tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88356973343079800552024-03-26T02:03:20.445-07:00Inviting DelightsMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.comBlogger275125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-62779520980948226922015-06-01T00:00:00.000-07:002015-06-01T10:04:24.340-07:00Monday Hues: Sea Side Color Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have big news today! Since I missed last week's post, I'm making today's color inspiration twice as fun! Also, I decided to move the Monday Hues series to <a href="http://www.dioperez.com/blog/category/monday-hues" target="_blank">my weblog</a>, so if you like receiving a dose of weekly color inspiration, hop on over to my website to<a href="http://www.dioperez.com/blog/category/monday-hues"> view today's full post</a> and update your bookmarks!<br />
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~ DioMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-90284864430346524262015-05-18T00:00:00.000-07:002015-05-18T00:35:29.871-07:00Monday Hues: Fish In a Pond<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-16602140945368321852015-05-11T21:59:00.002-07:002015-05-11T22:13:32.095-07:00Monday Hues: Pink Carnation<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Red Robin was giving out pink carnations to all moms dining at the restaurant on Mother's Day...<a href="http://dioperez.weebly.com/blog/monday-hues-carnation-at-sunset" target="_blank">read more</a>Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-15789602794966172912015-05-04T13:45:00.000-07:002015-05-04T13:45:00.273-07:00Monday Hues: Theater Stage Lighting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today's color inspiration comes from the McCallum Theatre stage, during the Open Call talent competition dress rehearsal. As always, the lighting was absolutely phenomenal! There were so many acts I enjoyed, but <a href="http://www.theyipyops.com/" target="_blank">The Yip Yops</a> were one of my favorites. They totally livened up the room with their energy.<br />
Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-16440002414177916232015-04-27T00:00:00.000-07:002015-04-27T00:06:49.764-07:00Monday Hues: Pink FloralsToday's Monday Hues come from a beautiful floral arrangement that sat on my kitchen table all through the weekend. Hope today's color inspiration livens up your day, the same way the actual flowers livened up my home.<br />
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~ DioMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-12152660094598653452015-04-20T22:37:00.000-07:002015-05-02T02:41:39.766-07:00Monday Hues: Vivid Spring Colors<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today's color inspiration comes from a handmade gift enclosure I created a couple of years ago. I am big on recycling, especially when it comes to beautiful paper. I have boxes filled with scraps from back when I had my custom invitation studio. I saved every bit of usable stock and up to this day I continue to give them new life as I pair them up with other complimentary paper bits and embellishments to create tiny little treasures in the form of gift tags and gift enclosures.<br />
~ DioMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-70122239021401665092015-04-13T23:31:00.000-07:002015-05-02T02:36:54.477-07:00Mix It up with Trail Mix Color Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-27958145919577442672015-03-30T00:03:00.001-07:002015-05-02T02:34:04.909-07:00Easter Color Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Often times when I sit at my drawing table and bring out all my markers, I feel overwhelmed. So many colors to choose from, which ones should I use? Well, little by little through the Monday Hues collection, I am building a library of color swatches, a "go-to" place that can be accessed anywhere via internet, not only by me, but by my readers as well to solve this problem.As the weeks go by and my library continues to grow, I'm hoping that the Monday Hues not only help you chase the Monday blues away, but also inspire you to play with these color combinations in your wardrobe, your next party, social event, or the next time you need a little color inspiration for your a craft or home decor project.<br />
With all that said, I present to you a non-traditional Easter color palette. Colors were picked from a picture I took last year of my daughter, nieces and nephews coloring their Easter eggs.<br />
Enjoy, my friends, and have a beautiful week filled with inspiration and color all around.<br />
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Xoxo,<br />
~DioMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-92226016893960789782015-03-23T07:56:00.000-07:002015-05-02T02:31:18.540-07:00Color Inspiration from a DIY Gift Tag<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Monday Hues:</b> In honor spring, today's color inspiration comes from a flower I drew on scrap paper, and eventually turned into a gift tag. One of the things I like to do, is find the hidden colors within an image, rather than gravitating towards the obvious, which in this case would have been pink, blue green and yellow. Instead, we ended up with a palette which consists of plum, orange, mint green and chartreuse. <br />
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• <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B66DXU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001B66DXU&linkCode=as2&tag=paiinparblo-20&linkId=4C5YJ6LMHKKH2EIP" target="_blank">Black Sharpie Pen</a>*<br />
• 2"x3.5" piece of scrap card stock<br />
• <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001LXK5HS/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001LXK5HS&linkCode=as2&tag=paiinparblo-20&linkId=X3LMXXXBOER4XTKS" target="_blank">Metallic</a>*, <span style="color: #0066cc;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GZOCA8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000GZOCA8&linkCode=as2&tag=paiinparblo-20&linkId=CSNXVOKQ7Y7H4EE7" target="_blank">Moonlight</a>* </span>and <span style="color: #0066cc;"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000S14PFM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000S14PFM&linkCode=as2&tag=paiinparblo-20&linkId=TLTDDIT2I5DML2U5" target="_blank">Glaze</a>*</span> Sakura gel pens<br />
• <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=japanese%20washi%20tape&linkCode=ur2&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Ajapanese%20washi%20tape&tag=paiinparblo-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=IFYBPA5MI74APLYR" target="_blank">Washi Tape</a>*<br />
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<b>The Process</b><br />
First I drew the flower with a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B66DXU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001B66DXU&linkCode=as2&tag=paiinparblo-20&linkId=4C5YJ6LMHKKH2EIP" target="_blank">black sharpie pen</a>*, then I added color to it with different types of gel pens. While the pink<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GZOCA8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000GZOCA8&linkCode=as2&tag=paiinparblo-20&linkId=WNJ44X2P5PXVNDSO" target="_blank"> Moonlight pen</a>* is what gave the drawing the flat pink strong color, the yellow <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000S14PFM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000S14PFM&linkCode=as2&tag=paiinparblo-20&linkId=TLTDDIT2I5DML2U5" target="_blank">Glaze pen</a>* gave the image its highlights with a bit of dimension and shine. The ink from the Glaze pens tends to dry raised and shiny, making your piece look as if it were embossed or treated with thermography - I love that! As a final touch, I trimmed the bottom edge with <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=japanese%20washi%20tape&linkCode=ur2&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Ajapanese%20washi%20tape&tag=paiinparblo-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=IFYBPA5MI74APLYR" target="_blank">washi tape</a>*, then punched a hole at the top to draw a string. And just like that, with a bit of scrap paper in hand, gel pens, and washi tape, I was able to create a gift tag AND draw color inspiration from it for future projects.<br />
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Happy Monday, my friends!<br />
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~DioMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-74542370275436595622015-03-16T07:00:00.000-07:002015-05-02T02:25:26.735-07:00St. Paddy's Day Color Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am LOVING the retro cereal boxes by General Mills. I know they're totally marketing to my age group, and you know what? I don't mind one bit! I almost, <i>almost</i>, bought a box of Lucky Charms last week just because the retro design took me back to my grade school years at first glance. Good job, marketeers! You got my attention by bringing back cherished memories of the days when I had no cares in the world. My only worries were wondering what mom was going to make for dinner that night. Those were the days...<br />
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I was roaming the Target aisles with my daughter when I first spotted the retro cereal boxes, and being the observant person that she is, she immediately noticed my excitement as I held these two boxes in my hands. "Which one do you like best?" she asked. Without hesitation, I told her I preferred the retro design. She disagreed and voted for the other. I do realize I am biased, but trust me, as a designer, there are definitely other factors influencing my preference.<br />
