Bella Ink Designs: Not Just for the Girls

Top: EF-153TY and EF-163TY.  Bottom: EF-167TY and EF-156TY.  Each of these designs is available blank for personalization (a name or monogram) or pre-printed with Thank You.

 

Some say Bella Ink isn't manly enough, but we beg to differ.  Real men wear pink, and a touch of that hue here and there surely wouldn't make them do a double take.  Not convinced?  The Fall/Winter 2014 notes featured here are a good bet for a variety of men, be they sports fans, boating enthusiasts, or card sharks.  And, there's not a trace of pink or burst of blossom anywhere to be found.

Top: EF-168TY and EF-146TY.  Bottom: EF-162TY and EF-116TY.  Each of these designs, except for EF-116TY, is also available blank for personalization (a name or monogram) or pre-printed with Thank You.  Please visit the website for a more accurate representation of the colors on these notes. 

Being the color often associated with royalty, purple may be a more approachable hue than pink.  Above are a couple of options featuring varied shades of purple, green and blue, including new designs EF-168TY and EF-162TY.   Each design works for those just graduating to those keeping in touch with the grand-kids from afar.  Business professionals may choose to keep a stash in their desks when the occasion calls for a quick but personal follow-up.

If you think he may be OK with pink after all?  EF-118 is a card featuring stripes in a variety of colors, including fuchsia, that still feels unisex.  This design is available blank for personalization or pre-printed with Thank You.

Bella Ink Designs can print any invitation or note card before it ships.  For more information, please visit our custom printing page HERE.  Bella Ink products may be purchased online at www.bellaink.com or through retailers nationwide.  To find a nearby retailer, please visit our Find A Store page.

~Heather F.

Studio Director

Suite Saturday: Get Set for Your Event

Invitation: WH-74, Note: CC-207 and Response/Table Card: WCC-11

Woodland weddings inspired this series of Spring/Summer 2014 invitations from Bella Ink Designs.  Each invitation is shown with corresponding notes and response/table cards that will set the tone for any rustic event, whether it's in a barn, by a lake or at the city's hip new eatery.

Invitation: PH-163, Top Note: W-32, Middle Note: EF-76 and Bottom Note: EF-92

Bella Ink is embracing the rainbow hued bridal party trend by incorporating a variety of vibrant colors on each Spring/Summer 2014 invitation.  Pinks mix with hot oranges, and sunshiny yellows mesh with aquas and orchids.  Be sure to visit the Bella Ink website and check out WH-75, too.  This bridal shower invitation is a simple blue and white design featuring a bride and her bouquet, which is bursting with color.

Invitation: WH-72, Top Note: EF-80, Response/Table Card: WCC-11 and Bottom Note: EF-91

In addition to wildflowers, take a cue from these invitations and incorporate feathers into bouquets, boutonnieres, and other floral arrangements for the big day.  And remember, wedding invitations should match the bride and groom's vision and personality, even if that means building a suite of stationery that's  a little less traditional.  It will make complete sense to those who know them well.

~Heather F.

Studio Director

Suite Saturday: Get Set For Your Event

Invitation: BH-42, Response/Table Card: WCC-11, Note: EF-107 (Also available blank for personalization)

Baby showers.  Aren't they fun?!  There's always an abundance of tiny clothes we wish came in adult sizes, family and friends we haven't seen in ages, and cake!

Many of the suites we've been posting will suit just about any event you're hosting, but today's picks celebrate glowing moms-to-be, only.  Whether it's a boy, a girl, twins or a secret, Bella Ink has the pieces you need to create a suite just as unique and fabulous as the guest of honor.

Invitation: BH-33, Response/Table Card: WCC-11 (solid cream also available), and EF-141 (Also available blank for personalization)  *Please note that this and BH-33's chevron stripes are green, not taupe as they appear on screen

Bella Ink's favorite gal is always dressed for the occasion when she makes an appearance on baby shower invitations.  Your friend isn't forgoing fashion for nine months, and neither is our gal.  Easy, breezy dresses and sun hats are a staple in her closet.

Invitation: BH-37, Response/Table Card: WCC-11 and Note: B-49

We know fans of Bella Ink love a baby bottom, and we always try to keep at least one in our line-up.  Currently we have the above in blue OR pink, and the double baby bottom invitation picture at the top of this post.  In the world of Bella Ink, purple and green are neutral, so if your friend is keeping a secret, and having twins, this card has your event written all over it.  (After we print it on there for you, of course.)

