http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/ Showers and Other Events Nautical themes are popular in the Outer Banks so we chose to go with a sailors knot in the form of a heart. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=172979047 172979047 This shower invitation lets guests know that the bride wants gift cards as her present, the gift cards are to be wrapped creatively as part of a game. I took this element and made a special enclosure to help inspire guests with a patterned sleeve over the instructions. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=119061671 119061671 Set the tone of your your wedding rehearsal with a light hearted and fun invitation. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=91764383 91764383 This birthday party was centered around the Frog and the Prince movie so the invitation was created to fit the theme. Characters from the movie were incorporated as well as a custom logo at the top featuring the names of the birthday girl and boy. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=121788422 121788422 This bride had two separate showers keeping within the same theme. A matching thank you card was designed for all her guests with pre printed envelopes. Subtle flowers, glitter and a faux gem make this invitation eye catching. Invitation printed on a shimmery ivory paper. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=109493865 109493865 This fun and glittery invitation is perfect for that special little ladybug in your life. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=141862854 141862854 This traditional bridal shower invitation featured a red, flocked, patterned paper to evoke a tactile sensation. The graphic on the invitation was repeated on the mailing envelope. *Please see the coordinating wedding invitation, Olive & Maroon Traditional Wedding. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=65940132 65940132 A light hearted and meaningful gathering deserves an invite to match. For this invitation the text was printed on a light vellum to show a subtle Gerber daisy behind. A decorative patterned strip near the top ties everything together and ads that extra punch of color. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=65939546 65939546 This bridal shower invitation is an example of Green Elegance. It incorporates recycled materials with the elegance of a faux gem and glittery paper. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=68888065 68888065 This Bride-to-be Loves shoes so it was an obvious decision to have this as her theme. Invitations are printed on a pearlescent paper backed with a matching card stock. A ribbon was used for the purple accents near the top. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=115513031 115513031 Let your guests know the type of party they are in for the second they receive their invitation. This invitation screams "FUN", now how can you say no to a party like that? http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=65830509 65830509 This tastefully feminine invitation is perfect for either a lingerie shower or bachelorette party. A cutout of a lacey, full slip, an image selected from the decorative paper flaps, is the backdrop for the text of the invitation. The invitation is enveloped in a soft, shimmery, pearlescent paper. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=65984486 65984486 Every birthday is special so why not celebrate it in style with a custom invitation. This invitation features a playful image of the birthday girl in pinks and glitter accents. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=82745297 82745297 This invitation was created for a very exclusive Oscar awards party. Glitter was added to the red backing as well as to the gold ribbon to show guests that this was a fun event not to miss. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=118157493 118157493 This baby boy's nursery was decorated in stars so I ran with the theme and added the turtle for that extra punch of cuteness. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=65940493 65940493 Share the joy of your new arrival by choosing to have a custom announcement made. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=67979433 67979433 Share the joy of your new arrival by choosing to have a custom announcement made. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=124732907 124732907 The Dare County arts Council asked me to design an invitation for their fundraiser that went with their Cabaret theme of being sexy, classy and staying within their color scheme. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=126246673 126246673 Share the joy of your new arrival by choosing to have a custom announcement made. http://www.hlrdesigns.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=133407280 133407280