The finished product is above and it's, obviously, gorgeous. Calligraphy, kraft paper, illustrations & creative type font!? Yes yes and yes! You must see the whole post on the wedding here at 100 layer cake . 
Hoping this post finds all of you well & best wishes for the new year!
It was getting close to Allison's wedding day and her seating chart still was not 100% complete. So, she had me draw up an escort card for each guest, as planned, but without a table number. I then wrote the name of each table on the remaining {blank} escort cards. On the day of the wedding Allison set up her escort card table by putting guests sitting at the same table into a vertical row on the table. Behind each row was a lemon holding the escort card displaying the table name that the guests in that row were to sit at. A great option if you are afraid your seating chart won't be finalized until shortly before your wedding!
I used the Pretty Perfect style for all of Allison's escort cards. They look lovely, if I do say so myself! Thank you Allison, for sending me all of these pictures from your wedding day!
Here's a little close-up of the program which used both of Penned & Pretty's most requested calligraphy styles, Pretty Adorable & Pretty Perfect.
The bride, Allison, wanted the program to display their names & wedding date along with an order of service and the bridal party. Done & done. 
Allison also allowed me to put the calligraphy on the escort cards and table signs/numbers for her reception. Those pictures should grace the blog shortly.
If you are interested in having me calligraphy your wedding program, just send me an e-mail at pennedandpretty{at}gmail{dot}com to inquire with specifics and obtain a rate!
Loving the empty ski lift and the little reindeer & bunny that make a cameo among the trees. Plus, I'm always a sucker for a lined envelope!
Make sure to check out winged wheel stationery as seen via the oh so beautiful paper: holiday card round up part 5 .
If you too have succulents in mind for your upcoming wedding, why not go with the same idea of using potted succulents as favors and turn them into escort cards as well? Make the same little flags to display not only the name of the guest but the table name/number of where they are seated as well!
There are so many more details from this wedding & reception that just cannot be missed. Check it all out at the Jagger Photography blog {via love and lavender} in part one and part two.
The detail that went into each invitation is really both ridiculous & fabulous. You can read about it here.
The envelope/packaging is probably one of my favorite parts of this whole invitation suite. I would have never thought to have simply fold kraft paper to make an envelope! Only savvy DIY-ers can be that creative!
These little stickers sealed the kraft envelopes. Too cute.
Kathleen wanted the addresses to look like a stamp so she printed each recipient’s address 
And now, for the real reason that I wrote this post....the buttons. What a fun addition to any party!!!
You can read more about these invitations here on the Twig & Thistle blog!
I really liked how these envelopes turned out & the client expressed her love for the "Pretty Perfect" style when she received these in the mail. I can only hope that all of the guests felt the same way!
I just might have to stock up on these for next year!! I hope that your Halloween was filled with fun little trick-or-treaters & plenty of leftover candy!
I have always loved these colors together, especially for a fall wedding! Rich and warm and not your typical brown and orange fall wedding. You just cannot go wrong with this color scheme.
For the tech-savvy and/or crafty brides-to-be out there, invitation sets are sold as digital files for at-home printing. What makes it even better?! You can customize this invitation with your wedding colors and personalized wording. Each set includes the invitation and an RSVP card.
Wrap around labels are such time savers that are so easy to use! Rest assured, they always look great wrapped around the envelopes. Always.
One of the things that I love most about this suite would be the different patterns that are used, throughout the suite, which create depth and texture to the paper.
I've never paid too much attention to the rsvp cards before, but this one caught my eye. Instead of demanding that they respond and come to a day that is essentially all about you, this card lets the guests know that you are looking forward to being with them. That struck a cord with me. I'm a fan.
Just a little peek at the invitation itself.
The entire suite was banded together with a transparent patterned wrap.
Naturally, I caved and bought these happy birthday folded note cards. I couldn't resist the cupcake. 
Everyone needs a practical and adorable set of note cards and I have been loving these. It's almost time for me to re-order! I hope that you have just as cute of a set up your sleeves! If so, do share!Fast forward to about a month before her wedding. She told her Mom that she wasn't really planning on having programs at the wedding ceremony. Her Mom wasn't really having any of that so they turned to me to whip up something simple to give the guests something to look at. Here's just a little sneak peek for you to look at before Allison's photographer sends in some professional pictures.
Allison wanted one side of the program to list the wedding party & the other side {not pictured} to list the order of the wedding ceremony. She was able to take the pages I wrote on to a local printer for printing. I cannot wait to see the professional pictures!
I would just like to take this tiny sliver of a moment to thank each of my clients for allowing me to play a little part in their special day. I am so glad to be a part of it. xo. 
I am smitten with this suite that she created for an smp photo shoot. The die cut shapes are gorgeous. As are the patterns used throughout the suite and the pretty little color combination.
Molly of paisley quill has been assisting with the paper products for her brother-in-law's upcoming wedding. She wanted to deviate from their pink and black wedding color scheme and went for an Indian Summer theme that Michigan is known for and incorporated the Groom's love for the outdoors along the way, by incorporating a deer with a rack.
Loving the various stamps used on the neutral envelopes! Not to mention the acorn design and the twig frame for the addresses!
You can see the whole post and inspiration behind the invitations on the paisley quill blog right here. 
Happy labor day and congrats to all of my lovely brides that tied the knot this past weekend!
The shoot was quite a success! You can see images from the shoot on the untamed heART photography blog here. Thanks for letting me be a part of the shoot! 
This would be a perfect little DIY project. Head out to your local craft store to find a country/farm stamp. Use different colors of paper to denote guests different meal choices or reception tables. Names can be handwritten or find a fun font on your computer and run them thorough the printer!
As seen here on the ruffled blog. Check out the whole wedding here.
Wedding Vendors (Sacramento, CA):Photographer: Emily Heizer Photography / Venue: Family Orchard Farm / Tents, lighting, and tables: Zephyr Tents / DJ: Big Fun DJ / Rentals: Classic Party Rentals Sacramento (lounge furniture, chairs, linens) / Caterer: Buckhorn Catering / Save the Date and Invitations: Lulu Paper / Flowers: Organic Flowers and Farmers Market.
The save the date announces "we're tying the knot" and includes a little knot illustration at the top of the announcement. 
As if you didn't love the invitation enough already, Lauren from rock paper scissor has used the Seaside Fete invitation as inspiration for nautical vacation must haves! If you love yellow cardigans, navy blue polka dot bikinis and white canvas bags, you must check out the post right
If you sent these to your guests, expect some sorrow from them in having to part with their RSVP card....its just too pretty.
