Who would have ever known that an art project I did in Mrs. Brainards 5th grade class would end up becoming one of my favorite wedding trends- Silhouettes! From invites to chair markers, there are many places you can employ the couple's silhouette.

Style Me Pretty

Wedding Chicks

Interested in having your silhouette created? I recently worked with an incredible silhouette artist named Karl Johnson at Cut Arts. His work has been featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, The Oprah Magazine, and Domino just to name a few. His nickname is "the master scissor artist" and after watching this video you will understand why.

If you are on a budget, then check out this awesome option brought to you by the wonderful women at Wedding Chicks. FREE wedding monograms- you pick your colors and initials and it personalizes the 5x5 image. So Fun!

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Snail Mail With A POP

These days it is so easy to just hop on your email and send out a quick note - offering instant gratitude of "done" on your to do list. However- who doesn't LOVE to receive a hand written letter or thank you note! Well maybe this great offer from Paper Source may encourage you to bring out that dusty stationary and unused pen...

With so many styles to choose from, I'm sure you will find the one that is just right for you.

Note* free shipping is only available until August 22, 2011. So get to shoppin'

Forever the Dancing Queen

Professional Ballroom Dancer, Entertainer, Actress, Hostess, Cuisine Master, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother were just a few titles that my FABULOUS grandmother (aka Non) earned throughout her incredible life.

Non had the opportunity to see the world in a way that was unthinkable in the 1960's- upon a first class cruise ship known as the SS. Lurline. She and my grandfather were the Social Directors for many tours upon the Matson Line Ship and made a name for themselves as ballroom dancers- before Dancing with the Stars. Non's talent went beyond the dance floor and eventually landed her on stage with many appearances in various plays and musicals such as Auntie Mame and Anything Goes. At one point she was even scouted for a Broadway show in New York City! You can image the spunk, energy, and vigor my grandmother had for life; therefore, it is only fitting that she be just as fabulous off the stage and in her home life as well. Non was the quintessential hostess. Her parties were the talk of the town and anticipated for months. From the top notch cuisine to the elaborate dresses, my grandmother defined the art of entertaining.

After 89 years of memorable living, my Non peacefully passed away. In true Non fashion, she was honored with a superb luncheon celebration. I had the honor to complete the floral arrangements, placecard settings, menus, overall decor, and invitations. Just a little insight- she LOVED the color purple!

I consider myself lucky to have such a talented grandmother to look up to when I am pushing myself to new limits- what a great role model. I love you Non- forever.

"To The Batcave!"

What's better than a Friday night spent celebrating a 30th birthday with family and friends?! A Friday night spent celebrating a 30th birthday with family and friends dressed up as their favorite superhero or supervillain. The inspiration behind this themed birthday bash was the couple's love for comic books and good ole fashion superheroes. The couple's home was the perfect venue for an intimate 20-30 person party.

All Set was involved from start to finish with creating the invitations, decor, and party setup. This party was so much fun to design- the proof is in the details...

THE INVITES:

THE PARTY DECOR:

restroom signage

cupcake platters

birthday banner

bar signage

Post party all I can say is... "Where's Alfred?" HE would've been helpful with all the glue sticks and scissors.

Sealed With A... Fleur-de-lis?

Birthdays have always been a BIG deal in the Ferrai Family; therefore, when my sister turns 30 (come February 19), you better believe a ruckus will be made. In preparation for the big day, my mother and I have tag-teamed to produce a wonderful weekend in wine country, something my wine connoisseur sister will adore. My sister also has an adoration for the color purple, gold, and the fleur-de-lis (okay maybe not an adoration, but she really likes these things).

As an early birthday present, I decided to make handmade custom invitations that had Tiffany's name all over them. After a quick trip to Paper Source the crafting began...

The envelopes were lined with purple tissue paper for a softer and more feminine look

The birthday girl's favorite symbol was used to seal the invitations with gold sealing wax

Cheers to the Birthday Girl!

And The Winner Is...

Congratulations to Linda I. from New Mexico- she is the winner of the Funky Cards giveaway!

Thanks to all the All Set blog followers who entered the contest. Be sure to keep reading the Wednesday Weekly All Set blog posts- you never know what will be given away next.

Win 'Funky Cards' In Reader Raffle

Shopping at the mall, spending hours on Facebook, or pretending to complete summer reading is how many 15 year-old girls spend their summers. However, Madison Womack, Founder of Funky Cards has quite a different story. This young entrepreneur started making custom greeting cards in order to financially contribute to her club volleyball tuition. What started as a fundraiser has transformed into a successful business.

Funky Cards creates birthday, thank you, baby shower, wedding wishes, and any other special occasion card that the customer needs. Each card produced by Funky Cards embodies homemade perfection.

As if starting her own company at age 15 wasn't admirable enough, Madison has created a special line of greeting cards that generates donation dollars for the American Cancer Society and/or the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

I was beyond impressed with this young business owner and inspired by her drive and motivation that I had to share her story with you all. Here are the fast facts about the products:

- card dimensions 5.5 x 4.25 inches

- blank on the inside

- sold for $3 each or 2 for $5

To order Funky Cards online, visit www.funkycards.blogspot.com

Funky Cards has donated a set of greeting cards for one lucky All Set reader. To Enter: send an email to Heather@allset-online.com with your NAME and MAILING ADDRESS. A winner will be selected on Tuesday, July 27. Check back next week on Wednesday, July 28 to see if you are the winner!