A Penny for Your Thoughts | Sam + Landon | 08.26.23

A Penny for Your Thoughts | Sam + Landon | 08.26.23

Custom wedding invitation suite flat lay styled with florals, wooden trays, ornamented pieces.

Sometimes, a client’s dream wedding turns into our dream wedding! The moment our sweet couple, Sam and Landon, asked White Ink to take part in elevating their Country Music Hall of Fame wedding details, I realized that this wedding was going to be incredibly memorable for our team. And indeed, it was! We had the honor of helping to showcase Sam and Landon’s style with purpose and authenticity. I think you’re going to like this!

For starters, our couple’s wedding suite embraced a style that was bold and uniquely “Nashville.” I love the sharpness of the invite, complete with a heavy stock, wedding paper and letter pressed font.

Back of custom invitation listing wedding details.
Invitation envelope with custom artwork liner.

Take a moment to soak in the amazing work of the talented Katie Kime! She provided the custom artwork on the envelope liners which depict iconic Nashville favorites like Jonny and June, The Loveless Cafe, The Country Music Hall of Fame, and even the “Batman Building.” Details like this truly set the tone for your wedding guests. Love it!

Custom calligraphed envelope with vintage postage and sitting on top of wooden tray.

Sam and Landon’s save-the-date boasted the same polished look as the invitation suite including the letter pressed font and print of the Country Music Hall of Fame. (Side note: I can never get enough of how beautiful the vintage postage is!)

Smiling bride looking down at her train.
Groom looking down adjusting cufflinks.
Custom wedding welcome sign.

This wedding welcome sign spoke volumes and was a complete showstopper. From the texture to the font to the overall framing of the display, this piece was impressive to say the least.

Wedding program.
Wedding program and custom bottled water.

Simplicity goes a long way with these program details. A gentle font and color against a soft white paper was perfectly inviting for Sam and Landon’s guests. I love getting a peep of little details that are laced throughout the day like the cute little wedding bells on this custom water bottle. The same wedding bell print that we used for the wedding details card in the invitation suite.

Wedding party and guests at outdoor ceremony venue with Nashville skyline in the background.
Seating chart wall displaying oval, tasseled escort cards.

I am so happy to show off what my team created for Sam and Landon’s seating chart! Putting this seating chart wall together on site was an accomplishment. One that I adore! The sleek oval escort cards with hanging tassels were just so beautiful to see. This display wowed the guests and was yet another reflection of Sam and Landon’s elegant style.

Seating chart wall displaying oval, tasseled escort cards.
Seating chart wall displaying oval, tasseled escort cards. Styled with florals.
Laser-cut bar displayed with custom cocktail napkins, custom cocktail stirrers, and cocktails.
Laser-cut bar sign.

For cocktail hour, we rolled up our sleeves to do one of our favorite things- custom laser-cuts! We designed several table signs to add to the uniqueness of our couple’s unforgettable day. I love how this turned out and how well it fit into the style of the entire event.

Wooden laser-cut bar signage.
Table displaying custom cocktail napkins, laser-cut drink sign, and custom drink stirrers.

It’s the custom cocktail stirrers for me! These little guys were so fun to make. The “H” initial stands out so perfectly along with the date. This is a great example of a small detail that packs a huge punch. It’s things like this that your guests never forget!

Stack of custom cocktail napkins with print of dog and wedding details.

Can we all take a moment to appreciate how adorable Sam and Landon’s pup looks printed on these custom cocktail napkins? Cocktail hour is a great opportunity to pull in really special details of our lives- like pets! I could look at this face all day!

Table displaying custom cocktail napkins, laser-cut drink sign, and custom drink stirrers.
Wooden, laser-cut table signage.
Basket of blank letters with penny attached to the tops.
Basket of written letters with penny attached to tops. Laser-cut wooden table sign.

Guests took the time to share their best advice on marriage and give well wishes as Sam and Landon created a space for “A penny for your thoughts.” This was a fun and clever way to include each guest as well as receive some welcomed advice from their closest friends and family! We were happy to be included by creating yet another one-of-a-kind laser-cut custom table sign.

Formal dining tablescape display.
Wooden, laser-cut table number sign on table with candles and florals.
Wooden, laser-cut table number sign on table with candles.

The custom signage was carried throughout the reception. Doing this can truly elevate the theme and help carry the tone of a room. The arched table numbers worked perfectly with the delicate tablescapes, and their texture offered a wonderful balance to the vibrant florals all around. Such an incredibly impressive look!

