Jenna & Andrew | Wax Seal Invitation Suite

I am working on (don't hold your breath) categorizing my website so when I post photos in my blog/portfolio, brides can easily find specific suites or printing methods that they are looking for, i.e.: thermographic invitation suite with wax seal.
Ah Ha! You've come to the right post!

This suite is one of my most favorites because A. it's gorgeous and unique, and B. it's was for my best friend's wedding! Jenna and Andy got engaged at the Trevi Fountain in Rome (le sigh). I was so happy Jenna asked me to help with some paper goods and her wedding day was just GORGEOUS. Blue skies in Newport Beach, Marchesa gown, lush dahlias, St. Germain cocktails, sunset over the canyon… yes, it was phenomenal! More on that later.

I love it's simplicity with the abundance of neutral tones! Jenna's wedding color palette was very "crisp" with lots of greenery and touches of blush tones. If you ask me, what's not to love? John and Joseph Photography, without a doubt, took better photos and I can't wait to show you those in a few weeks!
Invitation components above: Thermographic Printing, Return Address Printing, Wax Seals on Invite and Menu (not shown), Envelope Liner, Twine, Silk Ribbon.

XO,

T
 

August Review

Happy Fall, Y'all! Or something like that… haha. It is still in the 90's here but I am so excited for Fall to be here. I love cozy sweaters, boots, football and cooler temps! I ended the Summer with a bang!

CONS:
Yikes, let's see here! I suppose the one thing that stands out to me is time management. It's really tough for me to stay completely productive throughout a project. Especially when there are so many distractions. I am getting better at this with each order, as I keep learning my time is my money. But there are still days when I make the conscious effort to work slower, with more distractions, knowing that will cut into my time "off" after five. I ultimately want to work 8-5 (with some variation obviously) but that requires a lot of self discipline! I know so many creatives can relate! I am always eager to try new tricks for time management/productivity that others have learned so please share!

PROS:
As my ladies from High School would sum it up, "best month evaaaa"!  But really it was great, and as always, I have learned so so much. I mailed out two more suites, both really different and I loved them so! I will share photos soon.  I was featured on 100 Layer Cake for our beach inspiration shoot! Still my favorite shoot ever (photo above).
Jane, of Southern Calligraphy, and I collaborated a BUNCH! And made many brides so happy with our final products. We also provided some goods for a shoot with Weddings and Events by Jenna Laine! I love working with vendors in our area!
I GOT A BUSINESS BANK ACCOUNT! Woop Woop! :) It feels SO good to get that done and stay organized. If anyone is thinking of taking the leap, DO IT! And for locals, I highly recommend Hancock Bank! They were super informative and helped me throughout the process.
Mary and I provided florals for a wedding and we had fun with the design aspect and learned a lot about different types of blooms, supplies, traveling with flowers, and assembly! They turned out beautifully and the couple had the most romantic evening (I have shared a few photos on my FB page). Congrats to Ashtin and Cameron!

My best friend, Jenna, got married! She has been dating her man since our freshman year of college and we were so happy to fly out to California and finally see them tie the knot! They had the most beautiful ceremony and reception at Mariner's Church and Shady Canyon Golf Club! Jenna asked me to do some paper goods for their wedding, some sneak peaks are below (iPhone)!

As always, I CAN'T WAIT for all the professional photos to show y'all! For now I hope those sneak peaks from yours truly will do. A special congratulations to two of our closet friends, Charlotte and Ryan, on their engagement! Let the celebrations begin, again!

xo,

T