black and white calligraphy thank you card on white background with colorful flowers

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Templates That Make Writing Easy You know that overwhelming feeling when you’re staring at a stack of blank thank you cards after your wedding, trying to figure out what to say beyond “thank you for the gift”? I’ve been there. After my own wedding in 2017, I remember sitting at my coffee table with 115 […]

30 Wedding Thank You Card Wording Ideas

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As a professional wedding invitation designer, I’ve helped thousands of couples navigate the world of wedding postage. Today, I’m sharing my favorite stamp options for 2026 and beyond. Choosing the right postage for your wedding invitations isn’t just about making sure your invites reach your guests safely – it’s about creating the perfect first impression […]

Best Wedding Stamps for 2026

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Planning your wedding invitation mailing budget doesn’t have to involve complicated math or multiple trips to the post office. As a professional stationery designer who has helped hundreds of couples navigate their invitation logistics, I know that one of the most common questions I get is: “How much should I budget for postage?” That’s exactly […]

Free US Wedding Invitation Postage Calculator: Plan Your Mailing Budget in Minutes

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We were recently interviewed by the LA Times for our thoughts on how Taylor Swift’s and Travis Kelce’s engagement and future wedding will shape wedding trends for 2026 couples. Here’s what we had to say: Invitations, Easter Eggs and Paper Details The couple’s invitations are expected to be an important element of the visual storytelling. […]

Cotton & Bow Weighs In On How Taylor and Travis Will Shape the Wedding Industry In the LA Times

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Looking for the latest in wedding invitation trends? Look no further. I am a professional stationery designer and wedding blogger so staying on top of and ahead of the trends in all things paper is part of my job. I got into stationery design because I loved traditional paper-making techniques, creating unique and personal stationery […]

15 Wedding Invitation Trends for 2026

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You love Taylor Swift, you’re planning your wedding, and you’ve been dreaming about incorporating that gorgeous orange from her latest era into your big day. But you’re worried about how to honor your Swiftie heart without making your wedding look like a themed party or alienating guests who don’t share your musical obsession. I’m Jaime […]

How to Incorporate Taylor Swift Orange into Your Wedding Invitations (Tips from a Professional Stationery Designer)

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As a professional stationery designer, I’ve helped countless couples navigate delicate situations through thoughtful communication on their invitations and wedding websites.I’m thrilled to share that Martha Stewart recently featured my expertise on gift etiquette in their comprehensive guide on how to gracefully handle receiving – and sometimes rejecting – unwanted presents. The article explores the […]

Cotton and Bow was Featured in Martha Stewart

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Picture this: Your wedding guest opens their mailbox, pulls out an envelope, and when they open it, they’re greeted with a stunning, unexpected burst of color, pattern, or artwork. That’s the magic of an envelope liner—a small detail that can transform an ordinary envelope into something extraordinary. As a professional stationery designer who has helped […]

The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Invitation Envelope Liners

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Selecting the right watercolor style for your wedding invitations sets the tone for your entire celebration. As a professional stationery designer who has helped hundreds of couples tell their love stories through art, I’ve learned that the perfect invitation style does more than just look beautiful—it creates an emotional connection with your guests and authentically […]

How to Choose the Perfect Watercolor Style for Your Wedding Theme

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Have you ever wondered what goes into creating a custom watercolor wedding invitation? As a professional stationery designer who specializes in watercolor, I’m pulling back the curtain to show you exactly how we transform your wedding vision into an artful invitation suite that tells your unique story. How Does the Custom Design Process Begin? Week […]

Behind the Scenes: Creating a Custom Watercolor Wedding Invitation