Getting Inventory started

So I've been busy over the weekend with the engagement photoshoot we did and coming up with some card designs.

I love the endless possibilities that there are with creating cards. The different textures and feels you can get with different color combination and cardstock types.

I'm the type of person who loves to have unique things. For my birthday I'd rather have that hand made card, or even something written on a note pad. I seem to cherish the thoughtfulness that often comes with being unique. This is what I am attempting to do with the card creations. So far 3 cards have been made and a 4th is under way. Once you have a set template it's not bad. It's just coming up with the initial creation that takes the time.

So for your viewing pleasure this is the premier of our card line into what we hope to be will be a business that many will come to love and identify with as their stationary place to go.



Lately I have been trying to diversify who I go to for my materials. To see difference in pricing but also the atmosphere. Scrapbooker's Paradise in Calgary is a really great shop to go to. It's small but has a lot of items to choose from and for a reasonable price. However the only downside is they don't have a big selection of ribbon but the rest is great, Ample paper supplies.

Monograms: Impression Invitations designs

Here are a few monogram designs I've made. I have to admit I am fully enjoying every aspect of wedding stationary. When the client tells you what they're looking for it almost opens the flood gate to endless possibilities that you never thought of before including color coding and font matching. More will be created soon :D

2$ per handcrafted invitation

Here are some invitations I've Printed and am now selling for 2$ a card

Wedding Invitations Starting to come together

After a few requests I have made a few wedding invitations. If you like what you see here and wish to purchase the Design for $10 just click any of the photos to take you to that etsy sale page.












Again this is just the starting of the offered invitations so stay tuned.

Program fans get popular

Creating fans wasn't something I thought would take off in the way it has. I have had soo much interest in these fans that I am now selling them on my etsy account.
Right now the process isn't 'slow' but it is very time consuming. Once I get a routine going I'm good.

I'm meddling with the idea as to whether I should allow customization in terms of the fans design strictly the photos and the design on the fan. And if I should leave the 'template' as is and make it mandatory. Meaning the size of fan is what you will get same with the shape.

I'm thinking of offering different styles on the top but to keep the cutting down so that the fans are produced in a timley manner this seems to be the best solution. However if requested I could speak with the client to see if there's another way.

Because of this interest I have decided to start a new webpage. It's not up and running yet but will be soon so keep an eye out for the link. With the help of my lovely friend Lisa (Lilies by Lisa) the name of the shop will be Impression Invites. I will still keep the same etsy account for now. But will be changing all my wedding programs over to a new account keep an eye out for when that will happen.

Life has been busy but fun. I am excited for what life may bring and am looking forward to the opportunity of possibly meeting you. Yeah you the one reading this. Please don't be shy feel free to send me a comment any time.

All the best.

Amanda