9 Beautiful Hand-Illustrated Wedding Invites

Your wedding invitation is the most impactful and fun way to leave a beautiful first impression on your guests. And we think that the best way to do this is with a hand-illustrated invitation that tells your unique love story. Whether that’s a custom portrait of your beloved pet or a map-inspired illustration, an artistic invite like this will be the perfect preview for your big day. See below for the 9 most gorgeous, one-of-a-kind wedding invitations that are truly works of art.

1. Custom Crest Invitation: This cleanly designed floral invitation from Happy Menocal combines hand-written calligraphy with wedding florals. We are also digging the mix-and-matched stamps here. (via Happy Menocal/Oncewed)

2. Watercolor Invitation: A custom crest with wedding date, fruits and favorite animals makes an unexpected and lovely invite. It would be great for a farm or woodland wedding. (via Happy Menocal/Oncewed)

3. Custom Pet Portrait: Announce your wedding date by making your pet the center of attention — it’s cute, unique and a totally adorable keepsake! (via What KT Does)

4. RSVP Card: This sweet and simple illustration from artist Katy Smail is beautifully hand drawn, adding that necessary personal touch to your wedding suite. (via Katy Smail)

5. Illustrated Floral Invitation: Shannon Kirsten is an expert in flora-inspired invites, and after just one look at her work you’ll see why. (via Shannon Kirsten)

6. Unfolding Illustrated Invitation: Tell the story of your wedding day with a fold-out invitation that perfectly illustrates the festivities of your big day. (via Shhh My Darling/Ruffled)

7. Wedding Wreath Invitation: The simple design of this illustrated wedding wreath shows off this couple’s style with understated elegance. (via Feast Calligraphy)

8. Geometric Watercolor Save the Date: Plan on having geometric-inspired decor at your wedding? Although not exactly an illustrated invite (but definitely a fun DIY), this geometric save the date is a fun way to show off your modern wedding style. (via Camille Styles)

9. Illustrated Wedding Venue Invitation: If you thoughtfully chose your wedding venue (i.e., a beautiful spot where your fiancé popped the question or the cute chapel you guys would pass by on your hike), use it as the focal point of your invite. (via Laura Lavender/100 Layer Cake)

Will you be creating your own invitations? What will your hand-illustrated invitations look like? Let us know in the comments!

Kristin Hannah is the it-girl in historical fiction at the moment. Her most popular book has sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide, and her works have been adapted for TV and, soon, the big screen! These Kristin Hannah books are some of the best book club books to read with your friends, or to curl up with on a rainy day. We're here to set the record straight with everything you need to know about Kristin Hannah, and why we can't stop obsessing over her heartbreaking, powerful, and beautiful storytelling.

Who is Kristin Hannah?

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Kristin Hannah is a #1 NY Times best selling American author who has, most notably, written books like The Nightingale, Firefly Lane, and The Women. She has been taking off on social media after the release of her newest novel The Women. She is pictured above (right) talking to the director on set of her TV Series adaptation of her book, Firefly Lane.

Why is everyone talking about Kristin Hannah books?

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Right now, everyone is talking about the newest Kristin Hannah book, The Women, because of how emotionally-driven and addicting the storytelling is. Much like Bridgerton, Hannah's books are historical and female-led, and are being adapted for the screen with star-studded casts. These stories are sure to leave you feeling every emotion from heartbreak to nostalgia. They'll have you crying one minute and laughing the next!

How many Kristin Hannah books have been made into movies?

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Hannah's books are very popular in the adaption world. While many are talked about over who will turn them into movies or shows, some have already been made. Netflix optioned Firefly Lane for a series starring Katherine Heigl, which released in 2021. A movie version of The Nightingale is in the works for 2025 with Dakota and Elle Fanning as the sisters. More of Kristin Hannah's books are also in talks to be made into movies like The Great Alone and Home Front.

Top 5 Kristin Hannah Books To Read In 2024

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The Nightingale

This Kristin Hannah bestseller is set in 1939 France during World War II, and uncovers what it means to find love in tragedy. It follows Vianne Mauriac, who's sending her husband off to the war against the Nazis. Shortly after, a German captain invades her home, jeopardizing her and her daughter's safety.

