umama { a portfolio }

the personal blog + portfolio of a paper and prose lover

Our newest little art deco invite, inspired by mr. gatsby

calligraphy by the lovely joan yoda

had a chance to visit the planetarium today, and am in love. literally. i can’t even fathom this infinite world out there, and me just being a speck in all of it. 

Shine on Miss Reina! Here is my lovely little invite getting some love from Peter Loves Jane and 100 Layer Cake - sweet!!!

The kinds of things…
A note from John Keats to his dearest love, Fanny Brawne.

The kinds of things…

A note from John Keats to his dearest love, Fanny Brawne.

What to do when you’re home sick? Create something new ♥ I have been dying to make a constellation invite, now I actually had time.

For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life.
It’s always been about the love.

For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish but have eternal life.

It’s always been about the love.

i love this quote. so many times i am caught in that moment of … what if… here’s to just letting that go. returning from spring break and feeling renewed, ready for a leap.
sweet texture via mellowmint 
 

i love this quote. so many times i am caught in that moment of … what if… here’s to just letting that go. returning from spring break and feeling renewed, ready for a leap.

sweet texture via mellowmint 

 

this time last year I was enjoying the sun kissed rays of colombia. this year, i am home cuddled up in pjs on chilly days and even frostier nights. it’s okay, i’m perfectly content with a moment to press pause on life and just relax.

this time last year I was enjoying the sun kissed rays of colombia. this year, i am home cuddled up in pjs on chilly days and even frostier nights. it’s okay, i’m perfectly content with a moment to press pause on life and just relax.


Pretty little invites, in the form of a love letter, I totally love them. 

had a peacefully sweet escape with my alfie in vermont this weekend… and now i am totally missing just being able to walk around in pajamas in the snuggeries, sipping white christmas tea in the middle of february, and eating freshly baked peach tarts.. sigh 

had a peacefully sweet escape with my alfie in vermont this weekend… and now i am totally missing just being able to walk around in pajamas in the snuggeries, sipping white christmas tea in the middle of february, and eating freshly baked peach tarts.. sigh 

now, updated in my shop, a general guide to pricing! 

now, updated in my shop, a general guide to pricing! 

taking sunday for pure rest, a break from work, technology overload, the crazy stir of the week… here is a glimpse into what brings me clarity, and where my mind has been 
happy sunday loves ♡

taking sunday for pure rest, a break from work, technology overload, the crazy stir of the week… here is a glimpse into what brings me clarity, and where my mind has been 

happy sunday loves 

an amazing collaboration with some seriously talented ladies... A Charming Occasion, Stella Bloom Designs and Lavender & Twine, a Hushed Commotion, Saja Wedding,MJB Cakes and not to mention one of my lovely brides, Crystal Robinson, the makeup artist for the bride!An amazing collaboration with A Charming Occasion, Stella Bloom Designs and Lavender & Twine, a Hushed Commotion, MJB Cakes,  Crystal Robinson and Saja Weddings.

I am super stoked to share with you photos from a Valentine’s Day shoot I participated in that is featured over on Style Me Pretty today. Everything was inspired by pale ivories, soft blushes, and my super fave - glittery golds! So romantic! 

What an amazing collaboration with some seriously talented ladies… A Charming OccasionStella Bloom Designs and Lavender & Twinea Hushed CommotionSaja Wedding,MJB Cakes and not to mention one of my lovely brides, Crystal Robinson, the makeup artist for the bride! 


Check out the full post here

beach wedding |  anchor totes designed umamajen + daves beachfront wedding     perfect post for the blizzardy weather we are having& here are some lovely photos from  one of my fave diy brides& she totally took the whitman suite and owned it!!! she made the custom stamped sacs for the invite, totes, glasses, and koozies for the guests. love, love, love!jen + dave’s beachfront wedding 

perfect post for the blizzardy weather we are having… here are some lovely photos from  one of my fave diy brides… she totally took the whitman suite and owned it!!! she made the custom stamped sacs for the invite, totes, glasses, and koozies for the guests. love, love, love! 

My sister is pretty much the best when it comes to invites for the little ones. Here are her newest lovelies. ❤
now check ‘em out here!

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