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Design Lotus

based in Boise, ID, US.

  • 332 awards won
  • 4424 comments made
  • 57103 votes cast

Awards

  • winner 21
  • 1st place winner 1
  • runner up 1
  • editor pick 309

About Design Lotus

Design Lotus aims to create passionate products for people who don’t take themselves too seriously, but want inspired and beautiful design around them. The Design Lotus brand provides simple, approachable, and happy designs. A neutral sensibility towards design is key in our approach — this seamlessly flows with any design personality and style.

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Gwen Bedat on May 09 2023
Gwen Bedat
  • Minted Sep 1, 2014

Thank you SO much for that so very kind comment you left me. You have no idea how much it means. This has been my hardest "Holiday designing" season yet, for so many reasons, and I honestly have no perspective on what I entered, or if I did any good. Thank you so much for lifting me up today. You are the best!

Kim Dietrich Elam on Mar 02 2023
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Congratulations on 300, Amy!!

Susan Brown on Mar 02 2023
Susan Brown
  • Minted May 18, 2011

What 300 wins! Way to go girl. And BTW Mariam said to say hello to you from SF. xo

lulablu on May 11 2020
lulablu
  • Minted Jun 12, 2013

hi amy and tina- thank you so much for the like on "circles" it means a lot to us- we love your work- all our best to you both! cheers- julie & jen

Melissa Agular on May 08 2020
Melissa Agular
  • Minted Mar 22, 2019

Thank you very much, Amy & Tina for your like on my holiday design “Strokes of Joy”. It means so much, especially coming from you both —having such an incredible aesthetic! :)

Three Kisses Studio on Mar 01 2019
Three Kisses Studio
  • Minted Nov 4, 2008

Thank you!! I was teasing them saying I only got it because I was complaining on FB about being on the leaderboard w/o being picked. :) They said it was in the original selection but the request didn’t get sent. :)

Rebecca Rueth on Feb 20 2019
Rebecca Rueth
  • Minted Jun 19, 2016

Hi Amy & Tina, Thank you so much for providing feedback on my polls, I really appreciate you taking the time! You have so many Gorgeous entries! Best wishes on all of lovely entries in the challenge! - Rebecca

Francois on Feb 20 2019
Francois
  • Minted May 17, 2017

Hi Ladies! Thank you so much for your like on my Modern Tartan design. I love how you used the new foil colors. Team dark backgrounds!!!

Kim Dietrich Elam on Feb 12 2019
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Thanks so much for your helpful comment, Amy! I took both your and Chris' advice and think the design is much improved. :)

amanda lawrence on Feb 08 2019
amanda lawrence
  • Minted Jan 13, 2013

Hi Amy & Tina - very best wishes and many thanks for liking my "midnight" submissions - it's truly appreciated - your designs are lovely btw! - Amanda

Bethan on Jan 23 2019
Bethan
  • Minted May 13, 2014

Thanks so much for the feedback - It's definitely helped give it a more elegant feel! Look forward to seeing all your beautiful designs!

Chris Griffith on Jan 19 2019
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Great idea on the caps for Rural Romance. I will try it. Thanks so much!

Julie Hebert on Jan 18 2019
Julie Hebert
  • Minted Dec 15, 2014

Thanks for the feedback on my "Modern Anemone". I am leaning towards B also for mass appeal. I think I'll submit the "Ginkgo" version with the block on the bottom. That one feels more modern now than the Anemone. Thanks again!

Jen Owens on Jan 07 2019
Jen Owens
  • Minted Sep 18, 2010

Hiii!!! thank you for your helpful feedback, i really appreciated it :)

Alex Roda on Aug 26 2018
Alex Roda
  • Minted May 8, 2018

Hi Amy and Tina! Thanks for your like on "Happy Geo"! What a lot of great entries you have, love your style!

