Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Showing posts with label Invitations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Invitations. Show all posts
Wedding Invitation : 8
Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Wedding Invitation : 7
Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Laser Etched Plexiglass Invitation
One of 2010 new trends: laser etched plexiglass invitations. Try saying that 5 times in a row.
Custom made acrylic invitations are a fantastic way to set the tone for any event, corporate or social! These babies are available in an assortment of colors but that's just the beginning. There are a number of embellishment options that can really jazz these bad boys up: photographs, ribbons or swarovski crystals are just the tip of the ice berg!
Sound too good to be true? Well, here is the flip side...these trendy invites are not budget friendly. Not only is the product pricier than a regular invitation, but the cost to mail them is higher due to their weight and size. If your budget is willing check out Grapevine. Their work is incredibly impressive and they offer acrylic invitations.
Birthday Invitation : 1
Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding, birthday or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Wedding Invitation : 6
for Whitney and Benjamin's Naples wedding!
Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Wedding Invitation : 5
for Julissa and James's Connecticut wedding!
Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in either design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Wedding Invitation : 4
Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Wedding Invitations : 3
Allison and Palmer's destination wedding!
Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Wedding Invitation: 2
Custom design wedding monogram and invitation for Christopher and Natalia's destination wedding!Do you love this monogram or invitation? Well, they can be yours! If you are interested in either design, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
L | D Finds: DIY Letterpress
Wow, this made my morning. The Letterpress from Lifestyle Crafts, or L, sets the standard for easy to use, affordable letterpress printing that's practical for any home crafter. The Letterpress combo kit contains everything you need to begin letterpress printing right away and is set to arrive in stores this fall. Something tells me that Michaels 40% off coupon will not apply to this machine.Kid's Pool Party Invite
Josh is my good friend's son and is having his first pool party! Really, it is just an informal gathering of about twenty of his closest tween friends. His mommy had this design printed and mounted onto heavy-weight, textured cardstock. A very fun invitation!
Are you having a pool party and you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this invitation, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
Wedding Invitation: 1
It's been forever. Lately, my days and nights have been filled with invitation and monogram design for my 2010 weddings. Above is one invite design for Ashely and Smith's modern, South Beach wedding. More to come soon...enjoy!
Do you love this invitation? Well, it can be yours! If you are interested in this invitation, or if you would like a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
The Raddest Invitation
I love this invitation. No other words are needed. It was designed by Matt Dorfman and found by way of Design*Sponge. Rock on Matt!
Looking for a custom creation for your wedding or special event, please contact design@laurendaversa.com.
DIY: Invitations
DIY projects are money savers. If you have the time and want to put in the effort, there is nothing more rewarding than doing it yourself! Doesn't everyone want to save money? I am always searching the Internet for cyberspace treasures. It will take me a long time to list all of my finds but posted below are links to a few resources for those brides- (and grooms) -to-be who are going to tackle their invitations on their own...
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This list will be updated so keep checking back!
My 2 cents: CHECK THE SALES! Yes, certain companies and brands and invitations may be out of your price range but don't count them out quite yet. Check back in and see if what you liked went on sale, or is being discontinued, or something else you never even thought of. Why...because you never know!!! Also, inspiration...HELLO!!!!
PS: Do you have cyberspace treasures? Or worse, cyberspace trash? Send your thoughts this way! After all, hindsight is 20 20...you could make a huge difference in someone else's event!
TOTW: Assembling Wedding Invitations
If you have read any of my previous posts, this will come as no surprise. Martha Stewart is untouchable. I was perusing ms.com and thought her tidbit on assembling the elements to be worthy enough for this week's TOTW. Enjoy!
All enclosures should be printed in the same method and on coordinating papers; here's the order in which they should be stacked to go in the outer envelope. The invitation is on the bottom, print side up. A sheet of tissue paper (originally used to prevent smearing) can be placed over it. Stack all other inserts, such as a map, reception card, and reply card, on the invitation in order of size (smallest on top). The reply card should be under its envelope's flap; this envelope should be preprinted with the mailing address, and should be stamped as well. Insert everything into the inner envelope with the print side up, so that when guests open the envelopes they will see the lettering. (The same rules apply with a single-fold invitation, where the print appears on the front. For a French-fold, or double-fold, invitation, which has the print inside, all enclosures go inside the card.) Slip the unsealed inner envelope into the outer envelope with the names facing the back flap.
All enclosures should be printed in the same method and on coordinating papers; here's the order in which they should be stacked to go in the outer envelope. The invitation is on the bottom, print side up. A sheet of tissue paper (originally used to prevent smearing) can be placed over it. Stack all other inserts, such as a map, reception card, and reply card, on the invitation in order of size (smallest on top). The reply card should be under its envelope's flap; this envelope should be preprinted with the mailing address, and should be stamped as well. Insert everything into the inner envelope with the print side up, so that when guests open the envelopes they will see the lettering. (The same rules apply with a single-fold invitation, where the print appears on the front. For a French-fold, or double-fold, invitation, which has the print inside, all enclosures go inside the card.) Slip the unsealed inner envelope into the outer envelope with the names facing the back flap.
