By Lauren of A Fabulous Fete
There are so many different directions you can take these days when choosing the jewels for your wedding. And of course, your dress is a huge factor when making that decision. I do love a bride that takes a chance and goes with a modern statement necklace though. Here are a just a few styles that will work with a large selection of dress necklines.
MORE AFTER THE JUMP... 3 COMMENTSBy Jenny Batt, of Hank + Hunt
Nothing says Fourth of July like red, white and blue. Why not celebrate Independence Day with some red, white and blue cupcakes as the star of your summer picnic? I recently found some cupcake dividers at my local cake supply shop, but you could make some from card stock and create your own striped cupcakes. To make it easy to fill, put each color in its own icing bag, so you can target your color exactly where you want. Why have ho-hum cupcakes when you can easily add some patriotic fun to your BBQ!
MORE AFTER THE JUMP... No commentsBy Kelli Hall, a Minted Community Designer
Special paper details on the breakfast table are the perfect way to surprise your guy for Father’s Day. I’ve created two printables inspired by my husband’s two favorite indulgences: A stack of Krispy Kreme doughnuts and his morning paper with coffee. Check out these downloads for a simple way to embellish your breakfast tray and let dad know how much he’s loved.
By Kelli Hall, a Minted Community Designer
I don’t have much of a green thumb and am guilty of letting our tiny backyard grow wild—But I love using our overgrown bushes, flowering plants and clipped herbs for a bright spot of color at my desk. Here’s how I create a simple arrangement in under five minutes.
By Victoria Hudgins of A Subtle Revelry
Nothing says wedding quite like a row of glowing candles, but it can sometimes be hard to find affordable candles that coordinate with wedding decor. Instead buy white tapers in bulk and spend an afternoon painting them yourself. The result is a very artistic display in the perfect color combo for your special day.
MORE AFTER THE JUMP... 1 COMMENTBy Victoria Smith of sfgirlbybay.
Isn’t it great how some of our favorite memories and get togethers end up being simple dinners with friends and family in our own homes? With family vacations and visits in full swing this summer, I thought we should touch on one of the best conversation starters for any event — dining room art. A dining room should be both inviting yet chic, and as with any space, it’s always nice to have something lovely to look at whether the art be bright, floral or sentimental family photos. Minted has loads of art print options, and I thought I’d share some inspiration to get your curator wheels turning.
Darcy Miller’s home in architectural digest.
MORE AFTER THE JUMP... 1 COMMENTBy Celisse, Customer Care at Minted
Planning a sunny Summer Wedding in San Francisco can prove to be a challenge with our beloved fog but why wait until next year to celebrate? A Winter Wedding is full of mystery and intrigue. Why not let beautiful snow capped peaks, foggy gardens and wild patterns bring warmth and inspiration to your big day.
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Script by Flourish and Whim
If an invitation is the first thing a guest will see, then an outer envelope, beautifully penned, is the very first signifier of what’s to come. There’s nothing more exciting than a glimpse of an artfully inked envelope shuffled between the bills. Calligraphy need not be stuffy, and a style can be found to match each event’s vibe. I’ve compiled calligraphy styles from amazing artists, along with info about what inspires their work (Each calligrapher is available for hire too). I’ve avoided all formal classifications and organized them by how the script works with an event. Check out all five styles…And if you’re up for trying your own hand at it, check out Joelle’s post from last week.
MORE AFTER THE JUMP... 1 COMMENTBy Natasha, Julep Editor
We had such a great time at the National Stationery Show! It really is our favorite time of the year… we get to see many of our designers in person, walk through football fields of paper, party in the Big Apple, and talk about the merits of one font over another for hours on end with others who care about design as much as we do. Read on to check out our booth, our party and Oh So Beautiful Paper’s Paper Party.
Keep reading for lots more pictures!
MORE AFTER THE JUMP... No commentsBy Liz Stanley, Managing Editor
Fathers Day is just a week away so we’re brainstorming ways to honor the great dad in our life. Here is a roundup of a few favorite card and homemade gifts for dad.
1. Cookie pendant flags for dad
2. Modern Fish Fathers Day card
3. Shrinky dink Fathers Day pin
4. The classic kid-made personalized necktie
5. Superhero kit for dad
6. Father of the Year card
7. No. 1 Fathers Day card
8. Tie cookie on a stick for dad
9. Fathers day tie wreath
Have a wonderful weekend!
Love, Liz + The Julep Editors
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