" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 241px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhym0igeo8J6q-zp3GRGmMsWXzZtGEwmEewDEx2qHI99Cvhd54yR5yS-_xhS-f_rbCUfRVtPoVXhzTKhay4JKVRrq5rO82DeOlNChNVrrj7fnXuBVzMfuGUbLko7WMZ3ZZPqI5QgMUGkVax/s400/GiddyInk_Silver_GoldWedding2.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426080912391275410" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 244px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">This design and the coordinating programs, menus, escort cards, and signage were the perfect marriage of two people and their distinct styles. They also show just how much a common design theme can really bring it all together. Thanks to <a href="http://www.picturesbytracy.com/">Tracy Abston</a> for capturing and sharing these beautiful shots from the wedding and <a href="http://www.clubcorp.com/club/scripts/section/section.asp?NS=PCH&MFCODE=DTNRC">reception</a>.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH-7k5-fWBbI4dY_bweITKUpeFM1Yodvo1EVqbtJKXN08SJRzhnJ-CEzTAIk49Kkt6p2hyphenhyphenx-UK5H1EA9lMqKWstKhZekSw2Oa5uGSWt_V6E3zSthtoKtzyiWw81jn6poTL9S5UKx6m_SMG/s400/Picture+1.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426084368970510530" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwpG5ZL6X7aUnFfCIXtYhn8BMyL748IseQyqiT5OVJnSNkkiuOpGVBRIhqijqZLnmSCgHRO4fiXQF5jWgIOuwjGLWATRe_uF2Hl8UGTF20kVD63E9Fn-BTl20PZ51XfmCKVFVx0kIwhvAi/s400/GiddyInk_SilverGoldInviations_9.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426081453330029202" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 242px; " /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCF02sB0tONsICJXApLG3242UVuDZv-Z56WA_ZQIztJHupOjfIOqDuFyfQphqFBFTQ260VH2fL0ctAE0tTNZg46WYbWWbMPRiMLyJPViqZDvbF4h4gJ2YkO3-rocIqDMvDStm1yuNoYmO_/s400/GiddyInk_CelticWedding_3.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426080925391588146" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 244px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5_M-AIntPrOaxuwFVB7-IBfYb10JAqteGZSxCU5AFXTzVnFYHZvstTgYBg61BT0RQ1TEEh6ZOXho-Pucu-TWUL3ZJYbQlx0bCXzLb7BvmFoGEn6U0APdTkqo8-Sob9xAgN_eVk-ZZiWYw/s400/GiddyInk_SilverGoldInviations_10.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426081458228450850" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 241px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj_sVfnHijej-Fl7kO_P1VRxYgDFSFqP7AW2z24iSd-gJ0zimA1EekpEZoGIfshN2IB8w2jiXPo1gfh_5u-BTY1Ns4Bev8iEHpohBqRYOTpqiZzYf_2okXDCelaG_NWKpUEjFXh_a0jvbH/s400/GiddyInk_ShanonTroy4.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426080935693713666" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 241px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGJ2oT_rJMu3ViMBPgfc-5SpD9y4fbocKI5LTZdZJWXLV5J3GIIgjyTl3dEUAs26oRdX8bgw-nkjP0dXjMdHkicWTDnvzS57vF2yoQoTI0q2TJyeR1GnccfJ1gKY-4KCup4i_ltbnLizEU/s400/GiddyInk_SilverGoldInviations_7.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426081445421133570" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 241px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTR1Ipnj8U4ptAx4Z9kdn00SCOfxq2wcRRDKyFhIXDnko2EMlS96Lf7UJHP9T8v91jctZdEyGN2mVTthOFeL0VO_7w9E71JRTzatDEqOM2z8QeKUBKouc3Vzg90d5sOum4ASTAjS1ddU3o/s400/GiddyInk_SilverGoldInviations_8.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426081450177511522" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 242px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW1iO1OQfY_yjeNXTUPuBO_nZ5cekdPIq3l31ke6_F0DsSwXIwDqBOPoPgdBTe-ecDROjDbNEWjUaeJDvJYk6uJk4V-e-86SDpd_4pHfr7Qs2_u60mXfyGa5M7UKFMddW8Dc5Wy7gY8YhV/s400/Picture+2.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5426084898675523506" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></div><div>Congratulations, Shanon and Troy! Working with you was such an honor.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i>Photos 1, 2: <a href="http://www.neysaruhl.com/">Neysa Ruhl Photography</a></i></span></div></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-85280489219892468892009-12-22T13:56:00.000-08:002009-12-22T15:06:57.274-08:00My Parents Were AwesomeAs you half-begrudgingly pack the suitcase for another festive trip home for the holidays, <a href="http://giddyink.com/">we</a> and the founders of blog phenom, <a href="http://myparentswereawesome.tumblr.com/">My Parents Were Awesome</a>, encourage you to pause for a moment to pay homage to your beloved 'rents. After all, they gave up a heck of a lot of awesomeness over the past 20-30 something years to pass the torch on to you.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNI3vgUKcyJC24sV3UDLmrUHGV_UUbFP9fXvTPrYpAVlSWm0Arq61V0pSUv1PyP83kI29eO07krgewNoaf09nrRBov07Cucw5gyYjLiAf6FtOuNWSTarTA6BEQrDM6Of7m4szak1-rTbzP/s1600-h/GiddyInk_ParentsWereAwesome1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNI3vgUKcyJC24sV3UDLmrUHGV_UUbFP9fXvTPrYpAVlSWm0Arq61V0pSUv1PyP83kI29eO07krgewNoaf09nrRBov07Cucw5gyYjLiAf6FtOuNWSTarTA6BEQrDM6Of7m4szak1-rTbzP/s400/GiddyInk_ParentsWereAwesome1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5418195287794100802" border="0" /></a>Don't let mom fool you with her embroidered sweater or dad with his loafers and Ford Taurus. There are secrets locked behind that now salt-n-pepper mustache you may not even want to know. I'm talkin' chain-smoking, shirtless guitar-strumming, and rejection of established institution like you would not believe. It's true; before they were ‘Mom’ and ‘Dad’, those two were just your everyday ‘Leroy + Ruthie’ or ‘Ron + Darlene’—a couple of plaid-clad lovebirds flashing peace signs and breaking curfew.<br /><div><br />Thank goodness there is just enough photographic evidence of this said awesomeness to pique our curiosity and ensure us that our parents might just get us more than we think. 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Homespun in the hippest way, Angie carried this look out beautifully with purple and green gerber daisies, vintage-styled wooden alphabet blocks, and a custom cake created by <a href="http://www.takethecakecincinnati.com/">Take the Cake</a> to match the invitations. You know how we love handsome design made of sugar...mmmarvelous. Happy belated birthday, Zella and Mica!</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_YRWI6stIPIJsU6ViwH7cK6M2HxYZATR1RSk369MAuaqhLsU96FeKYlgx4quyXz_zGsdqdpEvMXbjEK6B23ukzPr6M3_Tc3kJG4WWWX_EH-27aph42jCI1qp7XNJpwU6zqa66-5_JFg5V/s1600-h/GiddyInk_BirthdayInvitations6.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_YRWI6stIPIJsU6ViwH7cK6M2HxYZATR1RSk369MAuaqhLsU96FeKYlgx4quyXz_zGsdqdpEvMXbjEK6B23ukzPr6M3_Tc3kJG4WWWX_EH-27aph42jCI1qp7XNJpwU6zqa66-5_JFg5V/s400/GiddyInk_BirthdayInvitations6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415286272657198482" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg8v8phtBBUsz6BeGVmMXDWRHHyJHErPuFD3t-Gt_qxIzMGgBYqty2xbF0Ow84zMyT3gqJQ5ojZnrDUdNaEBKGlgdsCZL9p8EVtWXneewFBv09UxhTN0goFwj_C0q0eNO1ZwE2Ri_T9H57/s1600-h/GiddyInk_BirthdayInvitations.4.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg8v8phtBBUsz6BeGVmMXDWRHHyJHErPuFD3t-Gt_qxIzMGgBYqty2xbF0Ow84zMyT3gqJQ5ojZnrDUdNaEBKGlgdsCZL9p8EVtWXneewFBv09UxhTN0goFwj_C0q0eNO1ZwE2Ri_T9H57/s400/GiddyInk_BirthdayInvitations.4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415285967869218050" border="0" /></a><div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5XB4vBw2IjeNBKNNr5gNu6yT0QdS1qG5D1TcLriV_82Q0uceYf16_HOYlI1Kf9tIqOsTf_DYIJF5rFa0GG_BKmfWwvbODSkvWBf9vjw_2VPZNYRQDoHkvwfnh4kWSqkoHeZYMFumjx7Mz/s1600-h/GiddyInk_BirthdayInvitations8.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5XB4vBw2IjeNBKNNr5gNu6yT0QdS1qG5D1TcLriV_82Q0uceYf16_HOYlI1Kf9tIqOsTf_DYIJF5rFa0GG_BKmfWwvbODSkvWBf9vjw_2VPZNYRQDoHkvwfnh4kWSqkoHeZYMFumjx7Mz/s400/GiddyInk_BirthdayInvitations8.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415284145483620498" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3-lMv7UZvTGssmEkfB8rZyFwIEheZ4lHnun4sahyTZsB581xFOg7cpw9xT7SNbKVfJJrY63wXO6EMaXwamwQ3rtT8fycvhNS3ixK0CRRtmqOOcog-iCpsPPhh4qeU0iySiWqW-04xSWYW/s1600-h/GiddyInk_BirthdayInvitations7.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3-lMv7UZvTGssmEkfB8rZyFwIEheZ4lHnun4sahyTZsB581xFOg7cpw9xT7SNbKVfJJrY63wXO6EMaXwamwQ3rtT8fycvhNS3ixK0CRRtmqOOcog-iCpsPPhh4qeU0iySiWqW-04xSWYW/s400/GiddyInk_BirthdayInvitations7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415284138116652050" border="0" /></a></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlj-TwRcdisneUgmGBKk83V1oZ-bYPjAuCVmo0LKA4bM26hBaGN54RyAQwdVhH42uRU0SD07r3kG6W4esjcAiBdW_04bN10Wq8wbjJ5S9vWMymwBpzctfrEswnSLXnpA7Es6VN1alXosBI/s400/Twins_Birthday_Decor.