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<li><b>Cuteness:</b> If you follow me on my <a href="http://www.paisleyinparis.net/" target="_blank">Paisley In Paris blog</a> or <a href="http://www.instagram.com/paisleyinparis" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you know I'm an avid doodler and I enjoy creating cute illustrations that are suitable for kid parties and just about anything else baby/toddler/child related. I am naturally drawn to anything cute and cutesie, and in my opinion, the retro leprechaun dude is way, waaaay cuter than the creepy 3D guy on the current box design. </li>
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<li>S<b>implicity: </b>I also prefer the simplicity of the retro or "throwback" design as they call it. It's almost minimalistic, compared to the current one. The latter is just so busy, my eyes feel like they're going to explode. There are tons of colors in a variety of shades, big marshmallows, sparkles, tons of text and a 3D creepy looking dude...which you already knew about...because I mentioned him and his creepiness in the above paragraph. </li>
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<li><b>Type:</b> There is so much more type in the current design and not only is there a lot of it, but it is also warped and outlined, and shadowed, AND to make things worse, there are so many fonts in so many different sizes. Again, waaay too much going on. So much, I'm feeling a bit of anxiety just writing about it. No, I'm not crazy, just overwhelmed. </li>
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So there you have it! Today's Monday Hues and graphic design tips were inspired by cereal boxes found and photographed by me, in the Target aisles. I'd also like to note that I picked today's inspiration source and color scheme in honor of St. Patricks Day, so enjoy your greens and golds and remember, inspiration is everywhere.<br />
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Happy Monday!<br />
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~ DioMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-69601652220894413542015-03-13T14:54:00.002-07:002015-03-13T14:59:37.674-07:00Dog Theme Baby Shower Invitations<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hi there! I'm very excited to share my newest baby shower collection with you today. It had been a long time since I was able to add an entire setto my shop for a themed event, and after many, many months and a bit of determination I finally did it.<br />
My new "Bandana Doggy" stationery theme was actually born last summer as I doodled away in my office while taking a break to do a little creative exercise. I kept the little piece of scrap paper I doodled on pinned to my bulletin board for several months - that little guy was just too cute to discard! <br />
It wasn't until some time last month in February that I finally had the chance to transform my doodle into a digital illustration and begin the process of creating this set, complete with <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/bandana_doggy_baby_shower_invitations-256609527672971673?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">invitations</a>, custom <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/bandana_doggy_postage_stamps-172968670571431523?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">postage</a>, party favor <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/bandana_doggy_baby_shower_sticker_labels-217027138633152685?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">stickers</a>, <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/bandana_doggy_address_labels_light_green-106002477519339640?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">address labels</a> and <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/bandana_doggy_thank_you_card_green_note_card-137865518060177052?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">thank you cards</a> - all available in my shop at <a href="http://www.paisleyinparis.com/" target="_blank">PaisleyInParis.com </a><br />
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~ DioMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-53628642047376329902015-03-09T04:00:00.000-07:002015-05-02T02:19:51.185-07:00Succulent Monday HuesHappy Monday! Today we are beating the Monday blues with a beautiful color inspiration palette pulled from a picture I took in the summer of 2014 at Sea World, San Diego. Here's only a glimpse of the beautiful succulent and floral gardens you'll find throughout the park.<br />
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~ DioMs. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-36421689810989743342015-03-02T02:00:00.000-08:002015-05-02T02:16:25.450-07:00I'm back and I'm covered in color!One thing I've learned is that if there is one thing that is constant, it is change! Yep. In the fall of 2010 I closed the doors to my invitations design studio and went back to the corporate world. I often thought about deleting this blog, but due to the traffic still coming through, I left it up thinking the old content would probably still inspire visitors one way or another.<br />
