Summertime

Well it finally feels like summer! I recently designed some wedding invitations for the wonderful Colleen and Andrew, and thought they were just oh so summer-y, that I thought I should share them with you on this hot summer day. Wanna see more? Who wouldn't!? View our custom designs here!

Cafe Centraal is rad

So I am totally in love with the new Cafe Centraal in Bayview, here in Milwaukee. They have the most awesome patio ever! Adam and I have been going there quite frequently, to sip on their many tasty brews on the best patio in the world! If you're in Milwaukee, I would recommend checkin' it out.

Too Cool: Blu Dot

I'm a big fan of Blu Dot. I'm an even bigger fan of their affordable collection for Urban Outfitters: Too by Blu Dot. Mmmm modern delicious-ness.

Coffee Lust

Over the weekend I started thinking about how the 3 big coffee roasting companies in Milwaukee have some pretty rad logos/design workin' for them. There is of course the ever popular Alterra, which I love. But I have a super special place in my heart for Anodyne Coffee Roasters and Stone Creek Coffee. I especially love Stone Creeks labels, and Anodyne's vintage feel. Oh yeah, and their coffee is delicious!

Newcomers

'Wave Invitation Set' is a flat invitation set starting at $3.00 per set.

'Woodlands Invitation Set' is a flat invitation set starting at $3.50 per set.

We here at Cracked Designs have been working hard. Harder than usual that is. We're bringing our best stuff to the table! We are in the process of adding a bunch of new designs to our Signature Wedding Invitation collection! That's right friends. Not only will there be a handful of new flat invitation designs....but there will be a BRAND NEW collection too!

This new collection will feature invitation sets that are more intricate and similar to some of our popular custom designs, with tri-fold designs and pockets, oh my! The best part? They will still be affordable! The sets in this new collection will start at $4.50 per set. Our Signature Collection still starts at only $3.00 per set.

These new designs will be coming out in the next couple of weeks, so stay tuned for a whole lotta amazing-ness! Here is a sneak peak at two of our favorites so far...

Customize that shiz

So, our customized journey journals have been a big hit! How to do it? It's so easy my friends! Just let us know where you're traveling to, and then we create a map cover for you. The inside is the same awesome journey journal you've all come to know and love, but the cover is for your trip only!

Some that we've done already include: France, India, Washington D.C & Virginia, Germany, Belgium, Africa, and the list goes on. Contact us for info and we can make it happen! Visit our Etsy here!

Staring Contest

I laughed out loud when I saw this staring contest board. This is a great idea to play at a party. Love that bracket!

(Photos by Studio Number One)

My newest Small Stakes Poster

oh....my......goodness. Saying that I LOVE the work of the Small Stakes designer, Jason Munn, is an understatement. I bought my fourth Small Stakes poster over the weekend and got it today! And holy guacamole, is it a beauty. I know I've posted about Munn's work in the past, but it just so creative and smart. The print quality on his posters are just beyond gorgeous, you have to see them first hand. What can I say, I am in love.

New Cards are Here!

Deer old Dad: inside greeting: 'Happy Father's Day'

Cool Dad: inside greeting: 'Happy Father's Day!' ** fridge door opens!**

Look out folks! Our new Father's Day cards are officially here. And boy are they glorious. Check out all 4 of them on our Etsy shop today! DO it.

Looking Forward to...

Just applied for the Renegade Craft Fair in Chicago again this year. Last year was a little...rainy...to say the least. But we had such great feedback and so many amazing people stopped by, despite the record rainfall. So I am looking forward to a sunny Renegade this year (fingers crossed!) I'm super excited!