merry christmas

i simply remember my favorite things...

Wishing you the joy of family, the happiness of friends and the love of Christmas.

twips holiday gift exchange

Let me start by saying thank you to Naomi Goodman of Enchanted Dream Weddings & Affairs for developing #TWIPS Twitter Wedding Inspiration Pals! TWIPS is a community on Twitter that affords those in the wedding industry an open forum to provide endless support to others in the group. THESE folks are incredibly dynamic! Jam-packed with mega creativity! Overflowing with energetic vibrant amazingness! So proud to be a part of this growing community.

In the midst of the holiday season, Annie of Marry You Me suggested a homespun holiday gift exchange for our members around the world. What a brilliant idea and a great way to initiate some new friendships and encourage creativity! My amazing gift came from Alicia at The Charity Wedding. I was so touched to open a gift that was not only gorgeous and handmade, it was created especially for me. I nearly cried reading her thoughtful note that began with "As a busy mom and business owner...."

This beautiful, functional chalkboard is hanging in my studio so that every time I use it I will think of Alicia and TWIPS.

here's holiday

I’ve been going a bit pattern crazy this year. Retro :: Vintage :: Quirky :: Simple :: Bold :: Playful :: I love them all! How can you not be inspired by repetitious gorgeousness?! I even took a swing at drawing my very own argyle pattern yesterday. As it turns out, I really enjoyed it. And, I think it came out beautiful {if I don’t say so myself} for my first try. Each one of the lovely designs featured below have coordinating backings for a perfectly polished effect.

I am pretty positive that I will be riding out this burst of inspiration over the next couple of days. Be sure to keep an eye out for more designs.

Take a look here at holiday 2009. And, here for custom designs from year’s past.

Here it is, my first-ever custom drawn pattern :: Argyle :: Isn't it darling?!

glorious autumn

Every year, as glorious Autumn gradually trickles in, I am blissfully reminded of my wedding day. Thirteen years ago today, on the most perfect Autumn afternoon, I married the love of my life. An amazing man that comforts me when I need comforting, talks me down when I need a good talk-down, supports everything I do, loves me regardless of my imperfections, is so forgiving and selfless, is an extraordinary father to our boys, takes care of me when I’m sick, and loves me unconditionally. I'm feeling especially lucky and blessed today.

This past weekend, we took the boys on a little family excursion. We went on an awesome hike, visited the cider farm {warm apple cider cinnamon doughnuts – yum} and went apple picking. The weather could not have been more perfect. Here are a couple photos from our day.

vintage hollywood glamour...a glimpse

Over the next day or so, I’ll be presenting a selection of invitation designs, along with a medley of custom logos, to the gala committee for their upcoming fundraising event in February. This year’s event theme is -- a night at the Oscars. During our initial meeting, I proposed the idea of creating an invitation that represents vintage Hollywood glamour. Here’s a glimpse of what I came up with so far.

Love love love this part in the process. When designs are complete and ready to be presented. I'll be sure to keep you posted as to which design they choose.

erica and daniel

A big heartfelt congratulations to my clients Erica and Daniel who recently tied the knot this past July. I had the pleasure of custom designing their engagement announcements, save the dates, bridal shower invitations and their lovely wedding invitation suite. Here are a few dazzling photos by the very talented Images By Berit from their special day.








May each new day find your hearts a little closer, your lives a little fuller, your love a little deeper.