Loan L.

I can’t get enough of these hand-painted dots!

Close-up shot shows the intense amount of painting I added to this recent sample.  I love the dots and green swirls!

I used a shimmering soft gold for the top layer with painted details in a creamy  light apricot, fresh green and creamy copper shimmer.  I added a very thin layer of textured ivory stock between the top and green layers to ensure the look remained bright and crisp overall.

I created this illustration using a more painterly, brushstroke style.  I love the dot details as they add the perfect bit of refinement.  Thought I would experiment with a copper border too!

I created this look with your Vintage Magnolia theme in mind considering an elegant use of bight colors.  Hand-painted touches in copper, plum, creamy ivory, green and gold!  I also put together a simple wrap that fits around the ensemble folder.

Artful Admirations – Palomas Nest

Back in 2007 when I first started writing this blog I stumbled upon these lovely little ringbearer bowls on etsy.  I fell in love with their simplicity of form and material and the simple message of love each seemed to bear.  Well here we are 2 years later where the creations of Caroline of Palomas Nest can be found just about everywhere wedding.   Her message hasn’t been diluted by the widespread and well deserved press however as her creations are continually evolving.

On her site you can read more about Caroline, the process and her inspiration.  To quote directly “The inspiration for Paloma’s Nest lies in the purity of the materials used, and the idea that something so simple can be so bold.”  Well said.  As a colorist myself, I have great respect for artists who can elicit the same impact as I do in my detailed colorful pieces but with a reserved use of color and form.   There is something quite calming about Caroline’s smooth, creamy surfaces graced with a touch of texture or and added length of colored twine.

I am confident that our renewal ceremony in Zion National Park next year will somehow incorporate Caroline’s work.    I adore the little love tiles pictured about and can envision them tied to a bouquet.   Perhaps too as a special thank you gift for the guests who travel the long distance to join us, a Paolomas bowl with a custom inscription could be just perfect.  Well, enough of my out-loud brainstorming for now.

Thank you Caroline for your passion and essential presense in the wedding industry and beyond.  Your work is just what we needed.

Remina

I kept with the peach pattern cardstock but there is a lovely sage green option as well.

Quiana

I created two samples using various levels of green and gray.

Bonnie B.

I’m definitely a fan of this one!

I was also thinking the lacy pattern in each corner could be pretty.  This would also allow me to use the smaller pearls.

Shannon F.

So pretty!

Simple and elegant.

Oh I am in love!  This rich color palette is really very sophisticated.  I thought the punch of color on the program was a fun, unexpected touch!

The addition of coral is quite nice. I love the cheerful quality it lends.

Amanda G.

I used a branch on the table number (names to follow soon).  Another idea for the seating card is to include a detail from your invitation tree with a bit of pattern.

I used a dull silver which combined well with the rich chocolate brown.  I was surprised to see the candlelight feel still come to life with the cooler color palette – stunning!

I used a combination of soft gold, shimmering tan and dusty blues here.  The tree was illustrated by hand with brush and ink for a soft, whimsical look!