More than a card, it's a memory.

Happy New Year!!

2010-12-31T18:00:00.000-08:00

photo courtesy of Matti Kolho/Corbis

Happy New Year!

Do you have resolutions?

Ours are to stop and smell the roses...

to appreciate the little things in life...

to play more and worry less...

and to enjoy each day as it comes.

vintage postcard c. 1920

How do you celebrate the New Year? As we get older, it seems that it's less about the parties, and more about quiet reflection, an early evening, and time with our fuzzy friends.

~ Happy New Year ~

Wishing you health, happiness & prosperity in the coming year...

from all of us at Take Notice Card Company

A very Merry Christmas...

2010-12-24T16:00:00.000-08:00

Hoping that everyone has a peaceful Christmas filled with all the good things of life;

laughter, kindness, companionship, and love.

vintage postcard c. 1921

Sweet dreams to everyone and a very Merry Christmas...

from all of us at Take Notice Card Company

Winter Solstice...

2010-12-21T01:00:00.000-08:00

The shortest day of the year...

image courtesy of Frank Lukasseck/Corbis

The light only gets brighter and longer from here!

What will you do to celebrate the coming of the sun? A glass of bubbly overlooking a snowy field? Knitting a warm scarf for someone little to play outside? An extra walk with a four footed friend?

Whatever you do to celebrate, we wish you a very

Happy Winter Solstice

from all of us at Take Notice Cards!

AIDS Awareness Day is December 1st

2010-11-29T22:15:00.000-08:00

The causes, treatments & information surrounding AIDS have come such a long way in the last 20 years. If you would like more information about how to increase awareness, help in the fight against HIV/AIDS, or would like to celebrate AIDS Awareness Day, you can find more information here at the World AIDS Day website.

Thanksgiving...

2010-11-23T05:00:00.000-08:00

“We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.” — Thornton Wilder

We hope your holiday season is filled with friends, family & loved ones. Thank you for your continued confidence in our products as you allow us the opportunity to serve you and your dear customers, and for entrusting us with the expression of your most important celebrations.

For these things, we are thankful.

Happy Thanksgiving!

From all of us at Take Notice Card Company...

Thank you, American Veterans.

2010-11-11T22:30:00.000-08:00

Thank you for your service to our country.

We celebrate you today.

Gorgeous Lights and Colors for Diwali

2010-11-05T15:05:00.000-07:00

It's time to celebrate with gorgeous lights, fireworks, flowers, lanterns, beautiful fabrics, tasty treats, and friends! It's Diwali!

"Deepavali (also spelled Divali in few countries) or Diwali, popularly known as the festival of lights, is an important five-day festival in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, occurring between mid-October and mid-November. For Hindus, Diwali is the most important festival of the year and is celebrated in families by performing traditional activities together in their homes. Deepavali is an official holiday in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mauritius, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname, Malaysia, Singapore, and Fiji.

Brightly lit decorations for Diwali, the Hindu festival held to celebrate the new season at the end the monsoon, line Serangoon Road in Little India, Singapore.

The name Diwali is itself a contraction of the word "Deepavali" (Sanskrit: दीपावली Dīpāvalī), which translates into "row of lamps." Diwali involves the lighting of small clay lamps (diyas) (or dīpa in Sanskrit: दीप) filled with oil to signify the triumph of good over evil.

During Diwali, all the celebrants wear new clothes and share sweets and snacks with family members and friends. Deepavali is widely celebrated in both India and Nepal." Wouldn't it be nice to celebrate with a few gorgeous spots of color and some lovely lights yourself this evening? If you're feeling celebratory, here's a delicious recipe for Aloo Gobi (Indian style cauliflower and potatoes) that you can enjoy tonight for dinner!

From all of us at Take Notice Card Company, have a fabulous weekend!

(all photos courtesy of Corbis.com, quote courtesy of Wikipedia)

The Holiday Season is Upon Us!

