The Love Story That Inspired a Font.

I love a good love story. After 35 years of marriage, I thought it was time to celebrate and tell ours in a very special way…so I created a font!

The name “Hello My Love” refers to the way we greet each other. As corny as it sounds, there’s nothing that puts a smile on my face more than to see my hubby, Michael, walk in the door, which is in direct sight of my home studio and say those 3 words.

We were married November 9, 1984.  Two kids and five houses later, we still like each other and feel an even deeper love and appreciation for our relationship. For us, that required a big celebration! So last October, we took a trip to Vienna and Italy with our sons Alex and Nick and his girlfriend Victoria.

This is all of us in Verona at a pasta making class.

But I wanted something beyond a trip to commemorate this wonderful moment in time. The font is that tribute to our love story. It represents the hard earned ease and flow that comes from sharing the ups and downs of life together and learning “this too shall pass”. It speaks to the level of gratitude that evolves after experiencing heartbreaking moments as well as extreme joy during the many years that we’ve been lucky enough to share together. But most importantly it’s filled with the love that grew and evolved into something that we cherish every day.

So how did this journey begin?

It all started many years ago when I first saw Michael at the age of 4 in his grandfather’s corner grocery store. I imagined he got to eat all the candy he wanted! Fast forward 12 years, and we met at McDonald’s after our high school’s football game. We dated for awhile but went our separate ways when he left for college. Eleven years later, I moved to Dallas.  Meanwhile, back in our hometown of Erie, Pa. his mom ran into my dad at a local Italian deli.  When he told her I lived in Dallas, she was delighted to share that her son had been transferred there 6 months earlier. When Michael called his parents at the usual time, she shared the news. He gave me a call. We reconnected at a restaurant called “The Magic Time Machine”. (How perfect is that!) And a year and a half later we were married at the same church both of our parents had been married in. Serendipitous to say the least!

I can’t imagine my life without this man who has taught, accepted, tolerated, supported and encouraged me for the last 35 years to follow my own unique path.  He puts his all into whatever he does. He is passionate about his family, golf, track and field and his faith. He’s been a loving, devoted father whose sons always know how proud he is of them. And he’s a great story teller, regaling us throughout the years with funny moments of his life working in his close knit family’s Italian deli and bakery. He is usually laughing so hard he can barely get the words out. I love his laugh. It’s a deep gut laugh. It’s like his whole body is erupting with joy.

I could go on. But I hope this helps you to understand the inspiration behind the font. I hope you have your own love story to tell. It doesn’t have to be a romantic one. It can be about having a special bond with a friend, a family member or discovering how to love yourself. We all need to learn that.

The love that inspired me to create this font, is not the kind of emotion you see in movies. Someone doesn’t complete you. It’s doing real life together, every day, with repetitive menial tasks, kids that don’t want to go to bed and parents who become ill. It’s never feeling like you can do it all but somehow managing the most important things because you’re doing it together. It’s going through the stages of life, re-inventing yourself and your relationship over and over. It’s knowing when you to let the small things go and focusing on the good that’s in front of you. Forgiving quickly, crying or comforting when the need arises, knowing when to lead and when to follow and always keeping a sense of humor…these are the subtle lessons that come only with time. This is, to me, what real love is about.

I’m grateful to have it in my life. And I wish I could pass it out like candy. But I can’t. So I’ve put it into a font. My hope is, that it’s used to celebrate many stories about real love.

You can take a peek at the Hello My Love font here.

It’s on sale for 50% off for a limited time. Oh and it comes with a bonus…91 Ornaments including frames, florals and design elements.

Here’s some pics of the font is use.

Invitation

DIY Black, White and Gold Wedding Invitation

These DIY wedding invitations have a sophisticated look but

can be done at home with the right paper and font.

It was created for the wedding of the couple for whom I made this wine themed bridal shower invite.

The invitation features the bride and groom’s name boldly in my Dom Loves Mary Stylistic Font.

The flourishes are from my Belluccia Flourishes font.

I used Adobe Caslon Pro for the text.

 

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The shimmery, white card stock ( Curious Metallics Ice Silver)

is backed with a black card stock called Boutique So….Silk.

Both are from FasClampitt Paper.

One thing to note, the white paper is a thick card stock.

If your printing at home, make sure your printer can handle it.

