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Posts from: March 2011
This DIY idea is pretty brilliant, I’ve got to say. Go to Home Depot or Lowes (or your home improvement store of choice). Pick out your favorite paint chips in pretty rainbow hues. Cut into cute little eggs, fashion them into a garland with a bit of string and make the Easter bunny happy. Oh. …
For this week’s color palette I wanted to do something moody, but still really pretty and feminine. I love the mix of dusty navy blues and soft romantic pinks. It’s the perfect blend of masculine and feminine and it feels super sophisticated. Navy and pink can also be preppy with a lots of white and …
Another day another chance to tell you about a fabulous feature! Victoria of A Subtle Revelry just launched Styled magazine today, an online magazine loaded with gorgeous party and wedding inspiration. I was honored to have her ask me to contribute to a feature she calls 140 Characters – illustrated tablescapes inspired by a handful …
I have to say that this storybook inspired birthday party is easily one of the cutest things I’ve seen in a long time. The classic tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears takes center stage with treats like baked porridge topped with maple frosting and cinnamon and a trio of bear silhouettes takes center stage …
I am so excited and honored to share that The Sweetest Occasion was featured by Daily Candy today! If you’re a subscriber you’ll likely have already seen it in your inbox, but you can also check out the feature on the Daily Candy website where I keep company with some of the most amazing wedding …
Hello, friends, and happy Monday! I hope everyone had a lovely weekend. I’m going to jump right into the week with a batch of truly beautiful calligraphy inspiration. Calligraphy adds such a special, personalized touch to invitations and party paper goods. From favor bags and tags to menus, maps, place cards and envelopes, nothing makes …
I’ve been in love with this wedding since spying it on Style Unveiled. It had me instantly dreaming of fresh and colorful spring flowers, vibrant green vineyards and the prettiest farmhouse details. With gorgeous mismatched bridesmaid dresses in shades of pink and coral, an abundance of beautiful flowers and lush greenery, and simply stunning photos …
Tea parties. There is just something about them that I can’t resist. This pretty tea party was held in honor of cute little Ruby’s first birthday. Ruby’s mom, photographer Shannon Leigh Anderson, made the gorgeous invitations by scanning vintage inspired fabrics to make the tea cups. She also incorporated a lot of other crafty DIY …
Bring on the summer weddings! This color palette is all about fresh, natural colors perfect for an elegant garden wedding. Soft shades of green paired with a touch of the palest blue and ash gray create a palette that is cheerful yet refined. I can’t wait for warm summer breezes and the smell of freshly …
Now that spring is officially here, I’m more obsessed with sunshine and blue skies than ever before. And pretty little tables perfect for a sweet spring wedding or a cheerful Easter brunch. Bright yellow craspedia paired with crisp white linens and preppy navy accents feels both casual yet elegant. I love the combination of bleached …
I think paper cranes are officially becoming a new love of mine. In general I am in awe of all varieties of paper crafts and I’ve grown really fond of the symbolism of love and peace that origami cranes are said to represent in Japanese culture. Particularly fitting given recent events in Japan, don’t you …