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Fall Tradeshow Bootcamp in DC

by Erika Firm Posted on May 9, 2013

Tradeshow Bootcamp for Stationery Show Washington DC Fall 2013 The schedule for Fall 2013 session of Tradeshow Bootcamp‘s PAPER CAMP has been released and I’m thrilled to let you know that I’ll be a counselor at the very first East Coast session this coming October in Washington, DC.

Erika Firm of Delphine speaking at Paper Camp I’ll be discussing developing a wholesale stationery product line, developing a wholesale wedding invitation album, industry standards for pricing, terms, ordering, shipping and packaging.

It’s really impossible to put into words how amazing these sessions are. If you’re looking to take your stationery business to the next level you really cannot miss this. For all the details visit Tradeshow Bootcamp. Heads up: there is a full scholarship up for grabs!

 

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Wine and Cheese

by Erika Firm Posted on November 2, 2012

wine and cheese party via delphine

 

Chilly weather is the perfect time for casual get togethers with neighbors and friends. My parents are the ultimate hosts, and they taught me to always have some cheese, wine and crackers in the kitchen, so as to be prepared for guests at any time. The tip has served me well, and I’m looking forward to lots of impromptu happy hours at my place with my neighbors this winter.

Right now I use an old wood cutting board for serving, but it’s old in a scary did-you-find-that-in-a-dumpster way, not in a that-must-be-from-a-turn-of-the-century-estate-sale kind of way. I’d love to have a fancy slate board or a pretty wood serving paddle so I can serve in style (holiday elves, are you listening?). Also on my wish list is the darling juice glass caddy from Bixby & Ball — I’d use it for dips, cornichons, and olives.

Entertaining wish list, clockwise from Crate & Barrel Slate Board / Crate & Barrel Cheese Tool Set / Northern Natives Numbered Wood Coasters via Etsy / Yummy Saxelby Cheesmongers Choice / Orange & Pear Rams Head Knife Set / Crate & Barrel Acacia tree slice serving platter / West Elm Raw Wood Board /Bixby & Ball Juice Glass Caddy

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Cutest Halloween Costumes

by Erika Firm Posted on October 30, 2012

Lizard Halloween Costume photo by Jessica Davis

I just cannot get enough of these cute little munchkins dressed up for Halloween. It’s Jessica Davis‘ favorite holiday of the year, and it really shows in her photos. This year I was chatting with her about Alexander’s costume idea, and she convinced me to make costumes for John and me, too. So I’m going to blame her for my lack of sleep as I stay up all night tonight sewing and gluing.

Strong Man Halloween Costume Photo by Jessica DavisOcean halloween Costumes Octopus Lobster and Mermaid Photo by Jessica DavisCircus performer Halloween costume Photo by Jessica DavisCowboy Halloween Costume Photo by Jessica DavisAll photos by Jessica Davis Photography.

 

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Family Halloween Costume Ideas

by Erika Firm Posted on October 9, 2012

Today our UPS delivery guy was wearing a hoodie parka with his shorts … I think it’s a sure sign that it is, indeed, Fall here in Charleston. Now that it’s Fall, the next logical thing on the mighty to do list is to think of a really clever Halloween costume.

Canadian Flag Spandex Halloween CostumeOur son is thinking about being a robot this year, and I’m trying to convince John to be a Canadian (long story), but so far we haven’t decided on anything yet. If you have any great ideas please let me know.

Pictured above, some of my favorite Halloween costume ideas: The Kid from UP, Bowl of Spaghetti, Bandit Family. 

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San Rafael | Font Geek

by Erika Firm Posted on October 1, 2012

San Rafael Font Love via DelphineCrystal Kluge has done it again! Another perfectly charming font. The San Rafael font is sorta girly, sweet, and on the casual side, but still sophisticated enough for a wedding invitation. I think it would be particularly fun for an autumn apple picking party invitation.

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Hello, October

by Erika Firm Posted on October 1, 2012

Desk Calendar by Delphine October 2012Hello, October! I’m looking forward to changing leaves, chilly evenings, and spooky sights. Wishing all of you a spooktacular month!

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Hello, September

by Erika Firm Posted on September 4, 2012

September 2012 Delphine Desk Calendar Hello, September! There’s something about Back to School season that just gets me going. I love lists, schedules, planning, and, of course, school supply shopping. There’s a lot of all that going on here in the Delphine studio this month. Let the big plans, strategy meetings, and brainstorm sessions begin.

