Smudge Design Co.

Hello and welcome to the Smudge Design Co. blog. I'm Renee Pulve, the Owner and Creative Director. Take a look around and check out my latest inspirations and ideas.

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NEW art added to my site at ReneePulve.com.

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Gilded Wildflowers wedding invitation featured in Martha Stewart Weddings Spring 2017.

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Introducing the Smudge Design Tropical Hibiscus Invitation Suite. This hand painted watercolor collection is available in three colors including La Mer, Sunset (shown), and Palm.

Now available at Minted.com

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DIY Glitter Easter Eggs (no dye required)!

Grab yourself some eggs (real or artificial and dab away). I used real white and brown (hard boiled) eggs.

Instructions: Place some white glue (or Mod Podge) into a small bowl. If you want to create dots, dab the tip of your finger (or the eraser on the end of a pencil) into the glue, dot onto the egg, and cover with glitter, shaking off the excess. For gold and white, dip half of the egg into the glue mixture and blot excess drips.  Sprinkle with glitter. And voila...you have beautiful and fun Easter eggs in less than an hour.

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Thrilled to be a part of painting the Flamingo Happy Planner for the team over at Me and My Big Ideas. Check out the video as well!

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“Gilded Wildflowers” featured in The Knot: Spring 2017 and UsWeekly December 2016.

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An Eternal Autumn Wedding

For more wedding inspiration and ideas that complement the “Eternal Autumn” invitation suite, visit my Pinterest page for event styling ideas.

Eternal Autumn Wedding Invitation Suite: Smudge Design Co.

Wedding Cake: Cake Ink

Necklace: Adina Plastelina

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Gingerbread Mug Hugger Roundup I was completely floored when I recently spotted these gingerbread house mug huggers and decided I had to do some research on the subject to find out more. After combing the web for the best possible options, I’ve come up with 3 results for creating these adorable mini treats.

1. Make Your Own Summer at She Leaves A Little Sparkle has an exceptional how-to, including her very own gingerbread recipe and free paper cut outs that can be downloaded for the house template.

Juliette Laura shares her recipe (also with a free template) along with some GORGEOUS photography on how to make her toppers.

2. Semi Home Made Purchase Betty Crocker Cake and Cookie Mix or Nestle Rolled and Ready Gingerbread Cookie Dough and then use your own cookie cutters (or download the templates from above recipes) for a much quicker process.

3. Buy Your Own While Anthropologie’s version is currently sold out, I did find these adorable versions at Williams Sonoma. If you’re interested in a less expensive topper, these Gingerbread Folks are a better bargain at $14.95 for 4.

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Instagram Giveaway for 50% off at Minted

I'm giving away a 50% off #minted coupon code for any purchase through May 2017. Simply follow me and comment below by tagging a friend. Contest ends Monday at noon PST. Winner will be drawn at random and receive a coupon code for both you and your friend! Code cannot be combined with other promotions. Happy Shopping! 🎁🎄#win #smudgedesigngiveaway

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Minted Black Friday 20% Off Sale Extended

Check out Minted’s best deals of the year which have been extended through 11/27.

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The Perfect Nautical Baby Shower

For more nautical themed baby shower ideas, be sure to check out Pinterest for inspiration, decorating, and gift ideas.

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I'm super excited to announce the launch of my new art collection at www.ReneePulve.com. In honor of this occasion, I've teamed up with Framebridge to offer a 15% framing discount using code RENEEPULVE15 (frame shown: Seabrook). Commissioned artwork is also available.

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A Glorious Gilded Wedding

Head on over to Pinterest, for more wedding inspiration and ideas that complement this invitation suite.

Gilded Wildflowers Wedding Invitation Suite: Smudge Design Co.

Wedding Cake: Coco Paloma Desserts

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FREE digital invitations-just in time for the Fourth! (For a limited time).

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Touring Monika Hibbs’s Oh-So Sweet Blush Pink Nursery Featuring Flamingo Road

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I’m officially a proud Circle Member! “Designed to support the community of creatives, developers, and designers who use Squarespace to build beautiful websites for themselves and their clients. Our mission is to help you grow your business, inspire you creatively, and connect you with a vibrant community of like-minded professionals.” - Squarespace

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Introducing the Smudge Design Foil-Pressed Invitation Suite Collection

Now available at Minted.com