Bella Ink will print your important who, what, where and when details on invitations before shipping.  Simply add custom printing to your card.  Please visit our custom printing page for more information.

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg. Director

Happy Thanksgiving Weekend from Bella Ink Designs

EF-72 available blank & ready for personalization with a name, monogram or simple "Thank You."  Contact Bella Ink to order.  Quantities are limited.  (P: 630-576-2008 ext. 1#, F: 630-576-2076 or E: info@bellaink.com.)  When ordering, please include the wording you would like printed on the design.  You may find our custom printing pricing, etc. HERE.

Bella Ink Designs would like to wish you a happy Thanksgiving weekend.  Thank you for your business.  We look forward to helping you fill in beneath the tree and stuff stockings this holiday season!  Visit www.bellaink.com and check out our boxed notes, calendars, gift sets and more!

Bella Ink will be unable to take/fulfill orders in the studio Thursday and Friday due to the Thanksgiving holiday.  We will be more than happy to assist you on Monday, December 2nd.  Retailers needing to place an order over the holiday weekend should email (info@bellaink.com) or fax (630-576-2076) Bella Ink.  You may also contact your local sales rep.

Everyone is welcome to place an order through the Bella Ink website (www.bellaink.com).  Orders placed over the Thanksgiving weekend will be processed on Monday, December 2nd.

Have a safe and happy weekend!

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg. Director

Bella Ink Web Exclusives & Special Offer via The Gift Insider on WGN

Bella Ink Designs' Gift Wrap, and Holiday Photo Cards

Be sure to tune into WGN on Friday, November 15th for The Gift Insider's "Holiday Gifts You Need to Plan For" segment.  Watch for Bella Ink's web exclusives (photo cards and holiday gift sets), and listen for the coupon code that will get you 20% OFF at www.bellaink.com from November 15th through November 22nd.

Visit Bella Ink on The Gift Insider's website, become a member, and get access to a coupon code for 10% OFF at www.bellaink.com now through the start of the new year!  (Really important if you need an emergency gift!)

Bella Ink Initial Thermography Notes and Journal Set, 2014 Easel Calendar and Boxed Notes

Bella Ink Thermography initial notes and coordinating journals are packaged in a chocolate brown box, making this gift set the perfect way to fill in beneath the tree. 

Calendars and personalized boxed notes would make fabulous stocking stuffers or hostess gifts.  All blank, boxed notes may be personalized with a name or monogram in the Bella Ink studio before shipping.  Simply add Custom Printing to your cart and we'll contact you for wording.  Each easel calendar comes packaged with a black, iron easel so that each month may be easily displayed like artwork on any flat surface.

Bella Ink Spiral Bound Note Book, Boxed Notes and Bookmark Set

Bella Ink's spiral bound journal sets are also available in a koi or peacock design.  Each box of notes may be ordered pre-printed with Thank You, or blank for personalization.  Printing of a name or monogram may be done in the Bella Ink studio before shipping, simply add Custom Printing to your cart and we'll contact you for wording.  Bookmarks are printed front and back on the same pearly stock as the journal's front and back covers.

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg. Director

Suite Saturday: Get Set for Your Event

If you've picked purple as one of your event's colors, then you're in good company.  Purple has been a color used by royals since antiquity.  Bella Ink has several invitations in varying shades of this high-end hue to suit your event, be it in a garden or a ballroom.

Bella Ink's invitations and note cards may be printed in the Bella Ink studio before shipping to your door.  After you've made your purchase, simply email our graphic designer: kristin@bellaink.com.  In your email, please include your order number along with the wording you would like to appear on your invitations and/or note cards.

Bella Ink will hand-glitter* most items available for purchase on the website, www.bellaink.com.  Simply select the embellishment option in the drop-down box, when applicable, and your stationery will leave our studio with a little extra sparkle.  (Please note that, on some occasions, the embellishment is a peel-n-stick rhinestone that will be affixed by the customer upon delivery.  This will be noted in the drop-down box for rhinestone designs)  

Bella Ink products may be purchased through Bella Ink retailers (find a list HERE) or through Bella Ink directly.  

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg Director

Bella Ink's Suite Saturday: Get Set for Your Event

Invitation: PH-129, Response/Table Card: WCC, Note: EF-67 (Available blank or pre-printed with Thank You).  Please note that colors on this blog may not be an accurate representation of our cream card stock.  Please visit www.bellaink.com.

