Saved: Instagram Roundup

I love saving images through Instagram and every once in awhile I notice a magical trend or palette come together. Here's a recent example: I love how the colors, textures, and photos all tell a little story when brought side by side. Enjoy!

In order of appearance:
Vogue Magazine (@voguemagazine)
Caitlin McGauley (@caitlinmcgauley)
1canoe2 (@1canoe2)
Maria Marie (@cestmaria)
Jenny Walton (@jennywalton)
100 Layer Cake (@100_layercake)

Letters Are Lovely | Saved: Instagram Roundup

Easter Eggs for Think.Make.Share.

Easter is right around the corner and once again Think.Make.Share. has lots of inspiration for your egg decorating! I was lucky enough to spend an afternoon painting a few eggs, and you can head over to the blog to see all the amazing results. You can also take a peek back at the workshop I hosted last year if you want even more inspiration. Happy decorating! 


Alexandra Violet Sign

Happy Wednesday, friends! This week is a big one β€” I will be writing an entire post soon, but for now I'm just popping in to share this laser-cut acrylic mirror version of my name. I created this awhile ago, but wanted to make sure I had it documented here on the blog. I've also been experimenting with this same material for fun project at work, the possibilities are endless when you have access to a laser machine! I hope your week has been wonderful so far!

Letters Are Lovely | Alexandra Violet Sign

Lettering Cards: Part Two

As promised, here is part two to share a few of my favorite cards I worked on earlier in my career at Hallmark. (Take a peek at my first post here!) As a designer or artist I always think it is important to look back and be proud of how far you have come, and of older work. Some of these cards were my first projects collaborating with more seasoned designers, and others some of the very first as a designer myself. I hope that many of these cards helped people celebrate those they love!

Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part Two

Lettering Cards: Part One

Spring cleaning is upon us, and while I love getting my living spaces in order this time of year, I'm also updating my portfolio. I did have a section of lettering-focused cards in my Portfolio section of the site but I'm making room for newer projects. So today I'm sharing a few of my favorite cards that I still want documented on the blog. Most of these are cards I worked on in my first few years at Hallmark, some as a lettering artist and some as a designer. I'm really grateful for both roles I have had at my job β€” there is so much to learn at a company as big as Hallmark. Look out for part two of my favorites soon!

Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part One
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part One
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part One
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part One
Letters Are Lovely | Lettering Cards: Part One