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Wax seals add an undeniable touch of luxury and romance to wedding invitations, but placing them on the outer envelope can lead to disappointment and damaged invitations. As a professional stationery designer who’s worked with hundreds of couples, I’ve learned that while wax seals are beautiful, they need to be used strategically to ensure your […]
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Choosing the right postage for your wedding invitations isn’t just about making sure they reach your guests – it’s about creating that perfect first impression when your invitations arrive in the mail. As a professional stationery designer, I’ve helped hundreds of couples navigate the world of wedding postage, and I’m sharing my favorite stamp options […]
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There’s something undeniably special about letterpress wedding invitations. When your guests open that envelope, they’re not just reading words on paper—they’re experiencing a traditional art form that engages multiple senses. The deep, pillowy impressions in the paper create a three-dimensional effect you can feel beneath your fingertips. The way light plays across those impressions adds […]
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There are weddings that are beautiful, and then there are weddings that tell a story so meaningful it takes your breath away. Mary and James’ celebration at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park was definitely the latter. When they approached me to design their wedding stationery, I knew we were creating something that would honor […]
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We’re thrilled to share that our custom wedding invitation suite and day of items for Mary and James’s San Diego Zoo Safari Park wedding has been featured in the latest issue of California Wedding Day magazine. The suite beautifully captured the spirit of their meaningful celebration, incorporating a hand-painted zoo landscape and natural motifs that […]
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I had the pleasure of working with Casa Officiale and Heather Paulene on this magnificent styled shoot that was featured in Destination I Do this year. The moody, old world scene was a perfect fit for handmade paper and a dramatic Fine Art envelope liner. Check out the article written by Jessie Allen for the […]
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I had the pleasure of being interviewed by the Canvas Rebel team about the rebrand and how I built Cotton & Bow. Take a look at the following excerpt and scroll down for the link to the full interview: — Jaime, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today We’d love […]
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When Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert of Dancing with the Stars fame tied the knot in August, we were so thrilled to be chosen to help them with place cards and a gorgeous escort card display. Check out the full article on Brides.com and the full article on People.com. Photos by Amy and Stuart Photography. […]
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Your wedding invitations are the first glimpse your friends and family will get of what’s to come for your wedding day. Why settle for something cookie-cutter when you can commission a custom design that reflects your unique love story? I’m Jaime Coast, a professional stationery designer and watercolor artist, and I’m going to share today […]
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I’m thrilled to share a glimpse into a recent wedding where I had the honor of designing luxury invitations and day of details that captured the couple’s elegant and timeless style. When Hannah and CJ approached me to design the stationery for their wedding, I knew we were about to create something truly magical. Set […]
