a very blessed weekend

kellyaplace — Wed, 30 May 2012 14:30:24 +0000

Some photos from Liam’s baptism and brunch last weekend. We had a beautiful day filled with loving family and thoughtful friends. All the details came together just as I’d hoped, and we ended the evening at a hot air balloon launch at Letchworth State Park. Even though they didn’t fly across the gorge, it was pretty awesome to get a shot with them in the background since I had one on the invitations. How cool was that?! We are so very lucky.

celebrating love

kellyaplace — Tue, 22 May 2012 18:48:33 +0000

One of my newest wedding calligraphy jobs: navy ink on square envelopes. Love how classic these turned out! I am so unbelievably excited to see this invitation suite- the bride is featuring my calligraphy on the invite & enclosure cards alongside her bridesmaid’s hydrangea pattern designed pocketfold. I’ll be sharing more photos of the ensemble after their big day.

Made this little gold doily for my parents’ 30th wedding anniversary. Kudos to those two love birds for finding the secret to staying happily together for so long- they just create fun times!

Calligraphy for my talented friend Meredith’s wedding, and a special envelope for the lovely bride herself.

A tea party bridal shower invite. Trying to mix things up a bit with some asymmetrically punched corners!

I’m really really pumped about etsy starting a wedding registry! I’ve been hoping to make some more printable invitations for my shop, and anticipate a large number of brides visiting etsy with this new feature. Getting married? Go check it out and register for some awesome handmade items for your home!

more christening creations

kellyaplace — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:41:44 +0000

My cousin’s daughter was baptized last weekend & this was a small piece that I made for her. She had a completely beautiful day. Lately I am feeling very blessed to be surrounded by all these adorable little babies! The doily/dresser scarf underneath was an adaption of a technique that I saw on the purlbee website. I need to refine my process a bit, I think.

The “star of mommy’s blog”, himself (found the bib at Target and couldn’t resist).

Busy week getting ready for our trip to Cincinnati on thursday. More projects to post later.

baptism buntings

kellyaplace — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:05:27 +0000

We’ve been preparing for Liam’s baptism, and thinking of nice things to make for our small brunch afterwards. I’ve seen so many sweet little buntings around, and thought I’d take a stab at one. The fabric is a mix of some that I’ve had since I was young & some that I bought for the hexagon pillow I made this summer. For the back I used a light blue color linen, because I’m totally enjoying linen right now, but also because I had some lying around. I plan to hang it in the nursery afterwards. Buntings are a complete labor of love.

new season, new life

kellyaplace — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:17:25 +0000

My grandmother passed away last weekend. We’ve been reminiscing about cherished memories lots, but mostly thinking about the new life that she is enjoying now. She will be missed dearly. Below is a program cover I did in her honor for the service.

I finished a really neat wedding calligraphy job last week. The inner envelopes were kraft paper pocketfolds with a chocolate ink, and the inner envelopes were brown with a ‘bell bronze’ metallic ink. Is it silly of my to be geeked out about this?

This wedding ensemble is for the sister of a dear friend, who wanted a rustic themed invitation.

Made a second version of the adorable aviator hat from a few posts ago for Liam for next winter.

Here’s to new life this spring!

mostly march musings

kellyaplace — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:13:54 +0000

Spring is here, yay! Time for bright colors and new projects. These carnations are some of the prettiest I’ve seen, from my birthday. The fuchsias, magentas, & corals are seriously gorgeous. The best part? They are STILL thriving! Lots more time to enjoy these blooms.

I’m so excited about every detail that has gone into this wedding suite. I recently completed some extras for this awesome bride, including a program cover, table number graphic, monogram, and several additional motifs for around and about on her wedding day. The dog and cat illustration features Bryanne’s own Daisy and Nash.

An upcoming calligraphy job. Brown ink on kraft pocketfolds, and light bronze ink on chocolate envelopes- so pumped to get started!

An etsy request for a new Avett Brother’s print.

Even though warmer weather is here, I couldn’t resist one last cowl for the season. This one was from The Velvet Acorn on etsy. Most of her patterns are available in both adult and child sizes, so of course next year I’ll be making a miniature for Liam.

handsome boys, handmade knits

kellyaplace — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 20:16:06 +0000

Wanting to share a hat that I made last week- my first attempt at fair isle, which ended up being a lot easier than I expected. This pattern was also from the purl bee. I’m excited to try charting out my own patterns to create.

The aviator hat below is one that I made for Cecelia‘s son Freddie’s first birthday. The original pattern was from etsy, and I altered it with the stripes at the top. Hoping to get this to him and snap a shot of that cute little boy soon.

whimsical weddings & winter wearables

kellyaplace — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 17:41:26 +0000

Modeling a cowl that I made recently for a wonderful friend’s birthday. This pattern was from one of my favorite knitting/sewing/embroidery sites, the purl bee. This is the second one I made, and I love how it turns out. Seriously, go make one. You won’t be disappointed. And how awesome are the colors of Amazing yarn? I mean…. come on.

Another recent favorite wedding invitation suite for a bride that I met at the RIT alumni craft sale. This was my first time including a map, which I had a lot of fun with. I like the contemporary vintage (if that’s possible) theme that she has going on.

Getting pretty excited to share some new knit projects soon. And perhaps a new Avett Brothers print too.

a floral february

kellyaplace — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:12:08 +0000

I wanted to share some beginnings of a very pretty invitation suite that I’m working on. The ensemble is so fun to work on, featuring enclosure cards with different patterns and complementing designs that make one very unique invitation. The RSVP card even features the bride and groom’s adorable dog, Daisy. I am so excited to get working on the program and table numbers!

one month

kellyaplace — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:32:06 +0000

As many of you know, I have taken a short break from posting while I adjust to motherhood & help introduce the world to our son Liam Michael Place. He was born on New Years’ day, which makes him one month old today- how time flies! He is our most tiring and rewarding creation, and fills us daily with the greatest joy. I am looking forward to sharing more about this wonderful new life soon.

I have new projects to post shortly- lots of wedding invitation jobs are coming up, filling my sketchbook with florals, banners, and chevrons. Can’t wait to share!