Painterly Paper For Your Wedding Day

{ Via: Momental Designs }

I ran across the most beautiful wedding invitation somewhere on the Internet, and followed the link. It took me to Momental Designs. They create unique and custom watercolor wedding stationery featuring the artwork of Kristy Rice. Each invitation, menu, table number, etc. is hand painted. I am still in awe of her work.  Kristy also has a presence and shop on Etsy, called Paint Crush Paper.   Scroll down to see more of her work,  and that of many other talented artisans.

   

Dusty Blue Watercolor Invitation

Digital Download

Just imagine the oohs and aahs you will receive when guests learn that you printed this invitation yourself! It is easy to do, and very economical. Perfect for DIY brides.

Plum Sugar Paperie

Water Color Digital Download

For those on a tight wedding budget, this is a stylish way to go. You actually print this pretty paper yourself. You edit the wording exactly as you want it online, and print it up. The shop supplies the water color artwork.

Fabled Weddings

Hand Painted Watercolor Wedding Suite

Such gorgeous work! Each style is a work of art.

Karli Strohshein Art

Leafy Green hand Painted Set

Modern and a wee bit tropical. The calligraphy is really spectacular. 

Brush and Nib Studio

Bespoke Watercolor Crest

What a lovely thought. Share your new initials with your guests. These pretty papers will be a keepsake forever.

Blush and Bloom Art

Bold & Beautiful
Just a sample of the lovely work done by this studio. Wouldn't this be a terrific color statement for a 
Fall wedding?
Hoopla Designs

Hand Painted Invitations
Chic, colorful and modern. This suite will let your color palette be known  as soon as the envelope is opened.  Available at an affordable
 price point at 
Design Parlour

Tropical Coral Watercolors
Oh how fun! This style is for colorful couples. Shannon will custom create the stationery of your dreams. 
Shannon Kirsten

Hand Painted Calligraphy Program
I have fallen in love with the simple and delicate designs of Claire Carstens. Both her work and pretty papers are very lovely.
Sugared Fig Paperie

Lemon & Tile Watercolor
Destination wedding? This suite is perfect. Hand painted tile work and lemons give your guests a taste of Italy.
Paint Crush Paper

Custom Illustrated Wedding Map

What a beautiful gift to have waiting for your guests in their hotel room. It's both 
pretty and practical.
BP Calligraphy



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Saturdays At Shop This: Memorial Day Weekend

{ Via: Serena and Lily }

Our weather in Chicago looks spotty for the weekend. But if you are cooking out, by all means, use flowers on your outdoor table. Isn't that lovely?  All of Serena & Lily's outdoor furnishings are coastal chic and perfect for an upscale relaxed lifestyle. By the way, they are having a 20% off sitewide sale this weekend.  I invite you to check out these interesting links before your weekend fun begins. 

Memorial Day Sales: I have updated the blog with the latest and greatest. The new Codes are marked "New"

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Isn't this the cutest Straw tote. So chic and colorful! Now on sale for less than $100.

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The 15 Best-Kept Costco Secrets You Didn't Know About. Costco shoppers will love these tips at Food52.

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Chic Checks: A fab find in the Shopbop

BIG sale. Check it out!

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I have often mentioned the dangers of chemical sunscreens. But of course I do use Mineral Sunscreen. You can save 20% on my favorite Juice Beauty Sport Sunscreen at the Dermstore Sale. Use Code: SUMMER. Hit the link and type in search box
"Juice Beauty Sunscreen."
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This Transparent Trench Coat by Dorothee Schumacher is on sale and so clearly chic!
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10 Secrets to Decorating Like a Parisian. Ooh la la these spaces are stylish.
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You can't have too many white shirts, can you? This J.Crew Band Collar Popover Cotton Poplin Tunic Top, is really good and now on sale. Shop it at Nordstrom or JCrew.
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My favorite bar cart is now on sale at Anthropologie, along with all home furnishings and decor. Love the lucite.

I hope that your holiday weekend is filled with good food, friends, and memories of a fallen hero in your life.

XOXOX
Deb
Shop This

P. S. In honor of my own Marine Veteran, "Mr. Shop This,"
I will not be working on Memorial Day. So I'll be back Wednesday with some
more fun links.

