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Painterly Prose #19 – with Laura Hooper

We’re so happy to again feature Laura Hooper Calligraphy this morning! The quote is from Confucius, and it seems appropriate for those days when you just can’t seem to get anything done. We’ve all had them! Just relax, and remember that even a tiny step will still help get you where you want to go.

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A Peek into the Studio – Magnolia Plantation Southern Wedding Invitations

Such rustic charm in these watercolor Southern wedding invitations, and so personalized to the bride and groom’s own event! These invitations aren’t just asking you to the wedding, they are inviting you to experience all the Southern charm of Charleston, with custom illustrated enclosure cards. For the main event, rustic wood borders frame a soft, […]

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Painterly Prose #18 – with Kelle McCarter

Just in time for Easter, some bright watercolor blooms and beautiful script by designsgirl (Kelle McCarter), one of our go-to ladies for modern, elegant calligraphy. Light, airy, flowing… a perfect compliment to spring blooms. It’s even a quote about flowers, how perfect for Momental! 

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A Peek into the Studio – Hawaii Wedding Invitations

Tropical orchids abound in this colorful Hawaii wedding invitations. Strong fuchsia and white blooms create a dramatic frame for a cut-away view of a lush tropical island. Heavy white and gold hand painting is a fun contrast to the soft flowing watercolor oceanscape. With so much artwork, not much else is needed to get everyone excited […]

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Painterly Prose #17 – with Sarah Pawlowski

An inspiring quote from Louisa May Alcott, with calligraphy by Flourish Grace this morning. Perhaps not the stormiest of scenes, but something nautical seemed appropriate. As always, Sarah’s sweet script brings life to whatever she’s written! 

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A Peek into the Studio – St. Patrick’s Day Invitations

Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, we have an extra-special invite for a festive party! Delicate botanicals and shamrocks bring us the feeling of springtime. Seasonal green cardstock and white engraving for a bit of texture, paired with green and white hand painting makes for a stunning custom party invite.  Who doesn’t love this […]

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Painterly Prose #16 – with Harvest Crittenden

Good morning! Once again we are so happy to show off the work of Harvest Crittenden, and since spring is right around the corner, what better to pair it with than soft watercolor florals? Harvest has penned some quotes about beauty for us, also a perfect fit for springtime. Enjoy! 

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Painterly Prose #15 – with Arney Walker

It’s always good to challenge ourselves, even though it can be the hardest thing in the world to try something new, knowing that it could fail. With Arney Walker’s Painterly Prose calligraphy, we are reminded that taking the plunge can be the most rewarding way to learn. 

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Painterly Prose #14 – with Elizabeth Hardin

A breathe of fresh air for a Friday morning, brought to you by Ralph Waldo Emerson and Elizabeth Hardin of HardInk Calligraphy. It’s giving us a little spring fever while there’s still some snow on the ground here in Pennsylvania. 

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A Peek into the Studio – Rustic Floral Wedding Invitations

These rustic floral wedding invitations have it all… blush and coral peony patterns, textured cardstocks, torn edges, a sweet puppy… all topped with a soft custom crest wreath. We love the variety in the usage of the blooms. Sketchy and fading on the envelope liner, lavishly painted on the ensemble folder, and delicately blossoming on the […]

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Painterly Prose #13 – with Laura Hooper

Welcome to our newest Painterly Prose contributor, Laura Hooper! A sweet calligraphy style for an enlightening thought from one of the great minds of our time. Ever have the feeling that you’re on the verge of a something awesome? It’s a big world out there, why not go see what’s out there!

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A Peek into the Studio – Fireworks Rehearsal Invitations

Glittering gold foil, bright city lights, and hand painted fireworks light up the night sky in this impressionistic rehearsal dinner invitation. Hand painted textural dots and rhinestones give the stars dimension, above a subtle twinkling cityscape. We’ve been seeing many, many gorgeous rehearsal invitation concepts here in the studio lately, and this piece is no exception. What a […]