Luminaries...

One of my Brides came to me with a decor idea for her wedding and asked for my help. She wants to put candle lit luminaries down the isle of her wedding ceremony. Gorgeous right! Now, the dilemma for me was to figure out how to give her a custom monogrammed luminary that, A) won't burn the place down, and B) actually have the design show through. Being the DIY girl that I am, I took this project on with open arms, even though I have never made these before, I am certain they will turn out spectacular and be an amazing addition to her wedding.

Check out these different types of luminaries... you can use them for table number signs, simple decor placed around your venue, down the isle, and even at each table in a cluster of different heights for added ambiance! Depending on the type of luminary, whether it's glass or paper you can use standard white tea lights or battery operated tea lights. Wish me luck ladies! Pictures of the finished product to follow...

Adria & Jim - 08.21.10

Adria and Jim came to me last year for their save the dates, their theme was dark purple and white, simple and elegant! Although I had never met them in person I was able to put together a Save the Date magnet design that they absolutely loved... the main star being a beautiful picture from their engagement shoot with Suzanne Collier Photography!

As we got closer to the big day they wanted to do their "Day Of" ensemble, as I like to call it, with a little more flair and design. Even though Adria still wanted to keep it on the simple and elegant side, I was able to come up with a design that fit right into the entire theme and feel of their wedding. Her flowers had lots of hydrangea in them... which is one of my favorite flowers to work with! HYDRANGEA I said! So we ran with it.... 

The first and foremost item was the program... Adria and I will laugh over it now, as it was quite the project! Check out their Full Catholic Mass bi-fold program with the hydrangea detail on the front (which carried over to the back where their thank you note was written). 

Next on the list was their menu that was placed at each place setting. We carried out the hydrangea theme with their monogram. The printing method we used was raised thermography purple ink on a crisp white 105# smooth cover stock.

Lastly, the escort cards!!! As you know, this is my favorite piece to design out of all of the "Day Of" ensemble pieces. I thought, let's give it a little more punch then having their design on white tented cards... lets add a purple tented backer!!! Adding a backer card is probably my favorite thing to do to just about anything. I feel it just finishes off the piece. We used a variable imprint method that printed each guest name on each card instead of having a blank line to hand write the names. I loved the way these turned out... to me it screams simple, elegant and hydrangea! Don't you think!?! 

Congratulations to the happy couple, Adria and Jim! It was a pleasure to work on their wedding stationery and I wish them nothing but happiness and love for years to come! Here's a peak of the fabulous Bride and Groom on their wedding day.

Holiday Photo Cards

'Tis the Season! Here's another reminder to order your holiday cards, and even better PHOTO cards for this years' holiday season! Don't miss out on these gorgeous and adorable greeting cards from Paper Concierge. I can't wait to show you mine for this year, once our pictures are done (woof woof!)!

When ordering, make sure to be on the JW Impressions site! You will know you are there when you see a big old picture of my "mug" on the top left corner. My Paper Concierge web address is: http://jwistationery.paperconcierge.com/

Wined and Dined with Conroy Catering...

I wanted to give a quick "shout out" to Conroy Catering. Tonight I will be visiting their venue Knowlton Mansion to observe and get a feel for their monthly Open Houses they host at each of their three locations. They invite their clients to this Open House to try out their food and meet their other preferred vendors. A possible new relationship in the future... we will see. In the meanwhile, check out their venues, two of the weddings I recently worked on both were married at Glen Foerd Mansion. Simply beautiful! Update to follow...

Laurita Winery

Knowlton Masion

 

Glen Foerd Mansion

Trend Alert: Pale Pink & Gold

For all you romantic Brides out there this is a trend alert you are sure to love! This super soft and romantic color palette is up and coming for 2011. Pale pink (or dusty rose) and gold is such an elegant statement but it can still be playful in so many ways. Check out these little details and I am sure you will see the same gorgeous vision I have.

Calla lilies and cymbidium orchids escorted with painted eucalyptus and a ribbon wrap. Bottom bouquet has gold baubles paired with sweet peas and peonies. A metallic palm tree invite gives a modern feel. (Found on The Knot)

Signature cocktail drink: Pink lemonade in martini glasses with gold flakes around the rim. Spiked or not!

This gorgeous place setting adds to the theme! I know, too pretty to eat on... but you can and will!

Ring bearer pillow- cute!

 Pin tuck pink linens, gold satin napkins, wood chiavari chairs... long pink tapered candles! Ooh la la!

C'mon now... we cannot forget about our most important accessory... Our shoes! Seriously amazing! Get these here.

This wedding cake is so chic and elegant, I just love the gold flower detail on the top!

 

This wedding party looks beautiful with the khaki suits and pale pink dresses.

Last but not least... the favors! These adorable pink and gold rock candies and lollipops will be sure to ROCK your guests' taste buds. 

Early Bird Holiday Sale Ends Tomorrow!!!

Receive FREE return address labels with a purchase of holiday photo cards, valid through Thursday, September 30th. Here’s how it works! Visit the link ‘Early Bird Holiday Sale’ at JWIstationery.PaperConcierge.com to view the applicable items. This category contains over 900 items, some of which are cards and others are the coordinating labels. When you order a set of holiday photo cards, you may add the coordinating return address labels to your cart, then enter coupon code SEPTLABEL upon checkout, and the labels will be credited upon checkout! You may round up to the nearest quantity increment (i.e. order 80 labels for 75 photo cards, 120 labels for 100 photo cards, and so on). Please note that the labels are a separate item to be added to your cart.

Check out these adorable designs... I am so in love!

No Tricks, Just Treats...

Check out the latest section on my Paper Concierge site... just in time for Halloween! Having a super fun Halloween party this year? Order your invites now to ensure a great turn out! Share the adorable costumes your children will be this year by sending out a Halloween/Autumn greeting card with their picture. Lots of fun ideas, take a peak.

Click here to see what I'm raving about!

Autmn has arrived... enjoy.