Third.

Looking back, this year has been quite busy.
My business is improving and I love what I do.
In the end... I guess it's true, hard work pays off :)

Seeing as today is the last day in 2013 and I doubt Minted will
make any last minute announcements, it appears that Petite Papier
ended up in 3rd place in overall 2013 design challenge wins.
I'm quite happy with the results & hope to in 2014.

That being said, there are so many amazing, talented designers
in the Minted community and I [honestly] am just tickled
to be a part of such an amazing group of people
whom I've grown to adore!! Happy 2014 Minties!

and... Happy New Year to all my family & friends!!
XO -Erin

Deegan Family Christmas Card 2013

Merry Christmas to all our friends, family and my dear internet family :)

(card front)

(card back)

Petite Papier's 2014 Calendar is Now Available!

Before we know it 2014 will be rolling in.

It's that time again.... to purchase your annual calendar.

Check out Minted.com for a variety of beautiful calendars.

Here is my 2014 offering ...

Elegant Golden Glitter (available in 2 sizes)

It offers design flexibility on the interior.... there is a variety of color & photo options.

(one photo)

 (two photo)

  (three photo)

Close up of the printed glitter.

Tomorrow I'm excited to share my new foil stamped New Years Cards!

XO -Erin

Molly Byrd

I'm excited to introduce you to a new member of our family

Molly Byrd...

She's a Zuchon (Shih Tzu / Bichon Frise mix), 

aka a Teddybear. She also makes it extremely hard to work!

We love her to pieces!

-Erin

NEW!! Petite Papier now available on Celebrations.com

I've been busy the last few days working on a new 

collection of designs that are now available at Celebrations.com.

You can see my entire collection here.

There are tons of new holiday cards and 

holiday invitations available. Check them out!

Petite Papier on Celebrations

XOXO - Erin

Save The Date Card - Coming Soon to Minted.com

I'm excited to share a new design

that will be available on Minted.com very soon...

Petite Papier's Tagged

(in three colorways)

 (gold)

(aqua)

(peach)

Hope you're having a productive Monday.

I'm off to work on some watercolor themed wedding designs :)

XO - Erin

Stationery Gift Ideas from Minted

Personalized stationery is one of my favorite gifts to give 

and receive. What a perfect gift for Christmas. No?

Minted offers a wide variety of beautiful designs.

Here are some of my "coming soon" designs... 

Glittered Monogram - via

 Hello Friend - via

Flourish - via

 It's already November... it's time to shop :)

XO - Erin

Corporate Holiday Cards

I was excited to see one of my corporate holiday cards featured on Minted's homepage.

Minted has a wide variety of  holiday cards... suitable for any business.

Check them out [here] today.

Also, use the coupon code EMAILOCT15 to earn 15% off holiday card your order.

Offer ends tomorrow :)

Petite Papier's Holly & Berries corporate holiday card

is available [here] for purchase.

There are only 57 day until Christmas!

XO - Erin

Support Local Designers

I was thrilled to receive the following email from 

Minted.com yesterday. 

Scroll down and someone might look farmilar :)

My 2013 Holiday Cards from Minted.com

Are you currently looking for your 2013 holiday cards or holiday party invites? Consider Minted. Whether you choose one of my designs or any of their other beautiful options, I know you will be thrilled with their quality and customer service! Here's my 2013 line of holiday offerings...

All of the designs come in several color choices and many have alternate greetings! 

Alternate greetings are a new feature at Minted this year!

Stars & Peace - Via

Just Joy - Via

Simply Be Merry - Via

Chalkboard - Via

Dear Santa - Via

Simple Tag - Via

Twinkle Twinkle - Via

Golden Laurel Wreath - Via

Chalkboard New Year - Via

Twinkling Streamers - Via

Simple Glitter - Via

Tiny Tag - Via

Craft & Glitter - Via

Holly Holidays - Via

Sparkling Peace - Via

Glitter Very Merry - Via

Chalkboard Cheer - Via

Chalkboard Wreath - Via

Can you believe we're already talking Christmas?

Tis the Season!

-Erin

Featured Petite Papier Baby Announcement

One of my favorite birth announcement designs

is currently featured on the homepage on Minted.com.

Big Baby Name

Minted has so many beautiful birth announcement options.

Check them out if in the market!

XOXO -Erin

coming soon to minted!

A few of my new holiday designs

in the unique minibook format!

tiny tag - here

simple glitter - here

craft & glitter - here

The holiday minibook format is the perfect way

to share your family's year in review

or share exciting news.

There are many beautiful options available at Minted!

xoxo - Erin

Minted Special Prize Winner

last month minted announced some special prize winners

for their lifestages minibook card challenge.

i was so excited that one of my designs was awarded a prize...

there were many more winners. go check them out on minted's blog... julep

xo -erin

Where's Erin?

Minted Designers

via minted.com

AWWWW... SO CUTE

Over the weekend, Reilly severely cut her foot.

Mommy had to let Daddy take care of it.
GAH!

An hour later the doorbell rang and two neighborhood 

boys handed Cooper a note for Reilly...

So cute! No?

-e

PARENTAL FAIL!

i'm at a loss for words. 

enjoy your friday!

-erin

WHAT'S FOR DINNER?

PORK CHOPS WITH MUSHROOMS & SHALLOTS

INGREDIENTS

1 tsp butter

4 pork loin chops (with bone), 1 inch thick, trim all visible fat

1/2 tsp salt

fresh ground pepper

1/4 cup chopped shallots

1 cup fat free chicken stock

10 oz sliced baby bella mushrooms

1 tbsp dijon mustard

2 tbsp chopped, fresh parsley

DIRECTIONS

In a large frying pan heat the butter over moderately low heat. 
Season pork with salt and pepper. 
Raise heat to medium and add the chops to the pan and sauté for 7 minutes. 
Turn and cook until chops are browned and done to medium, about 7-8 minutes longer. 
Remove the chops and put in a warm spot.

Add shallots to the pan and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. 
Add the stock to deglaze the pan, stir in the mustard, 1 tbsp parsley, then add mushrooms, 
season with fresh pepper and cook about 3 minutes, or until mushrooms are done. 
Put the chops on a platter and pour the mushroom sauce over the meat, top with remaining parsley.

WW Points+ =  5

Yum :)

COMING SOON.... MOTHER'S DAY GREETING CARD

A new Mother's Day Greeting Card.

Available on Minted.com soon!

Available in 3 colors...

via

Have a  great day! -Erin

PETITE PAPIER ART PRINT

Petite Papier's Watercolor Series 301

is now available on Minted.com
:)

link

Hope you have a great Easter!