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We are delighted to share our Mother’s Day Gift Giving Guide with sentimental and useful gifts that every Mom in your life is sure to cherish. From luxurious letterpressed note cards to fabric covered journals, this year treat Mom to something special… she deserves it! And don’t forget to wrap Mom’s thoughtful gift in one of our colorful wraps or gorgeous gift bags that will tie it all together (she’ll be so impressed!). To all the Moms out there, Happy Mother’s Day from elum!

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Top Row (left to right):
Greeting Cards, Notes of Plenty, Oodles of Doodles

Middle Row (left to right):
Gift Wrap & Gift Bags, Stationery Desk Sets

Bottom Row (left to right):
Fabric Journals, Hand Crafted Collection, Writer’s Blocks

The ‘Archiva‘ wedding invitation suite from our Elum Couture Vol. 2 album celebrates lasting love with a save the date timeline and a style influenced by artifacts from a bygone era. Clean and simple typography mixed with vintage postage stamp artwork give a nod to years gone by. This classic design is ideal for the couple hosting a modern event infused with the unique character of antique touches and personal homemade accents. Letterpress printed in 3 soothing ink colors on double thick Tree Free Bamboo Ivory paper, this invitation is all about the little details, such as the delicate texture of the translucent Onion Skin enclosure that houses the invitation and emphasizes the momentous affair. Take a look below at the inspiration behind this timeless design, and check back again for more mood boards coming soon from our custom wedding invitation albums!

1. Mason jar candle, photo by Nicole Polk via Style Me Pretty

2. Bride, photo by Three Nails via Style Me Pretty

3. Archiva wedding invitation, elum

4. Figs and bread, photo by Aaron Delesie via Style Me Pretty

5. Bouquet with artichoke, photo by Jagger Photography

6. Vineyard wedding, photo source unknown via Center Blog

7. Vintage wedding rings, photo source unknown via Bespoke Bride

8. Olives, photo by Keith Levit via Online Poster

9. Rustic boutonnieres, photo by Three Nails via Style Me Pretty

10. Living ring pillow, photo by FotoPerlas via Style Me Pretty

11. Lemonade, photo by Elizabeth Messina Photography via Style Me Pretty

12. Archiva wedding invitation, elum

13. Vintage stamp, photo source unknown via Stampspostagestamps.com

14. Succulent in jar, photo by Trent Bailey Photography

15. Vintage stamps in glassine bags, photo by packandpost via Etsy

16. Outdoor table setting, photo source unknown via Everything Fabulous

17. Baguettes in basket, photo by Meg Smith Photography via Style Me Pretty

18. Flower girl, photo source unknown via Etsy

19. Archiva wedding invitation, elum

20. Handmade soap favors, photo by Jamison Wexler Photography via Style Me Pretty

21. Chocolate blackberry cake, photo by Braedon Photography via Enjoy Cupcakes

22. Man’s best friend, photo by via Katie Stoops Martha Stewart Weddings

23. Vintage key escort cards, photo source unknown via United With Love

A big thank you to 100 Layer Cake and Sabina from Bliss & Chic Photography for featuring our Infinity invitation from our Umi Vol. 1 album in their mythical inspired bridal inspiration shoot. Inspired by an antique medieval revival wedding dress that Sabina bought from an estate sale, this shoot is like an ethereal dream brought to life. Click on the picture of the Infinity invitation below to view this gorgeous shoot on 100 Layer Cake and for more pictures, take a gander at the Bliss & Chic blog.

Photography by: Bliss & Chic

One look at the ‘Starlight‘ wedding invitation suite from our new Umi 2 album and you’ll be ready to get down and boogie the night away! Letterpress printed on 100% cotton rag paper, this mid-century inspired marvel features dynamic patterns and modern type that emphasize the depth and texture of this groovy design. We chose a fun color palette of light ‘Water’ blue and rich ‘Pumpkin’ orange, however, with a switch to deep ‘Concord’ purple and pale ‘Fog’ gray, this invitation would fab for a sophisticated evening affair. Take a look below at the inspiration behind this hip invitation suite, and come back again for more mood boards coming soon from our new Umi 2 album!

