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Invitations & Stationery
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DIY map envelopes
We were pretty intrigued when we came across this DIY map envelope on Dog N' Bird, so we did some research and found MapEnvelope.com. ... read more
February 15, 2010 2:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Give good cards
The folks over at Hello Lucky gave me a bunch of their super kitschy Valentine's Day cards a few weeks ago, so after I picked the one I am going to give I told everyone else in the office to take one if they wanted. ... read more
February 12, 2010 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Saying thank you
Once the wedding's over, there's still one important task that needs to be done: Writing your thank-you notes.... read more
February 9, 2010 12:00 PM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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A happy Valentine
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Not into cheesy Valentine's Day traditions, but still want to show your fiance some love on February 14th? I'm digging the assortment of pretty and "straight to the point" cards from A Punkin Card Company.
February 3, 2010 12:00 PM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Bold wedding invitations
Atlanta-based Husband-and-wife design team Kemba Celebrations draw inspiration from textiles and other decor elements from around the globe.... read more
January 27, 2010 12:00 PM
category: Atlanta Invitations & Stationery
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Chicago skyline
Okay, so the holidays are over. But I just came across this Christmas card from Chicago-based Etsy shop Spring Olive and couldn't help blogging about them.... read more
January 26, 2010 12:00 PM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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Reserved for...
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Gone are the days of printer-paper signs and sweaters draped over chairs. These stylish signs from Etsy artisan, Yin Vivo, reserve seats for family members and special guests in an sweet way.
January 25, 2010 6:00 PM
category: Ceremonies & Receptions Invitations & Stationery NY, NJ and CT
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New invitation designs from Hello! Lucky
If you are looking for modern invitations with an artistic, vintage feel look no further than Hello! Lucky.... read more
January 19, 2010 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Clever idea
I spotted this unique idea on the Gourmet Invitations blog. Designer Tifany Wunschl created these "Do Not Disturb" signs... read more
January 16, 2010 12:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Michigan
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January 15, 2010 6:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Philadelphia
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Winter wedding inspiration
Your invitations are your guests' first peek at your wedding style. They indicate the formality of your event (formal dinner vs. backyard BBQ) as well as reveal what colors or motifs you have selected.... read more
January 8, 2010 6:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Michigan
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Fresh new look!
One of our favorite Houston stationers, A Punkin Card Company, recently unveiled their website's new design.... read more
January 7, 2010 12:00 PM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Affordable invites
Whether you just got engaged his holiday season or are finally ready to solidify your guest list and send out invites, check out these wallet-friendly wedding invitations prove that "budget" doesn't have to mean basic... read more
January 4, 2010 2:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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December 29, 2009 12:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Philadelphia
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Cool Invitations
Looking for fresh, modern wedding invitations? Check out the collection by Jinky Wink, helmed by graphic designers Tamara Myers and Ellen Westing.... read more
December 18, 2009 12:00 PM
category: Atlanta Invitations & Stationery
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Thank-you cards made simple
Post-honeymoon, thank you cards are among the first thing you should get started on as a married couple. New company Jacks Cards is making it super easy for you by offering a service that will send you pre-addressed and pre-stamped cards right to your door. ... read more
December 16, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Address your envelope
Calligrapher Laura Hooper creates super-fun maps, monograms and logos for weddings, so we were so glad to find out that she just launched a line of stamps on Zazzle.com. ... read more
December 14, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Pretty monogrammed cards
Austin Press is one of our favorite stationers for wedding invitations, so we were so excited to hear that the designer Kim Austin would be selling her garland monogram cards at Anthropoligie. ... read more
December 1, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Letterpress love
I love the modern letterpress invitations by visit Starshaped Press in Chicago.... read more
November 30, 2009 12:00 PM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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Cyber Monday shopping site: Rifle Paper Co.
