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Wedding Invitations: Digital and Letterpress

December 11, 2013 by Ajalon

Digital or letterpress, with one, two, or more inks – the options are endless!

We excel in letterpress printing. We also excel in digital printing. And we offer you both, so that you can make the choices you need to make, when it comes to announcing your wedding to the world!

Our invitations gallery showcases various options; however, these aren’t restrictive. Invitations, signage, escort cards, envelopes – we can design and print to match your wedding theme and your wedding colors.

Compare one color digital (top), with one color letterpress (middle), and two color letterpress (right). This Chisaki motif shows the comparative outcome perfectly. Quality and elegance are still maintained, no matter which way you choose to go.

Digital allows you to go full color if you want to. Adora, printed one color, creates a glowing finish for your wedding day items.

Compare to this two color digital piece for Arti. Red and orange inks, subtle and vibrant.

Our Key West motif, printed one color letterpress.

The exciting Allison motif, with two color letterpress printing. Colors can be complimentary hues, or completely opposites for fun!

One color, two color and more – Jessica shines with three ink colors!

Check out our ink color chart, and our designs. Start your planning for your 2014 event while you are inspired!

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Written by Debbie

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Weddings Throughout the World: Hawaii

December 10, 2013 by Ajalon

“Ke Kali Nei Au”

A wedding in Hawaii means bringing the people you hold dear together, and honoring those departed. Steeped with tradition, blessings and happiness!

Imagine the beach, the sounds of the ocean, and a ukulele! Everything starts when the community spiritual leader, the “kahu” chants his entrance, as he walks the groom to the front of the ceremony.

The kahu wears the “haku lei”, which is a garland around his head, and a “kihei,” a drape, around his shoulders.

The traditional trumpet call of the conch seashell, the “pu”, signals the start of something special! The pu summons the land, air, fire, and sea, to be witnesses, and for the bride to come forth.

Traditionally, the bride wears a white, formal version of the muumuu, called a “holoku,” although modern brides may choose from current wedding fashions. She also wears a haku lei. The Groom wears white, with a colored sash. Both exchange leis as symbols of eternal love.

Once the ukulele plays the Hawaiian Wedding Song, “Ke Kali Nei Au,” vows, rings and kisses are exchanged. The ceremony closes with the sound of the pu. Some ceremonies end with a sacred wedding hula dance.

Traditional blessings:

The Rings Blessing involves dipping a Koa wood bowl into water (integrity and strength). A Ti leaf is dipped into the water, (health) and the water sprinkled over the rings.
The Ti Leave and Lava Rock Ceremony are symbolic of the moment of your lifetime commitment to each other.

Planning a wedding in Hawaii? We have some wonderful beach-themed invitations

Written by Debbie

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Bridal Boot Camp – Get Fit in Four Moves

December 9, 2013 by Ajalon

Bridal Boot Camp, from New York fitness expert Stacy Berman

Getting married next year? Time to get fit for your big day, and there is no time like the present. And no, Ajalon hasn’t become a gymnasium, we still print beautiful letterpress wedding invitations. However, we do like to help our happy couples as much as we can, and I think this is a great workout.

This is a full body routine, and will relieve stress and those pre-wedding jitters. Stay calm, and carry on.

1- Side to side push ups (chest, shoulders, triceps, upper back and core)

Perform for one minute – feel your upper back muscles working as much as your chest.

2 – Jump rope (core, shoulders and legs)

Perform for one minute – for each turn of the rope, there is only one jump.

3 – Side to side jump squats (quads, hamstrings, inner and outer thighs, glutes)

Perform for one minute – avoid leaning to one side as you jump and land, and be light on your feet.

4 – Burpees (quads, hamstrings, glutes, core, chest, shoulders, triceps)

Perform for one minute.

Make this fun, work out with your bridesmaids, your fiancé, or the groomsmen for that matter

When you are ready, get back to us, and we will whip your wedding day invitation suite into shape.

Lakina is a great boot camp-style invitation – sleek, strong, and sexy!

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Written by Debbie

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Styles for the Guys – Weddings 2014

December 8, 2013 by Ajalon

Wedding ideas for the groom, and his men

I know there is a wealth of material out there for getting the men ready for a 2014 wedding. And yet, whenever I research for the upcoming trends, I can’t easily find them!

After much digging, here are some awesome ideas for you guys to find inspiration from.

This suit is just the bees knees, from Barcelona. Delicioso.

Remember those Pantone Spring colors for 2014? This guy has it covered.

Superheros – always in style.

For the Indian or fusion wedding, this sherwani is outstanding.

The black suit never quits.

This is why women collect shoes – it is oh so fun to accessorize!

Check out our inspirations for the groom, and the groomsmen, so that you don’t have to hunt around like I do

Written by Debbie

Posted in The Groom and the Wedding | Tagged 2014 groom wedding, 2014 wedding suits, 2014 wedding trends, 2014 wedding trends for men, grooms 2014 trends, planning, trends, Wedding Planning | Leave a comment

New Chinese Wedding Invitation Design – Meiling

December 4, 2013 by Ajalon

Meiling means “beautiful and delicate”

Meiling is a modern, letterpress wedding invitation design, ideal for today’s multicultural couple. This is the first time we have used geometric designs for a Chinese motif, and we are rather excited!

Create a traditional look using earthy ink tones of rusty reds and oranges. Or, use bright colors for a snazzy, bright wedding theme.

Choose a metallic red pocket folder for your invitation suite. A gift you and your guests will always treasure!

Meiling works wonderfully into all your wedding day items, including table markers.

