Kimberly FitzSimons

Kimberly FitzSimons. Based in Chicago, IL.

  • 24 awards won
  • 371 comments made
  • 8901 votes cast

Awards

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  • editor pick 21

About Kimberly FitzSimons

Hi! I'm Kimberly, a designer living in Chicago. I own a small online shop called Daily Sip Studios that specializes in letterpress products and custom stationery. I recently welcomed a baby girl in 2011, which allowed me to leave the corporate world and stay at home with my little one and focus on my passions: design and letterpress printing! My participation in the Minted community has allowed me to grow as a designer and I love the friendships I've made here.

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Susan on Apr 29 2012
Susan
  • Minted May 18, 2011
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Just checking in to say hello and congrats on your continued winning streak. I visited your blog a while back and am so impressed with all you're doing and that fab baby picture with her pink feet sticking out of the crib...so precious.

That Girl Studio on Mar 19 2012
That Girl Studio
  • Minted Dec 23, 2011
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Hi Kimberly. So very sorry I missed your Open House. My toddler was not feeling tip-top that night. Do let me know when you gals will be opening up the studios for another show n tell. I very much would love to check out what you all do. thatgirlstudio@gmail.com. Best -

The Occasional Hello on Mar 01 2012
The Occasional Hello
  • Minted Sep 16, 2010
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Kimberly, thank you so much for the kind words! It really means so much as I am a big fan of your work! And love your business name (I'm also a wine-o :)

k notes LLC on Feb 02 2012
k notes LLC
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011
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Comgrats on your latest picks, Kimberly - I LOVE Forever!

Susan on Jan 28 2012
Susan
  • Minted May 18, 2011
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Hi Kimberly, Never thought of a bun to make the profile better but it was a great suggestion. You've been so kind and helpful to me since I started competing. Thanks so much.

Jordan Hart on Jan 28 2012
Jordan Hart
  • Minted Jan 16, 2012
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Kimberly- thanks for your ideas to help my pool shark design out! I really like the difference it made. If you have any more suggestions let me know. Thanks again!

Essie Kate on Jan 27 2012
Essie Kate
  • Minted Jan 18, 2012
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Thanks for the help Kimberly, I used your suggestion, let me know what you think- I love your style! :)

Christiana Hudson on Jan 25 2012
Christiana Hudson
  • Minted Apr 15, 2011
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Thanks for your helpful comments on tweaking - it's always nice to have that other set of eyes!

jules on Jan 12 2012
jules
  • Minted Nov 1, 2011
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thanks for your very helpful comment on my moving announcement. your designs (and letterpress work) are beautiful!

guess what? on Jan 06 2012
guess what?
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Hi Kimberly! Just wanted to thank you for your gorgeous letterpress holiday card!! What a lovely family picture! Hope you had a wonderful holiday season, and I hope your new year will be filled with much joy + success! Cheers! :)

k notes LLC on Dec 29 2011
k notes LLC
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Awww, thanks for your nice comment, Kimberly!

k notes LLC on Dec 29 2011
k notes LLC
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Hi, Kimberly - Just wanted to say I LOVED your letterpress Christmas card - Rudolph's nose was the best! And your envelopes were wonderful, too - love letterpress.

emily elizabeth stationery on Dec 29 2011
emily elizabeth stationery
  • Minted Aug 12, 2010
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thanks for your comment on my "Hillside" save the date. I ended up darkening the sky so that the white church pops more. Happy New Year! - E

Susan Asbill on Dec 21 2011
Susan Asbill
  • Minted Jun 6, 2011
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Dropping in to say thank you for the awesome Christmas card. I love your letterpress work and you have a beautiful family too – happy holidays!

Sandy Pons on Dec 21 2011
Sandy Pons
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Hi Kimberly. Your Christmas card is so sweet. What a beautiful design and beautiful family. Enjoy the days ahead :)

nocciola design on Dec 07 2011
nocciola design
  • Minted Jan 9, 2010
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Hi Kimberly, thanks for your kind note! I'm glad you appreciated all the little details - I thought if anyone would, it would be Minties! Your work is lovely - can't wait to see what you do next!