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415291886340813714" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 396px; height: 252px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZA0nIEfuFCnD-zHVM1Y8brm8LERFqS2141DvkyZKohAz7n1JZ0NSgUTQk4fa1mICTjwtAs31uWPHtmN0f5S3Z7fJ_YGkLMumvURm_gQ2LoFPOFautUqYo5G7EZYmVK41w9_9BXQIp9bnQ/s400/Twins_BirthdayCake.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415293264671599010" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 213px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);font-size:78%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span class="Apple-style-span"><i>Images 3 and 4:</i> <a href="http://www.neysaruhl.com/">Neysa Ruhl Photography</a>; <i>Image 5:</i> <a href="http://closetlight.wordpress.com/">David Schlosser</a></span></span></span></div></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-5559793431670905242009-12-09T20:40:00.000-08:002009-12-09T21:31:32.473-08:00Yummy Designs by Amy Atlas<div style="text-align: left;">Dessert meet design. Design, dessert. Now that we're all acquainted, let's party! It's not often two of my favorite things in the world coexist as harmoniously as they do on <a href="http://amyatlas.com/">Amy Atlas's</a> signature <a href="http://amyatlas.com/index.php/main/portfolio/">dessert tables</a>. Works of art in their own right, these stunners are no doubt the highlight of the party—drawing guests in with their out-of-this-world details and heavenly flavors. Coveted by big names such as <a href="http://www.oprah.com/index">O Magazine</a>, <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/">Martha Stewart</a>, <a href="http://www.bhg.com/">Better Homes & Gardens</a>, and <a href="http://www.prestonbailey.com/">Preston Bailey</a>, Amy Atlas is a must-have for many high-profile events in New York and around the country—and it's easy to see why everyone is still hungry for more.</div><div><br /></div><div>It's no secret we strive to add that designer's edge to all of our goodies, but it's such a treat (no pun intended) to see this degree of artistry carried out with sugary edibles. Thank you <a href="http://www.amyatlas.blogspot.com/">Amy</a>, for surprising us with your creativity and keen sense of style. </div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxbxqprabsOfrfSATASx3gyNYgX9Dpa7uaU7dF1qs-CKL2hN6iwlUl1LPaWleYnO4mhdJb88ag5fG2ZSp7tsDg3K2ROm9oep_bSq4CT-DW9QMEoEuJJYgpLySirIQDYWTCdXJRN29LIa2D/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable1.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413470805347998386" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 268px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLai2dQzhteXIco_IgUmKSWMrBRuatEWxvGGaUgLZX0keuE2kcnTmrO_o_0EAuSRPoMq1v6oYEttEnJwwD_-VDyBsLLyVf_OKqHLlIaXISHdubDGtECI06oJvOXBGmQPFkY0YANoD9lQdX/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable2.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413470815227165122" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzPnkCNCfub4KTGSGUeqEBUEh3NfZnLrONWjNKeZOc3yWRZq7I47shff2ESbPw0Epg3ms0GFX5TfQdWzNyA9txJtL-imJ-X9xVC3rEonHY5LrXYHzUbHhpY3wS08tweolx-aByVPnuOcz2/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable3.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413470825166414994" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKSZlNqyw9EAVzA0qNfMGNKchtq14MPs38QrEjR9Nnx2PE6qZzQyGok0PhVCfeMkAJa-26oXSQVKac9TlB_ZfFVwiD8ou_a1jJhL5T5eXBoF2j12yvaeHPP2NJGmnM-Uk0uuw3Yunrxwkr/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable5.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413470839520711058" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 268px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0U0fV89paB6wvGOis-P1QJUulKPAnK5o1a7lAPzOaHDm3bgoim1XAAQAe-xdxIPEyDSm5HhgpozfaVrllHm862zrV0XDs-2l0Lc6R4WY4fwFWVVI2B-8iPPQ4QoQN0MjyFSOE-C2QTtx5/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable4.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413470830986095282" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 308px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHFnR_LWxe0Lrn7gg3biyImmrjTczq6ITCafcY7r_1Mh7QPNsvI3mJ8DjodAO4oUHU4IlayzOmxXnHoAlNMfmdfkjYJIxeyjMpHbbAPU_mRaiqlg6WVTDfUARagyqHLO6mZYqEzXu8RFJ-/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable10.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413471547805299298" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB7D9CQxD1ppHuAR0L2h-V0WPxqcKwBwuB403oqvlkXgpwDEeprRMNLqdwOA8vBj_v7O5rwNbNIbF9browxI5u0kkXCu67a7-4d6U3NaA5KtwhzkM8Iyj2BCtaKLcXd7RaEyeYqRuD6Iq2/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable9.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413471538809239362" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqMQ4CjWm1COeLx4KzCYG3VvIZwdZoSFebJjDNqtQ4U1aoorgvO5QL2fXc41duH34IaWxW06_Opzl9sjMS3UHfuazdNjDzmJFKBYIlmFyjUE0dRU6vgHxxU5RubscbVCmSgRdG9dNMF_hC/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable7.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413471521744255090" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguefn7Q2T2CSUu-LZQLBe7FMc2r58o0TB5jdDvSa61233rMbRlKDOOB83W_aYT8-oJO4NuN0BJRdQ6Ib89bQpSzk0txMsgB4KRUVXupk0a0jWXsPBLW6zM9i9Da9DbpyyagVVjoFG8GBO1/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable8.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413471528437957954" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAUW5QFLB-8ISVnzx2_PZrU6n6PfOwkRZgairHZXUbznw6ddyejAlCaL1fRDTuFjzwO9JxmgWi3YWUKL2i3bBmunV1bsP3mJIa4CQzPgdWq-3R-VcF3Sep5a4oM9KvBHwSSo4pk7JVETCn/s400/AmyAtlas_DessertTable11.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413471811540211682" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 305px; " /></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-3683030291163778872009-11-30T19:58:00.001-08:002009-11-30T20:10:08.397-08:00I Can Feel A Hot OneSimply put: I would love to design something inspired by this poignant <a href="http://www.themanchesterorchestra.com/us/news/new-tour-dates-sale-today">Manchester Orchestra</a> video for <a href="http://www.metacafe.com/watch/sy-24776441001/manchester_orchestra_i_can_feel_a_hot_one_official_music_video/">I Can Feel a Hot One. </a> Wow.<br /><br /><embed src="http://www.metacafe.com/fplayer/sy-24776441001/manchester_orchestra_i_can_feel_a_hot_one_official_music_video.swf" width="400" height="345" wmode="transparent" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" name="Metacafe_sy-24776441001"></embed><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://www.metacafe.com/watch/sy-24776441001/manchester_orchestra_i_can_feel_a_hot_one_official_music_video/">Manchester Orchestra - I Can Feel A Hot One (Official Music Video)</a> - <a href="http://www.metacafe.com/">Click here for the most popular videos</a></span>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-57324406698906753482009-11-16T19:22:00.000-08:002009-11-17T05:07:29.611-08:00Blush Boudoir<div style="text-align: left;">We're feeling saucy today—feels like a splendid time to show off some glamorous, sultry boudoir photos by our photographer friend, <a href="http://picturesbytracy.com/">Tracy Abstson</a>. Her <a href="http://www.blush-boudoir.com/">Blush Budoir</a> project is laced with so much hotness, I practically need an icy beverage just to finish this post.</div><div><br /></div><div>I simply love this concept: sexy, beautiful shots of yourself, propped to your liking to capture your more provocative side. The key here is eloquence, and Tracy is able to toe this fine line so gracefully without missing the sparkle. Her comfort level with her clients is obvious and creates the perfect platform to bring out the vixen in all of us. Typically intended for your sweetie's eyes only, I can't think of a better gift to spice things up a bit. </div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5oy9fhxM3YVD7Uo1Osv_zhJISHnqwRd9HowXDHx1ls5k9m6U7NwhTMGTxZqaJWKOatHzGRxvG7uTM-HFIJ8xpSnL9ByoSfsxwdI3oL9oT77ppcesPILKiijPheW0sGDhI4sEHhCqRYA-j/s400/BlushBoudoir_1.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404932892155729634" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWzLYH5RKGSKKfrFpGEDMRCaqPu8saDG7ZdbgziUPyQn_yiJmwdWr5vHWd6TWWHwk7YbsDaNU5CG4kUARRmux7y9KwgzvFAx27PWmvsAXs-wCcLaKkAO6d1UaJi6x0NJc4e6TUIT0rGr08/s400/BlushBoudoir_2.