Otherwise you may want to make color copies at FedEx Kinkos.

I know their machines are able to handle thick paper.

You would need to print 2 on an 8.5″ x 11″ then cut to size.

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 The invitations are packaged in these gorgeous stardust gold pouches

from Marsupial Papers.  The invitations are secured

to the pouch with double stick tape and the rehearsal dinner invitation

and RSVP card are inserted in the pouch.

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The vineyard ornament added the perfect touch to this wine country wedding.

It’s available from Laura Worthington’s Azalea Smooth Ornamental Fonts.

They’re free!

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 On the other side of the RSVP card, I used

embellishments from my Belluccia Calligraphy Font.

( The pointing finger and border around the return address.)

Having an RSVP postcard saves money since you don’t need an envelope.

And the return postage stamps are .34 instead of .46.

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The pouch was sealed with a monogram backed with black.

The best way to do this is to attach the monogram to the pouch  just on the sides so you can tuck the end of the flap into the monogram card.

This allows for easy opening and closing by the guests without tearing up the invitation.

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font then used a beautiful wedding cake stamp.

You can have beautiful invitation and envelopes like this by purchasing my Dom Loves Mary font !

Here’s a video I created to show you how to address envelopes with the font in Microsoft Word.

 Checkout all of my font in my Etsy Shop.

Have a fabulous fall day!

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  As always you can check out any of my fonts by clicking on the graphics below.

Cantoni was selected as one of MyFonts Most Popular Fonts of 2013!

Thanks to all of you, she’s still on the Best Seller’s list as well!

Dom Loves Mary made it to #4 on Hot New Fonts, was on the Best Sellers list and a Rising Stars winner  in November 2012

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Introducing Cantoni Pro Bold

I’m pleased to announce the release of my ‘Cantoni Pro Bold’ font.

She’s been hitting the gym and pumping the weights, so she’s bigger and bolder than ever!

As a subscriber to my blog,  I’m offering you special pricing on any new Cantoni Font purchases and upgrades through October 20, 2014.

Whether you never purchased, want to upgrade from a previous purchase

or just recently purchased one of my Cantoni fonts, there’s a sale for everyone!

To purchase CANTONI PRO BOLD or any of the CANTONI FONT Family packages,

please find the scenario below that applies to you and follow the directions.

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1) If you have never purchased any of the Cantoni family font packages,

you can go to my ETSY shop or MyFonts.com.

There you can select any of the Cantoni font packages including the new Cantoni Pro Bold and receive a 30% discount.
At checkout, be sure to enter the discount code GOPRO20.
And yes, you may share the code with other font fanatic friends:)

2) If you previously purchased  Cantoni, Cantoni Bold, Cantoni Pro or Cantoni Total Design

directly from me, my ETSY shop, my Creative Market shop or from my other distributors: MyFonts, Fonstspring or Fonthaus,

and would like to upgrade to Cantoni Pro or Cantoni Total Design, you’ll get 25% off your upgrade.

I even did the math for you:)

Cantoni Basic (30.00) upgrade to Cantoni Pro (60.00), you pay only 22.50.
Cantoni Basic (30.00) upgrade to Cantoni Total Design (90.00), you pay only 45.00
Cantoni Pro (60.00) upgrade to Cantoni Total Design (90.00), you pay only 22.50

And lastly, if you previously purchased Cantoni Total Design

and would like to upgrade to the NEW Cantoni Total Design package

that now includes the new Cantoni Bold and Cantoni Pro Bold,

pay only 10.00 to receive the new 7 font package.

To upgrade:  email me at hello@debisementelli.com.

Include proof of purchase with the name of the Cantoni font you have previously purchased

( and where it was purchased)

and which one you would like to upgrade to.  I’ll send you a PayPal invoice.  Upon payment, I will send you the font.

3) If you’ve just purchased one of my Cantoni Fonts in the last 30 days

and/or have no need for an upgrade,

you will receive a 30% discount on my Belluccia or Dom Loves Mary font families in my Etsy shop.
In addition to the lettered fonts, you can pick up some flourishes, ornaments or wedding words for 30% off!

Check them out on my Etsy shop.  Enter code Oct20 to get the discount.

I design with you in mind, so I truly appreciate your business!

Have a wander lust Wednesday!

Debi

 

 As always you can check out any of my fonts by clicking on the graphics below.

