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{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…

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Photos by me via Instagram

…a few links for your weekend!

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

Natalie + Paul’s Southern Magnolia Wedding Invitations

We had the most gorgeous weekend here in DC, and with spring just around the corner these magnolia wedding invitations from Brynne at Harken Press seem like the perfect way to start off the week! Created for a spring wedding in Baton Rouge, Brynne drew her inspiration from both the season and the wedding venue, with a sunny yellow color palette and beautiful vintage stamps.

Magnolia Wedding Invitations by Harken Press via Oh So Beautiful Paper (8)

From Brynne: Natalie and Paul are getting married this spring at a charming southern plantation called Magnolia Mound in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The magnolia blossom reoccurs throughout their wedding stationery as a symbol of spring and the venue. I really wanted to capture Natalie and Paul’s creative personalities and the mood of their quaint outdoor southern wedding. My inspiration was Gone With The Wind meets happy spring colors.

Magnolia Wedding Invitations by Harken Press via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5)

Natalie and Paul both have Masters degrees in historical preservation from the College of Charleston in South Carolina, where they met. The vintage stamps that Natalie collected for the postage are a perfect combination of Louisiana and South Carolina landmarks, as well as the couple’s love of architecture and literature. One of their favorite quotes, “Be silly, be honest, be kind.” by Ralph Waldo Emerson is attached to the twine that holds the suite together. I also illustrated the map of Baton Rouge to highlight some of the unique parts of the city, and of course the wedding venue.

Magnolia Wedding Invitations by Harken Press via Oh So Beautiful Paper (7)

The wedding invitation was letterpress printed, while the rest of the suite and save the dates were digitally printed. A great compromise for letterpress lovers on a budget!

Magnolia Wedding Invitations by Harken Press via Oh So Beautiful Paper (6)

Magnolia Wedding Invitations by Harken Press via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

Magnolia Wedding Invitations by Harken Press via Oh So Beautiful Paper (4)

Thanks Brynne!

Design: Harken Press

Save the Date Printing: Sunset Press

Letterpress Printing: Quality Letterpress

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

Photo Credits: Harken Press

Stationery A – Z: Apology Cards

Let’s face it, we all make mistakes. Hopefully one of these well-designed cards (along with a heartfelt apology written on the inside) will make it a bit easier to smooth any ruffled feathers and make amends.  — Tashia

Apology Card Round Up via Oh So Beautiful Paper (1)

Richie Design

Apology Card Round Up via Oh So Beautiful Paper (2)

Wild Ink Press

Apology Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5) Apology Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (6)

Cleanwash (left); Blackbird Letterpress (right)

Apology Card Round Up via Oh So Beautiful Paper (4)

Ink Meets Paper

Apology Card Round Up via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5)

Farewell Paperie

Apology Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (7) Apology Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (8)

Sycamore Street Press

i'm sorry. letterpress definition card by Sapling Press

Sapling Press

Apology Card Round Up via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

Kristen Henderson Calligraphy

I'm Sorry greeting card by Smock Press SORRY by Two Trick Pony

Smock (left); and Two Trick Pony (right)

Apology Card - Butt by Wit and Whistle

Wit and Whistle

Apology Cards via Oh So Beautiful Paper (4)

Echo Letterpress

{images via their respective sources}

p.s. Lots more apology cards (along with sympathy and encouragement cards) right here!

Sabrina + John’s Neon Destination Wedding Invitations

I’ve never had the pleasure of visiting New Mexico, but Sabrina and John’s destination wedding invitations remind me of what I imagine a famous New Mexico sunset might look like! Sabrina, a designer at Smudge Ink, wanted to stay true to her modern design style, incorporating a vibrant neon coral ink and bold purple into the design. Love it!

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (8)

From Sabrina: John and I had a destination wedding in Santa Fe back in September. We had never even been to New Mexico before when the idea came to mind, but after making a weekend getaway there we had completely fallen for its small town warmth and desert landscapes. So when it came to the creating the look and feel for our wedding, we knew we wanted to celebrate the best of Santa Fe while keeping true to our modern tastes and playful personalities.

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (9)

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (10)

As someone who works with brides on their wedding stationery for a living, I naturally looked forward to designing all of the paper touches. The invitations reflected the serene mountain scenery but in a more modern light with the use of straight lines letterpress printed in fluorescent coral ink and bold text in prune. We also incorporated a pair of chiles as a humorous nod to our love for spicy food.

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (6)

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (3)

Fortunately, I had everyone at Smudge Ink to give me a helping hand and Megan Chapin Calligraphy to address each one in matching prune ink. And how happy do you think I was when I saw that the USPS had just released commemorative stamps in honor of New Mexico!

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (5)

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (4)

John and I tried to keep things fun and light in our day-of pieces too. From our ice breaker escort card pins to our ceremony “spirit” wands. The interactive nature of these pieces really got the party going!

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (1)

Modern Neon Destination Wedding Invitations by Smudge Ink via Oh So Beautiful Paper (2)

Thanks Sabrina!

Design & Letterpress Printing: Smudge Ink

Calligraphy: Megan Chapin Calligraphy

Smudge Ink is a member of the Designer Rolodex – you can see more of their beautiful wedding invitations right here or  real invi­ta­tions gallery for more wedding invitation ideas!

Photo Credits: Sabrina Garber and Karen Kristian Photography

{happy weekend!}

Well, it was bound to happen… we caught our first family cold this week. Sophie and I were first to come down with it on Monday, followed quickly by my husband on Tuesday, and I’m hoping we’re now at the tail end of it. Boo colds! We’re all feeling pretty run down, so this weekend we’ll be trying to rest up (and recover) as much as possible. But in the meantime…

Cherry Blossoms in Washington DC by Oh So Beautiful Paper

Photo by me (via Instagram) of last year’s cherry blossoms

…a few links for your weekend!

This week on Oh So Beautiful Paper:

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