07/23/2013

Quick Pick: Blackbird Letterpress + Betsy Dunlap

I have such fond memories of the first collaboration between Kathryn of Blackbird LetterpressÂ and calligrapher Betsy Dunlap in these gorgeous wedding invitations way back in 2010 â€“ and I’m absolutely thrilled to see this continued collaboration in a new line of greeting cards! Each card features a map letterpress printed in a subtle clear varnish and a heartfelt message in Betsy’s calligraphy. Such a stunning combination!

Blackbird Letterpress + Betsy Dunlap Greeting Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (7)

Blackbird Letterpress + Betsy Dunlap Greeting Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (2)

Blackbird Letterpress + Betsy Dunlap Greeting Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

Blackbird Letterpress + Betsy Dunlap Greeting Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5)

Blackbird Letterpress + Betsy Dunlap Greeting Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (8)

Each card is available right here!

Photo Credits: Blackbird Letterpress

07/23/2013

Michelle + Brian’s Timeless Silver Foil Wedding Invitations

These classic invitations from designerÂ Carina SkrobeckiÂ are timeless, elegant, and somewhat unexpected for a wedding on the beach! Carina drew her inspiration from the luxury hotel wedding venue, printing the suite in a matte silver foil for a hint of glamour. The resulting invitations perfectly complemented the white-on-white wedding and sophisticated venue.

From Carina: Michelle and Brian were married in Santa Monica, California, in a beautiful hotel venue on the beach â€” Â Casa Del Mar. Although the hotel boasts someÂ quintessentialÂ ocean detailing, it has an overwhelming classic feel to it, and so did Michelle and Brian’s wedding. Michelle initially wanted to use a blind emboss letterpress, or some form of subtle printing that was classic, elegant, but also a bit modern. We ended up going with a “dusted silver” foil to give the invitations just a hint of glam. These translated beautifully for their white-on-white wedding with hints of silver.

Each piece wasÂ printed on thick 130# Mohawk paper, which has a surprisingly soft and toothy feel to it. The main invitation, rsvp card, and thank you cards were printed using 100% foil, while the reception card, and rehearsal dinner cards were printed in a warm gray ink. All pieces were wrapped in a deep gray belly band with their “H” monogram and tucked into silver lined envelopes.

Thanks Carina!

Design:Â Carina Skrobecki

Envelopes:Â www.envelopes.com

Paper: Mohawk

Printing:Â Nikko Media

Check out theÂ Designer RolodexÂ for more talÂentedÂ wedÂding inviÂtaÂtion designÂersÂ andÂ theÂ real inviÂtaÂtions galleryÂ for moreÂ wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits:Â Carina Skrobecki

07/23/2013

MacKenzie + John’s Hand Lettered Cape Cod Wedding Invitations

So many beautiful New England wedding invitations this week! This gorgeous suite comes to us from Allie Ruth DesignÂ for a wedding on Cape Cod â€“ but with post-wedding parties taking place in THREE different cities! Allie worked with the couple to create several sets of save the dates and invitations, all with a vintage-inspired style and lots of hand lettering. So pretty!

From Allie:Â MacKenzie and John’s situation was a little unique, in that they were having a very small wedding on Cape Cod, with parties in three different cities to celebrate with friends afterward. So there was a lot of room in this suite for a fun mix of patterns, papers, and colors.

MacKenzie needed a save the date for the wedding itself, as well as one to go out to a larger group for the after parties. Together, we found a wonderful vintage postcard of a windmill on Cape Cod, and dressed it up with hand-lettered text and a custom postcard-inspired back. For the after party save the date, I digitally printed a simple save the date on kraft and paired it with a coral envelope.

The Cape Cod wedding invitation was hand-printed onto vintage floral handkerchiefs that MacKenzie collected. For the RSVP, we chose another vintage Cape Cod postcard.

When it came time to design the party invitations, we knew we wanted to go with a clean and simple typographic suite, bringing in a subtle pattern on the back of the cards. I chose art deco-inspired fonts and flourishes, pairing them with hand lettering and a vintage wallpaper floral that I customized to match MacKenzie’s wedding color palette.

ThanksÂ Allie!

Allie Ruth Design is a member of theÂ Designer RolodexÂ â€“ you can see more of Allieâ€™s beautiful workÂ right hereÂ or visitÂ theÂ real save the dates galleryÂ for more beauÂtiÂful cusÂtom save the dates!

Photo Credits:Â Allie Ruth Design

07/22/2013

Katy + Dan’s Lakeside Wisconsin Wedding Invitations

Erin from Lucky Luxe Couture CorrespondenceÂ sent over these lovely invitations for a late summer lakeside wedding in Wisconsin â€“ I love that the couple chose to go with a lighter nautical design rather than something more rustic! The invitation features a gray and light blue color palette with anchor details, compass rose, and patterned border. Classic, simple, and absolutely beautiful.

FromÂ Erin:Â Katy and Dan contacted us a couple months ago with a request for a whimsical invitation for their lakeside Wisconsin wedding. I went crazy with faux bois and pine tree icons, then she decided to go a lighter, sparkling, summery nautical direction and my entire thought process shifted. I envisioned their huge white tent against the blue sky, the lake shimmering in the sun, glass bottle seltzers with colorful striped straws, bridesmaids in smart yellow dresses, and invitations with vintage sea captain whimsy.

ThanksÂ Erin!

Lucky Luxe Couture Correspondence is a member of theÂ Designer RolodexÂ â€“ you can see more of their beautiful workÂ right hereÂ or visitÂ theÂ real inviÂtaÂtions galleryÂ for moreÂ wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits:Â Lucky Luxe Couture Correspondence

07/22/2013

Jessica + George’s Travel-Inspired Maine Wedding Invitations

Ummm… how did an entire year go by without featuring one of the gorgeous wedding invitations from Sarah of Parrott Design Studio?!?! Luckily, we’re remedying this situation today, with a travel-inspired invitation suite for a couple with a fondness for Maine. The invitation suite features cute lobster details (naturally), white engraved text on navy envelopes, and fun airmail details on the rsvp postcard. So pretty!

From Sarah: This custom designed invitation suite was created for a fun couple getting married at Bowdoin College with a passion for travel and love of Maine. They wanted a design that reflected who they are and what they love, and that all started with Maine. Jessy and George met at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine.Â In 2012, George proposed on Bailey Island, Maine, one of their favorite spots. Over the past eight years they have traveled to 21 different countries together. And they visited another 12 on their honeymoon!

I used a mix of typography throughout the suite to play up the fun, laid-back vibe Jessy and George wanted to create for the guests, most of which were traveling from all over the world to be in Maine to celebrate with them.

We had fun with the map and included both their ceremony and reception sites, along with the spot where George proposed. Helpful bits of information like transportation and their wedding website were included as well.

The invitation and map were letterpress printed by hand on our antique press (1898) in navy blue and red inks on thick 134# cotton paper in light pink.Â The RSVP postcard and mini cocktail invite were digitally printed.

The first thing Jessy knew she wanted was a vintage-style postcard for the RSVP.Â She chose a lobster one from my collection and we began to design the suite around it.Â We used two small lobsters and heart throughout the suite printed in a bright pop of red.

The outer envelope and belly band were engraved with white ink on navy blue. To finish the suite we had custom stamps made by Zazzle featuring the lobster image and another vintage image of Portland Head Light.

Thanks Sarah!

Parrott Design Studio is a member of theÂ Designer RolodexÂ â€“ you can see more of Sarahâ€™s beautiful workÂ right hereÂ or visitÂ theÂ real inviÂtaÂtions galleryÂ for moreÂ wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits:Â Parrott Design Studio

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