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CHANEL & MITCHELL || ADDY AWARD WINNING WHIMSICAL WEDDING STATIONERY

Already having a traditional Hmong wedding ceremony, Chanel and Mitchell looked to having a celebration that had a more modern westernized feel.

Marble & metallic wedding invitations

STYLIZED WEDDING SHOOT || MARBLE PAIRED WITH METALLIC COPPER

You know, Madison has some great wedding professionals. I was fortunate to collaborate in this Chic Amour Wedding Scape editorial piece for

Laser-cut wedding invitation by Sugar Pear Design

AMANDA & CORY || LASER-CUT WEDDING INVITATION

Spring is a time for new beginnings. Flowers start to pop up. The days become longer. Although trees may be bare, their

Forsyth Park Fountain icon on wedding save-the-date

JANELLE & RYAN || ADDY AWARD WINNING WEDDING STATIONERY

While visiting the historic district of Savannah, Georgia, the Forsyth Park Fountain is a must-see. This well-known icon is often the site

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QUOTES TO LIVE BY
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Happy and safe 4th of July!

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Come one, come all!
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This whimsical and retro carnival-inspired elopement shoot made its way to #wisconsinbridemagazine newsfeed and featured post. A hippy 70's vibe and boho aesthetic provide fun engagement or elopement inspiration. Playful retro design and signage set the tone for a whimsical evening.
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Venue: @eastwindchristmastreefarm
Photography: @larissamariephoto
Event Design/Planning/Coordination: @larissamariephoto
Floral: @sunborngardens
Confections: @deliciousunvailed
Models: @shoplmcboutique
Attire: @shoplmcboutique
Hair & Make-up Styling: @lovelyelegancehairandmakeup
Rings: @sohadiamondco
Rentals: @velvet_rentals
Photo Booth: @the_little_chic_shasta
Carnival Games: @pintsizedparties
Cotton Candy Booth: @sugarsmith__
Photo Bus: @madisonphotobus
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign
Editorial Feature: @wisconsinbride

Did you hear that the @playatmcm is now open?! Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin's state capital - it's a playland for children and adults alike. Be sure to check with them for a non-traditional wedding venue. (at this time, I am unsure if they are conducting tours).
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This invitation for Emily and Spencer may result in some guests wondering why a chicken sculpture made its way on their invitation. Once they attended their rooftop ceremony, they quickly understood why. Dr. Evermore's Two-Headed Chicken welcomes guests of all ages to the museum as it keeps an eye (or would it be 4 eyes?) on the capital square. The invitation set the tone for their fun and lighthearted celebration with bright orange and playful typography.
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Ceremony & Reception Venue: @playatmcm
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign

I have a policy that I don't share my couple's wedding stationery pieces until after their event. But this one is too good not to share - only a sneak peek, though! Swipe ⬅️ to see. Those familiar with @ventosavyds will recognize this tree. Check back this fall for the full suite!
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Ceremony & Reception Venue: @ventosavyds
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign

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Anneliese and Peter came to me looking for #weddingbranding. They described their look as preppy blue and white - but NOT nautical. I designed their monogram, which appeared throughout their wedding — from the save-the-dates to invitations to day-of elements. Anneliese had linens custom-made with a combination of patterns to go with her vision. These patterns appeared on the invitation enclosure's backside to tie everything together and have that one cohesive look. Being a big #badgerfootball fan, their pint glass wedding favors with their monogram and the popcorn late-night snack were on point.
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Ceremony Venue: Midvale Community Lutheran Church
Reception Venue: @nakomagolfclub
Rehearsal Venue: @portabellarest
Photography: Pierre's Portrait Art Co.
Confections: La Brioche True Food
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign

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Elizabeth and Zachary wanted their #weddinginvitations to speak for themselves. Elegantly letterpress printed in a soft grey paired with Tiffany blue.
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Sometimes more is less.
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Ceremony Venue: Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish
Reception Venue: @themadisonconcoursehotel
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign

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QUOTES TO LIVE BY
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June is Pride Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the work of LGBTQ+ activists. It's a time to uplift their voices, celebrate their culture, recognize the achievements, and support their rights. Although still a road to travel, their resilience should be recognized.
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Opening our minds and hearts is a path we must take to allow everyone to be who they are; it will enable us to truly see and support each other.

