Known for their iconic floral patterns and eye-catching, effortless design, Plum Pretty Sugar is now bringing their romantic wedding styles full circle with an exclusive Greenvelope digital stationery collection.  read more…

When Greenvelope was founded in 2008, it was with sustainability at the forefront of its mission – a mission that still guides us today. Over the years, we’ve been proud to further our impact by partnering with organizations like the National Park Foundation, the National Forest Foundation, and Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust, as well as joining the 1% for the Planet Network. 

We’re thrilled to announce that our impact–and, by extension, your impact–is set to expand even more thanks to our recent partnership with Tilth Alliance, an incredibly thoughtful organization that “works in community with Washington farmers, gardeners and eaters to build a sustainable, healthy and equitable food future.” read more…

When you think back to the wedding invitations you received over the years–from friends, from family, from coworkers–the odds are quite low that in any one of those invitations was it stated that you’d have had to have received a vaccination in order to attend. Nope. RSVP yes or no. Choose chicken or fish. Done. 

Today, it’s a bit more complicated. 

Intimate ceremonies, large gatherings, and destination knot-tyings alike are now faced with the question of what to do about guests and COVID-19 vaccinations. Per your venue’s rules–or, per your rules–will all guests be required to be vaccinated? Will unvaccinated guests be able to attend, but only if they agree to physically distance themselves from the ceremony and reception? Or, will unvaccinated guests be restricted from the ceremony (indoors), but be permitted to attend the reception (outdoors)? 

And, finally, how can you, the couple to be wed, respectfully and effectively communicate your wishes? From figuring out just what to say to how best to go about gathering replies, and everything in between, in this blog post we’ll be taking a look at how to do just that. read more…

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Oh, yes! The magic moment so many people dream about—a surprise wedding proposal. 

There is no doubt that this is a HUGE moment in both of your lives, which means the pressure is on to make your marriage proposal unforgettable. And we know that when it comes time to pop the big question, there’s absolutely nothing like a genuine surprise. I mean, who doesn’t love surprises? 

But planning and executing an epic surprise proposal takes some creative thinking, scheming, and intense planning, especially if you’re going to hire a professional photographer to capture it all. 

If creativity doesn’t run through your veins, have no fear! We put together 6 brilliant ideas for a perfect surprise proposal that will leave your Boo screaming nothing but YASSS! So, now that you have the perfect wedding ring, you are ready to pledge your undying love and propose! Here’s how to sweep them off their feet.

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Hosting an event is all about having fun. What’s more fun than throwing the most magical and spectacular circus affair in town? It’ll be a day under the big tent filled to the brim with fair food, carnival games, and stuffed animal prizes. If you’re thinking of hosting a circus or carnival theme party, we’re here to help.

Come one, come all for a day filled with magic, wonder, and laughter at a carnival theme party. Whether you’re hosting a kid’s first birthday party or going all out for a bridal shower bash, you’ll find tips on everything from circus party decor to carnival-themed games and tasty treats. With these ideas, your circus party is sure to be a roaring success.

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While a wedding invitation captures a special moment in time, from year to year wedding invitations hardly stay the same. Previously unforeseen styles, formats, accents, and artistry sprout at the hands of gifted artists and designers in order to accommodate how couples’ tastes and preferences evolve. Trends then emerge and help set the tone for thousands of wedding celebrations each year. 

From daring pattern combos to inventive dimensionality and beyond, the wedding invitation trends we’re seeing for 2021 do push the envelope, but in ways that are true to the design while also accentuating the authenticity of the couple about to exchange vows. read more…

If asked to pare it down to one word, “unique” might be how we’d choose to describe 2020. With obstacles and curveballs abound, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted from all the on-the-fly adjustments. And the unique circumstances will of course impact the holiday season in many ways, including how one goes about getting the traditional family photo for the annual holiday card. Because of the risk involved with photo studios or meeting with a photographer, many people are committing to stepping behind the lens themselves. 

While it’s possible that throughout the months of quarantine one of several hobbies you’ve mastered is portrait photography—if that’s the case, that’s wonderful, many claps and snaps from us to you—it’s more likely that the idea of taking such an intimate, directly-shared photo sends you into high-stress mode.  

We’re here to calm that stress, one tip at a time. With insight from a wide-array of professionals, here you’ll find tips and tricks on how to take the perfect holiday photo in the one place you’ve seen plenty of in 2020: your home. read more…

Just Because cards are at once incredibly straightforward and incredibly versatile. They can be just as they sound – a card sent “just because”; a friendly and loving wave, if you will – but they can also stretch into so much more. Pair the perfect graphic with the perfect just because card message, and you get an instrument of joy that your recipients will love and cherish. 

To help you get the most out of your Just Because card, we put together a list of 10 different ways you can truly show you care. Check them out below! read more…

Sending happy birthday wishes can be more challenging than it seems, thanks to those inviting yet pesky blank spaces on the birthday card. After all, how can you put into words everything you feel for your loved one? And how can everything fit in that space?

Maybe all you need is a little nudge — by way of some birthday quotes and sayings.

To help you send the perfect happy birthday wish, we’ve put together a list of our favorites below. Short, long, funny, sweet, we’ve tried to include every length and tone you and your card may be looking for!

So, take some time to browse. Use a quote or two for inspiration, or even borrow the words themselves. No matter how you decide to use them, know that you don’t have to face those daunting blank spaces alone. read more…

For events industry professionals and organizations that consistently plan or host events, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented a question many may have thought they’d never face: can my in-person event transition into a virtual event?

“Right now we have to take it on an event by event basis,” Heidi Hiller of Innovative Party Planners said, of what goes into making such a decision. “There is no one size fits all answer.”

And Hiller is right–there isn’t a one size fits all answer. But, by presenting tips and insights from industry professionals executing successful virtual events right now, our aim is to make the decision to go virtual less difficult for you to make. 

More than that, we also hope to prepare you to go well beyond that, past the decision-making process, and toward seeing all of the benefits of going virtual. read more…