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Inspired By: Grid Patterns

All of a sudden, I feel like I’m seeing grid patterns everywhere! From large scale windowpane grid patterns to smaller scale grids reminiscent of old school graph paper, I’m seeing grids on bedding, kitchen textiles, removable wallpaper, and, of course, stationery. Grid patterns look fantastic mixed with solid colors – especially pastels and neutrals – and they definitely make a big graphic statement whether you’re using them in party décor or at home. Today I thought I’d share a quick grid pattern round up with some of my current favorites!

Trendspotting: Grid Pattern Round Up

  1. I have this wire wall grid in my own office as an inspiration board! I have the copper version, but it also comes in the classic black version pictured above and in white.
  2. Unison Home seriously has the best selection of grid pattern products, from trays to textiles. This grid platter would be so perfect for dinner parties
  3. A Master Plan grid notepad from Snow & Graham
  4. This ombré grid bedding from Hay is super cool! I also like the large scale windowpane pattern bedding from Brooklinen and these smaller scale grid pattern sheets from West Elm.
  5. The most beautiful navy windowpane linen napkins from The Everyday Co.
  6. Silver foil thanks over an illustrated grid pattern from Hartland Brooklyn
  7. This grid tablecloth from Unison Home makes a huge graphic statement for dinner party table décor. I also picked up this budget version (with a smaller scale pattern) during one of my latest trips to Ikea.
  8. A pretty ceramic ring dish with a hand painted grid pattern from A Sensible Habit
  9. Removable grid wallpaper in a black and white pattern – also available in dark gray/light gray and white on black here. 
  10. Super cute grid pattern paper plates from Bash Party Goods (they have lots of other grid pattern items in their party collections!)

Are any of you feeling the grid pattern vibe these days? Share your favorite grid finds in the comments!

Happy Weekend!

Happy Friday everyone! And happy first week of Autumn! Are things starting to cool off where you are? It still feels like summer here in DC during the day, with wonderful cool evenings and the most gorgeous sunsets. I’m looking forward to diving into some Fall and Halloween projects over the next few weeks! But in the meantime…

Knot and Bow Confetti Balloons via Instagram

Photo by Knot & Bow via Instagram

…a few links for your weekend!

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

That’s it for us this week! Check back this afternoon for a brand new Sangria cocktail recipe! Have a fantastic weekend, and we’ll see you back here next week! xoxo

Brush Lettered Gold and Navy Wedding Invitations

Happy Monday everyone! Let’s start the week off right with some gorgeous wedding invitations! It can be so hard to find a balance between elegant and semi-formal yet fun and beachy in a wedding invitation. Alex of Goodheart Design really hit the nail on the head with these brush lettered gold and navy wedding invitations! This invitation suite features Alex’s signature brush lettering, shiny gold foil against deep navy paper, and a surprise tropical pattern!

Brush Lettered Gold and Navy Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Designs

From Alex: This is definitely one of my favorite wedding invitation suites so far! This was my first time using this navy and coral color palette and experimenting with patterns – so it was fun trying to figure out how to make it all flow together in a beautiful way. I think gold foil is super classy, so pairing it with fun vibrant colors and patterns makes it feel a little more relaxed but still very nice.

Brush Lettered Gold and Navy Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Designs

The bride and groom were married at a beautiful villa by the beach in southern California. They had a very specific color scheme they wanted to stick to: navy, coral, peach, and gold. They wanted a semi-formal and elegant invitation with a fun beachy vibe.

Brush Lettered Gold and Navy Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Designs

We decided to keep the design simple with a modern sans serif font and brush lettering emphasizing their names. To bring in the fun factor, as well as the navy and coral color scheme, we had each piece printed on a different colored paper. To help incorporate the beachy vibe we printed a navy blue watercolor illustrated tropical leaf pattern on the back of the main invitation.