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Currently, my life is a constant juggling act, with the biggest chunk of my day spent at my 9-5 job, my daily half hour commute in each direction, grocery shopping, taking my daughter to her Tae Kwon Do practice, walking the dog, and cooking for my family. The word busy doesn't even begin to describe my days.<br />
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Despite my busy schedule, I always carve out a few minutes of "me" time for the sake of my sanity and that of my family. I <a href="http://www.paisleyinparis.net/" target="_blank">doodle</a> a lot, sometimes during my breaks at work or right before bedtime. There is one creative aspect I miss though, and that is writing, sharing and documenting things that I find inspiring and projects I am working on that I hope others will find inspiration from.<br />
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One thing I really miss are the "Monday Hues" I started back in the summer of 2010. I would post color inspirations early Monday mornings to get you through the Monday blues and change those pouty faces into smiles by greeting you with a bit of color inspiration.<br />
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If I have no time to write about anything else from here on, I hope to at least be able to keep this category of my blog fresh with weekly posts. One thing I'll do different this time around, is that instead of browsing the internet for images, I will pull colors and post from my own photo galleries. Because inspiration is all around us, in our daily lives. We just need to look.<br />
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<b>Today's Monday Hues are taken from last year's 5k Color Run at Indio Polo Grounds, on February 2014.</b> That's me in the bunny ears and my two sisters to the right. It was a BLAST! I had a great time and was especially proud of my sister (in the orange shorts) who participated while she was close to 7 months pregnant. I would have totally ran again this year, but unfortunately, I'm allergic to pollen and dust. Yep, the next day after the run, I thought my sinuses were going to explode and I wanted to die just to ease the pain. Things start blooming around the desert this time of year (February, March) and sinus infections abound for the locals once the winds pick up. Combine that with a bunch of colorful dust thrown at you and you've got yourself 3 days of sinus pains and headaches.<br />
I haven't given up hope though. I might try it again sometime in another city that is not as dry as it is here, and I will try wearing a dust mask. I'll let you know how that goes, when I do...if I live to tell - ha!<br />
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Happy Monday, y'all!<br />
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It's been a while that I didn't add anything to my Etsy shop, but I came across a few wine corks which make great place card holders for your vineyard wedding reception or other special occasion. You can either purchase the place cards already made or buy a few hundred corks from me to make your own.</div>
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I'm really liking these <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/red_navy_ahoy_its_a_boy_nautical_boat_baby_shower_invitation-161766717626424661?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">Nautical Baby Shower Invitations</a> by Gallery Designs. You can customize them choose from a variety of papers to print them on, and even change the shape of the card to add rounded colors or other finishes. </div>
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Love, Love, Love this yellow and grey bridal invitation suite by <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/krispyskingdom/gifts?cg=196637694858161959&rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">Cheeky Paperie</a>. Just beautiful for a spring or summer wedding.Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-79053705744993955662011-04-04T19:43:00.000-07:002013-02-28T23:17:31.028-08:00Lavender Lovebirds Wedding Invitations<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/love_birds_wedding_invitation_lavender-161665824960088669?rf=238883076893020836" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5591924726150335314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEyom1R4MxQq0XecqP1NLelQFidjbkWkupuR1_WpGpMQGsA50SlYiSoX4buiCWcvWOiQAW2pt8WpiYidb_QOGh7mAN8WWl0BmB7ocDtyNPupoLkpkX_36uC06vHTY-SVR1HQaEp7wezksD/s400/PlumLovebirds_WeddingShoppe.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 288px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" /></a>I have been drawn to shades of plums, lavender and silver lately. I was actually searching for similar color schemes and ideas to decorate my home when I came across these these invitations by <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/theweddingshoppe?