THOUGHTS ON HOLIDAY CARD TRENDS FOR 2015

MERRY LESS IS MORE!

I've been so perplexed by trends in Holiday cards these past few years.  Forgive me for being so blunt but aren't a lot of them looking a bit, um, BUSY ? 

 Most of us follow each other on instagram and we're lucky enough to see what our children and pets are up to, pretty much on the regular.  My goal this year is to make your card stand out from the sea of mass produced cards with a zillion photos that kind of end up looking like your facebook wall,  #busy #help !! 

Remember, we have been in business for almost 14 years. My design background with Ralph Lauren and Celine will NEVER leave my soul. When coming up with concepts for this Holiday, I just wanted to be able to breathe.   How nice is it to appreciate an actual photograph, enhance it with some design, color and that little something to make every card special ?

This year, we would LOVE to declare a return to classic, simple, chic Holiday cards.  Of course we've added our own little signature 'twist'.  We hope you like them as much as we do. For the full line of cards please visit www.PRETTYPRINTING.com
Merry + Happy everything !!

Happy Fall Y'all!  Did you miss us ?

 So it's been a long long time since we've blogged !  Really, does anyone read these posts ?

I am told that YES, you actually do and you'd like to hear from us, so here goes.

Pretty Printing is so so special to me.  So many things inspire me when I design, and designing is simply what I LOVE to do most.  Whether it's a scarf I buy, the knit on a sweater my 8 year old daughter is wearing, or something that jumps out at me from a magazine.  I love combining my love for fashion and design and making it come to life with anything from a phone case to a holiday card.  My latest obsession this Fall is PLAID.  Take a look at our lumberjack plaid phone case.  It's absolutely DARLING, don't ya think ?

Lumberjack plaid phone case in Green/Navy

Our friends and family event ends tonight, October 18th.  I would LOVE to extend the event however we need to be able to fulfill your orders in a timely manner.

TOP 5 TIPS FOR FAB HOLIDAY CARDS !

TOP 5 TIPS FOR HOLIDAY CARDS - by Pretty Printing

Oh Babyyyyyyy !

So we've been getting a ton of requests for Photo Birth Announcements. It's a trend I never thought I'd love but I have to say, done properly it can be both fabulous and tasteful Take a look at some of our new Photo Announcements.

Cyber Monday at PRETTYPRINTING.com

Cheers !

'Tis the season, let the holiday fete's begin !
Suggested by some of our best customers, Bottle Tags.
Going to a party, put one on a bottle and you have a chic housewarming gift.
Better yet, buy a package for the host or hostess and give them as your gift !
We are starting with a small collection but will be adding new styles after the New Year.
So far the response has been Stellar.
Cheers !

Thank you Teacher !!!

Hi everyone...
The end of the school year is upon us.
Many of you have contacted us re. Teacher's Gifts : )
Following are some promotional items we are offering if you order now (before it's get crazyyyy here at pretty p) !!

-Fashionista or Teacher's Pet Notecard set - (set of 12) - $10
-Personlized Lattice notecard set (set of 25) - $30 or (set of 50) $55
-Classic Monogramed notecards (set of 25) - $25 or (set of 50) $45

These gifts are ALWAYS a winner and sooooo appreciated by Teacher's b/c they can actually USE them !
Also, as a small company we keep track of Teacher's names so NO ONE duplicates a gift to the same teacher !
If you'd like to see pics of these styles please click on the link below. (look for styles flagged SPECIAL PRICING THRU JUNE 1st).
You can order via the site or simply email me back with details and or list of Teacher's names.
Promotional pricing is on the site, enter code FREESHIP at checkout, since we're feeling generous : )

http://www.prettyprinting.com/asccustompages/products.asp?backlink=1&page=1&categoryid=22

Mother's Day is May 9th !

MOTHER'S DAY is May 9th - Why not give her personalized stationery, it's chic, thoughtful and always a huge hit ! Enter code MOTHER at checkout for 20% off - vaild only thru Fri 4/23...
Our notecards with pretty printing's latest patterns and designs have been featured in several magazines and web-editorials. They are a 'must have' amongst stylish women everywhere. Don't miss out on the 20% off offer, we don't do it often !!!
Happy Shopping !!!

Bye Bye Boots...

