March Around The Web
I have decided that Spring is my favorite season. Every year around this time I feel so refreshed, despite the chaotic nature of this month which was filled with travel, family events, and a busy season at work. I think just being able to get outside more often really improves my mood, and all the sunny weather in New Orleans during our trip was especially nice. I also LOVE all the flowers that begin to peek out at the start of Spring. Coco Kelley's Romantic Floral Tutorial caught my attention this month — I adore the moodiness and how it perfectly captures the emotion of this season. Here are a few other favorites from the web this March:
I loved seeing Ken Sheldon's beautiful illustrations for Think.Make.Share. available on Designlovefest!
Such a simple DIY that I'm dying to try.
I'm often inspired by posts on Design Sponge, and these quotes were no exception.
This bow guide is so charming.
I finally got around to trying out this Roasted Chickpea recipe this week, it was delicious!
While I am loving my Productivity Planner, May Designs' new Folios have me considering ordering a few of their notebooks...
Waiting for an occasion to make this macaroon cake.
Dale and I are starting to ponder a Europe trip after he finishes school, Lisbon is high on my list!
Does anyone sleep on a silk pillowcase? It seems so luxurious (and great for your skin!).
Last weekend I saw Disney's new Beauty & The Beast movie and it was visually stunning. I am curious about the process of designing the sets and costumes.
Last, but not least, I just ordered a faux-collar from a talented Hallmarker, Cece. I choose the Peach Fern pattern.
Happy Spring, and enjoy your weekend!
Hallmark CLS Speaker: Gemma O'Brien
Today I received my invitation to Hallmark's Creative Leadership Symposium and I was especially excited to see that Gemma O'Brien (@mrseaves101 on Instagram) will be speaking! I have followed Gemma for a long time and her work is stunning. The whole lineup has not been announced yet, but based off of the few names we did learn I know it will be an amazing day.
The theme for this year's event is "Explore What Else?" and I think each of the speakers will address this in their talk — I can't wait to report back after the actual event! For now, enjoy some of Gemma's beautiful work:
Birthday Cards for Hallmark
Hello, friends! I'm pretty excited that these four birthday cards I designed for Hallmark last summer are now arriving in stores. Any project focused on lettering, sparkle, and pink is hard to top. I also had a few sweet co-workers who gave me some of these cards for my birthday a few weeks ago. I still love seeing my card designs come to life. Enjoy!
Modern Calligraphy Summit 2.0 Teachers
There are just a few days left of the Modern Calligraphy Summit 2.0 and I have loved watching all the videos that have gone live so far. I'm grateful I can go back and watch these at anytime — thought I have kept up with viewing the lessons I haven't yet had time to complete all the exercises myself. Below you will find links to each of the teachers' websites and Instagram accounts (click on their name for Instagram / photo for their website). I have been very inspired by the variety of styles and vast knowledge these ladies have shared, enjoy browsing through their work!
Photography and Styling with
Alissa Mazzenga and Aimee Mendez
Layouts and Lettering Styles with Molly Knabel
Poppy and Mint Design