1. Vintage Spartus wall clock, photo source unknown via ebay

2. Mod bride, Martha Stewart Weddings

3. Eames® Molded Plywood Lounge Chair, Rooms&Board

4. Starlight letterpress wedding invitations, elum

5. Mid century modern wedding venue, The Pearl Hotel

6. Orange cocktails, photo by Andrea Hubbell via The Sweetest Occasion

7. Leica M7 camera, photo source unknown via Whorange

8. Retro table numbers, photo by Andrea Hubbell via The Sweetest Occasion

9. Vintage blue mod dress, photo by REiNViNTAGE via Etsy

10. Retro bar, photo source unknown via Tips Decor

11. Orange shoes, photo by Genevieve Leiper Photography via Style Me Pretty

12. Rock candy wedding cake, Cocoa & Fig

13. Starlight letterpress wedding invitations, elum

14. Bud vase, ModCloth

15. Mid century modern pool, The Pearl Hotel

16. Wedding rings, photo by This Modern Romance

17. Orbit chandelier, ZGallerie

18. Bridesmaids with jewel toned tights,
photos by Sarah Rhodes of Arrow and Apple via The Etsy Blog

19. Vintage rotary phone, TheModernHistoric via Etsy

20. Curbside Gourmet Food Truck,
photo by Chelsey Boatwright Photography via The Wedding Chicks

21. Billy button and Protea bouquet, photo by Cascio Photography via Utah Bride Blog

22. Retro inspired cupcakes, Half Baked

23. Striped bow tie, MeandMatilda via Etsy

24. Earrings, Shopbop

25. Starlight letterpress wedding invitations, elum

26. Mid century modern inspired table setting,
photo by Andrea Hubbell via The Sweetest Occasion

27. Vintage Samsonite Ultralite luggage, estatehound via Etsy

28. Mid century modern inspired Anson chair, Room&Board

29. Bride and groom, photo source by nessa k via flickr

The ‘Shoreline‘ wedding invitation suite from our new Umi 2 album is the perfect invitation for a beach chic affair. We were inspired by sun-washed French ticking textiles and the traditional Nantucket basket weave that pay homage to coastal New England living. We chose to letterpress print this design in a timeless combination of ‘Navy Blue’ and ‘Stone’ gray inks on crisp, white 100% cotton rag paper. The nautical sea life icons create a classic beachy feel, while the simplistic organic nature of the artwork gives this invitation a modern touch. Take a peek below at the inspiration behind this charming invitation suite, and come back again for more mood boards coming soon from our new Umi 2 album!

1. Nantucket basket, photo by The Jason Groupp via Style Me Pretty

2. Beach bride, photo by Kaylee Eylander Photography via Jenny Cookies

3. White hydrangea bouquet, photo by Lisa Rigby Photography via Style Me Pretty

4. Shoreline letterpress wedding invitation, elum

5. Nantucket Golf Club, photo by The Jason Groupp via Style Me Pretty

6. Vintage French ticking, loodylady via ebay

7. Ribbon cake, photo by The Jason Groupp via Style Me Pretty

8. Blueberry lemonade cocktail, photo by Tim Halberg via Santa Barbara Chic

9. Driftwood hurricane lantern, Anthropologie

10. Shoreline letterpress wedding invitation, elum

11. Ring box, photo by Jessica Antola for Martha Stewart Weddings

12. Starfish mirror, Art Fire

13. Bride and groom shoes, photo by Kaylee Eylander Photography via Jenny Cookies

14. Lobster bake, photo by Kana Okada for Elle Decor

15. Seersucker suit, photo by Jessica Smith Photography via Style Me Pretty

16. DIY napkins, photo by Jessica Antola for Martha Stewart Weddings

17. Blue hydrangeas, Fresh Home & Garden

18. Gray flower girl dress, J.Crew

19. Clam basket, Frugal Farmhouse Design

20. Beach reception, photo by Kate Headley via Style Me Pretty

21. Lemonade, photo by Lisa Rigby Photography via Style Me Pretty

22. Beach reception seating, photo by Studio 28 Photo via Style Me Pretty

23. Prudence Island lighthouse at Sandy Point, photo via Alexey Sergeev

24. S’mores favor boxes, photo by VUE Photography via The Knot

25. Vanguard Cape Ann Chair, Coastal Living Collection, Rue La La

26. Flip flop basket, photo by Shannon Lee Images via Style Me Pretty

27. Antique French ticking, loodylady via ebay

28. Shoreline letterpress wedding invitation, elum

29. Anchor ring bearer pillow, photo by Katy Carrier Events via Style Me Pretty

30. Sailboat pulley, by Let Ideas Compete via flickr