I’m working on a custom project that involves a lot of red paper cranes. I thought it would be fun to share this little sneak peek, since I’ve been spending so much time folding!
I was contacted about making a heart out of paper cranes, and I thought it would be an interesting challenge. My client will be giving this piece as a wedding gift, so that’s pretty exciting! I’ll share more pictures when it’s complete.
Have you been working on any projects?
I recently designed this birthday card for Google Forums. There is a forum for each of Google’s products so that users can get their questions answered and share their experiences using the product. This year marks the 1 year anniversary (or birthday) of a few of the forums. Google will be sending these cards to the users who have been the most helpful within the forums to say thank you.
Google Forums are used in countries around the world; we wanted to embrace that, so Happy Birthday! is featured in 25 languages. The pyramid in the center of the card is the Google Forums logo, which was designed at some point last year by another designer. I’m quite pleased with the way the design turned out, and it was certainly an exciting project!
The Details
★ Folded card
★ White envelope
★ Size A2 (4 ¼” x 5 ½”)
★ Printed locally on 100% recycled paper
Thanks Google! 
Please contact me if you’re interested in custom design work. Browse other custom designs here.
A few months ago Julie contacted me about a custom wedding invitation. She provided all of the inspiration by telling me about her plans and showing me pictures of the bridesmaid dresses and the birch bark wedding cake that she and Tim had selected.
The invitation was accented with a birch tree and snowflakes, and a fern adorned the RSVP. The two pieces complimented each other and the wedding theme nicely.
I finished the invitations by gluing them to a green backing paper that matched the envelopes. I sent them to the couple tied with white satin ribbons.
Congratulations Julie and Tim! (They were married this past Friday.)
For this design, I used the word “wonderland” to spell out “winter.” When read together, you get “winter wonderland!” The text is purple mountain majesty.
If you’d like to tell your friends and family that you’re thinking of them this holiday season, this set is a great option! The 3.5″ x 4.875″ (4 bar) design is perfect for a quick note. There’s enough room to say as much as you need. However, if you’re at a loss for words, just write a little bigger and it will look like you had a lot to say!
This set includes 8 cards and white envelopes tied with twine.
Printed on 100% recycled paper. Blank inside.
The winter wonderland design is part of the Little Miss Festive Collection.
To purchase, visit my Etsy shop or contact me.
Can you believe it’s time to start thinking about sending out holiday cards?! I love snail mail, and happily there’s a marked increase during the holidays. Hanuhhak starts the second week of December this year – that’s pretty close!
For this design, I used the word “hanukkah” to spell out “happy.” When read together, you get “happy hanukkah!” The text is navy blue.
If you’d like to tell your friends and family that you’re thinking of them this holiday season, this set is a great option! The 3.5″ x 4.875″ (4 bar) design is perfect for a quick note. There’s enough room to say as much as you need. However, if you’re at a loss for words, just write a little bigger and it will look like you had a lot to say!
This set includes 8 cards and white envelopes tied with twine.
Printed on 100% recycled paper.
Blank inside.
The “happy hanukkah” design is part of the Little Miss Festive collection.
To purchase, visit my Etsy shop or contact me.
I’m excited to have another set of cards featuring cranes! (Check out the first here.) So pretty.
I made this set because I adore paper cranes. I’ve been making them since 4th grade.
The front of the card features 25 origami cranes in different shades of blue.
Inside, red text in the upper right corner reads: Peace.
There is a small, white, folded paper crane attached to each card with a strip of blue paper. It’s a little added surprise for the person receiving the card! There’s also a larger paper crane included with the set, so you have one to keep, too. To open cranes, lightly tug the wings.
Each folded card measures 3 1/2″ x 4 7/8″ (4 bar) and is printed on 100% recycled paper. This set of 8 comes bundled with white envelopes that are hand-lined with robin’s egg blue paper and secured with twine.
To purchase, visit my Etsy shop or contact me.
Hey there! I’ve been cruising the blogs and finding new sources of inspiration; I hope you have as much fun with these finds as I’m having. I’ve got blue & green hues, animals, and a wacky rap remix for you today.
A Particular Joy by Elva Fields
Multiple strands! Bright blue beading! Asymmetric detail! Swoon! You better believe I’d wear this! If only it wasn’t sold out! This is not the only completely gorgeous piece of jewelry by Elva Fields, so have fun browsing!