2010-11-05T14:43:00.000-07:00

October is National Book Month!

2010-10-12T10:45:00.000-07:00

Oh, books. Does anyone else have the same "problem" that we do here? Stacks and stacks of books, waiting to be read... There's not enough time in the day to read as much or as often as we'd like. But curling up on a cold, rainy fall day (or laying out on the beach) with a good read is one of the simplest pleasures in life, and certainly one of the easiest ways to celebrate solitude and gather your thoughts at the end of a long day. Books also bring us closer to our friends, as we discuss our latest reads, share suggestions, and go on "field trips" on our lunch hours to one of the most impressive bookstores in the world. Portlanders are among the most fortunate in having easy access to our hometown jewel, Powell's Books... Many fond childhood memories of searching, unlimited and unrestricted, abound among stacks and stacks of books for perfect reading... If you're a book lover, it's a must-see!

While the days for beach reading have flown by for this year (unless you're lucky enough to be planning a vacation to a tropical isle), there's still plenty of time for good books in the evening after a day at work.

In celebration of National Book Month, and to get you started on your fall reading, here is a list of books that we, at Take Notice Card Company, call some of our favorites!

Joy of Man's Desiring by Jean Giono

Peace like a River by Leif Enger

The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley

Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese

Lost Horizon by James Hilton

Mrs. Mike by Benedict & Nancy Freedman

The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett

The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery

The Secret History by Donna Tartt

And what evening curled up by the fire would be complete without a hot drink to accompany you? This recipe was created especially for fireside reading, chatting, and relaxing... While it's definitely not calorie free, it will keep you warm and toasty (and can be enjoyed with or without the adult addition of spiced rum).

Fireside Hot Buttered Rums (Rum Optional)

2 tsp rum extract
2 tsp maple extract
2 tsp ground nutmeg
2 tsp ground cloves
2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbs vanilla extract
1 gal vanilla bean ice cream (French Vanilla or Natural Vanilla with the bean)
2 sticks butter
3.5 cups brown sugar

Mix it all up in mixer, spoon into containers (like the "entree" size of Gladware) and refreeze.

To use for a drink, spoon about four heaping spoonfuls into bottom of cup (for adults, add approx 1 oz rum of your choice), and pour boiling water over top.

Not low cal. Not low fat. But really, really delicious. (For an extra decadent treat, try this recipe for Pumpkin Spice Muffins from the talented Jenna at Eat Drink Pretty!)

What are your favorite books, treats and daily celebrations for the cold autumn evenings?

Happy October: Bake & Decorate Month!

2010-10-03T22:01:00.000-07:00

Well, it's all over Twitter. According to several sources, including Poppytalk, Dirty Bandits & Wilton, October is Bake & Decorate month. What more could we ask for in celebrations? Delicious treats and sweet decorating go hand in hand, and what better way to celebrate the turning of the seasons with some cupcakes or a sweet treat?

photo by Christopher Griffith

Personally, we've been dying to try the Chocolate Malt cake that was featured in this summer's Bon Appetit: rich chocolatey layers of cake with melty, gooey, malty frosting? Check out the pièce de résistance... charred mini-marshmallows. What a combination! It's like a grownup version of s'mores... Seems like a great ending to the summer, with a nod towards those campfires we enjoyed... Maybe there's one more bonfire in our future before we have to bundle up and hunker down for the winter?

photo by Lisa Hubbard

If tinier bites are your thing, consider taking these mini Fall Cupcakes or some Pumpkin Muffins to a morning meeting. Can you imagine how co-workers would swoon for these, freshly baked and wrapped up in a sweet little basket? Perfect way to beat the Mondays!

photo by Bakerella

Don't forget to decorate them! With all the great options for decorations these days, you don't have to be Martha in order to present a good looking treat! Visit your local decorette shop, or see what places like Etsy and Bakerella have in store!

photo courtesy of Corbis

The sky is really the limit these days, so don't be so serious! You have the perfect excuse to reach out and share a sweet treat with someone you love! And, if you get started now, you'll be in perfect practice for when Sweetest Day rolls around a little later this month. Stay tuned for our plans to celebrate October Bake & Decorate Month and our sneak-attack for Sweetest Day...

