My mother has always loved arranging flowers and it was so nice to be around at a young age. Recently, I’ve been sharing this tradition with my own daughter. I love that creative time with her – combining colors and textures to create bouquets for our home and for our friends.
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Glitter and Gold
I went to see Beyonce in concert this week and not only I was blown away by the spectacular performance (obviously) but her stage outfits were so sensational and sparkly. It reminded us that glitter and gold can be very fun. Like the lovely Queen Bey we’re not afraid of a little sparkle at A… Read more »
AB Productions
Years ago we worked with photographer Annabelle Breakey to brand her production studio, AB Productions. To bring a little fun and whimsy to the identity, we brought in a bumble bee ilustration to represent the “B” in the title. It remains one of our favorites.
Photos Printed on Canvas
I snapped a quick picture of our shadows one late afternoon when I was walking into town with my family. I brought it into photoshop, fiddled with a few details, and then sent it to a place where they transfer them onto canvas into any size you want. It was so easy! photosprintedoncanvas.com
Maira Kalman
From her covers for The New Yorker to her books for children and adults, Maira Kalman, spirited illustrator, author, artist, and designer, is as prolific as she is inspiring. Her work is wonderfully whimsical. Below are some of our favorite illustrations by the creative artist. mairakalman.com
Blue for Two
We love a good design challenge. So when we were asked to create an invitation for a B’nei Mitzvah, we wanted to be sure it was a perfect balance of the two children – they were sharing this day, but they also needed to be individualized. We chose two different shades of blue to represent… Read more »
Cisco Brewers
I’m dreaming about my upcoming vacation to Nantucket and cannot wait to visit one of my favorite spots on the island – Cisco Brewers. ciscobrewers.com
Hopewell Workshop
The art of quilting goes back for centuries. Every stitch tells a story and has a rich history of family and tradition. Hopewell, a design workshop in Los Angeles, has transformed the tradition of American craft into textiles for modern living. Their inspiring, US-made designs are beautiful and versatile – use it for a day… Read more »
Behind the Scenes
This year we’ve redesigned our logo, and we’ve redesigned our blog, and now it’s time to redesign our website. Over the last few months we’ve been working on a new layout for adayinmay.com, and just last week we held a photo shoot to photograph all of the work – new and old – that we’ve… Read more »
Marin County Fair
I took my girls to the Marin County Fair over the July 4th holiday. I loved seeing the visual cacophony of the carnival. It was a feast of crazy color and design! marinfair.org
Ann Street Studio
Jamie Beck and Kevin Burg are the incredibly talented photographers behind Ann Street Studio. Together they unfold tales of fashion, travel, truth and beauty. Their work is beautiful and inspiring. Visit annstreetstudio.com to get lost in their world of visual storytelling or follow them on Instagram for a daily dose of beauty.
Feather Quill Design
We love the different representations of an ornate feather quill in this wedding invite. From the silver and bronze combination on the folder to the subtle blind hit letterpress on each card to a bit of flair on the return envelope, the simple use of one single design element really brings this invitation suite together.
I Love SHED
Everytime I am in the wine country, I insist on taking a detour to Healdsburg to visit SHED. Just off the main square, it’s a beautifully designed building with a warm yet industrial feel. I love going for lunch and a glass of local wine, but I also love wandering around the space, tasting and… Read more »
Ring Bearer Style
Looking for the perfect outfit for those little ones walking down the aisle? We paired some adorable wedding outfits with past designs for a little inspiration on how to create a cohesive look on your wedding day. Shopping links below to help you find the perfect wardrobe for your own ring bearers. Seersucker Jacket Bow ties… Read more »
Gold and Red Patterns
It can be hard to pair patterns together and make them work, but this wedding invitation successfully combines several ornate designs into one cohesive suite. The combo of gold and red keeps the design elegant and elevates the entire feel.
The Bejkr
At the Sonoma Farmer’s Market last Friday, I met “The bejkr” – The baker. He has a mobile bread oven and makes the most delicious bread around. He had me at first nibble, but what really roped me in was his design. He brands his bread! He lays a stencil (of his logo, a pattern,… Read more »
Happy Fourth of July!
We love the playful approach to the American flag for this pre-wedding weekend barbecue invitation. Such a fun and patriotic design!
Glassybaby
I love to pop into the Glassybaby store on Sacramento Street in San Francisco to see the hot new colors. These handblown vessels are great as votives, vases, drinking glasses, or simply as a lovely design accent. I just recently bought Hudson, Thank You, and Frog Hunting, and love them together on my shelf. They… Read more »
Color Our World With Pride
In honor of Pride Weekend across the globe, we celebrate the rainbow. From the Capitol building in DC to the bakeries of San Francisco to our design studio in Cow Hollow… Volunteer, Donate, Inspire, Celebrate! sfpride.org
Lake Tahoe Wedding, Bears Included
I’m up in Lake Tahoe this week enjoying the crisp mountain air and gorgeous blue water and remembering this fun invitation from last year. Thankfully I haven’t run into any bears yet, but love it as a design element…