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404932896401171570" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp-7H8Xn_v2DafcyRQD6_kv2YCfVekkrdhrJmlvdLLCbJI_IWSmWSh-Fiz4BpQb9YbbdziYwCXrR7IJTtG7mMz0gAFON7t06ryVlpgMM5Wfp2Oxc0opq6K5arN2DhJdaaSHKtbIcfiyJHw/s400/BlushBoudoir_3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404932897643575570" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 270px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9E1s139YuQFeyyXXOUzc2IF0j8a0cxmI_flAG43vOSwO4x33bQY8RzzFU6uc7ky-F0X31jAxBgY3ZB_4wkkbNW1aud4mn6DVxvtjZ53a8TWTt-AYO32v6L9wWB9A1A-f21dtEWx_0Tmcn/s400/BlushBoudoir_5.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404932905537540818" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 268px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKJUs3FrhQBGR0_EdI0Led6cSjc2NzuvDZnzNG7G_qXtIFugiqFwR3PctMZaCCT96svGBIaP92uwHAlcG5I7PutxLhfN39M-2bLAXQ6bOzy4ZdrUxGVr_5gohhBO7vw_Mm-zzIOvaVIvut/s400/BlushBoudoir_4.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404932901359078546" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdbPLQOYnDfqGXDF2OhO6GOqDmRdCDBwoFxXCSMswQTrOp1BRLBE1FzYkvhWjAVmm8opNNxsLBNNNvj5wsZkgV17p6EbQtzEYd6J9xqJDCkOTg9TukXnjPlBoRY7jfVXdv6MYRmk13IHUa/s400/BlushBoudoir_9.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404935361004140546" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHAOCeOWSuflzkiawW7fhofYWM2xJJgM01TDFEvEqlwtWrxUo6pLzBfU-ND5_DOnA8GE1bou-6f1qw0Ao-xNHehyP2BtXKNxccVXZW7emjvxADfpc_8JXhMYJYE86uSdj7ouQfByXsO6ni/s400/BlushBoudoir_8.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404935353701436578" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3vgd4VuJxaKCr-FzmV5FDmYv3Lrm8r_ELIC6nUN8kC_7gTq-vlJ_U3CSUi3QHhHJqi8K8KTWwWKkpZ8BvCHkLmiMgkt0HswiChBa4M6Tfv1TVmF3ZOG0MyzuZoimYOAjhw1dz3XceqHsc/s400/BlushBoudoir_7.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404935350382571522" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZl8tCZUyFUOh9v4Ei9W49P9GK7l0E-Bu_wDzf4VYWhiHR1agx_jOW8pZTTmobm-2GdHZAc4YbYy-HTgZ9cNJlwWr8VY4yNauJOusYJ6a6Ug94Ur1gAGAyBNMad5MayESFnvqUExSw3eQg/s400/BlushBoudoir_6.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404935343910096370" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 263px;" border="0" /><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Also, check out Tracy's modern day vintage hair accessories: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PinMeUpCouture?ga_search_query=pinmeupcouture&ga_search_type=seller_usernames">PinMeUp Couture</a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop_sold.php?user_id=7003019"></a></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-59926880689822499232009-11-09T14:47:00.000-08:002009-11-09T18:59:34.577-08:00Genna and Clark's Farmhouse WeddingYou may remember an inspired <a href="http://giddy-tuesday.blogspot.com/2009/07/bohemian-farmhouse-chic.html">mood board</a> we shared for Genna and Clark's Bohemian Farmhouse chic wedding invitations a couple of months ago. Well today, we are happy to share the finished product with you along with some breathtaking shots by <a href="http://poiemaphotography.com/">Poiema Photography</a>. On October 17th, Genna and Clark tied the knot on Clark's family farm, Jumping Run Farm. An old dairy farm in charming Louisburg, North Carolina, this rustic diamond in the rough laid the the perfect groundwork for an enchanting, personalized event guests would not soon forget.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuM7PCKhCGzaQnhEiXzJPEv6hf5RZ-FYIi8KYDa1faCObOJQ0XcTyiMFDT0JiuG6uJRh1FcFhaQU5O-oau94mwymvhML2GVrH5I9BZa2-6T5N-GlF1KzAkRyfdRqaEWm54yBwJUivOHaU/s1600-h/farmhouse_2.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 285px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuM7PCKhCGzaQnhEiXzJPEv6hf5RZ-FYIi8KYDa1faCObOJQ0XcTyiMFDT0JiuG6uJRh1FcFhaQU5O-oau94mwymvhML2GVrH5I9BZa2-6T5N-GlF1KzAkRyfdRqaEWm54yBwJUivOHaU/s400/farmhouse_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402304138846588402" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOyTfxiHtUGBqh6zwD1RXqhwZRnSM7n6m38dTSwJcyw4ysiDbIF2qw5pPqzYk0syaHz58oI-yTLEmNC5kb3uBTEvxfu2wNRBZBA5V1tI6fBKKLDyDNifnstp9WSdJWRHFnk2QzZhIYJ4by/s400/CG_FarmhouseInvitations3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402253265067731394" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 264px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbe6dH4xrDzoZR-r34moznfZAgunFD5KVqHDh-Wb9gzH-3eP84yPkWoA38kjysXMCdu8o6uWSU-HadxpNRG-CYXllP4UeORcCyEgMeNvUQ0DB7PIrNLqSeD9Esk0bFJFa6k1wilMAO9Kc/s1600-h/farmhouse_invite2.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 285px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbe6dH4xrDzoZR-r34moznfZAgunFD5KVqHDh-Wb9gzH-3eP84yPkWoA38kjysXMCdu8o6uWSU-HadxpNRG-CYXllP4UeORcCyEgMeNvUQ0DB7PIrNLqSeD9Esk0bFJFa6k1wilMAO9Kc/s400/farmhouse_invite2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402301166928527362" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTydM8du5uS0DBmI9Y8z81bgduDsemrhFuSD4rcJvePuRq6B1RenKMZ6XS-s0cXdJA_1qmab2sGXKckkL8u5efXWPxz193-Pkn5Ve_mOQGdQ9V37XGDeHPNcpxluKR1Q5mFwanaMCjFEQ/s1600-h/farmhouse_flowers.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 285px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTydM8du5uS0DBmI9Y8z81bgduDsemrhFuSD4rcJvePuRq6B1RenKMZ6XS-s0cXdJA_1qmab2sGXKckkL8u5efXWPxz193-Pkn5Ve_mOQGdQ9V37XGDeHPNcpxluKR1Q5mFwanaMCjFEQ/s400/farmhouse_flowers.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402296424818631794" border="0" /></a><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><br /></span></span><div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuwootihBJBF6n-_kFsOTJlufRX9kfFCz2szD2Wbr47bh4ZWQ1vjMSGt0ZAtKpaUMgUBL3lYCQiGYJVe_Gxf0T5ovzCfHYE2K_ucME4Eign1Y2lyUoN5TfU6R9_aTeBnGzE-BFY8Tp-_U/s1600-h/farmhouse_band.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 285px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuwootihBJBF6n-_kFsOTJlufRX9kfFCz2szD2Wbr47bh4ZWQ1vjMSGt0ZAtKpaUMgUBL3lYCQiGYJVe_Gxf0T5ovzCfHYE2K_ucME4Eign1Y2lyUoN5TfU6R9_aTeBnGzE-BFY8Tp-_U/s400/farmhouse_band.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402296130299168002" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Clark shared some photos of the farm with us before we started this design which made it easy to capture the perfectly homespun essence of the farm and the viney terrain of the property itself. The invitation suite we created came tucked in a woodgrain paper belly band bound with baker's twine and a single apple green button.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2masUeSk2KX2qfEoZjvnVs0uCcAztXQ5-dBs7T8alm7eIcWtNheW2PUVVCLsjhZvxEqL8y0d5x-fCjTMH556_e7ch0jX3mqc6m_Vv4bMRDy-hAF4Qbz3OApMeG3Y0vjbSDCF2KaUrYUw/s1600-h/Fgallery1-2.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 277px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2masUeSk2KX2qfEoZjvnVs0uCcAztXQ5-dBs7T8alm7eIcWtNheW2PUVVCLsjhZvxEqL8y0d5x-fCjTMH556_e7ch0jX3mqc6m_Vv4bMRDy-hAF4Qbz3OApMeG3Y0vjbSDCF2KaUrYUw/s400/Fgallery1-2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402284014167945106" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><br /></span></span></div></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqbsIcm9xx1SS9Np9tEbJBo0q5ETASPJxxrl-DWxD8A85QOajPoiVCJCrnfkdM36CGsNZc4OdsfSTZ8Uw9KJ2yYikNx6sw4iuTreYFWrNkK54OHO6B2LjIi0thvk9BuOlX0TDXsWddE4VZ/s400/CG_FarmhouseInvitations5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402253276860754578" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 302px;" border="0" /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Clark's own photography of the farm debuted on the front of a vintage inspired RSVP postcard for an extra personal touch.</span></span><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY_luTceQ3l6Jvmd9s4hP5fJcI6tLEix5IiSdF5Qg5SwArc4H5ogVTR7wOs43D1lmJsEodwWsl5fEOUqcXgaNc_c4kT99yYOOVVI6NNTCQdjI0VJmKVg-sRpPiQYBkpAelY_g2Ryc2m_NZ/s400/CG_FarmhouseInvitations6.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402253928752143138" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" border="0" /><br /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJmzaHgxR_hCpQLsOTDA42i4tOttQZMXPf79FBbBzoOhZZgpKA4O6FE7wwnSTNb6-2plauNVsauCxy4ETM6DJPdY9qqBR84qz6ZsOyrGnSEzJLLB6ONhvl63CDFhnSGKh95JmsKeFVogaN/s400/CG_FarmhouseInvitations9.