Now go on! What are you waiting for?

Happy International Day of Peace!

2010-09-21T05:00:00.000-07:00

“Peace is not something you wish for; It's something you make, Something you do, Something you are, And something you give away.”

- Robert Fulghum

Today, September 21, is International Day of Peace. This day is dedicated to peace, and observed in many countries by a temporary ceasefire. Originally celebrated in 1981, the day was inaugurated with the Peace Bell. This Peace Bell, given as a gift by the Diet of Japan, is made from coins donated by children from all continents. Referred to as a reminder of the human cost of war, the bell is inscribed with "Long live absolute world peace."

Peace Day events are encouraged by the United Nations Peace Outreach Program, and more and more organizations join in the hundreds of worldwide peace-oriented celebrations as word of this day spreads.

Ways to celebrate peace continue to arise - some communities encourage members to think globally and act locally, while others engage in respectful communication and expression of thoughtfulness abound.

Our hope for you is that, whether in grand fashion or solitary observance, your day today is filled with quietude, restfulness, and a time to reflect upon your role in the world. Celebrate your neighbors with a kind gesture, card with a few nice words, a baked treat, or a flower. Let someone know you appreciate them today, and lay down differences in honor of International Day of Peace.

Let us know what you do to celebrate, and how it made you feel!

Yours,

Take Notice Card Company

Back to School!

2010-09-08T22:55:00.000-07:00

It seems like just yesterday that our own son, Myles, was starting school... Off he went to Kindergarten and he never looked back... what adventures! Now he's in college, and we're watching our neighborhood children head off to school this week...

From all of us at Take Notice, we hope that this week brings you and your families joy, and that you find opportunities to celebrate another fun summer. We sincerely enjoy hearing from all of you, so drop us a line and let us know what you're up to - are any of your kids headed back to school this week?

You can find us on Twitter, or on Facebook, too - so sign up, follow us, and join in the conversation!

Obon!

2010-08-21T23:28:00.000-07:00

In continuance of our celebrations theme, we're bringing you an annual Buddhist event held in Japan for commemorating one's ancestors. According to local custom, during this time the ancestors' spirits return to this world in order to visit their relatives. Similar in practice and idea of Obon shares some similarities with the predominantly Mexican observance of el Dia de los Muertos, such as customs involving family reunion and the visiting and care of ancestors' grave sites, Obon creates a time for relatives to hang lanterns in front of houses to guide the ancestors' spirits. Elaborate Obon dances called bon odori are performed, and food offerings are made at altars and temples.

photo courtesy of www.wilsonsalmanac.com

At the end of Obon, floating lanterns are put into rivers, lakes and seas in order to guide the spirits back into their world. The customs followed vary strongly from region to region. Obon is typically celebrated from the 13th to the 15th day of the 7th month of the year, according to the solar calendar. However, Obon is still celebrated mid-August in many regions of Japan.

photo courtesy of www.fodors.com

The year offers so many opportunities for celebrations. It's fascinating to learn about multiple cultures and the ways in which they celebrate the living, and those who have passed on.

photo courtesy of www.hawaiimagazine.com

Imagine how peaceful and lovely this procession of floating lanterns would be at the end of a festival celebrating life and loved family members...

Simple Pleasures and Everyday Celebrations...

2010-08-05T23:57:00.000-07:00

Summer has so many delightful aspects, it often presents simple pleasures that can be enjoyed as every day celebrations...

Some of our favorites?

Farm fresh eggs from the neighbor's chickens...

...a rogue cat enjoying the lawn...

...a chaise lounge in the sun...

...a cool drink...

...a stack of good books...

...our garden...