I just stumbled across this new collection of lovely stationary, cards and more from star wedding invitation designer Rifle Paper Co.... read more
November 30, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Personalized address stamps
A recently-married friend of mine asked me to help find a stylish way to address her wedding thank-you cards.... read more
November 29, 2009 12:00 PM
category: California Invitations & Stationery
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Creative calligraphy
Until recently, I didn't realize how many different styles of hand calligraphy exist. Each calligrapher's hand can create something totally different. ... read more
November 25, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA
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A sweet shopping concept
Boca Raton is home to one of our favorite wedding shops—Papery & Cakery, a stationery and bakery hybrid boutique.... read more
November 23, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Florida Invitations & Stationery Wedding Cakes & Desserts
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Simple invites
One of our favorite stationers, Sarah Drake, is introducing a new line of lower-priced invitations called Simply.... read more
November 23, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Creative advice for crafty brides
Planning a DIY wedding? You'll love Paperie for Inspired Living by stationary wizard Karen Bartolomei.... read more
November 18, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Sweet stamps
Ordering your invitation envelopes unprinted can save you money. Use a custom stamp to place your return address on them. ... read more
November 13, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Colorful invitations from Dabney Lee
Need a little pick-me-up? Brighten your day by taking a look at this cheerful invitation from Dabney Lee Stationery.... read more
November 12, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Lovely favor tags
Often, it's the small details that make a wedding really come together. Looking for a way to make your celebration stand out from the crowd?... read more
November 9, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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A guest book alternative
I'm loving this colorful print of downtown Chicago by local design firm BINTH... read more
November 7, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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Saving the date
I've seen a lot of magnet save the dates in the past few years, so it's nice to see a new perspective on them. I'm into The M Press, based in Houston, for her pretty take. ... read more
November 1, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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How moving!
Moving announcements are a thoughtful way alert your loved ones to your new digs—definitely much more appreciated than a mass e-mail. ... read more
November 1, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Florida Invitations & Stationery
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Stationery to match your global affairs
There are some weddings for which a classic white invite just won't do. Say, if you're having a spectacular Indian celebration with a mendi ceremony, sitar music, and, say, an elephant. Or a Persian affair with esfand incense and a spread of symbolic foods. Or a Japanese wedding complete with a sake ceremony.... read more
October 23, 2009 9:30 AM
category: Brides Magazine Invitations & Stationery
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Dress up your favors
My stance of favors is that they should be both edible and beautifully presented. I love the work of Georgia-based Miss Pickles Press, who creates beautiful packaging and labels for favors (she also designs amazing invitation suites). ... read more
October 9, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Atlanta Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery Wedding Cakes & Desserts
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Philly letterpress love
Yesterday I was browsing the web sites of some of my favorite stationers for an upcoming stationery story (stay tuned), and came across the Etsy shop of Louella Press, based just outside Philadelphia. ... read more
October 3, 2009 12:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Philadelphia
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Think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and each day Brides.com will feature a product where a portion of the proceeds will be donated to a breast cancer charity.... read more
October 1, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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First Look: New designs from Rifle
If you often read wedding blogs, chances are you're familiar with custom design company Rifle. Owner Anna Bond's quirky, company one-of-a-kind invitations and wedding paper goods are a favorite with in-the-know brides and bridal bloggers everywhere.... read more
September 28, 2009 5:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Invitations with the sound of music
There are letterpress and engraved invitations. There are flat cards and invitations that open. And now you can order invitations that play music or "speak" to your guests. Invite by Voice allows couples to record their voice or select a song to play as guests open their invitation. ... read more
September 25, 2009 5:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Vintage-style (and green) moving announcements
While moving announcements are not part of your wedding stationery wardrobe if you and/or your fiance are moving either into the other's home or into a new place after the wedding you'll want to share your new address with family and friends. Check out this vintage (and eco-friendly) design.... read more
September 24, 2009 5:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Just like letterpress
If you love the look of letterpress invitations, but don't love the price, check out Washington, DC-based Etsy seller Letterpress Light. ... read more
September 22, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA
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Take a seat
I love the idea of using creative place cards to help your guests find their seats. The cards are an easy way to spice up your table settings and might even make the thought of planning the seating chart a little more fun.... read more
September 21, 2009 3:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Vendor We Love: Atelier Isabey
