Showing posts with label marabou design. Show all posts
Showing posts with label marabou design. Show all posts

Friday, April 20, 2012

Friday Favorite

We are big fans of bold graphics & literary classics. So when I stumbled across BabyLit® new series of children's books I could hardly contain my excitement!

Our Friday favorite goes to none other than author & University of Washington grad, Jennifer Adams. Jennifer received her degree in English literature in my beloved Emerald City. We are a big fans of her work & gift her products any chance we get.

 

These mini masterpieces paired with the colorful imagination of Sugar illustrator & designer, Allison Oliver is a must have for any little person in your life. I can't think of a better way to introduce literary classics to young gazers & readers.


The BabyLit® series includes: Alice in Wonderland, Jane Eyre, Romeo and Juliet, and Pride and Prejudice. All copies listed above adorn the shelves of my daughter's library.

These books have quickly become everyday favorites!




Friday, April 6, 2012

New Art Prints!

We are over the moon excited to introduce our latest design project, Art Prints!
This is a limited edition print, so get it while the gettin' is good!

Sold unframed with archival pigment ink, produced in 100% cotton rag paper.
This print can be customized & is available in three color ways!

The letter “A” can represent many things. What does it mean to you?


Our Artisan prints are available in the sizes listed below. 


Modeled by the lovely Annie Clark for Minted.

Framing your Art Print is recommended to best show off your new purchase and
 to protect the quality of the paper and printing.


Exclusively at Minted


Friday, March 23, 2012

New Cultural Wedding Invitations!

Announce your upcoming nuptials with a unique modern spin on the traditional.

Our unique wedding invitations can be suited to your pleasure with our custom matching accessories.
Also available in alternative colors!

Featured design: Chute


Matching Slip-In Envelope Liners.

Announce your dream destination wedding with this bold Africa print!


Featured design: Daishiki


Matching Slip-In Envelope Liner & Skinny Wrap Label.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Happy Leap Year!

Where will you be four years from now? 


On February 29, 2016, I will be a proud mother of an eight year old, still happily married to John & a published author. I will continue to grow my business, collaborate & network with other creatives, travel, love my family & enjoy the finer smaller things in life. 

Happy Leap Day peeps! xo    

Illustration: Keep Following the Heartlines on Your Hand
This classic form of fortune-telling was mapped out by Alyssa Nassner and taken to final by Meera Lee Patel. Brilliant!

Thursday, January 19, 2012

February Twenty-Twelve



Wear your heart on your sleeve this February & spread the love with our Valentine's Day cards!
Perfect for co-workers, classmates & loved ones alike! 


Keep it chic and stylish but ever so cute with these adorable kitty silhouettes.


Sometimes it's hard to find the right words to say "Will you be mine?" Make it easier for yourself this Valentine's Day with these witty cards.


Delicate hearts rain down on a pretty silhouette in these lovely cards.


A delightful wreath of hearts encircle a simple Valentine greeting.


Set your heart aflutter with this upstream of love that is sure to be a pick me up
for any would be Valentine!

Pop over to our Minted Storefront to view many other designs that can be customized to your liking! 
Wishing you & your loved ones a year full hugs & kisses! xoxo

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Minted: Art Prints

The first-ever Minted Art Print Challenge launched a flurry of entries. 1,413 to be exact! As a collector/aficionado of wall art I was excited to scour through the designs entered, hearting my favorites. Listed below are 10 eye-catching designs sure to highlight any wall space in your home or nursery. 





















Saturday, December 31, 2011

Auld Lang Syne


Crossing off another calendar year is a time for reflection. A chance to reorganize, prioritize and give thanks. I am anxiously awaiting the stroke of midnight, to welcome 2012 & bid farewell to 2011. The  past twelve months have been rich with transition & patience learned. My New Years resolution is to dedicate more design time to personal projects.    

Eleven highlights of Twenty-Eleven: In no particular order.

1. Moved to Locust Point, Maryland
2. Toured Washington, DC
3. Spent my 31st birthday in NYC
4. Colin Cowie highlighted & featured our Visage design
5. Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine featured our Onesie design
6. December 2011 marked our highest selling holiday to date!
7. Ava enrolled in her 1st team sport (soccer) The Shooting Stars
8.  Moved back to Washington State
9. Legally change last name
10. Tattooed forearm
11. Top 2 apps of 2011: Spotify & Instagram

I have so much to be thankful for! These eleven highlights are just the tip of the iceberg that was 2011. Wishing you & yours a happy, healthy & joyous New Year! xo!

Auld Lang Syne

Friday, December 23, 2011

Season's Greetings!


Thank you all for supporting us & making this year our greatest selling holiday to date!

Design featured: Festoon 


Friday, December 16, 2011

Memorable Mugs

With the weather outside so frightful, stay warm & cozy with these fantastic mugs. They will have you reaching for your favorite beverage time after time!



This vivid triangular mug belongs in my possession. 