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Thanks to all of you, she’s still on the Best Seller’s list as well!

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Hand Lettered Montague Script Bold Font by Stephen Rapp

I’m so happy to share the new, beautiful Montague Script Bold by Stephen Rapp!

And right now, until August 31, it’s 50% off!!

I’ve had the recent pleasure of co-teaching an “Expressive Brush” workshop with Stephen

at TypeCon 2014 in D.C.

(TypeCon is a typography conference hosted by the Society of Type Aficionados)

I don’t know who was more mesmerized watching his brush demonstrations, the attendees or me!

If you live in the Louisville area, you’re in luck!

He and Charles Borges de Oliveira are teaching a workshop Oct. 11-12.

There may still be a few seats open.

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  Montague Script Bold is a beefed up version of the

2009 Type Directors Club Award winning Montague Script.

The added weight makes it more ideal for display purposes like book titling, packaging, and headlines.

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Having its origin in fine sable brush lettering done on smooth vellum paper,

both versions are ideal for greeting card and invitation text.

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Like the original award winning version,

it features an energetic rhythm with loads of swashes and ligatures.

 There are beginning, ending, and alternate versions for almost every letter.

I know how much invitation designers appreciate all those choices.

 

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I think it would look lovely on a wedding or shower invitation.

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It truly is a shining star!

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To take a closer look , check it out here.

Grab it while it’s 50% off until August 31!!!

Have a Mood Altering Monday 🙂

Debi

 As always you can check out any of my fonts by clicking on the graphics below.

Cantoni was selected as one of MyFonts Most Popular Fonts of 2013!

Thanks to all of you, she’s still on the Best Seller’s list as well!

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Dom Loves Mary made it to #4 on Hot New Fonts, was on the Best Sellers list and a Rising Stars winner  in November 2012

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Belluccia was one of MyFonts Most Popular Fonts for 2011.

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Susan Brand Designs and Free Printables!

From the Black is Beautiful style shoot on The Pretty Blog, take a look at this lovely Save-the Date

using my Cantoni Font  created by  Susan Brand Designs.

I just love the use of the large, angled words in bright white on the black, chalkboard like background.

The pink and white text font adds another high contrast look to this design.

I really like the way the letters go off the edges too.  Looks very trendy and cool.

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How pretty is this place card?  Using the high contrast pink on black background along with the clipping

of the capital J, the designer has produced an elegant look that matches this yummy colored place setting

perfectly.  I would definitely suggest this high contrast combo to adventurous brides who love color.

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 Susan also used my Belluccia font to create this darling chalkboard-themed place mat.

Perfect for a rustic table setting!
And it’s available on her site as a free printable!  What’s not to love?

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Also using my Belluccia font, Susan created this wonderful soft invitation suite.

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I really like the watercolor wash she added to the various pieces including the inside flap of the envelope.

The color really highlights their names.

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What a lovely and creative use of the couple’s initials on the sticker used to hold the

vellum covering over the invitation.

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And lastly here’s yet another darling free printable from Susan. Belly Bands!

Belluccia is used in the two of them.  These are all so sweet!

Lots of good ideas for you to check out at Susan Brand Design!

As you may know my Belluccia BOLD font has finally been released!!

And I’m celebrating with a 40% off special discount code for all of you!

It’s good on both Belluccia Bold and the regular versions of Belluccia.

Just click here, select the Belluccia font you want, and type in “GOBOLD” at checkout on MyFonts.com

In the meantime here’s a few graphics to show you her bolder curves.

Have a Techie Tuesday!

Debi

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As always you can check out any of my fonts by clicking on the graphics below.

Cantoni was selected as one of MyFonts Most Popular Fonts of 2013!

Thanks to all of you, she’s still on the Best Seller’s list as well!

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Dom Loves Mary made it to #4 on Hot New Fonts, was on the Best Sellers list and a Rising Stars winner  in November 2012

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40% off New Font Release Belluccia Bold

I’m so excited to share the news of my newest release, Belluccia Bold!

We are celebrating her birth with a 30% off  Introductory Offer on ANY and ALL of the versions of

Belluccia including the Flourishes, Borders and Ornaments.

And if you USE THE CODE “GO BOLD” at check out you’ll get  ANOTHER 10% OFF

FOR A TOTAL OF 40% OFF!

