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August 3, 2015

Tricia & JJ – Wedding Prints

Tricia & JJ Custom wedding designs for tables, menus and donation card.

*note: Tricia & JJ’s wedding prints and design are based off their wedding invitation ordered through Wedding Paper Divas. I studied the design carefully to ensure their menus, programs and donation cards had corresponding typography and flow. Tricia’s style illustrates timeless…

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July 22, 2015

diy Bridesmaid Chalkboard Signs

Bride and Bridesmaids getting ready in the morning | Alex Inspired

Recently I have noticed pre-ceremony signage is trending on Pinterest and Instagram. Last year I created signs when I was a bridesmaid for my friend Sam. Together we spelled out :“Just Wait ‘til you see her” which we texted to…

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June 25, 2015

Celtic Chimes

DIY Celtic Wind Chimes | Alex Inspired

Ok, so my good friend Captain Crunch dropped off a few awesome items for me. Don’t worry his name isn’t really Captain Crunch; he also goes by Captain Chaos. He always brings me the coolest things. In this batch there…

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October 8, 2014

Mum’s Mantel

Mum's Mantel - DIY Fall Decor | Alex Inspired

I have been admiring all of the lovely fall/Halloween mantel décor on Pinterest. YET, instead of becoming inspired, I felt a pang of jealousy. For I do not have a mantel to decorate! When in doubt, call your mum and…

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September 12, 2014

Easy Front Door Decor!

Spring, summer, fall & winter door decor hangings (Alex Inspired)

Looking for an easy way to switch up the look of your humble abode?! Make it seasonal and fun, with my easy front door decor! This year, I went to Micheal’s with my friend Heather, we found some red hydrangeas…

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