Browsing invitation design house Atelier Isabey's website is just plain happy making. Owner/designer Margot Hallac has such an incredible imagination and I'm always thrilled to see what she'll think of next.... read more
September 16, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery NY, NJ and CT
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Custom coasters
If you're like me and totally into letterpress, you'll flip for these letterpress coasters by Atlanta-based Red Bird Ink. ... read more
September 14, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Atlanta Cocktails, Menus & Catering Invitations & Stationery
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Custom illustrations of the bride & groom
Adding a photo of the happy couple to a save-the-date card, thank you cards or other wedding stationery items has been popular for quite a number of years. But why do what everyone else is doing when you can add a unique twist! Champagne Promises creates custom illustrations of couples and items that you can have printed on any type of wedding-related stationery and your wedding details.... read more
September 9, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery
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Cute caricatures
If you're not into standard wedding invitations, check out these adorable caricature invitations from Houston-based Simple Difference. ... read more
September 6, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Lovely invitations
I love coming across new and gorgeous invitations, and found just that with Avie, a Decatur-based designer on Etsy.... read more
September 5, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Atlanta Invitations & Stationery
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Custom calligraphy stamps
Love the look of handwritten calligraphy on your wedding invitations but don't like the cost? Get a custom stamp made from Etsy designer emililies hand calligraphy.... read more
September 2, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Semi DIY ceremony programs
Want to include a do-it-yourself touch to your wedding day ceremony programs but don't have much artistic talent. Have a gorgeous letterpress cover printed for you by Smock Papers ($470 for 50 covers) and print the inside paper yourself. ... read more
August 21, 2009 5:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Florida event alert!
This Saturday, head to the Solutions Bridal salon in Winter Park and try on gowns as you also check out the offerings from calligrapher Sarah Hanna and stationery boutique owner Darcy Sang of Pearl Beach Paperie. ... read more
August 20, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Florida Invitations & Stationery Sales & Events Wedding Dresses
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First look: Preston Bailey's new invitation line
Celebrity wedding event designer Preston Bailey is launching a wedding invitation line, inspired by the amazing floral creations he has created. These three images are samples from the new line Preston has created with stationery company, Invitation Consultants, and will available on the company's Web site this fall.... read more
August 14, 2009 1:20 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Navy and Yellow from Two Yellow Shoes
A color palette of navy and yellow is clean, classic, and versatile. I was reminded how well it works when I came across new Boston-based designer Laura Larson of Two Yellow Shoes, who created the stationery products for her own wedding in this color scheme.... read more
August 6, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Boston Invitations & Stationery
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Introducing Vera Wang wedding invitations
Is there anything Vera Wang can't do? You might have heard about the designer's china, bedding and sunglasses lines, but did you know that she also creates wedding invitations? Her new stationary collection, Vera Wang on Weddings, features over 30 unique designs and is inspired by the embellishment and rich texture of her wedding dresses.... read more
July 31, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Pretty invites
Just came across these lovely wedding invitations from Houston-based Autumns Weddings. The invitations are both pretty and affordable.... read more
July 31, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Brooklyn stationery event
One of my favorite Brooklyn stationery boutiques, Lion in the Sun, is hosting its first-ever blogger event featuring the lovely Vane Broussard of Brooklyn Bride.... read more
July 28, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery NY, NJ and CT
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Two in one
It's always nice when items at your wedding can do double duty, like a centerpiece that's also a favor or a bouquet that's can also serve as an accent arrangement. That's why I was immediately drawn to these escort cards-and-favors-in-one by Somerville-based Almost Sunday Designs.... read more
July 11, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Boston Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery
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DIY Letterpress
I recently took a beginner's letterpress class and now am totally hooked—I'm actually heading back to the printing studio this week to letterpress some party invitations for a friend. ... read more
July 11, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery Michigan
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Learn more about printing
If creating your invitations and paper suite for your wedding has made you interested in learning more about paper and printing techniques, Houston has the perfect place for you. ... read more
July 10, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Where there's smoke, there's awesome invites
I think this poster-size invite—designed by Boulder, Colorado-based Cultural Operations, and printed by local letterpress studio, Smokeproof Press—is the ultimate in cool.... read more
July 9, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Colorado Invitations & Stationery
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Jack Cards
My handwriting is atrocious, so I was fascinated by an offer I came across from Jack Cards.... read more
July 8, 2009 9:30 AM
category: Brides Magazine Invitations & Stationery
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Fresh-faced stationery from Shutterfly
Shutterfly is getting on the contemporary bandwagon, today launching a new stationery line that includes bridal shower invitations, save-the-dates, thank you cards and address labels, all with an updated and fresh feel. ... read more
June 29, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Would you email your wedding invitations?