...best friends...

What are your simple pleasures?

Celebrations can be wrapped in sorrow…

2010-07-16T11:25:00.000-07:00

As our celebration blog begins its journey…we began with perhaps the greatest shared celebration of our country, July 4, Independence Day. I was going to continue the topic by sharing the history of celebrations within my family, but life often has a different path! My plans have changed slightly and channeled to a different kind of celebration; a celebration of life and loss due to the passing of our beloved 14-year-old dog, Waldo. Pictured with me in our last blog post, he appeared often on the Take Notice website and in most of our personal holiday cards over the years. He was a great model – sitting still for hours (well, maybe minutes). Even though he is no longer here – the memories and gifts that he gave us will be etched in our hearts. This post will mark the celebration of his life and the gifts that he gave us as his human companions.

You think dogs will not be in heaven? I tell you, they will be there long before any of us.

~Robert Louis Stevenson

Our son, Myles, carefully picked him from the litter for us because he was different and had more spunk than the others. We quickly named him Waldo, after the “Where’s Waldo” book we had been reading at the time.

There is a reason that spelling dog backwards is God. No animal gives more unconditional love than a dog. Truly man (and woman)'s best friend, dogs are always happy to see you, live in the moment, and forgive instantly. We cannot express the significance of these virtues that Waldo shared with us, and taught us by example. These wonderful gifts are what we celebrate in the absence of our four footed friend. His essence remains, in our many happy memories of Waldo:

He was a handsome, feisty, and gentle dog.

Waldo performed 5 tricks: shake, speak, dance, roll over, and occasionally balance-the-treat-on nose.

He always made us laugh when he played "toro-toro" bull with a red towel after a bath to get dry.

He gently wrestled with our kitten, Bella and even allowed her to sleep in his bed.

Waldo loved to ride in the car, hanging out the window with his ears flapping in the wind… He made people smile big.

He had a voracious appetite and could eat anything (his nickname was Hoover)—including ribbon, plastic, fruit, some veggies, bugs, and of course chocolate… an incident that resulted in a $1500 vet bill.

Waldo knew the word “walk” and saying it could cause a high-pitched rant at the front door until we either gave him a walk or begged him to be quiet with treats.

Waldo would sit in the middle of the living room surrounded by my book group and listen to our discussions about the books, like he was taking it all in—it was all about his love of women.

Waldo was not car smart – he was twice saved from his inhibitions with moving vehicles.

He died peacefully in my arms surrounded by my husband and son. We laid him to rest in Sheridan on my mom’s property (his birthplace and next to the grave of his mother). The graves are in a shady spot bordered on each side by beautiful oak and fir trees with a gorgeous view of the Cascades. We wrapped him in his favorite blanket with his mini-me schnauzer stuffed animal, and scattered forget-me-not seeds on his grave. We will place a marker on his grave that reads “Best Dog in the World” – I told him this often and he took his role very seriously!

My little dog - a heartbeat at my feet.

~Edith Wharton

We miss you already Waldo.

In celebration of life and loss,

Deborah

Happy Fourth!

2010-07-02T12:27:00.001-07:00

“Everything is created from moment to moment, always new. Like fireworks, this universe is a celebration and you are the spectator contemplating the eternal Fourth of July of your absolute splendor.” – Francis Lucille

This weekend celebrates the 234^th Independence Day in the

United States

. Commonly known as the 4^th of July, Independence Day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, on July 4, 1776.

The national holiday of the United States, Americans celebrate Independence Day with fireworks displays, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, political speeches and ceremonies. We celebrate the history and traditions of the United States along side our neighbors, friends, family, and national and state leaders, creating opportunities to gather and celebrate the summer. Some historical and traditional celebrations for the 4^th of July are found on Wikipedia:

Held since 1785, the Bristol Fourth of July Parade in Bristol, Rhode Island is the oldest continuous Independence Day celebration in the United States.
Since 1916, Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City supposedly started as a way to settle a dispute among four immigrants as to who was the most patriotic.
Numerous major and minor league baseball games are played on Independence Day.
On the Capitol lawn in Washington, D.C., “A Capitol Fourth,” a free concert, precedes the fireworks and attracts over half a million people annually.

