Definitely on my wish list this year…

The L Letterpress by Quickutz

AAAAHHHH. That’s all can say to sum up how excited I am about this nifty new tool! For those of you that don’t share my love of paper & crafting tools (yet) let me fill you in…

Letterpress is a beautiful, old school (and I mean ooold) method of printing. (Can you imagine a time before we could just push a button & ‘voila’ a beautiful creation popped out?!) The technique involves printing words or designs with ink while simultaneously debossing the image into thick, soft paper. (Deboss means indent.) For anyone interested in creating letterpress in the modern century, it was an expensive & intricate process to fiddle with. But the L Letterpress is changing that!

Nothing compares to the look & feel of letterpress, it's luxurious & decadent!

See how pretty:

*Disclaimer: this invitation was not produced on the L Letterpress, it is only shown as an example.This invitation is available for order on www.graypapier.com

Look how easy it is!

Step 1: Place design or text

Step 2: Roll with ink

Step 3: Place paper


Step 4: Squeeeeeze!!

{images via lifestyle crafts}

Next on the wish list... more TIME - - to play with the L!!

The Kharismatic Kardashian girls held a baby shower for pregnant sis Kourtney this weekend in California. Here's the shower invite- what do you think?

Need invites or announcements for someone in your life? go here & here!

Image via People

Word of the Day:

{Paraskevidekatriaphobia}

I hope you don't suffer from it! I suffer from the quite the opposite, 13 is my lucky number! Happy Friday the 13th. Off to cuddle with my 2 black kitties...

Our Kissing Tree

Fewer things seem more romantic than taking a leisurely stroll through the fall leaves & carving your names in a tree for the world to see... This makes it possible without damaging mother nature's gifts! Be sure to check out the rest of the site, I fell in love with the theme, so sweet & lovely.

Ashleigh + Alex, sitting in a tree, k-i-s-s, i-n-g :)

Jenna Fisher appreciates quality invitations!

The Office's Jenna Fischer is usually a pretty sensible person, but all that goes out the door when it comes to her upcoming wedding to screenwriter Lee Kirk. "I thought I was going to be one of those easy-going brides," Fischer, 35, tells Bonnie Hunt in an interview to air Thursday. "I never really thought about it. Whatever … a piece of paper, words – send it out." But that attitude disappeared at the store where she bought the invitations. "Three hours I sat there with the all the books," she says. "I turned into a crazy person. My fiancé was like, 'What about the slap it on the piece of paper with crayon and send it out?' But now I'm pouring over the paper quality!" Guests need to appreciate the invitations when they get them, she says. "Don't just throw it on the counter! Touch it, feel it, love it!" she commanded. But not many people will be seeing the results of her sudden wedding-prep obsession: The wedding will be "very small ... sort of immediate family and friends," she says. "Are you a brother, sister, mother or a father? That's it."


via People.com

It's a Party!

These invitations were a custom order for a 14th birthday party. The request came from our product showcase & Mom had so many great ideas for the party - including a 'Fame' themed invitation in black & pink. I loved working on these!! Happy 14th Stephanie, your Mom is awesome!

Wednesday Trendsday - Olive & Brown

Although it doesn't feel like very long ago that I was planning my own wedding, let's face it- styles & trends have changed a lot in 6 years! Which is why I still enjoy perusing bridal magazines, websites & blogs. Plus, it keeps me up to date on trends, what brides want & search for. How can I help you if I don't understand what's going on out there? Bridal is a big world & I'm committed to assisting you in every way possible regarding your wedding paper decisions. One way I find helpful to make decisions is to see the "big picture", to imagine all the little details coming together to create a wonderful celebration, which is I why I've created Wednesday Trendsday here at the Gray Papier blog. On select Wednesday's, a beautiful invitation will be featured along with other amazing products to add to your special day. I'll list vendors in case you see something you can't live without!

Since we're in the midst of fall wedding season, first up, Olive & Brown! A unique pairing that's gorgeous & timeless. These colors look amazing against the natural beauty of the changing leaves & crisp sky. They enhance an ivory gown like nothing else & pair perfectly with gold accents, even brushed silver!

Invitation: contact Gray Papier to order, Ring Bearer Pillow, Faux Fur Stole - ebay (similar), Necklace, Shoes - endless.com (similar),

Bridesmaid Dress, Pumpkin Pillow, Feathered Headpiece