Sneak Peek // Wedding Logo

I'll let you in on a secret I've been keeping...

Texas loves Indiana. (Who doesn't love Indiana?!)
Chris loves Barb.

All the same in my book.

I designed this logo for my sweet, sweet, seriously sweet friend, Barb. Seriously - she's a gem. She met her soon-to-be hubby at Mardi Gras in New Orleans. How awesome is that? She deserves one of those awesome loves - because frankly, I think she is so awesome. So ready to see all of my Purdue 7th floor Shrever Beaver loves at Barb's wedding this summer! BOILER UP!! Hard to believe almost 10 years has gone by since we first met.

A Very Shanks Wedding (details)

I'm pretty sure there is a good chance that y'all might already know my best friend, Lauren.

This photo was taken during my maid on honor speech, maybe right after I mentioned the part about how she used to get dressed in the closet in Shreve. Regardless of her being shy and awkward and first - we sure did end up sisters from another mister and I wouldn't have it any other way. This chick is my best bud. We've been through a lot together, including many car problems. Who would've ever thought some six years ago watching Ice Age on that glorious purple futon that I'd wind up in Nashville and she'd be married and now living in Houston...funny how time changes things.

So, it's about time that I FINALLY got my booty around to posting some of her wedding details. First up, her save the date that was turned into a handy dandy magnet for friends & family to post up on their fridge. Is it weird that mine is still up on my fridge? Okay, it's really not...but it'd be cool if it was. :)

After her save the date's were finished we decided to make a wedding logo to tie everything together.

Lauren created stickers from the logo to place on the isle flower holders and the guests out of town bags.

Which led to her isle runner that I hand painted their logo on. *WARNING* if you're hand painting an isle runner - make sure to not have any type of paper underneath (or if you do, use wax paper). I learned the HARD way that paper (cardboard) doesn't necessarily come off the back of a thin isle runner once the wet paint dries. Whoops. Regardless, the second one that I painted turned out better than the first. You live - you learn.

From there - came the invitation.

Which we spent a lovely whole weekend scoring, cutting, cussing, laughing, enjoying some wine and scoring some more to just make a little dent into the invitations.

Then Lauren and her fabulous mother, Amy - put all of the finishing details. Amy is my second mom and one of the most kind-hearted, caring, loving women I know. Miss you, Amy!!

From there - we have programs. Which, unfortunately you can't get the full effect of the inside when I just slap my design files up here. We created four pages that were saddle stitched and put together to create a unique and lovely keepsake program. I guess I should've done a better job at snapping pictures!

I totally should've done a better job at taking pictures because the menu consisted of three pages: The Meal Options, A Romanian Lord’s Prayer & Norwegian Table Prayer and Order of Events held together by a brad at the top. Google Brad if you don't know him :)

Then, of course, the after-party invitation which was included along in the invitation set that was mailed to guests. I created a 'root beer' bottle with the couple's initials.



 Can we do it all over again!?

Happy Wednesday!!

a e i love u

My great friend, Chera asked me if I would design a black and white invitation set for her upcoming bridal show to promote her amazing catering company - CRAVE.

First, let me tell you about Chera. She's one heck of a lady. Her and I just mesh. She has one of those creative spirits that you just can't help but get inspired when you are around her. She's a great mother to two incredibly cool little girls (they take after their mom). Chera knows catering. Chera knows how to do over-the-top incredible, make you say, "i wish i could do that" events. She's one of those people that can turn something ordinary to extraordinary - and trust me - people think they can do that but not many actually can. I'm excited to watch Chera & Matt's (her husband) catering business grow. I honestly can't say enough good things about them. I'm lucky to have met them both.

This weekend I'm flying to Houston, so I won't be able to see how great the booth came out at the bridal show - but I can't wait to see pictures. I'm sure it will be nothing short of over-the-top, just like Chera. 

Now on to the black and white design set:

First, is the Save The Date. How about the a e i <3 u?

 Second is the menu - take a peek at the food. Yum! So inventive and unique.

 How about placing these on a candy table? cake table? hold them up in a photo booth?

 The invitation. I think the chevron speaks for itself.

 I cut both the "groom" & "bride" out and attached to cute black and white ribbon to hang off the back of the head table chairs.

 Classy black and white thank you cards. Easily re-usable after the wedding.

"table one" is a wine bottle label. We wrapped it around a solid black bottle and had an incredible sleek-ness.

a e i <3 u.

Happy Friday, everyone. Enjoy!

It's a nice day for a (Black and) White Wedding!

Let me let you in on a little secret; I LOVE black and white weddings. The classic-ness (is that a word?) of the black mixed with the light and airy white. It's timeless and I think a perfect choice for any wedding.

Let me tell you about Michelle, she was my first official friend when I moved to Valparaiso, Indiana. Her and I used to drink Oliver soft red wine in her garage and talk for hours. She taught me how to make guacamole. She introduced me to Havarti cheese. She's one of those friends that I actually ENJOYED shopping with (although - it was much harder on the wallet, whoops!). She has a beautiful son, Aiden - and him and I loved to hate each other...and by hate, I mean we were best buddies. He liked to sing to Michelle. He liked to fall asleep in his car seat after eating powdered donuts. She's short but she can pack a mighty punch - she is one strong woman who I am honored to call, a friend. George most definitely is lucky to have found this lady.

When she asked me if I would help her with her wedding invitations. I was honored. I was honored that she would choose me to help with the identity of her classic black & white wedding (you figured I was going somewhere with the black and white, didn't you?). Well, bingo. Michelle told me that they were going for a classic, Audrey Hepburn style wedding. So, this is what I came up with for their big fat greek wedding. :)

Their logo. As a sidenote - George is fabulous to Michelle. They are one great couple that I ALWAYS enjoyed being around. 

outside of program

Inside of program. Lots of information...like I said - she had a big fat Greek wedding!! :)

Their invitation. Holy black you are GORGEOUS.

The menu was my favorite thing to design and with a caterer like Bistro 157 - it's hard to go wrong.

Michelle, I wish you years of wedded bliss and a lifetime of fun and happiness. BOOMSHAKALAKA. Love you and miss you dearly.