08/26/2009

Partridge in a Pear Tree Letterpress Print

Love the intricate folk art detailing and bright colors in these partridge prints by Byvik Ink:

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I'm in complete awe over the near-perfect registration in these prints, which you can really see in these detail shots. Available in limited edition prints in orange or green right here.

{photos via Byvik Ink}

08/25/2009

Wedding Invitations â€” Brown Sugar Design

I’ve been a huge fan of Brown Sugar Design since I came across their portfolio while researching for my own wedding last year.Â Â Husband and wife design team Whitney and Jonathan create beautifulÂ (and completely custom) wedding invitations, using just about every printing method possible.

Whitney and Jonathan were kind enough to send over a few photos from their portfolio, so let’s get right to it:

{allie + paul}

{jill + nick – love the gorgeous orange + chartreuseÂ in this letterpress invitation design}

{missy + garrett – featuring a fabulously bold yellow, gray + teal color palette}

{sonya + michael}

This invitation, which incorporates a vintage map as a key design element, is one of my favorites from the Brown Sugar Design portfolio:

{linnea + paul – they used these post cards as “wishing cards” so that each guest could write a wish for the bride + groom’s new life together}

I’ve got one more invitation suite from Brown Sugar Design to share with you a bit later today.Â In the meantime, you can check out more from the Brown Sugar Design portfolio right here.

{photos via Brown Sugar Design}

08/21/2009

NYIGF Recap, PartÂ 4

One of the largest booths in the upstairs handmade section of the NYIGF was the booth of stationery representative daisyd and friends, which included a collection of stationery and paper goods from Night Owl Paper Goods, Dutch Door Press, Hammerpress, Modern Printed Matter, Ink + Paper, Round Robin Press, and many more:

{a sneak peek of the unbelievably gorgeous 2010 calendar from Night Owl Paper Goods}

Also in the upstairs handmade section was the booth featuring letterpress cards and prints from Yee-Haw Industries:

I also came across this beautiful laser-cut wood and steel jewelry by Daphne Olive:

I also spent some time in the downstairs section of the NYIGF, which featured handmade goods from international vendors. It was in this section that I discovered these amazing textiles from Indika Imports:

{these Tree of Life wall hangings use one continuous piece of fabric – they remind me of paper cut artwork}

{I also loved these fabric bird garlands – called prosperity hens – hanging around the booth}

In addition to beautiful textiles, Indika also carries a lovely selection of Indian paper goods:

I just couldn't stop staring at all of the lovely patterns and colors – so gorgeous! You can find all of these and more right here.

That's all from this year's NYIGF – I hope you all enjoyed the recaps from the show!

{all photos by me}

08/19/2009

NYIGF Recap, PartÂ 2

Blue Barnhouse, one of my favorite booths at the NSS, was back at the NYIGF with some new letterpress note cards and holiday stationery:

This card was one of my favorites from the show:

I also stopped by the Jack and Lulu booth to check out these cute encyclopedia card sets and new calendars:

I also can’t resist showing you more pretty jewelry – this time the collection of beautiful glass jewelry from Verre New York:

One of my favorite booths was from Roger LaBorde, which included a collection of laser-cut cards with designs by Rob Ryan and some cute little pop-up animals for kids:

Also up in the handmade section was the Figs and Ginger booth – I love their collection of sweet sterling jewelry:

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Figs and Ginger is also coming out with a wedding line very soon – I can’t wait to see it!

NYIGF Recap, PartÂ 1

Whew. I'm back from New York after a whirlwind couple of days – and ready to kick off my NYIGF recaps! I'll also be posting photos from yesterday's field trip organized by brides.com a bit later on. But how about some NYIGF eye candy to start off the day?

My first stop at NYIGF was the Artecnica booth — I just couldn't pass the gorgeous Tord Boontje panels and lamps without stopping:

I absolutely adored these bloom cards and fairy tails:

These cork envelopes and bags made from recycled materials were new additions to this year's collection:

I've always loved these starlightz lamps:

From the Artecnica booth, I moved on to Snow & Graham, where I caught a peek at their new holiday cards, gift wrap, and calendar:

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And stopped by the 9SpotMonk booth to check in with some of my favorite ladies of letterpress:

Here's a sneak peek at the 9SpotMonk wedding invitation line – which I absolutely love and which you'll see in greater detail in a few weeks:

I also spent some ti
me in the handmade sections of the market, and came across a gorgeous jewelry line by designer Catherine Weitzman:

Catherine is based out of Hawaii (lucky lady) and her full collection is definitely worth checking out – she has an online shop through her website right here.

I've got more from the NYIGF coming up a bit later, so check back soon!