47 HANDMADE IN THE NORTH WEST Add a personal touch to your big day We’re lucky to be part of a county full of talented artisans that create a dazzling array of bespoke wedding products. So, whether you want to add a personal touch to your favours, venue styling, or even your outfits, our wonderful region has something to suit. To help give you some ideas, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite handmade products. PAPER SWAN 07807 243 082 | www.paperswanstationery.co.uk Paper Swan is a design studio that specialises in luxury, bespoke wedding stationery. The owner, Lucy, works closely with her couples to create everything from save-the-date cards to luxury invitations and matching on-the-day stationery. “I take care of every little detail to ensure a seamless experience and a beautiful result,” says Lucy. “You can also choose from one of my house collections; these are customised to match your wedding colours and style. Special finishing touches such as foiling, wax seals, and silk ribbons can be added to give your stationery extra luxe. So, if you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind design that will captivate your guests, then get in touch to book a complimentary consultation. Don’t forget to request a free copy of the wedding stationery planner, which includes tips and advice on choosing your perfect stationery.” LAUREN YOUNG ILLUSTRATION 07954 336 032 | www.laurenyoungillustration.com Lauren Young designs bespoke wedding stationery using watercolour paintings. “Each set is unique to the client,” says Lauren. “I bring together my love of painting to create special stationery, and I thrive on bringing wedding themes and personal lives into my work; this may be a pet, a favourite place, or a venue. I can beautifully capture your wedding venue using delicate brush strokes to create your own bespoke venue portrait.” Lauren will set up at the location of your choice within the wedding venue. Depending on your package and how you would like to run your day, she can either work from a list of guests or groups provided by you, or your guests can choose to visit her throughout the wedding day. She can paint individuals, couples, or groups of up to five guests in one illustration. Each illustration can take between five and 20 minutes, depending on how many people are featured. At the end of the day, she will take all the illustrations home so she can add any finishing touches. She will then post these back out to you so you can send them out to your guests as wedding favours. Handmade with love Eddy Maynard www.jmdphoto.co.uk www.jmdphoto.co.uk
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