We recently had an opportunity to preview some design samples Paper Culture.  The company strives to create modern stationery with exclusive designs.  I appreciate that the company produces stationery that is recycled and eco-friendly.  Here is a little more information from the site:

Our products start with 100% exclusive, modern design, which means your stationery isn’t just like the Jones’ – it’s better. We’re inspired by brands like Kate Spade, Design Within Reach, Mini, Marc Jacobs and Apple. We don’t try to be everything to everyone, because we know we can’t be. But if you like clean lines, a modern point of view and design that focuses on bold colors and fresh typography, we’re the right fit for you.

In our digital age of e-cards and invites, I’m finding more and more people are turning to websites like Evite and MyPunchbowl for everything from party invitations to wedding announcements.  I appreciate these sites and use them for casual get-togethers such as barbeques, however, my husband and I still feel that the traditional written invitation or announcement has a place today.

The quality of the stationery at Paper Culture is impeccable.  The company uses recycled paper products but you wouldn’t know it!  The designs are gorgeous and I like the ability to personalize with photos and text.  Check out some of my favorites:

Paper Culture offers stationery for most occasions.  Pricing depends on quantity purchased and starts at $2.29 per card.

Profuse thanks to Momfluence for this review opportunity!

Call me old-fashioned, but I still appreciate hand-written cards, notes, and invites.  While I appreciate the convenience of technology, I still believe that some traditions should be maintained.  That being said, there is a time and place for resources like Evite and MyPunchbowl.  However, those special, once-in-a-lifetime events (birthday parties, weddings, showers, etc.) should still be celebrated and remembered with printed cards and invites.

One of my favorite places to shop for invitations and photo cards is Tiny Prints. They are known for only the highest quality stationery and I love their fresh, modern designs.  I’ve ordered everything from invitations to address labels from the site and have never been less than impressed.  The company pays attention to detail and offers impeccable customer service.

I, along with several other bloggers, are participating in Tiny Prints’ Facebook Page Open House.  To celebrate, Tiny Prints is giving away a $50 gift certificate to one of my readers!  Here is a little more information, since it will differ slightly from my normal giveaways:
Because the company’s product lines have become so diverse, they created several new official Facebook Pages which concentrate on specific product areas.
The Facebook pages consist of:
Eco-Friendly Cards: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tiny-Prints-Eco-Friendly-Cards/775377…
Business Stationery: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Business-Stationery-Tiny-Prints/82405…
Holiday Cards: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Holiday-Photo-Cards-from-Tiny-Prints/…
Wedding Invitations: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wedding-Paper-Divas/20005774861

Here are my favs, perfectly timed for my son’s 2nd birthday:

So….how do you enter to win a $50 gift certificate to Tiny Prints, here on my blog?

1. Become a “fan”* of one or more of the company’s Facebook pages listed above and post a comment on the “wall” containing a link to your favorite Tiny Prints or Wedding Paper Divas product.

2. Come back and leave a comment letting me know you did this.

3. Comments will close on July 10, 2009 at 10 PM PST.

One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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*As an added incentive, Tiny Prints will also be drawing three people at random from each page to win an additional $50 gift certificate when they reach 400 fans.*

This giveaway is now closed.  Thanks for stopping by.  The winner is Terra Heck.  Congratulations!

I remember the time in my life when I was preparing for my wedding.  It was filled with excitement, anticipation, and a little bit of stress!  I fortunately had one of my best friends as my wedding planner (who planned a gala like no other).  And…I was the only one in my “group” getting married at that time so the focus was on me (I promise I’m not that self-absorbed all of the time). A few months ago I had an opportunity to see BRIDE WARS…in the theater…with my husband!  (I hear the oohs and aahs).  It’s all about two best friends (played by Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway) who are planning their weddings…which just happen to be on the same day!  Now I’ve heard of sharing clothes, shoes, purses, and even makeup.  But some things are not meant to be shared…like your wedding day!  Here is a little synopsis of this funny, poignant movie about tradition, dreams, priorities, and the importance of friendship:

The bouquets are flying and the laughs keep coming in this outrageous hit comedy!  Best friends Liv (Kate Hudson) and Emma (Anne Hathaway) have always dreamed of the perfect wedding at New York’s famed Plaza Hotel.  But when their nuptials are accidently booked for the same date, one of them will just have to switch her plans, right?  As if!

BRIDE WARS is scheduled to be released on DVD and Blu-Ray April 28, 2009.

Paper Shouts, (a company I’ve told you about in previous posts) has teamed up with 20th Century Fox for a fabulous giveaway! Paper Shouts is a chic stationery company with a flair for the unique.  From vintage to modern and everything in between, Paper Shouts offers fabulous invitations and announcements for any occasion.  Here is a little more information about the contest and the company from the site:

Great movies influence great style! And every bride–past, present and future–cares about style. Brides, moms, birthday girls—every women has a style and likes to show off that style in the way they dress, the cars they drive and the stationery they use to share life’s big moments with family and friends. Paper Shouts is a family owned business created with the mission of giving people a way to share their family news that is not only easy and cost effective, but with an end result that is as fabulous and personal as the events themselves.

Right now you can save 15% with the code “Rockin”

Win It! One of you will win both a copy of BRIDE WARS on DVD and a $25 gift certificate to Paper Shouts.  This giveaway is also running on multiple blogs, so you’ll have more than one opportunity to enter.  Winners will be entered into the Grand Prize drawing on the Paper Shouts website. Prizes include movie memorabilia such as the sunglasses worn in the movie by Kate Hudson and a movie one-sheet signed by Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway.  The Grand Prize is a great Mexican vacation—6 nights at the CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort and airfare for 2 on AirTran airlines.  In order to enter, please do BOTH parts or you’ll be disqualified.  Leave a comment about which characters’ style you relate most to—Emma’s traditional, romantic style or Liv’s couture, “only the best” approach.  Also include the Paper Shouts card you like best from the Bridal Shouts section. Comments will close on May 8, 2009 at 10 PM PST.   One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

Want an extra entry? Do any or all of the following and receive an extra entry for each one.

Be sure to leave me a separate comment for each additional entry.

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Blog about this giveaway. It doesn’t have to be a separate post. Just include a blurb about it when you blog about other giveaways.

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