Happy Valentine's Day

Such a fun holiday! Here are some cute boxes I found at Walmart believe it or not and they were stuffed with candy. Little handmade tags were created for each child in the class.

Art for Everyone

Not only can I appreciate all the handmade cards and invitations that I've seen, but handmade clothing intrigues me even more. Maybe it's because I can't sew... A good friend of mine sent me a dress she made for my daughter (who is now 3) and I've gotten so many compliments on it. She just sent me to her new website of all things art and I had to share the link. The dress is so cute and so well-made. She has lots of other items on there as well for the artsy people and she is truly a talented girl.

Check it out at: http://www.bluesuzi.com/baby-craft/

Here is a similar dress she sent to me but there are others on there that are just as adorable.

All About Logos

Logos are the most important part of any business. They are the first step to defining you and what will hopefully represent you for years to come. That is the first thing I tell a new client who comes to me and asks for a business card design or brochure. I ask them, "Do you have a logo?" And the answer is mostly "No." So usually that's what we focus on first and what everything else essentially branches off from. You want it to be a lasting image that will catch people's attention and stick in their mind. I've had some clients that say they can get one inexpensively off the internet. These websites give you, along with a million other companies, a logo for a hundred dollars. But do you want the same logo that another company has? I tell them "You get what you pay for." If you want something unique, clever and creative then you go to a professional designer. Below are some logo designs I've done over the years and ones that are still being used and have become well-known.

Happy Holidays

It's that time of year! It's a time to be creative whether you're cooking, baking, wrapping presents, shopping or decorating. This year was extra special with our baby girl coming a week before Christmas which I was thankful I did everything early anticipating her arrival. We want to wish you a happy and healthy New Year from our family to yours.

Third Time's A Charm

We are proud to announce the arrival of Samantha Eve Hladky. Born on the morning of December 14, 2011 weighing 7lbs 4oz and measuring 20 inches. Everyone is adjusting very well and Noah and Madisen are happy to take the title of big brother and sister. We will be taking a slight break from now until the New Year and hope to get our own cards out before the year ends! Wishing all of our clients a Happy Holiday and a Prosperous New Year. Thank you for your business this past year and we look for more great projects to come in 2012.

Getting Close to Christmas

As we prepare for Christmas and you have kids or special pets, it's all about the photo. I've used Snapfish in the past for their cute designs and most of all convenience. But being a designer and having some extra time you tend to feel like you've cheated if you don't design your own. This year may be a little harder since I am due to have another baby in two weeks. I may just wait and do a combined holiday/new year card/birth announcement instead. Meanwhile, I thought I'd share my holiday cards from the past two years as a source of inspiration.

A Taste of Hunterdon

I've been working on a corporate brochure for the Interfaith Hospitality Network of Hunterdon County for quite some time now. They have now become Family Promise and want to unveil the new name and new look. This year's "A Taste of Hunterdon" will benefit them and I was asked to create a Poster to introduce the new name and logo as well as to recognize the Honorees and a Placemat for the tables. This event has numerous local restaurants prepare delectable edibles and accompanying the tastings will be merchandise, vacation packages, balloon rides, and gift certificates.