Gilded in Gold Easter Eggs

Dying Easter eggs has always been an important family tradition in the Meyer house and as the children who used to guard their mugs of eggs soaking until they couldn't get any more color got older, the tradition has evolved with each of us celebrating the holiday with our own new traditions.  This year I decided to try a new take on the annual craft and was so excited to come across this super DIY tutorial for foiling eggs.  The process is actually pretty simple - especially if you've worked with gold gilding sheets in the past.  I found the eggs took the size (the glue for foil sheets) much better at room temperature.  Pics of my project after the jump.  Happy Easter!a

SURPRISE Wedding Shower

Last Friday we surprised Haute Papier's Vendor Coordinator Julie with a surprise shower in celebration of her upcoming wedding.  I'm a sucker for scheming to keep a surprise, and we managed to do it!  With help from our spouses we had mini-margaritas in Patron bottles inspired by one of the most innovative caterers out there - Peter Callahan along with tea sandwiches and custom monogrammed cupcakes from DC's very own Georgetown Cupcake.   Cheers to Julie & Skelly and their upcoming nuptials!

Stationery & Cards... By Subscription!

We’re thrilled to introduce to you Haute Papier’s newest and most exciting, exclusive, carefully curated, perfectly packaged… (are you feeling special yet?!)… Haute Box!

So, what is this “Haute Box” you ask?  For starters, it really is everything above and more!  If you choose to be a participant,  each quarter you’ll receive a fabulous box filled with Haute Papier goodies delivered straight to your door!  Each box is full of surprises - you never know what exciting new items you’ll uncover.  From old favorites with a fresh twist to emerging gems, we’re excited to give you a sneak peek at the sort of treats you would receive.

So, what’s the nitty gritty, logistical down-low? • $20 per quarter which includes shipping! • The value of the goodies will be at least $20 • You can opt-out at any time.  For as long as you’re a member, your credit card on file will be charged and your Haute Box will ship the first week of each quarter.  If you choose to opt-out for good or just for a particular quarter, cancellations can be accepted at any time - just email hautebox@hautepapier.com

I’m in! I’m in! And can’t wait!  How do I sign up? • It’s simple!  Visit our Etsy listing here to sign up for the year and here to sign up for just one box to start.

We hope our enthusiasm oozes off this web page!  We just can’t wait to ship the first full boxes to the week of April first.  Mark your calendars now!  You’re not going to want to miss out on the fun!

Well Branded Austin!

I wish I could say I just got back from a great weekend in Austin, but that wouldn't be the truth!  It's actually been months since I visited the great state of Texas where yes, everything is just bigger.  It was a quick weekend visit to see the hubby who was working out there for a while and then due to the hurricane in DC, I had to catch an even earlier flight home before the storm.  Below are some of my favorite examples of the clearly defined branding that flocked building all around the city.

AND it wouldn't be a trip to Austin without some serious tacos (including a visit to the trailer park for queso), new (to me) cowboy boots and a visit to the underside of the bridge that fills with bats... only during the day!