Calligraphy Inspiration: Stephanie Fishwick Calligraphy and Design

I think it’s safe to say that many of us probably sit and stare at calligraphy fairly often. (Or is it just me?) I’ve seen so many talented calligraphers perfecting traditional styles and creating new and unique ones, too. When I saw the calligraphy of Stephanie Fishwick Calligraphy and Design, I was enamoured by the charm and elegance of her lines and flourishes. (She was taught Copperplate calligraphy by none other than The White House Chief Calligrapher, Pat Blair – talk about elegance!)  A few of her styles are certainly one-of-a-kind, wouldn’t you agree? – Julie

Calligraphy Inspiration: Stephanie Fishwick Calligraphy & Design

The twists and curls of Stephanie’s Copperplate Wild style are so wonderful, and entirely bespoke as she’ll tailor them to your specifications!

Calligraphy Inspiration: Stephanie Fishwick Calligraphy & Design

Calligraphy Inspiration: Stephanie Fishwick Calligraphy & Design

Calligraphy Inspiration: Stephanie Fishwick Calligraphy & Design

Calligraphy Inspiration: Stephanie Fishwick Calligraphy & Design

Words cannot express how much I love the way these letters dance around the page! Unless you were to have Stephanie write out those words in this style…

Calligraphy Inspiration: Stephanie Fishwick Calligraphy & Design

And while you’re perusing her calligraphy work, make sure you check out Stephanie’s design portfolio and blog!

Photo credits: 1, 6 right Andrea Hubbell; 2, 6 left Lucy O Photo; 3 l+r Elisa B Photography; 4, 5 Stephanie Fishwick;

Carly + Michael’s Classic Copper and Gray Wedding Invitations

I love it when designers put a modern spin on classic design, which is exactly what Becca from Suite Paperie did with these letterpress wedding invitations! Becca paired an au currant metallic (and one of my personal favorites – copper!) with timeless dove gray and incorporated a floral wallpaper as an envelope liner. An unexpected combination, but absolutely beautiful!

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From Becca: When Carly first described her ideal wedding invitation to me, I could hardly contain my excitement! She wanted classic with a bit of a modern edge and lots of texture. The end result is one of my favorites to date!

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We letterpress printed her invitations on Crane’s luxurious Lettra 220# felt cover in copper and dove grey ink, keeping the design simple and elegant. Rounded edges throughout the suite gave each piece a soft finish and cohesive look.

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To add some texture and color to the suite, we chose to use a vibrant, floral patterned wallpaper for the envelope liners and belly bands. I can’t put my finger on what it is about this specific pattern, but from the moment I saw it, I fell absolutely in LOVE with it.

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Thanks Becca!

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Photo Credits: Suite Paperie

Wedding Stationery Inspiration: Botanical

I think we all know and love the feel of those vintage seed packets, with the illustrated florals and vintage botanical feel. Am I right? For those of you planning garden weddings, these seed packets may just be the perfect inspiration for your paper goods. I love that the style looks just as elegant when focused on lush green hues as it does when pops of bright, yet subtle, colors are brought in. You can even bring the botanical elements to life with, yes, real botanicals to complement your stationery. Here’s a few ideas to get you ready for a garden (wedding) party! —Kelly

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Photo by Melissa Brandman Photography via Glamour & Grace

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Photo by Moss + Isaac via Style Me Pretty (left), Photo by Erin Grace Photography via Alyson + Levi’s vintage botanical wedding (right)

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Photo by Paula O’Hara, Menu by Pretty as a Picture via Ruffled (left), Photo by Melissa Brandman Photography via Glamour & Grace (right)

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Photo by Sarah Postma Photography, Escort Cards by Lily Red Studio via Elizabeth Anne Designs

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Photos by welovepictures, Table Numbers by Secret Diary via Green Wedding Shoes

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Photo by Sweet Tea Photography, Escort Cards by Little Bit Heart via Bayside Bride (left), Photo by Annabella Charles, Calligraphy by Natalie Chang via Magnolia Rouge (right)

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Photo by Erin Grace Photography via Alyson + Levi’s vintage botanical wedding

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Photo by Hollye Schumacher Photography, Menu by Mr. Boddington via Wedding Chicks (left), Photo by Milou + Olin Photography, Menu by Bash, Please via Style Me Pretty (right)

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p.s. If you haven’t already seen it, the USPS recently released a stamp collection with the same inspiration. Perfect for tying those wedding invitations into your day-of paper goods!

Michelle + Brian’s Timeless Silver Foil Wedding Invitations

These classic invitations from designer Carina Skrobecki are timeless, elegant, and somewhat unexpected for a wedding on the beach! Carina drew her inspiration from the luxury hotel wedding venue, printing the suite in a matte silver foil for a hint of glamour. The resulting invitations perfectly complemented the white-on-white wedding and sophisticated venue.

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From Carina: Michelle and Brian were married in Santa Monica, California, in a beautiful hotel venue on the beach —  Casa Del Mar. Although the hotel boasts some quintessential ocean detailing, it has an overwhelming classic feel to it, and so did Michelle and Brian’s wedding. Michelle initially wanted to use a blind emboss letterpress, or some form of subtle printing that was classic, elegant, but also a bit modern. We ended up going with a “dusted silver” foil to give the invitations just a hint of glam. These translated beautifully for their white-on-white wedding with hints of silver.

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Each piece was printed on thick 130# Mohawk paper, which has a surprisingly soft and toothy feel to it. The main invitation, rsvp card, and thank you cards were printed using 100% foil, while the reception card, and rehearsal dinner cards were printed in a warm gray ink. All pieces were wrapped in a deep gray belly band with their “H” monogram and tucked into silver lined envelopes.

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Thanks Carina!

Design: Carina Skrobecki

Envelopes: www.envelopes.com

Paper: Mohawk

Printing: Nikko Media

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

Photo Credits: Carina Skrobecki