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Crane & Co. Craftsmanship: A Photo Collection

2012-02-17T10:49:00.000-08:00

Today we thought you'd enjoy a guest post courtesy of Jessica from Crane, with a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible craftsmanship that goes into the Crane & Co. brand of stationery and invitations.

We are constantly in awe here of the intricate, beautifully hand-crafted work the employees in our printing and stationery factories do day after day. Many of them have been here for decades painting borders by hand, engraving names and images with enviable patience and making sure each and every detail is absolutely perfect before our customers open that Dalton Blue box.
With that in mind, here is a collection of images -- taken by our wonderful resident photographer, Trisha -- of some of the hands that make such fine craftsmanship possible every day.

Adding the finishing touch -- a pink ribbon -- to our Ecru White Baby Notes.

Getting die-cut envelope liners ready to be placed inside our 100% cotton envelopes.

Precision is just one of the details we pride ourselves on, which means each duplexed invitation is hand-measured for a perfect border.

That colorful border you see on each Crane & Co. invitation or note card you receive is lovingly hand-painted by one of our oh-so patient and skilled borderers.

A Crane & Co. employee checks the alignment to make sure all the type on this personalized stationery is equidistant from the edge.

A belly band is carefully placed around a custom-made invitation.

Thank you to Crane & Co. for this informative and enlightening collection of photos. What do you think? Did you ever realize the amount of hand-crafting that goes into these pieces?

We'd love to show you more of this premiere line of wedding invitations, event invitations and stationery here at Plandome Paperie in Manhasset, New York.
{© 2011 Blog Boutique | Crane & Co. | Photos © Crane & Co.}

2012-02-14T11:54:00.000-08:00

While the thought of writing thank-you notes can be daunting in this age of email, it is much easier than you think and so much more appreciated than an email. Without further ado, sit down with some beautiful stationery and show your gratitude. Here's a quick how-to to get you started. . . .
1. Greet the Giver ~ although an obvious one, the "Dear Aunt Jane" line is often overlooked.
2. Express your Gratitude ~ without any unnecessary lead-ins, simply say "Thank you so much for the fill in the blank." If the gift was money, thank them for their generosity but do not directly mention money.
3. Discuss Use ~ say something nice about the gift and how you will use it.
4. Mention the Past, Allude to the Future ~ let the giver know how they fit into your life. {"It was great to see you at Jenny's birthday party, and I hope to see you soon."}
5. Grace ~ express your thanks one more time.
6. Regards ~ Simply wrap up the note using whatever sign-off feels right to you (love, yours truly, etc.).
7. Get it in the Mail ~ address the envelope, stick a great stamp on it, and post it.
Think of the sense of accomplishment you will feel, how appreciated the giver will feel, and the continued stream of gifts you will receive from a happy giver!
{© 2011 Blog Boutique | Holly of Salutations | Photo © Ceressa Bateman}

Color Inspiration: Coral, Black + Blush

2011-12-25T06:40:00.000-08:00

This color combination is sweet, feminine and perfect for the sophisticated, modern bride looking for a contemporary twist on the traditional.

William Arthur ~ Wedding Collection

2011-08-22T06:27:00.000-07:00

A wedding invitation from William Arthur makes a lasting impression when it's received in the mail. The substantial weight and creamy smooth texture of the signature papers; the sophistication and artistry of design; and the exquisite quality and fine craftsmanship of the printing combine for a beautiful finished product, the perfect way to announce to the world the details of your very special celebration.

The Maine-based company is world-renowned for exceptional quality printing and stationery design, with a wide variety of styles, wedding invitation formats and price points to satisfy the tastes and expectations of today’s brides.
From formal to casual styles, from gala events to smaller, intimate celebrations, William Arthur’s wedding invitation collection captures the heart of every wedding. The wedding invitation line features classic, heavyweight papers and elegant, richly embossed border designs. Some of the newer designs include creamy smooth, substantial letterpress papers; elegant, generously proportioned fold-over invitations; scalloped edge papers; embossed pocket folders; and graceful French flap envelopes.
You can see more of this premiere line of wedding invitations by visiting Plandome Paperie in Manhasset, New York

A Fairy Tale Sunset Wedding

2011-07-09T14:47:00.000-07:00

Your special day, in cool aquas and shades of a peach sunset!

