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Behind the Scenes – Arabian Days for Rue Magazine Part I

Happy to report we are up and running here at the Momental Studio, aka, the power is back!  I spent part of my morning watching national news of the devastation in parts of New Jersey, Vermont and beyond.  I cannot help but feel lucky as so many are suffering so much.  Our small blip in […]

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An update…

As many of you might know if you follow on twitter or are a Facebook friend, the Momental Studio is… well down, but most certainly not out.  We lost power early Sunday morning along with nearly 50,000 other Northeastern Pennsylvania residents.  I am happy to report that we are virtually damage free and are simply […]

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Inspirations – Alice in Wonderland Wedding

Alice has infiltrated the wedding world and it seems she may be here to stay.  From David Tutera’s Alice in Wonderland Wedding to Annie Leibovitz‘s artful fashion shoot for Vogue we are left inspired and continue to be energized by this design concept.  Brides spanning the globe are crafting wedding tea parties, mad-hatted grooms and […]

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A Real Momental Wedding – Magdalena and Filip September 11, 2010

We spend months designing highly custom invites for our Brides and see tons of inspiration images, sketches from florists etc but often never the finished look.  Magdalena shared her  Equestrian chic event in Poland and we were enchanted.  Simplicity and sophistication are two words that seem to epitomize the celebration.   As of late themed […]

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A Peek into the Studio – Paints, Palettes and Projects

Sometimes a simple act can lead to big things.  So I attribute my new watercolor palette to a lot of the gorgeousness going on at the studio as of late.  Call me crazy but nothing inspires me more that a white sheet of Arches and a palette full of fresh, new watercolor.  Soak it up. […]

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Inspirations- Balinese Wedding Inspiration with Batik Details

Frangipani blooms, Balinese landscapes and Batik elements will soon come together in a custom design for Lindsey… Batik Pattern, Four Seasons Bali, Alexei Hay, Balinese Temple, Batik Wedding Invitations

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Custom Cake Plates from Paloma's Nest!

I admire artists who continue to innovate again and again.  Caroline from Paloma’s Nest is one of those artists whose work is always evolving.  She listens to her fans and responds so when I got wind of the newest addition to her collection I just had to share. From Caroline herself: I am excited to […]

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Inspirations – Anthropologie after Vintage Japanese Textiles

Pattern has a way of pulling me in and not letting go.  I see it everywhere from a field of Queen Anne’s Lace to a portion of my latest pencil sketch.   A good pattern takes what is most balanced and beautiful about a flower, curve or shape and repeats it in a way that makes […]

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Behind the Scenes – Ombre Wedding Inspiration on Style Me Pretty Part II

On Monday I shared some stunner images from a project with Kate Miller recently seen on Style Me Pretty.  Gold and purple was the color story and eclectic natural surroundings were the space this shoot unfolded within.  Geodes in all their glistening glory were used everywhere from the cake to the bride’s jewelry…Each place setting […]

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Behind the Scenes – Ombre Wedding Inspiration on Style Me Pretty Part I

When Kate Miller of Kate Miller Events contacted me about creating pieces for an Ombre Inspired Wedding Shoot I think I said yes before she uttered 5 words!  Geode‘s were the natural inspiration element and purples and golds were the color palette of choice…what could be better? This natural spot in Folsom, California could not […]

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A Momental Girl Gets Married – The Poloroids

If you remember our Steph was married this June.  A sweet affair in the rolling hills of Reeders, Pennsylvania conjured a calm feeling of simple pleasures as her gorgeous day unfolded.  The photographer, Beulah captured some haunting images via Polaroid at the couple’s request.  Read on for more on why Polaroids were so important to […]

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Behind the Scenes – Mindy Weiss + Momental Designs!

The incomparable Mindy Weiss has redesigned her blog and it is…well, a work of art.  I first met Mindy at an industry conference where my sketches were featured.  You can imagine my shock when Mindy approached me with nothing but the kindest words about my artwork.  I think I am still blushing.  I’ve always admired […]