Online stationery company Paperless Post is offering a new service for brides who love the ease of email but don't want to sacrifice the beauty of a well-designed, elegant invitation. The company creates unbelievably realistic interactive invites that have already won a following among the fashion crowd (the service has been used for events for Zac Posen and Diane Von Furstenberg).... read more
June 24, 2009 12:00 PM
category: I Will/I Won't Invitations & Stationery
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June 22, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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Pop-up wedding invitations
Pop-up books, pop-up videos, let's face it: pop-ups are fun! And here is a cool way to incorporate them into your wedding. Card company Up With Paper has several different 3D cards that are imprintable so you can use them for bridal shower, engagement party or even wedding invitations. ... read more
June 11, 2009 12:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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20% off at Polka Dot Design
There's a reason why celebrities like Halle Berry and Eva Mendes turn to Polka Dot Design for their stationary needs. The site offers a wealth of modern, innovative invitations in a variety of styles and designs.... read more
June 4, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Sales & Events
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Beachy Bahamas-style invitations
You don't have to be marrying on an island to appreciate the beauty of this new wedding invitation collection from Wedding Paper Divas.... read more
June 4, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Bride's best friend
If you're hoping to incorporate your furry friend into your wedding without having the little critter actually appear at the event, check out Fire Hydrant Press, a spin-off of InkSpot Workshop, one of our favorite Atlanta stationers. ... read more
May 29, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Atlanta Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery
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For your 'maids
I love the idea of giving your bridesmaids gifts that are truly useful—stationery is a great example. So I was pleased as punch to find adorable personalized stationery by Maryland-based FreshlySkweezed, an Etsy seller. I love the idea of giving your bridesmaids gifts that are truly useful&mash;stationery is a great example. So I was pleased as punch to find adorable personalized stationery by Maryland-based FreshlySkweezed, an Etsy seller.... read more
May 28, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Bridesmaids Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA The Wedding Party
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Give your invitations some vintage flair
Beautiful hand-crafted envelopes for the retro bride.... read more
May 25, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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"Modern beach" done right
One of my favorite recent discoveries in the world of graphic design is Melangerie Inc., a Brooklyn-based custom design consultancy.... read more
May 25, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery NY, NJ and CT
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Will you be my bridesmaid?
I just came across these "Will you be my bridesmaid?" cards from Bay Area-based Stinkerpants Designs, and I adore their tongue-in-cheek approach to asking your friends if they'd like to be your 'maids (and partake in all the oh-so-glamourous duties associated with the role).... read more
May 21, 2009 8:00 AM
category: California Invitations & Stationery
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Summer favorites from the Stationery Show
This morning I stopped by the National Stationery Show to scope out the hottest new trends and designs in wedding invitations and beyond from stationers around the country. Since Memorial Day is right around the corner my mind was on summer and these sunny and bright products were some of my favs.... read more
May 20, 2009 3:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Cherry country
I'm a big fan of JHill Design's "Places I Have Never Been" series. Artist Jennifer Hill creates drawings based on imaginary vacations and includes facts and figures about each locale, along with her inspiration for the design.... read more
May 19, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery Michigan
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Wedding invitations, cubed
Take your wedding invitations to the next dimension with these PartyBlock designs by Egba Originals. Available in custom colors and designs, the solid maple PartyBlocks serve both as one-of-a-kind announcements and as keepsakes for your guests.... read more
May 18, 2009 12:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Eunice and Sabrina Moyle of Hello! Lucky
Since 2003 Hello! Lucky has been creating specialty letterpress wedding invitations greeting cards and personalized stationery. Co-owners (and sisters) Eunice and Sabrina Moyle teamed up to create a unique line of vintage-inspired cards and invitations. We asked them about trends in wedding stationery, how to create a unique design and how to decide on the correct wording for your wedding invitation. Here's what they had to say:... read more
May 18, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Forget invites, OutVite!
