Jenny + Mark’s “Tie the Knot” Letterpress Wedding Invitations

Happy Monday everyone!  These “Tie the Knot” wedding invitations and save the dates from Dennis at Clutch Design are such an adorable theme for high school sweethearts Jenny and Mark.  The design features playful step by step instructions, starting with the save the dates, along with sweet illustrations and modern typography.

Tie the Knot Letterpress Wedding Invitations by Clutch Design via Oh So Beautiful Paper (1)

From Dennis: Mark and Jenny were high school sweethearts going back 12 years.  Their close friends and family would occasionally joke about when or if they would ever get married.  When they did decide to tie the knot, they chose to have the ceremony and reception immersed in the outdoor nature setting of Harmony Ridge Lodge, Nevada City.

Tie the Knot Letterpress Wedding Invitations by Clutch Design via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

They wanted the invitation to reflect their personality.  The idea was an easy to follow, step-by-step “Tie the Knot” theme inspired by the Boy Scouts.  A short hike down to the Scotts Flat Lake provided the dragonfly inspiration that Jenny was passionate about.  The wedding colors were orange and steel blue which we incorporated in the letterpress printed invitations and save the dates.

Tie the Knot Letterpress Wedding Invitations by Clutch Design via Oh So Beautiful Paper (6)

Tie the Knot Letterpress Wedding Invitations by Clutch Design via Oh So Beautiful Paper (2)

Tie the Knot Letterpress Wedding Invitations by Clutch Design via Oh So Beautiful Paper (4)

Thanks so much Dennis!

Design: Dennis Purcell, Clutch Design

Printing: Superior South Bay Printing & Dies

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

Photo Credits: Clutch Design

{happy weekend!}

Happy Friday everyone!  Time is still kind of relative with a one month-old newborn at home, but this weekend really snuck up on me!  This was my husband’s last week of paternity leave, so we’ve been trying to squeeze in some fun activities around DC before he goes back to work.  Luckily Sophie loves to be in the Ergo and pretty much sleeps through an entire outing.  I’ll admit to being kind of nervous about being on my own with Sophie during the day starting next week, but hopefully we’ll get the hang of things without too much trouble.  I’ll find out soon!  But in the meantime…

Tiny Hands via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Photo by me via Instagram (I’m @beautifulpaper)

…a few links for your weekend!

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

That’s it for me this week!  I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and I’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo

Seasonal Stationery: 2013 Calendars

I love Fall for a variety of reasons: changing leaves, cooler temperatures, hearty food, and of course the arrival of all the gorgeous calendars for next year!  Naturally, I’ve been eagerly watching my favorite designers roll out their newes calendars over the past few weeks.  This year, I’ve decided to make things a bit easier for all of you by putting my favorite calendars all in one place, from tea towel calendars to desk calendars to write-on wall calendars.  I’ve picked out a few select favorites (so far!) below, but definitely check out the full collection of 2013 calendars right here!

2013 Calendars via Oh So Beautiful Paper

1. Rifle Paper Co. Cities Wall Calendar, 2. Sugar Paper Kraft Desk Calendar, 3. Snow and Graham Botanical Write-On Calendar, 4. Dear Hancock Desk Calendar, 5. Linda + Harriett Letterpress Calendar, 6. Heather Lins Stitch the Stars Monthly Calendar

 Check out all of the 2013 calendars right here!

Pretty Paper in the Office: Bulletin & Message Boards

Sometimes I forget that there’s more to an office than what’s on your desk. Case in point: office walls! Whether it be an inspiration board pinned with visual goodies or a message board filled with reminders, there are many options for dressing up the workspace. But I wanted to find ones a little more special than your plain cork tiles or basic whiteboards. (We’re not run of the mill, so why should our spaces be?) Here’s a round up of some of the most pretty, and practical, ways to get your message across. – Julie

Pretty Paper in the Office: Bulletin & Message Board Round Up

No. 1 Present Time white board set of 4 from Amazon; No. 2 Laurel chalkboard by Shanna Murray; No. 3 Burlap message boards from Ballard Designs; No. 4 Karlsson magnetic whiteboard wall clock from Amazon; No. 5 Chalkboard pad by Peg and Awl; No. 6 Square genuine cork board from Rain Collection

And if you’re looking for cute pins to go with your bulletin board, take a look at my previous push pin round up!

{images via their respective sources}

Modern Neon Baby Shower Invitations + Decorations

These modern baby shower invitations and decorations come to us all the way from Argentina, where Mariana from Yum Eventos planned a neon and stripe-filled shower for a fashionable mama-to-be.  Mariana combined the neon with chevron stripes and kraft paper elements for

Modern Neon Baby Shower Invitations via Oh So Beautiful Paper

From Mariana: I planned an intimate baby shower for a glowing and fashion forward mommy-to-be.  Inspired by the recent neon trend, I mixed fluorescent elements with bold brights, a modern chevron pattern, stripes, and washi tape details.

Neon Baby Shower Invitations by Yum Eventos via Oh So Beautiful Paper (10) Neon Baby Shower Invitations by Yum Eventos via Oh So Beautiful Paper (8)

Neon Baby Shower Invitations by Yum Eventos via Oh So Beautiful Paper (6)

For the baby shower, we paired the neon elements with kraft paper so that the colors would pop even more.

Neon Baby Shower Invitations by Yum Eventos via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5) Neon Baby Shower Invitations by Yum Eventos via Oh So Beautiful Paper (1)

The dessert table included sparkling water, mini glasses with striped straws, and matching drink flags. Desserts included Dulce de Leche Alfajores, a typical Argentinian tasty treat, and triangle shaped brownies to complement the chevron pattern on the invitations.  The DIY backdrop featured a neon yellow string heart and tassels in neon, brown, and bright turquoise against kraft paper.

Neon Baby Shower Invitations by Yum Eventos via Oh So Beautiful Paper (2) Neon Baby Shower Invitations by Yum Eventos via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

Thanks Mariana!

Desserts and Styling: Yum Eventos

Paper Goods and Decor: La Feliz Celebrations

Photo Credits: Yum Eventos