1.29.2009

Poppies will make them sleep...well, we hope not!

My first wedding invitation design was of course for my own recent wedding. We chose poppies as our theme for their bold, graphic, yet classy look. So I elected the help of my friend and local artist Robin Ewers to create an original drawing of poppies for our invitations. Her artwork was breathtaking and I was able to create a nice clean, bold look using some of Photoshop and Illustrator skills. So without further ado, I give you our poppy invitations...


The invitation set included a reply postcard, satin ribbon band with poppy seal and matching address labels. The main invitation card, about us card, directions and reply postcard were held into the folder using black photo corners. I also lined the envelopes with a poppy pattern...pictures of the actual finished product to come.

Matching favor tags and more to come from this poppy design...

1.28.2009

Come and knock on our door...

The Chocolate Paper Boutique is currently under construction. But that doesn't mean we're not open for business! So check out our temporary store front and contact me for all your invitation needs.

1.27.2009

Where's my milk?

Welcome to your Daily Dose of Chocolate.
If you find yourself asking what you're doing here and where's all the chocolate, don't worry, I'll explain...my name is Mary, I am a designer and yes, I love chocolate. But we're not here to discuss the difference between Dove and Hershey's - no, here I'd like to simply share my daily thoughts, inspirations, and any other finds I just can't keep to myself.

So why "chocolate?" I am in the process of starting my own invitation business - Chocolate Paper Boutique. I chose that name as I want to create designs that look so good you'll want to eat them. And what's my favorite thing to eat? You guessed it - chocolate. So grab your favorite chocolaty indulgence, pour yourself a tall glass of milk, and let's have some fun!