Sophisticated and simply lovely. We hope you enjoy Meiling as much as we do.

Please Send Me My Free Samples of Meiling!

Written by Debbie

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New Trends: Dairy Farm Wedding Venues

December 3, 2013 by Ajalon

A California Dairy Farmer’s Inspiration

“This Pinterest thing is my new business partner…. Everybody wants to get married in a damn barn and have their picture taken with a cow.” – Farmer Tony Azevedo

If you didn’t see this article in North Bay’s local paper, or the L.A. Times, this is for you. We really had a giggle here in the office, since we love using Pinterest to promote our letterpress wedding invitations, and invitation customizations.

Entertaining story short, many of California’s central valley dairy farms, including Azevedo’s, are using their properties as wedding venues. Azevedo and family provide happy couples with a horse-drawn carriage, a barn reception, and the ideal celebration!

Now Pinterest pictures of antique milk cans, cowboy boots, and bales of hay, inspire brides-to-be to plan rustic, outdoor weddings!

We have several rustic/farm themed wedding invitation designs, including the beautiful Elyse. We can send you free samples today!

Written by Debbie

PS – are these boots hot, or what?!!!!

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2014 Weddings – Start Planning Now!

December 2, 2013 by Ajalon

Beat the stress, start your spring and summer wedding planning for 2014 asap!

In all of the research that I do for wedding inspirations, I come across some really helpful information. Whether you are organized or not, there are items that need to be checked off the list at least a year before you are ready! Here is a brief summary:

10 – 12 months before your wedding, announce your engagement and start creating the guest list. Choose your wedding party, create a wedding website, and booking venues.

2014 Weddings – Start Planning Now! Photo

Create a save-the-date guest list. Adora makes a beautiful, digitally printed announcement.

6 – 9 months before the wedding, start looking at honeymoon locations, floral designs, catering, photographers, and all your other service providers. Order your gown, book everything, and start planning ceremony ideas. We have created helpful inspiration boards to fuel your creativity and theme planning.

4 – 9 months before the wedding, start planning themes, cultural traditions, invitation styles, cakes, menu, rings, wedding favors, hair, makeup, tuxes, etc. Organize the showers and parties, start your registries, and reserve rental equipment.

Our letterpress and digital designs range from rustic, south asian, floral, and more!

2 – 3 months and counting! Finalize guest list, rehearsal dinner plans, find gifts for the wedding party, sign up for dance classes (!), and mail your invitations eight weeks before your wedding day.

Printed envelope addressing means one less thing you have to worry about. We can print labels too.

We are not done yet, be sure to check out this handy list for all the details.

When the time comes, let us help you create a wedding invitation suite that matches your theme, your colors, and your personality!

Written by Debbie

PS – Hot colors for spring weddings?

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Wedding Invitation Suite Ideas – Enclosures

December 1, 2013 by Ajalon

Display your wedding invitations with style!

You have your “save the date” announcement sent. Now it’s time to plan and create your wedding invitation suite. And you don’t have to just stop with the standard invite and envelope. We offer all kinds of elegant options for packaging your invitations.

Pocket folders are very popular – wrap a ribbon around your parcel! We have various sizes and pocket configurations to choose from.

How about an enclosure, in a matching or contrasting paper color?

Seal your enclosure, or pocket folder, with a wax seal and belly band!

I love these transparent wraps, which enhance the design of your invitations, rather than hide it.

Folios present your invitation with traditional panache.

Invitation boxes! It’s like a gift for your guests – they will love it.

No matter how you pack up your letterpress or digital wedding invitations, you will be dressed to impress.

Written by Debbie

BTW – Crafty? Here are some great DIY options for you

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Spring Wedding Invitation Designs – 2014

November 27, 2013 by Ajalon

Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” ~Robin Williams

Be it floral, romantic, modern, outdoor, south asian, same sex, or multicultural – we love designing and printing for ALL spring weddings! Start planning for 2014, and let us fuel the creative fire to get you going!

Beginnings is a fruity companion, with fun florals. Ideal for rustic, barn-style affairs.

Misha is a playful Indian design – flirty and decadent!

Elyse is a whimsical, modern solution for a modern couple. Simply subtle.

Blume is my absolute favorite (along with Carmel). Inspired by a nineteenth-century German textile pattern.

And, since I mentioned it, Carmel curls with romance for spring.

Where to start? Check out our invitation gallery, or peruse our inspirations for spring wedding ideas. Have fun!

Send Me My Free Samples of selected designs from our spring gallery!

Written by Debbie

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Bar Bat Mitvah Planning Guide

November 26, 2013 by Ajalon

Start your planning early!

We are always trying to offer ideas and inspiration to all our readers – from weddings to quinceañeras to baby announcements. We have designed several bar bat mitzvah invitations too. Here are some helpful hints, links and ideas to get the ball in motion.

Start your planning 2-3 years before the event. Book the synagogue or temple, start preparing your child, and contact possible service providers, entertainers, etc.

Themes, vendors, color scheme, and more – plan 1 year ahead.

This young lady had a makeup theme, with a make up bar. Awesome!

Katelynn is the perfect invitation style for her tailored, lady-like theme.

Six months before the event, plan the guest list. You also want to start the table decorations, signage, party favors, and order your invitations.

This young man centered his mitzvah theme around his favorite football team, the Baltimore Ravens. Love this sign in idea.

Lakina is the IDEAL design for this event. Even the colors are right!

Two months and counting – mail those invitations!

Bar Bat Mitvah items are easy – especially when you can do the one stop shop. Let us know how we can help you create a fun, memorable and unique package for your child’s important day.

Written by Debbie