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Go Paint! – Shimmer Stripes as seen on Martha Stewart's The Bride's Guide

I have been painting since birth it seems.  Well, really not since birth of course but art is in my blood.  From the age of 5 or 6 I can remember making pine cone wreaths with Mom and sculpting little critters with friends.  In grade school I began art lessons with a local mentor and […]

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2010 Artful Holiday Gift Guide from Momental Designs

Well it is that time again, when we are all racing around to find the perfect gift for each person on our list.  I personally am a fan of finding the useful but unusual.  I also attempt to draw out the artist in each gift I give…so this year my gift guide is full of […]

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Press – Metallic Wedding Ideas on Martha Stewart's Bride's Guide

You may have followed my cryptic tweets and update a month or so ago about a top secret project I had the honor of being a part.  Finally, I am able to share some behind the scenes details from the “California Luxe” shoot recently featured on Martha Stewart’s The Bride’s Guide!!  Working with  Jose Villa […]

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A Royal Wedding Momental Style – William and Kate's Wedding Colors

We had to take a moment to make our predictions for William and Kate’s wedding color palette.  Kate’s style is both understated and eclectic with a nod to classic refinement.  The stunning sapphire Issa dress in silk jersey was a statement in understated elegance that we think has set the stage for this couple’s wedding […]

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A Real Momental Wedding – Jaime and Tom's Wedding, Adare Castle in Ireland Part II

Earlier this week I shared details from Jaime and Tom’s classically detailed wedding in Ireland.  Today includes a look at the cake, stationery and stunning reception! Each invitation featured a stunning palette of ecru, eggplant and taupe.  The abbey sketch by our Jessica, was hand painted with shimmery sage inks! Jessica’s sketch at the top […]

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Press – Sweet Kids Birthday Party Ideas on HWTM!

Our summer was filled with gorgeous design, the messiest of painting tables and some amazing collaborations.  Leila of Be Inspired PR is not just the gal who knows people, she is a talented and insightful designer of sorts who know how to assemble a team, inspire good design and style a killer stationery shot in […]

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A Real Momental Wedding – Jaime and Tom's Wedding, Adare Castle in Ireland Part I

When I first received the inquiry to design an invitation inspired by Adare Castle in Ireland, I could hardly believe my luck.  The Hubby and I had the good fortune of spending a night at this castle two years ago during our time in Co Limerick, Ireland.  We arrived there one stormy night and immediately […]

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Press – Top 5 Wedding Color Mistakes on The Knot!

When I received the call to chime in as a color expert for The Knot, I certainly felt honored and got right to work on ideas.  I shared thoughts on using vibrant shades with balance, avoiding overly iconic or trendy combinations, adding texture to color palettes for interest.  I also lent advice on the importance […]

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A Momental Girl Gets Married – Blue and Red Wedding Color Ideas

You have met Steph, our fun and spunky Momental Girl getting married next summer, right?  Her plans are coming together and she recently filled my inbox with a bunch of images collected over the last year!  Her favorite blogs, Once Wed, 100 Layer Cake, Wedding Chicks and Style Me Pretty have all served her well […]

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Inspirations – Coral and Black Weddings

A little something in coral and black.  How about that Ron Ben Israel cake? Cake Hand Painted Invitation Bridesmaid Dresses Papers

My Story is Art – Fall, Baby Fall Wedding Inspiration by Brancoprata

If you haven’t yet visited Brancoprata’s profile on Style Me Pretty’s Style Circle, go now.  This gal has a certain grace and style when it comes to creating an inspiration board.  This one was crafted just for me and it is divine.  Thank you.

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Renewal in PA Part III – The Favors, Cake and Stationery

For the next installment of our Renewal in PA posts, I am sharing more today about our candy favors, Sylvia Weinstock Cake and the stationery by yours truly!  Have a look at previous posts here and here to catch up on all the detail! A big part of our vow renewal planning process involved collecting. […]