glass bead invitations with envelope and foam mailing protector from Formal-Invitations.com). The pumpkin motif was also carried through on the personalized placecards for a unified look, available at http://www.formal-invitations.com/placecards.html.
Perfect for a fall wedding or event favors, these beautiful dipped fruits from Fran’s chocolate are made from Calimyrna figs, organic almonds, and organic ginger – with premium single-origin chocolate to create a subtle harmony of flavors that’s as delightful as it is delicious.
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Looking for a unique and modern invitation? We love the organic look of these hand marbled fine paper sashes, in luxe hues of green, pink, orange and metallic gold (no two are alike), wrapped around a rich heavyweight ivy green card and crisp white overlay ($1.18 from Formal-Invitations.com). The modern sash is a great contrast to the vintage monogram, which could also be printed on favors, menus and programs. Order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AS-IVY-MARBLE.html.
We also love these one-of-a-kind birthstone necklaces from Prismera.com, with the same mod-organic vibe, perfect for bridesmaids or holiday gifts ($75-$160). The collection took the concept of birthstone jewelry and gave it a stylish update. They are delicate clusters of aquamarine and pyrite, keishi pearl and rock crystal, ruby and lapis lazuli. Mini gem collages that are eclectic, edgier, and much more suited to your sophisticated, grown up self.
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Cherry red is a hot color right now, according to Instyle Magazine, we used a splash of it in this elegant black invitation, perfect for the holidays and winter weddings. The heavyweight Jet black background cards was layered with a crisp white overlay, and attached with a black onyx jewel brad. The cards were then wrapped with a dramatic cherry red grosgrain band. The price was also dramatically low at only 98¢ including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com, order at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AYD-JET-CHON.html.
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For a chic mix of modern and vintage, we created these layered holiday invitations with the heavyweight Ivy green card, wrapped with delicate rice paper unryu, a Cherry red grograin band and metallic gold cording for sparkle. The overlay was printed with a vintage holiday scene for a bit of nostalgia. Order these luxe invites (1.38 each from Formal-Invitations.com) and clip art book with images on cd ($14) at http://www.formal-invitations.com/AYM-IVY-UNCHGO.html.
We also like this Old World Drinking Chocolate from LakeChamplainChocolates.com ($12.50), for a great holiday gift — 54% dark chocolate shavings melted in piping hot milk for a mug of intense chocolate flavor and rich velvety texture. Good Housekeeping recently selected Lake Champlain Chocolates’ Old World Drinking Chocolate as the winner of their dark chocolate Hot Chocolate Taste Test.
August 8, 2011
It seems too early to think about the holiday invitations, but it’s best to order now before the rush, plus it’s also a good time as Formal-Invitations.com is offering an early bird sale for 20% off holiday invitations until August 31st at midnight, use code HOLIDAY20 during checkout. You can view the entire collection at http://www.formal-invitations.com/holiday-invitations.html designed for exquisite holiday parties and winter weddings.
The holiday collection includes this stunning metallic gold invitation, wrapped with gold cording that was strung with black, brown and amber glass beads for some modern glamour ($1.14 each with envelope and foam mailing protector at Formal-Invitations.com, order from http://www.formal-invitations.com/AG-GOLD-EART.html). As a contrast, the overlay was printed with vintage pinecone artwork ($14 for a book of 1268 images with cd from Formal-Invitations.com), which would also look great printed on favor labels.
Perfect for a party favor, these Vermont chocolates feature a miniature moonlit Lake Champlain Winter scene molded from bittersweet chocolate blended with a crisp peppermint crunch and wrapped in Italian gold foil ($84 for 85 pieces from lakechamplainchocolates.com).
Onyx Black Wedding Invitations with Unryu Sash and Red Velvet Bands $1.18
Red and black make a stylish statement this holiday season, as shown in Bride’s magazine. We love the modern lines and stripes and used the pattern to create these stunning black wedding invitations. The heavyweight Onyx background card and snow white overlay were wrapped with a delicate unryu sash and rich, red velvet ribbon for a luxurious effect. Even though they look expensive, they were only $1.18 each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. The overlay was printed with vintage clip art, also available from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book of 1517 images with cd for easy placement). The artwork can be printed on favors, place cards, menu and programs for a cohesive look throughout your event.
Onyx black wedding invitations with Red Plaid Wrap $1.02
Glamour magazine‘s top looks for the year included red-hot plaid. We used this chic trend to create these cozy holiday invitations using the heavyweight Onyx black background card and white overlay embellished with a tartan plaid fabric wrap. The overlay was printed with vintage holiday clip art for a cool, retro look available from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book and cd of 556 images). These invitations were also an easy $1.02 each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
We created these chic red wedding invitations using the heavyweight Scarlet background card and crisp white overlay, wrapped with the chocolate brown Cosmos sash. This fine paper sash features a cool design in red, greens, white and metallic silver. The price was also a cool 98¢ each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. These invitations and chocolate bar favors from Dagoba Organic Chocolate would be perfect for a winter event. The Beaucoup Berries bar is made with pure vanilla, dried cranberries and cherries blended with dark chocolate creating an antioxidant rich sweet-tart flavor exploration.
Inspired by Bride’s cool snowflake theme, these beautiful custom printed wedding invitations feature vintage snowflake artwork paired with pale frost and cerulean blue for a modern look. The invitation by Formal-Invitations.com were printed on 100% post consumer fibers, making them a smart choice. Select from their unique collection of gorgeous colors and vintage artwork, or provide your own for truly one-of-a-kind announcements that compliment your event perfectly.
Holiday Invitation Kits with Crystal Brads 66¢
These gorgeous holiday invitations were created by layering a heavyweight background card with printed overlay, and embellishing with a sparkling crystal brad. The layered papers and gorgeous brad add dimension and texture, creating a luxurious feel for only 66¢ each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. The samples shown were printed using vintage holiday clip art for a warm, nostalgic look with modern flair.
Order these special holiday invitation kits and choose from 30 solid background colors and 15 crystal brads for 450 possible combinations!
You better watch out! or you can pay way too much for premium holiday and wedding invitations. These unique invitations were inspired by a vintage Santa Claus print by Tom Browning, from Allposters.com. To create a the holiday look, we used the heavyweight Scarlet red background and snow white overlay wrapped with a chic black grosgrain belt and a solid brass buckle for only $1.22 each, including envelope, from Formal-Invitations.com. View their collection of modern belted invitations at http://www.formal-invitations.com/belt-wedding-invitations.html. You can also mix and match cards and belts to create your own unique design, choose from 30 solid card colors and 20 belts colors for 600 possible combinations at http://www.formal-invitations.com/diy-invitation-supplies.html.
