On First Impressions

I’ve had my business cards for a while, and recently it came time for a reprint.  I also wanted to add stationery to my brand identity.

Luckily I stumbled on Megan of Toast and Laurel while reading Urban Grace Interiors.  Megan worked with my existing brand identity platform, using it as a springboard to create new pieces:  letterhead, envelopes with pre-printed logo and address, and uniquely-shaped cards for dashing off notes to clients and vendors.

The old saying that you only get one chance to make a first impression couldn’t be truer or more important to small business owners.  Right from the get-go, when I didn’t have a single client, I took care (and spent money) on my business cards. People still comment regularly on their quality.  It’s a subtle way of telegraphing how much I value craftsmanship and quality in my work.

It’s such a joy to work with someone who fully “gets” your brand, and is able to stay true to it while bring freshness to the table. I couldn’t be happier with Megan’s work.

Here’s a toast to Toast and Laurel, and all the first impressions still ahead for Amy Meier Design!

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Sneak Peek: Gloucester, MA

Today I am wrapping up my east coast travels.  Before I head to the airport, I thought I would give you a little sneak peek into another project I am working on here.  My client’s home is in Gloucester, MA and  sits on the Annisquam river.  The stunning view inspired me to use stormy blue/grays mixed with camels reminiscent of seagrass.  Before my visit, the kitchen was installed and the living room and dinning room furniture was all delivered. Over the last week we worked up custom rugs with Merida Rugs, hit up the design center for lighting and accessories, and finalized paint colors.  Here are few images from my visit:

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Project Accessorize

I’m on the road again!  This time I’m at my client’s in Massachusetts.  Today we are off to accessorize their MASSIVE built-ins we had made.  Wish us luck…it’s going to be a loooong day!


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