Summer is in full swing now – families are lunching on grassy lawns in city parks, couples stroll along honeymoon walks… Barbecues with friends and family, folks enjoying some quiet reading in a quiet chair on the grass… Canoeing on a creek, meeting for a shopping date, baking a special pie, splashing in backyard pools… these things all signal the start of the celebration season! Here are some fun happenings in our neck of the woods, out and about the Portland-Metro area.


Estacada Fourth of July Big Bang Fireworks Sky Show and Fun Festival

Fort Vancouver Fireworks
Skamania Lodge Fireworks
PGE Park Post-game Fireworks
Fanfare for Fireworks
Willamette Shore Trolley Fireworks Rides
Sandy Fireworks Show
Frontier Sportmans Holiday Fireworks on Foster Lake

Red White and Blue Riverfront Festival
Molalla Buckeroo
St. Paul Rodeo
Eugene Pro Rodeo

General Canby Day

Fourth of July Star Spangled Birthday Parade and Festivities

10th Annual Fourth of July Celebration

Blue Lake Regional Park

Happy Valley Fourth of July Family Festival

Oaks Park July Fourth Celebration

Picnic in the Pearl

No matter your traditions, history, or location, celebrations of the summer can bring us closer to our friends or family, and buoy our spirits. Be safe, have fun this holiday weekend & remember:

“Celebrate the little things in life, appreciate tomorrow, love your neighbor or don’t, but never condemn yourself to a life without cause to celebrate and be thankful for what you have. Never forget the people you love and love them when you have an occasion to do so. Celebrate their life and celebrate yours”. – Anonymous

Spend the day celebrating the concept of freedom and what that means for you...

Deborah and Waldo (who can no longer hear so the 4th is calm and peaceful for him).

Take Notice: Winning Designs!

2010-05-31T11:49:00.000-07:00

Take Notice Card Company celebrates a winning wedding invitation!

Portland, OR, May 21, 2010- Take Notice Card Company is celebrating! Chosen in a dream wedding giveaway, the Photo Keepsake invitation by Take Notice won the hearts of online voters over other entries as the invitation to announce the happy couple's upcoming nuptials. The Everyday/VOWS contest, co-sponsored by VOWS, Colorado's wedding collective, and KWGN-TV's "Everyday," included more than $75,000 worth of wedding goods. The contemporary, photographic invitation was

nominated by Lani Kessler of Write Occasions, a retailer of the Take Notice line in Denver, Colorado. Thank you Lani for representing our line.

The award winning card features state of the art digital printing, the Take Notice photographic specialty retouching and a unique tent fold format, providing the perfect keepsake display for friends and family. The winning couple, Archie Martinez and Lauren Doyle are as cute as can be, and make the perfect statement of joy and love with their photograph.

No strangers to the importance of marking life's celebrations with a photograph, the founders of Take Notice, Deborah and John Field, have been creating award winning photographic cards for over twenty years. When Deborah and John's son, Myles, was born, John created a birth announcement that featured a photo of the newborn as a “Wanted” poster. Encouraged by its enthusiastic reception, John and Deborah were spurred on to continue the creation of a popular line of custom birth announcements. A couple of years later, another family celebration inspired a new direction in their product line. John’s mother was turning 75, and he wanted to create a special card to honor the joyful occasion. John knew that only a photograph could convey the unique character of his mother's life, and selected a favorite picture from her youth. Tinting it to produce a colorized effect thrilled his mother, and a new line of fine arts cards was born.