Jan Shepherd on Aug 22 2018
Jan Shepherd
  • Minted Jul 5, 2014

Hi Amy and Tina, thanks for your helpful feedback - much appreciated! Good luck with yours :)

Amy Hall on Aug 21 2018
Amy Hall
  • Minted Nov 5, 2012

Hi Amy! Thank you so much for the like on "Garden Buds". I appreciate it. It was so nice to meet you at camp minted! I am a HUGE fan of yours:-)

Paper Sun Studio on Aug 15 2018
Paper Sun Studio
  • Minted Mar 8, 2016

Hi Girls, Thanks a big bunch for the like on "diamond cut". Your work is so beautifully done — Good luck in any of the challenges!

Creo Study on Aug 08 2018
Creo Study
  • Minted Jul 13, 2015

Hey Amy, many many congrats on your special minted award!! wish i was there in person to meet you. It always makes my day to get a like from you xx

Tatiana Nogueiras on Jun 03 2018
Tatiana Nogueiras
  • Minted Jun 15, 2015

Hi Amy / Tina, thank you so much for you feedback on my design olive peace. I made the recommended changes, I think it really improved! ...what do you think?

Chris Griffith on Jun 01 2018
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Amy thank you for the nice comment. Have a great weekend!

Kate Ross on Jun 01 2018
Kate Ross
  • Minted May 6, 2013

Thank you! I must know your thoughts- why swap the photo? I love that photo so much but I highly respect your feedback. Do tell!!

Morgan Kendall on May 28 2018
Morgan Kendall
  • Minted Aug 10, 2015

Thank you so much for your suggestion on my "grace" design! You always have such great feedback and I so appreciate it.

Julia Contacessi on May 27 2018
Julia Contacessi
  • Minted Nov 21, 2012

Thanks Amy! I was so happy to chat at breakfast too. Your work is beautiful!!

Kim Dietrich Elam on May 25 2018
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Thanks for the feedback, Amy. Is this what you meant, Amy? or were you referring to the name? Thanks! https://www.minted.com/design-rating/1018252?filter=all&sort=random

Loren on May 15 2018
Loren
  • Minted Jan 12, 2018

Thank you so much for your feedback. It is truly appreciated.

Chris Griffith on May 15 2018
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Thanks Amy for the feedback on Eucalyptus Tale. I applied your change ideas. Take a look if you get a chance. https://www.minted.com/design-rating/1016904

Akweley Creative on May 15 2018
Akweley Creative
  • Minted Jul 27, 2017

Thanks so much for the color logo feedback; great branding insight!

Kelsey Mucci on May 15 2018
Kelsey Mucci
  • Minted Feb 22, 2017

Thank you for catching my typo!!! Sometimes I look at a design for so long I don't notice the obvious!! Good luck with all of your stunning submissions.

Lindsay Megahed on Apr 19 2018
Lindsay Megahed
  • Minted Dec 26, 2010

actually I updated with a font I already have - do you think this fits better? Thank you :) https://www.minted.com/design-rating/989394

Lindsay Megahed on Apr 19 2018
Lindsay Megahed
  • Minted Dec 26, 2010

Thanks so much for the feedback on the font! Fonts are definitely my weakness. I was trying to go for a modern and minimalist font. If you have another minute to spare could you advise me if you think purchasing one of these would work? https://creativemarket.com/jlownby/2029031-Chloe-A-Classic-Typeface?utm_source=cm-popular-products-email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pp-ti-04-19-18 or https://creativemarket.com/craftsupplyco/2395902-Espoir-Font-Family Thank you!

Three Kisses Studio on Apr 19 2018
Three Kisses Studio
  • Minted Nov 4, 2008

Hi Amy! Well...I was trying to capture the whole unicorn trend that’s been going on this year...the words you tend to see with them are “magical” and “believe.” So the idea is the reindeer either wants to be a unicorn or “believes” in the magic of Christmas by hoping to be a unicorn. I had lots of silly phrases about Rudolph wishing to be a unicorn etc but there is not enough space.