Invitation, Two Brunettes
Bouquet, Saipua
Cake, Martha Stewart Weddings
Wedding Dress, Johanna Johnson
Outdoor Garden Runner, Martha Stewart Weddings
Flower Brooch, Twigs and Honey
Earrings, Agua Doce
Cake Topper, Lauren Alane

Envelopments ~ Make Yours Unique: Custom Wedding Invitations

2011-06-24T23:04:00.000-07:00

The whole idea behind working with a designer to create a custom wedding invitation is to put some of your personality in it, to convey some of your own unique style, or to preview what will be the celebration of the year by incorporating elements of the venue. Not only does the Envelopments^® line we carry have everything you’ll need to make your wedding invitations exactly the way you want them, but we are ready, willing and able to help you create an invitation that is a keepsake.

Here are some stand-out design inspirations from Envelopments:

The Sarah & Edwynn ensemble plays on the popular vintage theme, using unique artwork, graphic elements, and an unconventional layout using five different fonts. Because there is so much visual interest in the graphic design elements, you can be low-key with the paper goods. Using Envelopments stocks in a restricted palette of tone-on-tone blues (Navajo, Indigo and Aruba) and whites (Dove and White Micah) allows for the organized chaos in the layout.

A summer wedding calls for a fresh palette like the Karina & Jordan design. A light feeling of airiness with minimal type design was the goal by accenting the ensemble with curvy calligraphic elements. Keeping the color story in soft greens and ivories, and combining a variety of matte and metallic stocks, creates a subtle balance of visual highs and lows. Because texture is huge in 2011, try the fabric-like weave of a Magnolia Pocket Fold^®enclosure.

Yellow has been a vital color for the past few months. Envelopments recently unveiled Soleil, a vibrant matte stock that guarantees sunshine on your special day. In the Carolyn & William invitation, the perfect contrast was created using a bright Soleil Pocket Fold® enclosure against various black and white Envelopments patterns.

The Jocelyn & Holden ensemble features a preppy palette of green and blue. A combination of stripes, banners and calligraphy ornaments creates a visual theme for the event. Check out the tattoo-inspired script font. The dynamic shape of the Twist Card is perfect to display a photograph of the couple on the front and a handwritten note on the back.

The marriage of neutral and bright colors plays well off each other in the Bethany & Douglas featured sample. Imagine the groom wearing a crisp khaki suit with a bold orange tie. You can see the love of paper unfold in this gorgeous wedding invitation.

Is it wrong to fall in love with a font? The Lizette & Anthony featured sample has typography with intricate details in each character that demand to be oversized. The monochromatic palette of crèmes and soft blues can stand up to the visual impact of the bold graphic design without edging over the top.

The Angelique & Bradley featured sample is a tight representation of a wedding invitation. This custom scored Z-card has the invitation printed on the left panel, the reception information in the center and the response set mounted onto the right panel. A simple panel card has a great impact using graphics on a Save the Date announcement. A soft set of Dove-SWI96 and Magnolia-REP96 Favor Containers add that darling touch to an elegant event.

This one is for those adventurous couples who aren’t afraid of color. The Darla & Kevin featured sample incorporates the brightness of Magnolia-BLO17 and Reef, which are carried through the printed panels as typography.
Whether you’re looking for something simply chic or over-the-top, whether your aesthetic is minimalistic or you’re a die-hard maximalist, if you prefer a restricted palette or defy all rules of color theory, Envelopments has a solution for your wedding ensemble.

You can see more of this fabulous line of Envelopments card stocks, pocket folds, envelopes and more to create your custom invitations and define your moment by visiting Plandome Paperie in Manhasset, New York.

Boatman Geller ~ Profile

2011-01-02T06:40:00.000-08:00

Boatman Geller was founded in 2002 by designer Jane Boatman Geller. It began with a line of personalized stationery and announcements created from an authentic French toile. Jane combined her love of classic patterns with unexpected color combinations, creating a fresh new twist on the traditional. Preppy plaids, modern graphic patterns, as well as damasks and florals were soon added to the line.
Jane’s vision is to create fresh, lifestyle-inspired designs that people can relate to. The patterns, colors, and icons in the Boatman Geller Collections embody Jane's idea of "the good life".

The Boatman Geller Collections include personalized social stationery | invitations & announcements | photocards | notepads & note sheets in acrylics | calendars | bag tags | stickers & address labels | lucite trays & ice buckets | recipe cards & recipe boxes | napkins | placemats | melamine plates & platters

You can see more of this fabulous line of personalized stationery, invitations and gifts by visiting Plandome Paperie in Manhasset, New York.