OWNER AND LEAD DESIGNER
Frances was born and raised in the creative haven of Florence, Alabama. She graduated from the University of North Alabama. Frances has been working in the stationery industry for two decades and has worked with thousands of brides throughout her career. This experience has enabled her to display her vast knowledge of stationery and invitation etiquette. Frances and her husband, Brent, have three children, Sadie, Wesley, and Sophie (and two fur babies Sassy and Sparky). When Frances isn't creating pretty paper goods, she enjoys spending quality time with her family such as painting nails with Sadie, throwing ball with Wesley, or running after Sophie. When time allows, Frances enjoys cuddling up on the couch with Brent and watching a good movie while snacking on her favorite special treat... chocolate.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Meet Holly Hooper, the creative whiz behind our stunning wedding day paper goods! As a passionate graphic designer, Holly brings a unique touch of artistry and elegance to every piece she creates. But there’s more to Holly than her incredible talent! She’s a lover of good music and her laid-back vibe brings a sense of calm and joy to the wedding planning process. Working with Holly means not just beautiful designs, but also a delightful, stress-free experience.
PRODUCTION AND ASSEMBLY
Meet Ruth-Anne, our powerhouse at all things production! She makes sure every detail is meticulously managed and every project is executed flawlessly. Her dedication to fine-tuning and special projects brings a unique touch to all our paper goods, ensuring they are beautifully assembled, packaged, and shipped. But Ruth-Anne is more than just a master of her craft; she’s a loving wife, a devoted mother, and a passionate memory-maker. When not working on pretty paper goods, she enjoys girl time with her daughters and day trips with her husband. She loves soaking up the time she has making memories with her family, making every milestone a celebration.
STUDIO ASSISTANT
Say hello to Marcie, our amazing studio assistant! As a newlywed with a passion for horses, reading, and photography, she brings exuberance and efficiency to our team. Marcie ensures our studio runs like a dream. Marcie's enthusiasm and dedication make her an invaluable part of our studio family. She seamlessly integrates her creative talents, personal passions, and professional duties, creating a harmonious and efficient studio.
ARTIST
Brianna specializes in sketches of venues, houses, animals, amongst countless amounts of other things. Her artwork has been showcased on save the dates, wedding invitations, and day-of items such as: cups, napkins, koozies, and programs. When not sketching, Brianna enjoys spending time with her husband, Aaron and son, Braxon, and their three dogs. She is also a very talented photographer and finds ways to be creative in everything she does. Speaking of being creative, Brianna and Frances met when they were both art majors at the University of North Alabama. Their time together at school made for a cherished lasting friendship.
WATERCOLOR ARTIST
Christina specializes in gorgeous venue paintings and brings our bride’s watercolor visions to life. Not only does she paint venues, but she also creates beautiful custom crests, animals, and signature drinks. When not painting, she enjoys spending time with her two sons, Bennett and Jack. Christina has a passion for traveling, books, spin class, and rescue dogs. But most importantly, she enjoys sneaking off to TJ Maxx to get her shopping on.
PROFESSIONAL CALLIGRAPHER
Suzanne brings her 30 years of calligraphy experience to Ledgewood Fine Stationery. She was co-editor of the 25th edition Speedball Textbook and is a Calligraphy Masters team member. She specializes in flourished Copperplate script and her calligraphy has been showcased on multiple Ledgewood Fine Stationery wedding invitation suites and custom monograms. Not only is her calligraphy seen on invitation suites, but she also addresses wedding envelopes by hand. You can see more of her work on her Instagram account @suzcunningham. When not doing calligraphy, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Jim, and two daughters Reagan and Ruby. You can find them enjoying family time at the lake with their dogs, Mabel and Dixie. Frances first met Suzanne decades ago and quickly made a lifelong bond through their love for all things paper and calligraphy.
