Wedding Stationery Checklist

There is so much that can be done with special papers to enhance the mood of an event or party. Here are some ideas.

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Custom Paper Works Voted Top 3 Invitations in Detroit

Thank you for voting Custom Paper Works as one of the top THREE invitation designers in Detroit in Channel 4’s Annual Vote for the Best contest!

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Francine’s Wedding Video

Francine’s passport invitations are one of  my favorites for a few reasons – though many have inquired about it, she was the first to use the gold foil stamp on the front covers! Combined with the cool blue and green color scheme, they’re airy and tropical, fitting for their wedding on Boracay Island in the [...]

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Heading to National Stationery Show!

Finally on my way to my first National Stationery Show! I hope to bring back lots of great ideas for all your wedding and party paper needs, find some new products to share and get some inspiration along the way.
It will be my first time seeing the non-historical parts of NYC too, going to hit [...]

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Lots of Projects in the Works at CPW!

A sneak peek at what’s been going on at CPW…
So many projects have been completed since last fall that I haven’t had time to post, and lots still in the works!
I’ll try to keep this post updated frequently with new projects.

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Six Reasons to Consider Custom-Designed Wedding Invitations

I previously explored the differences between truly custom invitations VS. customized invitations here.
In case you’re still not sure if custom invitations are for you, here is a list of  reasons why you should have your invitations custom-designed:

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Color Palette Generators

Theme Boards, Mood Boards,  Inspiration Boards, Planning Boards … whatever you like to call them, it’s a great way to plan an overall design and look for your wedding or event.
Start by collecting images that inspire you, and group them by theme, style, color or mood. Pick out your few favorites to create your official [...]

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A smile a day…

Happy New Year! I want to thank all of my clients over the last year for allowing me to create your invitations. It’s been a great joy to have hit the ground running so quickly!
I have many people to thank for their help and support. Family, old friends, new friends — and many of you [...]

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Lots of New Papers, Pockets and Components Available at CPW

There have been lots of exciting invitation developments over the summer so now is the perfect time to snag up a new style before you start seeing them everywhere – including, but not limited to:
- New Patterned stocks to use as layers or PocketFolds, Z-Cards, Gate-Folds and accents
- Embossed Pockets featuring modern and timeless designs
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Look out … here they come!

What a crazy year this has been! I’ve been working on getting everything posted, and another batch is coming in the next week. If you don’t see your invitation, stay tuned.
There are so many great invitations to see … passports, PocketFolds, Z-Cards and a few NEW products too!

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