things are better with a parrott http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/ Welcome to the journal of Parrott Design Studio. My name is Sarah & I am a stationer specializing in custom letterpress invitations, stationery, & paper goods. Here I share my recent work & things that inspire me. en-US Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:52:46 -0500 http://www.typepad.com/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification The Collection: Annelise http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/the-collection-annelise.html http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/the-collection-annelise.html Meet Annelise. Charming and elegant with a love of the outdoors. Annelise is inspired by breezy ceremonies held under old oak trees, Southern hospitality, sipping lemonade, strolls down long dirt roads, easy elegance, pretty blooms, and sun-shiney hues. Top Row:... Meet Annelise.  Charming and elegant with a love of the outdoors.  Annelise is inspired by breezy ceremonies held under old oak trees, Southern hospitality, sipping lemonade, strolls down long dirt roads, easy elegance, pretty blooms, and sun-shiney hues.

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Top Row: Weddings Unveiled, Adam Barnes, Martha Stewart Weddings, Nate Henderson Photography; Second Row: 100 Layer Cake, Southern Weddings Magazine, BHLDN, Style Me Pretty; Third Row: Southern Weddings Magazine, Alexa's Photography, Martha Stewart Weddings, The Bride's Cafe, Southern Weddings Magazine, Southern Weddings Magazine

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Annelise is also customizable with different icon choices.  Below are just a few of the icons couples may choose from.

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{All photos by Fat Orange Cat Studio}

]]> Annelise Letterpress The Collection Sarah Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:52:46 -0500 Erin Gates Design Letterpress Business Cards http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/erin-gates-design-letterpress-business-cards.html http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/erin-gates-design-letterpress-business-cards.html Last fall I had the opportunity to work with super-talented interior and fashion stylist, Erin of Erin Gates Design. Her blog, Elements of Style, is one of my daily must-reads, and I was so excited when she asked me to... Last fall I had the opportunity to work with super-talented interior and fashion stylist, Erin of Erin Gates Design.  Her blog, Elements of Style, is one of my daily must-reads, and I was so excited when she asked me to print her business cards, designed by Jessica Sutton.

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The cards were letterpress printed in three colors on thick 220 lb. cotton paper then edge painted in a shimmery gold.  They are SO pretty in person!

{top photo by Erin Gates Design}

]]> Letterpress Paper Love Sarah Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:09:48 -0500 The Collection: Madeline http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/the-collection-madeline.html http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/the-collection-madeline.html Meet Madeline, classy and sophisticated, graceful and chic, elegant, and a little fun. Madeline is inspired by the striking and always classic color palette of black and white, romantic tonal flowers, fashionable stripes, a little pop of color, the perfect... Meet Madeline, classy and sophisticated, graceful and chic, elegant, and a little fun.  Madeline is inspired by the striking and always classic color palette of black and white, romantic tonal flowers, fashionable stripes, a little pop of color, the perfect red lipstick, and crisp class of champagne.

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Top Row: Style Me Pretty, Elizabeth Anne Designs, One and Only Paris Photography, Martha Stewart Weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings, Eric Lanlard Cakes; Second Row: Real Simple, Flickr, Jose Villa, Style Me Pretty, Snippet & Ink; Third Row: Style Me Pretty, Snippet & Ink, Style Me Pretty

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The Madeline Collection features graceful calligraphy perfect for a classic affair.

{All photos by Fat Orange Cat Studio}

]]> Letterpress Madeline The Collection Sarah Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:25:01 -0500 The Collection: Vivienne http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/the-collection-vivienne.html http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/the-collection-vivienne.html Today I introduce you to Vivienne, a light-hearted design inspired by love birds & blossoming branches, rustic barns, wide-open spaces, long family-style tables, and elegant DIY touches. Top Row: Mark Brooke, Martha Stewart Weddings, Just Wenderful, Pink Preppy; Second Row:... Today I introduce you to Vivienne, a light-hearted design inspired by love birds & blossoming branches, rustic barns, wide-open spaces, long family-style tables, and elegant DIY touches. 

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Top Row: Mark Brooke, Martha Stewart Weddings, Just Wenderful, Pink Preppy; Second Row: Polka Dot Bride, Mark Brooke, Mandizzle, Mollie Makes, Martha Stewart Weddings, Martha Stewart Weddings, Santa Barbara Chic, David's Bridal, Ruffled

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The Vivienne Collection features love birds perch upon blossoming branches in this Spring inspired suite, though this suite would also be perfect for a Summer, even a fall wedding as well!

{All photos by Fat Orange Cat Studio}

]]> Letterpress The Collection Vivienne Sarah Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:03:38 -0500 XOXO http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/xoxo.html http://thingsrbetterwithaparrott.typepad.com/my_weblog/2012/02/xoxo.html Hope you have a lovely day! {"sweet treats" lettering by me & fun chalk treatment done using this tutorial} Sweet_treats_12

Hope you have a lovely day! 

{"sweet treats" lettering by me & fun chalk treatment done using this tutorial}

]]> Calligraphy Holidays Sarah Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500