Save-The-Date Postcards
These charming save-the-dates prove good news can come in small packages, too. Purchase mini cards and envelopes (Motel Deluxe made these 2-by-3-inch sets). Run envelopes through a machine that adds adhesive backing (Martha Stewart used one from Xyron), and affix to postcards (either store-bought or cut from card stock). Handwrite or stamp your wedding information on the cards; tuck them in the envelopes, and seal. Add standard first-class postage, and you're set to announce you've set the date. How adorable! Word to the wise, make sure your envelope is properly adhered to the card stock. You don't want it falling off in the mail!
For more fabulous save-the-dates ideas, check out the domestic goddess Martha Stewart's website.
For more fabulous save-the-dates ideas, check out the domestic goddess Martha Stewart's website.
Stock-The-Bar Party
Moving into a new home conjures up a whole lot of new expenses, especially if the house is bigger than your last one. Invite guests over for a stock-the-bar party for a quick way to get your home bar up to snuff without breaking your bank. Or, try the same idea with different events like a coed bridal shower; same ideas, works for all types of events!
Things You’ll Need:
Party Favors
Guest List
Invitations
Step 1
Decide if you want a theme for your party. Stock-the-bar is a theme in itself, but you might want to give your event a twist. Choose something that will be fun for you and your guests.
Step 2
Plan to have the party at a time that shows off your house best. If you have a great backyard, have a daytime stock the bar party. To show off your amazing living room, consider an upscale nighttime party.
Step 3
Create a guest list. Make sure you invite plenty of people so you can get enough gifts to fill your bar.
Step 4
Send invitations that explicitly say that this is a stock-the-bar party. You don't want to be coy or people won't know to bring gifts.
Step 5
Make a list of supplies you need for the party, so you don't forget anything. Include enough wine and liquor for the night, so you don't have to break open any new (or expensive) bottles if you don't want to. Remember to buy mixers for cocktails.
Step 1
Consider having a mixed shower with both men and women. This is becoming more fashionable, plus it allows for a great stock the bar party. Like any cocktail party, the host and hostess should hold the party in their home during the evening.
Step 2
Let guests know where the couple is registered so they can bring bar ware and accessories along with bottles of wine or liquor.
Step 3
Make sure the theme suits the couple. If they are wine lovers, plan a wine oriented stock-the-bar party. Purchase several wines to showcase during the event and provide great cheese and chocolates as accompaniment.
Step 4
Decide if you want to include traditional bridal shower games at the stock-the-=bar party. You may want to forgo these for activities that better suit the theme.
Step 5
Have custom party favors created with the couple's name and wedding date. To save money on screen printing, you can always create labels yourself to add to gifts.
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Crane's Wedding Blue Book
Crane's Wedding Blue Book is one of many helpful resources to help couples plan their special day, except it's available online. From announcing the engagement to writing that final thank-you note, Crane's Wedding Blue Book is right at your fingertips. Below is a excerpt on wedding time lines with regards to the invitation.An old superstition claims that being married on the half hour brings good fortune since the minute hand is ascending toward heaven, while being married on the hour leads to a bad marriage since, as with the minute hand, it is all downhill from there. Perhaps it is best to be married at noon when both hands are in the praying position. The time of the wedding is presented on one line and all letters are lowercase. If your wedding is being held at six o'clock, the time line simply reads, "at six o'clock." The time line for weddings held at six thirty reads, "at half after six o'clock."
The time line can be used to designate the time of day by using either "in the morning," in the afternoon," or "in the evening." For most times it is not usually necessary, since a wedding held at six o'clock is obviously being held in the evening. Weddings held at eight, nine, or ten o'clock are another matter, since they could be held in either the morning evening. In those cases, a designation denoting the time of day is helpful. In any event, you may always include the time of day if you find it aesthetically pleasing, and most older traditional invitations do include it.
If your wedding is being held at noon, should the invitations read "at twelve o'clock noon"?
Your invitations should simply read, "at twelve o'clock." Unless otherwise noted, "twelve o'clock" means "noon."
If you feel strongly about indicating the time of day, you may use, "at twelve o'clock in the afternoon."
If you are to be married at 6:45, how should this be read?
The correct wording for 6:45 is "at three quarters after six o'clock." Although correct, the wording may appear awkward to many people, so it might be a good idea to change the time of your wedding to six-thirty or seven o'clock.
Visit Crane for a lot more information and to browse their stationary!!
Invitations 101
I have been reorganizing my bookmarks, which led me to The Bride's Guide: Ideas from the Editors of Martha Stewart Weddings. Martha is one of my favorite people in the world, and her websites are all great to browse. This afternoon I read a post on invitation printing methods and I wanted to pass it along...
The Choice Is Yours
Posted by Jennifer Miranda, Associate Editor
Once you've decided on a date and venue for your wedding, your next big step is to work on the invitations. All of the editors here at Martha Stewart Weddings are big fans of anything letterpress, but this hardy technique isn't your only option when it comes to beautiful custom stationery. If you don't know your engraving from your thermography, don't fret. Here is a quick rundown of your printing method choices.
The most cost-effective option is lithography, or flat printing. It’s the most common way to print something and leaves no raised lettering or indentation. This is best for a more casual wedding.
Still confused? Check out this primer on planning your stationery.
Photo courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings