Jamie's Blog

If I wasn't a designer, I would be a baker. I also love taking photographs, and I find inspiration in just about everything. Lately I have been really into cooking and baking. This morning I was making a carrot and apple cake, and literally had a creative aha moment when mixing the carrots with the dry ingredients. Here is what happened:

I recently got an inquiry for a Bat Mitzvah t-shirt design. I love how design can span across all mediums, and how it can really turn an ordinary party into an event that you can remember for years to come. Bar and Bat Mitzvahs are especially that way, as the photo albums, favors, and vidoes stick around for years and always seem to come out just at the right times.  Case in point, when I met my now husband's grandma for the first time, before I knew it we were watching his Bar Mitzvah video which I know he was thrilled for me to see him in junior high!

Below are examples of how design elements can be used to make a design carry through even after the event has ended. Similar to branding a company, an event has the same principles. This can be on t-shirts, baseball caps, stationery, event decor such as lighting, the possibilities are endless!

I have always been fascinated by cake decoration. I enjoy all of TLC's and the Food Network cake shows, and watch them to get inspired. I hosted a baby shower with some of my friend's over the weekend, and dove into the diaper cake centerpiece/gift for my friend. It warms my heart to think that she was my first friend in college, and just yesterday I felt her baby kick in her tummy. Amazing. I also really really enjoyed making this "cake" and would love to do more!

I am done with winter. I am over putting on layers of clothing to go outside. What I am excited for is spring, so here is a sneak peak of some spring inspired monograms. Are you or is someone you know interested in their own monogram? Just go to www.jamieldesigns.com to browse all my designs. Like what you see below? Contact me directly to get started!

I love Valentine's Day. I love all the pink and red everywhere, and the memories of old school Valentine's from elementary school. It is also a fantastic excuse to send out cards to your friends and loved ones! See below for my Valentine's day letterpress cards, sure to bring a smile to anyone that receives them!

I love pets. Dogs, cats, bunnies, anything furry! My stationery line, Pet Sets, showcases your furry friend! I can illustrate any type of pet, all I need is a photograph and your pet will be the star of your notes! Here are a few examples from the line.

I wanted to make something for my bridesmaids that I knew they would use, and would be really showcasing their personalities. Part of what I love most about my job is making a design come to life, and what better way to do that than for your friends! If you would like information on making that special someone in your life their own stationery set, you can request information at

http://www.jamieldesigns.com/Request-Information-From-Jamie-Lynn-Designs

My graphic design experience lends itself to design anything and everything. If it can be printed or designed for a website, than I am on it. Here is an example of business cards, one is mine, and the other is for my friend/wedding planner/client. You can also see how her business card has carried through to her website, at www.theidealday.com.

I am all about design flow. I believe it is not only pleasing to the eye, but also essential for marketing a product or service. If you would like more information on my graphic design work or any project needs, my information can be found on my website at www.jamieldesigns.com.

The wedding cake is one of the things that I ALWAYS look forward to at weddings. Something about the anticipation of all that yummy goodness at the end of a great meal just makes me happy. This is also the focus of my invitation line, appropriately called Buttercream. I am getting hungry for cake already!