With the holidays fast approaching I wanted to share my list of favorite paper resources. From crafting to invitations and holiday cards, you can find just about anything at these retailers.
Free pumpkin carving patterns
Looking for some fun designs to take your jack-o-lantern beyond the same old snaggle-toothed smile? Check out pumpkinmasters.com where you can download free pumpkin carving patterns to make carving a snap.
Below is our scaredy cat design pumpkin from 2011. I'm not sure what I'll carve this year.
Crepe Paper Halloween Wreaths
Here are some beautiful examples of what can be done with a humble roll of crepe paper when you need some Halloween decorations.
1. See the slideshow tutorial at Country Living on how to make this elegant ribbon-style wreath.
photo by John Kernick
2. If you don't have time to make it yourself, purchase this gorgeous black rose wreath designerkym in her Esty shop for only $22.50
3. The Nevermore Halloween Wreath tutorial by Kathleen at Katdid and Kid
New "Trellis" invitation suite
A new invitation suite called "Trellis" is now in the shop. With a nod to art nouveau this collection features invitations, response cards, alternate lined envelopes, seals and place setting cards.
Bridal Black
These dresses from various Etsy shops are goth and gorgeous. I think I'd like to have a Halloween wedding now.
1. Dainty Rascal 2. Unsung Productions 3. Plume Palace
New postcard design for couples-to-be
New Save-the-Date postcard design is available in my zazzle shop. During the design process I looked down and realized I'd subconsciously picked up the color palette on my dress. Inspiration is everywhere my friends.
New watercolor chevron invitation
So far the weekend has been very productive. It's so nice to have a little extra time to create. The latest addition to the charming ink zazzle shop is this Watercolor Chevron Invitation. Hope someone out there in the blogosphere enjoys it.