Monday, November 15, 2010

Diaper Cake for Baby JoJo

There is a new addition to the Aquino Family! Baby JoJo...to welcome the little guy and to "Shower" his mother I created this diaper cake.

No Monkey Business going on here...


Sunday, September 5, 2010

1 Year Anniversary!

Married my first love 1 year ago today, some dreams do come true...20 years of friendship, 7 years of bliss, 4 years of parenting and 1 year as husband and wife...always and forever...Love you Manuel...

After a year in review and a reflection of my life with my husband and beautiful daughter, life could not get any better...

I married my best friend...we have our ups and downs, however the love is true and the passion strong.

I am thankful for each day and the laughter and love that it brings as our family grows...life could not be any better.


Thursday, July 1, 2010

Vampire on Board

Latest creation, going with the Vampire craze. Went and saw Eclipse last night with some dear friends and I had yet to share the good news and wanted a creative way to let them know about our new lil sprout!



VAMPIRE ON BOARD


Right on the middle of the baby bump 


Design I created, inspired by the baby on board signs that you see hanging in windows of cars....

Summer Wedding in the Works

Since creating all of the bouquets and bouts for my own wedding last September, I have received a special request from a dear friend and family member to create the bouquets and bouts for her 25th Wedding Anniversary Celebration! With great honor I am updating her original wedding bouquet. The colors of the wedding are purple and silver. I am pleased with how they have all turned out! Please let me know your thoughts.

Congrats Aunt Susie and Uncle Mondo, may you be blessed with 25 more years of Bliss...


Updated Bride's Bouquet - 25 Years Later



Bridesmaid Bouquets


Groomsmen Bout



Grooms Bout



Overall shot of all completed

Saturday, March 27, 2010

Life Lately and Logos

The last month has passed me by...I am slowly becoming a hermit, it is in my DNA, and I need to be pulled out of my shell!

Hopefully the sun will start shining and I can begin to grow again, rather than wilt! I need sunshine, I need flowers blooming, I need lighting bugs, and the sound of cicadas to inspire me. The new London Target line is not enough to get me going!

Check out the first logo proof for KC FunRaisers...the crescent moon is an internationally recognized symbol of faith...The moon is known as governing the female principles of instincts, moods, tides, mystery, receptivity, feminine strength. It's all about stillness and darkness. A deeper look suggests however that the moon is the embodiment of the Divine, from which everything comes, even the masculine.

A crescent moon is in itself a symbol of transition and transformation as the moon moves through its cycles.

KC FunRaisers - Transition and Transform, Create Awareness, Educate, Entertain, and be Rewarded

KC FunRaisers is a Kansas City based company that plans and hosts social events to raise money for local charities. Our events give young professionals and other community members an opportunity to learn about and support local causes in an atmosphere where they can socialize, network and enjoy being involved in changing their community. Through events like happy hours, parties, sporting events and other activities, we hope to educate our audience and create awareness for our partner nonprofits, while providing an entertaining and rewarding way to assist those in need.

 


The Sun will Come Out Tomorrow, Tomorrow...Maybe the lyrics can inspire me, I can only hope.
 
 
The sun'll come out
Tomorrow

Bet your bottom dollar

That tomorrow

There'll be sun!

Just thinkin' about

Tomorrow

Clears away the cobwebs,

And the sorrow

'Til there's none!

When I'm stuck a day

That's gray,

And lonely,

I just stick out my chin

And Grin,

And Say,

Oh

The sun'll come out

Tomorrow

So ya gotta hang on

'Til tomorrow

Come what may

Tomorrow!

Tomorrow!

I love ya

Tomorrow!

You're always

A day

A way!

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

New Logo Concept

Hello All~

My newest creation will be a logo concept for a new and up and coming business KC Funraisers! Check them out on Facebook!

I look forward to sharing my new concepts with you in the very near future. I will post a few concepts and ask that everyone voice their opinion, only positive and beneficial, not cruel criticism will be accepted.

Saturday, February 20, 2010

New Beginning

This is my first try at blogging, I hope everyone that views my blog is entertained and inspired. For years I have been planning parties and designing invitations to fit the themes. I have worked with family, friends, and clients to create a variety of fanciful creations and notations.

Items that will soon be available for viewing in from my portfolio are below. If you are interested in one of kind creations made to your specifications and quality ideas and items, contact me and I will be happy to create lasting memories for you.

Portfolio:
Brochures
Business Cards
Custom Invitations
Flyers
Letterhead/Stationary
Logos
Event Planning
Print Advertisements
T-shirt Design
And Much more…bring your ideas and we will work together to make the vision come to fruition...

My page is full of images that have inspired me through the years, I hope some of the images on the right may provide you with a little inspiration as well.

I will end my first blog with one of my favorite prayers to my namesake. Enjoy and much more is to come.

St. Therese, the Little Flower, please pick me a rose from the heavenly garden and send it to me with a message of love; ask God to grant me the favor I thee implore and tell Him I will love Him each day more and more. Amen.

Quote of the Day

"A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out."
- My dear friend CAM shared this with me, it is so true.

"Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties."
-Erich Fromm

"A room without books is like a body without a soul."
-Found this on one of the blog's that I follow, if you know my passion and love for books, you would know this is something I truly believe.

"All children, except one, grow up..."
-Peter Pan


About

I am a local designer who loves trinkets and treasures, bling and baubles, the vintage and victorian, and anything with pearls and lace. I am inspired by black and white photos, old greeting cards, fashion, Paris/London, Frida Kahlo, Steinlen, and my family. I have inherited the gift of creativity from the wonderful women in my life, my mother whose vision is never ending, my grandmother whose soft and gentle touch puts just the right finish on a project, my sister whose words are never ending, my daughter and nieces with their pure outlook on life. Thank you for the gifts and visions that you share and inspire me to be the best designer that I can be. Thats me(Therese)on the left, the designer and owner of Fanciful Notations. I love to share my ideas with you. I work hard to create beautiful prints and creations that will leave an impression on the mind of those who are on the receiving end. Enjoy and remember to dance as if no one is watching.