We're happy to announce that BT-27, one of our most popular baby invitations, has been nominated as a finalist in the Imprintable-Everyday category for the 21st Annual International Greeting Card Awards competition, otherwise known as the LOUIE Awards. (Think Oscar for the Stationery Industry)
Out of 800+ entries, 176 designs from both U.S. and international publishing companies made it to the final round of judging held on January 29-30, 2009 in Washington, D.C. To be eligible for judging, all entries had to be marketed and sold in the U.S. during 2008.
A panel of 13 judges scored entries on a scale of 1-10 for Imagination, Impact, Artistry, Harmony, Sendability and Value. Winners in each of the 58 categories will be announced at Capitale in New York City on May 18th. The event begins at 6:30 PM and includes a viewing of all LOUIE Award finalists, followed by an awards presentation.
"The companies named as LOUIE finalists clearly show the creativity and artistic talent that are evident in our industry's products," said Greeting Card Association President Steve Laserson of American Greetings Corporation, Cleveland, OH.
Entries will also be on display at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center during the National Stationery Show, which runs from May 17th through May 20th in New York City.
BT-27, "Apple's Cart," may be purchased at hundreds of boutique card and gift shops throughout the U.S., as well as online. Visit www.bellaink.com and select the "Find a Store" link for a retailer near you.
