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You on Paper: Letterpress
What’s the difference between letterpress and engraving? Thermography and flat printing? Laser cutting and die cutting? You won’t have to wait long to find out
Saw it, tried it…crushed it!
True story: our manager was throwing a bridal shower for her sister and she totally forgot about favors. And then she panicked. And then she
The story of: Blue or Pink Gender Reveal Invitation
The obsession: Is it a boy? Is it a girl? Everyone thinks they know. Everyone’s DYING to know. How does a mom-to-be share the news
The story of: Pretty Rustic Invitation
Pretty and rustic! Kraft paper, gold foil and real lace combine for a rustic wedding invitation that’s unique and pretty. The layers add to the
The story of: Love the Chevron Invitation
The obsession: Chevron, but updated. Geometric shapes, but with a soft touch. The patterned look, but with a little romance. The look: Triangles made into
Cool treats for hot weather weddings
How do you help guests keep cool during your summer wedding? With iconic hot weather treats, jazzed up for your big day! Here are some
The floral bridesmaid dress trend: do it right
Your wedding is the one day of your life when you can go all-out on flowers. So don’t stop at the bouquets, swags, arrangements and
The story of: Lacy Shimmer Invitation
Just a touch of embossed lace – but a big romantic impact! The large, shimmering wedding invitation simply glows with elegance. The obsession: Have we
We’re crushing on…grad cap candy
Graduating? Sweet! Know what else is sweet? These cute and yummy little grad caps made out of chocolate. Yes, chocolate. (Mmm…chocolate.) Here’s what you’ll need:•
The story of: All the Trimmings Invitation
The obsession: We wanted it all. All the lace we could handle. All the romance we could get. All the style options to make it
If the shoe fits the theme, wear it!
When you love your wedding theme, you’ll want to show it off from start to finish. From big details to little ones. And, in the
The story of: Classic Lace Photo Grad Announcement
The obsession: Lace, lace and more lace for the grad who’s a little sentimental. But not too sentimental — so with a rustic or natural
It’s National Pillow Fight Day!
Go ahead – jump on the bed and start swinging those pillows. Loser makes dinner. And the winner gets to make the bed. But it
We’re crushing on…grad cap favor boxes (PLUS a free downloadable!)
It’s almost here. The moment you’ve been waiting for. When you flip that tassel and toss that cap and then the celebration begins. But don’t
Trendy gift ideas for grads
Wondering what to get those special graduates? Here are 5 great gift ideas that will take them into the next stage of their lives with
Chalkboard Year Graduation Invitation
The obsession: Chalkboards. Old-school chalkboards (yes, like the kind in schools) and how they’ve graduated from the classroom (as signs, art and home décor). And
Wedding registry: 5 ways to do it right
Registering for wedding gifts is so much fun. But before you get your list and that scanner in your hands, keep these 5 registry tips
The story of: Color Pop Graduation Invitation
The obsession: Something other than the same-old, same-old graduation invitations with a mascot on the front. Something with more personality, more style and unique enough