Heirloom Paperie

FREE Template Tuesday: Teacher Appreciation

2011-05-20T16:12:00.001-07:00

A cute free printable for the wonderful teachers in your life...commissioned by my good friend, Ella. She used it as an adorable label for a mini-cake box, but it would look great with any "sweet" gift. Scale up or down for your needs--just print and cut-out. Enjoy, and be creative!

"Thanks for Making This Year So Sweet" PDF.

FREE Template: LOVE banner

2011-02-10T09:30:00.001-08:00

I have recently remembered that I love giving away free templates...I know, it's been far too long. Here is a little something for your last-minute Valentines decor.

The Love Banner. It takes about 5 minutes to make but adds a quick pick me up to the {dreary} February weather. I am making some of these for friends for Valentines this year. :) Enjoy!

First, you are going to need a cute little helper...In this case, my 5 year old.

Let's get started...

1. DOWNLOAD TEMPLATE HERE, and print on plain white paper.

2. Cut each sheet in half hamburger style. (Hopefully you speak my language, and know what that means, if not, cut in half the 'fat' way.)

3. Cut the long triangle (just follow the lines) for the bottom of the banner.

4. Stack together and fold back the top 3/4 inch.

5. Lay out BACKWARDS and get your spacing right. Lay out the bakers twine or ribbon.

6. Tape the bakers twine INSIDE the fold, then fold down and tape. (This keeps the individual banners from running-a-muck.)

7. Hang and enjoy!

{seen here on my ever-changing-fabric-frame. My fav.}

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P.S. Feel free to share the love, and track back here, if you please :)
P.P.S. I also make these banners in any custom color for weddings, showers, etc. $5. Just email art@heirloompaperie.com

Black Friday Sale at For Your Little Darling

2009-11-27T11:48:00.000-08:00

My dear friend Carolyn amazes me. She make THE MOST beautiful creations! Today she is having a black Friday sale, and I HIGHLY recommend you visit :) Burp cloth sets only $5, 10% off everything...and more!

ForYourLittleDarling.etsy.com
ForYourLittleDarling.blogspot.com

Here is a preview of her awesomeness...and yes, everything is that cute.

FREE TEMPLATE: New Moon T-Shirt Iron-on Transfer

2009-11-25T12:43:00.000-08:00

For all of you Twilight fans...like myself...here is a little treat for your frequent trips to the theaters this week :) Iron-on transfer to a white or light colored t-shirt (I used Avery brand transfers from Walmart). Prints on a full 8.5 x 11". Looks extra fabulous on a mustard colored long sleeved.

*Hint: cut off as much negative space around the cliff and words etc. as you can.

Be the envy of all your groupies, or share if you wish.

P.S. I thought I was so clever last year when I "came up with this" but then I saw some on the internet last week. Bummer. Still cute though!

DOWNLOAD PDF HERE. {Remember to follow your iron-on instructions for reversing while printing.}

FREE Template Tuesday: By Order of the Queen

2009-08-31T22:24:00.001-07:00

Did you know that a person's brain tends to fall out during the last month of pregnancy and then continues to do so for about a month after the baby is born?

I just found that out.

Sorry I have not been sharing the freebie love lately, but I do not come back without a gift: I find myself asking my husband to do things quite a bit {read demanding}, so I thought I would make a subtle "honey do list" for him. This is perfect for wives, moms, the bride-to-be, or just about any woman. :) Just print on 8.5 x 11" paper and cut down the middle.

Enjoy, it's good to be back!

Download Here.

FREE Template: Father's Day Cards

2009-06-21T17:27:00.000-07:00

I know this is a little late (day of, hello.) But, I was frantically searching for a cute free card online for my father's day gifts and couldn't find a thing! Of course that will never do, so I made these and thought I might as well share....use them today, or archive for next year :)

{These are really simple, really quick, print and fold cards. 8.5 x 11, folded in fours. No cutting needed--just like the good old days of PrintMaster. Haha.}

Download Here!

FREE Template Tuesday: Invites

2009-04-20T23:06:00.000-07:00

I wanted to share a free Summer Invite Template. I am getting excited for the idea of summer parties, and I hope you can use this for one of yours! Maybe even a hip bridal/baby shower? Let me know how you will use yours!

Just print out (front and back are included) and cut down the middle lengthwise. Fold, write, send! -OR- do what I sometimes do and send it to your local Kinko's and let them do the work :)

{Please forgive me for not taking a cute picture of a finished product, if I kept waiting for myself to do that, I wouldn't ever post!}

DOWNLOAD HERE

FREE Template Tuesday: Easter Cards

2009-03-24T04:00:00.000-07:00

This year, I have the ambition to send out Easter cards. We will see if that happens :) In the meantime, I have designed a cute free Easter card for you, complete with a silhouette bunny on the front and damask on the back. {Blank inside.} The card is 5.5 x 4.25, perfect for an A2. As a bonus, I designed a little mailing label with said bunny for Avery labels 5164, 5264, 5524, 8164, 8254, 8464, 48464, 55164, 58164. Download here.

