On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me...Absolutely Inviting Stationery (of course)!

As the popular Bahamian saying goes: "Christmas Soon Come!". In view of the fast approaching yuletide season, Absolutely Inviting is accepting orders for Christmas cards/gift labels/seals etc. You can choose from our standard designs, OR for a small design fee, we can completely customize your cards.

Just as a reminder: we also cater to corporate clients. We have gotten a number of requests for Christmas/Thank you cards from various companies not wanting to give their clients a traditional, store-bought card. As we are currently completing one such order, we thought we should take a few minutes to let our clients know that Absolutely Inviting can also accommodate their corporate stationery needs.

Contact us to place your order today! We look forward to hearing from you.

Johniqua & Kennon - November 2009

Traditionally November is known as "Turkey month", but this couple's fab invites made another bird the star of the show. Their peacock themed invites were definitely the talk of the town!!! This couple told us their colors and theme, and we took it from there. Both the couple and Absolutely Inviting received amazing feedback from this invitation set.

Enjoy!

Man oh man...

A client approached us about doing some invites for her husband's 40th birthday celebration...

• Client's Question: How do I get an invitation to suit my event...i.e. elegant yet masculine?
• Answer: For the perfect invitations contact Absolutely Inviting...where we customize your stationery to suit YOUR style & YOUR event :-)

We designed an invitation around the client's color scheme, and we were given full creative freedom to create a concept which the client absolutely loved! We're sure you will love it too... Enjoy!

Did someone say Elmo???

A special event for a special two year-old...

One of our Absolutely Inviting clients approached us again to design some invitations for her daughter. Since her daughter was fascinated with Elmo, we decided to create a sweet invite based on this theme. Mom gave us the details of the party which included bouncing castles, special guest appearances, popcorn, snowcones, cotton candy, and face painting just to name a few. Not opting for the typical "kiddie" invite, Absolutely Inviting created a "kiddie fab" invite. When mom saw the invitations she had one word - "Perfect"! (The photo was blurred intentionally)

Oh Baby!

Pink and orange baby shower invites:

What we have been up to recently:

Absolutely Inviting has been busy, busy, busy!

Since we haven't posted in a while, we thought we should let you all know what has been going on with us. Last month, we completed two large commercial printing/binding orders, three sets of wedding invitations that we will be featuring in upcoming weeks, and invitations for two birthday parties.

In addition to preparing for upcoming events, we have been enhancing our marketing efforts (we were recently featured in the Tribune and are currently listed on Bahamas Parties and Events' website click to see the banner).

We are presently working on expanding our stationery line, and launching our subsidiary business offering event supplies, such as linen rentals (chair covers and sashes, napkins etc.) and party favors!

Check back soon for new posts.

Absolutely Inviting: today's Tribune feature story!!!

We are privileged to be featured in the "Woman" section of today's Tribune, and we appreciate any feedback on the article. Thanks for the continued support!

Your friends at Absolutely Inviting

Vendor Spotlight: Darcy Antonia - Handcrafted Jewelry & Accessories

Up next in our vendor spotlight is Darcy Antonia (darcyantonia.com), producers of authentic handcrafted jewelry. Her designs have been featured locally in The Nassau Guardian, The Tribune, The Bahama Journal and now on Absolutely Inviting's blog! Her jewelry line has been distributed in several retail stores both here in the Bahamas and in Florida. Beyond the Bahamas, her designs can be found on satisfied clients in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, Canada, the United States, and a host of other countries.

All designs in the Darcy Antonia line are thoughtfully conceptualized and are handcrafted with an uncompromising selection of the best quality findings available worldwide. A variety of semi-precious and crystal component beads are used in production and the company is proud to offer to the world, a meticulously produced line of hand finished jewelry and accessories, using its signature, intricate and labour intensive wire wrapping technique.

We are personally recommending Darcy Antonia jewelry, having owned several pieces ourselves. We were fortunate enough to have Darcy Antonia custom design the jewelry for all attendants in our 2006 wedding, so if you have any doubt that these are actually hand made locally, we have seen them in action. We were so delighted with their work, we partnered with them during our Company Launch in December 2008. Since then she has also designed for some of Absolutely Inviting's brides (so of course she comes highly recommended). Darcy Antonia is currently designing a complete line of bridal accessories including hair pins and headpieces.