Deborah Chou on Apr 19 2018
Deborah Chou
  • Minted Dec 23, 2015

https://www.minted.com/design-rating/988384 Hi Amy and Tina, thank you so much for the feedback! I am confused. If I change the right column of text and date to a classic serif, would that match the serif monogram too much? I thought mixing the font styles was the way to go? Thank you for the advice!

Nazia Hyder on Apr 16 2018
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thankyou as always! xoxo

curiouszhi on Apr 11 2018
curiouszhi
  • Minted Dec 17, 2013

Hi Amy! Thanks for your feedback on my Peace Bouquet design. I was just about to put a poll on the photo choices when I read your message so you read my mind! Would certainly like to know which photo you like best in the poll now. RE: the text, I am still testing out different type, anything less chunky seems to disappear into the design so I'm in a bit of a dilemma!

Jackie Crawford on Apr 11 2018
Jackie Crawford
  • Minted Nov 10, 2011

Amy, can I just say how much I am loving your feedback on my Married Crest design?? Thanks for being so honest-- I liked the original version better too, haha. You are amazing!!

Kanika Mathur on Apr 10 2018
Kanika Mathur
  • Minted Jan 15, 2014

Love your prompt feedback always, Amy! I was thinking the same that I need to go with a simple font with my 'very berry' design. Added a border as well. Could you have a look please https://www.minted.com/design-rating/981952

Hannah Williams on Apr 10 2018
Hannah Williams
  • Minted Apr 15, 2015

Thank you for your feedback on my Festive Floral Frame design. I followed your suggestions and it is definitely an improvement! :)

Zhay Smith on Apr 07 2018
Zhay Smith
  • Minted Dec 12, 2015

Thanks, Amy & Tina, for your feedback on "Hope Minimal"! It is truly appreciated. There is no border on the photo(I dunno why it shows like that?? I uploaded it twice to try to get rid of it and the blurriness) Can't wait to try your suggestions:) Hope you're having a great weekend! All the Best in the challenges:)

Laura Condouris on Apr 07 2018
Laura Condouris
  • Minted Sep 20, 2009

Hi, Amy (and Tina)! Thank you so much for your constructive comment about "Picture Book"- I agree. I wanted to reach out to personally thank you because I'm always so moved when seasoned designers like you take the time to give feedback. Thanks again!

Three Kisses Studio on Apr 07 2018
Three Kisses Studio
  • Minted Nov 4, 2008

Hi Amy! Thanks for the feedback on Joy Stripe. Actually, I had different colors originally (more modern like you mentioned) with this photo but then got from my husband "well those aren't really Christmas-y colors." :-P So I changed them. I should have gone with my gut! Will work on it today. :) Good luck...can't believe it's "Christmas" again!!

Chris Griffith on Apr 06 2018
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Amy, I did what you recommended and I like it! What do you think if you get a chance to look? https://www.minted.com/design-rating/979176

Chris Griffith on Apr 06 2018
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Amy thanks for the comments on My Holiday Crest design. Are you suggesting lighter for the navy color? I did do it that way too. Maybe I should do a poll. :)

frau brandt on Apr 05 2018
frau brandt
  • Minted Sep 19, 2015

Thanks for the like on "Pine greetings". Wow, you already have some great entries. I just started, but hope to do a few.

Nazia Hyder on Apr 05 2018
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

https://www.minted.com/design-rating/978114 Hi Amy,doing a color poll. Truly appreciate your feedback,thankyou!

Nazia Hyder on Apr 04 2018
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

https://www.minted.com/design-rating/977806 Hi Amy, please let me know what you think of this. Thankyou! :)

Nazia Hyder on Apr 03 2018
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Always,always appreciate your feedback! P.S: Totally loved your Julep post of the 10th anniversary. I can relate to you and the fellow Mintie in so many ways. xoxo

Bethany McDonald on Apr 02 2018
Bethany McDonald
  • Minted May 22, 2017

Thanks for your feedback on my "Simple Wreath" design. I'm going to try to lighten the green a little. I really appreciate your help. Love your work!

