Perfectly Peacock Wedding Inspiration

Wow, I can't believe that Christmas is over and the new year has begun!   I can't thank my customers enough for such a wonderful 2011 at Tiger Lily Invitations! From birth announcements, to birthday party invitations to wedding programs, each project was so much fun to work on. I am looking forward to a fabulous 2012 filled with celebrations and joy, for both my customers and myself! 

This is always such an exciting time in the invitation business, filled with bridal fairs and appointments with newly engaged couples, new trend predictions and party planning.  To kick off the new year, I have chosen to highlight one of my favorite color schemes and a continuing popular wedding theme - peacock.  I just love the teals, aquas, purples and royal blues this theme brings together.  You can be subtle, featuring just a few peacock accents, or go all out.  If you are planning a perfectly peacock wedding, here are some beautiful ideas.  Of course, the invitations and reception accessories are all available from Tiger Lily Invitations.  Click below the photo for more information about each product featured. 

Peacock Wedding Ideas

Brilliance Peacock Wedding Invitations - Tiger Lily Invitations
Peacock Guest Book - Tiger Lily Invitations
Peacock Feather Garter - Tiger Lily Invitations
Peacock Table Numbers, Place Cards, Favor Seal - Tiger Lily Invitations
Peacock Feather Wedding Cake - Svetlana for The House of Cakes Dubai
Jade Bridesmaid Dress - Dessy
Purple Satin Peacock Pumps - La Plume Ethere 
Peacock Boutonniere - Rationale
Peacock Flower Girl Dress - Tallulah and Belle
Peacock Wedding Clutch - misunbridal 

Christmas Specials

I can't believe it, but Christmas is just a little over two months away!   Now is the perfect time to start thinking about ordering your Christmas and holiday cards.  Tiger Lily Invitations is offering two specials this year on holiday cards.  The first is in connection with JT Photography.  Owner, Jennifer Cox, and I have teamed up to make your holiday card and family photo a super easy process.  Here is how it works:  Book a photo session with JT Photography (she is running several photo session specials) then choose from the photo card designs shown below, choose your photo and wording.  I will create a digital card and it will be included on the disk with your photos.  You can print as many as you like at the photo processor of your choice.  Printable Photo Cards are only $15 extra.  Custom designs and printing is available, just contact Jessica at tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com for pricing and details.

Photo Card Design Options:

Angel

Mail from Santa

Holiday Damask

Gold Star

Love and Joy

Warm Winter Wishes

Gift Tag

Green Tree

The second special is 15% off any holiday card order placed online at www.tigerlily.cceasy.com.  Enter code Holiday Card Special 15% in the notes when checking out and I will apply the discount before processing your order.  Hundreds of options are available.  Below is just a sample of beautiful cards available.  (discount is only available at the cceasy site)

Holiday Fancy

Led by a Star

Starlit Tree

Malu

Holly Jolly Christmas

Tree of Gladness

Of course if you are looking for something extra special, I always welcome custom design orders.  I would love to work with you to create something just for you this holiday season!  Contact me at tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com. 

In the News

I am super excited to say that Tiger Lily Invitations was recently featured in two great publications, Stationery Trends Magazine and Soirees Southern Events.  I was so honored that one of my invitations was featured in the Summer 2011 issue of Stationery Trends.  It is the magazine that I look to for upcoming trends and have been a subscriber since I began selling and designing invitations.  I was also happy that one of my custom invitations designed for the beautiful and talented photographer, Abbie Carter Franklin, of Carter Elite Photography was featured in the Fall 2011 local bridal magazine, Soirees Southern Events.  Stationery Trends is a subscription only magazine, but you can find Soirees Southern Events in wedding venues around Northeast Georgia and online.  If you are planning a wedding, it is a great local resource.  Below are the two featured invitations.

