Like Delighted Studio on Facebook!

Delighted Studio is officially on Facebook! It has been a long time coming, and I am so happy to finally have a page up and running. I would love your support, so stop by and "like" us.

Visit www.facebook.com/delightedstudio to like us! Here are a few great reasons why:

>> You'll stay up to date with the latest news,  projects and promotions from Delighted Studio.
>> It's a direct links to blog posts and announcements.
>> Liking us qualifies you for exclusive giveaways.
>> I'll share links to some of my favorite blogs in the design world.

Thanks guys! -Danielle

Christmas Card Giveaway

Delighted Studio is featured in a special giveaway today on on Fabulous Friday Freebies! I am teaming up with Mandy Smith Studio to give away a two part package. Mandy is offering a Family Christmas Photography Mini-Session, and I will be working with the winner to design 25 flat, Holiday photo cards with an image from the shoot.

 If you live in Columbia, SC and would love a chance to win this giveaway (valued at $140.00) be sure to visit her blog at http://fabulousfridayfreebies.blogspot.com/

Don't forget to visit Mandy Smith Studio on Facebook to see her work.

The lucky winner will get custom designed Holiday cards, like these:

Good Luck!!

September 11, 2001

I remember sitting in my first period psych class during my senior year of high school, when someone ran in our classroom and told the teacher to turn on the TV. We didn't have to flip through channels to find the news. It was on every station. A plane had crashed into the World Trade Center  in New York City, and another followed shortly after we tuned in. It was an unbelievable sight.

Ten years later, I'm still as thankful as ever for those who risked their lives to help others during and after the tragedy. I will never forget.

Wedding Invitations: Ally + Cliff

It's amazing how small the world can be. A month after moving from Virginia to Chicago, Ally was getting to know her new coworker, Laurie. They talked about where they grew up and where they went to college. Come to find out, Laurie's husband had a friend who sounded a lot like Ally. Cliff was from Virginia Beach. Cliff also went to James Madison University. Laurie thought the two should meet. 

A month later, 900 miles from where they should have met, Ally and Cliff had their first (double) date. They met up at a cute bar named Barcelona in Wrigley. The two have been inseparable ever since.

I am so thankful to know the bride and groom, and to have their trust in designing invitations for their special day. They are such a perfect match - the life of the party and two of the nicest people you will ever meet. Congratulations Ally and Cliff! 

FNO with Olivia Palermo

I must admit, I was not a big fan of Olivia Palermo after seeing her on a few episodes of The City. And although she lacks a friendly disposition she more than makes up for it with impeccable taste in clothing and accessories. Since tonight is Fashion's Night Out, I decided to highlight Olivia's Picks as a Guest Editor on Piperlime.com.

The girl certainly has an eye. I love it all. I know Olivia has a disposable income for fashion, so I have to give her credit for the affordable picks. 

Here is a breakdown of the items above, all available on Piperlime:

Lace blouse
$44 - piperlime.gap.com

Jack BB Dakota blazer
$69 - piperlime.gap.com

Blank Denim skinny jeans
$78 - piperlime.gap.com

Vera Wang Lavender ballerina flat
$295 - piperlime.gap.com

BCBGeneration cross body handbag
$98 - piperlime.gap.com

Timex watch
$60 - piperlime.gap.com

Tinley Road gold ring
$22 - piperlime.gap.com

Darien Asymmetrical Peep-Toe Bootie
$225 - bcbg.com

To view all of Olivia's picks, visit Piperlime.com.

A Hairstyle that is On Pointe.

Lately I have been breaking the cardinal rule of Regina George and The Plastics. I have been wearing my hair up more than one day a week. Maybe it's because I am trying to grow out my hair**. It has reached that in-between point where it's better to pin it up than style it down. Or maybe it's because I secretly envy the effortless style of ballet dancers.

I'd say both are true.

I've been seeing the ballet bun as a hairstyle trend for quite a while now, and figure I'm overdue for a homage to a classic (albeit lifesaving) hairstyle.

{ images from this is glamorous; beautydept.; pinterest: whitney fry & lauren webb }

The folks over a The Beauty Deparment break down this 'do with a step-by-step video tutorial. Check it out:

The ballet culture and ballerina lifestyle fascinates me, and I think this is a great video from the NYC ballet about the importance of a proper fitting pointe shoe:

** Don't miss my {hair envy} board on Pinterest, where you can see my hair hopes and aspirations.