Planning a same-sex union? You must visit OutVite.com, a site dedicated to providing fine stationery, invitations, announcements and holiday cards for the GLBT community.... read more
May 12, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Float on
I'm starting to brainstorm story ideas for the next issue of Brides Chicago and came across this wonderful invitation design by local stationery company Float Paperie.... read more
May 5, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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Can't handle the cuteness
Okay, so maybe this is a bit of a stretch, but I just can't help posting about these adorable note cards I found while browsing on Etsy. These breakfast-themed designs are from the Polka Dot Shop, based near Tampa. ... read moreMay 4, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Favors & Gifts Florida Invitations & Stationery
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Invitation inspiration
I love it when a wedding cake takes its design cues directly from the invitation. It's such a smart and stylish way to achieve a cohesive look. ... read more
April 28, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery Wedding Cakes & Desserts
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Full service thank yous
With all that you have going on now you probably aren't even thinking about writing thank you notes post-wedding, and now thanks to RedStamp.com, you never will. The stationery website now offers that will hand-write your desired message, address and mail your correspondence for you for a nominal $5 fee per card. ... read more
April 27, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Neat numbers
If you're numbering your reception tables, a simple printed table number will do, but why not try something a bit more creative? I love these patterned numbers from Baltimore-based Yummy and Company. ... read more
April 27, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA
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Captivating calligraphy
I think addressing invitations with handwritten calligraphy is such a lovely touch, but there are other places in the wedding where calligraphy can be used. ... read more
April 19, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA
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Scratch it off
I found this scratch-off save-the-date while browsing through Etsy and immediately loved its off-beat, creative design.... read more
April 15, 2009 9:56 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Stationery spotlight
The current issue of Brides Florida is one of my favorites—we were lucky enough to feature such incredible real weddings!... read more
March 27, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Florida Invitations & Stationery
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Laura Leigh of Alpine Creative Group
A save-the-date card is the first glimpse of your wedding that your guests will see. It will let them know where and when the wedding will be and can also inform them of travel and hotel accommodations you have arranged for them. We asked Laura Leigh, co-owner of Alpine Creative Group for her advice on selecting and sending a save-the-date card. Here's what she had to say:... read more
March 23, 2009 10:00 AM
category: 5 Questions with... Invitations & Stationery
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Stationery of the month club
How's this for a cool bridesmaid gift: Lyons, CO-based custom letterpress studio The Handmaiden Papeterie offers a subscription-style letterpress stationery of the month club.... read more
March 17, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Colorado Invitations & Stationery
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Wild cards
I recently saw can across the work of Offensive + Delightful at a gift show and was completely charmed by their off-beat, hilarious cards.... read more
March 12, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Simply fabulous
To me, personalized stationery is the perfect bridesmaid gift--thoughtful, useful, and slightly indulgent. ... read more
March 8, 2009 3:00 PM
category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery Philadelphia
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Perfect printing
If you're not sure what makes thermography invitations unique, you're not alone. I was a little confused about the printing process until I saw Wedding Paper Divas's gorgeous new collection of thermography invitations and save the date cards.... read more
March 2, 2009 2:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Extra, extra! Read all about it
A newspaper-themed save-the-date is a clever way to get the word out about your wedding. ... read more
February 26, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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Invites for weddings away
If you are planning a destination wedding (or have a lot of guests coming in from out of town) you should definitely consider sending out these letterpress invitations from Hello! Lucky. ... read more
February 25, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Invitations & Stationery
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Pretty as a peacock
I love any wedding invitation that features a creative or out-of-the-ordinary design. So of course I immediately fell for this line of wedding invitations by Bree Shah of Sanskripts.... read more
February 25, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Stylish silhouettes
