INSPIRATION: Sugar Paper

I LOVE this print from Sugar Paper. It is so beautiful- simply stated and happy with a little bit of sparkle....does it get better than that?

It is letterpress printed with gold foil. Find it here.

When looking through their other prints I became smitten with these....

Find it here.

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Inspiration: Creative Commercials

Usually I would tell you that I can't stand commercials- I LOVE DVR- one of the best inventions ever...BUT this past weekend as I was cleaning, etc. the TV was on and I was DELIGHTED by these. You may have already seen them- like I said I'm probably behind because of DVR- but if you haven't I hope you love them, too!

Just try to watch these without breaking into a huge smile- I don't think it's possible! Such creativity :)

 

 Target #1 (LOVE the music)

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INSPIRATION: Quotes

I love a good quote. They pick me up when I'm feeling down, remind me of fun times, and help me reflect and think about things differently. A beautifully designed quote is even better. Here are some lovelies........

via a little dash of ash

via i like nice things

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INSPIRATION: Vera Neumann

The artwork of Vera Neumann is amazing. I love the bright bold colors and the perfect imperfectness of it. She started her company at her kitchen table in 1947 and it grew into a multi million dollar licensing business-pretty impressive! Vera believed in art's ability to inspire and enrich people's lives. She also thought that fine art should be available to all and that people should be surrounded by beauty. I couldn't agree more-this completely goes to show that if you do what you love the rest will fall into place. She's known for her signature that often has a ladybug next to it. Her work can be seen on products from Anthropologie, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Bloomingdales, Lord & Taylor, Nordstrom, Macy’s, and Bed Bath & Beyond to name a few. There is also a fabulous book available here. Have a look at some of Vera's amazing talent........

Louisa Settee Anthropologie

via Ellen Bloom

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INSPIRATION: Raw Art Letterpress

Colette at Raw Art Letterpress creates amazing and inspiring prints! I love the blocky lettering, the bold color, and the inspiring quotes. I was delighted when I first came upon her shop, and purchased the Winnie the Pooh Quote as a gift. The prints are all offered in a variety of colors, and there is a great selection of quotes, music lyrics, and greetings to choose from.

 Tulips Bloom Hope

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NEW WORK: I aspire to....

I aspire to:

Elissa Hudson

To me this means to always be learning, growing, and dreaming big.

What does it mean to you?

INSPIRATION: Sudio On Fire

Studio on Fire is amazing.  It is a Minneapolis letterpress/design workspace that started out in 1999 in a basement and has grown to a 10 press operation.  The first piece I saw from them was this wonderful Golden Rule Poster:

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INSPIRATION: Kate Spade

Any time I need a little inspiration, color ideas, or just to smile I pay a visit to kate spade. Everything about that website shouts happy, fun, and magic.

I am the proud owner of this iPhone case:

and I gifted this one to my sister at Christmas:

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Ta-Da!!!

I am very excited to have my very own blog! I've been thinking about starting one for a while and thanks to encouragement from some lovely friends- here it is! I am much more of a visual person than a writer, so what better way to show you what to expect from Sugar + Ink than through pictures?!

There will be

inspiration...

(Blanca Gomez)

sparkle...

(Mochatini)