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Click on the link above to access four fun and festive Thanksgiving Place Cards! Enjoy these FREE Thanksgiving Place Cards (created by yours truly). They will look perfect on any Thanksgiving table so simply download, print and enjoy! I will be making more FREE Holiday downloadables in the weeks to follow. WIN a free set of stationery from my Etsy shop
simply by commenting on this post and telling me what kind of downloadables you would like to see (it doesn’t have to be Holiday related) Winners will be announced October 15th!

Please note, these place cards are designed to be folded and stand “tent-style” on the table.
For personal use only. Copyright Cami’s Paperie, LLC. No unauthorized altering or selling of this design.

I was (and am!) very excited and honored to be asked to create the name tags and inserts for the First Family and a host of Hollywood celebrities for a very special event for the Arts Coalition. Now Cami’s Paperie clients can count themselves among world leaders and Hollywood celebrities! Each tag was created using three layers of shimmery metallic cardstock, then set with a pewter grommet. For the inserts, the swirl is a separate layer of paper which was cut on a die cut machine.

One of the things I love most about my job is that I get to meet some very, very wonderful people. Without a doubt, Viviana ranks high up there on the wonderful list. She and I hit if off about two seconds after we met. I went to see Viviana and her mom, Berta, on a day when we were having a blizzard here in Virginia. When I arrived, the snow had just started. Luckily, Vivi lives close to my studio so I wasn’t too worried. When I left, the snow was almost a foot and falling fast. Funny thing is, we never noticed and the time flew by. We were too busy laughing and carrying on to worry about such things as how I was actually going to get home safely.

As I began working with Vivi and her mom, I got to see firsthand just how strong the bond is between them. They love each other so very much and what’s so sweet is that neither of them takes the other for granted.

I feel so lucky that Vivi hired me to do her invitations. Not only did I get to work with a wonderful client, but I made a new friend

Here are the pretty pics! Click on them for a larger view.

1. Have dinner ready: Plan ahead, even the night before, to have a delicious meal on time.

This is a way of letting him know that you have been thinking about him, and are concerned about his needs. Most men are hungry when they come home and the prospects of a good meal are part of the warm welcome needed.

2. Prepare yourself: Take 15 minutes to rest so you will be refreshed when he arrives. Touch up your make-up, put a ribbon in your hair and be fresh looking.
He has just been with a lot of work- weary people. Be a little gay and a little more interesting. His boring day may need a lift.

3. Clear away the clutter. Make one last trip through the main part of the house just before your husband arrives, gathering up school books, toys, paper, etc. Then run a dust cloth over the tables.
Your husband will feel he has reached a haven of rest and order, and it will give you a lift, too.

4. Prepare the children: Take a few minutes to wash the children’s hands and faces if they are small, comb their hair, and if necessary, change their clothes.
They are little treasures and he would like to see them playing the part.

5. Minimize the noise: At the time of his arrival, eliminate all noise of washer, dryer, dishwasher or vacuum. Try to encourage the children to be quiet.
Be happy to see him. Greet him with a warm smile and be glad to see him.

6. Things to avoid: Don’t greet him with problems or complaints. Don’t complain if he’s late for dinner.
Count this as minor compared with what he might have gone through that day.

7. Make him comfortable: Have him lean back in a comfortable chair or suggest he lie down in the bedroom. Have a cool or warm drink ready for him. Arrange his pillow and offer to take off his shoes.
Speak in a low, soft, soothing and pleasant voice. Allow him to relax and unwind.

8. Listen to him: You may have a dozen things to tell him, but the moment of his arrival is not the time. Let him talk first.

9. Make the evening his: Never complain if he does not take you out to dinner or to other places of entertainment; instead, try to understand his world of strain and pressure, his need to be home and relax.

10. The goal: Try to make your home a place of peace and order where your husband can relax.

Wow. I find every single one of these absolutely hilarious beyond measure. I keep reading them and laughing harder every time. Enjoy )

Oh my gosh. I looooooove these. I want these. I wish I had all of these beautiful pieces of jewelry from Madame Fortuna. Here’s the deal: The amazing Madame (a.k.a Allison) will CUSTOMIZE (that’s right, customize!) jewelry for your bridal party based on descriptions of your attendants! Whether it’s a necklace or a bracelet, what a wonderful way to show your attendants how much you appreciate them and love them. (Don’t forget to get a little present for yourself, too!)

I realize that not everyone is a font lover like me, but check this out: A fascinating look at Hatch Show Print, a 130 year-old working letterpress shop (established in 1879) in Nashville, Tennessee.

This is so funny…and true. Click here and make sure you read the captions.

Now this is perfect. I can’t think of a better way to personalize your envelopes than with this wonderful hand-carved stamp! I just love it. And at only $40, that’s a steal. Not only perfect for newleyweds, but perfect for ANY couple! Love it! I can’t wait to get mine! Get yours here from Etsy seller Lilimandrill

Here’s the first of many more how-to Cami’s videos to come! Check out how to make your very own origami kimono. Great for cards, kids crafts or giving to your favorite kimono wearing friend. Enjoy and be sure to rate!

I love Nikki and Neal. They were fabulous and super fun to work with. Read about their amazing wedding celebration in New Orleans here!

photo credit: Joellynn Jones Photography