Minted. Christmas Card + Review

Hi Friends! What better way to kick off your week than a little reminder that Holiday Cards are due!  Every year I get so busy with chasing sales on the newest toy or perfect gift items, that I forget to actually connect with family and friends through our yearly Christmas card. I have an alert now on my phone that reads "Christmas Cards Are Due!" For some reason shouting out at myself via my cell phone calendar wakes me from my consumer sales comma and onto my computer. So if you think it's too late to order and mail out your cards, its not. In fact right now is a better time than any!

With every announcement and/or occasion that comes around, I always head to Minted.com for their ample supply of amazing designs and easy customization. This year we took our family photos at the local Christmas Tree farm right outside of town which made for the perfect backdrop for our Holiday Cards.
Minted. has a community of independent artists that offer lovely designs that are original and unique. Whatever design you choose it arrives in a beautifully packaged box with a mini bio of the artist and sealed with a signed label of who packed your particular order.

Minted.'s easy to use "Find It Fast" tool allows you to see exactly how your photo will look in every design that is offered. This helps narrow down your search and gives you a preview of what to expect.  When customizing our photo card, I chose a simple yet stunning design by the talented Alston Wise. 

You may also choose among an array of coordinating envelopes. I chose kraft brown as it went well with our outdoor photo. Be sure to also add on their FREE "Recipient Addressing" Styled to Match Your Cards.  I actually missed this step and wished I had my recipients' addresses with me at the time I ordered. I mean HOW CONVENIENT & GENEROUS IS THIS?

They also give you the option to add a "backer" to your cards with your own photo or suggested colors allowing for an extra customization that adds a nice accent to your overall card. I chose to add an additional photo of our kiddos as our out-of-town family and friends love to see their sweet little faces any chance they get.

Another detail that I love about Minted.'s cards are the quality and thickness of the paper that is used.  You can choose from 100% recycled premium paper or Pearlescent paper.

I am absolutely thrilled with how well they turned out and the quick and easy process making creating our christmas card a wonderful experience that I look forward to every time I am visiting their site.

As a gift to all Minted. customers, they are offering FREE expedited shipping with code: "SHIP". They are also offering customers 15% off Holiday Cards with promo code: "Winter 15".

Christmas Tree Farm Family Photos

Hi Friends! It's that time of year again to gather together for a beautiful memorable family photo.  This year, we decided to take it outside and take a few fun shots at a local Christmas Tree Farm here in town. There is something so magical about a Christmas Tree, it not only brightens up the Christmas Holiday, the smell brings back so many wonderful memories as a child creating a nostalgia atmosphere every time I walk into our living room. Minus the pine-needles that seem to pile up on the floor seconds after cleaning up the previous pile, if left up to me, I would keep our tree up year around. Yes, I'm that crazy Christmas nut that can't seem to get enough of the holiday spirit. So, when we found this Christmas Tree farm (via a friend on Facebook), I thought it would be a fun and unique way to capture our family this holiday season. With the last minute decision to schedule a family photo shoot, I didn't have enough time to hire a photographer. So I packed up my camera and tripod, threw a few outfits together for the fam that somewhat coordinated and off to the tree farm we went. Here are a few photos out of A LOT of no-so-pretty attempts that might make a frame or two :)

After we arrived home, I went to Minted.com to work on our Christmas Cards. I love their designs and website and they always deliver the best product every year.  Be sure to check back here next week, as I will be sharing more on my Christmas Card Design experience with them and might even have a little something special for Fawn Over Baby Readers!

Get Your Shine On with Minted.'s Foil Collection + Promo Code

Hi Friends! You are going to love this little "deal" I've got for you today! If like me, you are ready to add a little sparkle to your stationary/invitations, Minted.com has a collection that will be sure to wow you and your recipient.

Created using Real Foil-Pressed designs in your choice of gold, silver or rose-gold, you are sure to make a statement with these beautiful stationary pieces. If you are looking to showcase your own design talent, foil is also available in the Minted.'s new completely custom cards! No matter what the occasion, Minted. has created an opportunity for your stationary to stand out above the rest and connect with your recipients in style and shine!

From Baby Announcements & Showers - which includes free guest addressing to match your design

 To Gorgeous Holiday Cards

To Weddings and Art Prints

All Categories give you the opportunity to create a unique and special touch to your stationary this year! As "Thank You" to their loyal customers, Minted. is running their semi annual "FREE FOIL EVENT" starting today through November 16th! You will receive 20% Off your order by using the code: "FOIL" at checkout. So be sure to head over, as this awesome offer will end soon!