February 9th, 2016
It’s almost February 14th which means time for more dinner reservations and gift giving to celebrate the loves in your life. We have been inspired by the rich berry and blush tones of our stationery that we decided to compile this short list of our most favorite (Nashville!) Valentine’s gifts to give to your sweet Gal-entine, little darling or drop a not-so-subtle hint in the inbox of the honey in your life!
Paper- One of our newer prints (a favorite of ours!!) is our “Darling Print” followed by our matching “I Love You” delicately and brightly watercolored. Shop more custom stationery here. Check out our Instagram for Valentine stationery specials this week!
Tee- With the addition of Reese Witherspoon’s flagship/clothing store, Draper James, to the 12South Nashville area, this adorable “Keep It Pretty Please” tee makes the perfect (and unmistakably southern!) Valentine’s Day statement. Tuck this in with your favorite skirt or wear it casually with a pair of jeans, and you’ll be ready for a night on the Nashville town.
Baby- For the mommas in Nashville, we highly recommend visiting Magpies Nashville to find a one of a kind treat! Whether you’re looking for the coolest tote, softest blanket or most adorable outfit for your babes, Magpies has the sweetest selection in town.
Table- Isn’t this the best salt and pepper cellar you’ve ever seen? February is all for the ‘love birds,’ and this dainty addition to your kitchen table will have any guests swooning. Handmade Studios TN has some of the most delicate and unique pieces for hosting special occasions.
Jewelry- A local Nashville jewelry company, Consider the Wldflwrs, creates simple and elegant pieces that are perfect for any occasion. For this season, we love their double chained bar tag necklace in rose gold, adding a little blush to any outfit or date night.
Sweets- We all need a little chocolate love on February 14th, and our favorite chocolatier, Olive and Sinclair, offers us a perfect southern rendition of white chocolate, buttermilk and these cherry bombs!
Have a happy Valentine’s day! X’s and O’s from EOH Blog!
February 1st, 2016
The Manuel/Cunningham family is quite dear to our hearts, and every bit of their wedding was fresh, breathtaking, and part of an even bigger picture—an invitation to truly celebrate love. You know those families who make you want to be a part of their Instagram photos, be at their dinner table, and want to have their incredibly good-looking genes? Well, this is one of those families. The Manuel’s love for one another is so tremendous, so specific. They go above and beyond to make each moment and person feel truly special, and we were (and are) inspired by their love for one another and their celebration of Amy and Jamie. Truly, Amy and Jamie have an ease and joy that is contagious to be around, and we are so thankful to have been a part of their special day, photographed by the talented Brandon Chesbro at the oh-so-beautiful and idyllic Mint Springs Farm.
The (Happy!) Couple: Jamie and Amy Cunningham (or AMJAM as we’re lovingly known 😉 )
Wedding Date: August 16, 2015
Location: Mint Springs Farm, Nashville, TN
Tell us your story. We met about 5 years ago through mutual friends. Our relationship wasn’t immediate, but we continued to cross paths over the years. We finally reconnected April of 2014, and it didn’t take long for us to realize we had something special. Quickly our hearts connected, as did our love.
Pick three words you would use to describe your wedding. Magical, relaxed, celebration
We love your style! Tell us a little bit about your aesthetic… I wanted our wedding to feel timeless. My style, in general, is mostly neutral colors, and I wanted the colors of the wedding to be neutral, classy, and full of life by adding greenery to as much as possible. In addition to nude/ blush tones and greenery, I added a pop of gold to many details of the wedding. The bridesmaid dresses were a perfect depiction of the neutral and gold hues. They were one of my favorite finds and looked absolutely stunning on all the bridesmaids.
What was your very favorite detail from the day? Is it acceptable to say that they were all my favorite? ha! It’s truly hard to choose, but I can say that the flowers were definitely one of my favorites. They were amazing (and they really were! Just look here!).
One thing you wish you would’ve know before you started wedding planning… I wish I had known how many options there were in every category of wedding planning! That being said, it took me a while to sit down and figure out what it was I really wanted. I wish I done more research beforehand, however, I am thrilled with how everything turned out!
Tell us why you love EOH custom paper lovelies! Working with Emily and Wade on creating our wedding suite and programs was one my favorite parts of planning. Emily is not only wonderful at bringing ideas to paper, but her artistic talents made our invitations truly stunning. She went over and beyond and made my vision even greater than I had imagined. Emily is incredible.
Anything else you’d like to tell us?! We’d love to hear! We received countless compliments on our wedding invitations from guests, which is just another testament to Emily’s exceptional work. I would absolutely choose to work with EOH on any and all custom paper designs in the future!
