In december I finished off these wedding invites for a local bride who contacted me through Jane as I mentioned yesterday.
She was looking for a natural, not overly styled theme for her wedding this April, and liked the idea and ethos of the recycled cards I'd been making. I began collecting together images that would suit the feel of the mood board she showed me.
...some cards
...and corresponding envelopes
...more cards
...and their envelopes
...my favourite here was the card with the doocot.
I also supplied some kraft brown recycled envelopes in case she chose not to write the addresses on the envelopes, and made the heart envelope seals using the offcuts backed onto adhesive sticker labels and punched with a decorative paperpunch.
I think they are pretty and just a bit alternative to conventional announcements - and each one is unique and different! I really enjoyed doing these and would be open to more design commissions for clients who want something unique and one-off to suit their occasion or business. I like the idea of combining and alternating graphics with a handmade style.
Those heart stickers are gorgeous - lucky Bride to be getting such special stationary!
Posted by: suzanne | January 10, 2008 at 01:51 PM
I love these, they are so much more interesting than the usual invites.
Posted by: Katherine | January 10, 2008 at 01:55 PM
This is exactly the sort of thing that I think small craft businesses can excell at - rising to the challenge of making things personal.
No wonder she is thrilled with them,
J
x
Posted by: snapdragon | January 10, 2008 at 02:44 PM
oh c, these are gorgeous! should i ever get married, i'll know who to come to for the prettiest invites ever!
i really like the idea of having recycled materials as part of the bridal stationary, too. seems so much more tasteful/less wasteful and decadent!
Posted by: melissa | January 10, 2008 at 09:28 PM
They are gorgeous and sure to be a talking point with the guests.
Posted by: carolyn | January 10, 2008 at 11:13 PM
These are exquisite Caireen, what a fantastic alternative to the usual ones. I love them.
Posted by: Sally Anne | January 12, 2008 at 03:42 AM
They are truly unique and fabulous. And the heart stickers are the perfect compliment :)
Posted by: Felicia | January 14, 2008 at 10:58 PM
these are lovely!! what a wonderful idea for a wedding. xox
Posted by: amisha | January 21, 2008 at 09:32 PM