Mostly Mellen

Happy friday + super bowl weekend!

2012-02-03T09:36:00.000-05:00

Sharing this birthday + Super Bowl celebration invite,

just in time for this Super Bowl weekend!

{enjoy the snacking, the commercials, and of course the big game!}

Happy bridal shower!

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Monogram Love!

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1. mellen invite // 2. earrings // 3. vase // 4. iphone decal // 5. tie bar

Mellen Valentine Cards GIVEAWAY!

2012-01-30T12:35:00.000-05:00

Amy, over at Plain and Fancy Living,

is hosting a lovely Mellen Valentine Cards Giveaway!!

{as shown in her sweet photos below}

Make sure you enter to win

right here,

before Wednesday, February 1st!

Mellen Happy Heart fold over cards are also available online, right here!

Happy weekend + ad spotted!

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Have a delightful weekend!

We'll see you back here on Monday!

A sweet save the date map

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{congrats to this sweet couple!}

Save the date, they're getting hitched!

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Be my bridesmaid?

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pretty petals photo via pinterest

2012 Calendar SALE!

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Count the days with bright, bold whimsy!

Click right here for your 2012 Mellen Calendar!

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Check out the Winter 2012 issue

of Kentucky Bride Magazine this weekend,

to see Mellen Designs featured, as seen below!

{happy happy friday!}

FEATURED in Kentucky Bride!

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We are SO excited to be featured in Kentucky Bride Magazine!

{and a close-up!}

Couldn't be more thrilled,

and blushing just a bit!

{we love Kentucky brides!}

Wedding bells are ringing... next October!

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So happy to map it out for Kara and Matt!

For baby bumps 1, 2, and 3!

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Designing this baby shower invite for three was triple the treat!

We thought we'd share three sweet new baby treats for good measure

alligator // oh baby print // baby room photo

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For the Lexington ladies!

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Bleeding Blue? We are too!!

Take a look at these Kentucky Blue must-haves for the season.

1 // 2 // 3 // 4

{happy shopping!}

A february wedding!

2012-01-11T10:43:00.000-05:00

Mellen Designs invites,

BHLDN ribbon and server

{congratulations andrew and ashley!}

Sarah + Dennis!

2012-01-10T00:29:00.000-05:00

We love mapping!

And we so enjoyed designing this

sweet love map for Sarah and Dennis' big day!

Congrats, to this sweet couple!

happy friday!

2012-01-06T13:03:00.000-05:00

Leaving you with this bright, fun, painterly version

of the John Locke quote for your weekend!

found right here on Etsy.

{have a wonderful weekend!}

Mellen to match!

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We adore the bright pop of color from this stunning Jill Stewart dress,

and these Mellen card packs, to match!

dress image found right here

2012 is sure to be golden!

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image above found here

This Barbara Wiggins crackle gold

leather diary is our top choice for

keeping all of our 2012 appointments!

{happy new year!!}

Happy friday + happy 2012!

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Just like this lady in black,

we are eagerly awaiting what lies ahead!

Order these Mellen Black and White Balcony
fold over cards for the new year!

Happy Friday + Happy 2012!!

{enjoy the festivities!}

Playful illustrations

2011-12-29T11:24:00.000-05:00

Wool

Textile Patterns

Easy Summer Living

We just came across the talented artist, Jenny Bowers,

and fell head over heels for her bright, bold illustrations!

See for yourself, right here!

A little glittery cheer!

2011-12-26T11:51:00.000-05:00

We found this picture here,

and thought it had just the perfect amount of glitter and cheer!

Hope your Christmas was delightful!

{happy monday!}

holiday cheer + happy friday!

2011-12-23T18:41:00.000-05:00

Wishing the Merriest Christmas

and the most charming cheer

to you and yours this weekend!

Merry, merry!

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A happy holiday save-the-date!

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via inspired design

{deck the halls!}

Holiday jewels

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1. // 2. // 3.

These holiday jeweltones are such a delight,

as seen in Anthropologie's December catalogue.

Sweet holiday + happy friday!

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Enjoy this sweet little lady holiday card,

and have a happy friday!

Happy mapping!

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Enjoy this merry and bright Christmas map,

designed just for Kassie and Michael!

{happy mapping!}

Merry Monday!

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Wrapping up calendar week + happy friday!

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Order your 2012 Mellen Calendar today!!

{happy friday!}

Hump Day... of Calendar Week!

2011-12-07T12:05:00.000-05:00

Day 3:

July and August

A glimpse of the last months of summertime!

Check back for next year's autumn months...

coming soon!

