Louella Court

simply mod

{ posted by Jen, head production assistant }

While browsing the web for some inspiration for my latest interior design project I came across this site called Mod Green Pod. This Austin-based company is a member of the Organic Trade Association (OTA) and produces organic textiles and wallpapers. Take a look at some of their spunky patterns.

I love how vibrant and bold these patterns and colors are. Using one of these strong prints as an accent on either a wall or piece of furniture may be the perfect touch to finishing any room. And better yet these products are organic, toxin free and totally produced in the United States!

Take a look at the room creator that allows you to play around with the colors and patterns; I’ve had some fun playing around with their multiple combinations — hope you have fun, too!

All images via http://modgreenpod.com/

How to write a Wedding Website

{ posted by Nicole, director of sales }

When planning a wedding, one of the first things couples do is create a website.  Some search Go Daddy to see if their domain name of choice is available. Others opt for The Knot or use the Wedding Channel's easy templates to get started.  Things like directions, and registry information are carefully entered along with a touching story of how the couple met or fell in love.

The brides I have met with over the past 2 years have had shared amazing stories - like getting engaged in Pottery Barn or meeting in line at Starbucks.  I have seen beautiful and elegant sites with photos of the bridal party and a little bio about each.  But I have to say my FAVORITE site to date comes from Beth and Dany.  I love their story.  We are just wrapping up their Save the Date, so stay tuned for more details... but if their wedding is ANYTHING like this website - it is going to be a BLAST! 

www.bethanddany.com

AIGA event success!

{ posted by Brooke, designer }

We had such a great time last week kicking off the AIGA New To You series here at Two Paperdolls. Our new friend, photographer Tina Jay, captured some great photos throughout the evening. Here's a sneak peek:

We had some adorable Pressed55 cupcakes from Brown Betty, delectable food from Tredici, and a tasty selection of beers to sample from Yards.

Scott did a letterpress demonstration and our guests were able to take home a limited edition print.

We displayed some of our recent projects....

... and caught up with some lovely AIGA members and students.

Thanks to Tina Jay for the great photos, and to AIGA Philadelphia for inviting us to take part in this series!

Puppy Love, part 2

{ posted by Nicole, director of sales }

Here are a few puppy pictures to brighten your Monday morning... they are actually Leon's 1/2 Brothers - all T.D. Wade Labs!

Let me introduce to you to Harper:

And Louie (love that hair!!!)

Here is a great shot of Louie the silver lab, a charcoal pup, and a brand new yellow lab - with 10 Champion Blood lines.

all day long you'll have good luck.

{ posted by Terry, designer + print manager }

So I was totally blown away when I read on notcot.com about a floor that was tiled entirely with pennies — what a dazzling and unexpected effect! You can find this floor at the Standard Grill, at the Standard Hotel NYC that opened earlier this year.

But THEN I came across something even crazier that I can't believe I didn't know about sooner — an Amsterdam installation by Sagmeister, Inc. entitled "Obsessions Make My Life Worse and My Work Better." Truer words were never spoken, and what designer doesn't want to be Stefan Sagmeister, at least a little bit?

Read all about the installation on their own blog — from the details about how they painted the bottoms of all the eurocents blue so that they'd always be identifiable as part of the installation, to how the whole thing was removed by the authorities the very next day: http://sagmeister.com/urbanplay/. It sure was pretty while it lasted...

{ photos via notcot.com and http://sagmeister.com }

a new website for our friends at Table Art

{ posted by Chris, designer }

Located right across the street from our studio, the team from Table Art was desperately in need of a new branding identity and web site. Kathy, the owner of the company, walked over to our studio and asked for some assistance, which of course we were more then happy to give.

Once we completed the new Table Art logo and business cards, we were eager to dive into their website design. They wanted to show how much they love the art of designing and creating a range of beautiful events, alongside their impressive portfolio, without limiting the site's appeal to just one particular type of client. 

The site is very neutral and allows the images to tell the story rather then the design of site. Kathy also requested a blog, so instead of just having a link to an external one we built a custom blog right into the website, allowing the user to visit the blog without having to ever leave the site. Both Two Paperdolls and Table Art are very excited to present their redesigned site!

AIGA {New To You Series}

{ posted by Amanda, VP }

This Thursday we will be hosting the first of three "New To You" discussions sponsored by AIGA Philadelphia. 

This is a casual lecture series that takes place annually through AIGA. Two Paperdolls, LLC was chosen because we are a small business in the surrounding suburbs of Philadelphia that is thriving in this economy, and we fit well in the category of "inspiring creativity," since that is what we do!

Vanessa Kreckel, the company's owner, will be spending a short time going over the history of her business and also bringing it to present day with trends that have come about this fall. We will also be giving a tour of our letterpress studio and showing you how one of our presses works so you can take home a little gift from us to you :-)

We hope to see you there! Pre-register here before 5pm today, Tuesday, September 22.

a love for office supplies

{ posted by Brooke, designer }

I should have known that my love for new school supplies at a young age would turn into a lifelong obsession with all sorts of paper products. And I'm not just talking about fine letterpress or engraved paper products — I also have a special place in my heart for office supplies. Yes, you heard me right... this designer's heart still skips a beat when coming across that perfect weekly planner, or when a fresh pack of Post-Its lands on my desk.

Some of my favorite online stops for office supplies are See Jane Work, Russell+Hazel, and Girl Of All Work; they all carry products that add a dash of flair to your average workday. Infusing a bit of color and good design to your workspace can work wonders for productivity (or at least put a smile on your face).

Eight Days a Week planner from See Jane Work ($16.00)

Business card holder from Girl of All Work ($9.95)

Signature Pattern Binders from Russell+Hazel ($24.00 each)

Self-Adhesive Note To-Do from Russell+Hazel ($10.00 for set of three)

Weekend Fun

{ posted by Nicole, director of sales }

Our blog doesn't get a whole lot of love on the weekends from us here at the dollhouse.  But I am sure that our readers would appreciate a post on this beautiful Saturday!  

On the weekends - while I am not speaking to a new client about their perfect invitation, or emailing a bride about their last minute program changes, I spend quality time with my husband, my dog and my kitchen.  Today started off with a brisk walk with Leon and some very necessary housework. My husband, Garri, had to work today so I thought I would bake him something special.  While Leon napped, I caught my favorite  Food Network show - Everyday Italian with Giada de Laurentiis. She had the perfect recipe featured -Lemon Mint Cake with Lemon Simple Syrup.  It couldn't be more simple, and I had all the ingredients in the pantry!  

While Leon enjoyed his pig hoof...

I quickly beat egg whites to a stiff peak & cut some fresh mint from my potted garden. 

After folding the egg whites into the rest of the lemony - egg yolk batter carefully placing it into a floured springform pan, I set my timer and sat down to write this post (hence no "in-progress" cooking shots).  

40 minutes later, I was excited to see a light and fluffy cake appear in my oven. 

 I skipped the extra sugar that would have been in the lemon simple syrup and just cut myself a piece. Check out all those little lemon and mint bits. 

Leon and I are looking forward to greeting my husband with our yummy treat! We are headed out to enjoy the rest of the beautiful day before he arrives.

hand made

{ posted by Brooke, designer }

I saw these adorable pillows from home to roost on the Duet Letterpress blog the other day (hi, Julie!), and every time I look at them I want the "hand made" one just a teensy bit more.

  

{ via home to roost on Etsy }