October in Chicago can be one of the most beautiful and comfortable months when it comes to the weather.  It can also turn in a second, usually at the end of the month as November approaches.  None-the-less, we relish every minute of it, and it's even inspired some of our invitations. 

Invitation: PH-162, Response/Table Card: WCC-11, Note: EF-129TY (Also available blank for personalization). 

Everyone's mixing prints these days, and we think you should fearlessly test the waters with your event's invitations, correspondence cards and Thank You notes.  (It's safer than walking out the door in an ensemble you're not quite sure about.)

Invitation: PH-157, Response/Table Card: WCC, Note: EF-123 (Available blank only, for personalization).  Please note that colors on this blog may not be an accurate representation of our cream card stock.  Please visit www.bellaink.com.

Each suite pictured on Saturdays contain s a suggested pairing.  There's a great many more options that can be found at www.bellaink.com.  (Note: WCC is not online, but can be ordered over the pohen or through email) 

Need a little help coordinating a suite?  Bella Ink has retailers throughout the U.S., or you can email us at info@bellaink.com with any specific questions.

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg Director

Bella Ink's Best Selling Holiday Invitations

 

We  know what you're thinking because we think it every time we go into a mall.  It's too early for you to be shaking your jingle bell at me.  No, really Ms. Macy's Sales Associate manning the field of unnaturally colored Christmas trees, please don't shake those bells.  Why don't you put on a mask and jump out at me, instead?  That would be much more suitable for the current season.

Although we feel the holidays shouldn't even be whispered about until after Halloween (it's a grudging compromise), we're going to talk about the holidays here, today.  We apologize.  But we're doing it for a good reason.  You see, we start selling our holiday invitations to our retailers in May, and there are so many early birds out there (Grandma, purchased her gifts in August) that we would hate to have you feel left out.

Pictured on the blog today are two of our best-selling holiday party  invitations.  CH-40 (above) and CH-44 (below).  Be sure to visit your nearby Bella Ink retailer to reserve yours, today.  You can find a list of retailers HERE.  You can also purchase Bella Ink's holiday invitations and notes online.  Invitations.  Notes.  (Yes, go now!)

In the next blog we'll return you to the regularly scheduled season... Fall and Halloween!  Macy's can have their Christmas trees for another few weeks, we'll be building mounds of leaves in the backyard, eating candy corn and planning our costumes.

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg Director

Bella Ink's Suite Saturday: Get Set for Your Event

Invitation: PH-108, Response/Table Card: WCC-11, Note: EF-115

Invitation sets aren't just for weddings.  You can build a suite for any event, from birthdays to retirement parties, graduations to fundraisers, and everything in between.  

Invitation: WH-34, Note: W-32TY, Response/Table Card: WCC-11

Most of Bella Ink's designs come with the option for embellishment.  By request, the gals in the Bella Ink warehouse will hand-glitter each piece.  On occasion, the embellishment is a coordinating (peel-n-stick) rhinestone to be applied by the customer after printing and/or delivery.

Invitation: WCH-12, Response/Table Card: WCC-1, Note: WCF-12

Bella Ink products may be purchased through boutique card and gift shops throughout the U.S., or through www.bellaink.com.  To find a nearby retailer, please visit our find a stockist page HERE.

Don't forget, Bella Ink will print your invitations, note cards, etc. before shipping.  For additional information, please visit our custom printing page HERE.

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg Director

Bella Ink's Suite Saturday: Get Set for Your Event

Invitation: WH-65, Response/Table Card: WCC-11, Note: EF-150TY

It's a suite Saturday here on the Bella Ink blog.  We hope you're having a fabulous weekend so far.  Today we're featuring invitation suites with palm trees (above) and polka dots (below).

We can't even begin to tell you how popular our fearless leader's palm tree designs have been throughout the years.  They've been a favorite for destination weddings and balmy holiday soirees alike.  The soft silver background on these invitations and notes make this set both elegant and romantic.

Invitation: WH-60, Response/Table Card: WCC-11, Note: EF-144TY

Bella Ink also offers a solid cream response/table card that coordinates with most cream color card stock, making it an excellent alternative to any of the printed designs shown on Suite Saturdays.  Just ask, or look, for WCC when ordering.

Bella Ink invitations, response/table cards and folded notes are sold separately.  Bella Ink products may be purchased through card and gift boutiques nationwide, or at www.bellaink.com.  And don't forget, we'll print your product before shipping!  Read all about it HERE.

