03/15/2013

{happy weekend!}

Whew! From a less-than-24-hour trip to New York on Tuesday (more on that next week) to a photo shoot yesterday for a special upcoming project, not to mention preparing for our big move in less than two weeks, it’s been a whirlwind of a week! Also, Sophie turned SIX MONTHS OLD! I can’t believe how fast her first year is flying by, and right now we’re just trying to soak up every second. This weekend will be filled with packing, packing, and more packing, but we’re also hoping to enjoy some of the wonderful spring weather that has been peeking through lately. But in the meantime…

Photos by me via Instagram

…a few links for your weekend!

Congratulations to my friend Janice on the launch of her new e-book: The Elegant At-Home Wedding
My new Bella Figura Trendsetter picks are now available! Check out my Whimsical sample pack, which is on sale for only $5 until March 18! (100% of the profits help the planet)
I’m totally borrowing this balloon idea from Angela when Sophie turns one year old
Happy wife, happy life (ha!)
Remember Sabrina + John’s gorgeous invitations? Check out their wedding here!
Letterpress canning labels!
Contribute to help cure childhood cancer with P.S. I Adore You

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

Totally awesome DVD + letterpress save the dates
Emily’s whimsical typography baby announcements
Constellation wedding invitations inspired by the ceiling of Grand Central Station
Adorable Southern charm baby shower invitations
I love these bright + colorful illustrated wedding invitations!
Baby shower invitations inspired by fly fishing
Beautiful Art Deco-inspired wedding invitations
Well Said Type: PaperCute
Rustic magnolia wedding invitations
Pretty file folder s to make organizing a MUCH more pleasant experience
A fun DIY save the date tutorial on wood veneer!
Our latest post for FN Dish: Stationery for beer lovers!

We have a fun cocktail coming up for you this afternoon, so check back a bit later for the recipe! Â I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and Iâ€™ll see you back here on Monday! Â xoxo

p.s. Stationer friends! Save the dates for this year’s Paper Party during the week of the National Stationery Show went out earlier this week. If you’ll be exhibiting at the Stationery Show, attending as a retailer, or will otherwise be in NYC that week and would like to attend the party, please email us to be added to the invitation list!

03/14/2013

Pretty + Paper

Shamrocks via BHGÂ (left); Susie + Bradford’s Modern Chevron Wedding Invitations by Richie DesignsÂ (right)

{images via their respective sources}

03/13/2013

Raena + Dominic’s Art Deco Wedding Invitations

I love design inspired by the Art Deco era â€“ particularly when paired with a modern color palette like these wedding invitations from Nicole atÂ Umama! Nicole mixed Art Deco-inspired patterns and lines with a very now soft aqua and gold color palette mixed with classic black and white. So pretty!

From Nicole:Â For this suite, I was really inspired by so many beautiful art pieces I have seen from the art deco time period, from the clean lines of buildings, to the geometricÂ jewelry, to the modern renditions of the time period. The design features clean lines, a geometric print, and a soft aqua infused throughout the suite.

Thanks Nicole!

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

Photo Credits: Umama

03/13/2013

Wildflower Wedding Invitations from An Lim

With spring right around the corner, I’ve been craving bright and vibrant color in any form. These wildflower wedding invitations from Vanessa An LimÂ are so perfect for spring and summer, with tons of saturated color and whimsical illustrations. So cheerful!

From Vanessa:Â As a former event planner, I have worked with many brides who wanted more than a two color palette for their weddings. They wanted something festive, colorful, and whimsical. I created this invitation so they could have fun with color. Something they could match with vibrant accents like paper flowers in an array of colors, mismatched china, or more organic accents like wood and simple greenery.

Thanks Vanessa!

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

Photo Credits: An Lim

03/12/2013

Constellation Wedding Invitations by Moontree Letterpress

I’ve been slightly obsessed with anything constellation-related for a while now (evidence here and here), so I was seriously excited when I saw this beautiful new constellation wedding invitation in the Heritage Collection from Rebecca ofÂ Moontree Letterpress. Rebecca was inspired by the ceiling of Grand Central Station (hands down one of the most beautiful places in New York City), collaborating with Philadelphia designer Ed Brogna to create this beautiful star-filled invitation in her clean and classic design style.

From Rebecca:Â With Spring just around the corner, wedding invitation season is upon us once again. This year at Moontree we’ve added some new designs to the wedding invitation collection, inspired by the things that capture our imaginations and interests. Again this year I have teamed up with Philadelphia designer Ed Brogna to expand theÂ Heritage Collection, which focuses on elements of the great outdoors, classic American design, typographical trends and vintage graphics.

Our new Constellation design came from our walk through one of my favorite places in New York, Grand Central Station. The entire ceiling of the main terminal hall features a breathtaking map of the night sky. And if that wasn’t special enough, the artist positioned the constellations so they read in reverse, in order for us to see the stars “as God would.” Â I’ve always loved that.