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">The Wedding Shoppe</a>. What I like most is their timeless elegance. Years from now, you can look back and still like your wedding invitations. It won't look dated. The design also fits all seasons of the year...spring, summer, fall or winter, this invite is perfect!Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-29995298404248008152011-03-17T21:39:00.001-07:002013-02-28T23:25:08.410-08:00Mason Jar Save the Dates<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/fireflies_mason_jar_save_the_date_invitation-161444198602655331?rf=238883076893020836" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5585275135070062402" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggaq6geY8QSB1U7pF4_7HSpaWJfxr3Cio8ZlSrxu8ZWyUOBtwg5AVXoRYcIBtQcvM6piHWdc_uoYvSnK8ErSa_HodQkdW3pd00OkX6yturhmvbodW2ZPHx9tbFXTDDETYJkEqTnVVe3-hP/s400/MasonJar_SavetheDate.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 248px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 346px;" /></a>Set the tone for your spring or summer wedding with these adorable little <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/fireflies_mason_jar_save_the_date_invitation-161444198602655331?gl=labellarue&rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">Mason Jar Save the Dates</a> by <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/labellarue?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">La Bella Rue</a>. Matching <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/mason+jars+invitations?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">Invitations and RSVP</a> cards also available.<br />
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PLEASE NOTE: I played with the customizing settings a bit to make sure it worked, and here's what I noticed. When I entered my name where it reads "Text 1" I realized there are two layers to the names on the cover, a black and red layer. "Text 1" pertains to the black layer, so make sure you enter the exact same text where it reads "Text 3" so that both layers match and say exactly the same thing, creating a sligh. Then proceed to customize the rest.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIwdoxTod-iacLwn4BdUa_Eyqbk03UxSdda15O5Fyi3ZCl5tKGACiB9Cfi3symvtJcaJS8NwBt8Glcjy0lB5c3Bae01w0lzUpeXbps-6L7pqdCIF8trRQCvXqeahO7Zfd-ehaFyVoWUR1S/s1600/OutOfStock.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5581946970021070770" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIwdoxTod-iacLwn4BdUa_Eyqbk03UxSdda15O5Fyi3ZCl5tKGACiB9Cfi3symvtJcaJS8NwBt8Glcjy0lB5c3Bae01w0lzUpeXbps-6L7pqdCIF8trRQCvXqeahO7Zfd-ehaFyVoWUR1S/s320/OutOfStock.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; float: left; height: 249px; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; width: 250px;" /></a>These would make great invitations for weddings, bridal showers, engagement parties, or sweet 16 parties.<br />
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Oh! One more thing! Do not be intimidated by the yellow notice that reads "MEDIA is temporarily out of stock".<br />
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This just means that the stock that the designer selected is out at the time being, but you can just click where it says "2. Choose your style, size and paper type" and you'll be able to select other fabulous card stocks such as metallic ice or recycled stock.Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-89365659381583926262011-02-08T21:10:00.000-08:002013-02-28T23:25:49.836-08:00Stylish Invitations & Gifts at PaisleyInParis.com<a href="http://www.paisleyinparis.com/" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571553091414505170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-kJfJgj8v5Exjj2R5ByH7zAymgnZmTAQ2ODcogNXNv3krkpuwJTFonq4dvAmHWB9ugi7ncVBDyA5pi7ZsvZo8h3FZ744MVgmqg8UtacM_PBqIOweaO09rAE6BQ3yjnKukbD7QfHzSTGpu/s400/InvitesAddressLabels.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 398px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" /></a>I've received several calls in the last few weeks (tis the season) from brides in need of custom invitations. Unfortunately, even though I love creating custom wedding stationery, I no longer provide this service. I do however, have a fun little line of stationery, which I call <a href="http://www.paisleyinparis.com/">Paisley In Paris</a>. Through my <a href="http://www.paisleyinparis.com/">Paisley In Paris website</a> you are able to customize and purchase a variety of items, right from your desktop, within minutes! You'll find invitations for weddings, baby showers and birthday parties, as well as address labels, calling cards, housewarming party invitations, save the dates, custom postage, cupcake toppers & more! I add new items to the shop on a weekly basis so check-in often to see all the new stuff I've been working on.Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-753992704701198882010-12-17T00:09:00.000-08:002013-02-28T23:26:06.800-08:00Holiday Doodles<a href="http://www.paisleyinparis.blogspot.com/" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551560792893429602" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6lns2Q556lg8HDzSwQFKAFgESF52eBatC0vw6X03d6Orj0asLJp8Ljk0c4H4N8t_7Uffs4IAsKmxIXaLg9pK1tmJo-8znbx1MiT_vBI84cTkQeYkBB1FgP9vfapyuKPn3EwAdDluNVYzF/s400/DoodlesOffice.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 317px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" /></a>I've been spreading a little holiday cheer around the office with my doodles, thanks to my current addiction to glitter pens. Yup. That's why I haven't been blogging much lately, I'm busy glittering up a doddle of a storm for my coworkers! Well, kind of, but not really. I <span style="font-style: italic;">have </span>been very busy though, and I have a feeling things are going to stay this way for a while which means it's time to narrow down my focus so that I don't spread myself out too thin. As a result, I will most likely end up deleting this blog, but you can always stop by and visit me at the <a href="http://www.paisleyinparis.blogspot.com/">Paisley In Paris Blog</a>. There's a lot more happening over there, so when you have a chance, grab a cup of coffee, or tea, or any other beverage you prefer and make yourself at home. I probably won't be posting anything else on here before the holidays, so you have yourself a merry little Christmas and enjoy the holidays!Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-4678282155953680122010-11-12T20:39:00.000-08:002013-02-28T23:27:48.917-08:00Lovebirds Save the Date AnnouncementsIt's no secret that I love anything with birds, so on today's post I'd like to feature Lovebird Save the Dates by some of my favorite zazzle designers.<br />
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/blue_custom_save_the_date_love_birds_flat_card_postcard-239344044454459966?rf=238883076893020836" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5581936818723996162" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-fpqDlvpOhtLhG0zshGo5o6AuGYjRU4L3z2S2iNoyUFWWs9ULulexXOCdRqpn-hEjNCwY0kASN-kckrbuZBPmHLzdgwXrmM619WKhzLEEEL36Q4G_0t5ChgZikr9HgexFtEb0hyphenhypheny9e3Qo/s400/Lovebirds_FidesDesign.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 396px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 309px;" /></a>I love the sophistication of this above aqua and brown save the date card by <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/blue_custom_save_the_date_love_birds_flat_card_postcard-239344044454459966?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">FidesDesign</a>. It has a classic timeless feel, with a modern font that makes the design fit with the actual trends.<br />
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/love_birds_save_the_date_wedding_announcement_invitation-161093726108094813?gl=Pip_Gerard&rf=238883076893020836" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538889403249747186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh51lKL4lETTi6JwDtV2tNDX6GK-OflA03Hf82pDH-RFT18RT5-oex-ppQGpMM6eBsEnisUX1NT3OQs6KkzfZ5L6hhhkoA6_zZyyutdlQBUAlYTE2mr5_hVOFb6EN0145W50mavPuyiCV6/s400/Lovebirds_PipGerard.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 400px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 295px;" /></a>The design shown above by <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/love_birds_save_the_date_wedding_announcement_invitation-161093726108094813?gl=Pip_Gerard&rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">Pip Gerard</a> is both creative and adorable. I love the heart shape created by little birdie foot prints, and the glasses on the groom.<br />
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/love_birds_save_the_date_card_postcard-239740444726003447?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538892928640779682" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXB_mn5QXkAZbkML01R68QrHeMemyx3xZPxHaduCG5Hqm8PwaoyvSiw7pJvHu4h-yXC5YWLBsAmAsEpO8c1-5g37akS3cNv89CxD8c0WNafdNjUoxFGGUHjvCXoGYzZ8DneXFe_82iG8Ic/s400/LovebirdsBerrySweet.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 400px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 311px;" /></a>I like the soft and feminine feel in this design by <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/love_birds_save_the_date_card_postcard-239740444726003447?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">Berry Berry Sweet</a>, which is balanced by a touch of masculinity with the dark brown shades and the bird's top hat.<br />