Wondercloud Design on Nov 08 2011
Wondercloud Design
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Thank you for your kind comment on my Tuscan Hills wedding invitation, Kimberly. You made my day! Love your work and look forward to seeing more of it!

Susan on Oct 10 2011
Susan
  • Minted May 18, 2011
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Hi Kimberly, I just wanted to tell you that you were the first person to give me feedback on any design submitted to minted and I've not forgotten how good it made me feel. Now that I've seen your work I am especially thankful--you do lovely work. Thanks again. Sue

Jennifer Wick on Oct 06 2011
Jennifer Wick
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You're hilarious rockstar comment made my week! You are soo kind, and I really appreciate that coming from someone as talented as yourself!! Oh I so wish I had that kind of confidence. So thank you for boosting it!! You have something I'll never have, and that's a letterpress, and I'll always covet that!!! : )

Jen Wawrzyniak on Sep 19 2011
Jen Wawrzyniak
  • Minted Jun 26, 2010
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Hi Kimberly. Thank you so much for your kind words! You have some pretty amazing designs here! ~Jen

aticnomar on Sep 06 2011
aticnomar
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Hi Kimberly! I'm lucky to have a great comment coming from, thank you very much. I appreciated it.

Kimberly Nicole on Sep 06 2011
Kimberly Nicole
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Hi Kimberly, Thank you for your comment! You have some really nice designs on here.... love your "Badge" design from this challenge

Jennifer Wick on Sep 05 2011
Jennifer Wick
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Kim, thanks so much, I really appreciate your compliment! I love anything kid related, so I went a little crazy with this one. I just saw your website, and your birth announcements for your baby are gorgeous! Your letterpress work is wonderful - I'm very impressed. Keep up the great work!

Palm Papers on Aug 03 2011
Palm Papers
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Mrs. Daily Sip! Congrats on your birth announcement wins - they were wonderful! Can't wait to see you on Saturday!

Believe Notes on Jun 12 2011
Believe Notes
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Hi Kimberly! I wanted to pop in and say that not only are your designs awesome, but I just discovered your website/blog and am absolutely floored by how down to earth and inspirational you are! A while ago I started a post in the Forum regarding blogs, and I wanted to let you know that although you didn't add your website yourself, I just added it so other Minties could benefit all of your great advice! http://www.minted.com/forum/comments.php?DiscussionID=477&page=1#Comment_6699

Melanie Severin on Jun 11 2011
Melanie Severin
  • Minted May 19, 2011
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Just wanted to say that I love your work - so pretty yet modern ... Your submissions for the baby announcement challenge are beautiful :)

Jill Means on May 31 2011
Jill Means
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Kimberly: your designs for the holiday challenge are amazing. So beautiful.

karen boehm custom on May 31 2011
karen boehm custom
  • Minted Dec 9, 2010
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Thanks so much for your nice comments--much appreciated!

tinyfarm on May 30 2011
tinyfarm
  • Minted May 16, 2011
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Thanks for your feedback Kimberly!

Christiana Hudson on May 25 2011
Christiana Hudson
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Thanks for the feedback - I did scale back the background a bit...

Whisker Graphics on May 25 2011
Whisker Graphics
  • Minted Mar 5, 2009
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Thanks for your VERY helpful comment on my Candle Wreath submission. I really appreciate it!

Marcia Copeland on May 25 2011
Marcia Copeland
  • Minted Feb 8, 2011
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Thanks for the kind words Kimberly! Your designs are great! I especially love your Garden Whimsy and Joyful Surroundings!!

Ms. P on Feb 23 2011
Ms. P
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Thanks for your compliment and leaving a comment! I wanted to add some baby related doodles but I just hit a creative wall!