Brush Lettered Gold and Navy Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Designs

All three pieces were printed by Czar Press. The main invitation features gold foil on 110# navy paper that was duplexed to 110# white paper with the digitally printed tropical leaf pattern. The RSVP was digitally printed with navy text on 110# coral paper and the details card was also digitally printed with navy text on #110 blush paper. We wanted to keep the watercolor look throughout all the pieces, which is why most of the pieces were digitally printed. The envelopes were an orangey/coral color from Paper Source and were all hand addressed by me.

Brush Lettered Gold and Navy Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Designs

Brush Lettered Gold and Navy Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Designs

Thanks Alex!

Design: Goodheart Design

Printing: Czar Press

Styling: Anna Delores Photography

Goodheart Design is a member of the Designer Rolodex – you can see more of Alex’s beautiful work right here or visit the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Anna Delores Photography

Tropical Seafoam and Gold Foil Save The Dates

Today’s tropical seafoam and gold foil save the dates were inspired by the destination wedding’s seaside venue of sunny Cabo San Lucas, Mexico! Designed by Clara of Goldie Design Co., this save the date combines traditional and elegant design elements with a beach-inspired color palette and plenty of shiny gold foil. So pretty!

Seafoam and Gold Foil Save the Dates by Goldie Design Co.

From Clara: When designing this custom save the date, the bride wanted to incorporate the fun Cabo destination wedding vibe while keeping it very traditional and elegant. By using a beach-inspired color palette of teals and blues, along with pops of blush pink and gold, and gorgeous engagement photos taken at the beach where the wedding will take place, the guests are sure to get a good feel for this destination wedding!

Seafoam and Gold Foil Save the Dates by Goldie Design Co.

The outer envelope is covered in beautiful navy blue calligraphy for the address, paired with beach-inspired vintage stamps – always a must! One of my favorite things about this navy blue ink is the way it has that flowing gradient effect throughout the letterforms. Upon opening the envelope, guests will find a seafoam green enclosure wrapped in a custom belly band. This belly band features a geometric pattern inspired by Mexican tiles found throughout the architecture of this destination, and topped off with a custom wedding monogram.

Seafoam and Gold Foil Save the Dates by Goldie Design Co.

When opening the enclosure, you will first see the custom calligraphy save the date card printed in gold foil front and center. The design of this card was kept very simple so that the eye wasn’t pulled to one part of the enclosure only – the entire invitation flowed together in perfect beachy unison! The pocket to the right holds the gold foil printed accommodations card and an accordion style card with several of the couple’s engagement photos.

Seafoam and Gold Foil Save the Dates by Goldie Design Co.

Tropical Teal and Gold Save the Dates by Goldie Design Co.

The bride had so many favorite engagement photos (I don’t blame her – I mean look at that beach!) that she asked me to design a creative way to display several of the images in addition to the one in the enclosure oval slot! So, this accordion card is what we ended up with, and it was a perfect little unique touch, especially with the wedding hashtag displayed on the back of the card!
Seafoam and Gold Foil Save the Dates by Goldie Design Co.This save the date is the perfect combination of traditional, modern, beach elegance that will surely get guests excited for this gorgeous wedding happening in summer of 2017!

Seafoam and Gold Foil Save the Dates by Goldie Design Co.

Thanks Clara!

Design: Goldie Design Co.

Gold Foil Printing: Elefant Press

Digital Printing: Alphagraphics

Check out the Designer Rolodex for more tal­ented wed­ding invi­ta­tion design­ers and the real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Goldie Design Co. 

Happy Weekend!

Happy Friday everyone! Such a short week, right? I know most of you are probably sad to see summer coming to a close, but I am SO EXCITED for Fall, you guys. I can’t wait to wear sweaters, switch from iced coffee to hot coffee, and be able to stand out in my back yard without getting bitten by mosquitos every five seconds. Soon! But in the meantime…

Pencils by Wilde House Paper via Instagram

Pencils by Wilde House Paper via Instagram

…a few links for your weekend!

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

That’s it for us this week! We’ll be back later this afternoon on Monday with this week’s cocktail recipe – so check back for that! Have a fantastic weekend, and we’ll see you back here next week! xoxo