Wow, what a great week the studio had! We packed our bags, hooked up with some really great friends and headed to the Caribbean Christian Centre for the Deaf in Knockpatrick, Jamaica; otherwise known as CCCD. We sketched, we painted, crocheted, colored, we sewed, we laughed, we loved. We even got better at signing! The trip was fantastic and we believe the children had a lot of fun. CCCD, we can’t wait to come again. See you in 2019!
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Celebrating 10 years of business calls for a total redesign doesn’t it? That is what Graft-Jacquillard Funeral and Cremation Services thought. SMH was more than glad to provide. From logo, signage, stationery, advertisements, business collateral, team sport promotions; you name it; Graft-Jacquillard has a fantastic new look every where you turn. Would you like to read the local news article written by Paul Paterra on Graft-Jacquillard’s 10th year celebration? Please visit their social media page. SMH Illustration & Design was more than happy to make Graft-Jacquillard’s 10 Years of Service Celebration a complete success. While they aren’t done celebrating yet, our part in the project is nearing
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Recently the studio had the privilege of designing a custom sign for a client. Matthew 8:27B was the chosen verbiage. Placing it on a wooden, rustic looking backdrop, the client was pleased that the wood grain shown through.
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Now that our gifts have all been distributed, we can begin to showoff our creativity. Thank you to everyone who has supported the studio in 2016. Whether it be by commissioning us for artwork, recommending us to others, “liking” our social media posts, or simply by visiting our website; all are import to us and we are grateful. May everyone have a happy and prosperous New Year in 2017. These photos are the glass etching we did for some of the companies who commissioned us for logos.
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Do you know anyone with the 15683 zip code? If so, they are eligible to enter our 2016 Winter Light Home Decorating Contest. In order to register a home for the contest, please submit their mailing address to our Facebook Page under this particular post. During the week of Christmas our staff of judges will drive past these addresses and decide who gets the honored ornament for the 2016 year. The classy ornament is constructed of etched glass and of course was handmade by the studio. It looks fabulous on a tree. Stayed tuned to find who has the best decorated
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LA Industries LLC asked the studio to create their product labels for CFPP Plus 100. After doing the research for this product, we have learned that it is a must-have for any diesel engine. CFPP Plus 100 Winter De-Icer and Anti Gel will pay for itself in no time keeping trucking companies on the road and earning profits. Do you know anyone in the trucking industry? Be sure to have the call LA Industries for a quote and information on their products!
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Sadly not everyone is able to enjoy the holidays. Celebrations can help illuminate the losses people suffer. In an effort to help see these folks through, Graft-Jacquillard Funeral & Cremation Services is hosting a Christmas memorial service. It should be a delightful event that helps to aid healing. The studio was asked to produce a commemorative ornament for a take home gift for those attending. We were more than happy to oblige.
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Recently the studio had the privilege to create a logo for the Scottdale Music Service. Using a retro juke box look, this logo was fun. Doesn’t it make you want to turn up the tunes and dance? Thank you SMS for allowing us to serve you.
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After the Thanksgiving holiday has come and gone, we are still most grateful for clients such as this one. Graft-Jacquillard Funeral & Cremation Services has blessed us regularly with repeat business through out the years. Having more artwork to reveal in time, this Thanksgiving marque sign has been one of the many projects we were elated to provide for them. We will be posting more projects soon, so be sure and stop back and take a look!
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This little goodie has been posted just in time to celebrate “Small Business Saturday”. It is a Miniature Memory of the Scottdale Gazebo from Scottdale, PA. As is every Miniature Memory, it is constructed of a decoupaged painting onto a hand cut and painted piece of wood forming a statuette. Miniature Memories stand approximately 6″ tall and make wonderful Christmas gifts. If you don’t see one that pertains to you, we are happy to create one that does. Simply email us today!
