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Classic Blush and Rose Gold Foil Baby Announcements

We’ve featured the work of designer Lauren Chism many times on Oh So Beautiful Paper – and I’m a huge fan of her classic, less-is-more aesthetic. So it’s an absolute honor to share the GORGEOUS classic blush and rose gold foil baby announcements that she made for her own daughter, Graycen Mae. Lauren really honed in on her true design style to create an incredibly elegant and understated announcement, printed in rose gold foil on absolutely dreamy pale pink paper. Just so, so pretty.

Classic Blush and Rose Gold Foil Baby Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers

From Lauren: In true ‘shoemaker’s child’ fashion, these birth announcements almost didn’t happen. Motherhood rocked my world and it took me a long time to be able to sit down and design again. But alas, I finished them, and I am so glad that I did. It makes me smile every time I look at them… and then I tear up a bit when I realize how much she has changed and grown!

Classic Blush and Rose Gold Foil Baby Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers

When I found out I was having a girl, my friend and fellow-stationer, Kimberly FitzSimons, texted me ‘bring on the Arturo pink!’. Yes, yes, yes! Turns out, that was the easy part. With my Arturo Rosa paper and envelopes ordered, I hit a roadblock and really struggled with where to go from there. These had to be my best birth announcements ever, right?! There is nothing like self-inflicted pressure! After putting things off for so long, I forced myself to remember my true design style. Not the most creative, out of box design, but a beautiful, classic, ‘less is more’ aesthetic… and from there, it finally came together.

Classic Blush and Rose Gold Foil Baby Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers

I love photo birth announcements, but I also love a classic non-photo design too, so I met in the middle and created a two-sided announcement, with the photo on one side and the announcement on the other. The announcement was foil printed on the palest pink card stock in beautiful rose gold, which turned out to be the sweetest, most feminine color combo. It was duplexed with my favorite newborn photo, which was printed on double thick card stock. This created a TRIPLE thick announcement, which was so luxurious, and maybe a little over the top, but who cares, it’s my job!

Classic Blush and Rose Gold Foil Baby Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers

Classic Blush and Rose Gold Foil Baby Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers

The final look was simple and classic… just. my. style. I could not love them more. I can’t believe that I am not too far away from designing her first birthday invitations and that also makes me shed a tear or two. Life is happening so much faster now, so I love that I have this keepsake to remember this precious time.

Classic Blush and Rose Gold Foil Baby Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers

Thanks Lauren!

Design: Lauren Chism Fine Papers

Foil Printing: Elefant Press

Paper: Arturo Rosa

Newborn Photography: Caroline Jurgensen Photography

Photo Credits: Lauren Chism

Mon Voir Wedding Collection

I’m a huge fan of the calligraphy and illustration work from Jenna of Mon Voir. Jenna’s calligraphy style is so unique (and so beautiful) and her floral illustrations are just magic. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jenna on a couple occasions over the last two years: she designed my second daughter’s birth announcements in 2014 and we collaborated on a limited edition art print last year! I was thrilled when Jenna told me that she had created a brand new wedding invitation collection based on her four most popular custom design styles. Four ready made invitation suites offer bold watercolor floral illustrations, delicate botanical illustrations, and calligraphed text paired with modern type, with printing methods ranging from digital to letterpress to foil. Such a great option for design-minded couples on a budget! Here’s a closer look at the collection:

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Vibrant Muse: This magnetic and brilliantly blossomed collection arouses an appetite for glistening sunshine and the golden magic hour.  Merging grace and excitement with herbaceous florets and prolific greenery.

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Alchemist: This luxurious suite is fit for a darkened evening brimming with candlelight and modern exquisiteness. Dripping with undulating letters, this grandiose collection inspires accents of burnished heirlooms and fallen embers.

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Climbing Tendrils: Inspired by a well tended garden and foraged flora, this invitation is a perfect pair to the organically-inspired affair. Complete with our signature style of botanical illustration, these delicate vines and buds are sure to set the tone for an evening of majestic romance.