Day 2 of Calendar Week!

2011-12-06T15:29:00.000-05:00

Sharing May and June on Day 2,

bringing us warmer weather,

and starting off the summer months!

{yippee!}

It's calendar week!

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Here we go...

Day 1:

January, February, March, April

Stay tuned this week

for more bold, bright, whimsy

in the months of 2012!

Happy freezing friday!

2011-12-02T11:43:00.000-05:00

Bundle up, stay toasty,

because baby, it's cold outside!

Christmas with the Pups!

2011-11-30T18:09:00.000-05:00

These sweet Christmas greetings were a delight to design,

and these dogs are definitely a part of the family!

{merry, merry!}

These are a few of our favorite things!

2011-11-28T17:32:00.000-05:00

Thanksgiving is behind us and Christmas is ahead!

We just love the Holiday Season!

Sharing a fun holiday card, designed for the Davenport Family!

{'tis the season!}

Happy Friday + Lilly's Take

2011-11-25T14:53:00.000-05:00

We love Lilly's take on Black Friday Shopping -

make it colorful and pass out presents!

{enjoy your weekend, give thanks!}

Happy Thanksgiving!

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to you and yours,

from Mellen Designs

Timing is everything

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Check your wrist, the time is near!

Thanksgiving's almost here!!

But while you wait, don't hesitate

to do some shopping before it's too late!

1. // 2. // 3. // 4. // 5.

{keep your wrist happy!}

Christmas Cards + Invites

2011-11-22T12:00:00.001-05:00

Bold, bright, and full of whimsy,

We are delighted to share these Christmas designs for Ross + Sarah!

{'tis the season!}

Happy friday + holiday celebrations!

2011-11-18T17:07:00.000-05:00

Sharing some holiday celebration designs,

wishing you a happy friday

and a happy weekend!

From house to home!

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We are just loving our bright new tray designs!

Perfect for housewarming gifts,

these color block trays are such a fun way to turn a house into a home!

Set your drink down with style,

and shop Mellen trays, right here!

Little lady holiday

2011-11-14T18:29:00.000-05:00

A little holiday gift guide for the little ladies in your life

1. j.jellybean thank you card // 2. J.Crew starry night bag // 3. giraffe bank from pearhead //

4. Anthropologie pinwale letters // 5. Christmas light plate from West Elm //

6. J.Crew bow mittens

happy friday + holly day market!

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New Year's Eve Wedding Set

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Ringing in the New Year is better together!

Enjoy our invites and RSVPs (front and back) for Stephen and Sarah.

We found these bride and groom banners and patterned votives from BHLDN,

to help this sweet couple celebrate in style!

Coral + Aqua + Cream

2011-11-08T20:58:00.000-05:00

We came across these colorful cupcake creations on Pinterest,

and couldn't help but notice the Mellen-esque coral, aqua, and cream!

As seen in our invites, we are loving this color combo!

Shop Mellen invites, right here!

A wedding by the sea

2011-11-07T18:59:00.000-05:00

We loved designing this destination wedding map,

and we paired it with this Layers Of The Sea

necklace from Anthropologie.

Shop here.

Graduating in style!

2011-11-03T10:55:00.000-04:00

Congrats to Rachel and the rest of the grads!

Order your custom Mellen graduation invites today!

November is here!

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It's the beginning of the month!

So we thought we'd share some of our favorites from the Anthropologie November catalog.

See the rest for yourself, right here!

{happy november!}

We love horse shoes!

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It's perfection - every lucky Kentucky lady needs one!!

Grab this fold-over note card for it's release at the Holly Day Market

(just a week and a half away!).

happy friday + halloween!

2011-10-28T14:50:00.001-04:00

We love Halloween!

Dressing up is always fun - are you scary or sweet?

{happy friday!}

A save-the-date upgrade!

2011-10-27T14:21:00.000-04:00

Earlier we shared this couple's

sweet Kentucky save-the-date, minus the magnet

Now this magnet save-the-date will be sure to stick!

{so cute, your fridge will thank you!}

Speaking of holiday shopping...

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We hope to see you there!!

{visit hollydaymarket.com}

It's the celebrating season!

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We love how this custom invite turned out,

for such a happy Christmas + New Year Celebration!

Shop right here, for more Mellen invites!

Anchors away!

2011-10-25T11:57:00.000-04:00

We couldn't help but share this sweet rehearsal dinner invite,

and these charming accessories for the evening cruise!

Anchors away!

Take a closer look at this anchor necklace and bracelet,

both found on Etsy!