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg Director

Battle Breast Cancer with Bella Ink

10% of the wholesale cost (5% of the retail cost) will be donated to Breast Cancer Research and Education.  In the past we have donated to Bright Pink and Susan G. Komen.  Top Row: Bella Ink's EF-59, and SF-15A (Also available as part of a writing set with WP-15 pictured below); Bottom: Bella Ink's CC-64 and CC-92.

Breast Cancer Awareness month is just a couple of weeks away.  Get your notes, invitations and writing papers in-hand before October.  Any of the above designs may be sent to encourage someone going through treatment, to celebrate remission, and to let them know someone is thinking of them.

Bella Ink's PH-97

If you're hosting a fundraiser,  consider PH-97.  The above invitation measures 8.5'' x 5.5'' and has been printed on a premium white, textured card stock.  Should you want a little extra glam, this design is available with a rhinestone.  And don't forget, Bella Ink will now print your invitations before shipping to your door.  Read more about our custom printing HERE.

Bella Ink's WP-15BUB (Writing Papers)

Bella Ink's writing papers may be purchased separately, or as part of a set with SF-15, pictured at the top of this entry.  Bella Ink products may be purchased at card and gift boutiques nationwide or through the Bella Ink website, www.bellaink.com.

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg Director

Bella Ink's Suite Saturday: Wedding/Party Invitation Combos

Invitation: PH-156, Response/Table: WCC-11, Folded Note: EF-151

Thursday's starfish invitation suite on the Bella Ink Instagram (bellainkdesigns) inspired us to show off a few more of our favorite combos in a new feature called Suite Saturday.  Whether you're a beach bride, a traditional bride, a vintage bride, a modern bride or a whimsical bride, Bella Ink has a suite to make your event sparkle.  (The hand-applied glitter may have something to do it with it, too...)

Invitation: PH-154, Response/Table Card: WCC-14, Folded Note: EF-114

It's OK to not be matchy-matchy when it comes to your event's stationery.  As long as some element connects each design (color, a flower), everything, from invites to thank you notes, will look flawless.  Folded note W-35TY also coordinates with the above suite.

Invitation: PH-160, Response/Table Card: WCC-11, EF-142TY

Bella Ink also offers a solid cream response/table card to coordinate with any cream invitation.  And don't forget, Bella Ink will now print your invitations, response/table cards, and notes (if a monogram or name is requested over Thank You) before shipping to your door.  For more information, please visit our custom printing page HERE.

Invitation: WH-56, Response/Table Card: WCC-11, Folded Note: EF-148TY

Bella Ink products may be purchased through card and gift shops nationwide, or through the Bella Ink website, www.bellaink.com.

~Heather F.

Studio/Mktg Director

Vote for Bella Ink in Martha Stewart's 2013 American Made Contest

1. Thermography Initial Note and Journal (D13/JD13); 2. 2014 Jewel Case Calendar; 3. BH-38 Invitation; 4. EF-150 Note

Bella Ink Designs is a contestant in Martha Stewart's 2013 "American Made" contest.  If you're a fan of Bella Ink, please head over to our contest page and VOTE for us!  (You may vote up to 6 times a day!)

What makes Bella Ink "American Made?"

1. Melissa Danaher, Bella Ink's fearless leader, founded this company in 2005.  She designed, sold, boxed and shipped from her dining room table in a suburb of Chicago.  Eventually, she moved the business into a larger studio and warehouse space in Lombard, IL before landing in Downers Grove, IL, where we're now located.

2. Danaher still hand-paints and hand-draws all her artwork before expertly combining colors, patterns and the aforementioned artwork on a single product.  She may be inspired by the world, but she designs at home or in the studio.

3. Our paper comes from Wisconsin!

4. Our products are printed in Illinois!

5. We pack, ship and glitter in Illinois!

6. Our glitter,  which is applied by hand (by request) in the Bella Ink studio before shipping, is from New Jersey!

We appreciate your vote!

~Heather F.
Studio/Mktg. Director

Let Bella Ink Designs Print Your Invitations and Note Cards for You!

Bella Ink's PH-106, Boot Scootin'

You're a busy person and you've become acclimated to shopping online at home or in the office.  For over a year, you've been able to shop for invitations and note cards directly off the Bella Ink website, yet you've had to rely on your inner DIY goddess, your computer savvy BFF or your local print shop to get them printed.  Not any longer!  Bella Ink Designs is happy to print your invitations and notes before shipping them to your door. 