Spring is in the air (at least for the moment). After a long cold winter in the Northeast, We are soooooo over boots and ready for espadrilles and jack rogers ! Check out our adorable footwear inspired notecards and return address labels. They make great gifts for friends birthdays, Mother's Day etc...We are offering 20% off our footwear notecards/labels for the month of March. Prices reflected on our site (no code necessary). Here's to pretty spring footwear, just don't forget your pedicures ! xoxo

We heart Anchors..................

Check out this blog below. Kate is an adorable, anchor loving blogger who was nice enough to do a post on PRETTY PRINTING !! We also participated in a giveaway with her readers. Anchor labels to one of her lucky followers are on the way !
Have a pretty day...
xo...cFl

http://www.nauticalbynatureblog.com/2010/01/pretty-printing-giveaway.html

I HEART RED SOLES...

So, the Holiday season has come to an end. I hope everyone got everything they wished for and then some. 2009 is now a memory and we look forward to a bright 2010. So maybe this year did not bring us EVERY gift we asked Santa for....we took matters into our own hands. Red soles make us happy and these fabulously, chic notecards make us even happier! I always say, stationery should speak volumes about your personality. What better way to say, 'I am fierce' than with our newest notecards, 'I heart red soles' !
Enjoy ! Have a Pretty New Year !
xoxo...CF

Just in the Nick of Time...

It's official...we delivered our last holiday card order today...
Hip Hip Hooray !! What an amazing holiday card season !
We did quadruple the number of cards this year vs. last.
An accomplishment of which I am super proud.
Thanks to all my amazing customers with beautiful children and families
for making my cards so special this year.
Nothing makes me happier than our happy customers !
Thank you also to my little elves, Georgia, Kelly and even Luke and Kenzie for inspiring me
tocreate and design, every day...
Have a Merry & Pretty Christmas...
xo...
CLF

HOLIDAY CARD MANIA !!!

It is holiday card mania here at pretty p !!
Thought I'd take a moment and show you some of my fave cards so far this year.
While our stripes are always the most popular, I'm sort of obsessed with all things lattice this year.
Simple lattice is a big hit with all our customers as well.
Still have not decided what to use for my own personal card...have the pic though, thanks to photo-shop : )
Enjoy this holiday season everyone, make it a pretty one!
xoxo...CLF

Check us out on Momtrends...

My former colleague at Ralph Lauren has an amazing blog. She is truly talented, has great taste and is an all around great girl. She has been nice enough, since she started her inspiring blog to feature me. Check out her blog for all things 'Mom'.
There are amazing contests, giveaways, and special offers only for her readers.
If Nicole has her eye on something, I guarantee it's pretty fabulous!

http://momtrends.blogspot.com/2009/11/saturday-deal-round-up-1121.html

Holiday Card Press......

The annual who-has-the-best-holiday-card race is on. At Pretty Printing, our “exclusive card concept” guarantees our customers cross the finish line with an utterly original card. Every customer gets an exclusive card for their zip code. No duplications, no competition. The spot on a mantel is guaranteed for your card, and your card only.

Inspiration for the “exclusive card concept” is rooted in owner Connie Feiner’s background as a former buyer for Bergdorf Goodman and Ralph Lauren. “No one wants to show up for a holiday party in the same dress,” explains Connie. “Why would you want a holiday card that looks just like your neighbors?”

The Pretty Printing 2009 Holiday Collection offers a wide range of simple, stylish designs sure to please discriminating customers. All orders can be customized in color and design and when the last stamp is licked, customers know that the card they mailed is uniquely theirs.

Visit prettyprinting.com for selections from our collection and see why Real Simple and lifestyle website PopSugar voted Pretty Printing one of the best holiday card sites on the web.

Pretty Printing also makes gift giving easy, offering an assortment of chic and cheerful items at the alluring price point of $25. Look to us for teacher gifts, stocking stuffers and desk calendars.

Welcome to my blog : )

Hi everyone ! Welcome to my blog. I thought this would be a great way to communicate with my customers about special offers/discounts, new products, and all things pretty printing !
I'd also love to share info with you on 'things i can't live without' from all over the web !
We will be running a contest every month with fabulous giveaways !
Stay tuned, we have a feeling this is going to be a lot of fun : )
xo...pretty printer