Enjoy!

Couldn't Resist

2009-03-18T16:14:00.000-07:00

I just realized that I never post my photo sessions! Here is a sneak peak of the latest :)

FREE Template Tuesday: Spring Labels

2009-03-10T03:00:00.000-07:00

Here is a little something to make your spring cleaning a little more beautiful. Use these labels for anything you like...labeling boxes, gift tags, folder tabs etc. I would love to hear how you plan to use them :) Download PDF file here, print and cut.

Enjoy!

Focus On: Spring

2009-03-09T13:49:00.001-07:00

I am so excited for Spring! I can't wait to get outside and work in my garden and just enjoy the sounds of birds again. I have been doing a lot of spring cleaning around here (or at least planning out what I'm going to do.) As such, I have some lovely new designs for my spring line coming out soon (wedding, baby, stationary, hooray!)

I hope you'll check back tomorrow for the FREE Template Tuesday: Spring Labels.

See you soon!

Where has Candis been?

2009-03-03T23:21:00.001-08:00

Vacation. Fabulous vacation.

Some wonderfully beautiful things are in the works, and I promise will be up soon!

FREE Template Tuesday: To-Do list.

2009-02-10T13:10:00.000-08:00

I have been hip deep in work these days (and not all of it was pretty, sadly.) The corporate world has needed my attention. However, I thought I might share with you a little to-do list template I made after reading one of my friends blogs. I have often thought about the concept "I can do hard things." It makes me feel empowered. So, print yourself off a little list and remember that wise advice.

I should warn you, page one of the pdf is the 'clean' version of this template, page two may have a little cus word. My apologies. You choose which one best suits you :) Download here.

$5 Friday: Love Birds Personal Stationary

2009-01-30T05:00:00.000-08:00

This week's $5 Friday--so lovely! Love Birds custom stationary: use for thank you notes from your wedding, or 'love notes' for your friends and family. I think it's so fun to have couple stationary {although I don't think my husband has ever written one of his friends using our paperie.}

Available in custom background and font colors - check them out in the shop!

Free Template Tuesday: Hearts and Love day!

2009-01-27T05:00:00.000-08:00

Last week was so busy! It has been so fun fulfilling your orders and hearing your comments :) I owe you my apologies for not posting a free template last week, SO here are 2 this week!!

Valentines Day is just around the corner, and I love giving {and receiving} yummy treats and love notes. I made these cute heart tags that you can either print on Avery 5294 labels, or just print and cut out. They would be super cute as a package seal, dangling tag or envelope seal--so many possibilities!

The next FREE template is a cute little name plates that reads "happy love day." I plan on punching a hole on either end and stringing ribbon through the back and around a box full of goodies. I would love to hear how you might use these! {I am obsessing over Tiffany blue lately, can you tell?}

New Feature: Little Window Shoppe

2009-01-26T23:10:00.000-08:00

What a pleasant surprise to be featured on such a fantastic blog: Little Window Shoppe!

Emily wrote a lovely post about us, and I am just thrilled! Since subscribing to their blog, I have found SO many adorable shoppes, so check them out!

Template Tuesday: Place cards!

2009-01-13T21:58:00.000-08:00

I am in the "host a dinner party every night" kind of mood. As such, I thought I would share some lovely place cards that I have made for our FREE Template Tuesday!

Just download the template here, open in Word, edit the names, print, cut, fold. Fantastic.

Each sheet makes 6 place cards with lovely golden swallows and steel blue calligraphy. I am somewhat obsessing over this font (and if you haven't already downloaded it from Luzel's blog, visit www.fonts101.com and search Albemarle Swash. {for some reason, I cannot link it}

So, let's have a party! I'll bring dessert.

resource: {how to install a font}

HLP Featured Today, Valentine's Cards!

2009-01-12T16:17:00.000-08:00

What an exciting day here at Heirloom! We were featured on a most fabulous blog called iDIY. Go check it out; Luzel has some AMAZING taste, and I have quickly become a fan. We are also doing a giveaway together (and if you look closely, a discount code :) Thanks, Luzel!

Also, today we are announcing our Valentine's Line in the shop! These turned out just beautiful :) View them here!

Free Template Tuesday: Thank You Cards

2009-01-06T05:00:00.000-08:00

There's something about a new year that make me so THANKFUL! What better time of year to send lovely correspondence to your friends and loved ones telling them thanks for the thoughtful gifts, or just for their company?

