Sweet Letterpress Cards from Duet Letterpress

Hi lovelies! I had such a nice relaxing vacation and hopefully you’re all enjoying the summer as well. I’m excited to get back into the swing of things but before I do I wanted to give a big, BIG thanks to my friend Tara Lee for stepping in last week while I was away.

She did a tremendous job guest posting and I’d say she’s got a future in blogging if she so chooses! I can’t get over the 1st Birthday Party that she created for Taylor and the Lost in ffffound board she put together was stunning! Also check out her post on the new J. Crew Bridal collection if you missed it.

Thanks again Tara! Kisses xoxo

Root Beer Float Cupcakes by Confessions of a Facebook Queen Via: TasteSpotting

I just wanted to quickly wish my husband a very happy birthday today!!! He’s the sweetest man I’ve ever known and I am so fortunate to have met and married him. Please join me in sending my cutie pie bountiful birthday wishes! I love you Joseph and Happy Birthday! xoxo

Back in a bit with a new Well Branded, stay tuned!

I adore these delightfully simple and ethereal images of an early garden. Sárah Goldschadt managed to make the simplest new beginnings into a beautifully optimistic and inspiring scene.

See more of Sárah’s photos on Flikr and be sure to stop by her fantastic blog – it’s a new personal favorite!

I’m signing off early this week for the long holiday weekend but before I do I wanted to thank all our sponsors and welcome our newest one, Bonbon Charms. Bonbon Charms specializes in custom handcrafted jewelry by Erica Clements of Eugene, Oregon. Her collection includes charms for necklaces, bracelets and custom pieces. Be sure sure to check out her shop for all the lovely goodies!

Also, last week I had the pleasure of being interviewed on the Fossil Life and Style Blog. Who knew Fossil had a blog?! I’d missed it somehow and was incredibly delighted and honored that they wanted to include me in their 3 Questions series.

I had a blast answering their questions and you can read my responses here. If you’ve ever wondered how Twig & Thistle got started you can find out how it all began here. I hope you’ll stop on over and see what other creative stuff they have posted. This tutorial, on how to cover pencils in paper for example, is brilliant! Have a great long weekend everyone and I’ll see you back here Tuesday!

I just wanted to take a moment to welcome and thank all of our April sponsors. We’re incredibly lucky to have such great sponsors supporting us here and they help  make Twig & Thistle a reality. Please take a moment to check them out for yourself and see what each has to offer. …Also, if you’re interested in becoming a sponsor send me a note and I can fill you in on all the details.

Smart Pretty and Awkward is an advice blog and our newest  sponsor! Updated daily with pieces of advice from the witty Molly Ford for how to be smarter, prettier, and (less) awkward. It’s incredibly charming and insightful and definitely worth reading each day for a bit of motivation. Enjoy!

Erin of The Vintage Pearl makes some of the most beautiful handmade and customized sterling silver jewelry and gifts. Her creations would be perfect for a special Mother’s Day gift. Order by April 20th for Mother’s Day delivery!

TapeSwell offers some of the most adorable packaging tape around! With tons of patterns to choose from, you’re bound to find the perfect tape to dress up the simplest of packages – make even the box a gift!

Garnish specializes in “packaging life’s moments”. Perfect for special occasions or just because, Garnish has everything you’ll need to make your gift or event memorable. They recently added my favorite wooden cutlery which are perfect for parties and picnics.

Kitty Caller The best $o.99 you’ll ever spend! Kittens that meow when you dial – adorable!

I am so excited to announce the winner of the Vintage Pearl giveaway today, but first I’d just like to say thanks to everyone that entered. This was our largest participation to date and I couldn’t be happier. I’d also like to note that each and every response was so incredibly thoughtful and sweet. It’s lovely to read such heart warming stories of personal pieces you each own. As I mentioned, one name was selected at random and another was chosen by me as my favorite. You all made it pretty difficult to select just one but alas I had to narrow it now. So, without further ado, the winners are…

Congratulations ladies, I’ll be in touch with you both soon.

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I’d also like to say a big thank you to all our Twig & Thistle sponsors. They help keep the blog running and allow me to do what I do here. Show them some love and check out what these fine merchants have to offer. …Also, if you’re interested in becoming a sponsor send me a note and I can fill you in on all the details.

Garnish Your place for all things packaging and inspiration.

Hello! Lucky One of my favorite letterpress companies of all time! Plus, don’t miss Euince’s wedding in Martha Stewart Weddings Spring issue and see more behind the scenes photos on the Hello! Lucky blog.

Tape Swell An unending supply of adorable tape. Be sure to check out their three newest patterns in the ad to the left!

The Vintage Pearl Beautiful handmade and customized jewelry

Kitty Caller The best $o.99 you’ll ever spend! Kittens that meow when you dial – adorable!

I’m happy to announce a new sponsor today, please welcome Hello! Lucky, makers of wonderful letterpress cards and stationary. I’ve been a fan of theirs since, well, just about forever! As a matter of fact, my second post on Twig & Thistle featured them as one of my top 5 letterpress design sites. Also, be sure to check out their adorable selection of Valentine’s Day cards, above are two of my favorites; they’ve got something for everyone – the romantic, the new couple, or the crush.

Just wanted to take a brief moment and say Happy Anniversary to my beloved Husband. This was the happiest day of my life and I adore you beyond words. xoxo