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Calligraphy Inspiration: Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy

Something that never ceases to amaze me about calligraphy is its powerful yet delicate nature. A prime example is the work of Alissa Mazzenga of Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy. I’m not sure how else to describe it other than to relate her fluid wisps of ink to watching spun sugar transforming into cotton candy. It’s kind of like magic. You can hardly believe that such curvaceous, soft lines can actually create letterforms. It’s truly lovely! – Julie

Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

I adore the contrast of Alissa’s feather-light writing to the bold, graphic stripes and shot of red. There’s no doubt this would catch someone’s eye in a pile of ho-hum mail.

Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

It’s definitely all in the details when it comes to calligraphy. Simple yet highly effective, Alissa’s style is all the ornament you need.

Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

With the holidays right around the corner, I’m sure many of you are considering a return address stamp for all the card and letter writing ahead. Luckily for us, Alissa also has a shop, FeastMade, that offers a number of beautiful custom calligraphy stamps.

Photo Credits: photography by Aimee Mazzenga; 2 invitation design: Cheree Berry Paper; 3 (right) invitation design: Baumbirdy, 4 invitation design: August Blume Custom Design Studio

{happy weekend!}

Happy Friday everyone!  Sophie and I survived our first week on our own, and while I’m perhaps a teensy bit more sleep deprived than I was last week, I’m slowly gaining confidence with our new daily routine.  My one-handed typing skills are much improved from last week – now I just need to figure out how to calm a fussy baby with one hand and do everyday tasks (like washing my face) with the other!  For the moment, I’m just looking forward to a quiet weekend before Hurricane Sandy rolls into town early next week.  But in the meantime…

Fall Decor via Oh So Beautiful Paper Fall Leaves via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Photos by me via Instagram (@beautifulpaper) – I love the beautiful color of the season!

…a few links for your weekend!

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

That’s it for me this week!  I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and I’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo

Elegant Accordion-Fold Custom Letterpress Holiday Cards

I can’t believe how quickly the holiday season is approaching, but for those of you considering custom holiday cards this year – now is the time to get started!  Hopefully these sophisticated custom holiday cards from Rachelle at Wiley Valentine will help provide some inspiration.  Designed for one of Rachelle’s favorite clients, the cards feature a favorite quote letterpress printed on a chipboard cover along with family photos and a greeting on the inside.  Beautiful!

Custom Letterpress Chip Board Holiday Cards by Wiley Valentine via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

From Rachelle: This holiday card was designed for one of my most adored annual customers. Each year she brings me a quote, or a collection of paper ephemera, along with any ideas she has collected over the year and we brainstorm ideas for her cards. This past year, she came to me with that amazing saying “A house is built with bricks and beams, a home is made of love and dreams.” I just love that!

Custom Letterpress Chip Board Holiday Cards by Wiley Valentine via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5)

This client is very drawn to earthy tones and a classic look. She also happens to adore rosemary and uses it to adorn her gifts. I used a holiday inspired design that resembles rosemary on one side, and gave the typography a slightly whimsical feel. The cover is hand letterpress printed on recycled chipboard which lends a nice heaviness to the card, as well as almost a book cover quality.

Custom Letterpress Chip Board Holiday Cards by Wiley Valentine via Oh So Beautiful Paper (4)

The inside accordion folds out to show her three gorgeous children (she always photographs them herself!). The last panel hints at the typography and graphics used on the front. We used kraft paper envelopes as well to continue the earthy yet classic feel.

Custom Letterpress Chip Board Holiday Cards by Wiley Valentine via Oh So Beautiful Paper (7)

Thanks so much Rachelle!

Wiley Valentine is a member of the Designer Rolodex – check out more of their beautiful work right here!

Photo Credits: Wiley Valentine

*Wiley Valentine is a sponsor of Oh So Beautiful Paper

Calligraphy Inspiration: Molly Jacques

Recently, while looking through the archive of Calligraphy Inspiration posts, I realized I had completely overlooked someone whose work I was quite familiar with from Sugar Paper and right here on OSBP. I’m talking about the work of Michigan based illustrator, designer, and calligrapher Molly Jacques. Her portfolio is filled with rich colours and charming hand lettering. Her calligraphy styles have always stood out to me for their simple yet emotive qualities. Take a look at some of these stunning examples and I think you’ll agree! – Julie

Molly Jacques Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Molly Jacques Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

A great DIY holiday card project from Molly’s blog (above). Definitely worth a try for the upcoming holiday season!

Molly Jacques Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Molly Jacques Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Molly Jacques Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Molly’s portfolio and blog showcase some really eye-catching work. Such vibrant and opaque hits of colour! That’s really all you need with calligraphy as beautiful as Molly’s.

Molly Jacques Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Molly Jacques Calligraphy via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Not only does she do custom work, Molly also has a wonderful online shop filled with calligraphy stamps for you do-it-yourselfers, as well as gorgeous lettered artwork. Be sure to check it out!

Photo credits: 1 Photo: Molly Jacques, Invitation design: Coral Pheasant; 2, 3, 5, 6, 7 Molly Jacques; 4 Bryan & Mae

Haunted House Halloween Party Invitations

Halloween was my favorite holiday as a kid, and I can’t wait until Sophie is old enough to enjoy Halloween traditions from hanging decorations to visiting haunted houses to trick or treating. But for now, I’ll content myself with fun Halloween cards and party invitations. Today we’re continuing with some Halloween spirit with these fun haunted house invitations from Debbie at Wants and Wishes.

Halloween Party Invitations and Printables by Wants and Wishes via Oh So Beautiful Paper (1)

From Debbie: Invite your guests to your own Haunted Mansion for a spooktacular Halloween event!  I wanted the invitation to be fun and playful, yet sophisticated enough that it could be used for an adult party as well as for the kids!

Halloween Party Invitations and Printables by Wants and Wishes via Oh So Beautiful Paper (2)

Halloween Party Invitations and Printables by Wants and Wishes via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

The haunted house invitation coordinates with our Halloween printable party supplies that feature ghosts, vampires, and witches, including printable wrappers, labels, and containers.

Halloween Party Invitations and Printables by Wants and Wishes via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Halloween Party Invitations and Printables by Wants and Wishes via Oh So Beautiful Paper (7) Halloween Party Invitations and Printables by Wants and Wishes via Oh So Beautiful Paper (8)

Thanks so much Debbie!  You can check out these invitations and other party printables over at Wants and Wishes.

Photo Credits: Wants and Wishes