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Modern Calligraphy Summit!

By now you probably know that I’m a huge fan of beautiful calligraphy and brush lettering. Nothing makes me happier than an exquisitely calligraphed envelope, brush lettered wedding invitations, and delicate place cards. Well, I have some exciting news! You can now learn this gorgeous art from nine amazing calligraphers – all from the comfort of your own home – during the Modern Calligraphy Summit!

Modern Calligraphy Summit / Oh So Beautiful Paper

The Modern Calligraphy Summit will take place February 22 - March 5, 2016 and will bring you a two-week virtual (and fun!) calligraphy crash course with over 7 hours of video lessons from Anne Robin Calligraphy, Wildfield Paper Co., Ashley Buzzy Lettering & Press, Feast Fine Art & Calligraphy, Design House of Moira, Laura Hooper Calligraphy, Fozzy Castro-Dayrit, Calligrafikas, and Nicole Miyuki. Summit courses include Beginning Calligraphy, Brush Lettering, Envelope Layouts, Flourishing, Floral Embellishments and more! The Modern Calligraphy Summit also includes live office hours, handout PDFs for each course, and goodies like a “Top Tools for Calligraphers” cheat sheet.

Modern Calligraphy Summit / Wildfield Paper Co via Oh So Beautiful Paper

Photo by Wildfield Paper Co.

Early bird enrollment is currently open for the Modern Calligraphy Summit – you can sign up here for a special rate through August 18th!

Gold Foil and Lace Wedding Invitations

Happy Monday everyone! Designer Lauren Chism shared these beautiful gold foil and lace wedding invitations here a couple of years ago – and today she’s here to share a slightly more traditional spin on that combination! The invitations feature gold foil text surrounded by a subtle lace-inspired letterpress blind impression pattern, and a beautiful gold floral envelope liner. So classically beautiful!

Gold Foil and Lace Wedding Invitations by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

From Lauren: Gold foil is definitely having a moment right now… and you would think if you’ve seen one gold foil and lace wedding invitation, you’ve seen them all, but these invitations might prove you wrong! 

Gold Foil and Lace Wedding Invitations by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Brittany and her mom were drawn to Carley and John’s wedding invitations but were looking for something a little more traditional with lace accents instead of the lace taking up the whole invitation background. I played with a lot of lace arrangements before we landed on this classic look and I love how timeless and elegant this suite is.

Gold Foil and Lace Wedding Invitations by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

The insert and RSVP card were also printed in gold foil, with the insert featuring the lace again, that coordinated, but wasn’t exactly the same. We paired them with ivory envelopes and Brittany picked this gold floral paper from Paper Source for the liners, which she ordered and I cut down to fit her envelopes. I love how two invitations with the same printing method and general ‘style’ can be so different! 

Gold Foil and Lace Wedding Invitations by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Gold Foil and Lace Wedding Invitations by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Gold Foil and Lace Wedding Invitations by Lauren Chism Fine Papers / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Thanks Lauren!

Design: Lauren Chism Fine Papers
Printing: Czar Press
Envelope Liners: Paper Source

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

Happy Weekend!

Happy Friday everyone! So – big news! – OSBP is hiring! I have three positions open ranging from DIY contributor(s) to a Market Editor and I’m super excited to add some talented folks to the OSBP team. You can check out the details over on the jobs page. I can’t wait to hear from you! But in the meantime…

Ali Makes Things via Instagram / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Photo by Ali Makes Things via Instagram

…a few links for your weekend:

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Check back this afternoon for this week’s cocktail recipe! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! I’ll see you back here on Monday! xoxo

Calligraphy Inspiration: A Fabulous Fete

The art of calligraphy typically brings to mind pointed pen or broad edge styles, but it also extends to lettering by brush… which I realized I haven’t showcased as much of, surprisingly. There’s no better time to correct that than now! Lauren Saylor of A Fabulous Fete came to mind instantly. Lauren has a way with watercolor and brushwork that transforms a single word into a fluid, dynamic stream of tone and beauty.  – Julie

Brush Calligraphy by Lauren Saylor of A Fabulous Fete / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Brush Calligraphy by Lauren Saylor of A Fabulous Fete / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Brush Calligraphy by Lauren Saylor of A Fabulous Fete / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Brush Calligraphy by Lauren Saylor of A Fabulous Fete / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Brush Calligraphy by Lauren Saylor of A Fabulous Fete / Oh So Beautiful Paper

Brush Calligraphy by Lauren Saylor of A Fabulous Fete / Oh So Beautiful Paper

To keep up with the latest from Lauren and A Fabulous Fete, follow along on Instagram and Facebook, check out her blog, or peruse her shop which includes some fantastic calligraphy cocktail stirrers.

Photo credits: 1  Odalys Mendez Photography; 2-6 left Lauren Saylor; 6 right Rustic White Photography