Inspired Ink – Mexican Otomi Fabric

This week’s Inspired Ink post evolved out of a simple Twitter conversation that transpired a while back.  Annemarie from Perfect Bound “tweeted” this colorful headboard project courtesy of Design Sponge.

Here is what she said:

and then me….

and so the challenge was born…

Headboard

The simple pattern instantly reminded me of Matisse’s later cutout pieces with its dynamic shapes and bold contrast of color and space.  I love how the  pattern instantly enlivens the space and am fascinated by how a simplistic silhouette can communicate such elegance.  Surprisingly this is what I am most drawn to and the color specifically is secondary.

I used a very rudimentary technique for this design, perhaps one that would remind you of a grade school art project – I’ll let you guess.  A basic bloom sketch was paired down to a simple silhouette.  Reproduced in a creamy ivory acrylic ink, each flower was hand-painted  with tiny dots in a persimmon red.

Thanks Anne-Marie for inspiring the idea!

Inspired Ink – Edward Hopper

Inspired Ink posts were originally begun on my blog in 2007.  This past summer I began blogging for Weddingbee PRO and decided to share  my Inspired Ink posts with the PRO audience.  As I am sure many of you know Bee Kim, founder of Weddingbee.com recently gave birth and thus decided to put Weddingbee PRO on ice for a few months.  We all wish Bee some much deservedrest and time with family!

So Inspired Ink has returned here  but for the next few weeks I would like to share my creations until now only seen on Weddingbee PRO!  Enjoy!

As originally posted on Weddingbee PRO:

“Inspired Ink” began as a weekly post on my personal blog last year.  The idea is to take an image that inspired me the previous week and create a custom invitation based on that same image.  One of my favorites from earlier this year was a little number I created after finding what I call “Suspended Orchids” on Karen Tran’s enchanting blog.  I just loved the sparkle and shine she captured as the sunlight trickled through the glass spheres and felt compelled to capture the look on paper!

So each week I plan to continue my “Inspired Ink” tradition as an exclusive-to-Weddingbee PRO post! This week I chose an Edward Hopper painting titled “Le Bistro / The Wine Shop”,  1909.  The mood captured here is what I find most striking; calm and serene.  The Silvery blues, grays and a touch of sienna and scarlet (more visible in person) come together beautifully in this canvas I had the pleasure of viewing in person last week at The Whitney.

Photo Credit

I combined our newest Swoosh and Swirl pattern with hand-painted strokes of white plus tiny red dots in scarlet ink.

Find an image that catches your eye and would like to inspire one of my posts?  Send me an email, your image and a short description to kristyrice@momentaldesigns.com

Inspired Ink – New look, new photos part II

Layers of watercolor paper proved to be the perfect backdrop.

Black, yellow and white – yum! Pretty papers fresh from our travels to the National Stationery Show.

Shane sent these to me late last night – I am just thrilled. I really love how he captured the hand-painted details on Shea’s unique wedding announcement.

Inspired Ink – Suspended Orchids

I explore Karen Tran’s blog and website almost daily and each time I visit I notice something new. I fell for her suspended orchid centerpiece creation – the graceful shapes, crisp color and glistening details are just breathtaking. For this week’s Inspired Ink post I created a Cascading Vintage Lacy design in shades of ecru, gray and lush green. I love how the shadows in the glass ornaments echo the crystal glistening on the invitation.

Darin Fong Photography

Peacocks, Willows and Eventology – The Collaborative Process

One of the most exciting parts of my design days is when I have the chance to collaborate with other vendors. Recently I created items for 2 events. Randy from Wicked Willow noticed my stationery pieces and the I DO Brunch last month and contacted me to create several items for a 18th Annual Great Chefs’ Dinner in Baltimore. Her short description of the tablescape was all I needed to roll with the design. I chose my peacock feather illustration with hand-painted strokes of copper throughout. Shimmering aqua cardstock was a unexpected but quite savvy choice. Randy created magic with crystal, feathers, orchids, bronze birdcages and shades of aqua. I can imagine a stunning ocean interpretation of this design – white coral anyone?

Eventology o9 was a fabulous event (at the Omni Hotel in Indianapolis) for industry professionals orchestrated by Katasha of K Sherrie and Company. I created custom thank you notes for each attendee featuring a personalized wrap, gray satin pull and gunmetal cardstock pocket presentation. My signature petal bloom was hand-painted with touches of shimmering deep lilac and a tiny rhinestone embellishment. Take a look at this amazing palette of orange, fuchsia and black – wow!

Looks like everyone had a blast – love this b&w shot!

Images courtesy of JK Photographers

Inspired Ink – Cherry Blossoms, Ocean Waves and Pearl Posies!

It has been another busy week for the Momental Girls. Pictured here from left to right are a few of our favorites: Phoebe’s hand-painted yellow blooms on gold shimmer cardstock, Amy’s grommet style pocket invitations, Jody’s Petal menus, Misty’s Vintage Lacy Ocean Inspired Tree, Kris’s Posies with taupe brushstrokes and last but not least Regan’s pink shimmer Cherry Blossom day of stationery (love the Burnt Sugar borders on the programs)!

10 things about me.

I thought this might be fun…here are 10 random facts I wanted to share. Comment if you like – but be nice