upstate design studio
light. bright. airy. textured.

because your stationery should look this good

stationery that fits your vision

making the moments that matter most extra special

A handwritten note in a card, a digital illustration of your engagement photo, or a live portrait of your wedding guests. We're doing stationery differently. Hand drawn in Winnipeg, MB, CA.
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paper goods

Cards for all occasions, note pads, gift tags, and die cut stickers.
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live sketching

Wedding favours that everyone is sure to love. Live sketching of all the guests on your special day is not only a memorable keepsake, but an experience for your guests.
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wedding stationery

Helping you build a brand for your big day from save the dates, invites, day of stationery, to thank you cards. Cohesive from start to finish.

the
wedding favours
no one will 
leave behind.

Personalized wedding favours that everyone will love, take home, and frame. More than a wedding favour to say thank you but a memorable keepsake for all your guests.
live sketching

we make wedding favours that are truly unique.

Looking for a thank you for your guests that's more than a cookie, jar of honey, or olive oil? Check out live sketching, it's more than a wedding favour, it's an experience.

helping you create
a brand for your
wedding

customized stationery

Have an idea in mind already? Want to include venue art? Looking to create a logo or crest? Check out our custom stationery packages.

day of stationery

Your invitations should set the stage for what to expect at your wedding. Keeping your day of stationery cohesive with your invitations is key to building a wedding brand. We offer both custom and semi custom options.
unique wedding favours

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wedding guests sketched
every guest gets their own watercolour painting of themselves. birde & groom included. 

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cards sold
mother's day, weddings, birthday, baby shower, holiday & more. 

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invites printed
Save the dates, invitation suites, thank you cards, and more.

client reviews

sophie, 2024 bride

"I was so lost when it came to wedding favours and i knew i wanted something unique and special. Ally and her live sketching checked all the boxes: unique, special, and a gift people actually want."

j & J, 2024 grooms

“ally was amazing to work with, from the design of the save the dates, to the invites, to the many custom pieces."

Alyssa, custom design

“thank you again for the cards! They look so amazing in person, and the envelopes were worth the wait!"

Ally, 2024 bride

“Ally, you were fabulous! We got so many compliment! We can’t thank you enough!" (live sketching wedding favours)

the blog

Before upstate design studio there was a baking blog.
while it's not a focus anymore, the recipes are still delicious so check em' out.
photography by upstate design studio and cojo photography.