Custom Order for 2012 Graduation Announcements

A local, soon to be high school graduate decides that handcrafted announcements are a great choice over the traditional announcements.

These graduation announcements were recently delivered to a soon to be high school graduate last week. I received the request to make announcements in March and after many decisions to be made about the layout and information included I had them finished in approximately two days.

The set includes 20 graduation announcements and white envelopes. Name cards and address labels were also requested to make a complete package.

They are made on a textured white cardstock with a matte white finish on the inside. The inside displays the graduation message including all the important details the guests will need to know.

Inspirational Hope Photography Frame Collage, Gifted to Jenny McCarthy

Gifting Opportunity 

You read that title right! Recently, I was lucky to receive the opportunity to gift Jenny McCarthy, who is an actress, author, and Autism advocate. This exciting opportunity was provided to me through an organization called The Artisan Group. The group is a celebrity gifting organization and includes over 700 professional and handcrafted artisans that gift events like The Emmy's, Academy Awards, MTV Music Awards, and many others.

When I found out the news, I knew I wanted to make something original and slightly different than my normal product line for Jenny. I decided to make a framed photography print which would include a small collage. The overall theme that I wanted to convey is hope because of her involvement with Autism.

The finished product:

Quote reads...."Where flowers bloom so does hope."

(Bird is not included)

 Want to receive this one of a kind gift?

I will be making a limited quantity of 10. You will receive 1 shadow box exactly as shown. It is approximately 5x5 inches in size and approximately 1-1/2 inches deep. A wire is attached on the back for easy hanging or you may choose to display it on a flat surface.

Price:  $50.00 USD (with shipping in the US)

This item is made to order and will typically be shipped out within 10-14 days.

Find it in my Etsy or Art Fire shop!

Custom Order: Six Cards of the Same Design

I was especially excited about a custom order that I received in early October. I loved that it was my first custom order, it was a repeat buyer, and a great idea! The customer was looking to purchase a set of six cards using all the same design. She was particularly fond of one card from the thinking of you wild grasses set, that displayed the phrase "Someone remembers, Someone cares."

She explained that it was the perfect phrase for when you do not know exactly what to say during a difficult time for a friend. It simply shows that you care.

There is a photo of the finished set of thinking of you cards:

The same customer also requested a set of six using the "Seek and Find" handmade card from the Shades of Autumn photography set. Here is what they looked like when completed:

There is no additional costs for most custom orders. For this type of custom order, it takes about 5-8 days for your order to be shipped. I have ALL of my photographs, professional printed to ensure the highest quality. They have a quick turn around time so that I can get your cards to you as quickly as possible.


It is my hope, that everyday you experience joy!
Adding color & joy to your life...

Small Inquiry Leads to Custom Family Portrait Christmas Cards

Last week, I had a local customer contact me after seeing my press printed postcards in my studio about taking their family photo and using it in a Christmas postcard design. With this being one of my first custom orders of this kind, I was of course excited about this opportunity.

I took photos of them inside with a brick hearth background and a couple outside with scenic trees behind them. In the majority of the photos, their playful dog was right there with them. The thirty minute shoot gave a variety of cute, casual and funny photographs for them to choose from.

Here are a variety of designs that I worked up for the family as their Christmas postcard.

The back of these postcards will have a printed Christmas message, you can either come up with one yourself or I can help you find one to fit your taste. The photography postcards do come with white envelopes and many of these designs can be used for folded cards too!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

These photographs were taken around Somerset, PA.

Custom Order: 20 Holiday Postcards for an Online Business

October seemed to be my custom order month of the year! I received a request from another online shop, Emerald Chandlery for a holiday postcard to send to her customers. Before her request, I didn't offer these in my studio but was planning to introduce them soon. Her request gave me the opportunity to bring a new item into my studio sooner than planned, which is always a good thing!

These photography postcards are made on a premium stock paper with a gloss finish. The press printed cards and postcards are ordered directly from the professional lab so that I am able to make adjustments to custom orders. Minimum custom orders for postcards or press printed cards is 15 (25 if you include a personal message, family name, or promotional coupon for your business.)

Product usually ships within 3-5 business days.

Any photography print is available as a postcard, contact me today to start a custom order for you or your business!

It is my hope, that everyday you experience joy!
Adding color & joy to your life...