Thankful Thursdays...So thankful for "God ideas"!

Ya know, there are tons of our current colleagues out there who work day jobs, head home in a fury, wish about what they would love to do, dream about the crazy work schedule on the next day, wake up to a hectic morning, rush off to do their day jobs, head home in a fury, and wish and dream some more...only to see 5 and 10 years later that they're doing the same things they've always done and getting the same results. I don't know what it is about us as humans, that makes us sooo dependent on what is, that we won't step out to see what can be.
Is it: a. a lack of faith b. a fear of failure c. no stick-tuitiveness (nope, not in Webster's) to make things happen Maybe it's a little of all three. So, today we're going to share a few stories of folks who are using their "God-given" ideas, and making them work for them. They inspire us to keep chugging so that our gifts will make room for us!!

“A man’s gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.”

(Proverbs 18:16)

Success Story I
Ok, so what do you get when you combine two haute mommas, vintage style, and God ideas?

Oh Fiddlesticks!
Their funky & festive designs are adorable for our little ones....so much so that they're cute coming and going! The front features really cute vintage images describing a compound word and, have no fear, if you get a little perplexed, the answer is on the back! and for the show-stopper in your household, So cute, we might just buy some of our own!












































Success Story II
This single-parent mother of twins really has figured out how to make her gifts work for her. Featured in Black Enterprise in 2008, this now 28-year-old has managed to turn her once in-home stationed business into a multi-million dollar debt free operation, Elohim Cleaning Contractors. In 2002 (not even 10 years ago!!!) Sirena Moore, her father, and younger brother pooled their resources to start a construction site cleanup company. Not glamorous you say?...not glamorous = $2 million in revenue in 2008! She was recently named the 2010 Small Business Person of the Year by the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. Her favorite scripture,

Sirena’s Favorite Quote: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.” (Colossians 3:23 NIV)

speaks volumes...and if you're interested in seeing how she can directly motivate you, take a moment to check her out! Hats off to another gifted woman, making her gifts work for her!


Success Story III
Now last, but certainly not least, you have two daring siblings willing to quit their jobs to push a product line that endorsed a then Illinois senator/presidential candidate, who by most accounts, was not the "shoe-in" to win the 2008 United States presidential election. Regardless of your political preference, these two, Lorielle and Brandon Broussard, are to be commended for their daring approach to following their dream.
Their Barack The Vote slogan led them from potentially penniless to generating over $600,000 in revenue in 2008. Since the election, they've continued on to their new line, Yotown,showcasing non-political views but personalized maps of area cities....again, working together, making their gifts work for them.

In every success noted above, you'll see:
which in our world is equivalent to

What's missing in your equation?
Here's to a wonder-filled weekend as we all shoot for the stars so that others may see Him in our works. Ta-Ta for now!

The next best thing since sliced bread!

Just when you didn't think you could personalize your events any more than your now standard custom monogram, your new surname in GOBO lights, swarovski cake toppers, etched goblets, yes you name it, we THINK we've seen it....
We've found one more for you....that actually could be a rather pleasant, not over-killed touch.

Thanks to the Kevin and Amanda Blog, if you've ever wanted to personalize your printed event stationery with your handwriting...3 letters....W.O.W.

Imagine all of the wonderful ways you could use this custom feature?
Can you hear the heavens opening as I type?

Wedding websites...
Oh-so-personal-and-not-too-fru-fru programs...
Wedding scrapbooks...
Shower invites...

The best part? All of the fonts they feature are FREE!! yes, Fah - REE!

Not only does this best-thing-since-sliced-bread blog offer uniquely created fonts, but it also gives wonderful tutorials and FAQs pages to help even the not-so-HTML-friendly-world use.
I suggest you go on...meander on over to see written proof on their blog. You won't be disappointed.
Yet another virtual candy store!!! Save some goodies for everyone else will you?

What do peacocks, "50", and fabulous have in common?

What better way to celebrate 50 years of wedded bliss than to have a fabulous vow renewal?! We can't say thanks enough to Helen and Nathaniel for the opportunity to share in their big day! Not many make 50 and we were elated to be a part!! From the peacock blue lounge to dessert spread with the thoughtful gifting tree, the guests were able to share sweet sentiments with the honored couple while relaxing amongst hues of silver, blue, and gold.... feast your eyes on some of the amateur photo details....more to come soon!

