::Alchemy Order from Lauren for Wedding Map Cards::

Hooray for the first alchemy order!

I came, I bid, I got to make them.  Yay!  

On Etsy, Alchemy is a section where buyers go to request custom items.  They have to list what they want made in detail, how many they need, how much they would ideally like to pay for it, and when they need it finished by.  Then, once they put in the request, sellers bid on the item for a chance to make it.  They list the price they can make it for, the estimated cost of shipping, when they can have it finished by, the description of the item they would make, the method of shipping, and payment terms.  If the seller's bid is accepted, they get to make the item, receive payment for it, ship it to the buyer, and then get feedback in return.  It's a really neat place to go for awesome ideas and great opportunities for both buyers and sellers.  So, one more time, ...HOORAY!

The map cards I made were 4"x6", and were made with ivory card stock.  They matched perfectly to the invitations, the image of which was sent via a pdf file.  That was very helpful since I was then able to use the graphic off of the invitations to put on the map cards so they matched.  I loved having the chance to make these, and I hope the couple enjoys them!  Thanks for the idea, Lauren!

::The Origami Addition::

I just added something new on Etsy: sweet little paper cranes!  Origami has always been a hobby of mine, and cranes can look so delightful, especially if you use the right paper.  We even decided to use them for our wedding as place cards.  Hooray for being inventive!  So, only about 50 more of them to make for our wedding, and, as always, I could make them for yours, too.  

The best part is that they are SO money-saving, since they can be used as both place cards and favors put together!  Just equip the little cranes with a string pulled through the center, write the guests names on the wings, set them at each place setting, and let them know they can take them home!  Everybody loves origami, and who knew it could work for weddings, too?

Etsy Price: $1.00

|discount on large orders - you choose the number in your set|

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::New and Improved Pocket Invitation::

The couple that I'm doing the black, white, and silver pocket invitations for decided to switch to a different paper size and orientation... and I'm thrilled! It turned out even better than the original No. 10 size invite! She certainly made a good call. We might even be adding a monogram. Their wedding is still about 10 months away, so they're off to a very good start getting things done early. Well done to the both of you! Here's the finished product!