How to Make a Korean Tea Latte
At one of our favorite local coffee shops a few months back, Justin and I were introduced to the wonders of Korean Tea. Unlike leaf tea, Korean tea is liquid, often honey or simple syrup infused with favors like plum, pomegranate, jujube and others. But I recently figured out a wonderful new use for my Korean Tea that I wanted to share with you: the Korean Tea Latte. This would be a unique,...
Read MoreIn the Making: Paisley Wrap Around Labels
All the save the dates with the envelopes. Justin and I want to get much better about sharing the behind the scenes of how we design and make our handmade social stationery. So to kick things off, here’s what we did last night: Paisley Wrap Around Labels. After all, nothing says “romantic quality time” like a little late night crafting. I jest, but we really do like making these...
Read MoreCinco de Frida
Cinco de Mayo was last week. But it’s never too late to celebrate the contributions of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. Frida has become such a cult figure that her image, uni-brow and all, is more famous than many of her works. And I should know. I actually sleep under a huge framed poster of a Frida painting every night. To get your Frida on, I present 5 Fridas in different shapes, sizes and...
Read MoreHandmade Beach Wedding Bridal Fashion
A beach wedding, like any theme wedding, can give you a chance to express yourself through your design choices. And your aisle style is probably the biggest signal of your personal style. Here are 5 handmade design ideas for the beach bride, from head to toe, from my fellow Etsy Wedding Team members: beach hair pins Think tropical. Tropical flowers, plant life and birds can be an interesting...
Read MoreButterfly Panel Ceremony Program
Perfect for spring, summer or outdoor garden weddings, these are our new layered ceremony programs with diecut butterfly. This design features our pattern based on a traditional Indian print. We’ve started using our own designs as decorative paper so brides and party hosts can have more freedom on color choices. See more handmade designs in our www.KembaCelebrations.etsy.com shop. Butterfly...
Read MoreArabic Groove: Natacha Atlas
Natacha Atlas I love how some artists are able to mix the music of different cultures, times or tones and make something new and beautiful. One of my favorites is Natacha Atlas, who mixes the sounds of North Africa and the Middle East with modern dance beats. And that voice! Wow. She’s great for background music when you’re entertaining your most interesting group of friends or when you just...
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About Me
Kemba Johnson is Creative Director/ Owner of Kemba Celebrations, an invitation and design studio. With her husband Justin Margulski, she creates unique, modern and handmade designs based on cultures and themes.