Formal wedding reception venue set up with formal table set ups and hanging floral chandelier.

Sidenote: I still think about this floral chandelier more often than I care to admit. I mean, wow! This was such a stunning wedding in so many ways.

Custom reception menu and escort card displayed on formal dining table set.

White Ink designed Sam and Landon’s reception menus which fit perfectly on top of the custom laser-cut settings we created as well! The gold wax seal to top the menu pulled this entire place setting together with the added bonus of the matching table numbers and table signage throughout. When it comes to lacing details throughout an event, THIS is how it’s done.

Basket of burgers, fries, and condiments with card detail.

Peep the cute wedding bell prints making another appearance! This time, at the end of the night when guests were offered a yummy snack of burgers and fries. From invitation suite to burger box, this wedding bell print fit right in!

table number signs with photos of bride and groom at matching ages.

I don’t want to wrap up without showing you guys a couple of the day-before details that White Ink did for Sam and Landon’s Wedding Welcome Party. Wedding parties and wedding rehearsal dinners are the perfect time to have fun with details and create a more intimate tone.

Sam and Landon wanted us to create table numbers for the welcome party that included pictures of them being the same age as the number on the sign. As you can see above, here are Sam and Landon at ages 7 and 8. Is this not the sweetest thing ever? It meant a lot to be able to provide these special table numbers for them!

A few more day-before details for Sam and Landon’s wedding welcome party. Getting to create items like their seating chart and the most adorable little matchboxes for the guests to take along with them was an honor. Putting in the extra effort in these more intimate settings really shows those closest to you that they are appreciated and that you were thinking of them. And that’s just a really special thing!

Bride and Groom embrace in a kiss in front of a wall of records.

To the happy couple, we hope you enjoy lots of love and adventure, and continue soaking in all the finer details around you- and that’s our wish for you! Cheers!

Check out the vendors who helped make this wedding a masterpiece.
Venue: Country Music Hall of Fame
Planner: Elizabeth A. Wright Events
Photography: Garrett Richardson
Flat-Lay, Invitation Suite Photography: Peterson Design & Photography
Florals: Mary Love Richardson, Rosemary & Finch
Calligraphy: White Ink Calligraphy
Envelope Liner Artwork: Katie Kime
Rentals: Please Be Seated
Lighting: Renowned Event Designs
Bridal Dress: Rita Vinieris
Groom Suite: Eric Alder Clothing

Planting the Seed | Morgan + Tommy | 6.24.23

Planting the Seed | Morgan + Tommy | 6.24.23

Every moment of planning with this sweet couple was a true joy for all of us at White Ink. Morgan and Tommy chose an incredible balance of boldness and gentleness throughout their wedding details making this wedding unforgettable for all in attendance. I love getting to show you all events where there is no shortage of details that aim to inspire. Enjoy!

Wedding bouquet in focus with bride and groom in the background.
Invitation suite of envelope, invite, vellum wrap, rsvp and details cards.

Morgan and Tommy’s invitation suites delicately showcased a beautiful lavender color and theme- a detail that was laced throughout the entire ceremony and reception! The letterpress work on the card stock paper was beautifully done by our friends at Clover Calligraphy Co. who always do impressive work! A soft lavender hue was chosen for the envelopes in addition to the vellum envelope liners with a dainty tuber rose print. I also want to point to the pressed flowers in the custom wax seals! Is this not the dreamiest invitation suite?

Invitation suite with lavender stems beside it.

If you look closely at the details card from our bride and groom’s invitation suite, you can see that this textured card is actually seed paper! The cards were infused with wildflower seeds so that wherever guests planted their cards, wildflowers would grow! Talk about a memorable detail!

Outdoor frosted acrylic wedding welcome sign on easel.

The wedding welcome sign was done in a frosted acrylic. It really brought me back to the invitation suite details as guests could see the same custom monogram from the invite as well as the beautiful tuber rose print on the vellum envelope liner. Connecting details throughout an event, especially a wedding, can easily elevate your special day.

Outdoor frosted acrylic wedding welcome sign on easel with flower arrangement in front.
Outdoor wedding seating area under tree canopy.
Outdoor frosted acrylic wedding welcome sign on easel.
Ceremony programs with wooden handles styled with flower and lavender and lavender seeds.

A very thoughtful detail that Morgan and Tommy added to their June wedding was letting us create these adorable fan programs which, of course, included the stunning lavender color theme and floral prints that blanketed the details of their wedding. This is a perfect example of making parts of your ceremony details functional for your guests while maintaining a delicate theme.