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Although the wedding took place in a rustic yet charming venue in rural southern Wisconsin, Quynh & Cian's event was anything but casual. Gourmandise was only natural for this epicure couple, who have traveled the world searching for great cuisines. Their wedding stationery needed to fit this image. A sleek modern letterpress printed wedding suite complete with black labels with gold ink was the perfect solution!
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Ceremony Venue: St. Bernard Catholic Church
Reception Venue: @overthevineswi
Friday Welcome Venue: Tornado Steak House
Sunday Brunch Venue: @sardinemadison
Photography: @twigandolive
Event Design/Planning/Coordination: Top Shelf Weddings & Events
Floral: @daffodilparker
Reception Entertainment: Primitive Culture Band
Catering: @undergroundmeats
Coffee Service: @johnsonpublichouse
Confections: @bloombakeshop
Bridal Attire: @verasbridals
Hair & Make-up Styling: @alankoasalonspa
Gentlemen’s Attire: @bonobos
Rentals: @alacraterentals & Vintage Inspirations & Midwest Textiles
Transportation: Gallant Knight Limousine & @badgerbus
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign
Editorial Feature: @wedplanandguide

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As a designer herself, Erica knew that creating a branded look is important. It creates cohesiveness and continuity. Wanting to have a charming feel to hers and Dan's #weddingstationery, I incorporated butterflies in a whimsical way that paired well with their spring canary yellow and teal blue color palette. From their #invitation, I expanded the design to their day-of pieces, including the ceremony program, escort cards, and wedding advice cards.
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Ceremony Venue: @rotarybotanicalgardens
Reception Venue: @mononaterrace
Photography: @creativelookstudios
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign
Stationery Photography: @twigandolive

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INVITATION 101 | Accommodation Information
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When relaying accommodation information to your guests, be sure to include the following:
🏩 Phone number
🏩 Website
🏩 Street address
🏩 Discounted rates and booking deadline
🏩 Room block referrals/code
🏩 Google map link (for website)
🏩 Note any to/from airport shuttle transportation
🏩 Specify if the hotel is in close approximation from the venue/s
🏩 Any specifics such as if there is a mandatory multiple night stay or another big event that the area would see an increase of travelers
🏩 If listing various options, indicate which one is the preferred accommodation
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👉🏼 Pro tip: Communicate this information to your guests in your save-the-dates. Otherwise, be sure to include it as an enclosure and on your wedding website.
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"For your convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved at [name of accommodation] in [city]. When calling to make your reservation, please mention the [block referral] wedding to receive a discounted rate. Please call [phone number] to make your reservation by [date]."

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Clean typography on faux tree-textured paper gave a glimpse of Kristen & Jason's unique personality to their guests. Loving both the outdoors and the modern urban life, they used river stones as place "cards" for their guests that doubled as a favor. Adding to the personal touches, Jason designed their K&J monogram.
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two lives, two hearts
joined together in friendship
united forever in love
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Ceremony Venue: @smgparish
Reception Venue: @overturecenter
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign

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Spring is about new beginnings and renewal, making it a meaningful season to marry. It brings natural beauty with beautiful blooms. For Amy & Alvin, it was a perfect time to celebrate their new life together.
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Incorporating handmade paper with pressed flower petals brought the season to their guests’ mailboxes. Their invitation booklet housed all the necessary information.
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Ceremony & Reception Venue: Warner Park Community Recreation Center
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign

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Sometimes less is not always more.

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Weddings are personal expressions. Ashley & Mark wanted to create a romantic, dazzling, and elegant mood for their wedding, with a little bit of playful sass thrown in. What came known as a country chic theme, the @thepavilionatorchardridgefarms was the perfect backdrop to bring it all together. Meaningful to them and memorable for their guests attending the celebration.
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Pink. Romantic. Full of charm. A perfect recipe for a country chic wedding!
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PS - For interior design inspo, follow the morning DJ, artistic woodworker @ashleykix in her progress of building their dream home. I promise you'll be inspired!.
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Ceremony Venue: St. John Vianney Catholic Church
Reception Venue: @thepavilionatorchardridgefarms
Photography: Mandy Blair Photography
Floral: @floralexpressionsjanesville
Reception Entertainment: @uchicagovoices & Wisco Disco Mobile DJs
Catering: Henrici's Catering
Confections: @gigiscupcakesmadison
Bridal Attire: @bellabiancabridalcouture
Bridesmaids’ Dresses: @marahselegantbridal
Hair Styling: @salonenvymilton
Make-up Styling: Katie May
Gentlemen’s Attire: Men's Warehouse
Rings: @chalmersjewelers
Uplighting & Linens: @eventfloralinc
Personal Trainer: @alimcwilliams
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign
Stationery Photography: @twigandolive