Meanwhile, Vianne's sister falls in love with a Frenchman. But when he betrays her, she joins the Resistance, leaving trouble and worry in her path. This book will take you through the ups and downs of love, the chaos of wartime, and the strength of family.

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The Women

The story starts in Socal in 1965 with leading lady Frances McGrath studying to be a nurse. She grew up with quite a conservative family, but formed her own way as she grew up, stepping step off the path she was raised in. When her brother joins the army, Frankie makes the daring decision to join him as a nurse.

She discovers so much destruction and hardship, but in the face of overwhelming horrors, Frankie forges friendships, overcomes struggles, and fights her way to make it through. This book shows you what it means to be courageous and to make your own destiny.

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The Four Winds

Set in 1921 Texas during The Great Depression, this book takes us to the Dust Bowl where a woman named Elsa Martinelli is living with her two children, her alcoholic husband, and his parents. She's struggling to make it through, but she knows she needs to be strong for her children. After too many hardships, she makes the tough decision to take her children west to California, in hopes of finding a better life.

The second half takes a surprising twist and depicts Elsa's struggles raising her kids in 1935 Southern California after her move. This Kristin Hannah book will show you the true meaning of the American Dream and what it takes to fight for your happiness in the midst of hardship.

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Firefly Lane

This book is a coming-of-age story about best friends Tully and Kate, starting in 1974 and spanning many years. The story follows these ladies as they navigate life as two very different individuals. Kate, the introverted and rule-follower type, while Tully's more extroverted and playful. They navigate conflict, family problems, and more. But most importantly they learn how to love each other through it. This story will break your heart and make you feel a million emotions all at once. It's a must read due to its intense storyline and powerful views on friendship between two flawed and broken people.

Make sure to read this book or catch the series featuring Katherine Heigl on Netflix! The series has multiple seasons and was a fan-favorite with how it depicted Hannah's writing and followed the storyline so closely.

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The Great Alone

This Kristin Hannah book opens in 1947 Alaska, where Ernst Albright is making his way home after serving and fighting in the Vietnam War. The gruesome realities of war changed him, and now his family is taking the brunt of the frustration and confusion Ernst is dealing with. After too many incidents gone wrong, he moves his wife and daughter to an isolated and lonesome part of Alaska. Though troubling circumstances, the family is comforted by the people in the small town and their kindness. But once the darkness of winter hits, not much can help them face Alaska's harsh environment. This book shows a family trying to grapple with their own problems in isolation while uncovering truths about survival *and* the outdoors. With over 772,000 ratings on Goodreads and 147,000 on Amazon, we see why this book is a top pick amongst readers!

Every Kristin Hannah Book In Order

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  1. A Handful of Heaven (1991)
  2. The Enchantment (1992)
  3. Once in Every Life (1992)
  4. If You Believe (1993)
  5. When Lightning Strikes (1994)
  6. Waiting for the Moon (1995)
  7. Home Again (1996)
  8. On Mystic Lake (1999)
  9. Angel Falls (2000)
  10. Summer Island (2001)
  11. Distant Shores (2002)
  12. Between Sisters (2003)
  13. The Things We Do for Love (2004)
  14. Comfort and Joy (2005)
  15. Magic Hour (2006)
  16. True Colors (2009)
  17. Winter Garden (2010)
  18. Night Road (2011)
  19. Home Front (2012)
  20. The Nightingale (2015)
  21. The Great Alone (2018)
  22. The Four Winds (2021)
  23. Another Life (2023)
  24. The Women (2024)

For even more reading recs like these Kristin Hannah books, be sure to check out our Amazon storefront to find some of our faves!

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If you've finished binging Wednesday and you've already seen Scream VI multiple times, you might be itching for a new Jenna Ortega project to watch. Well, we won't have to wait much longer for new images and clips because her newest movie, Beetlejuice 2, is already filming! Not only do we get to return to the wacky world of the 1988 film, but we also get to see Ortega as the daughter of Winona Ryder's Lydia, which might just be our favorite casting decision of the year. Here's everything we know about the movie.

The First Look At "Beetlejuice 2"

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We finally have our first official look at Winona Ryder and Jenna Ortega in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice! Winona's Lydia is just as emo as she's always been (thank goodness), and I love to see the contrast between Lydia and Jenna Ortega's Astrid. Even though Astrid has similar tones and edge thanks to the dark overcoat and boots, I really like that we can see colorful stripes peeking out from underneath her coat. Now the real question is — whose funeral are they at?!

The first teaser gives us even more of an idea of what to expect from Beetlejuice 2. It's giving small town coming-of-age, it's giving Halloween, it's giving family drama. I can't wait!

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We also have a look at Michael Keaton's Beetlejuice, who clearly hasn't changed a bit. I'm not sure what antics he'll rope Astrid and Lydia into this time, but I can't wait to find out.

Is Jenna Ortega going to be in Beetlejuice 2?

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Yes, Jenna Ortega will star in Beetlejuice 2! Jenna Ortega will star as the daughter of Winona Ryder's Lydia, and we're totally expecting this "It" girl to lead the film. In an interview with Vanity Fair, she reveals that her character's name is Astrid — which is brand new info!

"She’s weird, but in a different way and not in the way you’d assume," she says. "The relationship between Lydia and Astrid, [is] really strange because it’s a lot of catching up and putting the pieces together of what’s gone on in Lydia’s life since, which is nice, I think, for anybody who loves the character and is excited to see her again."

While Astrid isn't Lydia's polar opposite, Jenna does reveal we'll see them butt heads. "I wouldn’t say [Astrid's] bright and sunny at all," she continues. "She doesn’t go to the opposite end of the spectrum, but any kid who becomes a teenager wants to be removed from their parents. I think they instantly just fight whatever it is that their parent loves."

This leaked first look features Ryder and Ortega filming in Hertfordshire, England. You can see that Winona Ryder still has her iconic hairstyle from the original film, and that Jenna Ortega is wearing a wedding dress. We have so many questions!! Even though Ortega's dress is white instead of red or black, you can see that there is some peachy pink tulle in her dress. Even if her character seems different from Lydia, the two might just be more similar than we expect.

Who else is in the Beetlejuice 2 cast?

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In addition to Jenna Ortega and Winona Ryder, we'll see Michael Keaton, Willem Dafoe, and Justin Theroux. Tim Burton will direct, Seth Grahame-Smith and David Katzenberg are producing, and Mike Alfred Gough and Miles Millar have written the script.

When is the Beetlejuice 2 release date?

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The Warner Bros. movie is scheduled for September 6, 2024. When the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes began, the movie had less than two days of filming left. “I feel grateful we got what we got. Literally, it was a day and a half,” Tim Burton told The Independentat the time. “We know what we have to do. It is 99 per cent done.”

Tim Burton confirmed in late November, via Instagram, that the movie had finished production: "Just finished shooting Beetlejuice. Thank you to everyone involved." Beetlejuice 2 is going to be the perfect fall movie, if you ask us.

What is Beetlejuice 2 about?

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We don't have an official synopsis yet, but we are excited for Beetlejuice 2 to be another classic Tim Burton movie for one reason — he wanted to go "back to the basics." "I really enjoyed it," Tim Burton told The Independent. "I tried to strip everything and go back to the basics of working with good people and actors and puppets. It was kind of like going back to why I liked making movies.”

Movies like The Nightmare Before Christmas, Corpse Bride, and (of course) the first Beetlejuice are cemented in pop culture history because of how stripped back they are. Considering Beetlejuice 2 features a lot of the same actors as the first movie, we're expecting it to continue the story of family and coming of age.

What is Beetlejuice about?

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After Barbara and Adam die in a car accident, they wind up as ghosts unable to leave their home. When the Deetzes move into the home, Barbara and Adam try to scare them away, but only end up making things worse when they attract trickster spirit Beetlejuice. Watch the Beetlejuice trailer here!

Why can't you say Beetlejuice 3 times?

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When you say "Beetlejuice" three times, it summons the titular spirit to you. Be warned! Life is already crazy enough without the help of the supernatural, thank you very much.

Will there be a Beetlejuice 3?

