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Invitations & Stationery

  1. Creative advice for crafty brides

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    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

  2. Sweet stamps

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    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

  3. Colorful invitations from Dabney Lee

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    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

  4. Lovely favor tags

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    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

  5. A guest book alternative

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    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

  6. Saving the date

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    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

  7. How moving!

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    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

  8. Stationery to match your global affairs

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    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

  9. Dress up your favors

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    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

  10. Philly letterpress love

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    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

  11. Think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness month

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    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

  12. First Look: New designs from Rifle

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    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

  13. Invitations with the sound of music

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    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

  14. Vintage-style (and green) moving announcements

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    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

  15. Just like letterpress

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    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

  16. Take a seat

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    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

  17. Vendor We Love: Atelier Isabey

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    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

  18. Custom coasters

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    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

  19. Custom illustrations of the bride & groom

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    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

  20. Cute caricatures

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    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

  21. Lovely invitations

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    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

  22. Custom calligraphy stamps

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    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

  23. Semi DIY ceremony programs

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    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

  24. Florida event alert!

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    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

  25. First look: Preston Bailey's new invitation line

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    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

  26. Navy and Yellow from Two Yellow Shoes

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    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

  27. Introducing Vera Wang wedding invitations

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    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

  28. Pretty invites

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    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

  29. Brooklyn stationery event

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    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

  30. Two in one

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    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

  31. DIY Letterpress

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    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

  32. Learn more about printing

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    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

  33. Where there's smoke, there's awesome invites

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    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

  34. Jack Cards

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    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

  35. Fresh-faced stationery from Shutterfly

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    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

  36. Would you email your wedding invitations?

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    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

  37. Pretty paper

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    I love this colorful invitation by Pearl & Marmalade.... read more

    June 22, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Chicago Invitations & Stationery

  38. 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

  39. 20% off at Polka Dot Design

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    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

  40. Beachy Bahamas-style invitations

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    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

  41. Bride's best friend

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    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

  42. For your 'maids

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    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

  43. Give your invitations some vintage flair

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    Beautiful hand-crafted envelopes for the retro bride.... read more

    May 25, 2009 2:00 PM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  44. "Modern beach" done right

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    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

  45. Will you be my bridesmaid?

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    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

  46. 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

  47. Cherry country

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    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

  48. Wedding invitations, cubed

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    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

  49. Eunice and Sabrina Moyle of Hello! Lucky

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    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

  50. Forget invites, OutVite!

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    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

  51. Float on

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    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

  52. 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 more

    May 4, 2009 8:00 AM

    category: Favors & Gifts Florida Invitations & Stationery

  53. Invitation inspiration

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    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

  54. Full service thank yous

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    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

  55. Neat numbers

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    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

  56. Captivating calligraphy

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    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

  57. Scratch it off

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    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

  58. Stationery spotlight

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    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

  59. Laura Leigh of Alpine Creative Group

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    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

  60. Stationery of the month club

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    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

  61. Wild cards

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    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

  62. Simply fabulous

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    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

  63. Perfect printing

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    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

  64. Extra, extra! Read all about it

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    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

  65. Invites for weddings away

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    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

  66. Pretty as a peacock

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    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

  67. Stylish silhouettes

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    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

  68. Mindy Weiss launches wedding invitation line

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    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

  69. Beautiful bluebonnets

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    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

  70. Letterpress love

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    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

  71. Paper trunk show

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    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

  72. My kind of town

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    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

  73. Stylish guest books

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    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

  74. Stationery sale in Chicago

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    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

  75. To the letter

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    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

  76. Memories of the Cape

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    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

  77. Addressed for success

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    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

  78. Local designer I love

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    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

  79. Don't forget your passport

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    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

  80. Book it

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    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

  81. My dear alma mater

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    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

  82. Will you be my bridesmaid?

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    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

  83. Classic cherry blossoms

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    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

  84. Jonathan Arnold, Dempsey & Carroll

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    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

  85. Stationery by Olive-Route

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    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

  86. Marry poppies

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    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

  87. Mountain style

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    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

  88. For letterpress lovers

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    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

  89. Colorful invitations

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    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

  90. 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

  91. Sew pretty

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    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

  92. A little birdie

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    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

  93. Ready-to-wear invites

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    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

  94. My current stationery obsession

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    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

  95. Sweet stamps

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    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

  96. Words of wisdom

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    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

  97. Snail-mail me!

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    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

  98. Seating charts made simple

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    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

  99. Grand opening: Paper Source

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    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

  100. Non-cheesy engagement party invites

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    I love Virginia-based stationer Amy Smyth Made It. Her cards are whimsical but not at all fussy.