Escort card display with escort cards placed inside wooden boxes on wooden shelving decorated in florals and greenery.

Alright you guys, it’s time to talk about this stunning, garden-party inspired seating chart! Guests could find their escort cards in these adorable little wooden garden boxes that were appropriately filled with gorgeous florals and greenery. One of the sweetest seating charts I’ve been honored to take part in.

Engraved wooden bar sign on top of bar with prepared drink and small flower arrangment.

Among all of the delicate designs of the day, Morgan and Tommy still maintained a wonderful balance of boldness, like this one-of-a-kind bourbon bar. We got to create this awesome, laser-engraved, wooden bourbon bar sign which matched incredibly well with the rustic look they wanted for this setting. I’m really proud of how great this sign turned out. It made for a great conversation piece among guests too!

frosted acrylic cocktail signage with spot calligraphy.

White Ink also created the custom cocktail sign using the same frosted acrylic as the wedding welcome sign. Yes to matching signage!

frosted acrylic table number, placecards, and escort cards. Styled with florals and lavender.

The table signage, place cards, and escort cards were not left out of this lavender inspired theme. Look at how well all of the finer details fit together! I’m obsessed. Notice more of the tuber rose print throughout.

Reception Menus in lavender topped with wax seals.

I loved getting to create these summer-perfect, lavender-inspired menus for Morgan and Tommy’s reception. Does the wax seal look familiar? It’s the same custom wax seal with pressed flowers that sealed the guests’ invitation suites! These looked so amazing among the beautiful tablescapes.

I am so proud of the work we were able to accomplish for Morgan and Tommy! This summer wedding was one for the books and certainly one I will remember for years to come. When it comes to summer wedding inspiration, I guess you could say, this couple has planted the seed! Cheers!

Bride and groom walking along on path among plants and flowers with cottage in the background.
black and white image of bride and groom walking together along outside path.

Venue: Long Hollow Gardens
Planning: Modern Vintage Events
Photography: Nathan Westerfield
Florals: Vintage Florals, Mellissa Broadwell
Calligraphy: White Ink Calligraphy
Invitation Letterpress: Clover Calligraphy Co.
Stylist: Read Event House
Custom Garden Boxes: Custom Goodner, Tom Goodner

“Forever Grateful” | Neeka + Nick | 9.11.21 

“Forever Grateful” | Neeka + Nick | 9.11.21 

Every once in a while, our team at White Ink gets to be a part of some incredibly unique projects for our amazing brides and grooms. Neeka and Nick asked us to be a part of making their dream wedding stand out in a way we will always remember.  

This Chicago couple came down to Twin Falls at Rock Island Tennessee State Park to say, “I do”. We are so happy they did, because this wedding day definitely made its mark on our hearts!  

After an unforgettable ceremony held in front of a WATERFALL, this sweet pair celebrated their nuptials with friends and family in an intimate reception at the lovely Cookeville Estate.  

White Ink was happy to customize their mirrored wedding welcome sign that greeted each guest with the lettering “And so, our adventure begins.” I love the peace that comes after reading a message like this one, and it was the perfect fit for Neeka and Nick!  

Perhaps one of the most moving details of this Tennessee wedding was how Neeka and Nick chose to remember a very important day in our nation’s history. Their wedding day fell on the 20th anniversary of the terrible events that occurred on September 11th. This poignant moment was not lost on our couple. They chose to honor this day and the lives that were lost by having a Remembrance Table at their reception. I was given the incredible honor of penning a custom letter that was displayed on this table.  

The powerful gesture to hold space for those who lost their lives as victims or as first responders on September 11th was the most incredible tribute I’ve seen at a wedding. As Neeka and Nick put it, we are “Forever grateful.” 

Neeka thoughtfully decided to gift her new husband a bottle of Blanton’s Bourbon which she had White Ink custom engrave for him! I LOVE when we get to do projects like this because these gifts are one-of-a-kind, and they carry a memory that will last for a lifetime!  

For those looking for a gift that leaves a big impression, engraving bottles of bubbly or spirits always brings that wow factor.  

Of course, the White Ink team did what we do best and put together an amazing invitation suite for Neeka and Nick. YES, to envelope calligraphy, ya’ll. Look how stunning white looks over top the navy envelopes!  

The vintage postage further elevates this look. And little details like a print of The Cookville Estate at the top on the invite perfectly ties the whole day together, from invitation to reception.  

