cricket hollow

Even the little details can make a big difference when throwing a party. We created some labels for a summer supper at Cricket Hollow. If you are looking to add some flair to your next soiree just give us a shout!

firecracker hill

Apparently an invitation in a box is one hot ticket lately. Our most recent request was from some friends of ours, who were getting hitched on July 4th, and we happily obliged. The setting was the groom's family farm near Fly, Tennessee - what a cool name! And they call the hill where the ceremony took place "Firecracker Hill." Pretty fitting for independence day.

Elegantly southern, but with a hint of non traditional flare. That was our starting point for the design. We incorporated vintage motifs and played off the intricate metal work on the arbor.

And finally..... the beautiful calligraphy by Ginger English adds the perfect bit of whimsy!

49 & holding

Some people cringe and hide at the thought of another birthday. Others are ready to ring it in with a big bash. This client is the latter! So..... their event coordinator, the FABULOUS Elizabeth James, hired us to create a special invitation to get the ball rolling.

We designed an invitation suite around the theme, "49 & Holding." We found some vintage playing cards (actually in Currier's grandmother's bridge table), then had a bit of fun with the imagery and some clever copy. "The cards are stacked against him… He's over the hill and picking up speed. A big celebration is just what he needs!"

And on a side note: we want to give a a little love to our printer from this job......... Jive. They are wonderful to work with and turn out a great product! Next time you have a printing need, check them out in Cummins Station.

some new branding

Even after many years of continued business success, every company can use a little sprucing up. And that's what Steve Ward and Associates decided they needed for their marketing. SWA is a full service dealer for laboratory furniture, institutional casework and custom architectural millwork. They are a wonderful group of professionals and we were so excited to be a part of their re-branding.

They'd already hired us to create a company brochure and now we were charged with helping them update their brand. We started with their logo. The goal was to create an identity based on their past mark, but with a more modern feel and updated color palette. Next, we designed the stationary which they chose to have engraved. Engraving is such a beautiful, traditional technique that makes each piece feel special. The result… the next generation of Steve Ward & Associates.

the tradition continues

10 must be the magic number this year, because The Americana Music Association is also celebrating their 10th anniversary! The organization is going strong and has some big news:

The Recording Academy will officially recognize the Americana genre next year at the Grammy's! “These are the country’s preeminent artists, who not only pay homage to roots, but truly shape modern music. The Americana community couldn’t be prouder of their decision.”

More to come on this, but here is the logo we created for this year's event that will be held September 16th - 19th in Nashville.

yes, please

At Tenn Hens, we are constantly looking for new inspiration for our design work. There are a few businesses out there that seem to always impress us with their work. Well, to our surprise, two of those companies recently collaborated and the result is fabulous. Anthropologie partnered with Hatch Show Print to produce their latest catalog.

Anthropologie is always producing great looking clothing, but more importantly, their store displays and home goods are to die for. Their styling and knack for funky, cool design is enviable. Then there is Hatch. Not only are they located right here in Nashville, they're also America's oldest working poster print shop. They use handcarved letters and images to create the best posters around. We are in LOVE with their typography & anything letterpressed. Enjoy!

moroccan theme

Sparkling bold colors, belly dancers and star filled tents fit the bill for a moroccan themed party. To set the mood, we created a very colorful and unique invitation. Our inspiration came from the moroccan tents with striped poles and patterned ceilings. They are so chic! And since the party is for an 18th birthday, we knew we could get a little funky with the design. Plus, Currier did the hand lettering on the envelopes which gave these a really cool touch.

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special graduation

A true individual, we were so excited to help this client with an invitation. She went back to art school as an adult. Her family wanted to celebrate her thriving spirit and talent. Congrats!

a feast for the eyes

It's tradition. Memorial weekend = Furniture sales. So it's no surprise John Richard wanted to let their customers know about their "tent event." This is a quick direct mail we put together and hopefully folks will flood their doors looking for deals.

paper love

Who doesn't love getting something really special in the mail? Well, we love paper… and the thicker the better for that matter. Nice paper can really make a piece stand out and it doesn't always have to cost more.

Kelley McLaughlin, our wonderful rep from Athens Paper, recently dropped by our office with some fabulous new samples to share. There are so many options now a days. Textures, cotton fibers and a ton of gorgeous colors. Plus, the paper companies have all responded to environmental issues. From recycled content, FSC certification and even green power - there are a wide variety of options which make being green that much easier.

These paper companies ( Neenah • French • Gmund, just to name a few of our faves ) put out beautiful samples of their different lines. They show you how paper can really impact the end result of a job. Just something to keep in mind for your next project!

10 years in Tenn

The Land Trust kick-off party was last night and we celebrated along side supporters, volunteers and land owners. It was a beautiful evening and everything went off without a hitch. We even created a hand-drawn sign to commemorate the anniversary. And Mose, one of our canine supporters, was kind enough to pose with our work of art!

under construction

This is just a sneak peek of a website we're working on for Carbine & Associates. They are a Middle Tennessee construction management team, focused on producing a product that meets the quality and value expectation of every client. More to come!

welcome friends

A sweet addition was made to our roost today. Drop by any time and say hello!

dog gone girly affair

We think dogs rule. So we were happy to help with A Cause For Paws. It is an annual luncheon that raises money for the Nashville Humane Society. This year's theme sprouted from a brightly colored Tory Burch shoe-box and the infamous "Dog's Playing Poker image." The illustration grew from there and includes some fabulous doggie hats of tennis balls, bushes and bones.

The sold out event was a hit with the ladies and what a good cause to support mans best friend!