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Indigo Watercolor and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations

Woah! I’m absolutely loving the vibrant indigo watercolor on these wedding invitations from Alex of Goodheart Design! I’m used to seeing pale watercolor washes on wedding invitations and save the dates, and this deep indigo is so pretty paired with the shiny gold foil and Alex’s signature hand lettering! And each piece was individually hand painted, so no two are alike!

Indigo Watercolor and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Design / Oh So Beautiful Paper

From Alex: Alisha and Spencer are a super fun couple recently married in Los Angeles. Alisha has been a close friend (even roommate!) for a while now, so it was even more exciting getting to work on this invitation with a friend! Not only did the wedding have a modern/vintage/boho style, but the wedding venue was super eclectic and homey. They got married at Big Daddy’s Antique Shop in Los Angeles and the venue was filled with amazing one of kind pieces from old school neon signs to vintage tables and mismatched designer chairs.

Indigo Watercolor and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Design / Oh So Beautiful Paper

The wedding had a very easy going neutral vibe going on. Alisha and Spencer wanted to portray that vibe through their invitations, along with some bold indigo watercolor, which was sprinkled throughout the wedding as well. The invitations feature hand lettering mixed with modern text and hand painted watercolor. They had everyone RSVP online, so we made a fun extra piece explaining how to do that. The main invitations were printed in gold foil and the extra piece was letterpress printed, both by Czar Press.

Indigo Watercolor and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Design / Oh So Beautiful Paper

We had the main invitation printed on 220# paper so that the paper wouldn’t warp when the watercolor was added after printing. I hand watercolored each invitation with indigo watercolor, giving each invitation it’s own unique style.

Indigo Watercolor and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Design / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Indigo Watercolor and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Design / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Indigo Watercolor and Gold Foil Wedding Invitations by Goodheart Design / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Thanks Alex!

Design, Lettering, and Watercolor: Goodheart Design

Foil and Letterpress Printing: Czar Press

Goodheart Design is a member of the Designer Rolodex – you can see more of Alex’s beautiful work right here!

Photo Credits: Goodheart Design

Classic Gray Birth Announcements

These classic gray birth announcements from Lauren Chism Fine Papers are so refreshing! Not a speck of pink or blue in sight! I love how the neutral tones and clean, classic design allow the sweet baby photo to shine – and of course I’m partial to the name Alice. Such a wonderful keepsake for a beautiful new baby!

Classic Gray Birth Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

From Lauren: Now that my husband and I are expecting, designing anything baby related just makes my heart skip a beat. I can’t get enough! I have been wanting to expand my letterpress birth announcement collection, so this is all working out very well 😉

Classic Gray Birth Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

These announcements are extra special to me because Laura was my very first wedding client when I launched my business full time. Over the years, I have gotten to design some holiday cards and baby shower invitations for her… and then, this beautiful sweet girl arrived and I had the honor of designing her birth announcements. Birth announcements, much like wedding invitations, are such a special keepsake and something special for the family to look back on for a long time. I love how certain pieces of stationery, to those who love it, are so much more than just pieces of paper.

Classic Gray Birth Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper 

Back to the design! Once Laura chose the photo, the neutral tones of the image really leant themselves to a more muted ink color. She wasn’t into pink, so we tried out some shades of grays, tans and blues and landed on this pale gray. We paired it with gray envelopes in a lighter shade. This neutral color lover thought they were perfect. They are just so classic and chic, which really is fits Laura’s style.

Classic Gray Birth Announcements by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Thanks Lauren!

Design: Lauren Chism Fine Papers

Letterpress Printing: Elefant Press

Lauren Chism Fine Papers is a member of the Designer Rolodex – you can check out more of Lauren’s beautiful work right here!

Photo Credits: Lauren Chism Fine Papers

2015 Gift Guide: My Favorite Things

This week we’ve covered gift ideas for preschoolers, cocktail enthusiasts, artists and calligraphers, and stationery enthusiasts – and today I thought I’d wrap up our week of gift guides with a few of my favorite products that just didn’t quite fit into any of the other gift guides. It’s basically my own personal wish list, and I hope it helps any of you still trying to find that one perfect gift!

2015 Gift Guide: Favorite Things / Oh So Beautiful Paper

1. Suite One Studio makes my absolute favorite ceramic dishes. I covet her larger entertaining pieces, but these gorgeous ring dishes are perfect for holding treasured accessories – or even to hold stamps and paperclips on a desk. I want one in every single color!

2. I’m obsessed with the gorgeous Mrs. Box velvet ring boxes. This pink velvet version is so dreamy, and the gray velvet is just completely classic.

3. Beautiful cuffs in modern geometric shapes – and the proceeds help support humanitarian response efforts around the world.

4. These brass planters are the perfect desktop size and would be lovely in an office!

5 + 6. I have a major weakness for leather clutches. I love the scalloped edge on the Tilly baguette from Matine and the deep navy blue suede from Baggu.