    ... read more

    September 30, 2008 10:00 PM

    category: Invitations & Stationery MD, DC and VA

  101. DIY made easy

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    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

  102. Creative invites

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    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

  103. Skyline save-the-dates

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    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

  104. Local vendor we love

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    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

  105. Place cards that really pop

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    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

  106. Tell your story

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    "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

  107. More awesome invites

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    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

  108. Tile time

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    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

  109. Send well wishes for gay marriages

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    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

  110. Guess who's coming to my tea party wedding

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    You'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

  111. Label me creative

    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

  112. Vintage inspired thank you's

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    Inspiration can be found in the most unexpected places. Cheree Berry, owner of Cheree Berry Paper, was inspired by a vintage tapestry she found on ebay last year... read more

    August 5, 2008 12:23 PM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  113. The eco invite standard

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    You've seen eco-friendly invitations before. But what does that really mean? Charlene Staples, brand manager for the new wedding invitation line Naturally Ever After, debunks some common "green" stationery myths... read more

    July 22, 2008 8:04 AM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  114. Strike a pose

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    I have a great design idea for the invitations to your pre-wedding parties—you! PosePrints allows you to create stationery that features easy-to-make customizable caricatures that you design to look like you... read more

    July 15, 2008 8:03 AM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  115. Thank you for these thank yous

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    Interior designer extraordinaire Jonathan Adler has teamed up with Barnes & Noble to develop a line of stylish supplies for your office, home and beyond... read more

    June 26, 2008 7:32 AM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  116. Bon voyage

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    Stationer Shelley Barandes of Albertine Press calls herself a "sometime-architect who just loved paper more," and her eye for design is definitely apparent in this beautiful "Jet Set" of note cards.... read more

    June 23, 2008 12:13 PM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  117. Pretty place cards

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    Carrot & Stick Press gave us these beautiful letterpress place cards for our Wedding Bloggers Potluck Lunch yesterday... read more

    June 17, 2008 11:57 AM

    category: Flowers & Decorations Invitations & Stationery

  118. So inviting

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    It's not only about office supplies and desk chairs. Staples recently launched a new line of stylish goods called M by Staples that ranges from chic paper clips to luxe travel gear... read more

    June 16, 2008 12:05 PM

    category: Favors & Gifts Invitations & Stationery Wedding Planning

  119. Mind your MAN-ners

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    Finally, the perfect thank-you cards for the groom who can't commit to anything (on paper, that is). Created by stationary company Pretty Bitter, the frill-free and cheekily masculine cards ... read more

    June 4, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Invitations & Stationery The Guys' Guide

  120. Ellen Black

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    Stationer to the stars, Ellen Black, of over-the-top invitation company Lehr & Black shares her best invitation advice and dishes about working with celebrity brides... read more

    May 26, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: 5 Questions with... Invitations & Stationery

  121. Get pingg'd

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    You're an interactive bride (hey, you're reading this blog aren't you?) so reap all the benefits of online ease without sacrificing style on pingg.com... read more

    May 21, 2008 8:00 AM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  122. Fresh invites

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    You're a stylish, savvy and laid-back bride, so searching for your invitations should be as easy-going as you are, right? Enter minted.com... read more

    May 15, 2008 12:00 PM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  123. A personal invitation

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    Last Friday I spoke on air about some of the hottest bridal trends I'm seeing this season—and these invites made their way into my list of wedding accoutrement that should be on every bride's radar.... read more

    April 25, 2008 1:00 PM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  124. Earth-friendly invites

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    Who says invitations can't be eco-chic? Environmentalism is the message with this naturally graceful "Falling Leaves" design by Oblation Papers & Press ($745, for 100). ... read more

    April 22, 2008 7:00 AM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  125. Sticky save-the-dates

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    Looking for a save-the-date your guests won't forget? These innovative announcements from MagnetStreet Weddings guarantee that your guests will be thinking about more than leftovers the next time they open the refrigerator. ... read more

    April 16, 2008 9:00 AM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  126. Reader question of the week

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    Planning a wedding isn't always easy, and we have the mail to prove it! Here, we look at one of the toughest issues: invitation wording.... read more

    April 4, 2008 4:06 PM

    category: Invitations & Stationery

  127. Extra! Extra! Read all about them

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    Brides.com readers Alyson and David recently submitted their super original save-the-dates and I couldn't resist giving them a shout out for their creativity. "I am unabashedly addicted to gossip magazines," says Alyson who wanted display her and David's silly side on their untraditional save-the-dates. "We thought it would be a hilarious way to give our guests the pertinent details of the wedding while poking fun at today's celebrity-obsessed culture."... read more

    April 3, 2008 3:58 PM

    category: Invitations & Stationery Photography & Video

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