For Halloween this year, Em went a little more obscure in her costume choosing. So, up until the day she wore it, we were busy sewing and fabric taping her ensemble together. We learned a ton along the way! Can’t wait to share the pics with you.
halloween // 2016 – part one
denver, colorado // day two
Our second day in Denver was technically a half day as we flew out that day. However, we were still able to pack in a little Colorado goodness before we left. After breakfast at Snooze, we checked out the Denver Art Museum.
Then, after lunch at Duffy’s Cherry Cricket, we drove out to Golden, Colorado. We stopped at Lookout Mountain and went to the Buffalo Bill Museum.
Then we drove down to the Coors factory. All in all, we had a great Denver trip!
Previously – our itinerary / day one
denver, colorado // day one
Way back in 2014 [I know, forever ago!] Kacey and I took a super quick trip to Denver, Colorado. How quick? We had a day and a half there, and it was our first time visiting. I want to share what we did, what we ate, and what all we saw in our day and a half in Denver!
We arrived late on a Friday night, hopped in our rental car, grabbed a quick bite to eat near our hotel and then went to sleep so we could wake rested on Saturday. That Saturday morning, we drove out to the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. I was surprised to see how much of a workout mecca it was. Lots of people climbing the stairs and doing workout routines on the benches. Definitely a beautiful place to exercise as the views from up top were spectacular!
Afterwards, we drove out to the Molly Brown House Museum, followed by lunch at Wynkoop Brewing Company. Their burgers were tasty!
After lunch, we drove to the Denver Convention Center where we spotted the famous Blue Bear.
Then, we took off to walk around Larimer Square where the Denver Chalk Art Festival was happening. I couldn’t believe how amazing the artwork was. And that it was all made of chalk! Serious talent.
We had cocktails at The Squeaky Bean and decided to hit up a Speakeasy for dinner. There was quite the wait at Williams & Graham so while waiting we checked out Little Man Ice Cream. The line was really long so we walked around until our reservations were ready.
Williams & Graham was such a unique place. I don’t want to spoil the surprise, so let’s just say it seemed like we were in the wrong place when we arrived! With a little trickery, we were seated in a cozy room for drinks and dinner. And while I can’t remember all that we ordered, I still think of the Roasted Bone Marrow that we had that night!! Oh so good + decadent! Kacey got to try a few rare scotches that were on his list. So, that was a highlight, too!
Previously – our itinerary
denver, colorado // itinerary
Day One -
Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre
Molly Brown House Museum
Wynkoop Brewing Company [lunch]
Denver Convention Center
Larimer Square
The Squeaky Bean [dinner]
Little Man Ice Cream
Williams & Graham
Day Two -
Snooze [breakfast]
Denver Art Museum
Duffy’s Cherry Cricket [lunch]
Lookout Mountain
Buffalo Bill Museum
Golden, Colorado
spring update
So much to catch up on! Em turned six last month. Surprise, it was a pony party! So we’ve got a pony party, our travels to Denver, Massachusetts, Dubai, Azerbaijan, and a Disney cruise to fill you in on. Plus, lots of letterpress including her invitations + paper goods for her party and lots and lots of custom home illustrated moving announcements.
happy veterans day
Thank you veterans! To all those that have served in my family + friends circle and beyond. And to this guy – thank you, Paw Paw.
And a little life update – very recently, my family lost our matriarch. A very special lady and I’m still a little heartbroken. She had 93 good, happy + pretty darn healthy years. Though, I still wish it were more. There is just never enough time here on earth.
recent work // mitchell’s first birthday invitations
Earlier this year, Pierce’s little brother Mitchell turned one. We were so honored to work with their family again on the invitations + thank you cards for his special celebration.
For the design, Mitchell’s first birthday invitation complements Pierce’s first birthday invitation so that the two can work well side by side together in a frame. A sweet new theme and fresh color palette sets the two invites apart.
We hope your birthday was a fun one, Mitchell!
em’s fifth birthday invitations
I’m so excited to finally share with you the invitations we designed + letterpress printed for Em’s birthday party. As you recall, she requested a mermaid theme for her fifth birthday.
The illustrations were really fun to work on. Kelp, seashells and bubbles! Oh my! Plus we hid a few mermaid specific illustrations. We chose a very soothing color palette reminiscent of sea glass and threw in a pop of vibrant orchid for the text.
How wonderful are these vintage stamps? Perfect for her underwater theme.
Like previous years, we handed out wish cards for our family to write their wishes for Em. This year, she really enjoyed reading them after the party.
And finally, the mermaid merci cards that we sent out post party to thank everyone for their thoughtful gifts and for celebrating with us.
And there you have it! Em’s mermaid invitations for her fifth birthday party.