We're seeing more and more weddings that feature a silhouette theme—what's great is that the motif can easily work with a vintage or a modern wedding theme. ... read more
February 20, 2009 4:16 PM
category: Florida Invitations & Stationery
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Mindy Weiss launches wedding invitation line
Brides.com is excited to acknowledge exclusively online that celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss has teamed up with Inviting Company to launch a new line of fun, whimsical wedding invitations, stationary and accessories. The new line, which ranges from $12.95 to $29.95 for 10 to 20 invitations, was inspired by Weiss's love of stationary.... read more
February 17, 2009 9:57 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Beautiful bluebonnets
It's always nice to include a subtle nod to the state where you're getting married in your wedding decor. I found these beautiful invitations by Invitations by Dawn's line Naturally Ever After, which feature the Texas state flower, the bluebonnet.... read more
February 9, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Letterpress love
I recently came across the work of artist Kimberly Austin while browsing the booths at the New York International Gift Fair, and was truly impressed with her sweet, whimsical designs.... read more
February 6, 2009 8:00 AM
category: California Invitations & Stationery
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Paper trunk show
Whether you're looking for invitations or bridesmaid gifts, get yourself to adorable boutique Nest, in Dedham, on February 5th for a trunk show featuring Lettuce Paper and their line of custom stationery, invitations, and portraits.... read more
February 2, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Boston Invitations & Stationery Sales & Events
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My kind of town
Chicago is home to a plethora of stationery design companies, and I recently just came across another notable one: A. Favorite Design.... read more
January 30, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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Stylish guest books
If you're on the hunt for something a step up from your basic guest book, look no further than these designs by Michigan-based Special Occasions. ... read more
January 21, 2009 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery Michigan
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Stationery sale in Chicago
For all you Chicago brides: All She Wrote, a delightful stationery shop with locations in Lincoln Park and Winnetka, is currently holding their once-a-year stationery sale.... read more
January 17, 2009 4:00 PM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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To the letter
If you're looking for some fabulous calligraphy to grace your wedding invitations, check out the work of Colorado-based Kelle Anne McCarter of designsgirl.... read more
January 16, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Colorado Invitations & Stationery
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Memories of the Cape
I love the idea of creating a "Memory Album," or a scrapbook of your wedding planning process, including photos of your bachelorette party, bridal shower, and engagement party (I'm a scrapbook-maker myself). If you're getting married on Cape Cod or the surrounding environs, I just came across this book by Quinn Bookbinding that might be a good inspiration to create a scrapbook.... read more
January 15, 2009 6:00 PM
category: Boston Invitations & Stationery Photography & Video
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Addressed for success
Designer Monique Lhuillier has launched a line of wedding invitations that are just as beautiful as her wedding dresses.... read more
January 15, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Local designer I love
Chicago-based Orange Beautiful is one of my favorite stationers—owner Emily Martin's designs are a wonderful combination of understated style and whimsy.... read more
January 2, 2009 10:00 AM
category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery
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Don't forget your passport
When you're having a destination wedding, or even a wedding where most of your guests will have to travel, it's nice when your invitation gets them excited for their upcoming trip. ... read more
December 20, 2008 4:00 PM
category: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Book it
Whether you're scrapbooking your wedding planning process, searching for a unique photo album, or looking for a gorgeous guest sign-in book, check out Flyleaf Books's gorgeous, hand-bound "Memory Albums." ... read more
December 19, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA Photography & Video Wedding Planning
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My dear alma mater
Posh Peacock, a Boston-based invitation company, creates beautiful custom invitations, as well as designs you can customize yourself and buy right off its website. One of Posh Peacock's custom designs caught my eye: this invitation, created for a couple who met and were marrying at Williams College. Posh Peacock, a Boston-based invitation company, creates beautiful custom invitations, as well as designs you can customize yourself and buy right off its website. ... read more
December 17, 2008 6:00 PM
category: Boston Invitations & Stationery
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Will you be my bridesmaid?