Roxy Cervantes on Mar 30 2018
Roxy Cervantes
  • Minted Oct 28, 2010

Thanks for catching that! :)

Erin L. Wilson on Mar 30 2018
Erin L. Wilson
  • Minted Mar 27, 2014

Wow, Amy. Thank you for those kind words! That is a huge compliment coming from you. I sure hope minted agrees when they announce the assortments haha!! Thanks again. Have a lovely Easter!

Pixel and Hank on Mar 30 2018
Pixel and Hank
  • Minted Dec 10, 2010

Thanks so much for the detailed feedback! It was exactly what i needed to hear. Cheers!

Mariecor Agravante on Mar 02 2018
Mariecor Agravante
  • Minted Jun 7, 2015

Thank you, Design Lotus :) I highly appreciate your both getting back to me :) I hope sometime in the future to collaborate with you here on Minted :) Sincerely, Mariecor :)

Mariecor Agravante on Mar 02 2018
Mariecor Agravante
  • Minted Jun 7, 2015

Hello, Design Lotus :) I would love to collaborate with both of you for the GC Challenge, if your schedule(s) permit. I have a couple of new, original copy (not on the list), that I would love to have you both design for, if you are so inclined. Please let me know if you have a few spare moments so that I may send them to you by email or Facebook message (I'm "Marie Ag" there). Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Mariecor Agravante :)

Oma N. Ramkhelawan on Oct 27 2017
Oma N. Ramkhelawan
  • Minted Mar 26, 2011

Hi, thanks for the advice on my design Rustic Affair . . . just one thing, as I am clueless when it comes to getting colors and tones just right, can you attach a color swatch/example of the neutral color you suggested? I'm not loving the options that I did and would really appreciate it.

Melinda Denison on Oct 26 2017
Melinda Denison
  • Minted Nov 30, 2014

Thank you for your helpful feedback on my design!

Robert and Stella on Oct 26 2017
Robert and Stella
  • Minted Jan 22, 2017

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback on my design! I really appreciate it. And I went with the darker background :)

Cass Loh on Oct 25 2017
Cass Loh
  • Minted Apr 8, 2014

Hi Amy, thank you so much for your helpful comments, i made the changes and my designs look better now! Really appreciate it and can't wait to see your beautiful entries :)

Pixel and Hank on Oct 25 2017
Pixel and Hank
  • Minted Dec 10, 2010

Thank you for the suggestion on my design "dreamy doodles". I've made a font change :)

Paula Pecevich on Oct 23 2017
Paula Pecevich
  • Minted Sep 13, 2016

Thanks so much for your feedback on Laurel Monogram! It's funny you say that because I sat at my computer staring at it for the longest time before posting it thinking something felt off. You just confirmed this for me! Thank you! It means a lot getting constructive feedback from you! ~ Paula

Maria Hilas-Louie on Oct 20 2017
Maria Hilas-Louie
  • Minted May 18, 2012

Thanks for your suggestion on my Geometric Hexagon design, Amy. The thinner stroke is definitely an improvement.

Rega on Oct 10 2017
Rega
  • Minted May 8, 2016

Hi Amy and Tina,Thank you so much for the feedback :) So appreciate the input comes from telented designers like you :))) Your work is so fantastic !

Carolyn Nicks on May 16 2017
Carolyn Nicks
  • Minted Nov 18, 2014

Hi Amy! Thanks for much for your kind words on my design - xo!

lena barakat on May 16 2017
lena barakat
  • Minted Jun 29, 2010

Thank you for your sweet comment on my design, 'so mod.' I had second guessed that submission, bc it's different than my style. Appreciate your message! x

Pine Street Creative on Apr 26 2017
Pine Street Creative
  • Minted Nov 24, 2012

Thanks for the feedback, Amy! I worked up a white and off-white option for my Deck the Halls design. Would love to see what you think! Thanks for the suggestion!

