Love Me Tender

Ahh, l'amour! I know some say it's just a Hallmark holiday, but I like Valentine's Day for a few reasons: One, it gives me a reason to use glitter to decorate, two it gives me something to look forward to in the dark, dark days of Minnesota winter...and three, I just love love! 

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from the Winter's Kiss wedding inspiration shoot, courtsey of De La Vue Photography

As a calligrapher, one of the main parts of my job is wedding work - so I am constantly reminded that love is real, that people find each other in the weirdest of places (like my husband and I, who met in the basement of a local college bar while our friends were singing karaoke R-E-S-P-E-C-T) and that they meet at times when they least expect. 

So, if you love love too and want to get in the mood with me (or, maybe you're just an Elvis fan!) -- here's a free wallpaper for ya!

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xoxo,
Clair

Winter Sweethearts & Sweets!

I recently had the chance to make a few lovely pieces for a local real couple, Ogla & Oleksii, to capture their short time together over the holidays. Oleksii is in the Army, and they were able to be together for just a few days before he is transferred overseas - so these beautiful winter photos will be such a special memory for them!

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The team braved some cold weather conditions to get these gorgeous wintery shots, while the couple got to roast s'mores and snuggle up!

Love can carry you over time and distance, so it's pretty sweet to remember that "home is wherever I'm with you". 

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Venue/Site: Nicollet Island Pavilion
Photography: Time Into Pixels Photography
Planning/Styling: Rosetree Events
Floral: Sadie's Couture Floral & Event Styling Minneapolis
S'more Bar: North Mallow & Co
Rentals/Decor: All the Rage
Makeup and Hair: J. Lydia Bridal
Cake: Amy's Cupcake Shoppe
Calligraphy: Hooked Calligraphy

Fa la la la la!

I can't believe the holidays are almost over - I'm kind of a Christmas freak, so it makes me really sad when the time between Thanksgiving and the holidays goes so quickly! But, we still have some time to bask in the last few days of cozy couches, warm drinks, and the glow of family and friends. 

So if, like me, you're also behind on present wrapping -- there's still time, and I thought I'd offer up some help!  I've got a downloadable/Printable custom gift tag for you to make your presents complete (in both color and black/white, in case you're also lame like me and have been out of color ink at home for like, months...) 

So finish your last minute gift wrapping, and go get cozy with your favorite people. 
Enjoy the holidays and be merry! 
Clair

New Site!

I'm so thrilled to welcome you all to my new, shiny website! I've had the opportunity to work with so many amazing weddings, styled photo shoots, and vendors over the past year - so I decided it was well past time to get these beautiful images up on a new portfolio!

Now you can browse through what I've been up to in the recent "Work" section, and find out more about how I got here, get some peeks at behind the desk scenes, and get info on calligraphy basics! I've got lots of ideas in store, so check back often for new blog updates. 

Until then, let me know what you think of the new site, and thanks for stopping by!