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402253942590323058" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" border="0" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">You simply can't have a wedding on a dairy farm without a couple of lovable cows in the mix.<br /></span></span></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS86tkRaE4qPfyl054Zolqu_wNIoy7xjMYCGPLaAw6xVZ9GX9ydJGKNPbARzlb0wkw4qZjWB_lo-J5WxgL8gviWP8XPCEuLcJ_ZZw4Miw4aD_xaFANnwCmt54FgRwHDPnOhbAJdLeDcySD/s400/CG_FarmhouseInvitations7.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402253933231773074" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" border="0" /></span></span>Luxurious 1-color letterpress done by the amazingly talented <a href="http://studioonfire.com/">Studio On Fire</a> and intricate nature-inspired detailing add just the right amount of finesse.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-EcIky5ZLdcVoeV8MdomDxrH82xuAyzYXgaeTl-z9zWzChePGNQ2kd6TypWvWT6-F1svtva7kjtj5R98A1ZKxNQhzdvZ5j-PgZWY-g6lCnGw8GTh9YrC818qIKXl0LNgWtCF8Ydx6LZOO/s400/CG_FarmhouseInvitations8.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402254654379135554" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" border="0" /></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Clark and Genna, we have enjoyed every minute of working with you. Your love story is the stuff fairytales are made of, and your wedding photos capture your personalities perfectly. Many, many congrats.<br /><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHBfqJBqpoBz3ceaPY7W3GJUcetzTol-2NtAj2BASxX6l5UpIl4ZQ5EI0N1NVGb9xK3O8H9k6AIHQS13iEhqOwjBq8cUDmZ1O8Bf2NHnuZn5-662gnnw4iH8NIf0onZxRw9CpXaxIVMH9w/s400/CG_FarmhouseInvitations12.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402254666810321074" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 264px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmP_1lVgBNCMTNkEUGuTw3xYVdAk7hXqz1hXhG68SlEs83U9AkA1IUpylpFUsWlhyphenhyphennl3BU9mR3Fp7WR1EkyKGOk9KQ6xYVHw3M6pZ68v6RrMsM83o4nUHYXyboJnejDeaSzwSX5KMkAA3t/s400/CG_FarmhouseInvitations11.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402254658081318722" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" border="0" /></span></span><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><br /></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-12899766179111210092009-11-02T07:49:00.000-08:002009-11-02T08:36:16.837-08:00A New Look for BHPP+K<div style="text-align: left;">We recently did some work with the <a href="http://www.bhpc2.org/main/">Beverly Hills Presbyterian Preschool and Kindergarten</a> to help make their <a href="http://www.cmarket.com/auction/AuctionHome.action?auctionId=91140668">annual silent auction</a> a fundraising success. A 4-piece design and invitation kit was designed for the auction committee to use to help promote this swanky philanthropic affair at the <a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/beverlywilshire/">Beverly Wilshire</a>.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div>The fundraising project went so well that the <a href="http://www.bhpc2.org/main/">Beverly Hill Presbyterian Preschool and Kindergarten</a> also chose us rebrand the school itself. Just before the first school bell invited youngsters back to school this fall, we helped the school (<a href="http://www.bhpc2.org/main/">BHPP+K</a>) roll out this refreshed logo along with matching collateral materials. The colorful and sophisticated new look tastefully captures the essence of youth and learning. A book icon pays tribute to the bible without polarizing families who aren't Presbyterian—a challenge we faced going into this project. We feel the new look is fun, fresh and laced with just enough spiritual reference to keep all members feeling comfortable and united. If you're in the Beverly Hills area, also look for the school signage we designed at the corner of Rodeo Drive and Santa Monica Boulevard!</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi87eQUmas-YYikJaIHOCmdtq1wWfZojy3ZhA-QYm974MTS6kg28osct7Vx7IGmOlAW9enRKNbHqTQVCno7E2MZwLf1ZyWtSfsYUVUHNb6Wm4F2hWlZi0_or3fTAc46xkqHJbjTRa82jGNF/s400/BevHillsPresbytPres_Logo5.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399541998891281890" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 256px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHZX17DDFbWSghpiY3ZwMjD-jESehvdqv4pMxi_x1H3d0j0Xn9fO3B-ThIVrRVERTXzQgZirkRHJaU2k2FCneanHLF1gt3m3H0yVmgwPajJhpqxKH0Xg8GfRQ0ZAPhXL9lfmZAcKtDhiVA/s400/BevHillsPresbytPres_Logo4.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399542197765151762" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 363px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw-eD40WQo8mASDIrhr38U20JiD8ImVyaJWRWKiqFUE3_kanFwKMgzZR0YTRK-6o7LY6t1-_nqnRTuteEFSYsrDbGp61fbcU3MYc9yt0KEqm4OrycLeNcUONe0HOtb0qukadF0JWoYSowv/s400/BevHillsPresbytPreschool_Logo3.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399543528756647458" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaMDqDPIIkzduciuCkdsU3XB-YwYcheIxZPkBzD-bNTpjBf49ytZFRmD62jwsvLeVYLE1XuFGrRrfJkNqM-RPkpmHo-if_h8Rp_Vlh1x94MeZqilJeP5jbzVd-q8s0K5fRQQYcf_8Y22pI/s400/BevHillsPresbytPres_Logo2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399544719714993874" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV17a95-KDRyl3kicvnPQAfbrGqT3CUjZzhmz-E7Jwd6coW21KImPFOYVKnve010hMjGD15Sr74stZjL8nf7Zu1m2YlQZgXCGMCDtpEQTt6-Ep0RwFHBHfzmGfIb4CRoKsb7y3_QogPrDx/s400/BevHillsPresbytPres_Logo1.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399544325600746418" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-3033126986510334162009-10-20T20:09:00.001-07:002009-10-20T20:39:40.713-07:00Daily Drop Cap<img src="http://jhische.com/dailydropcap/I-1-cap.png" title="Daily Drop Cap by Jessica Hische" align="left" alt="I" /> <div style="text-align: left;">t's a fairly basic design rule of thumb to use decorative fonts sparingly. Getting trigger happy with them can turn a great design into a circus faster than you can say "Rosewood." So why is it that I want to plaster my walls with these stunning drop caps from illustrator and typographer Jessica Hirsche? I just discovered on <a href="http://www.swiss-miss.com/">Swiss Miss</a> that each day, Jessica shares a new hand-crafted decorative initial cap on her site <a href="http://dailydropcap.com/">Daily Drop Cap</a>. This is part of her effort to beautify blog posts everywhere—a noble act indeed. I'm increasingly convinced that good typography makes the world go round. Enjoy the eye candy.</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgITHO_Xb43NHpZVnKKzi8qdVX9oVTAm7e9OjjLNyyisPe2b03qvKZUqK2DwHGaJ_8xzQDfEb6bp9Y-XKrQ5Huo36GiC3u08RUN8znTy1NzoBcUEX6E47LEBusXw3TPHs3Fy-zngjWV1TrC/s400/B_DailyDropCap.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394888812529159666" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 382px; height: 400px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrTic7GDhqLyUUCXgYGlFec1GSh_g0pMwCUt-Y1qD8mMOPjJPLAV6Gs6G8aQ2lqfHPBQq92Ip4Ht0V3bi39aDHdr_RYoVh654xJ34UoPStNoF6Ioq4KVvAIHXmhj5AD6LaXJ8VcNPkoVG3/s400/G_DailyDropCap.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394888898849312930" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 312px; height: 400px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7DQ_8584uwUlDLy5wnuGkTuIwffpDgt1lIOWNBXKkT-Ja8hdQP30Y1yZDjc1I_c8a5bGqKtaxNleTYBTTe8Hg0g5aLgjcaWh2eQSWjxHFo875T_Uv4mj_7XTe_KAh4lCE5zaIRQ1rnYHN/s400/L_DailyDropCap.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394889153157142338" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 387px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF6uK4ry9uXpmulP5K4Zl1rfs3_KlZltUzQN_iRkVq5fyErsLo9uMHdpaCNySGuLiSqr2hArsxBEQlZgXXXheTktBCRRHnVmnss43ipl2vnklrB2kz6g-BxiVHkHd4EKApz6ZJTgi5IPmC/s400/P_DailyDropCap.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394889682149382482" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 381px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiESHGHA_J1agHheLfHJXpTFFBmIl63Wm_KoBLC3ZJ3wXFg7F49LU6Cxw0FB6FO_XCHNOoecVzjz50UrP1UItFaHF0gBvkxCpu-itOLhiGqpBROj6Zf7OW8HOAruZW4YWnEARKiihuRTObD/s400/R_DailyDropCap.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394889817104646802" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 325px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaMsFRo_FVt3WhwjB_NtaF2UVB44y1CCb4SJuXqHKijQF3_YG37BPnVH90kqzW9nZq0IH68LYwI4tqGL8hH9QYFQAaK0GK6Ig3ddoJOaX6IlRGKUaEctehv_Kfb7jNbNlAJLtTyiZwP23a/s400/Q_DailyDropCap.