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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Imagine opening your mailbox and pulling out a wedding invitation that takes your breath away—not because it perfectly matches the wedding color palette, but because it tells a story, captures a mood, or surprises you in the most delightful way. As a professional wedding stationery designer, I’m here to liberate you from the myth that […]
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As a custom stationery designer specializing in watercolor illustrations and fine art wedding invitations, I’m thrilled to share that Cotton & Bow’s work was recently featured in Inside Weddings magazine. The old world, Italian-style editorial showcased a stunning maximalist tablescape inspired by Italian still-life paintings. And the shoot features a custom invitation suite and place […]
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As a luxury stationery designer, I often find myself explaining the intricate world of wedding stationery to my couples. One of the most common questions I receive is about the difference between save the dates and invitations, and whether both are truly necessary. Let me break down everything you need to know about these essential […]
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My journey with watercolor wedding invitations began in 2017 when I started painting portraits and landscapes for anniversary gifts. What started as a creative side hustle quickly blossomed into a passion for telling love stories through art. After years of balancing corporate marketing with my growing stationery business, I took the leap in 2023 to […]
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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 […]
