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posted by Emily Elizabeth on Aug 23 2010
elizabethlynn
  • Minted Aug 12, 2010
  • 32 Comments
  • 8 Designs Submitted

great advice...much appreciated. Love your work!

posted by time for you on Aug 19 2010
jessicayeo
  • Minted Jan 9, 2010
  • 88 Comments
  • 21 Designs Submitted

thank you for your feedback - i admire your work + your design knowledge! re stripes: yes, that makes sense - the invite text is probably too plain! will tinker some more ...

posted by Karen Glenn on Aug 07 2010
karenglenn
  • Minted Jul 19, 2009
  • 20 Awards
  • 719 Comments
  • 95 Designs Submitted

Hey Amy, Loved so many of your entries int he Holiday Challenge. Kinda surprised not see you in a top 10 spot. Hoping you have a lot of Editor's Picks coming!

posted by Karen Glenn on Aug 07 2010
karenglenn
  • Minted Jul 19, 2009
  • 20 Awards
  • 719 Comments
  • 95 Designs Submitted

Hey Amy, Loved so many of your entries int he Holiday Challenge. Kinda surprised not see you in a top 10 spot. Hoping you have a lot of Editor's Picks coming!

posted by Yolanda Mariak Chendak on Aug 04 2010
YolandaMariakChendak
  • Minted Jan 20, 2010
  • 4 Awards
  • 271 Comments
  • 25 Designs Submitted

Hello Amy, just wanted to say congratulations on Summer Lanterns being plugged on brides.com, nice going ;)

posted by Legacy Design on Jul 07 2010
jillmeans
  • Minted May 11, 2010
  • 2 Awards
  • 103 Comments
  • 22 Designs Submitted

Thank you for your encouragement and design advice. You have great style and a great eye for knowing how to help bring a design from good to great. You are a huge asset to Minted.

posted by Jody Wody on Jun 13 2010
jodywody
  • Minted Nov 20, 2008
  • 20 Awards
  • 360 Comments
  • 41 Designs Submitted

Hi there miss Amy - thank you for the note! :) Talk about broad range...I love how your submissions capture something different each time, and they're all executed so well. Cheers and keep 'em coming!

posted by CBeeProject on Jun 13 2010
cbeeproject
  • Minted Nov 24, 2009
  • 1 Award
  • 33 Comments
  • 25 Designs Submitted

Thanks, Design Lotus! I appreciate the suggestion re: my "Holly Flakes." I'll give that a whirl and try experimenting with other fonts. BTW: Your work is incredible and I've been wanting to thank you for creating that extremely helpful/useful "Font List!"

posted by SimpleTe Design on Jun 02 2010
erinrau
  • Minted Jun 14, 2009
  • 17 Awards
  • 94 Comments
  • 118 Designs Submitted

I love my Minted T-shirt I got last night :) .... such a great design!

posted by Sara Heilwagen on May 04 2010
sheilwagen
  • Minted Sep 19, 2009
  • 384 Comments
  • 49 Designs Submitted

Definitely cute on stationery too!

posted by Sara Heilwagen on May 04 2010
sheilwagen
  • Minted Sep 19, 2009
  • 384 Comments
  • 49 Designs Submitted

I saw the balloon dog on your designlotus blog, is that something you're already selling? It is very cute!

posted by Laura Unverferth on May 02 2010
laurarose
  • Minted Feb 1, 2009
  • 3 Awards
  • 27 Comments
  • 14 Designs Submitted

Thanks for all the sweet comments!

posted by MAGG + LOUIE on Apr 27 2010
maggiear
  • Minted Mar 8, 2010
  • 55 Comments
  • 18 Designs Submitted

Hi Amy! Thanks for your suggestions. From time to time, I read the forum and have found your advice (and others) so helpful! As a newbie, it has helped me creatively and learn something new everyday. Btw, I just read the write-up about you on the blog and oh my goodness...you are one busy lady!! Lol. And your kids are so darn adorable!! Thanks again for all your help and for keeping us inspired :)

posted by Crimson Lane on Apr 19 2010
crimsonlane
  • Minted Feb 8, 2010
  • 1 Award
  • 344 Comments
  • 37 Designs Submitted

