Blog | Daily News & Inspirationshttp://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/Sat, 26 May 2012 15:00:26 +0000en-USSquarespace Site Server v5.11.81 (http://www.squarespace.com/)FANCY FOOD.DIY/CraftsJust BecauseweddingAmy StiglerSat, 26 May 2012 14:57:10 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/26/fancy-food.html887992:10550121:16428653 we fell in love with this simple yet pleasing idea of using smock boxes to serve lunch & meals in. a sweet surprise for your party guests. and a charming idea for weddings. picnics. showers. and all those lovely affairs.

pictures via {modern bite, the ritzy bee blog, smock}

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16428653.xmlfunny cards.New ArrivalsAmy StiglerWed, 23 May 2012 18:22:02 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/23/funny-cards.html887992:10550121:16412954we, at monograham, LOVE funny.  and so, it would appear by the barren shelves post artwalk, do our customers.  so in honor of everyone's proverbial funnybone we picked up some LOL side-splitting lines.  join us to welcome Redcamper (a northwoodsy-cool denver based line) & The Regional Assembly of Text (whose cards are not only clever & witty but also just so damn good looking - like THE perfect blind date).  come in to see.  but remember to go to the bathroom first.  

{pictures via redcamper & regional assembly of text}

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16412954.xmlstationery show recap.AmyAmy StiglerWed, 23 May 2012 03:12:12 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/22/stationery-show-recap.html887992:10550121:16403465as mentioned, meghan & i are back from our whirlwind visit to nyc.  and it was a whirlwind in the truest sense of the word because once again i tried to fit six objects into a box designed for four. just too much to see & do & order & eat in such a short little dutch-window of time.  i so so wanted to stop & soak up every little morsel in a zen-like fashion. but (sigh.) i was much more like the white rabbit in alice streaming the 'i'm late' refrain. when will i learn?  if nothing else (besides very tired feet) i came back feeling completely invigorated by all the great design i dashed past (with all the neon & foil it was hard to miss). and smitten with all the inspiring people i met.  and remet.  and meghan and i are so excited to get all the loveliness we did have a chance to order into the store.  and look forward to perusing the catalogs of lines we didn't (but will!) over a leisurely cup of 'be here now' tea.  and then we will unpack boxes / design cards / dust off treasures / kiss scraped knees & meet with clients. 

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16403465.xmlSNEAK PEEK & NEW ARRIVALS.MonograhamNew ArrivalsAmy StiglerTue, 22 May 2012 18:28:37 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/22/sneak-peek-new-arrivals.html887992:10550121:16395904we are back from our whirlwind trip to the National Stationery Show (NSS) & had a blast. it was great seeing & meeting new & old faces. and there was SO much lovliness going on we couldn't wait to write some orders & bring these goodies back to wisconsin. we'll be posting some sneak peeks of new products (& some new companies!) that will hitting the shelves at monograham soon. 

{great new additions to the shop: alee and press, pistachio press & chewing the cud}

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16395904.xmlDIY PAPER CONTAINERS.DIY/CraftsPresssmockAmy StiglerFri, 18 May 2012 19:56:37 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/18/diy-paper-containers.html887992:10550121:16333025we love this idea for serving your favorite fruits and vegetables at your next party (hint: memorial day is coming quickly!) or pick up some farmers market goods and package as a sweet hostess gift (hint: for the memorial day party you are attending!). 

{idea compliments of Woman's Day magazine & smock}

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16333025.xmlINDIEWED ROUND UP.CustomEventPressweddingAmy StiglerMon, 14 May 2012 18:14:13 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/14/indiewed-round-up.html887992:10550121:16253092we had such a blast at IndieWed last thursday night.  the harley-davidson "garage" space was a welcoming venue and we loved meeting all the brides and other vendors at the show. there were so many unique & creative resources - from funky films to indulgent treats. from handmade jewelry/accessories/gowns to sweet favors. from photobooths to bands. from lovely photograhers to elegant invitations. and so much more. 

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16253092.xmlCUSTOM WEDDING INVITATIONS.CustomweddingAmy StiglerMon, 14 May 2012 17:33:21 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/14/custom-wedding-invitations.html887992:10550121:16252574feeling springy & summery with these bright custom invitations. 

 

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16252574.xmlENVELOPE LINERS.CustomweddingAmy StiglerMon, 14 May 2012 15:47:00 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/14/envelope-liners.html887992:10550121:16252694a great way to add color to an invite is by including an envelope liner. so many pretty and unique options to choose from. 

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16252694.xmlDOWNTOWN DELAFIELD ART WALK.EventAmy StiglerFri, 11 May 2012 19:09:44 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/11/downtown-delafield-art-walk.html887992:10550121:16222384

]]>http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/rss-comments-entry-16222384.xmlTEACHER APPRECIATION GIFT GUIDE.gift guideAmy StiglerTue, 08 May 2012 19:25:30 +0000http://www.monograhampaper.com/blog/2012/5/8/teacher-appreciation-gift-guide.html887992:10550121:16178276
as you know, teachers deserve our sincerest gratitude (and some serious R&R). show your appreciation with these A+ gifts.  
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