Happy friday + beatles love

2011-10-21T11:06:00.001-04:00

What a cool custom wedding gift,

inspired by this Beatles poster,
and of course the lovely couple!

{and happy weekend!}

Couples' Cooking @ Wild Thyme!

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Mellen holiday trays!

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The perfect holiday gift,

in four holly-jolly styles

need we say more?

Shop all Mellen Decorative Trays, right here!

Little boy holiday

2011-10-18T00:58:00.001-04:00

The holidays have a way of sneaking up on us,

here's a headstart holiday gift guide for the little boys in your life!

1. j.jellybean personalized flat card set // 2. J.Crew headphones //

3. toy airplane from J.Crew // 4. Genius Designs wooden bear // 5. Serena and Lily letter pillow

Check back for more holiday gift ideas,

coming soon!

happy friday + avett brothers!

2011-10-14T09:09:00.000-04:00

Avett Brothers fan??

"Like" this poster right here, designed by our friend, Andrew Heath.

j.jellybean lunchboxes are finally here!

2011-10-13T10:19:00.000-04:00

Personalized, double-sided, tin lunchboxes now online,

with an inside chalkboard,

perfect for a special note from Mom!

Click right here for more j.jellybean designs!

Be a Square

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Take a peek at this sweet wedding program,

complimented by this navy wedding set!

What a delight to design!

A fall shower, for two!

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{happy friday!}

They're getting hitched!

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We couldn't help but share this sweet little save-the-date,

and send a big CONGRATS to the happy couple!

Bring out the boots!

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We're falling for these boots!

...not to mention these super cute tall socks!

{1. Anthropologie Sidony Boots, 2. J.Crew Booker Boots, 3. Zara Stretch Boots,

4. Anthropologie Argyle Lace Booties, 5. Sahalie Knee Highs}

No tricks, just treats!

2011-10-03T14:36:00.001-04:00

October is here,

and Halloween is on its way!

We're thrilled to share this October birthday invite with you...

no tricks, just treats!

{wishing you a spooktacular October!}

An elephant of a thank you!

2011-09-30T12:49:00.000-04:00

Take a look at these cute elephant thank you cards for your little ones,

and pair them with these whimsical elephant earrings for yourself!

Order j.jellybean note cards right here, and these Etsy earrings over here!

{as always, happy friday!}

Mellen presents... j.jellybean!

2011-09-27T12:46:00.000-04:00

j.jellybean FOR KIDS is now on-line!

Mellen gives a big birthday HOORAY to our new j.jellybean birthday invites!

Shop j.jellybean invites, right here, and order yours today!

{hip hip hooray!}

Pizza Party!

2011-09-26T17:21:00.000-04:00

We thought we'd share our fun

new pizza party invite,

and pair it with this cute little girl tee,

found at Forever21Girls!

Shop the Pepperazzi tee, right here!

happy friday + happy fall!

2011-09-23T13:58:00.000-04:00

{hoping your weekend is delightful!}

We found this warm and cozy photo right here.

And our give-away winner is...

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Lucky #5 it is!

Katiebug87

Email us your shipping info, pretty please, at mellendesigns(at)gmail(dot)com,

so we can send you your 2 free packs of Mellen Holiday 2011 Fold Over Cards!

Mellen Holiday 2011... Now On-line!

2011-09-21T13:52:00.000-04:00

Mellen Holiday Fold Over Card Packs are now available on-line for purchase!

Inside verses are not preprinted, and can be customized by request!

Find them right here, and order now!

{happy holiday shopping!}

A November Wedding Set

2011-09-20T08:51:00.000-04:00

This soon-to-be Mr. & Mrs. are tying the knot in November,

and we absolutely loved designing their wedding set!

We paired this set with these lovely lace TOMS, found right here!

How perfect?!

happy friday!

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Compliments of Lilly Pulitzer's Dress Rehearsal print.

Shop Lilly Pulitzer right here.

Inspired by Mellen: Bridal Bouquet

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Bridal Bouquet Invite

{1. Anthropologie clutch, 2. Etsy hair pins, 3. Terrain earrings,
4. Topshop dress, 5. J.Crew pumps, 6. West Elm pillow}

Shop Mellen invites, right here.

For the boys

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Whether it's a tool shower,

or a golf trip,

Let's hear it for the boys!

Cooking with friends is more fun!

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Happy Friday!

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Enjoy a spot of tea and a relaxing weekend,

with the help of these cute cups from Anthropologie!