I really enjoyed the story Minted wrote up on you & noticed that you're from Alaska! I used to live in Anchorage! Do you ever go back?

posted by Karen Glenn on Apr 13 2010
karenglenn
  • Minted Jul 19, 2009
  • 20 Awards
  • 719 Comments
  • 95 Designs Submitted

Love your new photo, Amy!

posted by Paige Rothhaar on Apr 09 2010
pepperpoppydesign
  • Minted Feb 16, 2010
  • 3 Awards
  • 180 Comments
  • 24 Designs Submitted

Congrats on your recent wins! He said She said! (I'm a little behind sorry!) and Summer Gardens! I think that's going to be a hot seller! And I was surprised Vintage Luxe wasn't in the top - I loved that one! Well congrats again! :)

posted by Holly Herick Design on Apr 06 2010
hollyherick
  • Minted Dec 1, 2009
  • 78 Comments
  • 14 Designs Submitted

Summer Gardens is an awesome design. Once again, you deserve a win. Keep it up. And thanks for the critiquing you gave my designs. It really helps.

posted by Trendy Peas on Mar 20 2010
trendypeas
  • Minted Nov 22, 2009
  • 3 Awards
  • 27 Comments
  • 37 Designs Submitted

Thank you so much for the heads up on the stock photos. I really appreciate it. I made changes to all the designs and I like how they turned out. Cheers!

posted by Paper Plains on Mar 12 2010
scarletnonne
  • Minted Nov 17, 2008
  • 18 Awards
  • 175 Comments
  • 75 Designs Submitted

You go DL! Way to knock the socks off of Good Housekeeping!

posted by Dish & Spoon on Mar 12 2010
dishandspoon
  • Minted Aug 19, 2009
  • 7 Awards
  • 40 Comments
  • 29 Designs Submitted

Congrats on the win! It was one of my favs! And thank you for your compliments, comments and critiques on this and every challenge. :)

posted by Sunflower on Mar 06 2010
sunflowerstationers
  • Minted Mar 4, 2010
  • 2 Comments
  • 3 Designs Submitted

Do you have something personal against me where you think my stuff is clip art? I actually have been a designer for 3 years and don't use clip art. Not sure why you choose to make such comments.

posted by Three Kisses Studio on Mar 06 2010
amyfontes
  • Minted Nov 4, 2008
  • 5 Awards
  • 356 Comments
  • 91 Designs Submitted

Thanks!!!

posted by Peek Designs on Feb 26 2010
melissapeabody
  • Minted Sep 30, 2009
  • 30 Comments
  • 9 Designs Submitted

just wanted to say how much i always appreciate your input! your suggestions are always so helpful!

posted by Holly Herick Design on Feb 21 2010
hollyherick
  • Minted Dec 1, 2009
  • 78 Comments
  • 14 Designs Submitted

I really like and respect your work. I would appreciate it if you would critique my designs for the Breakout Wedding Challenge.

posted by Laura Unverferth on Feb 21 2010
laurarose
  • Minted Feb 1, 2009
  • 3 Awards
  • 27 Comments
  • 14 Designs Submitted

thanks for the feedback.

posted by Sandhya Rao on Feb 20 2010
sandhyarao
  • Minted Jul 25, 2008
  • 2 Awards
  • 171 Comments
  • 43 Designs Submitted

Hey Thank you Amy! I just checked your latest and greatest V-day card options - I should have guessed it must have been your awesome work as always! :)

posted by Carrie O'Neal on Feb 19 2010
carrieoneal
  • Minted Jan 17, 2010
  • 7 Awards
  • 252 Comments
  • 47 Designs Submitted

Hi Amy...AHHH! You just made my day. I am so addicted to minted. I've been a graphic designer for about 15 years and I can't remember the last time I was so excited to design. I admire YOUR WORK so much!!! Your designs are AMAZING!!! (this is a lot of caps...sorry!) You have no idea the smile you've just brought to my face. Thank you! thank you! thank you!

posted by Sari Victoria on Jan 25 2010
sarivictoria
  • Minted Jan 24, 2010
  • 10 Comments
  • 8 Designs Submitted

Thanks for the comment. Your work is great!

