Snail Mail Inspiration

05 Wednesday Sep 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Invites & Save the Dates, Weddings

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I know many people don’t send letters anymore but there is nothing like receiving a handwritten note from someone you care about. When it comes to event invites and wedding items, creating a beautiful envelope is part of the whole experience.

One simple way to jazz them up is by using special stamps. I personally love vintage postal items because they really created some awesome designs back in the day. However, you can still find some really nice ones that are printed today. Here are some inspirations of old and new stamps that can really make or break an invite’s presentation.

These first few can all be found at USPS.com.

Now to take a trip back in time, here are some vintage treats I feel would make a great statement on your save the dates and wedding invitations as well as all the pre-wedding events. Enjoy!

Garden Roses | Shop & Photo Credit: Verde Studio

Flower Gardens | Shop & Photo Credit: Verde Studio

Pink Roses | Shop & Photo Credit: Treasure Fox

Butterflies | Shop & Photo Credit: Treasure Fox

Endangered Flora | Shop & Photo Credit: Pack and Post

Love Birds & Hearts | Shop & Photo Credit: Pack and Post

Flowering Trees | Shop & Photo Credit: Pack and Post

Love (Old & New) | Shop & Photo Credit: Pack and Post

International Peace Garden | Shop & Photo Credit: Pack and Post

Wildflowers | Shop & Photo Credit: Kenmore Stamp Company

Shop & Photo Credit: Champion Stamp

Wedding Invitation Suites are Here

24 Friday Aug 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Shop Gray Star Design

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antique, blue, botanical, country, floral, flowers, garden, gray star design, green, lace, nature, pastels, pink, rustic, spring, vintage, wedding invitations, weddings, white, woodland

As you know, I have been creating a whole line of event decor as well as invites and save the dates. I am working on some more postcard save the dates because people really seem to love them but I wanted to share the three wedding suites I currently have listed in my shop.

They all include an RSVP card as well as a direction card and white classic envelopes. I offer three other choices for the envelopes at no charge and the option to switch out the direction card for a reception card if the ceremony is in a church. And of course plenty of add ons to choose from. With them all printed on 120lb wove paper by me, my clients are getting the best service and materials, guaranteed.

Any item in my shop can be custom designed to match certain colors, etc., as well as creating a completely new design. Check them out and spread the word!

Spring Floral Wedding Suite – offered in green and pink

Woodland Lace Wedding Suite

Modern Floral Wedding Suite

Oh, So Pretty Cakes

22 Wednesday Aug 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Wedding Decor Ideas, Weddings

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You can do a whole bunch of things with your wedding cake these days. Bakers can create just about anything. AlthoughI feel they should be simple and reflect the theme of the wedding, you can go nuts if you want. Even if you’re not having a cake its nice to look at some different options. Here are a few I came across I think are fabulous.

The Wedding Shop

05 Thursday Jul 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Invites & Save the Dates, Shop Gray Star Design, Weddings

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antique, botanical, cottage chic, events, floral, fruit, gray star design, invitations, paper goods, save the dates, vintage, wedding, wedding invitations

Finally, I am starting a line of pre-wedding and wedding invites and save the dates! These two are the first to post but there will be much more coming soon. I also plan to include all the paper goods one needs for events such as thank you’s, bridal shower and engagement party packages and tons of fun stuff to help make your special day even more memorable.

This will all lead into my new company & website which I will be launching soon. I plan to offer my design services for event planning and interiors as well as organizational tools and special packages. Keep your eyes peeled and spread the word!