Custom Heraldry
Thank you for your interest in Tiny Shindigs by Amelia Adams! I look forward to creating a beautiful one-of-a-kind design with you. Ours is a collaborative process, so that the artwork I create is completely unique to you.
We will create a whimsical watercolor crest or emblem that is tailored to your aesthetic. These can include your hobbies, favorite plants and animals, your house, a beloved pet, or anything else that represents you.
You will be provided your crest in a digital file so that you can include your crest in party goodies. In the past we’ve seen our crests on print napkins, drink stirrers, glasses, corn hole boards, banners, bars, and even a dance floor! Please note that Amelia retains copyright of all of her artwork and the artwork cannot be altered in any way.
GETTING STARTED...
To begin, please fill out the information form on the bottom of this page. Also, Images really help us to visualize your aesthetic. The more visuals of other paper goods you like or design elements from your wedding, the better we can match our designs to your vision. Please send images in an email to amelia@tinyshindigs.com
Based on your feedback, we’ll direct you to our shop listing that is right for you and let you know the earliest availability in the studio schedule to begin the design process. Once payment is submitted, your spot is reserved. Please note that our studio schedule is often filled up to several months in advance. We suggest reserving your spot on our calendar as soon as you know you want to collaborate with us!
PRICING
SIMPLE CRESTS- A modern take on an existing family crest or the creation of a simple, monochromatic crest. $500+
FLORAL CRESTS- Floral-only crests featuring the flowers of your choice, banner, and monogram design. $600+
INTRICATE CRESTS- A custom crest designed to reflect your own personal interests and heritage. $700+
Any crests including pet portraits or venue illustrations may have an additional fee.
THE PROCESS
The week you are scheduled to begin the design process, you will be provided sketches of your crest design. Marker sketches are loose and meant to give you an impression of the designs and color palette for each piece. They allow for easy exploration of different designs and color palettes. I anticipate that we will go through several rounds mockup revisions to settle in on the perfect design. Please allow 2-4 business days for mockup revisions. After we finalize a design, I will paint the watercolor versions of your crest and send you a digital proof to review. The initial proofs will be ready one to two weeks after the mockups are approved. One round of proof revisions are included for small edits and any additional design revisions will result in a fee of $150/hr.
TIMELINE
The design process can take as little as 4-6 weeks. However, I will spend as much time as it takes to create the perfect crest! The timeline varies but generally an initial sketch will provided the week you are scheduled to begin the design process, 2-3 weeks for revisions, and 1-2+ weeks for painting.
If printing, the physical press proofs will take 5-7 business days. The final printing process will vary on the intricacy of your design and printing method. Custom die cuts and letterpress suites take about 3-4 weeks. Digital printing takes about 10-14 business days.