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We don't have an official word on a third Beetlejuice movie yet (we haven't even seen the second one!), but if the new poster is any indication, I think we're totally getting a trilogy. The official name of Beetlejuice 2, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, means that we're getting closer to the original film's iconic phrase. You know, where you say Beetlejuice three times in a row? If we do get a third film, it would be incredible if it was called Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Beetlejuice!

How old was Winona Ryder in Beetlejuice?

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Winona Ryder turned 16 years old during the filming of Beetlejuice. Jenna Ortega is already 21, but we wouldn't be surprised if her character is the same age as Lydia in the original.

Follow us on Twitter for more movie news and let us know what you think of the Beetlejuice 2 cast in the comments!

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There's nothing better than discovering a new author who has a plethora of excellent reading material to indulge in! And Rebecca Yarros is one who delivers just that. She's a New York Times best-selling writer whose talent spans across a variety of different genres, and who's sold over two million copies of just one of her books.

From heart-pounding fantasy adventures to emotional contemporary romances, Yarros' stories offer something for every reader. Whether you crave the thrill of dragon riders soaring through the skies or the heartwarming bonds of newly-formed couples, this guide will help you find the perfect Rebecca Yarros books to lose yourself in.

The Empyrean

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The Empyrean is made up of the most popular Rebecca Yarros books, and it's thrilling series set to have five books total (there are currently two released). It takes readers into a brutal and elite war college for dragon riders, and the first book, Fourth Wing, has already sold over two million copies!

Fourth Wing

Fourth Wing is centered around a young woman named Violet whose plan to live a quiet life is disrupted when her mother orders her to join the college's elite group of dragon riders.

Iron Flame

The second book, Iron Flame, sees Violet's dragon-riding training intensify as she enters her second year in the program. The training ends up pushing Violet and her classmates to their physical and emotional limits, and a new vice commandant targets Violet, determined to break her will, while she grapples with a dangerous secret about the college.

Throughout The Empyrean series, Violet must find a way to use her wits and determination to survive. Iron Flame ends on quite the cliffhanger (there are, after all, three more books to be released). At this point, there is no confirmed release date for the third book, but fans are eagerly waiting to learn what lies in store for Violet and her classmates.

In an interview with EW, Yarros warned that the waiting period might be a little longer than readers expect. "I’m respecting my limitations and taking [things] a bit slower so that I can be healthy through all of it," she says. "So it’s going to be a little bit slower. But I have a release date, I just can’t tell you yet."

Legacy

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The Legacy series is composed of romantic novellas that are sure to snap you out of a reading funk. These Rebecca Yarros books are short, yet intriguing, and each focuses on a different couple. One of the best parts of this series is that each book is able to stand alone, and there is no specific order to read them in. Each one also focuses on a different romantic trope (from friends-to-lovers to second-chance romance), which keeps them interesting and fun!

Flights & Glory

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If you've been looking for a good romance series to dive into, look no further! The Flights & Glory series does not disappoint. Like the Legacy series, each novel focuses on a different couple and their unique journey to be together. These books are also standalone, which simplifies the process of finding your way around the series.

While each book is different in terms of central characters, they are all bound together by their themes. Each one focuses on the difficulties of falling in love when one person is guarded, and the challenges all new relationships face when partners begin to tear down each other's walls.

The Renegades

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This author delivers yet another enthralling romantic series, The Renegades! These Rebecca Yarros books are definitely on the steamier side, so reader beware if that's something you're not into. The books are centered around a group of bad boys who participate in extreme sports, and they're set in college on a ship traveling around the world. Each book focuses on a different couple on the ship, with the first book following a bad-boy athlete who falls for his off-limits tutor.

In Luv Duet

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As the name suggests, this duet is composed of two romantic novels. The first book follows Langley Vaughn, a wealthy socialite, who needs a date for her ex-boyfriend's wedding to her nemesis stepsister. She hires Iker, a soldier on leave who's in need of quick cash. Their fake relationship sparks real feelings, but their different worlds and Iker's secret past create challenges. The sequel explores the aftermath — and their fight for a future together.

Which of these Rebecca Yarros books are you adding to your must-read list? Check out 10 Popular Danielle Steel Books That Make Romance And Drama Fun for even more ideas!

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