Custom Invitation designed for Abbie and David
photos by Abbie Carter of Carter Elite

Hydrangea Vintage Botanical Invitation Set featured in Stationery Trends Magazine

Pretty Pansies for an Early Spring Wedding

Wow, it has been a busy couple of months!  I am glad I finally managed to squeeze in a short blog post.  First off, lets just say I am obsessed with Pinterest.  If you haven't checked it out, it is a great site for ideas.  I am constantly searching through the Pinterest site and the web for photos and ideas for parties and weddings that match my invitations and inspire me to create more.  The collage below is an example of photos I have "pinned" to one of my boards.  To check out more of my pins or to become a follower on Pinterest click on the follow me button below or on the right.

Violets and pansies add delicate and natural features to a winter or early spring wedding or party

When I designed the Violet Vintage Botanical Wedding Invitation, I loved the simple and natural feel of the featured floral design mixed with the elegant and delicate text.  Printed on thick luxurious cotton paper makes it extra sweet.  Violets and pansies make a perfect addition to a vintage or rustic wedding.  From shortbread cookies, to favors, to the bouquet, these versatile flowers can be used in so many creative ways.  For more info on how you can create this natural look for your event click on the follow me on Pinterest button for links to each photo above or click on the links below.

Violet Vintage Botanical Wedding Invitations: Tiger Lily Invitations
Purple Skirt and Potted Pansy Favors: Style Me Pretty

Spring Cupcakes and Violet and Pansy Bouquet: Martha Stewart Weddings

Pansy Shortbread Cookies: Stonegable

Purple Martini: Delish

4th of July Fun

Burst of Fun 4th of July Party Set

Fourth of July is just a couple of weeks away, but there is still time to plan the perfect party! With the Burst of Fun 4th of July Party Pack, new from Tiger Lily Invitations, you have everything you need to create a bright backyard blast! The fun and whimsical red, white and blue polka dot design is carried through the invitations, cupcake toppers, favor tags, mini flags, napkin rings, and mini signs. Items are available printed or as digital files you can print at home. To purchase the Burst of Fun Party Pack or individual items, email Jessica at tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com or check out the Etsy listing. Need an item that isn't shown? Just let me know and I can probably create it for you. 

Tiger Lily Invitations e-newsletter subscribers will receive two of the party pack digital items for FREE.  Join our mailing list on the right to receive information about new products and freebies!!

Sweet Summer Party Idea - A Watermelon Birthday

I just love the idea of having a watermelon themed birthday party. Not only is it unique, but the mix of pinks and greens is super cute! Here are some ideas to make your summer party extra fun! You could go with a unique watermelon cake and add a scoop of ice cream to stay cool on a hot summer day or you could carve a watermelon into cute and creative shapes and fill with assorted fruits. I created cupcake toppers for this invitation set, but they can also be attached to tooth picks and used in watermelon and fruit wedges as an alternative to cupcakes. Instead of soft drinks, serve watermelon coolers, smoothies or kool-aid and add a little mint leaf to the top. I would definitely recommend taking this party outdoors and having a picnic party, with gingham table clothes and spread blankets on the ground for the kids. Of course there are hundreds of adorable watermelon dresses and bows available for the birthday girl. I had a difficult time picking just one to feature in this collage. 

Ready to start planning a Watermelon party for your birthday girl? 
Here are the links to the items pictured above: 
Watermelon Invitations, Banner and Cupcake Toppers: Tiger Lily Invitations  
Watermelon Cake: Wendy Moore 
Watermelon Dress: Wee Whimsy Couture 
Watermelon Carving Ideas and Recipes: National Watermelon Promotion Board  Watermelon Hairbow: XtraOrdinary Bows and Accessories

Destination Wedding

I'm sitting here in my office, dreaming of sitting in the warm, summer sun with my feet in the sand and the waves splashing in the distance. So what better time than now to post about beach destination wedding invitations!! From palm trees to flip flops to starfish, all kinds of beach invitations are available. 

Start off with a fun save the date:

Then choose an elegant and subtle invitation like these:

Or go a little more casual and colorful with invitations like these:

Palm tree cake toppers, fan programs and flip flop bachelorette party invitations add a little more fun to your destination events.

