Weddings Galore!!

I've been on hiatus from the blogging world because of WEDDINGS!! Not my own or even my friends' weddings, but customers' weddings. I can finally share the results of the collaborations:

Custom-made stamps for hang tags/party favors.

 A visual story of their love (& awkwardness). The stamp illustration is based on this original watercolor piece.

The groom-to-be actually proposed to his wife-to-be in a knight costume. SO CUTE.

I borrowed the artwork from their table cards for their menus.

Birthday Weekend + Renegade Craft Fair SF

I invited my close friends to Hog Island Oyster Farm in Marshall, CA for a tutorial in shucking & a day of feasting!

Highlight of the day was everyone chanting "SHUCK SHUCK SHUCK!!" (instead of "chug" teehee).

My laser-cut charms were the secret hush hush giveaway item for my birthday at Renegade Craft Fair.

A customer brought me a strawberry chocolate cupcake from Miette for my birthday. The nicest ever!!! :)

photo by Bob Wu

A surprise visit from my dear NYC friends, Jessica & Bob.

Photo by Bob Wu.

Photo by Bob Wu.

Next up: Renegade Craft Fair Los Angeles!!! See you there!! :D

July 20th Happy Birthday Sale!!

***please note I made a typo on the jpg above. It said <$10 but it should be >$10. It's up-to-date now! Thanks for your understanding**

I'm turning the big 2-8 tomorrow so to celebrate I'm giving a little gift to all of you. Everyone's favorite gift: FREE 99!!! There are two ways to participate:

1. On Friday July 20, visit my online store and use coupon code "YOUREOLD" for free shipping. Then if you spend more than $10, you get a free gift, too. Hollaaaa. Please note coupon is only valid on July 20, 12am-11:59pm.

2. If you're in San Francisco this weekend, swing by Renegade Craft Fair & use the secret phrase "Happy Birthday" at my booth to get a different free gift (while supplies last!). Heyyyyy.

Ok, I think that's all you need to know! Now, go have fun! :D I know I will because I'll be watching Aziz Ansari tonight & eating oysters with good friends for three hours at Hog Island Oyster Farm tomorrow. BLISS.

Next Up: Renegade Craft Fair SF

Yay! It's my first time doing Renegade Craft Fair SF and to celebrate, I'll be debuting brand new prints, new buttons, and if I get them done in time... wooden coasters! It's also my birthday weekend so I'll be in an especially good mood, and offering a SECRET DEAL to those in the know: say "Happy Birthday" (teehee) to me at the booth and you'll get a surprise gift :). While supplies last! See you there 11am-7pm this weekend! Photobooth, DIY activities, booze, and with a beautiful view.. what a dream!

Ace & Ash | A Collaboration with Paper & Type

illustration by genevieve santos.  letterpress printing by czar press. design & photos by paper & Type. 

It's always a wonderful experience collaborating with Victoria, and it's fun seeing my designs in letterpress form. we'll be gearing up very soon to start the calendar... yeee!! can't wait!

Twenty Two Blog + Genevieve Santos

My dear friend Jill introduced me to Brittany Curran the founding editor of Twenty Two, a wonderful blog celebrating creatives, artists, food, fashion, sustainability, and all the other great things in this world. Here's my interview where I discuss my sources of inspiration, favorite biking spots in Los Angeles, and some other random, silly tidbits. Enjoy!

Oh, and for more Le Petit Elefant in the press, check out LAist's latest article about Renegade Craft Fair LA. Such a surprise to see :)

Seattle + Vancouver

Ah, another trip that involves mostly eating! Those vacations are my favorite, especially when you mix a little business with pleasure. Please enjoy the photos from my Seattle + Vancouver trip & weekend at Urban Craft Uprising!

Dot's Diner - porchetta sandwich

Walrus & the Carpenter - happy hour $1 oysters

Revel - Dungeness crab, seaweed noodle, spicy red curry & creme fraiche

Local 360 - PB&J bon bons with a shot of milk. We also had the whiskey flight. Yum!

Paseo - caribbean roast sandwich & scallop sandwich (go early while they have bread!)

Molly Moon's & Kevin

Urban Craft Uprising & the saddest card I've ever had to write.

En route to Vancouver & Stanley Park

The most delicious sushi (besides in Japan) in Vancouver, as recommended by my friend Akash. Look how cheap that uni is!! And it was sooo yummy, too. They even gave us extra pieces on the house. I highly recommend. And you can wash it down with some bubble tea from Dragon Ball.

Thank you for a memorable time, Seattle & Vancouver. I hope to do another Urban Craft Uprising soon! And perhaps move to Seattle because it is so wonderfulllll.