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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Be Unique!
When I go shopping, I am always on the lookout for something different. I usually am not the type of person to follow a trend or buy something because "everyone else has it." Plainly, if I like it I buy it. I prefer to shop at small boutiques, small town shoppes, mom & pop stores and places where things are one of a kind. My favorite places are those where there is an eclectic mix of things, homewares, accessories, clothing, jewelry, shoes and art. I also find that sometimes I set out looking for something specific and cannot find what I am looking for no matter how hard I look. Which makes me think, it's because it doesn't exist! It is most likely something I will have to make or design myself. As a designer I try not to limit myself to just one artform, whether it be painting or drawing, or knitting and creating jewelry, art is a form of self expression. And, I find it extremely satisfying to be able to make something that you can wear! Creating the pieces that you wear can bring out your personality, and most importantly it makes you unique. With this in mind, check out my latest creation...these studs are cute and feminine but just quirky enough, oh yeah and perfect for Spring & Summer!.
30th Birthday Party!
Anthony's 30th Birthday Party was created with a Crown Royal Theme, the invitations arrived in a purple velvet pouch just like his favorite brand of whisky, and the invitation was designed as set of coasters that mimicked a Crown Royal label. Matching luminaries along with a Crown Royal Cake, custom framed menus and old world theme were used to create a great look and feel. Invitations and luminaries are shown below.
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| Coaster Invitation Side 1 |
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Holiday Card Design!
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| Holiday Card was embellished with a sparkle buckle on the belt! |
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Moo...not just a sound that cows make.
For all of my design work I use my high end printers. But when it comes to things like my Christmas Cards and usually projects that I do for myself, I tend to want something quick and simple. This is probably a sign that I don't make time for my own projects and am usually working on everyone elses! Anyhow, a designer friend of mine recommended a website that you can upload your own design work to for basic pieces such as greeting cards, post cards and stickers. The turn around time is pretty quick and the quality is supposed to be good! So, for my Christmas Cards...I decided to try it. The website is called Moo...check it out here, http://www.moo.com/share/8m7znj
For designers like me, you are able to upload your own designs. But, if you are not a designer you can select from predesigned pieces as well and add your own text to their templates through their design tool. Pretty easy, right? With their greeting cards you get free white envelopes and for a small fee you can select a custom color. I chose to do something different this year and opted for a postcard style. Because I like to send my postcards in an envelope, I purchased envelopes separately all in one place. My cards are scheduled to arrive on the 13th of December. Once they mail, I will post the design and the finished product for you to see. I also sent my Mom's Cards there too! So let's keep our fingers crossed! MOO!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Bar Mitzvah Invitation
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Baby Shower Thank You Card!
This Thank You Card was designed to match Anna & Renato's Invitations and capture the excitement of their shower! The card was designed as an A6 Fold Over Card.
Colleen & Chris 10.1.11
On October 1st, Colleen & Chris were married! Their wedding took place at the Black Swan Country Club in Georgetown, MA. The Wedding was GORGEOUS! Every little detail was planned out from top to bottom. I created many custom designed pieces that started with their custom designed monogram that was used on their invitations. This monogram along with an embellishment that was used in the background was carried throughout all of their pieces. A mix of textures and metallic finishes of both ivory, black and deep plum hues were also used throughout to make the entire look and feel of their wedding cohesive. The list of their custom pieces included a monogram, invitations including a custom enclosure, church programs, table numbers, seating chart, donation card, card box, table numbers, seating signs for the bridal party, a custom design for their photobooth print outs and more! Below is a sample of some of the designs from their wedding!
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