Monday, August 24, 2009

Personalized Mattes

I think this is a great way to personalize a picture in a frame. Robyn set up a table at her reception to place pictures of her deceased grandparents. She had me write something personal about them at the top and the bottom of the matte. I've also done calligraphy on a matte of an engagement picture where the bride and groom wrote a thank you note to their parents. It was really cool. There are all sorts of things you can do with this idea!

Friday, March 20, 2009

Style 1 of 5 - Copperplate

Copperplate is the most beautiful, traditional style. It can be made simple or more formal and flourished to suit your style. It is the most popular for wedding invitations.

Style 2 of 5 - Casual Script





Take Copperplate and tone it down a bit. This a freehand script that is simple and pleasing, yet beautiful.

Style 3 of 5 - Upright Script




Fun and free, upright script is less formal, yet remains neat and concise.

Style 4 of 5 - Broad Nib Script





A simple, yet pleasing script with the broad nib. This style looks best in black.

Style 5 of 5 - Flourished Italic



Thursday, March 19, 2009

Only THREE more days left! Dillards' Wedding Fest, here I come!

Several weeks ago I made took the "plunge" and decided to set up a display table at Dillards' during their annual Wedding Fest. It was totally free and not too overwhelming (like at a huge Expo or something). I knew I needed a little push, and the results have been great! I have developed new styles of writing and many samples of menus, placecards, etc. Drop by on Sunday, 2:00-5:00 p.m. if you happened to be in Monroe at the Dillard's in Pecanland Mall this Sunday! Pictures to come soon!!!