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The Complete Guide to Wedding Signage: What You Need, What You Don't
Wedding signage can feel like a rabbit hole. There's a sign for seemingly everything, and it's easy to end up either over-ordering or missing the one piece that would've actually helped your day run smoothly. Here's a breakdown of what each type of signage actually does, so you can figure out what your wedding really needs. Welcome Signs This is the first thing your guests see, so it sets the tone for everything that follows. A welcome sign does double duty: it confirms guest
Sep 13 min read


Why Mirror Welcome Signs Are So Much Fun
Of all the welcome signs I get to create, mirror signs are consistently one of my favorites, both to make and to watch guests experience in person. Here's why they earn a spot on so many couples' must-have lists. They Do Double Duty A mirror welcome sign isn't just a sign, it's also a mirror. Guests glance at it to check their outfit or fix a flyaway on their way into your ceremony, which means it gets looked at far more than a static sign ever would. More eyes on it means mo
Aug 212 min read


From Bad Handwriting to Bespoke Hands: My Calligraphy Origin Story
Third grade was not kind to my handwriting. I remember it clearly: a few classmates teasing me for how sloppy my letters looked next to theirs. And theirs was the quintessential 90's bubble handwriting. You know the one. Big round letters, hearts dotting the i's, that unmistakable loopy swagger every girl in my class seemed to have mastered except me. So I did what any stubborn 3rd grader would do. I studied it. I copied it, letter by letter, until I could write it just as we
Aug 33 min read


Your Wedding Deserves More Than a Favor Table. Why Live Calligraphy Is the Most Memorable Experience You Can Add to Your Portland Wedding
What if your guests left your wedding with something they actually treasured? Something made for them, in front of them, on the most beautiful day of your year? That's live calligraphy!
Apr 33 min read
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