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Lilacs have a deep-rooted history originating in ancient Greek mythology and are strongly correlated with love and romance. The early spring-time bloom symbolizing fresh beginnings and the start of new love was the flower of choice for Keri & Derek. They knew just where to go for the sweet, powerful fragrance. Heading to Keri's grandmother's garden, they filled her bouquet with the sweet floral aroma.
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This month, Keri & Derek celebrate their eighth anniversary. Coincidentally, the lilac is the official flower for such a milestone! Best wishes on your anniversary!
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Ceremony & Reception Venue: @lakewindsorccweddings_events
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign

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INVITATION 101 | Adult-only
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It could be because I design custom wedding stationery pieces that I firmly believe that each of my couples should plan their wedding to suit their vision. Precisely who they want to invite, plus-ones and/or children, is ultimately up to them — no need to explain the reasoning.
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How do you go about relaying adult-only information to your guests? What's the most polite, discreet, and effective way to communicate this? It is best to be clear and consistent from the beginning by setting the parameters for your day.
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1). The first step would be the invitation itself. It is essential to address each invitation to exactly who you intend to invite. Only invited guests are named on the invitation.
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2). Reinforce your wishes on the response card.
Indicate how many seats you are allotting for each invitation.
"Numbering attending: ___ of ___ guests."
Fill in the 2nd line with the number of guests included in each invitation
"We have reserved _____ seats for you."
"__ seats have been reserved." Having guests respond online? Input all guests ahead of time, use a drop-down menu with only those guests, or have guests check off those names in attendance.
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3). Highlight this request on your wedding website.
Again, you do not need to explain your reason why you are making this choice! You do need to be open and honest - and quite possibly firm with your choice. You must graciously accept that some guests may bow out. The reality is, you can't satisfy everyone. It's okay to say an adults-only wedding is a personal decision and leave it at that. You and your partner get to decide who's invited — period.
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4). Address guests not abiding by your wishes sooner than later. If you feel that you owe an explanation, budget, limited space, or venue constraints are often understood as valid reasons.
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5). Offer alternatives. Consider including information for a local babysitting service or provide childcare in a reserved room. If graciously offering childcare, be sure to get a headcount on the number of children and their ages. You'll want to equip the care with the appropriate number of providers and necessary equipment.

Romantic. Sophisticated. Soft. Springy.
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Words describing this styled shoot. Highlighting nature blessing the world with its spring blooms. Cherry trees in full blossom created a perfect backdrop. A white country table invited the bride and groom to enjoy rhubarb tarts with fresh cream. Hues of rose pink in the #weddingstationery enhanced that of the depression glass, the lace of the bridal gown, and the soft spring floral elements.
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This stylized shoot earned a feature on @wisconsinbride..
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Photography: @generationswfnp
Event Design/Planning/Coordination: @spiritandstyleevents
Floral: @generationswfnp
Confections: @humblesweetandsavorypies
Bridal Attire: @premierecouturevip
Hair & Make-up Styling: Rebecca Pope
Rings: @thediamondcenterinc
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign
Editorial Feature: @wisconsinbride

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Wishing all mothers — biological mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, stepmothers, mothers-in-law, foster moms, bonus moms, aunts, wives, partners, sisters, fur-baby mamas — a beautiful day!
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And, sending love to those who are struggling now, whether it be grieving a loss, single-parenting, or missing a loved one. Hold your own heart close. Give yourself grace and space. ((hugs))

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For @libsstagram & John, it was all about finding the perfect venue. It was the neutral design and beauty of the @overturecenter that won them over. It fit perfectly for their modern and classy wedding. All other aspects of their day followed suit.
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A champagne celebration was fitting for their optional black-tie event. A favorite drink for Libby & John, it was incorporated both literally and figuratively. Glasses of champagne welcomed guests to the ceremony and continued to flow throughout the evening. As F. Scott Fitzgerald said: "Too much of anything is bad, but too much champagne is just right."
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Their stationery pieces mimicked the "champagne celebration" vibe with bold contemporary typography and well-thought-out use of white space, mirroring the venue's design and color palette of black, champagne, and gold.
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Their stationery suite earned itself an ADDY® award and a feature on @wisconsinbride Real Wedding blog, @wedplanandguide publication, and highlighted on @nbc15_madison.
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Ceremony & Reception Venue: @overturecenter
Rehearsal Venue: Brocach Irish Pub
Photography: @laurazastrowphoto
Reception Entertainment: @velocitytheband
& @uwbadgerband
Ice Cream: @kelleycountrycreamery
Confections: @fosdalhomebakery
Bridal Attire: @mira_couture
Hair Styling: @archapothecary
Make-up Styling: @babz8675
Bridesmaids' Attire: @badgleymischka
Rings: @voyagerscambridge
Stationery & Paper Goods: @sugarpeardesign
Editorial Feature: @wisconsinbride, @wedplanandguide & @nbc15_madison

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