Inspired Ink – A Vintage Hawaiian Wedding Invitation

I am thrilled to bring you this  Inspired Ink hand-picked by Amanda from Ruffled Blog!  Amanda sent over the loveliest inspiration board to enlighten my creation and I am so glad she did.

Sources (clockwise)  Top: One Love Photo, dress from Strim Vintage , poster from All Posters. Bottom: cake shot , hula girls by One Love Photo.

This week it is all about giving a vintage edge to Hawaiian wedding themes.  Now let’s not be afraid of the word theme here (I know, I know it is overused at times).  The word Hawaii, for me, conjures images of soft sands, crystal waters, vibrant blooms and warm breezes – what better wedding inspiration – right?

The choice of kraft paper allowed the sweeping painted details in ivory acrylic to really pop!  A simple tied program on apricot shimmer cardstock was a fun, unexpected contrast of materials.   Overall I wanted to infuse warmth and vibrance with a touch of refinement.  The envelope liner even sports a bit of painting in the upper right to unify the look (Imagine a liner cut from vintage Hawaii posters – hmmm…).

Thanks again Amanda!

Robin A.

SO fun and now feeling very retro!

Can I tell you how excited I am to be creating this custom illustration for your wedding invitation!

Vintage Poster

Erica

I created the look using my delicate lacy leaves pattern in a olive green ink.  Soft gold hand-painted details in select leaves add a subtle vintage feel.

Renewal Inspirations – Depression Glass and Vintage Linens

An inpromptu trip to a local Antique market last weekend was all I needed to get inspired.  Last week I announced that The Hubby and I are planning a wedding vow renewal bash.  I must admit settling on a color palette has been difficult for me.   Wandering around the Antique Center I was repeatedly drawn to the vintage tablecloths in so many of the booths.  Picking up a simple piece with light orange and yellow roses, worn from use and frayed a bit on the edges I was immediately drawn in.  At that moment I knew the search for our perfect color palette was over and boy was I lucky The Hubby agreed!

From there I found a few Depression Glass pieces I hope to use as centerpieces, reminding me so much of the lovlies in my mother’s china closet, I marveled at as a child.

During the stationery design process I always encourage my clients to find inspiration in uncommon places.  A cherished card kept in a memory box for years, a simple dinner plate loved for it’s pattern or a field full of wildflowers growing along the interstate.  In my experience it is a heightened awareness of those items you surround yourself with most often that can inspire with most meaning and passion.

What seemingly mundane items have inspired your planning process?