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5394891768163545298" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 347px; " /></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-9291118496312398422009-10-14T14:00:00.000-07:002009-10-14T15:35:29.000-07:00Jodie and Matthew's Preppy Chic InvitationsCheck out these sweet photos of Jodie and Matthew's September wedding and the invitations we designed for it. Jodie and Matthew came to us looking to create a look for their special day that was fresh, preppy and tailored—just the look to complement their upbeat personalities and their outdoor engagement in San Fransisco—very sweet story.<br /><br />Jodie had chosen to use navy and white pinstripes and kelly green as the benchmark for the wedding's design theme; she had even created her own inspiration board as she collected images that spoke to her. “I want it to feel like a South Hampton Garden Party,” she said.<br /><br />And we knew just what to do. Crisp, bold stripes of green and navy printed on luxurious white letterpress paper were the perfect stage for for this clean, contemporary design. It went perfectly with their venue too: <a href="http://www.taftmuseum.org/">The Taft Museum of Art,</a> an impeccably maintained plantation-style gem with sweeping green lawns and grandeur white columns. Guests told Jodie and Matthew “This design is so you!”—the ultimate compliment.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;">As we always do, we first gathered images that embodied the right vibe. Thank you <a href="http://www.stephaniewilliamsphotography.com/">Stephanie Williams</a> for these perfect shots.</span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkYcaz1kFgInJIRp4vauf7Uih5nxeYciyHj0C5Vz6OUzMBxoDd-xhe88Vw0wQd7yhE7eMCMl1ukVlB4NtfUJ9ygwtUMecvVIs-SyQt8-GIK-ocTaRykdZf3_UCP41dWhtAfCU24Jk4x1Le/s1600-h/StephanieWilliamsPhotography_GiddyInk.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 398px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkYcaz1kFgInJIRp4vauf7Uih5nxeYciyHj0C5Vz6OUzMBxoDd-xhe88Vw0wQd7yhE7eMCMl1ukVlB4NtfUJ9ygwtUMecvVIs-SyQt8-GIK-ocTaRykdZf3_UCP41dWhtAfCU24Jk4x1Le/s400/StephanieWilliamsPhotography_GiddyInk.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392570571714986098" border="0" /></a>Then, the graphic story begins with a charming save-the-date.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkOmDAVMY3gTiaQNHe42iZn__vQAyug-NYupquzuyj1UP_OhxBvU2034u0kkN6TwZHb5147hDfhLW8mC_q_uE4yxC3zb1lBNag7TfSCrvhgJ8qNT8h9PLqnPc9nogznIUFP02N0P0OfVO8/s1600-h/SavetheDate_Pinstripe_GI.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 243px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkOmDAVMY3gTiaQNHe42iZn__vQAyug-NYupquzuyj1UP_OhxBvU2034u0kkN6TwZHb5147hDfhLW8mC_q_uE4yxC3zb1lBNag7TfSCrvhgJ8qNT8h9PLqnPc9nogznIUFP02N0P0OfVO8/s400/SavetheDate_Pinstripe_GI.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392570791104969602" border="0" /></a>For the invitation, a brilliant square invitation makes quite a first impression. Pin stripes and pops of pattern and kelly green keep the intrigue coming—tying all of the correspondence together uniquely and consistently.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg26yUdtAy_8CTHLw4FsNlrty1Pekt5V-jIQ-iirlLsHMC1hdJF2unTEKO8WfC7I-YjhR76K1NgAHIR_pe8wS1hfjdqQN9ZrLQMNLb7zpr8CKSJq65_ELDYbdTPTYcLIStb61NPbU7_7Vs4/s1600-h/Pinstripes_WeddingInvitation.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 242px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg26yUdtAy_8CTHLw4FsNlrty1Pekt5V-jIQ-iirlLsHMC1hdJF2unTEKO8WfC7I-YjhR76K1NgAHIR_pe8wS1hfjdqQN9ZrLQMNLb7zpr8CKSJq65_ELDYbdTPTYcLIStb61NPbU7_7Vs4/s400/Pinstripes_WeddingInvitation.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392571019021746658" border="0" /></a>RSVP and matching RSVP envelope leave no detail unturned. Color, typography and pattern unify all pieces of this striking suite.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN8PLZFaLc3vgb2U-BDbUj5c8b3XZcB1Z8O_dh_dq23La9-Jrb-T5ZLLl9n1UP5s4hdNpk-6M3IMB0FrIDCVPzMOk2uOFBDwNTBNTORhpNq0mGY2s8zbXYubWo8QfZtP2mOILuQDfYUXLe/s1600-h/Green_Navy_RSVP.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 242px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN8PLZFaLc3vgb2U-BDbUj5c8b3XZcB1Z8O_dh_dq23La9-Jrb-T5ZLLl9n1UP5s4hdNpk-6M3IMB0FrIDCVPzMOk2uOFBDwNTBNTORhpNq0mGY2s8zbXYubWo8QfZtP2mOILuQDfYUXLe/s400/Green_Navy_RSVP.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392571507160022658" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrv5rj5ikkizR4xFiazbSS006d-ZhAQMWNvgX9mUPs3S9aunnWgo9H-v7b_WvqcgkSX5cww7CCbDOZeJuTwTSKfs7qA0s2iesokvU1l4lihcA5IY2_2jWbIAMroAU29k8N7wBgQqWXyDOI/s1600-h/Blue_Navy_Invtiation.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 242px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrv5rj5ikkizR4xFiazbSS006d-ZhAQMWNvgX9mUPs3S9aunnWgo9H-v7b_WvqcgkSX5cww7CCbDOZeJuTwTSKfs7qA0s2iesokvU1l4lihcA5IY2_2jWbIAMroAU29k8N7wBgQqWXyDOI/s400/Blue_Navy_Invtiation.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392578706396172978" border="0" /></a>A separate reception card directs guests from the wedding to the reception with style.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8sl2umLyiVsmgwVamQ6FGMl-okDH4gLZeah8B9j52etX9UvYOUFftR0EVKD0UJ_cm2U6a8NEQubpftVXpJjQHTkfvaY4PzOPfB-6PTB4WSoo2aHbuVpCRFZes5jKHT_6vpmGeJoNn5tCT/s1600-h/Picture+4.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 241px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8sl2umLyiVsmgwVamQ6FGMl-okDH4gLZeah8B9j52etX9UvYOUFftR0EVKD0UJ_cm2U6a8NEQubpftVXpJjQHTkfvaY4PzOPfB-6PTB4WSoo2aHbuVpCRFZes5jKHT_6vpmGeJoNn5tCT/s400/Picture+4.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392578259007349026" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzBYUqz796dBOHDYiNTHw0qDMP9YpHA2TlymfFE_tOKiq2rC0iX6jf0cZ8IDYkNn89FvNknkGwzPonKAVyNt3CfBkNRdGbaogOxuJj4Zq5QpFpOC8JBIEO-xA-2qcwTpmxHqCLA1_DIfCg/s1600-h/Green_Navy_Wedding.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 244px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzBYUqz796dBOHDYiNTHw0qDMP9YpHA2TlymfFE_tOKiq2rC0iX6jf0cZ8IDYkNn89FvNknkGwzPonKAVyNt3CfBkNRdGbaogOxuJj4Zq5QpFpOC8JBIEO-xA-2qcwTpmxHqCLA1_DIfCg/s400/Green_Navy_Wedding.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392571956043541506" border="0" /></a>Thank you kindly for working with us, Jodie and Matthew. This beautiful shot by April at <a href="http://www.bluebirdphotography.com/">Bluebird Photography</a> says it all. Congratulations.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh42HYIhBFwp0C09YYmObJVkQBw5MLNoPZdbpEJco6wDU92z-WhxBx7vLaRRkGr3qldFUI_EnTBh7T9yeMeBKMvTDomA2fOTo9DDizFjD5qqPLO6awFl6owkZyQCDoT7O2ZjXX6uROc6O2-/s1600-h/Jodie_Matthew_Wedding.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh42HYIhBFwp0C09YYmObJVkQBw5MLNoPZdbpEJco6wDU92z-WhxBx7vLaRRkGr3qldFUI_EnTBh7T9yeMeBKMvTDomA2fOTo9DDizFjD5qqPLO6awFl6owkZyQCDoT7O2ZjXX6uROc6O2-/s400/Jodie_Matthew_Wedding.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392572217696920066" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;">Invitation photos by <a href="http://www.neysaruhl.com/">Neysa Ruhl</a>.</span>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-43966650410308458952009-10-05T06:42:00.000-07:002009-10-05T09:52:44.424-07:00Fun with FontCapture<div style="text-align: left;">My girl, Rosie, just turned me on to a new site, <a href="http://www.fontcapture.com/">FontCapture</a>, that allows you to make a font from your own handwriting. I've seen this done before, but it's never been made this fun and easy. Plus, it's free and compatible with both Macs and PCs, so there are just 4 tiny steps between you and your very own font.</div><div><br /></div><div>First, just print the font <a href="http://www.fontcapture.com/template/">template</a>. Then, <a href="http://www.fontcapture.com/complete_template/">fill it in</a> with your own handwriting with a thin black marker. Be sure to keep your eye on the indicated baseline. You're already almost done. Now, scan the template back in and <a href="http://www.fontcapture.com/upload/">upload</a> a jpeg or png file through 'Step 3' of the site. Give your personal creation a name, download the generated files to your computer —and voila; you're a type designer.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh_JuBIHpqdBea2dpK1oH0gheggprKpZScP1tnloMMZyrDjugT7ZKsSPY_UYWnKxoSSwi_Vhb1JPg-K1bkpNN0g6_ORfB_Nx7rqPgiw38vpyU4Y2u6xy0FY0eaVZ6HI7jPWFyg2H0BOuaE/s400/GiddyInk_FontCapture_Howto.