Pantone has announced it's 2012 color of the year as 17-1463 aka Tangerine Tango! This color has been a favorite of mine for years. I am happy to see it recognized as a leader of the pack! 

You can never go wrong with a monogram! 
by Indigo.



Saturday, December 10, 2011

Gifts That Give Back!

Throughout the year my husband & I encourage our daughter to participate in activities that promote her self-awareness, as well as compassion. This year we gave Ava the option of selecting from 3 charities to endorse & she choose, Same Sky. An organization that provides employment to HIV-positive women in Rwanda struggling to lift themselves out of poverty. These bracelets are naturally dyed with Rwandan textiles & adorably adorned with hand-blown glass beads. Ava intends to on gifting these bracelets as tokens of friendship. I couldn't be more impressed with her sincerity or sense of style!



Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Thanksgiving - Twenty Eleven

After spending the holidays across the country last year, my family & I couldn't be more thankful to be back in the Northwest surrounded by loved ones. On this holiday we are reminded of how blessed & fortunate we are. I hope your day is spent with dear family & friends, filled with love & laughter, great food and drink! So, from my household to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

Below are a few of my favorite Fall note cards. Enjoy!












While guest arrive, hand them each a I Am Thankful slip to fill out anonymously. Before dinner, read each one aloud. Give thanks & spread the love!


Tuesday, November 22, 2011

DIY: personalized sneakers


Get inspired:
The shoes above were inspired by Gauguin’s paintings in Tahiti and ikat textiles from Uzbekistan. Check out the V&A museum for more ideas.

Design:
Keep it simple! The shoes have lots of nooks and crannies, and the rough canvas makes detail nearly impossible. Take into consideration the lines of the shoes and consider how your design will fit in with the stitch lines, piping and lace holes.

Color:
Use Prismacolor markers, and buy extra since they run out really fast! You’ll have to go over your pattern multiple times to get saturated colors.

Add texture:
In keeping with your inspiration, find sew-on beads, rhinestones, prong-set studs, etc. (don’t bother with stuff you have to glue). Changing the laces to a unique trim also helps add a custom touch. Each kid’s sneaker takes 1 to 1.3 yards per shoe, and you can find lots of trims and things here.

In love with these one-of-a-kind shoes? This pair and others are available at the Crewcuts University Village store.

Big thanks to J.Crew Crewcuts for the amazing tips & tricks for our little ones kicks! xo

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Sesame Street Beats

My husband & I believe that creating a rich sensory environment will positively influence Ava's development & love of music. In our home impromptu dance parties happen often & everyone's invited! She recently created her own Spotify playlist with my help, affectionately titled after her nickname "Tink". Below are a couple of her favorite videos from Sesame Street courtesy of Hulu.

Share & enjoy! 




Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Creative Craft : Pipe Puppets

Every week my four year old & I create fun and easy DIY crafts. Projects perfect for a rainy days indoors or an impromptu play date with friends. This week we created Pipe Puppets! 

Supplies needed: 
scissors
pipe cleaner
glitter
construction paper
 googly eyes 
 colored pom pom balls
glue


Tip: Make sure you are using washable glue & child safety scissors!


We created several adorable pipe puppets in various shapes, colors & expressions. I am in awe of our daughter's ability to think outside the box, she is wildly creative and extremely generous. Spending quality time with her is the highlight to my day. So, whether you're a parent of one or multiples, a nanny or friend, Get Crafting! 




Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Colin Cowie Weddings + Marabou Design

The king of special occasion events highlighted our Visage Save The Date Minibook! Referring to it as "The Bookish Type".  Colin describes this design as a work of art & suggest it would compliment any wedding, from over the top avant gard to charmingly artistic DIY. Swoon!





Colin Cowie's exclusive new wedding community is the ultimate inspiration guide for brides, party planners & fashionistas. The much anticipated BETA launch sources & saves your favorite features. You can find our design on the main page under the Invitations & Printed Materials section of the site. We are beyond thrilled to be included among Colin Cowie's favorite save the date invitations.

Monday, October 10, 2011

Enjoy 20% Off Preview Holiday Sale!


Send out this year's holiday greetings with style. Your special photo will look great in our unique and modern holiday cards created with love by Marabou Design for Minted.com

Preview Our Holiday Sale & Enjoy 20% Off!
Code: HOLIDAY20


available colors: stone, tangerine, fuschia




available colors: crimson, seafoam, white




available colors: brown ochre, dark red, emerald green



This Hanukkah card is a bold and festive way to wish your loved ones a wonderful holiday.


available colors: bluebird, gold



Our charming holiday minibook card will let you share the story of your year in in style.




(Open)


Peg: Liner & Label

The Minibook™ card contains 3-6 photos in a 5” x 7” booklet-style card and is bound with chic grommets. Bonus: No extra postage is required!


Customization Options:
Our holiday greeting cards can be changed to any holiday greeting you wish, for example “Merry Christmas”, “Happy Hanukkah”, “Holiday Tidings”, or anything else you can think of!

code expires 10.10.2011