Many happy customers have contributed to the success of Take Notice Cards. Along with the honor of announcing our customers' happiest occasions, we have the distinction of being the choice of many celebrities as they commemorate the important dates in their own lives:

• Diane Keaton -actress

• Ray Romano -actor

• Christian Slayter -actor

• Zach Braff -actor

• John Leguizamo -actor

• Howie Mandel -actor/comedian/emcee

• Carol Channing (Hello Dolly) -stage actress

• Pamela Anderson -actress

• Tim Meadows -actor, former SNL comedian

• Rik Ocasek -musician

• Alonzo Mourning -7 time NBA Allstar

Take Notice embodies one sentiment, simple and profound: Life is good—spread a little joy! Photos, like nothing else, help us hold, share, and revisit life’s best moments. In each family, there are memories that transcend greeting card conventions: the incomparably sweet face of a newborn; an affectionate group together at the holidays; the joy and optimism of a couple in love—at the beginning of a marriage, or a shared life of fifty years. The collection of over 200 customizable card designs is found in over 300 stores throughout the US. Retailers and more information may be found at www.takenoticecards.com. Take Notice Card Company celebrates life’s beautiful events. More than a card... it’s a memory.

Make social media a window, not a wall.

2010-01-18T10:54:00.000-08:00

As a small business it can be very intimidating to dive into the culture of Social Media. What is it? How can it benefit my business? What if I don't even have a website? The idea of even dipping a toe into the social media scene can be extremely overwhelming.

There is no need to fear. All you need is a desire to learn, the willingness to try and a basic understanding the idea behind social media.

So, what is social media? Daniel Nations, (Webtrends), does a fantastic job at putting this into simplistic terms. He writes “Think of regular media as a one-way street where you can read a newspaper or listen to a report on television, but you have very limited ability to give your thoughts on the matter. Social media, on the other hand, is a two-way street that gives you the ability to communicate too.”

We must recognize that the market is shifting. The way in which customers find products and research companies has greatly changed. As small businesses, we must keep up with the pace so that we aren't left in the dust of our larger competitors. I encourage you to check out Social Media Revolution, a video that illustrates how social media has impacted the marketplace.

The key is to engage in conversation with your customers and allow them to be interact with your brand—allowing the 2 way street to happen. When consumers begin to build a relationship with you it becomes easier for them the recall your name when they have a need for your service or product in the future.

Let’s apply this idea to our industry. Most people commonly think of stationery products for certain events in life—the holidays, weddings, a new baby… this usually means that a significant amount of time passes between their purchases. Utilizing social media as a stationery retailer allows you to stay connected with these customers all year long. Bottom line? Better customer retention and an increase in purchase frequency.

If you have a desire to learn more about how to use social media, where to begin, or how to more effectively use an existing platform, I encourage you to check out Mashable: The Social Media Guide. This site is truly the mecca for all things related to social media. Check out this links to all things Facebook and Twitter .

A great way to bring in the New Year...

2010-01-06T15:30:00.000-08:00

It was incredibly stormy in Oregon on New Year's Eve. I had a front row seat watching Mother Nature's work as waves crashed against the sand, while sheets of the rain beat down on my window. It was an incredible sight from Oceanside, Oregon-- a small town along the Pacific Coast. On New Year's Day, the sun came out just long enough to take my two dogs for a run on the beach-- which they LOVED!

Engagement Photo Tips from the Wedding Channel

2010-01-04T13:57:00.000-08:00

Over the holidays three of my close friends became engaged. As a loyal friend, it is my duty to peruse EVERY wedding website and magazine to ensure that my brides have all the latest and greatest information available to them! (Shh! We don't need to tell them that it's also part of my job!)

This morning I stumbled upon a FANTASTIC article on that offers great advice to couples interested in engagement photos. Given that I have a background in photography, plus I'm surrounded by photographs all day for life's biggest occasions, I often get asked for the secret to creating the perfect photograph.

My number one answer? Be yourself.

Check our these great tips from the Wedding Channel!

