Mardi Gras Madness - A King of a Cake!

A couple of weekends ago I attended the first annual San Elijo Hills Mardi Gras Celebration.  (You may remember the poster I designed for it a while back, which you can see here.)  I think I can speak for everyone when I say a good time was had by all!  I also had the pleasure of meeting the gals from "The Crimson Cake" who created an amazing cake inspired by my poster design!

If that wasn't enough, they are also the culinary geniuses behind the most AMAZING red velvet cupcake (or two) I have ever eaten in my life!  It's safe to say that I'm a little obsessed with them now, so much so that I demanded that my husband immediately order some in anticipation of my upcoming birthday...I can't wait!!  If you live in the San Diego area I highly recommend that you get your hands on some of their delectable (and beautiful) creations.

San Elijo Hills Buy Local - The Movie

Totally diggin' this short video that my hubby (Adrian Henke of HungrySquid) put together highlighting the San Elijo Hills Buy Local "Sidewalk Sunday" event I took part in on March 13th.  Check it out...you might even catch a glimpse or two of yours truly!

San Elijo Hills Buy Local Event 3/13/11 from Adrian Henke on Vimeo.

A supplement to the San Elijo Hills Foundation's Buy Local campaign, featuring highlights from the successful 3/13/11 event. Produced, shot with a Canon 7D, and edited by HungrySquid. Music by HungrySquid composer Adrian Henke.

We Have a Winner! - SEH Buy Local Giveaway

I had a great time participating in San Elijo Hills' "Buy Local" Sidewalk Sunday event this past weekend.  I met a ton of new people, got a chance to show off some of my work, and signed up a ton of folks for a chance to win a free custom printable party in the theme and color scheme of their choice!  Now, I know most people these days use newfangled technology to choose their contest winners, but I decided to do this the good old fashioned way:  with some slips of paper, a hat, and a one year old.  Who needs random.org when I'm the proud owner/operator of a random.baby?

Congratulations to Monica Hackett!!  We hope you and your guests enjoy your custom party...(Don't thank me, thank my child labor!)

Buy Local - San Elijo Hills

This weekend I had the pleasure of getting involved with my hometown's "Buy Local" campaign by participating in their new "Sidewalk Sunday" program.

 

Over 30 local vendors had booths showcasing their wares...what a great way to get to know some local businesses that I never even knew were around! 

 

Residents were treated to tons of free samples and giveaways and their kids (and even some adults!) enjoyed face painting, balloon animals and a giantt bounce house.  I had a great time meeting a ton of fellow residents and showing off some of my favorite invitations and paper goods.  Can't wait to announce the winner of our giveaway-- one lucky resident will win a free custom designed printable party!!

Operation: Cupid - Happy Valentine's Day!

Okay, I'm the first to admit that I got a little carried away here.  A lot carried away.  When Ever So Lovely's Brandi put out the word that she was organizing a Valentine's card exchange, I hopped right on board!  And then spent days agonizing over what I could do that was a little bit different...a little bit crazy...a little bit...me.

Enter Operation: Cupid.  (Because top secret government agents love Valentine's day, too, right?)

My lovely valentines opened their envelope to find a top secret miniature dossier containing their mission instructions.

 

A tag gave them instructions on how to proceed.

 Inside were a pair of (very subtle) decoder glasses, blinged out with heart shaped rhinestones!  (Why do I have the urge to hum Elton John hits from the 70s every time I see these?)

Reminders on the glasses to "Remain Inconspicuous" and "Just Act Casual" helped my spy friends avoid detection by enemy agents.

A peek at their secret mission instructions through the lens of the decoder glasses.

...And here's what their decoder glasses revealed:  "Burn After Reading. (Or Keep as a Memento)  Your mission, should you choose to accept it is to be my Top Secret Valentine.  (Please note that this mission may be fraught with peril and requires top security clearance.)  XOXO, Kate Eileen Emmert (Code Name: Heartbreaker)"

Happy Valentine's Day!!

Mimi + Mike - Mod Daisy Invite/LCVintage's Chic Jewelry

Here's a peek at an invitation I designed for a couple who were looking for a clean, modern look in a black and white palette.  When I asked the bride her favorite wedding details, she immediately told me about 1) her pink wedding shoes and 2) her bouquet of Gerber Daisies!  This graphic mod daisy motif in black and white with pops of pink fit the bill!

You may have seen this invitation suite featured last week on LindsayVan Cleave's blog "Chic to the Nines."  Lindsay is also the talented creative force behind LCVintage.  Be sure to check out her etsy shop to see some her gorgeous custom jewelry!  Here's one of my favorite pieces, "The Knot" necklace:

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler - Mardi Gras Madness

Just finished this fun project: a poster invitation for the First Annual San Elijo Hills Mardi Gras!