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Bridal Event at Paper & Chocolate this Weekend

You’ve set the date and now you need to find the perfect wedding invitation. Be sure to stop by the bridal event at stationery store, Paper & Chocolate in Inwood Village this Saturday. The will be showcasing the newest wedding invitations and stationery, including new albums from Vera Wang, Dauphine Press, Sugarcube Press and Delphine.  Get ideas for wedding party and hostess gifts as well as wedding cake tasting from Dallas Affairs Cake Company and wonderful Wiseman House truffles, made in Hico, Texas. Guests will receive a Jan Sevadjian silk photo folder as a gift with any invitation purchase and may enter a drawing to win a luxurious personal care basket from Lollia!

Extravaganza Gets Invitations Right

So we threw my mom a surprise party for her 50th birthday. We—dad, sister, and I—are serious procrastinators. Last minute we realize that invitations probably should have gone out a week before, so I get on the phone with Extravaganza in Flower Mound (who did my high school grad notes, weird family newsletters, holiday photos, college graduation announcements, grad party invitations, professional thank you notes, etc.) With the serious help of the friendly and supportive staff, I managed to choose a design—a beautiful one I should add—send in my request for the text, okay the proofs, and pick up the final product in a matter of four total business days without stepping foot in the store. (Except to pick up the invites, of course.) Extravaganza is amazing. And you won’t be disappointed in the final result. They carry quality invitation and stationery lines, including Birchcraft, Paper Duvet, Crane, Paper Orchid, and Cross My Heart with tons of designs in-store to look at.

I didn’t have to spend time in the store because I trust Extravaganza implicitly, but you may want to so you can take home a delicious Tyler Candle or personalized note set. This could definitely be your one-stop shop for engagement party announcements, save-the-dates, wedding invites, and thank yous. Get contact info here.

Win Free Shower Invitations Or Save The Date Cards From Between The Sheets Co.

Between the Sheets Co., whose adorable paper goods I wrote about earlier this week, is offering a free set of either shower invitations or save the date cards to one lucky BridalBuzz reader. You’ll get 25 custom printed invitations/save the date cards, return address labels and envelopes. If you need more than that then owner and Dallasite, Erin Thomas will just charge you the difference. To win, send me an email (by clicking on my name at the end of this post) by 5pm CST on Monday, July 13. Good luck!

40% Off Entire Purchase at Bestow Boutique

If you’re looking for a fun, funky gift for a bride, bridesmaids, groomsmen or your goth friend check out Bestow Boutique. They’re selection of unique wedding favors and gifts is a breath of fresh air. They’ve got fantastic silver or gold skull swizzle sticks (pictured) as well as “softer” items like pretty lingerie and pillows emblazoned with the “L” word. Even the most common items have a little edge to them to keep your gifts from being ordinary, or, dare I say, boring. The best part of Bestow Boutique is that right now they are offering 40% off your entire purchase. That will save you a ton if you’re buying for multiple people or getting wedding favors. Just use promo code SMC09 at check out. This is a limited time offer so get crackin’!

Addison-based Posta Bella Stationery Does Custom Wedding Illustrations

Just got a nice note from local artist Jamie Pickerell of Posta Bella Stationery, who recently added custom wedding illustations to her line of services. She hand draws them in art marker or watercolor, depending on the look you desire. Commission them for keepsakes–she’ll draw anything, including gowns, rings, cakes, flowers, and accessories–or use them for notecards and coordinating envelopes. These could make lovely, personal thank you notes or gifts for your bridesmaids or hostesses.

Create a Modern-Day Family Crest With Dallas Company Make Our Mark

So you and your beloved are finally getting hitched, and you want a symbol of your  union. Why not ask Dallas-based Make Our Mark to create a logo for all of your wedding paraphernalia? A professional designer can create something special for you to use on everything from save-the-dates to the ice sculpture at the reception. It’s so much more memorable than just your names or initials. Plus, it lasts a lifetime. From $985.

Check Out W.E. Giggle for Invites, Luggage Tags, and More

Attention ladies who are having trouble getting the bridesmaid luncheon together. Whitney Eoff and her mother, co-founders of w.e. giggle, can get you started. Whitney (a former Dallasite) designs a number of  pretty paper options for the perfect party! The duo also offer a number of gifts that might just be the ticket for your best friends, including notepads, luggage tags, candles, and more. Their products are available at Paper Affair and The Write Choice. Or visit the web site to check out more fun stuff.