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Because we truly appreciate all that our veterans have done for us, the studio was more than elated to create the attached image for Graft-Jacquillard Funeral & Cremation Services’ marquee. Located on the corner of Pittsburgh and Chestnut streets in Scottdale, PA, please take a look the next time you drive by. Better yet, please thank all of the veterans in your circle of life for their service and sacrifice. Happy Veteran’s Day veterans!
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Once upon a time… cutting biscuits would have meant you were working in the kitchen. Today, however, biscuit cutting is taking on a whole new meaning. While we cut, we are also enjoying this gorgeous fall weather. Hmmm… can you guess what we are creating? Stay tuned to find out!
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Working feverishly, the studio has been doing their best to post their plethora of scrapbook paper designs. We wanted to make certain that our autumn, fall and harvest papers were displayed before the snow begins falling. We have so much to be thankful for and hope these creations bless you as much as they have blessed us.
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After 20 years, our product is finally being commercially produced. Hooray! This began as a hand drawn item. Since then the studio has learned mounds about technology and software usage. So much so that we can offer this simple craft and teaching aid to anyone wanting to instruct about finances. There are three “buildings” manufactured out of paper; a bank, church, and store. Children can color each building. With help, they can cut and glue each bank to assemble them. After assembling, loved ones can teach the children how a certain percentage of every dollar they are given goes into
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M-m-m-m fall has certainly been in the air! When we needed a gift bag for a special occasion, this autumn design appeared to work perfectly. These bags are so pretty that they can double as holiday decor also. Are you interested in purchasing any? Please feel free to email us for more details!
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A mother of the bride wanted to bless her daughter with some help in the kitchen. She wanted to surprise her by gathering favorite recipes from all of the daughter’s loved ones and placing them inside the bowl of a brand new spiffy mixer! She then wrapped the mixer up and gave it to her for a wedding gift. When you have so much love and thought going into a present and surprise, custom created recipe cards are a must-have. The studio was pleased to supply them. We even created an image of the exact mixer that the bride received. Rumor has
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Do you have an old rocking chair? A cleaver client came up with the idea of having the studio paint on an old slat that once was the back bone of a sentimental rocking chair. Because there was varnish on the slat, the studio had to pull out the old oil paints from way back when. It was fun. We reminisced of the day when oils where all we ever touched. Now our client can reminisce about the days when they rocked their babies in this old chair.
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Because it is October, we wanted to be sure to post our scrapbook paper for Autism. Autism Awareness month is upon us and we want to honor those who suffer from it.
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More scrapbook paper, you might say? Yes, yes, the studio is doing its best to whittle away at posting our inventory. Today’s work consisted of our Gerbera Daisy collection. Aren’t they pretty? Feel free to browse our stock for more!
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Tis the season for fall scrapbooking. That is why the studio is doing their best to load the 2,919 different scrapbook designs that they have created. Today’s posting consisted of Yough School District and the Milton Hershey School. With 2,769 creations still not listed, we need to keep our shoulder to the grind. Click this link if you would like to see our work so far. Please check back often as we are doing our best to add more designs each and every day.
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Not too long ago a sweet bride needed directions created to place in her wedding reception invitations. We were very happy to oblige. Congratulations Luke & Maria!
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These custom made CD covers are created and ready to ship to M Photography. Since they have been a repeat client, we believe they must be pleased. FYI, they happen to be one of our favorite photographers!
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Do you know anyone who enjoys Dancing with the Stars? We do! We were commissioned to create a Dancing with the Stars Birthday party. Here a few images of the cookies, cake topper, party picks, recycled flower vases, and snack boxes we fashioned for the occasion. Party on and dance the day/night away!
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Okay, so sewing is definitely not our mainstay. When, however, someone asks us to create a bag to carry their dancing shoes; we don’t deny. Life is short, go dancing!
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In honor of 9-11-01, the studio was both proud and grateful to have the privilege to create this image for a social media post. A great, big thank you to our clients for their request. Thank you to all who sacrificed their lives during this horrific moment. May we do all we can as a country, and as individuals, to never have this tragedy happen again.
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