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/tiffany_blue_lovebirds_save_the_dates_postcard-239899456210736007?gl=paisleyinparis&rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5581940813282692114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF7SfDmFUsxyNT-q2JbMBUn7hIhJD57Zep6Zc95lVbKHstgtAB-3EHQ1o6wIpoDGbfQ3Qwu-aZwUkb4ODxpuhGAUNw6FYGuD5M-MkToQvPwYdGvgEPADzaHeHD2bGOJXg-m006ucXyJoUZ/s400/Lovebirds_TiffanyBlue.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 306px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 393px;" /></a>Well, since I'm going with an aqua color scheme, thought I'd throw -in my lovebirds design as well! This is from my <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/paisleyinparis/tiffany+blue+lovebirds+gifts?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">Tiffany Blue Lovebirds and Blossoms collection</a>, complete with matching invitations, address labels and many other items.</div>
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<a href="http://www.zazzle.com/love_birds_save_the_date_postcard-239055988190359036?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538890986256350018" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvQgj0-NhIrjueE9b9tegX8sbzUfgn825GlzZRnXwdhQYUVpZPUwQODmUDFkBffm7d2gfZIShTKk-uyFCTmM-du6i6ncA5_DcxJSmVzRX_QZ-lsr7tBHfX_BHrifmYbzG2n1YEFY_xzjAs/s400/Lovebirds_ArtLadyManor.jpg" style="display: block; height: 314px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" /></a>And last, but not least, I completely enjoy the vibrant colors in this bold yet whimsical design by <a href="http://www.zazzle.com/love_birds_save_the_date_postcard-239055988190359036?rf=238883076893020836" target="_blank">Art Lady Manor</a>.<br />
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That's all for today! Have a great weekend, and happy wedding planning.Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8835697334307980055.post-82633323567226035602010-11-06T12:35:00.001-07:002010-11-06T13:11:57.354-07:00A Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera HalloweenThis year, the entire family got into the Halloween spirit and we celebrated together with a costume party. My husband and I dressed up as Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, two very famous Mexican artists from the early 1900's.<br /><br />Frida's artwork is a little too dark for my taste. It expresses a lot of tragedy, as well as emotional and physical pain that she endured throughout her lifetime. But after watching "<a href="http://www.zuguide.com/#Frida">Frida</a>," a 2002 film starring Salma Hayek (as Frida) and Alfred Molina (as her husband, Diego Rivera), I learned to appreciate her work and talent.<br /><br />Below is the image of Frida and Diego we tried to recreate:<br />From left to right, you'll see Alfred Molina and Salma Hayek, a painting of Diego and Frida in the center, and then my husband and I to the far right.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRxQ5OCYNC-f5gQafDGVoL4RcGIMaeA6QJTPGNlthqqARpeVbvw1CZ_Z042dg-pU2zylDbyKEYQzlnM4zjA9zuqmMhteFOOgyep6557QoImQSRnf2YB_ntiRNqaE-IsuQnCNF_YlFl3CgH/s1600/WeAreFrida.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 385px; height: 210px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRxQ5OCYNC-f5gQafDGVoL4RcGIMaeA6QJTPGNlthqqARpeVbvw1CZ_Z042dg-pU2zylDbyKEYQzlnM4zjA9zuqmMhteFOOgyep6557QoImQSRnf2YB_ntiRNqaE-IsuQnCNF_YlFl3CgH/s400/WeAreFrida.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536529774818905362" border="0" /></a>Being the crafty person that I am, instead of buying a painter's palette that I'd probably never use again, I created the one below out of chipboard.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy9T8BcB8e6mYTvhPvM44sMBWz0AHWpWWfY-nmMpuhWRSkEnXYJ1zVXn-19N17K3v8L7eoKy6SkvGb0H44u4f0r9kJEhjmhljzJtkgFPp28GHoh8lbqs13y1qTC_gNKC_l5kJssC4jDVJN/s1600/PaintersPallette.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy9T8BcB8e6mYTvhPvM44sMBWz0AHWpWWfY-nmMpuhWRSkEnXYJ1zVXn-19N17K3v8L7eoKy6SkvGb0H44u4f0r9kJEhjmhljzJtkgFPp28GHoh8lbqs13y1qTC_gNKC_l5kJssC4jDVJN/s400/PaintersPallette.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536527858401617378" border="0" /></a>I cut out pictures of Frida and Diego to represent the paint on the palette, which also served as a tool to explain to people who we were dressed as, in case they were not familiar with our characters. As an added touch, I taped two used brushes on the back for easy handling, so we weren't dropping our photo props all over the place.<br /><br />The party was lots of fun, and hubby and I were very proud of our homemade costumes. We only spent $9 total, which went towards his clothes that we purchased at Goodwill.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/54487/368/370306B04C55CD060387EF618774A13E.png" style="border: 0pt none ! important; background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; -moz-background-inline-policy: continuous;" /><br /></a>Ms. Diohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09589908622204270878noreply@blogger.com1