Throughout October I’m going to be taking some time off and have invited a handful of my favorite bloggers to join us. Today the awesome Clemence of Oh The Lovely Things is joining us and, in a word, I am pumped. Her blog is an everyday read for me, loaded with the loveliest finds in …
Diy wedding
Today we’re making a super simple and really sweet DIY heart garland. This project is really quick and an easy way to add a little fun to a wedding reception, party or even a bedroom or other room in your house. Even if you’re really not very crafty, you can tackle this one in no …
You know how I love a good wedding. And Meredith and Elliot’s wedding? It’s a whole lot of good. From her stunning dress and bolero made of lace from her grandmother’s wedding dress to the pizza and gelato served up family style, every little bit is just lovely. Most of the details were a DIY …
Good morning, everyone! I want to pause quickly this morning to thank everyone who has already chimed in on the 2012 reader survey. Reading your responses has me thinking up so many great ideas and also feeling so grateful for likely having the coolest and sweetest readers in the world. No, seriously. So thank you …
I love this wedding. Not only are the photos from photographer Stacy Kokes just perfect, but the sentiment that ran throughout the day is so incredibly heartwarming. Megan and Frank were married on the front lawn of her brother’s house in a sweet celebration that recognized not only their commitment to each other but also …
Brittany and Bobby’s wedding was shared by the awesome Aaron and Marisa Hoskins of Aaron Hoskins Photography and I love every last little detail! The couple grew up in the same hometown in Arizona and wanted to plan a budget-friendly wedding for their 150 guests that reflected their personal style and an easy country vibe. …
by Jenny Batt Today I want to show you how to make the world’s cheapest party decoration – paper towel flowers! I was decorating cookies when I noticed how nicely the paper towel absorbed the food coloring on the table. When it had a bit of extra water, the color flowed gorgeously, just like watercolors. …
For Kelley and Brian, their wedding was all about celebrating their love. Which kind of makes it the perfect way to usher in Valentine’s Day if you ask me. They celebrated at a gorgeous Texas pecan farm and incorporated as many handmade details as Kelley’s craft-loving self could work into the day. From the invitations …
I am so excited about today’s wedding, because the bride, Annie, is a longtime reader. The wedding she and Andrew planned is the definition of sweet and intimate. Andrew, an executive chef in New York City, even prepared the food himself! Both Minnesota natives who coincidentally met in Philly at the airport while traveling back …
Update: Congratulations to Louise who is the winner of the Cuttlebug, provided by Provo Craft! Hello! It’s Jenny, from Hank + Hunt, back to share one of my latest experiments in crafting tools. Recently, the folks at Provo Craft were in touch with us ladies here at The Sweetest Occasion with an offer to try out …
There’s something so simply and delightfully happy about confetti, don’t you think? I love these pretty confetti garlands from tokketok so much it kind of makes me want to string my own garland for around the house this holiday season. Do we think this is actually going to happen? Probably not so much, but in …
There’s just something so pretty about Brittany and Matt’s lovely fall wedding, which was held in her grandparents’ backyard. I’m loving that that they served up deep dish pizza (Matt’s favorite) and sent guests home with homemade honey as favors. A make-your-own soda station and a pleasantly unexpected fall color palette of gray, peach and …