We have included some of the designs from Darcy Antonia's bridal collection for your viewing pleasure. For retail locations, distribution opportunities, or to have your Darcy Antonia piece custom designed, visit www.darcyantonia.com or contact them at:

Darcy Antonia Jewelry Studio

# 23 Kent Avenue, Nassau East

Nassau, Bahamas

Phone: (242) 324-7607

mobile : (242) 465-8853

USA Line (412) 499-3145

Fax: (242) 324-7607

darcyantonia@yahoo.com

www.darcyantonia.com

Tyrell's Birthday Party Invitations - August 2009

For a lady that is always stepping out in style, we had to ensure that her invites matched her swag! After seeing the "clutch" style pocket fold we offered, she allowed us the creative freedom to come up with a truly elegant invitation to give her guests a sneak peek into the upscale affair that was to come! She was so impressed with the invitations she came back to us for the matching table numbers.

This lady is ABSOLUTELY elegant.

Her event was ABSOLUTELY upscale.

Her stationery - ABSOLUTELY INVITING!

Vendor Spotlight: Video Majic -The Bahamas' finest in Professional Videography

As promised, we are beginning to feature some of our favorite wedding vendors. We were so impressed by the quality and creativity of Video Majic's work, it was a MUST that we feature them. Based in Freeport, Grand Bahama (Bahamas), Video Majic has also extended its reach to the islands of New Providence and Abaco. Offering packages ranging from single camera to three camera event coverage, we are sure that Video Majic will amaze you just as they did us. If it's the WOW factor you are going for Video Majic is a must. Their promotional video is below for your viewing pleasure. Stay tuned for their follow up feature...you will be amazed!

Feel free to e-mail us for more information, or contact Video Majic directly at 242-352-2167 or 242-442-7221 or 242-533-7175

New Features Coming Soon!

We will be uploading pics from our latest event soon! Also, since we have been receiving several requests for vendor recommendations, we will begin featuring some of our favorite local wedding industry vendors. Stay tuned!

Tenille & Ingram - July 2009

After being asked by Tenille & Ingram to design their stationery suite for their impending nuptials, we hit the ground running with their design concept. Because they were inviting many out of town guests, they wanted to give them "a taste of the island". They purchased a customized logo which they incorporated from the invitations and programs to the aisle runner and gift bags! Their suite included save the date cards, invitations, programs, bookmarks, and table numbers.

The couple loved their products AND our service so much that they presented us with an amazing gift as a token of their appreciation. We were extremely humbled by this and once again we say thank you. The couple had amazing responses from their stationery set as well, and even had to convince some of their guest that they were done right here in the Bahamas. She e-mailed us to say that she was asked if she got her invitations from New York, to which she responded that they were done by an "island gyal with a dream". We love it!

This couple was ABSOLUTELY graceful.

Their wedding was ABSOLUTELY unique.

Their stationery - ABSOLUTELY INVITING!

Here's a sneak peek into their event:

Invitations and Programs (with Layered Monogram Seal):

The stunning couple:

The gorgeous reception site (during set up)

***Just added here's an e-mail we received from the bride (this was so thoughtful we had to share). We hope you enjoy!

Island gyal with a dream, I want you to remember two things. The first is that I coined that term and the second is that you were most instrumental in making my wedding a success! From the moment that you walked into my office over a year ago and started pulling out your samples it took me two seconds to find someone who got what I was looking for.

I cannot tell you how many times on a stressful day when I just thought eloping would be so much easier that I pulled out that Save the Date or "The Invitation of the Year" just to remind me why I was going through all the stress. Your work is flawless and I love so much that you are a perfectionist. It was easy to just let you do your thing and just say yes to whatever you wanted to do because I know that whatever you presented it would be in line with my dream wedding.

If I had to do a wedding report card you would definitely get an A+ for your beautiful work. You have a fan and a friend for life.

I always try to give praise where it is due and for what you did for me you deserve a church service! I wish you all the luck in the world but you won't need it cuz gyal you gat talent!