(Too many exclamation points in this section? Nah!)
figured tea bags by Natalia Ponomareva
You guys! You know how much I like origami. Can you even believe these are tea bags? They’re so pretty, a glass mug is a must. They’re designed by a Russian named Natalia Ponomareva, and I don’t think they’re available in the US yet. [via Sub-Studio Design Blog]
I grew up close to farms, and I have a real soft spot for farm animals. Cows, horses, goats, and of course sheep. The muted tones in this photo are really lovely. You can find this in the Candara Design Etsy shop. [via CraftGawker]
I find infomercials completely intriguing. Generally, it’s a weird idea squished into its own 30 second slot, and the traditional pitchman is really intense. Here, DJStevePorter has remixed a Slap Chop infomercial and made a super-catchy rap. “Slappin’ your troubles away.” [via Justin Dickinson]
What have you found this week? (Are you still humming the Slap Chop rap? I am.)
-April
Lost In Thoughts is a weekly series. I started this feature because I’m inspired by the amazing things I see on blogs and Etsy, and by family, friends, readers’ comments, and life. I don’t want to keep all of these wonderful finds to myself, so I gather them together on Thursdays to share with you.
This week Poppytalk is hosting Autumn Color Week. I’m writing about it now, because today’s color is orange! I shared my Gracias Note Cards and some photos of pumpkins.
Join the flickr group or just blog your own photos and play along for the rest of the week. It’s fun! Here’s a slideshow of the pictures submitted to the flickr group so far:
Happy autumn – enjoy the beautiful colors!
It’s officially the first week of fall. Soon the leaves will turn, and in anticipation I’m thinking about an autumn color palette of oranges and reds (how unusual 
).
floral design by Nicolette Camille
I’m a sucker for beautiful flower arrangements. This one, by Nicolette Camille, is just stunning. The colors are brilliant and warm. I really like the pops of green; they give the impression that the bouquet is really fresh and new.
Felt Furnishings by Anne Kyrrö Quinn
Quite frankly, you can’t go wrong with an orange felt pillow covered in rossettes. If you want one of your very own, you can find a DIY tutorial on Etsy’s blog, The Storque. If you make one, be sure to share the results!
Brothers, NYC by The Sartorialist
The Sartorialist takes great candid photos of real people wearing cool clothes. He spoted these two brothers in New York City. The guys look great together. Very cool. I want a big heart pin (but I’m afraid it would own me, rather than the other way around).
The main characters are oranges. Need I say more?
What are your thoughts about autumn’s arrival? Are you happy for the new colors and changing seasons, or do you yearn for summer?
-April
Lost In Thoughts is a weekly series. I started this feature because I’m inspired by the amazing things I see on blogs and Etsy, and by family, friends, readers’ comments, and life. I don’t want to keep all of these wonderful finds to myself, so I gather them together on Thursdays to share with you.
Wow, it’s hard to believe it’s already Thursday again. It really sneaks up on me when we have a Monday holiday! How about you?
Let’s jump right into this week’s inspirations, shall we?
This charming illustration is by Garance Doré, and can be found on her blog. What a brilliant use of color. Doré is French, but her site has an English version (lucky us!). Her blog features her gorgeous illustrations and photography with a clear focus on fashion.
cassette tape soap by stinkybomb
Take a (very clean) trip back to the 80s with these awesome cassette tape soaps, which are available in Stinkybomb’s Etsy shop! I think the neon colors really add to the retro vibe, don’t you? According to the listing, the soap is made from the mold of an actual cassette tape. Gotta love the authenticity!
cotton elephants from Townhouse
Awww. I want one! These lovable elephants are “handsewn in Switzerland by mentally handicapped people…[and] support their rehabilitation.” The Townhouse e-shop ships worldwide, so I’ll be expecting one of these little guys come the holiday season (just kidding!).
As you may know, I adore Ingrid Michaelson. I’m including this video because my sister and I are going to see her live this Saturday at the Paradise Rock Club in Boston. I’m super excited, and of course I’ve been listening to her new album on repeat in preparation. It’s no surprise that I’m a fan of “Maybe,” and I especially like the part that goes
I still feel you on the right side of the bed
And I still feel you in the blankets pulled over my head
But I’m gonna wash away, oh I’m gonna wash away everything til you come home to me
If you find yourself falling in love with her music the way I have, you may want to check her out on twitter.
Comments are open for you to share your thoughts and tell me about your recent inspirations.
If you’ve been keeping up with the blog, you know that I’ve officially added all of my newest designs to my blog, collections, and Etsy shop. I’m very excited about the new designs, and I hope you are too! Let me know what you think and what you’d like to see.
Lost In Thoughts will be back next week!
-April
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