Brides are always looking for unique ways to ask their best friends to be their bridesmaids. Stationery company Linda & Harriett, known for their creative letterpress invitation and personal stationery lines, have the perfect solution!... read more
December 16, 2008 2:36 PM
category: Bridesmaids Invitations & Stationery
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Classic cherry blossoms
No matter how many times I see them, I will never get tired of weddings with a cherry blossom theme—especially in the spring, when the blossoms are in full bloom. It's so quintessentially D.C., so bright and so cheerful. That's why I immediately fell for these save the dates from Felix Doolittle.... read more
December 16, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA
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Jonathan Arnold, Dempsey & Carroll
For over 125 years, Dempsey & Carroll have been producing personalized engraved stationer, wedding invitations, announcements and boxed sets of themed cards. We spoke with Jonathan Arnold, TK, and asked him for his expert tips and trends he's seeing in wedding invitations. Here's what he had to say:... read more
December 15, 2008 10:00 AM
category: 5 Questions with... Invitations & Stationery
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Stationery by Olive-Route
I desperately wish I had the talent to be a graphic designer. But the sad reality is that I can barely draw a stick figure, so I have to resign myself to simply drooling over the work of others.... read more
December 14, 2008 4:00 PM
category: California Invitations & Stationery
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Marry poppies
I love the idea of incorporating the official flower of the state you're marrying in into the wedding decor. It may be because I grew up in California, but the poppy has always been one of my favorite blooms. ... read more
December 11, 2008 8:00 AM
category: California Invitations & Stationery
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Mountain style
Kicking off your mountain wedding with invitations that feature mountain or nature artwork is a no-brainer. ... read more
December 5, 2008 6:00 PM
category: Colorado Invitations & Stationery
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For letterpress lovers
With the holiday season fast approaching, I keep hearing the phrase "the gift that keeps on giving." While I'm getting a little sick of it, I couldn't help but be reminded of it when I heard about Virginia letterpress designer Simplesong Design's new "I Heart Letterpress" subscription. ... read more
December 3, 2008 6:00 PM
category: Bridesmaids Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA The Wedding Party
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Colorful invitations
I stumbled across A Punkin Card Company and instantly fell for their modern, bold designs.... read more
December 1, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Stationery sale
Still need to order some stationery for your wedding and wedding-related parties? Whether you're shopping for save-the-date cards, thank you cards, wedding or rehearsal dinner invitations, you can save 10% on your order AND shipping at RedStamp.com... read more
November 27, 2008 12:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Sales & Events
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Sew pretty
Looking for an extra push to get started on those thank-you cards? This "Bobbins and Thread" card will convince even the most reluctant bride to take out her pen.... read more
November 25, 2008 10:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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A little birdie
I'm a sucker for anything with a bird on it. So of course I immediately fell for these save the dates by Boston-based Etsy seller Kiss and Tell Cards, which are decorated with two felt "lovebirds."... read more
November 24, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Boston Invitations & Stationery
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Ready-to-wear invites
One of my favorite custom invitation companies, Ceci New York has just announced they are launching a collection of ready-to-order wedding invites for brides who require a faster turn-around time and lower price points. ... read more
November 21, 2008 6:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery NY, NJ and CT
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My current stationery obsession
One of my favorite new invitation designers is Lilywillow Paper & Press, based out of Eaton, CO. Designer Blake Elizabeth Hanick categorizes her designs into different style categories, like "classic" and "romantic," making it easy to find the right one for your wedding.... read more
November 15, 2008 12:00 PM
category: Colorado Invitations & Stationery
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Sweet stamps
Crafty brides should check out BlossomStamp's Etsy shop for a variety of rubber stamps for their DIY projects.... read more
October 26, 2008 2:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Michigan
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Words of wisdom
Searching for something to occupy guests at a bridal shower (aside from watching the guest of honor open an endless array of gifts)? Look no further than these cute "Notes for the Bride-To-Be" from Atlanta-based Inkspot Workshop. ... read more
October 25, 2008 6:00 AM
category: Atlanta Invitations & Stationery Showers & Parties
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Snail-mail me!
These cheeky moving announcements from Etsy seller socialcircles are sure to get even your laziest relative to update their address book.... read more
October 10, 2008 6:01 PM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Seating charts made simple
I've attended a slew of weddings this year and noticed a trend: poster-sized seating charts. It's such a simple way to clue guests in to what table they're seated at, with very minimal set-up required.... read more
October 6, 2008 7:04 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery Michigan
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Grand opening: Paper Source
Crafty Atlantans have reason to celebrate. Paper Source, a mecca for gorgeous stationery, gift wrap, crafting kits, and much more is opening its first store in Atlanta.... read more
October 6, 2008 6:00 AM
category: Atlanta Invitations & Stationery Sales & Events
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Non-cheesy engagement party invites
I love Virginia-based stationer Amy Smyth Made It. Her cards are whimsical but not at all fussy.