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5389128655500249394" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 136px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Here's my font creation: Tire Shop</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdHg22n7f6kW38NgYgOjs5KU5NeNHZswBArE3jfgUGbOCgiRHvwDamCglZP77YKwmDLcEF1GVizMF14OQuHeJ24NAoS_Ewnh_aoptCU-nYhYPoIwgiaHL7hO8FC7auWBKRzx2XbNmUtzHR/s400/Myfont_giddyink.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5389128843606290562" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 97px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3Yb_cY2zmnAlRDSF9uYne_DziOJjMQcC7T6tUJ3yO1dMsUM6iC66LPkXg0HEfZmN9yc3cT4FuJN5_eDZ2wu0kyr6ia8yzKOBqSj-8Gm1jYbMPrREQPXqLJRFmnsup8JuEvvkkZzq9vVG6/s400/dreamer_giddyink.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5389129022494243858" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 303px;" border="0" /></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-59848774486275995862009-09-27T15:53:00.000-07:002009-09-27T16:47:13.263-07:00Carolina Herrera's 2010 Masterpieces<div style="text-align: left;">Thanks to <a href="http://www.carolinaherrera.com/">Carolina Herrera</a>, the worlds of fine art and couture wedding fashion have collided—in a very good way. It's always a joy to see how fashion designers, season after season, continuously reinvent the entire concept of the wedding gown and still hang on to its innate romance as well as their individual style. Many of their choices inadvertently create subtle ripples in the sea of upcoming wedding trends for the entire industry. What an extra pleasant surprise today though, to see <a href="http://www.carolinaherrera.com/">Carolina's</a> haute 2010 fashions inspired by some of the world's most beloved painters, most of whom shook up our culture many centuries ago. We think the masters would be pleased to see the lines of art and fashion blurred in such an exquisite way.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjelV7YIGrgtzIabjwxT1ADDy9Vie5zBk1E0NGbv-4M90a84pEFsac2DJLdMxawSxxT9tseGEOQPJ6gBonGo-hr4FkRGvdSJcNCBvb4mjileOAM5qShnc16QxRvs0VSOEgsma2T4D1JWPaD/s400/wedding-dresses-carolina-herrera-giddyink-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386293947411736210" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 347px;" border="0" /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span class="Apple-style-span"><i><a href="http://www.coutorture.com/">Coutorture</a></i> via <i><a href="http://www.onewed.com/">One Wed</a></i></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzsW3DYPOuAvSteTLeQo0KOoTmRmUSv1evGMewPTh5AWhpoQaJJ3xm3uljFvVe6zxZFJmcJUr7vEgFLR3Bg9IfE6j5U3xYENrhf2aagiTRUl2v76kNeXhcNqkBdzgNbFOdiX2DCQbZ6Kea/s400/wedding-dresses-carolina-herrera-giddyink-2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386294122942852930" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 315px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><i><a href="http://www.coutorture.com/">Coutorture</a></i> via <i><a href="http://www.onewed.com/">One Wed</a></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDmFBulDnwRtlifUsRlr31iHtWXYC3ijzZ1CLFBH5YqZ6zsNYLs60Ix4Wvt2k_iiOAhTLpcuYY30dCigBoR8xQP28hmilkki_rDlRaCovIS9yl68Wkeh7BcK-RSTWsEtpo2ahxQNAM99KI/s400/wedding-dresses-carolina-herrera-giddyink-3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386294274804823058" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 272px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><i><span class="Apple-style-span"><a href="http://www.coutorture.com/">Coutorture</a></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span"> via </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span"><a href="http://www.onewed.com/">One Wed</a></span></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI1poIeR1uUkhg252Wj4WvyWt6QfdzB7g6x0C_4CPPNVuLOTKzGzLDrvfebYyTns_WKlQufE2Ai4o8g5QkO5Jw6vvyCimKX0J3P6eLB21brewV9WMa5urEtL8dpjC7-SewJ3ppVUuHmBvC/s400/wedding-dresses-carolina-herrera-giddyink-4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386294403413958306" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 272px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><i><a href="http://www.coutorture.com/">Coutorture</a></i><a href="http://www.coutorture.com/"> </a>via <i><a href="http://www.onewed.com/">One Wed</a></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYOij4h9Poxp-f82xKU2pAqkLNOrEVg8RR5-Qu8XE5cM2gM580zog7hETp3JP76MKnmzHBSk4YG-ziDfKl3GODZ_EPi2BYsVj0AdeZF12yHs-8tKhh-ZCHWlWAEV7sKuQog7fqCBnonGet/s400/wedding-dresses-carolina-herrera-giddyink-5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386294534311061650" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 231px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><i><a href="http://www.coutorture.com/">Coutorture</a></i> via <i><a href="http://www.onewed.com/">One Wed</a></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF5UAHGa415RSOVnpqBAvDXV-0ma9W9B_4LY5OqoewxV_17JY6Cu0MW1FlJh1gX3WoG42_zauCEzAEDy7b8i7pRE8M2CrjQDtgeU4XTsWQ7K1IbAFi5jeaplsOKB5Nk47IQ5nu7EZc4JWv/s400/wedding-dresses-carolina-herrera-giddyink-6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386294639772596370" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 378px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><i><a href="http://www.coutorture.com/">Coutorture</a></i> via <i><a href="http://www.onewed.com/">One Wed</a></i></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-82155398695489961512009-09-18T11:01:00.000-07:002009-09-18T11:31:21.813-07:00Itty Bitty in the CityRecently we had the honor of designing sweet invitations for Connor's first birthday in Central Park. Connor's doting mom, Andrea, had an adorable idea to honor her sweet boy's big day with an "itty bitty in the city" theme, so we helped her introduce guests to the theme with a custom tiny invitation (at just 1.5" square.) It even came housed in a larger format teal envelope to exaggerate the tininess—so fun.<br /><br />Andrea ran with the theme so tastefully too—seamlessly "thinking small" in her creation of delightful decor, favors and snacks. The best part is, she just shared these darling photos with us, captured by her talented friend <a href="http://www.rafaeltongol.com/index.swf">Rafael Tongol Photography</a>, and we couldn't wait to share them. 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width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfXt3NlBmmwdCN9msGtTpL7geSD1RlGPiRnIXs9XI2pL4CXhbs3-E3hSy7EHuumLb-1OL6wJFrDcva0xSaTnkmvt7vSZVW7bgUQpHMc3w1slT3Lg9SZfRT4dwmx-K0tM_N2GpJgLqqqes/s400/city_birthday9.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382876260349722466" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBeNZ4CUxMaKOnLWEwvXi5uK8hTUChPDFnLlYmNJBlDBtXX8TvIYHppQGeKtHOWP53TWLrHtP_rkDaYrr9Uwr_v_fBvf3J2zu_LXoKfKVvN80Cqoyb5-JnCilXhLO7G0lOLOg7UCfWJFU/s1600-h/city_birthday8.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBeNZ4CUxMaKOnLWEwvXi5uK8hTUChPDFnLlYmNJBlDBtXX8TvIYHppQGeKtHOWP53TWLrHtP_rkDaYrr9Uwr_v_fBvf3J2zu_LXoKfKVvN80Cqoyb5-JnCilXhLO7G0lOLOg7UCfWJFU/s400/city_birthday8.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382876367844633074" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Invitation Photos courtesy of </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.neysaruhl.com/">Neysa Ruhl Photography</a><span style="font-style: italic;">; Birthday Party Photos courtesy of </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.rafaeltongol.com/index.swf">Rafael Tongol Photography</a></span>aq_mentzerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10735821157538924316noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-9858810354202062792009-09-09T22:28:00.000-07:002009-09-10T01:02:46.536-07:00A Shout-out to SproutsToday, we're highlighting one of Giddy's favorite creative partners in the world of inspired weddings: <a href="http://www.sproutsfloraldesign.com/">Sprouts Floral Design Studio</a>. Founded in 2000 and owned by the uber-creative and completely lovable Joni Sherman, Sprouts is the go-to florist in Cincinnati for truly original and impeccably refined florals. Her show-stopping bouquets and arrangements are not only layered with exquisite (often never-seen-before) goodies, they're also made from the highest quality product available—and it shows. Dabbling even further with alternative materials and containers, you simply can't predict what kind of grooviness Joni will create. Our advice is to describe the vibe you're going for and let the floral whiz just do her thing.