If you’ve been reading for a while you probably remember the knock your socks off amazing inspiration of the first Inspired Creations Contest last spring. If you’re a new reader, let’s just say – you are in a for a treat because the second Inspired Creations Contest is officially on! Along with Elizabeth Anne Designs, …
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Seriously. I think Leslie of A Creative Mint is one of the most talented people going. Her monthly column for decor8 is always a nonstop wonder and a study in inspiration. This latest color palette of bright lemon yellow paired with soft gray and kraft paper feels both wintery and like an early ode to …
Good morning and happy Monday! I thought I’d start the week with a punch of color and sparkle. Sound ok with you? This is actually a little feature I’ve been wanting to introduce for a while – party shopping guides! (Better late than never, right?) Basically, I’ll showcase an image or two from a really …
I am pretty sure you know this, but I love birthday parties. I mean, I big time love birthday parties. I just really can’t get enough of sweet celebrations to honor a loved one. When planning a birthday party, remember that the little details are often the ones that make the most impact. Think pink …
Originally featured on Green Wedding Shoes, I am loving the pretty country details throughout this winter wedding inspiration shoot. I am a touch obsessed with the idyllic romance of a snowy winter wedding with big mugs of steamy hot cocoa and portraits in front of a flickering fireplace. This outdoor dessert setup would be perfect …
Happy Monday, friends! I hope everyone had a great weekend. I had a fabulous time last week with friends old and new at Alt and am now so excited to be back to share new inspiration and ideas with you. While at Alt, one of the speakers said, “You are what you blog,” and that …
Oh, Friday. How I love thee. I’ve got a busy weekend of little projects around the house coming up and some prep for an upcoming photo shoot, but otherwise I am hoping to lay low and just spend some quiet time prepping for the big and exciting things I am hoping to accomplish in 2011. …
There are few words that truly describe this wedding inspiration shoot. Stunning. Magical. Beautiful. Gorgeous. That is certainly a start. Sent over by powerhouse duo Heidi of White Loft Studio and The Sweetest Occasion favorite Kate of Beautiful Days, I am in love with every last detail. A flower girl in fairy wings. Pretty, fresh …
Today I’m excited to announce that after much consideration I have decided to consider bringing on a couple of select contributing editors to add fresh talent and new features to The Sweetest Occasion! If you are in love with weddings, entertaining, cooking, DIY, crafting, parties, handmade wares, paper goods or pretty things and you’d like …
I love these pretty letterpress wedding invitations so much I don’t even know where to start. Designed by the lovely Sarah Parrott for her own wedding, they feature custom illustrations from Debra Bianculli, calligraphy by Grace Edmands and an assortment of pretty vintage stamps, all of which come together to create something really special. For …
While spring and summer weddings are incredibly popular, I find the romance of a winter wedding completely irresistible. Originally featured on Southern Weddings, I find this winter wedding shoot to be simply stunning. A regal purple and gold color palette paired with warm winter details like vanilla chai and a cocoa bar are the perfect …
Good morning, friends! I hope you had a great long holiday weekend and a big congratulations to all of you celebrating holiday engagements. I’m looking forward to a fabulous new year filled with happy celebrations so let’s jump right into the pretty, shall we? A few weeks ago I shared that The Sweetest Occasion had …