... read moreSeptember 30, 2008 10:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA
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DIY made easy
Anna Griffin, the Atlanta-based stationery company, has just released their newest Wedding Studio Line of print-it-yourself wedding paper goods at Michaels stores nationwide.... read more
September 30, 2008 6:00 AM
category: Atlanta Invitations & Stationery
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Creative invites
If you've been searching for invitations that suit your personal style but are coming up empty, check out Houston-based custom invitation studio PaperFly Designs.... read more
September 27, 2008 6:01 PM
category: Houston Invitations & Stationery
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Skyline save-the-dates
In the Fall/Winter 2008 issue of Brides Maryland and Brides Washington, we featured the fabulous Skyline Favor Bags by Favors You Keep. So we were obviously psyched to find out that the company also makes matching Save the Dates. ... read more
September 25, 2008 8:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA
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Local vendor we love
I'm a stationery junkie and one of my favorite shops is Cotton Idea Studio. Owner Mindy Gayer has impeccable taste and carries wedding invitations from many of my favorite lines, including Elum, Mr. Boddington's Studio and Paper + Cup.... read more
September 24, 2008 6:00 AM
category: California Invitations & Stationery
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Place cards that really pop
I love these creative pop up paper placemats from Wedding Things. Made of 100% recycled paper, the disposable placemats feature pop-up graphics that will definitely get smiles from your guests. ... read more
September 22, 2008 12:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
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Tell your story
"Your Words, Your Way," save-the-dates by Atlanta-based stationery company Simply Put by Ashley Woodman has the stationery solution you're looking for.... read more
September 18, 2008 7:04 AM
category: Atlanta Invitations & Stationery
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More awesome invites
One of the hardest parts of working at a magazine is narrowing down all of the amazing products we see to the few that fit on a page. Such was the case with Erin Blankley of Corndog Industries' invitations. ... read more
September 4, 2008 6:51 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery NY, NJ and CT
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Tile time
Pretty paper and cursive calligraphy is nice, but if you are really looking for something special to liven up your dinner table display, try these ceramic place cards from PlaceTile. ... read more
September 1, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Ceremonies & Receptions Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery
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Send well wishes for gay marriages
Hallmark always knows the right thing to say for any occasion. One more celebration they are adding to their list? Same-sex marriages and commitment ceremonies.... read more
August 22, 2008 12:00 PM
category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery
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Guess who's coming to my
tea partyweddingYou're either in or you are out. But it's not so cut and dry when it comes to making up your wedding guest list... read more
August 20, 2008 8:02 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
- Not looking forward to licking all those envelope flaps before mailing out your invites? If you're searching for a way to add a creative element to your wedding stationery, You'll love these bold and colorful labels created by Pica Press. ... read more
August 12, 2008 12:41 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Vintage inspired thank you's
August 5, 2008 12:23 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
The eco invite standard
July 22, 2008 8:04 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Strike a pose
July 15, 2008 8:03 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Thank you for these thank yous
June 26, 2008 7:32 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Bon voyage
June 23, 2008 12:13 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Pretty place cards
June 17, 2008 11:57 AM
So inviting
June 16, 2008 12:05 PM
category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery Wedding Planning
Mind your MAN-ners
June 4, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery The Guys' Guide
Ellen Black
May 26, 2008 8:00 AM
category: 5 Questions with... Invitations & Stationery
Get pingg'd
May 21, 2008 8:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Fresh invites
May 15, 2008 12:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
A personal invitation
April 25, 2008 1:00 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Earth-friendly invites
April 22, 2008 7:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Sticky save-the-dates
April 16, 2008 9:00 AM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Reader question of the week
April 4, 2008 4:06 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery
Extra! Extra! Read all about them
April 3, 2008 3:58 PM
category: Invitations & Stationery Photography & Video
