Besides moving and settling into our new home/studio, I did something I never expected ... I created a website using CSS. Now don't get me wrong, I have designed and created lots of websites using basic HTML and WISIWYG programs. But this was different!

A client and friend asked me to redesign his website for him. But then when it wasn't getting built the way it was suppose to ... I got asked to do it. Yes I am patting myself on my back, because I built this site using DreamWeaver and CSS in just two weeks! And I got him set up with Constant Contact and designed a newsletter as well! And it looks great, if I do say so myself!

For those of us not super familiar with the code world ... figuring out how to make things work just using code is soooo exciting!! When I finally figured out to wrap text around an image - well my day was made!!

I am excited to do more with CSS ... so if you are in need of a website make-over ... give me a call ... I'm raring to go!

So you've decided to move your office, studio or even your home. There are so many things to think about and consider while preparing for this move. Don't let your address labels be one of those things you leave till the last minute.

This is the perfect opportunity to have some fun and be creative with your new move! I'm not talking about a redesign, just a little brightening and freshening ...

With my impending move, I decided to change a few things with my business card and ... address labels of course. I haven't changed anything about the logo ... well perhaps a little. But I have spruced it up and given it a new feel. I am very happy with results, but of course I am now thinking of my letterhead, package labels etc etc.

If you're interested in getting some fresh ideas for business cards or address labels ... feel free to give us a call anytime. We would be happy to chat with you!

Petra, Pordan

I am currently working on another photo memory book. This one is quite exciting as it is a trip to the Middle East. Never having been myself I am simply in awe of this persons travels, adventures and the wonderful photos they have taken. It has awoken the travel bug in me ....

Creating a coffee table memory book (in my opinion) is far superior to photo albums. They add that special something that albums just can't do. Perhaps it is that they are printed, or that they can be shared among friends and family, or perhaps it is the story, in words or images that we can be enjoyed again and again! Whatever it is, memory books are wonderful keepsakes for any story, adventure or event ...

VSP Design Inc.

What happened to April? At any rate, back in March I designed another Art Deco ID package for my lovely friend Vyna in New York. This was an interesting challenge as her company is her name and yet it is so much more than that! Her love of Art Deco made creating her logo so much fun!! ... but as we soon found out, sometimes what we like about a design doesn't necessarily translate into a logo or business card. So back to the drawing board! Luckily the world of art deco is full of many wonderful design elements that I was able to create the perfect look for her new ID package!

To learn more about VSP Design Inc and Vyna's eye for wonderful home design go to www.vynastphard.com

March is Epilepsy Awareness Month

Decodent Dezigns was pleased to offer their services to create a fun poster to get youth involved with awareness and understanding of epilepsy. Check out whats happening in your community to support Purple Day - March 26th!!

I am trying to keep this blog work related, but I just have to include this. Last Friday February 5th, I went to Vancouver with my daughter and mum to cheer on my brother as he carried the Olympic Torch in Squamish BC for the 2010 Winter Games! It was really something amazing to see and be a part of! How to describe the feelings ... proud, honoured, touched ... it truly was wonderful to be a part of something very special!

Accordion 4 panel - folded in from either end

Back in October I got a request to make a self-sealing invitation. After a couple of tries [and a conference with the printer] I was able to turn my Accordion style invitation with the tear away RSVP panel into just that. The idea was to fold the outside panels in on themselves and then in again, then sealing the final edge with a clear sticker. We were even able to print the return address on the back of one of the panels, allowing the other side to be free for the guests address and stamp. 

This is a great way to keep everything simple and in one place! The Accordion Invitation has enough space for your... invitation wording, details about the wedding/reception, map and even food choices on the Reply Card panel.

I have used this style for many custom invitations as well as for my own wedding invitation. The responses has always been positive and people seem to really like the uniqueness of it! The tear away RSVP is a great hit too! 

UHP 35th Anniversary Invitation

Decodent Dezigns was very excited to be asked to design the invitations for Urban Health Plan's 35th Anniversary Gala and celebration of their founders birthday!

A 6 card Art Deco themed invitation with wrap, printed on linen card stock ... elegant and beautiful! Each card was embellished with an art deco graphic to really set the tone for the grand event! Also designed were stickers and a journal cover.