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Belluccia was my very first font.

I partnered with Brian Bonislawsky, a talented font designer who did the magical digitization to make Belluccia come to life.

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With this release, we added a new Roman Numerals feature to the Belluccia Pro versions, both regular and bold weights.

I’ll be posting a video tomorrow to show you how it works.

If you previously purchased Belluccia Pro, MyFonts will be sending a free update to you with the

Roman Numerals feature added.

If you purchased from another distributor, leave a comment with the approximate date of purchase

and the name it was purchased under and I will verify the info and get you the updated version.

In the meantime, here are some examples of Belluccia Bold in action.

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On a sweet, retro birth announcement.

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Showcasing the use of Roman Numerals and a flourish used for a wedding invitation and menu.

It’s paired with my Dom Loves Mary text font.

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A Save the Date, again using Dom Loves Mary text font along with Belluccia Bold.

I hope you’ll check her out and spread the news about the 40% off with special code : Go Bold!

It will end on March 14.

As always just click on the graphics to check out any of my fonts.

Have a Mellow Monday:)

Debi

Cantoni was selected as one of MyFonts Most Popular Fonts of 2013!

Thanks to all of you, she’s still on the Best Seller’s list as well!

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Belluccia made it to#1on Hot New Fonts, was on the Hot New fonts list, spent 26 months on the Best Sellers list and was a Rising Stars winner in July 2011.

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Unique Creations by Pen n’ Paperflowers

Here’s a very cute and clever inspirational art print using my Cantoni Font that Jessica Kirkland

of pen’paper flowers studio design created as a keepsake for colleagues she met at a

bloggers convention.

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The 5″x 7″ Art Print was professionally printed and then inserted it into a clear cello envelope.

She put her business card in the back, added a coordinated BE Brilliant button

and tied it all together with a pretty pink bow.  Sweet!

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A closer look at Jessica’s BE Brilliant button and her unique and adorable business card.

She used Modge Podge to give it some dimension and protect the printing.

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She created this post for Kleinworth & Co. blog.

Lucky for you, you can download the print for free in either black and white or color.

Check them out here.

She also shows you how to create the darling paper flowers attached to the frame on this post.

My Cantoni font  is perfectly paired with this bold text font.

il_570xN.535812946_137hLast but not least is this great Popcorn Bar signage set using my Cantoni font and flourishes.

The set comes with: • “Directions” sign for guests – 8×10 and 11×14
• Old Fashioned Popcorn Ball Label + Extra Blank Labels
• 24×36 Old Fashioned Popcorn Poster
• Popcorn Seasoning Labels (19 total labels on one 8.5 x 11 sheet

• Popcorn Toppings Labels
– Honey Roasted Peanuts, Chocolate Candies & Peanut Butter Candies

You can find this and more of her party printables and invitations in her Etsy Shop.

Thanks Jessica, you are one creative girl!

And now a drumroll please…..

BELLUCCIA PRO BOLD is about to go live!  Of course I’ll let you know the moment it happens!

In the meantime here’s a few graphics to show you her bolder curves.

BellucciaBoldHere it is used in a destination wedding invitation sample.

SavetheDateAnd in a sample Save the Date.

I can’t wait until she is up and ready to go!

Have a Thick as thieves Thursday:)

That just sounded too good to not write it.

Debi

As always any of my fonts can be purchased by clicking on this graphics below.

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Invitation Suite By CTDesigns using Cantoni Font

 Last March on this blog,  I introduced you to the very talented calligrapher and designer,

Christy Toney from CT-Designs Inc.

Today I’d like to share her beautiful wedding suite creation

using my Cantoni font for the scripted text of each piece.

Above is a picture of  the invitation suite

including the invitation,  accommodations card, reply card, place card, and menu.

They’re all put together in a pocket folder with a lovely ribbon.

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A closer look at the gorgeous menu shows how Cantoni works with a  modern look.

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I love how Christy used 4 layers to give all of the wedding signage a sense of elegance and subtle color.

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Simple but charming place card.

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A nice close up of the of the couple’s initials and date from the cover of the invitation.

Again, Christy uses multi layers to add punch while keeping the look classy and modern.

If you are in need of any type of invitation design, contact Christy here.

All these lovely photos are by lemon twist images.