<div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJB3qQ7Kv_TRprDGV8h8y3_KJkeKHfHSceNwjIINCwec4Z7H9vJS3bMx-tY_M6rRp4kA0HnllGwfW7v9RNrRW-PjVxNufiit3SzucdI-q1OEzapgkuUfTY31bniH9_auFaz6LyHr6aKl3e/s1600-h/Sprouts_4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 305px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJB3qQ7Kv_TRprDGV8h8y3_KJkeKHfHSceNwjIINCwec4Z7H9vJS3bMx-tY_M6rRp4kA0HnllGwfW7v9RNrRW-PjVxNufiit3SzucdI-q1OEzapgkuUfTY31bniH9_auFaz6LyHr6aKl3e/s400/Sprouts_4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379707227070340898" border="0" /></a><div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:78%;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span">Photo 1 Tine Hoffman: </span><a href="http://www.tmphotography.net/"><span class="Apple-style-span">TM Photography</span></a></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><span style="font-size:78%;">;</span> </span></span></i></span><span style="font-size:78%;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span">Photo 2: </span><a href="http://www.bluebirdphotography.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span">Bluebird Photography</span></a></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><br /></span></span></i></span></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUgeWLTRcb6xSGs5Bfk_D_h3HWqd4VpzWGMU2T5manKFRseQWGjRvYLjVHQh32jhzANpOYDvleOjDTIEge56LX51-lzwxNHM67xvDWFWgW9Jnnbo4WpY6rMIFCRdLT5qudCV0Wiil8NXXK/s1600-h/Sprouts_3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUgeWLTRcb6xSGs5Bfk_D_h3HWqd4VpzWGMU2T5manKFRseQWGjRvYLjVHQh32jhzANpOYDvleOjDTIEge56LX51-lzwxNHM67xvDWFWgW9Jnnbo4WpY6rMIFCRdLT5qudCV0Wiil8NXXK/s400/Sprouts_3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379707089544241394" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span">Photo by Tine Hoffman: </span><span class="Apple-style-span"><a href="http://www.tmphotography.net/">TM Photography</a></span></i></span></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJgRVDKncGGXM5-cbBMDlFVBf7_wuOZqDcrZvXWmVcqe0x2ceCCI1HC6fJYkfwxSULZpaOJgqAN-BHGfKwtsrsAG8wjCZY2x_PS-vlSqgHYL3hseY4jUWH6KhkcwMjFKx3uji1pPuM9wdZ/s1600-h/Sprouts_2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 305px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJgRVDKncGGXM5-cbBMDlFVBf7_wuOZqDcrZvXWmVcqe0x2ceCCI1HC6fJYkfwxSULZpaOJgqAN-BHGfKwtsrsAG8wjCZY2x_PS-vlSqgHYL3hseY4jUWH6KhkcwMjFKx3uji1pPuM9wdZ/s400/Sprouts_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379706961754957458" border="0" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span">Photo by Tine Hoffman: </span><span class="Apple-style-span"><a href="http://www.tmphotography.net/">TM Photography</a></span></span></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFsoaLqLwd80vCZJ0X9F7n-rktMrB43ivrBd6wpiRKBWuPwmEbyCMp-JZxqBfbCctIPcTLpK0LSLj6jpEOuz8p9SBO0iYimZlh4KI56QVl3WoOEPGgWfBrQrROAMiGWUH1tfqwxjiaCWQs/s1600-h/Sprouts_1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 305px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFsoaLqLwd80vCZJ0X9F7n-rktMrB43ivrBd6wpiRKBWuPwmEbyCMp-JZxqBfbCctIPcTLpK0LSLj6jpEOuz8p9SBO0iYimZlh4KI56QVl3WoOEPGgWfBrQrROAMiGWUH1tfqwxjiaCWQs/s400/Sprouts_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379706828979912834" border="0" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span">Photo by Tine Hoffman: </span><a href="http://www.tmphotography.net/"><span class="Apple-style-span">TM Photography</span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;font-size:78%;" ><i><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span"><a href="http://www.tmphotography.net/"></a></span></span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZwvEbPXFUjjjdwz0Q-hKTZijJDtvvlOlihWa_IUSZTqA2m3UAKUuYkKQ5rh7Ejvs1XvQK5WqlFm4BpWK0aLJWpQ76S3gtKG1sqeHzZf94RL7DgtLj_p5KxT3Qg0KWCgmZtXZKg6ceWvk8/s400/Sprouts_5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379707383691577058" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 305px;" border="0" /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"></span></span></div></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span">Photo by Tine Hoffman: </span><a href="http://www.tmphotography.net/"><span class="Apple-style-span">TM Photography</span></a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihMGZjjaGujtrMP_95UCol96KyS8uYJJAFniVpN9Pa6dc1MpcXgh3opFq5wrPhr8Adn2-cjdNoSekVVWjIX2Bzlk4YkID9xJ8Jh31zZzi4xl8vx2t2T52GaXjsNbeCKOiUuS3tSFmHTyXT/s400/Sprouts_6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379707491144384562" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" border="0" /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span">Photo by Neysa Ruhl: </span><span class="Apple-style-span"><a href="http://www.neysaruhl.com/">Neysa Ruhl Photography</a></span></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4DhUzCOCgYGsDHzWczbL8MfywFX54YnFSIvXlsJmDYG7ZPHme_AmWVXLSARtUTYHXI-cqTuZdg-seR8CP9rHLqv2Op__i4nM1sldw-qbb18zgIdcpchOsqzJCn8nzzumyDxheKLIaai6K/s1600-h/Sprouts_7.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4DhUzCOCgYGsDHzWczbL8MfywFX54YnFSIvXlsJmDYG7ZPHme_AmWVXLSARtUTYHXI-cqTuZdg-seR8CP9rHLqv2Op__i4nM1sldw-qbb18zgIdcpchOsqzJCn8nzzumyDxheKLIaai6K/s400/Sprouts_7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379721454869403410" border="0" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" ><span class="Apple-style-span">Photo by Neysa Ruhl: </span><a href="http://www.neysaruhl.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span">Neysa Ruhl Photography</span></a></span><br /></div></div></div></div></div></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-89443962664720729052009-08-31T08:16:00.000-07:002009-08-31T09:12:07.570-07:00Mitzvah-voom!<div style="text-align: left;">I'm doing some research for an upcoming Bar Mitzvah we're working on and stumbled upon this totally fantastic Bat Mitzvah for Madisyn at <a href="http://www.cipriani.com/locations/new-york/events/42nd-street.php">Cipriani 42nd Street</a> right in the heart of Manhattan. Photographed perfectly by <a href="http://www.zlatkobatistich.com/2009/02/">Zlatko Batistich</a>, it just goes to show that this coming of age is not something taken lightly by families OR designers. These spirited events are often the highlight of the year for the whole family—styled to the nines and beautifully rooted in age-old tradition. And yes, I'm kind of wishing I was friends with more 13-year-olds right now.</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje0lSQAB0M4lPIFJuKHP2u3hZmHAC1Ik46OzUL1y6NEGgKwB4cCAjiOSE6t1ER2SfGCdj0yv1tmy5VKGXs0odk95sUVx_UKzvbtqAXsNJVNswl_XC-DtIT6QTZbEv7EglO-eD_HqFlH4f9/s400/barmitzvah_zlatkobatistich3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376151817747882482" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3nwQNqHQut9wlUsfT6AcsK7IIGWV8_dyFWzoJAuaCg0sli1Tfhs8pfuMG1Ej-CYxwXzR6y0Gw8JtphBV8FFens-521W6RO3eropg5QjSDQK_SrktVLV7wVQhjcZO6YoORO2Ih09ILoRHf/s400/barmitzvah_zlatkobatistich2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376152019952051682" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXiebfzDw1jyA083Ri82hDgExdk5EiN4oOuv3jPmTRCSGUmfh5O1m0kuG3j8h9BsrFJuvbeahiNq5CnRCvfj-P6gU_O9X9CAwGpViRA-CHfuK6rtY9SsFdV1IbBS3ZQac62ykdvsX06NJM/s400/barmitzvah_zlatkobatistich1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376152605336793186" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYKhhmCWOUOnkMhhqspS8rGVEp82JqLNb7-h-NxIdBy4gUjVDF5LUqNAKNdCiqdIyVqRqgw3zDmiw49IhM2yBi9Ttye_Fkqo4GYhBkvnji9-kUVltNyJQmgOt2kvtGfDjzocxTnAOaHfaP/s400/barmitzvah_zlatkobatistich.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376152769843326402" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkix6ULHYts66yevQqjIril-bmqJblVNo87-SSi3ylOKMzdsEuRuHkAcFlPPm2RUxTz2-ahTWpSbUFbXIj7aoCzcdEoUwY4xqqFZ78vgE09vfJnrvuWgSNxF4tRaPSWuk93F3DhQTamK0l/s400/barmitzvah_zlatkobatistich4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376152987086028850" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-small;"><i>Flowers: </i><a href="http://www.projectwedding.com/vendor/show/atlas-floral-decorators"><i>Atlas Floral Decorators</i></a></span></span></span></div>Laurenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16337738148837661733noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3956250429363964827.post-25077583126411822222009-08-21T17:17:00.000-07:002009-08-21T18:05:45.191-07:00Pattern LustWell, now’s as good a time as any to introduce you to my huge love affair with pattern—specifically mixing and matching bold, eclectic patterns. Adding anywhere from a small touch to a big flood of pattern adds so much unexpected personality to an otherwise simple design.