When shopping at www.bellaink.com, simply add your favorite items to your shopping cart, along with the custom printing option.  (Look for the image below in each category.)  After your order has been submitted, we'll be in touch via email with information on how to submit, to Bella Ink, the wording for your invitation, or the name/monogram for your personalized note cards.

~Heather F.

Studio/Marketing Director

Making Bella Ink Blush

Jim Hjelm Gown, Cake found via Intimateweddings.com, RareEarth Rose Gold Engagement Ring, Amy Merrick Bouquet

White is always nice for a wedding dress, but these days the gals in the Bella Ink studio feels there's nothing better than a bride in blush.  This hint of color livens up, and compliments, a variety of complexions.  Mix blush with black and cream flowers and decor, as well as the new trend towards rose gold jewelry, and your big day will give off all sorts of sophisticated and romantic vibes.

Bella Ink Invitation: WH-63; Bella Ink Thank You: EF-148TY; Bella Ink Response/Table Card: WCC-11

Don't be afraid to mix it up with your wedding suite.  Coordinating, rather than matching, designs is a creative and memorable approach to your event's look.  An elegant black and cream invitation with just a hint of blush is all you need to tie everything together on paper.  And don't forget to have a little fun with your thank you notes.  The chevron print, above, emphasizes the pink and sage accents form the invitation, while the response/table card focuses on the green, only.

All these designs (and more) may be purchased at www.bellaink.com.  Bella Ink is now offering custom printing, too!  For more information click HERE.

~Heather F.

Studio/Marketing Director

Bella Ink Designs' Easter Basket Gift Ideas

Bella Ink Designs' CC-140 (top), CC-136 (bottom), BM-25, and 400-JS1

Bella Ink Designs has partnered with the Easter Bunny this year on some fabulous stationery gift items for all those darling baskets waiting to be filled.  (Easter is a bit early, March 31st!)

Colorful note cards, bookmarks and journals, like those pictured above, will complement the candy color treats and trinkets waiting to be uncovered on Easter morning.

If you're hosting a small gathering of family and/or friends for Easter brunch, Bella Ink has a variety of spring inspired invitations available for making a fabulous first impression right out of the envelope.  View additional Bella Ink Easter gift and invitation options at www.bellaink.com. 

Bella Ink Designs' PH-147 and PH-133

~Heather F.

Studio/Marketing Director

Bella Ink Designs and Retail Parade's Daily Find

Bella Ink Designs' W-34, Will You Be My Bridesmaid (in blue), has been featured on Retail Parade's Daily Finds.  Retail Parade has set up a community where retailers can connect with a well curated selection of vendors from the gift industry.

~Heather F.

Studio Director

Chalk It Up To Your Requests

We understand you're busy, and that not everyone is D.I.Y goddess.  That's why Bella Ink is now offering custom printing on invitations, blank note cards, writing papers and envelopes.

For details on custom orders, please visit our website.

Many Bella Ink retailers offer printing on purchases made in their stores.  Check out our Find a Store page for a retailer near you and ask about their printing capabilities.

~Heather F.

Studio Director

Send A {Bella Ink Designs} Card To A Friend Day

Bella Ink Greetings, Top Row, From Left: CC-151, CC-150, CC-146, Bottom Row, From Right: CC-147, CC111-, CC-84

February 7th is Send a Card to a Friend Day.  Whether they live near or far, be sure to let your BFF know you're thinking about them.  Visit www.bellaink.com and check out all your options under the Greetings header.  Don't worry if the note shows up a couple of days late.  It's always nice to find an unexpected note in the mailbox, no designated day required!

~Heather F.

Studio Director

It's Compliment Day!

Bella Ink Designs' CC-111, Single Greeting with Hand-Glitter

Today is compliment day.  Say something sweet, even if it's just, "Your shoes are so cute!"  If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all.  If you're simply at a loss for words, let a Bella Ink greeting card do all the talking.  It's not too late to snag one, they're in card and gift boutiques nationwide.  Find a store near you HERE.

Remember, you don't have to confine kind words to compliment day.  If you want to lift someone's spirits any day of the year, head over to bellaink.com and order a variety of greetings to keep on hand.

To all our customers, THANK YOU.  We believe each of you are fabulous and unique.  We truly appreciate the opportunity to represent you and the special events in your lives.

~Heather F.

Studio/Marketing Director