Inspired by Turkish Tile from Istanbul: Mediterranean Invitations for All Occasions

Inspired by Turkish Tile: Mediterranean Invitations by B.Nute productions

As we wandered the streets of Sultanahmet, Istanbul, I couldn't get enough of the gorgeous tile work at every turn. From tile in the majestic Aya Sofia to tile in the grand Topkapi Palace, the colorful patterns were everywhere. I knew once I returned home I would have to make some invitations inspired by the gorgeous work. I decided to go with a soft painterly feel for the invitations.

Mediterranean Party Invitation by B.Nute productions - Inspired by Turkish Tile

I love the bright blue tiles. They remind me of the Mediterranean area and the wonderful waterways surrounding Istanbul.

Mediterranean Party Invitation by B.Nute productions - Inspired by Turkish Tile

The tile in this invitation above used great earthy colors as seen throughout the Mediterranean, especially in Provence, France and Tuscany, Italy. These invitations are perfect for any type of occasion - a birthday gathering, a girl's night out, a Bon Voyage party, an Anniversary; whenever friends and family get together to celebrate! Head over to my store and personalize your invitation for your next get together.

Inspired by Swiss Fondue

Inspired by Swiss Fondue: Fondue Party Invitation by B.Nute productions

I just love a good fondue party! At least a couple times during the winter I like to pull out the pots, gather the extended family and enjoy some delicious melted cheese. Back before kids, I used to host a huge crowd for fondue. I would set up multiple tables of 6 and have a pot steaming at each place.

Inspired by Kente Cloth From Ghana: A Tribal Invitation for All Occasions

Tribal Invitations Inspired by Kente Cloth from Ghana by B.Nute productions

I've been loving the tribal trend that's been happening in the design world. I've been seeing beautiful ethnic-inspired patterns on everything from shoes to skirts, purses to bowties. Of course, the paper world has been influenced too.

Over on my travel blog, Wanderlust Designer, I recently wrote about Kente cloth from Ghana, Africa. As I researched about the brightly colored geometric weavings, I was inspired to make an invitation design as well!

Inspired by Birch: A Woodsy Invitation for All Occasions

Birch Inspired Invitations by B.Nute productions

Last Thanksgiving we headed to Keystone, Colorado to visit my older sister and her family. Besides our delicious turkey feast and loads of hilarious sister time, I also loved our walks in the woods. Everyday we'd layer up and tromp out of their development onto one of several trails. At one turn you'd see a gleaming panorama of the Rockies, and the next we'd be nestled among the trees.

The birch trees were my favorite. Without leaves, and with the light snow on the ground it was the

Inspired by Vintage Candy Boxes: A Chocolate Party

Confectionery Dream Pinterest Inspiration Board and Chocolate Party Invitation on Etsy by B.Nute productions

This chocolate inspiration goes will beyond just Valentines... how about a Chocolate Baby Shower, Bridal Shower or Birthday Party?! Inspired by beautiful vintage chocolate and candy boxes, check out my latest Chocolate Party Invitation in my shop. Yum, yum!

Image Credits: See Confectionery Dream Board on Pinterest.

Inspired by BBQ Sauce Labels: A Wild Western BBQ Bash Invitation by B.Nute

BBQ Sauce Label Inspiration for a Western BBQ Bash Invitation by B.Nute productions

I'm not sure if it was the time of day, and I was particularly hungry, but when a customer requested a BBQ invitation-- and mentioned they were holding it at a Steak House... the first thing that popped into my mind was BBQ sauce!

Inspiration is truly everywhere. I had so much fun designing this invite. I hand made the background pattern... it has an old west, Victorian-weathered feel to it. Then, I made a bold "badge" shape to contain all the invitation details. More weathered textures, and lots of old western fonts... and it's time for some grilling and fun.

Mmmm, mmm good!

(BBQ Sauce Label image credits: Cattlemen's, Texas Rib Rangers Barbeque Sauce, Smokin' Jac's BBQ Sauce Label, Texas Texas BBQ Sauce label.)

Inspired by Italian Pottery: A Tuscan Invitation from B.Nute productions

Tuscan Party invitation by B.Nute productions**

Inspiration is everywhere! I can definitely attest to this. I must say, I can flip through a magazine, look out my window or spend about a second on the internet and will be inspired to make a new invitation.

When my sister asked me to create an invitation for her "Tuscan inspired" birthday celebration at a winery, the first thing that came to mind was Italian Pottery. If you happen to go to her house, you'd know why this came to mind-- not only is she nuts about Tuscany (and Provence), her home echos this color palette and styling to a T.

To create this Tuscan Party invitation, I looked through several different Italian pottery patterns and then hand drew my own. Then I scanned and "painted" it on the computer. Of course, a little "muddled" pottery texture in the background adds to the effect.

What inspired you today?

**Pottery Image Credits clockwise from left to right: Antique Italian Pottery by Bella Umbria, Italian Ceramic Dinnerware from Manor Home and Gifts, Italian Pottery Ceramics, That's Arte.com, Italian Ceramics from Deruta at Forno Bravo, Hand Embroidery from Italian Pottery on Needle'n Thread, Italian Artistic Majolica from the Tuscan Kitchen.