<br /><br />It’s a great way to get creative too. Like a funky chair in a living room or a zebra print scarf, things like envelope liners, program covers, and even boutonnieres are great places to introduce patterned papers or fabrics and create a visual pop. Similar to a bright floral arrangement, it’s also a great way to inject vibrant color and attitude to your décor and put a modern spin on a classic white wedding.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDrMNqjzuWJXkWlnQbUF2kmSiwPs-PIEVDw7gq-Xsk5w5HQl_Y8gfGC4rR2e5VLhwZJOtEDCwHEYkrRqBYnw7nOyqOIxG6zmabdRJXeFszUFbFcpJ5v9DMHfSKELMtCsSXria7NHt3IPQ/s1600-h/bold+pattern_1.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 396px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDrMNqjzuWJXkWlnQbUF2kmSiwPs-PIEVDw7gq-Xsk5w5HQl_Y8gfGC4rR2e5VLhwZJOtEDCwHEYkrRqBYnw7nOyqOIxG6zmabdRJXeFszUFbFcpJ5v9DMHfSKELMtCsSXria7NHt3IPQ/s400/bold+pattern_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372577932174086210" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"> <span style="font-style: italic;">Image via <a href="http://greenweddingshoes.blogspot.com/2009_03_01_archive.html">Green Wedding Shoes</a> </span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyXxrGZqypszLLVjfw3A2Z-drlv71_clCOAvWcotFq-KezPqS6FoUJsOLZC_9eHScgvErpDXssJlYMa7RnkCB53vsXVxc-3qrFCMnfcnL-8qD8-XqNLFhij2URKAIFAQdiqP4DbaqQYkg/s1600-h/boldweddingpattern_2.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 389px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyXxrGZqypszLLVjfw3A2Z-drlv71_clCOAvWcotFq-KezPqS6FoUJsOLZC_9eHScgvErpDXssJlYMa7RnkCB53vsXVxc-3qrFCMnfcnL-8qD8-XqNLFhij2URKAIFAQdiqP4DbaqQYkg/s400/boldweddingpattern_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372580061275393522" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHJQK0CSTV3fGTNU6wbBJR7HWygsdva02Fk7R7hsBbihUvi1DQtY3b5FL0MjDifEbkk7aD0QrCF1fYryo7ilDl_2A0UwdLOYgWPO-ZomAh4MZM2aGSC4vZlo-ic3Ha8Oum-CgT8gCXwo/s1600-h/boldweddingpattern_2b.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 384px; height: 522px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHJQK0CSTV3fGTNU6wbBJR7HWygsdva02Fk7R7hsBbihUvi1DQtY3b5FL0MjDifEbkk7aD0QrCF1fYryo7ilDl_2A0UwdLOYgWPO-ZomAh4MZM2aGSC4vZlo-ic3Ha8Oum-CgT8gCXwo/s400/boldweddingpattern_2b.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372580202354048706" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:78%;" >left to right: potted plant table numbers via <a href="http://100layercake.com/blog/page/10%20%20%20%20%20%20%20http://yespleaseblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/our-wedding-diy-succulent-centerpieces.html">100 Layer Cake</a>; dyi paper boutonnieres via <a href="http://www.mydiyweddingday.com/2009/06/page/2/">My DIY Wedding Day</a>; fabric pattern by <a href="http://www.amybutlerdesign.com/main.php?fl=0">Amy Butler</a>; fabric tied invitation suite via <a href="http://www.oldsweetsong.com/">Old Sweet Song</a>; Fabric and stitched Save the Dates letterpressed by <a href="http://www.aleeandpress.com/">Alee & Press</a> via <a href="http://100layercake.com/blog/page/7">100 Layer Cake</a>; fabric escort cards via <a href="http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2009/02/27/wedding-details-diy-fabric-escort-cards/">Elizabeth Anne Designs</a></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6Rlaog_zFAWC_f1RH2f9SF-UasIN53vdidrYmOvqFceP7DPtDYMOEjOZ0_L0m6V2_EbG8jOMiYoEo0Alkfmr9_b0b6UxL_R0PXJrh-_KGRba3bxIBIXIbBxc0JhVG7uoMKnolqCeXdFI/s1600-h/boldweddingpatter_3.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 280px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6Rlaog_zFAWC_f1RH2f9SF-UasIN53vdidrYmOvqFceP7DPtDYMOEjOZ0_L0m6V2_EbG8jOMiYoEo0Alkfmr9_b0b6UxL_R0PXJrh-_KGRba3bxIBIXIbBxc0JhVG7uoMKnolqCeXdFI/s400/boldweddingpatter_3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372584312184537506" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyFFH19e9QcVb6idLNk3nr4CkD_ytwU8SDHTHUcq9U3w82UXxyO3pKOZ-e10s1K3lD4gRUcBt2N0z6BkK1_D2h666kuIf4GD79OaiThhjXJi6GvJlNpCRr6y0wSs_POuSeG6mtA1Rg3yY/s1600-h/boldweddingpatter_3b.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 214px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyFFH19e9QcVb6idLNk3nr4CkD_ytwU8SDHTHUcq9U3w82UXxyO3pKOZ-e10s1K3lD4gRUcBt2N0z6BkK1_D2h666kuIf4GD79OaiThhjXJi6GvJlNpCRr6y0wSs_POuSeG6mtA1Rg3yY/s400/boldweddingpatter_3b.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372584406045624850" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg21a6j6h3pNHKR4px-jFRaiAizPFVQKg371gNZ3ggo3UTNSEkUg0bPThSDpAXrohDJtcEOaXRmpKfmNnVGyHuGG2oA8OAQX6zskMawS73JqU6rNyvX2cGMigG9Vo5NGIz_VW4aTKzbxiw/s1600-h/boldweddingpatter_3c.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 201px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg21a6j6h3pNHKR4px-jFRaiAizPFVQKg371gNZ3ggo3UTNSEkUg0bPThSDpAXrohDJtcEOaXRmpKfmNnVGyHuGG2oA8OAQX6zskMawS73JqU6rNyvX2cGMigG9Vo5NGIz_VW4aTKzbxiw/s400/boldweddingpatter_3c.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372584506953575426" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">left to right: wedding programs using handmade papers via </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://blog.mika78.com/search?updated-max=2009-08-13T18%3A45%3A00-04%3A00&max-results=10">Mica78</a><span style="font-style: italic;">; product packaging via </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://blog.mika78.com/2009/05/id-branding.html">Mica78</a><span style="font-style: italic;">; patterned envelope liners by </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.afom.com.au/index.php?/projects-/cristiano-e-nanae-new/">A Friend of Mine</a><span style="font-style: italic;">; patterned invitation sleeves via </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://craftingagreenworld.com/2009/05/13/tutorial-security-pattern-business-card-envelopes/">Crafting a Green World</a></span><br /><br />And finally just a few of the patterns I am loving right now:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmVn9_wQ2tO5ViCClUzYmOZS9YJYkJ9bsokfsH-rgRalu8Tmf3lcG9jCijnqZsAWWR80psASiA_rvRytH9ZqqIko4r8-YfHD0p470gG2dRKyXQD4H_eZ_ry0khXbAP9LBrbv4pNtFcbE4/s1600-h/boldweddingpattern_4.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 168px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmVn9_wQ2tO5ViCClUzYmOZS9YJYkJ9bsokfsH-rgRalu8Tmf3lcG9jCijnqZsAWWR80psASiA_rvRytH9ZqqIko4r8-YfHD0p470gG2dRKyXQD4H_eZ_ry0khXbAP9LBrbv4pNtFcbE4/s400/boldweddingpattern_4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372586981104248306" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhike8iG77e2i7VhnkxsQYrp6agqOKAURJjtTzIYDrkXR6orPNd0EIYVcCwrTppaivwaE5YLc4xQhis0gGkqNlb_uWvmOFPBdF3aSaLl71KfG4fmEeoh-VRKIPEBS2zdJmVe1jQu7a0NMQ/s1600-h/boldweddingpattern_4b.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 224px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhike8iG77e2i7VhnkxsQYrp6agqOKAURJjtTzIYDrkXR6orPNd0EIYVcCwrTppaivwaE5YLc4xQhis0gGkqNlb_uWvmOFPBdF3aSaLl71KfG4fmEeoh-VRKIPEBS2zdJmVe1jQu7a0NMQ/s400/boldweddingpattern_4b.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372587092923005298" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Fi0tePW_nh982wLl0BnnQp_y1ztWyy9DIyuFlrOfkqdiAyiFfTRzeu__8tRUhyAxuNE6fZOpk4gvjk-l9fcIigJM6-RTSya7Cmf4w1aocE_laFeqJic7ojrEgGwAK8xEn-qA8nsA9TM/s1600-h/boldweddingpattern_4c.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 161px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Fi0tePW_nh982wLl0BnnQp_y1ztWyy9DIyuFlrOfkqdiAyiFfTRzeu__8tRUhyAxuNE6fZOpk4gvjk-l9fcIigJM6-RTSya7Cmf4w1aocE_laFeqJic7ojrEgGwAK8xEn-qA8nsA9TM/s400/boldweddingpattern_4c.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372587206200496978" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">patterned papers via </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.papermojo.com/">Paper Mojo</a></span>aq_mentzerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10735821157538924316noreply@blogger.com1