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Updike Collection at the Providence Public Library

Colleen — Tue, 15 May 2012 20:29:38 +0000

I completely forgot to blog about this, but on a recent LGNE trip to Providence we were lucky to view the Daniel Berkeley Updike History of Printing Ephemera Collection at the Providence Public Library. Here’s a few snapshots from our visit:

{images shown via my instagram @colleenellse}

SouleMama at Brimfield

Colleen — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:20:03 +0000

I was hoping to get to Brimfield for the first time this past week, but there’s just too much other stuff going on. Probably later on this year, for sure. Was happy to see SouleMama’s photos from her visit – looks like it’s quite an adventure!

{images shown belong to SouleMama}

Meagan & Jared

Colleen — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:34:41 +0000

I was so excited to receive this invitation in the mail that I had to share. My dear friend Meagan owns The Brocade Blackbird, and for her own wedding invitations she decided to do something totally unique and one-of-a-kind. The invite arrived in a simple kraft box; inside were the suite pieces all wrapped up in a colorful, green fabric and grey and white bakers twine.

The invite pieces have hand-drawn art from Meagan including an illustration of the house where the reception will be held and a glass canning jar with striped straws – sneak peeks of what’s in store on their wedding day.

Underneath this bundled invitation was a simple note saying “peek inside” – and when lifted, a hand-cut, hidden diorama of the bride & groom on their wedding day was found. Amazing!

The invite definitely set the mood for the wedding – I was honored to receive such a gorgeous invite and I can’t wait for their big day in July!

{images shown taken by me; invitation by Meagan Gilner of The Brocade Blackbird}

Saw Mill House

Colleen — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:19:36 +0000

Beautiful photos from Amy Merrick’s grandparents historic and much loved saw mill home.

{images shown belong to Amy Merrick & An Apple a Day}

New Website Coming Soon

Colleen — Wed, 02 May 2012 14:07:43 +0000

I apologize for my absence from this space, I’ve been working steadily on a new website as well as a new direction – I’m excited to share all the details very soon! For the next few weeks, my posts might be spotty as I wrap up all the loose ends, but I promise to check in as much as I can. In the meantime, I’ve been posting often on Instagram while I work– follow me there for images of my printing, design, and …maybe a photo or two of my cats.

{image shown via my Instagram @colleenellse}

PVD Lady Project

Colleen — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:26:36 +0000

Last night was my second PVD Lady Project networking night and I had a great time meeting & chatting with talented ladies. So happy to catch up with Sarah from Parrott Design Studio, Erica from Foxtrot Press, and my friend Ashley as well. Looking forward to the next one this June!

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Elkhorn Design

Colleen — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:25:05 +0000

Simple and colorful screen printed tea towels from Elkhorn Design. I love the pippies print!

{images shown belong to Elkhorn Design}

Violet Cakes

Colleen — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:54:26 +0000

Came across Violet Cakes (in London) this week and it looks so lovely! Not sure when I’ll be traveling next, but I definitely want to make a visit to their shop whenever that may be. Yum!

{images shown belong to Violet Cakes}

Peter Fasano

Colleen — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:13:48 +0000

This wall covering from Peter Fasano is gorgeous! Would love to see it on a wall.

{images shown belongs to Peter Fasano}

Monmouth Coffee

Colleen — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 03:33:27 +0000

Came across the Monmouth Coffee (in the UK) over the weekend while doing some online research for a project, and fell in love with their storefronts. Someday, I’d love to have a studio with a welcoming and elegant façade like their shops.

{images shown belong to Monmouth Coffee}