Creo Study on Mar 25 2017
Creo Study
  • Minted Jul 13, 2015

Thank you so much for the like on 'aquatic glimmer' design for pre wedding announcement challenge. means a lot to me coming from you guys! Much appreciated.

Jackie Crawford on Dec 31 2016
Jackie Crawford
  • Minted Nov 10, 2011

Hi Amy, thank you so much for the Christmas card. And thank you for donating your proceeds to Living Well-- clean water is such a necessity that is often taken for granted (I worked in Sierra Leone, just next door). Hope you have a wonderful New Year :)

Susan Moyal on Nov 05 2016
Susan Moyal
  • Minted Jan 18, 2014

Hi Amy I just wanted to let you know I made the color change you suggested and it looks way better!! So thank you so much:)

Susan Moyal on Nov 04 2016
Susan Moyal
  • Minted Jan 18, 2014

Hi Amy thank you so much for your suggestion!! Now I totally see it …the pink is too pink!! Ok Im going to work on these changes this weekend thank you once again for your amazing eye!

Kimberly Morgan on Nov 01 2016
Kimberly Morgan
  • Minted Aug 2, 2009

Thanks for the helpful feedback on Sand and Sun, Amy! I've removed the rays and have a new poll going, if you have a minute. http://www.minted.com/design-rating/694457

Chris Griffith on May 05 2016
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

And here I thought that you were doing fabulous things in PS. :)

Tina Frostholm on May 05 2016
Tina Frostholm
  • Minted Jan 3, 2013

Thanks for your comment on my "geo noel" design. I agree that it's a bit matchy matchy, but I had actually been working on that "noel" in those exact colors long before this challenge started. Then when the photos came out, I got so excited that the one in the design was part of the choices :) Is it too much? Any suggestions for shifting the color a bit?

Salina Mack on May 04 2016
Salina Mack
  • Minted Oct 13, 2014

Hello Amy, Thank you for the LIKE on my "Snippets of Joy" entry. You've truly made my day:)

Laura Bolter on Apr 27 2016
Laura Bolter
  • Minted Oct 11, 2011

HAHA! I've totally been staying away from foil!! :-D

Nazia Hyder on Apr 26 2016
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thank you once again! You're a rockstar!

Nazia Hyder on Apr 25 2016
Nazia Hyder
  • Minted May 8, 2012

Thank you so much Amy for your helpful comments on my Harlequin Holiday design,it really does feel better... Could you please have a look at the design when you have time... Thanks! :) http://www.minted.com/design-rating/593148

Maria Hilas-Louie on Apr 25 2016
Maria Hilas-Louie
  • Minted May 18, 2012

Thanks for suggestion to replace the photo in my "watercolored holiday magic" card, Amy. I've swapped it! http://www.minted.com/design-rating/592716

Roopali on Apr 25 2016
Roopali
  • Minted Jun 7, 2014

Thanks for the feedback Amy. I forgot to upload the other options to the poll earlier. Could you please take another look when you have the time and advice. Here's the link http://www.minted.com/design-rating/592526. Thanks again.

Pixel and Hank on Apr 19 2016
Pixel and Hank
  • Minted Dec 10, 2010

Thanks so much for you feedback regarding adding foil! I added a new poll with foil options :)

Kerry Doyle on Apr 15 2016
Kerry Doyle
  • Minted Jun 28, 2008

Thanks for your feedback, Amy! That's just what it needed :)

Lisa Assenmacher on Apr 14 2016
Lisa Assenmacher
  • Minted May 12, 2015

Hi Amy. Thanks for your feedback on my Merrier Season. I tried your suggestion to mix the top fonts up with the Merrier in script and the rest in san serif, but it just didn't jive. Thanks again and have a great night! :-)

Susan Moyal on Apr 11 2016
Susan Moyal
  • Minted Jan 18, 2014

Hi Amy thank you very much for the like.. always makes me feel great when I get a like from you:)

Chryssi Tsoupanarias on Apr 09 2016
Chryssi Tsoupanarias
  • Minted Aug 30, 2012

Hi Amy! Thanks so much for your photo suggestion on my "Oh What Fun" design! I created a poll with a few photo options, if you could let me know what you think when you have a chance. Thanks! :)

Neeta Sawhney on Apr 08 2016
Neeta Sawhney
  • Minted Dec 4, 2011

thanks so much Amy will work on the type for joy to behold

Ana Sharpe on Apr 04 2016
Ana Sharpe
  • Minted Sep 26, 2013

Thank you Amy! :)

Ana Sharpe on Apr 04 2016
Ana Sharpe
  • Minted Sep 26, 2013

Hi Amy, thank you so much for your awesome feedback on my design "God's Rich Blessings"! I appreciate it very much- I'm such an admire of your work and style! I've made some updates on my design based in yours and others suggestions and would love to here what you think again if you have some time. Thanks again for all your help on this! :)

Beth Schneider on Apr 03 2016
Beth Schneider
  • Minted Sep 17, 2010

Funny that you mentioned the manger doesn't fit in my New Manger design, I was just thinking the same thing! Thanks!

Lisa Assenmacher on Mar 31 2016
Lisa Assenmacher
  • Minted May 12, 2015

Amy, thanks so much for the like on my Simply Blessed design. I love your His Gospel is piece entry. Good luck!

Debb W on Mar 29 2016
Debb W
  • Minted Jul 14, 2011

Hi Amy, if we use your family pix do you have a preference whether or not we use your real name in Challenges? We've changed it in production but I'm wondering how you feel?

Three Kisses Studio on Mar 28 2016
Three Kisses Studio
  • Minted Nov 4, 2008

Fun to see your lovely family photos in my holiday photo assortment! :)

Chris Griffith on Mar 27 2016
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Hi Amy, made some changes, now I have been on this one too long and can't see it in any perspective any more. :) If you have a chance take a look and let me know your thoughts. Thanks so much for all the help on this. http://www.minted.com/design-rating/568815

Chris Griffith on Mar 27 2016
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Hi Amy, made some changes, now I have on this one too long and can't see it any perspective any more. :) If you have a chance take a look and let me know your thoughts. Thanks so much for all the help on this. http://www.minted.com/design-rating/568815

Chris Griffith on Mar 27 2016
Chris Griffith
  • Minted Aug 27, 2011

Amy thanks for the feedback. I am going to try the foil and beefier border. Love your oh, oh oh. :)

Kim Dietrich Elam on Mar 26 2016
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Thanks for your feedback, Amy - I appreciate it! When you have a moment, would you mind giving your opinion on this version? Thanks!! http://www.minted.com/design-rating/568635

Nicolette Myslinski on Mar 25 2016
Nicolette Myslinski
  • Minted Feb 3, 2014

Thank you so much for your like Amy!

Laura Bolter on Mar 24 2016
Laura Bolter
  • Minted Oct 11, 2011

Amy, thank you SO much for your very generous comment! Made my day! :-)

Kim Dietrich Elam on Mar 23 2016
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

and THANK YOU!!!

Kim Dietrich Elam on Mar 23 2016
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Is this better, Amy? http://www.minted.com/design-rating/567668 I had actually started this big, but went smaller so it fit a portrait orientation too.

Kim Dietrich Elam on Mar 23 2016
Kim Dietrich Elam
  • Minted Feb 10, 2011

Thanks for your helpful feedback, Amy! I do like the slab serif for the name. :)

Erin Hodges on Jan 20 2016
Erin Hodges
  • Minted Jun 9, 2010

I am in love with your recent wedding picks. Such thoughtful and gorgeous designs! Excited to see the full suites...

Susan Moyal on Nov 16 2015
Susan Moyal
  • Minted Jan 18, 2014

Hi Amy I just love the 2 birds!! Thank you so much:) I agree with the casual wording, its taken on a more formal look now. I tried removing the pine trees but it looks really plain…but then again I'm so bad with over doing!! I will work on it today. Thank you very much for taking the time to help me!!