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My Story is Art – Brush Marker Peony Pattern

I’ve been doing a lot of late nights these days.  Not sure if I’m trying to pump myself up for sleepless baby nights or what but less sleep has been my mantra as of late.  Something about the quiet of the house when you’re the only one awake is sacred in a way, like you […]

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A Peek into the Studio – Watercolor Floral Patterns

I heard somewhere the best way to combat the winter blues is to eat fruit and look at fresh flowers.  Well, I certainly have the fresh flower piece covered.  After a dreamy Spring and Summer season filled with cut blooms from my garden everywhere I looked, I was determined to stay inspired through the cold […]

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A Real Momental Wedding – Elizabeth and Isaac May 30, 2010 Part II

Part I of Elizabeth and Isaac’s wedding focused on the glorious location and fickle weather that led to some gorgeous lighting for their day.  Today’s post is all about the painted paper goodies we created and the flowers…of course!  Elizabeth is no doubt a flower type of girl and our classic Big Bloom peony caught […]

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A Real Momental Wedding – Elizabeth and Isaac May 30, 2010 Part I

I figured we could all use a dose of spring right about now.  Elizabeth and Isaac’s wedding under the live oaks seemed the perfect fit.  I worked with Elizabeth and her Mom for several months to create various stationery elements for the day.  When Elizabeth’s photographer sent over the images I was immediately enchanted with […]

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A Peek into the Studio – Orchids, Hydrangeas and Sailboats

Our paper palette has been quite varied this week.  Some of our favorites….. Samantha’s orchid and peony bouquet has inspired so many couples lately with its contrast painting (light against dark) technique and richly patterned paisley papers. Abby’s bouquet of peach hydrangeas, fluffy pink roses plus greens and branches epitomizes summer and makes me wish […]

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A Real Momental Wedding – Melanie and Adam, The Fairmont Washington D.C.

Melanie contacted me early last year and I knew instantly we would connect.  Her ideas for stationery were inspired by a striking china pattern (more on that tomorrow).  The first sample created was the one… and from there we just had fun detailing the design.  Laura from Wish Events sent over images from Melanie’s day […]

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A Peek into the Studio – Petals, Peonies and Hydrangeas!

Flowers are blooming like mad here at the studio.  From bold, graphic patterns to lush romantic bouquet style illustrations, we cannot get enough of this garden inspired subject matter!  Two projects in particular were the talk of the studio this week.  Kate’s Vintage Petal Pattern in shades of aqua, fuchsia and pale yellow were a […]