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the process

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Stay tuned to learn more about what the process looks like when you book with Abbey Ratcliff.

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Live out of the Denver Metro area? Don’t want to pay for shipping large, heavy pieces of signage? We coordinated with this dreamy couple to create signage that could mailed in a small package! With the help of their family & friends, they cut & stained wood as a sturdy backing for the signage & paperie!
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Abigail & Michael— I still drool over this snowy, magical wedding day!!! Captured by @maikomedia

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My go-to paper-gal, @taraspencer_

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I’m not the best at keeping the social media world updated with projects & pieces & such, but custom watercolor homes/offices are still a favorite of mine. Such a keepsake for years to come.
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DM/email me & mention this post for 10% off of your Christmas order (I’ll be taking 20 this year beginning Sept 1!🎄)

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“After searching through tons of the same style ‘proposal’ cards and not loving any, these were exactly what I was looking for— simple, classic. Thank you!” -sarmuratore
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Love love hearing these reviews! We now offer a few more options— swipe through the frames to see👏🏼
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📷: @raebarber_

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A bit behind on posting, but this dreamy shoot was featured on @greylikes about a month ago! Link will be in my bio for a few days👏🏼
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Film Photography by @decorusfineart — Design/planning by @curatedenver

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Margaret ‘Margo’ Leanne Ratcliff will be making her appearance early January 2020!!! We couldn’t be happier to welcome this little miracle into our family.
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This is a large reason I’ve been a bit MIA on this account. I spent most of weeks 5-11 in bed (or the bathroom🤢🤦🏼‍♀️). Goodness it was rough physically & emotionally!!! Anyone else have brutal first trimesters?!
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However, through the sickness & pain we are so grateful for this gift & pray that she grows to be kind, strong, generous, & love the Maker with all that she is.
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Also, beginning to dream of nursery art pieces— excited to share with you all!

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a favorite of mine.
simple, textured, & calming (somewhat of a strange word to use whenever describing place cards, but for whatever reason, it’s true!)
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Also— the ribbon can be used to indicate main dish preference. Your guests will be mind blown that your waiters “knew” what they had chosen on their rsvp cards😉

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I adored all of the elements Amanda desired to be included in her custom wedding invitation— specifically lyrics to a hymn that resinated deeply with the couple. This piece had delicately hand torn edges— they desired for their guests to keep this piece as art, a gift to be framed & cherished.
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Happy Easter Weekend!!

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Cheers to Monday, friends!
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Illustrated Cocktails are absolutely a favorite of mine to create— especially for a human like @abbyprescott😘
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@maikomedia

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“He stepped down trying not to look long at her, as if she were the sun, yet he saw her, like the sun, even without looking” -Leo Tolstoy
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An all time favorite photo of my work— complete with calligraphy on @share.studios’ handmade paper, an abstract watercolor piece depicting the emotion of an embrace, florals from @premastyle, planning by @bluebirdproductions, & captured by @lauramurray—

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As part of my 50 paintings, 50(75?..🤦🏼‍♀️) days challenge at @abbey.ratcliff50 — I created this custom piece.
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I’m fascinated by pieces of art that can capture an emotion— pieces that actually make your heart & soul feel. This is absolutely what draws me to custom work— .
I have created a listing for custom line art such as the piece above (in my bio). Whether it may be a mother holding her baby for the first time, a couple walking out of their ceremony, a dad playing catch with his child, a first day of school picture, or maybe just a hug, this is a piece that will hold emotion on your wall!
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These lines are purposeful & meaningful— & might I add, this would be a PERFECT gift for an anniversary, wedding, mother’s/father’s day, or birthday!

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I’m only taking 8 custom custom watercolor home orders for Mother’s Day!! Order by May 1st to guarantee the delivery of you painting before May 12th. Please reach out if you have any questions at all!
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Each order will include a little bonus Mother’s Day Card/Envelope on handmade, deckled-edge paper for you to write in!
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Also— I truly need to start keeping these pieces long enough to get professional photos taken🤦🏼‍♀️ Thanks for bearing with the photo inconsistencies!

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Above is a picture of my first oil painting. Painted early Oct 2018.
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After a bit of research & more than a bit of dreaming, I created. I painted. Without much thought. I attempted strokes that matched a feeling. I chose colors that allowed a memory or dream to enter in. I allowed the oils to fall & blend where they chose. I permitted the desire to be perfect fall from sight— & I became absolutely GIDDY.
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I often hesitate putting into words my thoughts of art due to the fear of others not understanding— or thinking that I’m a bit bonkers— but it’s absolutely okay if they do. I believe that art is way to express a feeling when words are hard. I believe that art takes us to places. I believe that art & faith intertwine and pair so very closely. I believe that art is worth it.
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So I’m making more art.
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Every Friday (+ any other moment that life allows) will be dedicated to creating. to painting. I’m going attempt to let my “Instagram perfection guard” down & allow you all in as I learn my style, different techniques, what creative rhythm works for me, & where I will find my inspiration— as well as the frustrations & obstacles that arise.
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Please ask questions, share thoughts, or even join me if you can! I hope to connect with so many of you as I (we?!) begin & walk into this creative process!

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The absolute sweetest couple— Amanda dreamed of having an invitation suite with purposeful design & character; one that would encompass the personality of the couple as well as relay to her guests the purpose of their wedding. We included a venue sketch, a floral element paired with elegant calligraphy, & an insert containing the couple’s favorite hymn.
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It’s a phrase I use often, but a phrase I so deeply believe in— purposeful design. It is the small elements that make your guests think, “that’s so ____ & _____”.
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What is this for you & your babe? It could be a sweet pup, a mountainside, a specific flower, a goofy dance move, a piece of art, a song, a city, wine, guacamole(🤷🏼‍♀️)? I would love to know!!
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Captured by: @hannahmaysonphoto
Florals: @birchandbloomfloral
Venue: @themanorhouseco

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“After searching through tons of the same style ‘bridesmaid proposal’ cards & not loving any, these were exactly what I was looking for— simple & classic. Thank you!”
-Sarah M.
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Love hearing these words from a sweet customer!! Available on our site— shop - Cards - Bridesmaid Proposal Card! (matron of honor & maid of honor cards also available)

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