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Hello from Elise!

Hi there, I’m Elise, the joyful creative at Sweet Penelope. I specialize in illustration and design for celebrations modest or grand, always listening closely to produce meaningful work that captures your story.

My Portfolio reflects the diverse tastes of my clients, and custom invitations result from intimate collaboration over weeks or months. Let me channel your spirit onto paper!

It’s so easy to copy what everybody else is doing on social media, so when someone reaches out with a special request - kawaii Durian-themed invitations, anyone? - I’m ecstatic! Helping folks be true to themselves is the ultimate reward.

My home studio is just outside San Francisco, so I hope you’ll reach out if you’re nearby. Even if you’re on the other side of the world, I would love to hear from you. Let’s get the party started!

“Thank you so much for the beautiful work you did on our invitations and stationery. Everyone loved them!

But most of all thank you for the designs of our gifts for each family member and attendee. Our guests were so touched and thought they looked amazing.

It was an absolute pleasure to work with you and we truly appreciated that you went above and beyond at every step.

Thank you!”

— S. & B.J.

“Elise from Sweet Penelope was an absolute joy to work with! She guided us through every step of the invitation process with care and creativity, offering thoughtful ideas along the way.

The custom crest she designed for us is stunning and will be a beautiful thread throughout our wedding. The invites themselves were incredible—elegant, high-quality, and clearly made with love and attention to detail.

We’re so grateful to Elise for making this part of our wedding so special!”

— M.

“Elise was communicative, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable, helping us refine our design ideas with her expertise. She guided us through every detail—from layout to paper choices—while staying on schedule and making the process stress-free. 

When we received our invitations, we were blown away! The quality and craftsmanship were beyond our expectations, and we received so many compliments from our guests…If you're looking for a talented and reliable designer, who will help you make your dream designs, we highly recommend Elise! “

— M.H.

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