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Why the Tradition of a Paper Wedding Invitation Still Matters

Weddings have come a long way over the century, with many couples opting for more modern and innovative ways to invite their guests to their special day. But despite the advancements in technology and the popularity of digital invitations, there's still something to be said for the borrowed classic tradition of a paper wedding invitation. Paper invitations have been something of a borrowed culture in the Tanzania wedding scene, dating back to the colonial error. They establish a formality of hospitality, an attribute that is the foundation of the Tanzanian culture of "Ukarimu". Back in the day when we used to keep memories in tangible form, a paper wedding invitation was also a keepsake for the guests and served as a reminder of the special day. It provided a tangible connection to the wedding and allowed guests to feel included and valued as they prepared to celebrate the union of a couple and their families. Fast forward to today, the paper invitation is steadily taking...
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Valentine's Swahili Cards

Valentine's 2016

KumbuKumbu cards Valentine's 2016
Nothing gets me more excited about creating new designs than during the holidays.
I just can't control myself and I can easily get lost in my head.
KumbuKumbu cards Valentine's 2016
KumbuKumbu cards Valentine's 2016

KumbuKumbu cards Valentine's 2016

KumbuKumbu cards Valentine's 2016
Valentine's, though it's not so commercial in this part of the world, is one of those holidays that I  find myself everwhelmed with design ideas.
I like to keep it simple though, so the message and feelings that emerge while reading a card can be balanced.
So this year its about organic movements and culture, with borrowed influences from western trends in keeping with the rest of the world.

Then again, I just make my own rules about what feels right and what i would like to see in my own personal collection. It's all about the fun of it all...

Also these handmade gift boxes took a turn from basic "gift" box to "lets make it more fun to receive a gift" box. The seasons are the seasons we love to give, so why not give our best, the best we can afford and the best of ourselves... yey! for giving!

KumbuKumbu cards handmade gift boxes 2016
Valentine's 2016
KumbuKumbu cards hansmade gift boxes 2016
These handmade guest books were created for a customer who wanted to depart a bit from the usual. I made these samples for her sendoff and her wedding.
KumbuKumbu cards handmade guestbooks 2016
guestbooks 2016
KumbuKumbu cards handmade guestbooks 2016
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