Here is another great font that could be used for wedding invitations or other stationary items. Www.myfonts.com described this font as: “A contemporary nod to Italian typographic heritage, LiebeDoni’s warm and friendly style is perfect for—literally—bold headlines and impressive invitations.” Designed by Ulrike Wilhelm in 2011, this font is beautiful, bold, and elegant all in one.
New items in my Etsy shop: Wedding Guestbook Posters! Have your wedding guests sign one of these beautiful posters to commemorate your wedding. The poster size is 11 by 14 inches, recommended to be matted in a 16 by 20 frame… beautiful! Customers can choose any of the designs for my invitations to be made into a custom poster. Contact me for more details, and visit my Etsy page: http://www.sofiainvitations.etsy.com
Art nouveau has always been one of my favorite art periods. I love the rich colors and repeating patterns (I studied textile design, so how could I not love this period in time?). So many artists made work during this period, and so many artists today are still inspired by this period that it is easy to find beautiful images to draw for inspiration. Here is my inspiration board for art nouveau. I am working on an art nouveau style invitation…to be seen later..
What do you think of this new invitation? I was playing with my watercolors and got inspired to use a watercolor background as the theme for an invitation suite. I think I am still toying with the fonts, layout, and color. I would love to hear your thoughts!
Please go to Minted to see more of my final submissions for the Children’s Stationary Challenge. You can critique my designs, and after September 5th you can vote on them! Here is the link: http://www.minted.com/designer/sofiainvitations
I want to thank everyone for their feedback on my children’s stationary sketches. I have edited the designs more, and will be submitting these designs soon (perhaps with a little more tweaking first). You can see my already submitted designs for past competitions, and for this competition once I submit the designs, here… http://www.minted.com/designer/sofiainvitations
Check out the link by September 4th. By then I will have uploaded 3 more designs I am working on right now!
Etsy is full of shop owners that sell beautiful decorations for weddings or parties. “Modern Vintage” is a trend in party and event design at the moment, especially for weddings. Check out these items and think about using them for your party or wedding. All are reasonably priced and your guests are sure to love them.
1) Chalkboard with birds: http://www.etsy.com/shop/minthome
2) Graphic numbers: http://www.etsy.com/shop/RecycleBuyVintage
3) http://www.etsy.com/shop/anyoccasionbanners
4) http://www.etsy.com/shop/ourhobbytoyourhome
5) Kraft paper table number: http://www.etsy.com/shop/sofiainvitations
6) Peony table marker: http://www.etsy.com/shop/hshaw77
7) Photo booth sign: http://www.etsy.com/shop/tcart2010
8) Small chalkboard: http://www.etsy.com/shop/thefunkyshack
The gothic era is full of bold patterns and rich colors. Use modern day gothic design elements to set the tone for your wedding. You can go daring with this, or play it a little safe!
1) Victorian inspired plates: http://fkmx.com/victoriangothicsaladplates
2) Lace and Doily Plates: www.target.com
3) Blue jewel necklace: www.net-a-porter.com
4) Scarlet Dress: http://www.starletsandharlets.com/Gothic_Dress_Goth_Dresses_Gothic_Clothing_p/towner-33570-red.htm
5) Red rose hair pins: http://www.etsy.com/listing/44100484/gothic-victorian-red-rose-cameo-hair?ref=sr_gallery_12&ga_search_query=punk+pin&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=34&order=&includes[0]=tags&includes[1]=title
6) Candlebras: http://www.gallery803.com/Candelabraslist.aspx?Category=214
7) Mirror: http://www.grandinroad.com/
8) Wedding cake: http://www.weddingandcakes.com/goth-wedding-cakes/
9) Wedding dress: http://www.magicalomaha.com
10) Bouquet: http://www.flower-arrangement-advisor.com/red-rose-bouquet.html
11) Chandelier thank you card: http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetbellacards
12) Ring pillow: http://www.etsy.com/shop/kaleidoskopicromance
I am working on a few designs for the latest competition at Minted: Children’s Stationary. You can read about the competition (and later see my submissions) here: http://www.minted.com/contest. The designs can be for all ages, baby to 14….and for boys or girls. I am working on getting the best color scheme for the below design before I size it correctly and get the best composition. What do you think? Which color scheme is best?
Give a custom designed art print to a couple for their wedding, your wife or husband for your anniversary, as a wedding day gift to each other, or an engagement gift! Here is one art print that can be customized, see my Etsy shop for more: www.sofiainvitations.etsy.com
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