Foodie Friday: Recipes For Cooking Out

{ Via Williams Sonoma }

And this is what I will be doing all weekend if Mother Nature cooperates. Food just tastes better if cooked outdoors, don't you think? Here's inspiration for your Memorial Day and beyond entertaining. 

HERE: 14 Reasons To Fire Up The Grill

Grilled Watermelon and Peach Margarita
Grilling fruit brings out the natural sugars, and adds a smokiness to the fruit. Sweet and smoky always is a delicious duo when it 
comes to cocktails.
The Feed Feed

Grilled Brie With Blackberry Basil 
Smash Salsa
Perhaps the perfect Summer appetizer. I will definitely make this for the deck crew. 
Half Baked Harvest

Tropical Jerk Grilled Chicken With Charred Mango Salsa Verde
"Marinated with tropical island flavors, garlic, fresh thyme, a touch of cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and plenty of fresh lime. Serve with a charred lemon and mango salsa verde."
Half Baked Harvest

Diner-Style Strawberry Shortcake

No one has time to create a strawberry shortcake on the spot. So make this all American cake ahead of time. Looks so good and summery!

Food Network

Grilled Romain Salad With Anchovy Mustard Vinaigrette
Sounds like a grilled caesar to me. I can just imagine plating a steak on top of this!
Williams Sonoma Taste

Grilled Swordfish With Fennel Olive Relish

This recipe had me at "Rosé!" The wine in the sauce and the salad dressing is the secret ingredient in chef Jennifer Carroll’s delicious grilled swordfish. It looks so fresh, doesn't it?

Food & Wine

Grilled Clambake With Miso Lime Butter 

This recipe features all of the best components of a classic clambake like shrimp, corn, potatoes. What makes it different is that everything is grilled instead of steamed.  That tasty butter puts the recipe over the top. 
Epicurious

Grilled Fish Tacos With Mango Salsa
Nothing is better than a freshly made salsa. It's the only kind that I make. Top some lightly grilled flaky fish with it, and it's paradise. This recipe is easy, colorful, 
and a real crowd pleaser.
Joyful Healthy Eats

Bacon Wrapped Grilled Brussels Sprouts
This may be my favorite recipe of the roundup.  "A quick and simple balsamic marinade makes these the best grilled brussels
sprouts ever!"
Gimme Some Grilling

Spicy Mango Barbecue Ribs
My kind of recipe. Sweet and Spicy.  First you do a rub, and both the rub and the sauce are homemade.....the only way to go in my book.  And did you know that Mangos can bring down high blood pressure?
Heather Christo

Key Lime Grilled Chicken Taco Skewers
A quick and easy recipe that's both low carb and gluten free. Only three ingredients!
Whitney Bond

Flank Steak With Chimichurri Sauce
Confession. I have never made flank steak or even eaten it. People rave about it, but the "tenderness thing" keeps me away. This recipe and video just changed all of that. And doesn't chimichurri sauce elevate everything?
Grandbaby Cakes

Grilled Beef Banh Mi
Have you ever had a Banh Mi? I have not. But as I look at the ingredient list, there is no way that the flavor profile isn't delicious. Think siracha mayo, soy sauce, mirin and more. A good choice if you are having a crowd 
over for lunch. 
Bakers Royale

Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon
 Honey Drizzle
What a simple and perfect dessert for a cook out. Your guests will love watching you create something on the spot.

Wine & Glue

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All The Best Memorial Day Savings

{ Via: Instagram }

Can you believe that Memorial Day is here? It's the unofficial start of Summer, and that's pretty exciting. Of course we all honor our fallen heroes, and thank the men and women for keeping us safe. We also thank them for some of the best sale prices of the year. There are so many sales going on, promise me that you won't pay full price this weekend.  Bookmark this post HERE, and check back all weekend, as I will be updating daily.

AHALIFE New
Save 30% sitewide at one of my very favorite websites. You will find the best and most unique gift ideas, clean beauty products, unusual but fabulous home furnishings and more. Use code: MEMORIAL30

Anthropologie
Two stylish sales: 30% off full price furniture, bedding, and decor.  And take an extra 40% off sale items.  
Shop Sale Items HERE
Shop The Decorating Event HERE

Baublebar  New

100's of new styles have been added to the sale section just for this weekend. Lots of fun and fab finds.