I just made these darling little notes to send out quick messages to my friends and thought I would share. Just print out on cardstock and cut right down the middle lengthwise (or as we say around these parts - 'hotdog style.') Fold in half and send :)

I love the inside of these because you can keep your sentiments short and sweet, or use the extra space at the top to write more!

Enjoy, and Happy {thankful} New Year!

Download pdf here.

Focus On: Stationary

2009-01-05T12:28:00.000-08:00

I love making things personal...giving something meaning. I think that every person deserves some personalized stationary. It is so nice to have something that says "this is me!" and aren't I lovely? :)

Custom stationary is one of my favorite things to create. If you are interested, just find a few examples of what you love, send them my way, and I will make something completely unique for you!

I can't wait to see what we can create together!

$5 Fridays: Extended Make it Vintage!

2008-12-26T05:38:00.000-08:00

Due to popular request, I am extending the $5 Make it Vintage! digital for this week as well. Enjoy!

Free Template Tuesday

2008-12-23T05:07:00.000-08:00

A little gift for my friends :) Christmas 08 gift tags. Print them on cardstock and cut out or print with Avery 5294 labels for cute seals.

Download PDF here.

I hope everyone has a FANTASTIC Christmas, filled with happiness and joy!

Focus On: Gift Certificates

2008-12-22T16:53:00.001-08:00

I can't believe Christmas is almost here!

I know a lot of us are doing some last minute shopping, and I just wanted to mention that we offer fabulous gift certificates for our shop! Perfect for someone who is a little difficult to buy for, but LOVES things that mean something! They can use it to their hearts desire: silhouettes, photo sessions, canvases, anything!

All you do is click the button below and purchase; paypal can either send it directly through email or you can print out the paypal version with your redemption code. Then you just download the cute gift certificate here and fill it out!

Simple. In 5 minutes you have a great gift!

$5 Fridays: Make it Vintage! Digital

2008-12-19T05:00:00.000-08:00

Okay, I am probably crazy for offering these on $5 Friday, but I am hoping people will see how beautiful these look on screen, and just HAVE to get a canvas :) We shall see.

This week, for only $5, I will turn your photo vintage and send you back the digital file. You can use it as you will :)

If you would like to buy a canvas with this new fantastic piece of art, I will offer them for only $20 for the 8x10 and $30 for the 11x14. That saves $15! (ask for larger sizes, with the same discount, of course.)

I will run the offer until Monday 9:00 AM, and your digital file will be delivered by Monday evening. After placing your order in the shop, (multiple quantities in one order are okay), just email your photos to art@heirloompaperie.com.

Order here!

P.S. Canvases WILL be ready before Christmas!

As always, thanks for visiting!

Free Template Tuesday: Birthday Mini-Banners

2008-12-16T05:00:00.000-08:00

My son, Chomper (er, Will) just celebrated his 1st birthday! I made these fun mini banners and used them as center pieces and buffet decor, so I thought I would share them with you!

The pdf includes a sheet for a boy or girl, age 1-5. If there is a special age you need, just let me know and I would be happy to make it for you! (art@heirloompaperie.com) Just print out the sheet that you need, and cut along the dotted lines. I put them in name card holders that I got from a restaurant supply place, but they would also be cute strung across with ribbon for a banner.

Download here

They are just too cute to pass up, and FREE! Spread the news :)

Focus On: Make it Vintage!

2008-12-15T13:36:00.001-08:00

This week's focus in on our custom service: Make it Vintage!

Basically, you send a photo, or pick one from your session, choose mild, medium or heavy, and we work our magic! It is then printed on a fine art, heirloom quality, rolled canvas that is ready to frame. Our standard sizes are 8x10 and 11x14 (any custom size available, just email art@heirloompaperie.com for details.)

Everyone who sees these canvases are absolutely blown away...they are just SO beautiful! The pigment really picks up on canvas and makes your piece of art stand out.

Keep in mind, that the better quality the photo, the better the results, and of course, the best results are achieved with professional photos :) We will pick the best type of texture within your 'mild/medium/or heavy' range.

{One last thing to remember...this is art, and it is subjective...results will vary, but we will do our VERY best professional job to ensure your satisfaction.}

Here are some examples:
Mild:

Medium:

Heavy:

And here are some great before/afters: The first one is a simple portrait from Sears, turned beautiful!
Before:

After:

This next one is just a snapshot I took when my baby first came home:
Before:

After:

As beautiful as these look on screen, remember, they look absolutely AMAZING on canvas!
Place your order here in our shop!

$5 Fridays: Custom Tags

2008-12-12T06:00:00.000-08:00

I am wrapping a lot of Christmas Presents this week, can you tell?