Of course you don't have to go with a beach theme even though your wedding is by the sea. You can make it as elegant or casual as you want. I can help you find just the right invitation and accessories for your destination event. Just give me a call (706-949-0088) to set up an appointment if you are in the Northeast Georgia area or email me (tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com) if you are not.

Spring Florals

Spring is here and the new Vintage Botanical invitations have just sprouted at Tiger Lily Invitations! Just in time for summer weddings, the Vintage Botanical collection is the perfect choice for outdoor weddings and events. Each design in the Vintage Botanical collection features a floral print mixed with beautiful type styles. Best of all, these designs come with choices! They are printed on your choice of luxurious cotton cardstock, plain, matte cardstock, shimmer cardstock or 80lb cardstock. Ink and design colors and type styles can also be customized to match your event. Of course, matching programs, place cards, menus, favor tags, thank you notes and more are all available. View pricing, order samples and more online at www.tigerlilyinvitations.etsy.com or contact me at tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com for an appointment to see them in person!

Tiger Lily Invitations Vintage Botanicals Collection

 

Add A Little Sparkle To You Wedding

If you are wanting to add just a touch of sparkle to your wedding and are looking for a stunning invitation the Tiger Lily Shimmer Collection is the perfect choice.  I have finally completed the entire Shimmer Invitation Collection and they are all up on my Etsy site (www.tigerlilyinvitations.etsy.com) ready to fly off the site and into the mailboxes of your wedding guests!  Each invitation is printed on beautiful pearl white metallic shimmer paper.  They are available with your choice of color or white envelopes or mix and match.  The design and type colors can also be modified to match your event colors.  Below are the Damask and Snowflake Shimmer Designs.  See last month's post for the rest of the collection or view them on Etsy. 



Damask Shimmer Wedding Invitation in Black printed on Opal Shimmer

Snowflake Shimmer Wedding Invitation, RSVP and Reception Card shown in Red.

These designs are not only great for weddings, but also for showers, rehearsal dinners and parties. If you are in the Northeast Georgia area and would like to see these invitations in person, please contact me for an appointment or if you live far away, you can purchase a sample from my Etsy Shop. 

New Shimmer Invitation Collection

These invitations are hot of the press!!  Actually I have not even added these to my etsy site yet, because I am still waiting on the colorful envelopes that go with them, but I couldn't wait any longer, here is a sneak peak at one of the new Tiger Lily Invitations collections debuting this spring - Shimmer.  Stay tuned for the other line coming very soon as well, Vintage Botanicals.

First up is Design Delight.  It is featured in hot pink, light pink and black, but of course these colors can be modified to match your event colors.  All invitations and enclosure cards in the Shimmer Collection are printed on stunning premium shimmer cardstock.  It is luxuriously thick and shimmers in the light.  Matching hot pink envelopes are available to add a little extra pop of color your invitation packet.


Design Delight shown in pink from the Shimmer Collection


Up next is Gold Leaf.  It is a perfect complement for the sophisticated and stylish wedding.  The gold leaf design just glistens on this paper and the beautiful script type adds an extra touch of elegance.  Matching metallic gold envelopes are available to make this wedding ensemble one guests will want to keep forever.

Gold Leaf Invitation Ensemble from the Shimmer Collection

For a sweet spring or summer wedding, the Lavender and Lime Invitation Ensemble really sets the tone.  Featured with the delicate design in lavender and lime, it is just a sweet invitation with just enough color to add a little something special to the invitation.  Lime and lavender envelopes are available to add in a little fun.

Lavender and Lime Invitation Ensemble from the Shimmer Collection

Okay, well that is just a sample of the new Shimmer Collection.  Tune in later to see the entire collection and the matching envelopes!  If you are interested in ordering these for your wedding or event, just contact Jessica at tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com and we will get started on adding a little shimmer to your special day!