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Wish List for my Alter Ego

by Erika Firm Posted on November 22, 2011

christmas wish list for erika's alter egoI’ve been so busy at the studio that I hardly noticed the entire Fall season swoosh by in a flash. We don’t have a television in our bedroom, so I watch a lot of HBOgo. I’m so bummed that the Bored to Death season is over already! Sidenote: I recently met a man who is a dead ringer for Ray’s character. True story … during an important, albeit impromptu, meeting he wandered away from the group to stretch. Someone asked him what he was doing stretching during an important meeting and he said, “I’m not stretching, I’m practicing my gay throw. If I just move your hand like this I can look gay, but I have to practice.” Ummmmm, no words.

Inspired by Jonathan on Bored to Death, here are some goodies my alter-ego would love: No. 1 Versace for H&M leather studded jacket   No. 2 Duotone glasses from Warby Parker   No. 3  Shiny & bright orange rain boots from Cole Haan   No. 4 Nearly neon ring from Pomeletto    No. 5 Skinny cords with zippers à la 1985 from Anthropologie   No. 6 Shiny green-blue “henley regatta” Butter nail polish    No. 7  A faux leopard trapper hat (J. Crew) to keep my ears warm.

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November 2011

by Erika Firm Posted on November 2, 2011

November 2011 Desk Calendar by DelphineWelcome, November. Welcome, chilly mornings & cozy evenings by the fire. Welcome, turkey, welcome family time.

//photo and 2011 calendar and letterpress yellow bird note card by Delphine.

 

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Hot Air Balloons

by Erika Firm Posted on October 18, 2011

blue sky day hot air balloonTuesdays are photo shoot days. It’s such a great break from sitting at the computer all day. But booooo, it’s cloudy and icky this morning, so I’m not sure how much shooting we’ll get to do. Wishing it was a blue sky day, like last Sunday, when we went to the pumpkin patch near Rancho Santa Fe, California and were surprised to see hot air balloons launching in the field next to the pumpkin patch parking lot. The pink one actually hit our car as it was filling up!

pumpkin patch balloons

neon hot air balloonsDon’t you love the neon pink balloon? The color combo of neon pink with bright yellow, hot red and black is so cool.

//photos by Erika Firm

 

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October 2011

by Erika Firm Posted on October 3, 2011

October 2011 desktop calendar

Welcome, October. Welcome, yummy, crunchy local apple season. Candy corn season. Glow sticks, pumpkins and silly costume season.

//photo and 2011 calendar and letterpress dragonfly card by Delphine.

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sweetest treat of the fall season: candy corn

by Erika Firm Posted on September 29, 2011

candy corn brachs packagingThis morning while fixing breakfast for my son I wore a sweater over my pjs … it’s officially Fall in my book, now. One thing that I look forward to each year is the return of Brach’s candy corn to the store shelves (and my belly).

I’m not too crazy about the new packaging. It’s not that it isn’t well designed … I like the layout just fine (and you know I’m a big fan of white space). I think candy corn is one of those nostalgic childhood memory type things … I miss the old packaging. Does that make me old?

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September 2011

by Erika Firm Posted on September 6, 2011

Calendar by Delphine September 2011It’s September. It’s back to school time. Back to regular schedules, bedtimes, carpool … blech! I’m in denial, hence the tardiness of this Welcome September 2011 post. I sincerely wish summer could last all year, don’t you?

//photo and 2011 calendar and letterpress owl card by Delphine.

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Swirls Wedding Invitation featured in Weddings by The Ritz-Carlton

by Erika Firm Posted on July 1, 2011

Delphine featured in Weddings by The Ritz Carlton Fall 2011Swirls Wedding invitation by Delphine featured in Weddings by The Ritz-Carlton 2011Who wouldn’t want to get married at The Ritz-Carlton? Known for their superb service, The Ritz is a fabulous spot to get married, everyone here at the Delphine studio agrees!

We’re thrilled to report that our Swirls letterpress wedding invitation July – December 2011 issue of Weddings by The Ritz-Carlton. The whole issue is available to scour online. Enjoy … it’s a beauty; and check us out on page 52 while you’re at it.

 

 

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Thanksgiving

by Erika Firm Posted on November 25, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving, dear readers. Thanks for following along with me this year. I truly appreciate your support. Hope you have a fantastic Turkey Day!!!  xoxoxo — Erika

Photo of the Delphine Thanksgiving dinner table by Erika Firm.

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