Baby Boom-Boom-Pow?

Is it just us or are babies 'in the water' yet again? It just seems like babies are in abundance yet again. We get so many questions about baby showers and such, so we thought we'd compile some of favorite features from one of our favorite blogs, Hostess with the Mostess Sooo many ideas that could work for the pickiest or lax mom-to-be. :) We love this recent HWTM Blog post, "Peek-a-Pooh", because of the pooh theme taken into every detail!From the adorable diaper cake to the thought-provoking menu, no detail was forgotten. Want more inspiration? Meander over to Petite's own blog here: Petite Productions Blog

For the "modern" mom-to-be who'd rather wait until after the bundle of joy arrives to be showered with affection there's the relatively new craze of stopping by to take a peak at the baby while dropping off a few goodies. Yet again, the HWTM Blog captured an oh-so-sheik way of pulling this off to a tee! Check out this "Sip&See" affair.

...and we just love showers that look as though ANYone can pull them off....for those of you who love a good western, HWTM tickled our fancy with this casual and fun get-to-gether. So for all of you hostesses with the mostess...happy planning for your BFFs!

Thankful Thursdays: The Uniquities in Everyday Volume III

So, today we're thankful for such unique people around us. Sometimes you'll think you've known someone for so long, and then you find out something you never even knew. Frankly, there isn't much better than old friends and new conversations, allowing you to put a new spin on things. A fresh look at a seemingly old picture creates a new perspective...so as you meander through your day...and possibly get frustrated with your current existence, try to take a moment to look at it from another perspective. We love working with clients who welcome a new approach to things and actually, it is rather fun using that freedom to change a perspective to see things at an entirely different angle. Call us weird, but it's actually pretty invigorating! Everyday life can jumble all things up and get our hearts all in a tizzy...but every once in a while a visit from an old friend can help you recognize how a unique me can use my uniquities to still overcome the little things to make the big things like love, companionship, and family all the more grand. Thanks Val for that reminder. :) xoxo
Speaking of things unique, here are a few creative wedding invitations that celebrate marriage from unconventional perspectives:
Take a closer look:
Simply removing the dot from the word ‘claire’ reveals the word ‘dave’ proving that they really were meant to be together. The word ‘dave’ was printed in metallic blue on uncoated white stock and covered by a translucent stock which carried the dot of the ‘i’ and the wedding details on the reverse. The two sheets were then stitched together with white cotton. Published in the D&AD Annual 2007, won Gold in the New York Festivals and Type Director's Club and nominated for The Clio Awards. Designed at The Chase.

Definitely, not your typical cookie-cutter:
What's not to love about a story like this?
See the full invitation here:Jill&Matt Bad Banana Blog

Here we go again with that perspective word:
Here's a pretty cool 3-D save the date concept for Alex + Alexis by Alexis’s sister, Megan of Brown Parcel Press:

Thankful Thursdays: what a wonder-filled expo! Volume II

Well, here at Heaven Sown we are firm believers that we cross paths with others for a divine reason. Today we are so thankful for those divine connections and relationships that have contributed to who we are today. It has been such a pleasure to serve so many people, doing things we thoroughly enjoy! From carefully crafted invitations and unique floral designs created by us to wow you, to just having the opportunity to provide access to our colleagues/vendors we love working with....it truly is just a great feeling to be able to do what we do for you. Then there's just the thought to know that you trust us enough to share us with others. who you hold dear, what better way to remind us of your appreciation of a connection with us!! So yea, we thank God for the connections, in other words, for each and every one of YOU! We appreciate the opportunity God has given us to cross your paths and we look forward to sharing with you and your dear friends in the days of tomorrow! Covered by His grace, Heaven Sown

Heaven Sown sends a sincere thank you...

...for gracing us with your presence at CBEN Vendor Fair held in Morrisville, NC on February 10th! It's always a pleasure to meet new people and expand our network. It was fun to feature some of our latest work and you seemed to enjoy 'the bling' as well! If you missed out on the opportunity, no need to fret! We will also show a 'new look' this Wednesday, February, 24th at JCC's Black Business Expo from ten until 3pm in Smithfield, NC. For additional information on anything featured at the showcase or our products, please do not hesitate to give us a call! 800.252.2166