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a perfect combination between contemporary
for example I just did some beautiful classic
with some traditions,” she said.
invitations that added a bright pop of orange
Kate Rademeyer, with Loveletter Paper Co.,
to the edge”
said she recently created a crest for a couple
This technique is called edge painting.
who are both doctors and incorporated the
Rademeyer said she only works with two
caduceus symbol into it. We spoke with her about how some of her clients are breaking the mold. “Most of the couples are blending a lot of classic timeless elements with pops of surprise color or maybe something that is unexpected, 140
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paper types. “Handmade paper is a little more
her letter press work in-house. “My machine is almost 100 years old; I do all the printing in house so I can control the entire process,” she said. Her advice to couples? “Your invitations are really setting the first impression for your wedding so they should be
unexpected, handmade paper is made literally
reflective of the kind of wedding you are going
by hand; every sheet is unique every sheet is
to host. Start the process early and allow time
an art form as I see it.”
for the design process.”
Her company is unique in that she does all
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