This week for Five Dollar ($5) Friday, I am offering a custom Monogram gift tag in your choice of colors and fonts for printing at home:) You can print them on Avery label paper (5294), or just regular cardstock.

Check them out in the shop here! Just specify which colors and fonts you want to use; also, if you want custom pantone colors, just let me know, I will be happy to oblige.

Your custom tags will be digitally delivered by Monday evening ready to print! 12 per sheet (8.5 x 11")

These will be $5 until Sunday, after that they will be $8, so order soon!

Free Template Tuesday: Holiday Labels

2008-12-09T05:00:00.000-08:00

Happy Tuesday! It snowed here today...nothing makes me feel more "Christmas-y" than a fresh blanket of snow :) Just kidding, it has already melted.

Our template this week is so fun! Holiday wrapping labels - I use them on almost any size box, I just wrap a cute ribbon around and use these labels to seal it. Super easy and super cute. I use Avery labels because they are easy to find and inexpensive.

So, here is the template to download.
And here is the font I used.

Just open in Microsoft Word and edit to your heart's desire! You can print them on Avery labels or just on regular cardstock and cut out. It prints 6 to a sheet.

(Avery Compatible Products: 5164, 5264, 5524, 8164, 8254, 8464, 48464, 55164, 58164)

Thanks for stopping by!

Focus on: Silhouettes

2008-12-01T10:41:00.001-08:00

Hello again! I just wanted to thank everyone for visiting this week...we had a great opener! To say "Thanks", I'm offering a 10% opening discount for EVERYONE! Just use the code THANKSALOT in my shop :) Tell your friends!

And don't forget, if you would like to mention Heirloom Paperie on your own blog, just comment anywhere on the blog (include your *fabulous* blog address) and I will personally send you a 20% off discount code.

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So...This is the beginning of a beautiful and informative blog. Mondays I will feature a "Focus On" section that will go into more detail about certain products; Tuesdays will be "Template Tuesdays" where I offer a FREE and fabulous template every week that you can use at your disposal (this week's is SO CUTE...Holiday Labels for wrapping.) Friday's will be "Five Dollar ($5) Fridays" where I offer a product or service for only $5! I hope you like what we are putting together over here at Heirloom Paperie, it has been so fun!

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On to the topic at hand: Silhouettes

I know you probably know this, but I LOVE silhouettes! They just take me back in time, where things seemed a little more simple and meaningful. So far, one of our best viewed products have been the digital silhouettes....basically, you provide a photo, and we do the rest. We send you a totally scalable silhouette that you can make as big or small as you want for only $35! Perfect for wall clings, personal stationary, gift tags, HUGE prints...anything!

So here are some tips on how to take a great photo for your silhouettes:

1. Stand approximately 4 feet away from your subject.

2. Get at eye level with your subject.

3. Try to have the subject stay as still as possible, and no smiles!

4. Get the subject’s entire head and hair in the photograph.

That's it! Send it to art@heirloompaperie.com

Here is a recent silhouette for my dear friend Mary, loved the cute necklace her daughter was wearing!

LET'S GET THIS PARTY STARTED!

2008-11-28T02:46:00.000-08:00

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I am SO excited to announce the grand opening of my happy little dream of a company "Heirloom Paperie." We specialize in heirloom quality creations that are "meant to mean something."

I'm Candis Ellis, lead designer and founder of Heirloom Paperie. I have been working in the corporate world as a graphic artist for the last 7 years designing everything from websites and printed materials to marketing pieces {with the occasional wedding announcement or commissioned photography session...}

It didn't take long to find what my passion was......I LOVE making beautiful things! I LOVE, love, love, photography! And I LOVE families and generations and TRUE MEANING in life. I have now combined all of my passions into this new branch of my design firm.

So...Welcome! I'm glad you are here :) Now let's get on to the goods...

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As the title suggests, this is a party!

I am offering my first wonderful customers an incentive to visit my shop, and perhaps, if you like what you see, you might mention us on your blog! Simply comment on this post with your link to your blog and I will personally send you a 20% off coupon! It's that easy! I even made a cute little widget over on my sidebar that you can use as you please----->

I will also be picking a random friend for a FREE FINE ART SILHOUETTE! These are absolutely beautiful pieces, 11x14 printed on canvas. You can customize colors and patterns, or just go for the traditional black and white.

So, after you get home from doing some Christmas shopping out in the cold today, cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate and take a little tour of our site, and stop by our shop :)

Just a warning: You will quickly find that I am not the most eloquent of writers, but I do hope that I can speak to you like an old friend, and I hope you will visit often.

I promise to keep the site and shop fresh and fun. I promise to always offer the 'best deal' possible, because, that's what we all like. I promise to get your items to you as quick as possible. And I promise that I will always do my very best to bring a smile to your face with the things I create for you!

Thanks for visiting!