Inspired By Mellen: Howdy

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Howdy Magnet Card

{1. J.Crew necklace, 2. Anthropologie pillow, 3. Anthropologie cardigan,

4. Kate Spade handbag, 5. J.Crew boots, 6. Filigree Creations lamp}

Shop Mellen Magnet Cards, right here.

Sail Away!

2011-08-29T22:14:00.000-04:00

We found our way to these whimsical waves on Pinterest,

they had us swimming with delight!

As a matter of fact, they reminded us of our own sailing invite!

Sail on over here for more Mellen invites!

At home

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order sign from urban outfitters here

Our first holiday give-away!

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We need a little help from our followers

Which fold-over holiday card

makes you swoon..

strikes your fancy..

knocks your socks off?

Post your comment below and enter to win two holiday card sets!
Include your 1st, 2nd, 3rd favorite designs.

Post by noon *est* on Friday, August 19th.

Rehearsal Dinner Wedding Map

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Photo Frenzy

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I'm not a skilled photographer,

but when I can get my hands on a lens I quite enjoy taking photos.

This week I've been busy snapping beach days and holiday preview shots... enjoy!

Sunshine+sand with my sweet nephew

Holiday photo-shoot

Have your stripes, and sit in them, too!

2011-08-09T08:08:00.000-04:00

We found a match with Matchbook!

p.16 of Matchbook Magazine's August issue.

See for yourself, here.

Mellen furniture note card preview:

{from our desk to yours!}

Shop Mellen.

Bows + Flats

2011-08-09T08:04:00.000-04:00

Here's a little something to brighten up your week

We are just loving the colors and patterns on these bow-tied flats,

from Anthropologie.

For happy feet, shop right here.

Save the Date - New Year's 2011

2011-08-03T22:50:00.000-04:00

Stephen+Sarah are tying the knot...
on New Year's Eve!

We were delighted to pair our sweet save-the-date's with champagne, to celebrate!

Congrats coaster, anyone?
Shop mellen coasters, coming soon right here.

Cheeta Spots+Martini+Little Gifty

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= I likey!

Step On Up

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A perfect space for sharing dinner with friends.

We're enjoying most the dangling lights
creating a very modern chandelier ... tall ceilings, sigh.

Click right here for more from Design Sponge.

{loving the modern rustic look}

This weekend we're spending time with some of our favorite people! How about you?

Thyming is everything!

2011-07-21T11:05:00.000-04:00

Cannot wait for this perfect new cooking store+shop to open in Lexington!

Visit the Wild Thyme (brilliant name!) website here

to see a class schedule and catering menu

We feel so grateful to be included in the front gift-shop

and to be creating party invites and recipe cards for

kids, brides, girls' nights, and more.

When it opens. I'll be one of the first to stop in with friends

and take advantage of a cooking class (lord knows I need one!)

I'll let you know how it turns out!

Golfing and Getting Married!

2011-07-20T07:19:00.000-04:00

Sweet note card sets for our dear friends at

For Friends

what a fun bunch to shop with!

Just beachy!

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What a cute set of custom flat cards for a southern lady -

we didn't want to keep them all to ourselves!

This beachy lobster tote *caught* our eye,

it's just so fitting with our monogrammed lobster note card.

Somebody pinch us!

Shop over here.

Travel Plans

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Grab a kiss and a carry-on!

don't forget

to slip on a

Newlyweds Bag Tag

To have and to hold

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It's that wedding time of year!

enjoy a few sweet pics from Green Wedding Shoes

happily ever after. forever together.

For the rest of their wedding story, click right here.

Send Forever Together Mellen Magnet Card to your favorite newlyweds.

Click right here for a look at more Mellen Magnet Cards.

{happy wedding-season to you!}

On page twenty-three

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Sally Benedict, anyone?

Cool Water

We found this delightful work of art *compliments of artist Sally Benedict*
on page 23
of Matchbook Magazine's July issue, see for yourself right here.

Of course, we had to visit Sally's website to see more of these painted beauties, and we loved these.

Aloe

Click right here for more of these treasures.

Inspired yet? Maybe we'll do some painting this weekend.

{happy friday}

A Holiday Sneak Peek

2011-07-05T18:32:00.001-04:00

A sneak peek from this year's Mellen Holiday Collection.

We are loving this little angel, and of course her colorful stripes!

More snooping around on-line at Anthropologie *lined* us up with the perfect match.

Our angel is heavenly for sure!

A Patriotic Post

2011-07-01T12:51:00.000-04:00

Happy Hump Day!

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You're halfway there!

Take a load off your feet,

and say bye bye blues,

with the help of this charming little sofa we LOVE

from Anthropologie.

It's a hard knock life!

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