4 Fun Engagement Photo Shoot Trends

- Heather

Order of the Week

2009-11-16T14:47:00.000-08:00

Check out this absolutely adorable design (B0911) from an actual customer in Seattle, using a new design from our 2009 Birth Announcement portfolio.

Congratulations to Ann at Silberman & Brown Stationers in Seattle, on her new grandson, Liam Reilly.

This small horizontal gatefold that features the newborn's name and monogram on the cover. The top and bottom flaps open to showcase a darling photo along with all of the details on their new bundle of joy!

Retailer Spotlight...

2009-11-16T13:34:00.000-08:00

A special thank you to

Luv it! in Hinsdale, IL

This retailer was ROCKIN' in the month of October! The sent in orders back to back all month long! Their associates are always fun and easy to work with, plus they are open to suggestions from our creative team! This is always a recipe for success!

Thank you to Jo and her crew!

Introducing a new face at Take Notice...

2009-11-16T13:00:00.000-08:00

Wow, I realized this morning that it has been quite awhile since my last post-- needless to say that things have been quite crazy here at Take Notice over the last 2 months.

In early October, we moved into a new location in NE Portland's Beaumont district. We quickly realized that moving is always so much more work that anticipated, but even through all the headaches we couldn't be happier about it!

Another big change in the office! Meet Lauren! We brought her in as our new customer service lead, to allow me to move into my new position-- Sales and Account Manager.

Lauren (right) joined the company in September, which gave is just enough time to break her in for the holiday rush! She comes to us with a creative background in photography & video productions. She is fluent in Spanish an loves to sing & dance! Her ultimate career goal is to take pictures and make films while traveling around the world.

We are thrilled to have Lauren on our team-- she has already added some spice to the office!

Cheers! - Heather

Love is in the air...

2009-09-15T13:55:00.000-07:00

Last night I watched the movie, 27 Dresses.

Although I had already seen it on more than one occasion, I was reminded again how the thought of a wedding makes my heart flutter. Maybe it's the proclamation of love between the bride and groom or maybe it's the exquisite attention to every last detail, from the save the date all the way though the last thank you note. Maybe it's because I've secretly been planning my wedding since I was about seven (let’s not tell my boyfriend about that last one). Whatever the reason, the point is that I am a sap for anything and everything wedding.

So today, in the midst of my wedding high, I was perusing through theknot.com and came across come fantastic real-life photos from weddings around the country.

As a fellow wedding enthusiast, I hope you enjoy these favorites, featuring the crisp hot colors-- orange and yellow. – Heather

Slideshow photos courtesy of theknot.com-- please visit these links to see photos from these weddings. Parasol bridal party - Cupcake Birdcage Display - Cookie Recipe Favor - Lemon Centerpieces - Elegant Yellow & Crystal Centerpiece - Orange Flower Cake - Summer Cocktail

Technology is on our side…

2009-08-28T13:21:00.000-07:00

Yes, it is true that digital printing has been given a big jolt of new technology and printer manufacturers love it! They have embraced this new technology and are delivering digital printers to us that have much improved printing quality. And…the printers are more economical to operate. Yes, this technology has created a new scenario where the high maintenance fees are gone because the machines are easier to operate and to maintain. We sing praise to the new technology!!! This advancement in technology not only allows Take Notice to deliver a better product, it allows us to deliver a better product at a lower price that makes our consumers happy.

Could we ask for anything more? Well, maybe for the deep recession to go away real soon J

At Take Notice we made this leap to bring in the latest technology in digital printers. We did this for the reasons I have stated above: 1. to achieve better photo reproduction and 2. to lower the price of our cards.

So listen up - A 5 x 7 flat card with one photo is now priced at $250 for 100 cards -- down from $290. A 5 x 7 fold over card with one photo is now at $335 for 100 cards -- down from $370.

You get the point. I think I've made myself perfectly clear… better quality at a lower price! Come share the benefits with us.

All my best,

Deborah Field

President and Owner