Neeka and Nick, you truly know how to turn a wedding into a memorable experience for all involved. This is a day we will remember for years to come, and for that, we are forever grateful. Cheers!  

Ceremony Venue: Twin Falls, Rock Island State Park, TN 
Reception Venue:The Cookville Estate 
Photographer: Theresa McDonald Photographer 
Calligraphy: White Ink Calligraphy 
Florist: Blossom & Vase 
Rentals: Premier Event Rentals, Liberty Party Rental
Dress: The Crystal Bride
Grooms Suit: BLVDier

It’s All in the Detail | Jessica & Adam | 1.1.22 

It’s All in the Detail | Jessica & Adam | 1.1.22 

Have you ever been to a wedding or an event and felt, “Why didn’t I think of that?” One of the reasons why we LOVE doing what we do at White Ink Calligraphy is because we get to have front row seats to some of the cutest, boldest ideas in town. And we want to share them with you! This time, White Ink goes to Sarasota, Florida to take part in a wedding where love was all in the detail.

White Ink couple, Jessica and Adam, recently tied the knot and we had a lot of fun with some of the long-lasting details of their wedding. Take your time to check out how gorgeous this calligraphy looks on these leather pieces for the seating signage (this is your reminder that we do SO much more than paper!). These beauties were charmingly tucked beneath a cascading array of flowers for every guest to gush over as they walked by. This seating chart is the epitome of balance between gentle and bold. More of this please!

In addition, White Ink was excited to personalize the stunning leather favorites that gently laid atop the reception menus for the guests. Even Jessica and Adam’s champagne bottle was draped in the delicately customized leather.

Did you notice that Jessica and Adam had each leather piece branded with their wedding logo? Talk about a conversation piece! We’re thinking leather is kind of the best texture ever to elevate your next event.

This couple left no stone unturned. The lasting memories that guests walked away with were all in the detail. From the majestic display of florals to the precise construction of their wedding cake and cocktails, it’s hard not to be enraptured by the beauty of a wedding like this.  

We can’t wait to do something like this for you too! 

Planner: Darla Walker Events
Photographer: Natalie Watson
Florals: Kaleidoscope Floral
Calligraphy: White Ink Calligraphy
Venue: The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota; Sarasota Yacht Club
Tent Rentals: US Tent Rentals, Sperry Tents
Rentals: All Occasions Party Rentals, Vivant Rentals
Linens: BBJ LaTavola Specialty Linen
Dress: The Dress Theory
Tux: The Black Tux

A Wedding Polished and Modern | Brittany + Thomas | 10.23.21

A Wedding Polished and Modern | Brittany + Thomas | 10.23.21

Ya’ll, we love a traditional Nashville style wedding, but there is something so satisfying about watching a wedding with a more modern form come together. Brittany and Thomas did not let us down. Everything they chose, from the invitation suites to place cards, was dripping in the perfect mixture of elegance and boldness. It made my calligrapher heart so happy that the White Ink team had the opportunity to work with this fantastic couple and help make their wedding dream become a reality. 

For starters, Brittany and Thomas chose Saint Elle in downtown Nashville as their wedding venue. It’s impossible to go wrong with that location! The furniture, the clean lines, the open spaces, and the abundance of greenery will certainly compliment your modern wedding goals. I love that we got create some really sleek custom calligraphy that flowed with the top-notch décor.

White Ink kept it coming while we put our mark on the super chic welcome sign, seating chart, bar signage, and place cards. I don’t know, but putting white custom calligraphy on top of black just kept blowing my mind. And I want more! We definitely had a lot of favorites at this wedding but getting to customize the envelopes that read, “To my Bride/Groom on our wedding day,” warmed our hearts! Seeing their reaction to such a sweet and delicate moment on the biggest day of their lives really made me appreciate that White Ink had a little part in that. 

Don’t forget, White Ink can ENGRAVE custom calligraphy on many different surfaces. You have to take a look at Brittany and Thomas’ stunning cake-knife and server set! You don’t have to be a bride or groom to inquire about something like these. This would be a fantastic gift for anyone to give to a special couple on their big day. 

Anytime I think about designing for this wedding it puts a smile on my face. We cannot wait for the next opportunity to design with a modern style in mind because, just like those confetti streamers at our couples exit, this wedding POPPED!

Planner: Velour Premier Events
Venue: Saint Elle
Photographer: Jordyn Smalling
Calligraphy: White Ink Calligraphy
Florals: Echos of Eden Florals
Rentals: Please Be Seated