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Minimalist: An ageless representation of when heirlooms and stylish modernism intertwine. With a noble crest accompanied by modern calligraphy and type, this suite is sure to stand the test of time.

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Mon Voir Wedding Collection / Oh So Beautiful Paper

You can see more from the brand new Mon Voir wedding collection right here – and they’re also a member of the Designer Rolodex!

Congratulations Jenna!

Photo Credits: Michael Radford Photography for Mon Voir Co.

Happy Weekend!

It’s FINALLY here! The National Stationery Show starts on Sunday! I leave for New York early tomorrow morning, and I’ll do my best to share a couple of recaps from New York early next week, but don’t forget to follow along on Instagram for real time updates! And who knows, I might even try to share a few glimpses on Snapchat and Periscope (I’m @beautifulpaper everywhere) – what?!? I have no idea what I’m doing on either of those platforms, but why not? In the meantime…

Paperfelt via Instagram / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Image by Paperfelt via Instagram

…a few links for your weekend!

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That’s it for me this week! Check back in just a bit for this week’s cocktail recipe! I hope you have a wonderful weekend, and I’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo

Colorful Dip Dyed Baby Announcements

I’ll always have a soft spot for dip dyed stationery, especially when combined with beautiful calligraphy and mint green edge painting! Brittany from Swell Press Paper Co. created these sweet dip dyed baby announcements – with a two color dip dye! And how cute are those mini mint green envelopes with little newborn baby photos???

Dip Dyed Baby Announcements by Swell Press / Oh So Beautiful Paper

From Brittany: When Bradley reached out to me to create a fun, one of a kind letterpress birth announcement for her new baby girl Frances Walker, I immediately knew this project was going to be a blast. Bradley wasn’t scared of color, and let me run wild with whatever design idea I had. I was so excited to be able to combine my two favorite techniques – dip dying (in two colors!) and edge painting – all topped off with the beautiful calligraphy of Melissa from Olive Branch & Co.

Dip Dyed Baby Announcements by Swell Press / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Dip Dyed Baby Announcements by Swell Press / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Dip Dyed Baby Announcements by Swell Press / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Crane’s super thick 220lb Lettra Cotton Paper in Pearl White perfectly absorbed the dip dye and allowed for a beautiful, deep impression of the text. I chose a light periwinkle ink color to match the envelopes; the spring colors were perfect to welcome the new babe into the world!

Dip Dyed Baby Announcements by Swell Press / Oh So Beautiful Paper

New mom Bradley also is a fan of anything miniature (I mean who isn’t?), so I included a mini mint green envelope (with matching edge paint color!) and three tiny photos of Walker (and her adorable chubby legs). This is by far one of my favorite projects to date!

Dip Dyed Baby Announcements by Swell Press / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Dip Dyed Baby Announcements by Swell Press / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Thanks Brittany!

Design, Printing, and Dip Dyeing: Swell Press Paper Co.

Calligraphy: Olive Branch & Co.

Photo Credits: Swell Press Paper Co.

Happy Weekend!

Happy Friday everyone! Here in DC we’re hunkered down for a big winter snowstorm – we’re expecting up to two feet of snow, which is a lot for DC! School was cancelled today in preparation for the storm, so I’ve got my two littles home with me today and for the rest of the weekend while we wait out the storm. We’re looking forward to all sorts of fun snow activities like sledding, building snowmen, and making snowballs! But in the meantime…

Suite One Studio Confetti Bowls / Oh So Beautiful Paper

The most AMAZING pink and gold salt cellar bowls by Suite One Studio (via Instagram)

…a few links for your weekend!

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

That’s it for me this week! Stay tuned for another mocktail recipe this afternoon – we’ll be doing one each week for the rest of the month! If you missed it, last week’s Mocktail Mojito was an instant favorite! I hope you have a wonderful weekend, and I’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo