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DIY: “Eyes for You” Classroom Valentines

By Jenny, Hank and Hunt
When I was shopping the valentine selection on Minted, Henry was peeking over my shoulder. We have a thing for monsters and aliens here at casa H+H and pretty much anything NOT PINK for valentines. This cute card seemed like the perfect choice. I had the idea to add something extra to the card and a little white lollipop that looked like an eyeball was dubbed AWESOME by my favorite 6 year old…

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Note from the Editor

By Liz Stanley, Managing Editor

Last week a couple of the editors and I were able to attend the design blogging conference, Alt Summit in Salt Lake City where Minted was a sponsor. We got to hear insight from our favorite bloggers, and rub shoulders with some fantastic hot shots like Jessica Alba, Stefan Sagmeister, and Chris Anderson. During the sessions, Minted had gorgeous booth in the lounge area put together by Natasha who heads up PR and Olivia, our DIY editor here on Julep. It showcased some of the new Minted party products and allowed participants to create their own bunting banners. Minted also hosted a dinner for a few of the participants the night before the conference started. A fantastic week all around!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Love, Liz + The Julep Editors

(+ a few more pictures after the jump)

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Laying Low

Written by Victoria Smith

By Victoria Smith, SF Girl by Bay

Have you ever slept on a bed that’s just barely off the floor? When I was moving and my old bed frame had been sold (I had to downsize) I had my mattress just right there, smack dab on the hardwood floors. And you know what? It was super cozy! I don’t know what it is about laying low, but a mattress positioned so close to the floor gives me the best sleep ever. Maybe it’s like camping, or college, or something reminiscent to a fort, but whatever it is, it’s very comforting. I also tend to find it quite stylish. Do you think box springs have been a big scam all along by someone trying to convince we need something we actually don’t? Wouldn’t be the first time, would it? Here’s a few low lying looks I love – beds very near to the floor and those doing just fine sans box springs.
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Emerald: Pantone’s Color of the Year

Written by Annie Clark

By Celisse Muller, Customer Care Lead at Minted

Hi Beautiful Brides to Be!

My name is Celisse and I am on the Customer Care Team here at Minted. My passion for and dedication to people is comparable to my boundless passion for style, adventure and curation. I am constantly on the hunt for striking images and inspiration and can’t wait to share them with you.

I was delighted to hear that Pantone had named one of my all-time favorite colors, Emerald, the color of 2013. It goes without saying that this rich hue is destined to work its way onto your color palette and into your magical wedding day. Below you will find just a few carefully curated images inspired by Pantone’s color of the year, Emerald, that bring to life a fantastic tale of love and adventure in marriage.

Fondly,

Celisse

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DIY Floral Wreath

Written by Rachael Smith

By Rachel Smith, Penelope & Pip


I often find as January rolls to an end that I miss the beautiful floral wreaths adorning the doors all over my neighborhood during the festive season.

I thought it would be fun to make a wreath I could hang all year through so that visitors to our house are greeted with something bright and cheerful no matter what season it is.

With Valentine’s Day coming up, you could even add some pretty felt hearts too.

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Just Can’t Wait Save the Date Special Prize Winners

Written by Artist Relations

By Jen Casebeer, Community Editor

In our Just Can’t Wait Save the Date Challenge, we asked our talented design community to reinvent the traditional save the date; to dream up designs for all customers and all styles from classical to whimsical and minimalist to vintage. We got just that! The Minted Community submitted a huge breadth of stunning work, with designs sure to please just about every couple out there. Now, without further ado, we’re thrilled to announce the special prize winners below. Congratulations, winners!

Big Picture Award for the best full bleed photo design

“Boutique” by Laura Condouris

We love a full-bleed photo design with plenty of personality! Laura’s “Boutique” is the perfect marriage between photo and design. Her casual, yet very pretty lettering glides effortlessly across this design, filling the space without detracting from the customer photo behind it.

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DIY Fringe 3-D Heart

By Jenny, Hank and Hunt


Fringe is fun all year round. Make these fringed hearts by simply covering paper mache hearts and you’ll have something almost as frill-ing as true love. Ok, maybe not, but it’s pretty darn cute.

Here’s how to make it…

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