Therell & Theron - July 2009

We were approached by Therell and Theron to design their stationery suite for their wedding on July 11, 2009. They wanted a style that was simple, elegant, and compact, and as a result they selected a mini pocketfold style invitation. Their suite also consisted of a ceremony booklet, table numbers, reception programs/menus, and tags for their gift boxes. Their selected colors were gold, and orange. After meeting with the client, we decided to use elements such as metallic papers, ribbons, and rhinestones to create their ultimate stationery set.

During the design phase of the couple's monogram, we decided to include a hibiscus which the couple fell in love with and which we incorporated throughout the set. Just as this couple was meant to be, this design must have been meant to be as to our surprise the hibiscus motif was also reflected in the decor of the reception site!

Due to the overwhelming responses prior to the wedding, we opted to post the client's feedback earlier. We must mention that we are humbled by the responses received by the guests today. However, the most gratifying responses were those of the bride and groom's mother who absolutely loved the style and quality of the couple's suite; we were given rave reviews by them as well.

This couple was ABSOLUTELY stunning.

Their wedding was ABSOLUTELY beautiful.

Their stationery - ABSOLUTELY INVITING!

Labels:

Invitation:

Ceremony Programs:

The Wedding:

The Beautiful Couple:

The Hibiscus Decor at the Reception Site:

Table Numbers:

Gift Boxes with Labels:

Reception Program:

Here is a comment received today via Absolutely Inviting's facebook page:

"I am still in awe! the event stationery for the Smith wedding today was breathtaking! absolutely inviting is absolutely, undisputably, the flyest thing out right now... gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous.. girl i'm officially your walking advertisement, no lie... i luv it.... u are going to go so far with this and i wish u all the success in the world... " Mia P.

Wedding Preview: Therell & Theron

The responses were so overwhelming from this couple's invitation set, we decided to post their testimonials prior to their event! We have been receiving excellent feedback from the couple and even directly from some of their guests.Here's what our bride-to-be had to say:I'm sooo glad that I made the choice to go with Absolutely Inviting to prepare the stationery for our wedding. The experience of working with such a professional and efficient staff was more than enjoyable. You provided me with exactly what I wanted in my stationery - Simplicity and Elegance. I have had so many compliments about the invitations and inquiries as to which company prepared them. The quality of your work speaks volumes for you. Thanks so much and I look forward to seeing the finished programs.

Warmest Regards,
A pleased bride - Therell

Here's what the groom-to-be had to say:
BIG SHOUT OUT TO ABSOLUTELY INVITING!! Everyone was like WOW!!!! ...then I had to swear that "these were done here in Nassau by a brand new company"....btw I'm gonna need some more of your business cards ASAP to prove it!!

Other responses received via e-mail:

• Hey I saw an invitation C****** had. Very nice work. Very creative and neat. I will definitely pass your name around. A.C. 06/11/09
• BTW i saw the invitations you did for C****** sister...they were FREAKIN' awesome! I really wish i had known about your joint before now. G.S. 06/22/09
• I saw Therell and Theron's invites and they directed me to your business. Excellent Job! N.R. 06/23/09

From Us: Thankyou for choosing Absolutely Inviting; we appreciate your continued support. Good luck with the remainder of your planning. Wishing you many years of happiness and prosperity!

Nicole & Keith - May 2009

We were approached by Nicole (daughter of former Deputy Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas - The Honourable Cynthia Pratt) and Keith to design their stationery suite for their wedding on May 22, 2009. They wanted a style that was simple yet elegant. This was achieved by combining their chosen colors - ivory, rust, and gold - with metallic, textured, and transparent papers and adding elements such as ribbons, rhinestones, and raised printing. Their suite consisted of a three layer invitation set with coordinating response cards, ceremony program, bookmarks, and table names/numbers.

Here's what the bride had to say:

I am so impressed by the professionalism, patience, organization and creativity of Dameeka Roberts. The invitations are absolutely breathtaking. I love, love, love them. The guests have done nothing but express how beautiful and unique the invitations are. This was the exact effect that I was looking for so I must say that I came to right place. I am now excited about the final products - the program and the bookmarks.

Thanks Again,

Nicole, A Satisfied Customer