Boston Proper
Extra 50% Off All Boston Proper Sale Styles with code EXTRA50 5/23-5/27!

Deux Lux
The Summer Kick Off Sale starts today. Save 70%...if you can believe....sitewide with some exclusions. Use Code: SUMMERKICKOFF. Sale ends on the 27th. Such fun finds!

Donna Karan
As you probably know, Donna regrouped and now focuses her label on much more affordable style, but with designer details. Save 25% sitewide this weekend with Code: SUMMER25

Horchow  New
25% off sitewide and Free Shipping on $100
Ends 05/29 9:00 AM

Laura Mercier
Friends & Family 20% your entire purchase! Plus, 2 deluxe samples plus free shipping! Use code MOREMERCIER at checkout!

Mark & Graham  New
A fabulous site, especially for gifts! Save 20% sitewide and 30% on Sale items. Use Code: SUMMER

Michael Kors
Enjoy an Additional 25% Off Sale Jackets and Outerwear at Michael Kors with code: WEEKEND. 
How cute are these?

Neiman Marcus
Save up to 40% off Women's Fine Apparel, Sport Shop, Shoes, Handbags, Contemporary, Dress Collections, Designer Jewelry, Accessories, Intimates, Children's Apparel, Men's Apparel & Shoes,  Ends 5/29

Net-A-Porter
Save up to 50% on some of the best fashion on the Internet. Ends 05/29

Pottery Barn
Shop their Spend More, Save More Sale this weekend. It's a good one!

Ralph Lauren
Get up to 40% Off Plus an extra 30% off sale styles with code: MEMDAY. Valid 5/21/19-5/28/19.

Sephora New
Save up to 50% off brands you love like Clinique, Becca, Tarte, BareMinerals. Over 400 beautiful buys!

Serena & Lily
Enjoy 20% off fabulous finds for every space in your home - indoors and out. Code: SUMMERPREP Ends 5/28

Shopbop
You don't want to miss this sale. It's one of the best and most stylish of the weekend. And so you know, you can use your Amazon Prime membership with 2 day shipping
 here, too!

Tumi 
It's time for their semi-annual sale. You'll find luggage, bags, and accessories with great discounts. 

Vineyard Vines

Save up to 50% until May 26th. Check back, as I bet they have coupon code coming this 
weekend, too.

Williams Sonoma  New
Save 20% this weekend and get free fast shipping with Code: SPRING

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ABT: Weekend Savings. Save $50 on $500 orders with Code: MEMDAYSAVE50. Save $100 on $1,000 orders with Code: MEMDAYSAVE100  New

American Apparel: Memorial Day Sale: 40% OFF EVERYTHING. Use code FORTYFLASH. Offer valid Friday 5/24 - Monday 5/27.

Banana Republic: 40% OFF EVERYTHING! No code needed. Plus, free 3–5 day shipping on $100+. Code: BRSHIP  New

Clinique: Glow Big for Summer! Choose a Free 4pc Kit and Pick a Full-Size Summer Favorite with Any $55 Purchase. Plus, Get a Free Tote Bag with Any $65 Purchase. Code: LOOKPRETTY or GLOWON. Valid 5/21-5/23!

Club Monaco: Memorial Day Event: Get 25% off your purchase with code: SUMMERTIME. Valid 5/21-5/27!

Coyuchi: Take 20% off organic bedding, towels, and mattresses. No code needed. Ends 06/03  New

Dermstore: Save up to 20% on luxury brands like Peter Thomas Roth,   Tarte Cosmetics, Juice Beauty and more. Use Code: SUMMER Sale ends 5/28:

Furla: Save up to 40% on stylish bags and save an extra on Sale items. Prices as marked.  New

Gap: 40% off everything with no exclusions with Code: READY. Ends 05/28 New

Illume Candles: Get 25% off your entire order through Memorial Day. Their candles are super lovely! New

Last Call by Neiman Marcus: Enjoy the Memorial Day Sale and receive 40% off your purchase plus 60-75% off clearance. Ends 05/27

Sabon NY: Save 20% sitewide until 05/27  New

Too Faced Cosmetics: Say ‘Hello Summer!’ with 25% OFF + Free Shipping!. Code: SUMMER25. Ends 5/27

Yummie: 30% off sitewide with Code: HELLOSUMMER. This sale includes markdowns and is over 5/27 New



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