posted by Sue Bakkila on Jan 24 2010
suebakkila
  • Minted Nov 24, 2009
  • 14 Comments
  • 18 Designs Submitted

I think it was yo who kindly pointed me toward the PSD template...thank you :-)

posted by Gakemi Art+Design on Jan 22 2010
gakemi
  • Minted Dec 9, 2008
  • 22 Awards
  • 382 Comments
  • 119 Designs Submitted

Hi Amy! Thanks for the feedback. I'll try to play around a bit with your suggestions. All your submissions design are awesome, "I hate typing" is one of my favourite. Best of luck in the challenge.

posted by Holly Herick Design on Jan 21 2010
hollyherick
  • Minted Dec 1, 2009
  • 78 Comments
  • 14 Designs Submitted

Very nice designs. I especially love the "Italian Lights" wedding announcement.

posted by Amanda Larsen Design on Jan 14 2010
amandalarsen
  • Minted Jan 2, 2009
  • 17 Awards
  • 850 Comments
  • 86 Designs Submitted

Hi Amy! I like your idea of getting the DC designers together for coffee. Sounds like fun! Should we coordinate or post something on the discussion board? Or feel free to email me: design4larsen@yahoo.com

posted by Amanda Larsen Design on Jan 11 2010
amandalarsen
  • Minted Jan 2, 2009
  • 17 Awards
  • 850 Comments
  • 86 Designs Submitted

Hey Amy! Just wanted to give a shout out to a fellow DC gal! I actually live in Northern Virginia, but work in DC. I love your work and concepts....you have a great design style and aesthetic. :)

posted by Dish & Spoon on Jan 08 2010
dishandspoon
  • Minted Aug 19, 2009
  • 7 Awards
  • 40 Comments
  • 29 Designs Submitted

Thanks, Amy!

posted by Peek Designs on Oct 15 2009
melissapeabody
  • Minted Sep 30, 2009
  • 30 Comments
  • 9 Designs Submitted

When I went to read your comment on "Birds of a Feather", I noticed a spacing error in my RSVP card...Thanks for helping me catch it :)

posted by lori on Oct 08 2008

Congratulations again, Amy! City by the Bay was my favorite! I wish I lived in San Francisco so I could use this card :)

posted by Sandhya on Oct 08 2008

Awesome - your designs win yet again! Great going!

posted by Amy E. on Sep 25 2008

Sorry I've been M.I.A. Hopefully I'll be up for the next challenge. Meg - I would contact minted.com regarding the Midnight Vineyard cards. They have the design and should be able to help you with your purchase. Many Thanks!

posted by Rick on Sep 20 2008

Nice work dominating the winner's circle :D Keep up the good work!

posted by Meg on Sep 17 2008

Hi Amy I really like the Italian ligths card - its gorgeous! I'd love to order some. FYI - our last name is van Reesema and the wedding date is June 7, 2008. Thank you!

posted by Kristen on Sep 12 2008

CONGRATS! You have such a great range of beautiful designs. I'm so glad you won!

posted by Amy E. on Sep 12 2008

I am humbled by your kind words. I can't tell you how much it means to me... Thanks.

posted by lori on Sep 11 2008

WOW!!! Congratulations Amy! Awesome work! You deserved every win - and then some :)

posted by melissa a on Sep 11 2008

Congratulations on your wins, all well-deserved! your work is really inspiring!

posted by Jessica on Sep 11 2008

Congrats, loved everything you did!

posted by vanessa on Sep 11 2008

Congratulations! Well deserved wins :D

posted by Beth on Sep 10 2008

Amy - your designs were all so inspiring! Big congrats on your wins!!

posted by Kacie on Sep 10 2008

Congrats to you! Your designs are amazing, you're extremely talented. You deserve all five of your wins ( I think there were five, I lost count. :)

posted by Sandhya on Sep 10 2008

So where are you treating us for all your wins? Great job You sure deserve it! Keep it going :)

posted by anna on Aug 26 2008

Blessings on your work Amy! You're an amazingly talented designer! Love all your submissions here! They're so classy just like you!

posted by lori on Aug 21 2008

Hi Amy! I didn't get a chance to comment on all your designs, but I think they're all GREAT! You're an awesome designer, and I think you're going to do REALLY well in this competition. Good luck :)