We want to thank the Manuel and Cunningham family for letting us be a part of the paper but also a part of their lives. There are no words to express how sweet it is to have walked through many years of life with a family (through ups, downs, lefts, rights, you name it), and then get to sit in the pew of their jaw-dropping, rain-stopping, sun-setting ceremony and see the blessing of family and love. Mint Springs Farm was full of warmth and glory that day. It give me shivers thinking about it just now. Thank you Amy; thank you Renee, thank you Al; thank you Jamie (Ashley, Justin, Austin, Kaela, Alysse, and Andrew) for loving Wade and me over the years. Thank you for allowing us to feel a tiny part of your dinner table that day, and thank you for your support and intentional care throughout the years. We are honored to know you and be known by you. Thank you for being an example of a family that loves hard and fights hard for each other’s best. We love you!
DRESS The Bride Room // ACCESSORIES Etsy // SHOES Nisolo / ALDO // VENUE Mint Springs Farm // PHOTOGRAPHY Brandon Chesbro // VIDEOGRAPHY Cardboard Films // WEDDING PLANNER Angela Wilkes // PAPER EOH (!!!!) // FLOWERS Angela Wilkes // CATERER Chef Penelope Catering // CAKE Desserts by Vicki // BRIDESMAIDS ASOS // GROOMSMEN Black Lapel and The Tie Bar // MAKE UP Something Borrowed, Something Blue
January 18th, 2016
Hey everyone! This is Paige Woods, Emily O. Holmes’s Social Media Coordinator, and welcome back to EOH Blog! I am so excited for this new year, and as I was thinking through posts for this upcoming season, I wanted to share with you all my thoughts and resolutions for the road ahead. Working for a paper company grounds me in tradition and intentionality. Forming this post, I thought of our craft and business, setting goals for the creative spirit and small business owner. Looking forward to the posts ahead!
Every year, EOH takes a moment to pause, breathe, reflect, and aspire to new places. This was a year full of change and busyness, and although we love the hustle and bustle of the holidays, we are thankful to approach this year with a fresh pair of eyes and rest, which only relaxation and time can bring. When I personally sat down to write resolutions for the new year, I tried to think about big ideas, lists, and charts to help set me up for personal successful. But then I realized, personal success does not necessarily come without process. Processing is essential for progress; progress, as a word, entails a movement toward a goal or to a further or higher stage. However, progress means the goal actually hasn’t been reached. Truly, New Year’s Resolutions are ideas in progress and effort towards a better you + world around you.
Therefore, here are personal resolutions—some that take process and patience—which will bring peace and growth to both you + your community in the new year.
1. Slow down- One of the things I personally struggle with is maintaining the balance between the packed, busy-bee schedule and room for just hanging out, breathing, and relaxing. As a post-grad adult, no longer bound to a student schedule, I feel the need to just pause, look around, see the needs of the day, and only dive into what is in front of me. Although I do believe in planning in advance, I try to look only for my daily portion and not hoard or take on more than I can handle. Each day will come with it’s own issues, so for a moment, breathe and slow down.
2. Take more walks- I realize that I remain stationary for most of my day. I typically am sitting down for my job whether learning, designing, or writing emails and posts. Sometimes, I need to get out of my house though to just breathe some fresh air and take a look around my neighborhood. Whether you’re in Nashville and venture to one of the many Edwin or Percy Warner Parks or even Radnor Lake or walking around New York City’s High Line in Chelsea, look around and soak in your environment. You were meant to be in this place in this season at this time, and it is important to take it all in. Also, walking sometimes clears your head more than a good Netflix show anyways.
3. Make more home cooked meals- Pinterest is my best friend for this resolution. I wish I could say I was a natural cook, but I really need more innovative, creative ideas for my three meals a day. Instead of going out all the time, I vow to seriously devote my time and effort to achieving a good home cooked meal. There really is nothing like gathering around the table of your home with your family or good friends, laughing and conversing about the day or deepest thoughts. I truly believe that home cooked meals only breed more thoughtful friendships and memories.
4. Learn something new- Last year, I pledged myself to learning how to play the guitar. I am not quite sure when this newfound musical interest will be pursued, but I know I will pick it up during this year. I never want to stop learning or growing, and I always want to expand my interests and skills. Can you think of something you have always wanted to do but fear, time, or lack of experience has stopped you? Maybe you could pick up calligraphy, blogging, running, or even book-binding? Look into your local community center, church, or YMCA for ideas of new things to learn!
5. Write everyday- Whether this is journaling, essay-writing, or even forming the next great American novel, it is important to document your days and observe your growth throughout the year. One of the things I look forward in December is grabbing my old journal and paging through each entry. Faith and growth can only be measured by looking back, and by writing everyday, you stimulate and reflect on your thoughts.
With these resolutions in mind, we, here at EOH, hope you have the happiest 2016! We look forward to slowing down, starting fresh, and moving forward with you in the new year!
Photos Courtesy of Jocelyn Youngdahl & Madding McFadden