7. The rose gold watch of my dreams.

8. This pie plate from AHeirloom is just the cutest – and features pretty lettering from Molly Jacques!

9. My daily motto in sweatshirt form. The thermal travel mug also makes a great gift!

10. Pink linen napkins – perfect for anyone who likes to entertain! I’m also crazy about this well-wrinkled linen tablecloth.

11 + 12. I’ve amassed quite a collection of vases, but I’m always on the hunt for pretty new shapes and patterns. This striped vase from Jill Rosenwald comes in a literal rainbow of colors and is perfect for small, delicate floral arrangements, and I’ve been eyeing this brass hexagon vase for taller floral arrangements.

This post contains affiliate links. By clicking on these links, you’ll help support Oh So Beautiful Paper while also purchasing some wonderful gifts. I only recommend products that I truly love and trust that you’ll love, too. My full disclosure policy can be found here.

DIY Watercolor Paper Snowflake Gift Toppers

We’ve been playing “Jingle-Bells” since the moment the weather turned chilly here in London. It is, after all, the most wonderful time of the year! With under three weeks to go until Christmas Day, I wanted to share an easy gift wrap idea that you can make with things you can find at home. These snowflakes are – like the real ones – unique and personal in every way. They only take 5 minutes but look amazing! - Erin from BerinMade Paper Goods

DIY Watercolor Paper Snowflake Gift Toppers / BerinMade for Oh So Beautiful Paper

Supplies

Copier paper (1 sheet makes two small ones)

Flat brush

Stapler

PVA glue

Blue watercolor paint or acrylic paint

Sharp scissors

DIY Watercolor Paper Snowflake Gift Toppers / BerinMade for Oh So Beautiful Paper

Step 1. Dilute your paint with water in a plastic container. Dip your brush into the paint, then tap the brush so that the brush is slightly wet but not dripping. Stroke lightly over the paper to make faint, painted lines. Paint over the entire piece of paper. If you’re making more than one gift topper you can also paint multiple sheets at the same time.

Step 2. Cut the paper in half length-wise, and fold into a 12-part accordion, and trim the ends into points. Staple the center of the accordion, then cut a combination of straight and curvy lines into the folded accordion. Get creative with your snowflake designs by experimenting with different sizes and shapes for the cutouts.

Step 3. Fold the accordion in half and gently open it up like a fan, carefully separating the snowflake tips. Secure the ends with glue or double-sided tape.

Step 4. Use mounting squares or double-sided tape to adhere the gift topper to your present!

DIY Watercolor Paper Snowflake Gift Toppers / BerinMade for Oh So Beautiful Paper

 

DIY Watercolor Paper Snowflake Gift Toppers / BerinMade for Oh So Beautiful Paper

 

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Photo Credits: Lauhaus Co

2015 Gift Guide: For Preschoolers

Every year I like to pull together a few gift guides, and this year I’m starting with one of my favorite subjects: preschoolers! Sophie turned 3 years old in September and started preschool at the end of August. And man, this stage is SO much fun! I mean, there are plenty of frustrations – we have tantrums and meltdowns and all kinds of defiance happening all over the place – but it’s also just a ton of fun. We’re still going strong with manipulative play (blocks, Magna Tiles, play-doh), getting into more physical activities, and starting to really get into pretend play. So for those of you looking for some ideas for 3 and 4 year old girls (or boys) – here are a few gift ideas for preschoolers!

Gift Ideas for Preschoolers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Clockwise from the top left:

1. A tricycle! Sophie inherited a hand-me-down tricycle from her cousins a couple of months ago and LOVES it. She wants to ride it anywhere and everywhere, even in cold weather. Balance bikes are also great gift ideas for preschoolers.

2 + 3. PJs are always a fun holiday gift, and this nightgown and set of fuzzy slippers looks super cozy!

4 + 5. Sophie has always been interested in books, but now that she’s learning her letters she’s downright obsessed. These are a few of our current favorite books – and a cozy bean bag to practice reading:

Katy and the Big Snow

Such a Little Mouse

Little Blue Truck

6. + 7. Play kitchens and dollhouses are perfect for endless hours of pretend play. And little sisters can join in on the fun! Alice loves banging the pots and pans of Sophie’s play kitchen and even acts like she’s washing her hands in the sink!

8. We have a vintage map puzzle that Sophie loves to do over and over again (with some parental assistance). This version is similar to the one we have!

9. I’m a big fan of this art easel – and the priceless works of preschooler art that come out of it!

10. Play-Doh is so fun for toddlers! You can make your own if you’re so inclined, but I’m still a fan of the store-bought version. We also bought some cookie cutters and toy rollers so that Sophie can practice rolling the dough and cutting out her favorite shapes. We also continue to love our Magna Tiles for manipulative play – and the best part is that you can just keep adding to the collection each year!

This post contains affiliate links. By clicking on these links, you’ll help support Oh So Beautiful Paper while also purchasing some wonderful gifts. I only recommend products that I truly love and trust that you’ll love, too. My full disclosure policy can be found here.