For Your Valentine

Posted in Cards, Gifts, Holiday by Mariel

Valentine’s day is right around the corner. I’m a huge fan of flowers and dark chocolate, but one thing I look forward to each year is getting a sweet card from Mr. Husband.

Show your love this holiday with a pretty card for your sweetheart or BFF. There are so many fresh and lovely designs to be found, and I promise they’ll make your loved one smile. Here are a few of my favorites…

1) Sparks by Blue Eye Brown Eye, $8

2) Peace, Love & Cupcakes by Parrott Design Studio, $4.50

3) Je t’aime by Rifle Paper Co., $4.50

4) Zealous Arrows by Lindsay Letters, $5

5) Hearts & Hearts by Inclosed, $3

I adore Rifle Paper Co.’s hand-painted flowers and hot pink lettering. What’s your Valentine’s day tradition? Do you send or exchange cards?

XO, Mariel

3Feb2013

One Charming Life on Etsy

Posted in Charming, Envelopes, Lettering by Mariel

Exciting news!

The One Charming Life shop has officially opened. If you’re in need of pretty hand lettering for a special occasion, I’d love to meet you over on etsy.

And be sure to stay tuned for more… I’ll be adding new items over the next couple of weeks. :) Thanks for your love & support!

XO, Mariel

25Dec2012

Merry Christmas

Posted in Cards, Design, Holiday, Lettering by Mariel

I can’t believe Christmas is here! Here are a few shots of our holiday cards. The lettering is calligraphy, and the picture is one of our favorites from our trip to Norway. :)

Have a charming holiday with your loved ones.

XO, Mariel

19Dec2012

Custom Monogrammed Stationery

Posted in Cards, Design, Gifts by Mariel

Last month, one of my fabulously creative friends asked me to create stationery for her mom and two sisters. It wasn’t something I’d done before, but I was so inspired by her ideas and couldn’t wait to get started.

Kathryn (a classy Southern girl) asked for monograms in calligraphy. So perfect. I did some research and we decided on colorful monogrammed note cards and notepads. But after we got started, she came up with a brilliant addition: custom rubber stamps so their charming little monograms can be pressed wherever they wish. Adorable!

I adore how they turned out. I can’t wait to make and gift a few of my own… and perhaps make one for myself as well! :)

XO, Mariel

13Dec2012

Winter Wonderland Envelopes

Posted in Baby Shower, Envelopes, Lettering by Mariel

I loved doing something different for these baby shower invites. The whimsical lettering is so playful and unique. And the envelopes looked lovely paired with the vintage-inspired invites inside… perfect for a casual winter get-together celebrating the mother-to-be.

Special thanks & congratulations to the cutest baby boy and his sweet momma. :)

XO, Mariel

10Dec2012

Deck “Their” Halls Shower Invite

Posted in Design, Envelopes, Invitations, Lettering, Wedding Shower by Mariel

I wanted to share another little project I was able to work on with a sweet friend. Sarah hosted a couples shower this past weekend, and I can’t think of a better theme!

Congratulations to Emily & David!

XO, Mariel

15Nov2012

Tiffany and Randall’s Save the Dates

Posted in Envelopes, Lettering, Wedding by Mariel

Remember that bachelorette party I wrote about a couple of months ago? Well that lovely bride-to-be is getting married this weekend! I couldn’t be happier for Tiffany and Randall. They are perfect for each other. I am so excited to celebrate with them this weekend!

Earlier this year, Tiffany asked me to address her Save the Dates. Here’s a little peek at her pink and black ensemble…

Congrats to Tiffany & Randall!

XO, Mariel

2Nov2012

‘Stock the Bar’ Couples Shower Invite

Posted in Design, Envelopes, Invitations, Lettering, Party, Wedding Shower by Mariel

When it comes to wedding showers, couples showers are my favorite. So earlier this fall, when Bobby and I were invited to help two good friends “stock the bar”, how could I say no?

I was even more excited when the host, my lovely friend Jenny, asked me to design invitations for the party. Knowing the bride’s favorite color is turquoise, I found inspiration in the slanted stripes on a roll of teal washi tape. The final invite design was modern yet playful; a perfect match to the party’s setting at a chic lounge in downtown Dallas.

Meagan and Marcus were married this past weekend. It was a fantastic celebration filled with many laughs and even better dance moves. Much love and congrats to the happy couple!

XO, Mariel

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