Thanks for making my Cantoni font look so lovely Christy !

I’m thrilled to announce that Belluccia has put some weight on her curves.

She will soon be available for purchase in BOLD!

Here’s a graphic to show the difference between the Regular weight ( Classic Belluccia) and the new Bold weight.

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I’ll be posting as soon as she is up for sale!

My Cantoni font is one of MyFonts Most Popular Fonts of 2013!

Check out any of my three hand lettered fonts by clicking on their graphics below.

Have a Messy Monday 🙂

You can’t be neat and tidy all the time!

Debi

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Personalized Calendars and Gifts From Monogrammed Papers

 

Take a look at this very creative desk calendar from  Monogrammed Papers.

It is one of coolest things I have come across.

Each month is a separate 5 x 7 card with a

different color and beautiful design.

Sitting on top of the calendar card is an acetate overlay

containing personalized wording.

The base set includes the ‘2014’ overlay shown above.

The calendar cards and the overlays are sitting in a clear 5 x 7, upright plastic frame.

As you will see below, you can order additional overlays with personalized wording or monograms.

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Here is one created for me using my Cantoni font.  Looking good!!

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February is proudly displaying a monogram with my initials.

But beyond that, the owner, Pamela Salatich, can create custom acetates that can turn the calendar into a great gift!

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How cute is this to make the calendar month a birthday card!

So the calendar becomes the gift with a card inside!

Y0u can send all your birthday gifts/cards at the beginning of the year and never have to worry about missing someone’s.

She can even add the little cupcake adornment to mark the date.

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Or how about using it as an invitation.

Pamela is more than happy to  create custom invitations, like the one above, without having to order the whole calendar.

( Allow 2-3 weeks for custom invites .)

What a great “Save-the-Date” idea!!

She would just make a custom acetate and put it over the month of your choice with the date circled and if needed add a printed post-it.

I’m sure she’d be happy to coordinate with you for other ideas.

I think a “Will you be my bridesmaid?” invite with acetates counting down the months until the wedding would be darling.

It would also make a great count down gift for a wedding shower, baby shower, or engagement.

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A custom tag and wrapping completes the package!

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Here are just a few samples of the tags she can make.

The possibilities are really endless.  I’m going to start making my gift list today!

You can contact Pamela through her website at Monogrammed Papers.

Or check her out on Facebook.

Thanks for letting me share your cool calendars Pamela !

Stay Tuned!

I’m thrilled to announce that Belluccia has put some weight on her curves.

She will soon be available for purchase in BOLD!

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Here’s a sneak preview of what she looks like.

I’ll be posting as soon as she is up for sale!

My Cantoni font is one of MyFonts Most Popular Fonts of 2013!

Check out any of my three hand lettered fonts by clicking on their graphics below.

Have a Mild Mannered Monday 🙂

We all need a little calm after the holidays!

Debi

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‘Be Our Guest’ Container with Cantoni Font

Here’s a really cute idea to make your house guests more comfortable!

Since I had a number of guests over the holiday season and more to come,

I was inspired by this post I found on the

DIY with Grant and Kiley blog where they featured my Cantoni font for the word ‘Guest’.

They used a silhouette machine to cut out  the vinyl letters that were then affixed to the jar.

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 Since I do not have a silhouette machine, I decided to create my own using hand lettering.

I found the jar at Target for 9.99. I brought an old toothbrush to make sure it would be tall enough.

I lettered with a small round brush and acrylic paint.

If you need, you can create the wording using fonts on the computer. Print and tape it inside the jar.

Then use a paint marker and make the letters on the outside surface.

It doesn’t have to be perfect.  The idea is cute enough.

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Just gather up all those small samples (or anything else that might have made its way home with you

from a  hotel stay) and fill the jar.

I got these from Target.

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Now I have a very decorative and useful amenity for my next set of guests.

Easy to make and very useful!

 

Stay Tuned!

I’m thrilled to announce that Belluccia has put some weight on her curves.

She will soon be available for purchase in BOLD!

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Here’s a sneak preview of what she looks like.

I’ll be posting as soon as she is up for sale!

My Cantoni font is one of MyFonts Most Popular Fonts of 2013!

Check out any of my three hand lettered fonts by clicking on their graphics below.

Have a Mild Mannered Monday 🙂

We all need a little calm after the holidays!

Debi

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