Fluttering Place Cards

Check out these adorable (and not to mention unique!) butterfly and dragonfly place cards from Timeless Paper, a boutique paper studio based out of Drexel Hill, PA. Perfect for an afternoon outdoor wedding or bridal shower! These place cards, along with matching table numbers and napkin rings can be purchased through their Etsy shop.



Photos courtesy of Timeless Paper.

Amazon.com Wedding Registry

Incase you hadn't heard yet, Amazon.com is now offering a one stop shop for your wedding registry needs! The great thing about Amazon's registry is that it is universal, meaning you can add anything that is available for sale on Amazon to your registry. Pretty neat, huh?! For complete instructions on setting up your own registry, FAQ's, registry guides/checklists and more, check out Amazon's wedding registry website here.

DIY Paper Creations

I love DIY projects! To me, they are a great excuse to get your bridesmaids together for some bonding time before the wedding. Today I wanted to feature these two DIY paper creations from Martha Stewart Weddings - Hanging Pom-Poms and Pom-Pom Napkin Rings. Below we've included complete instructions on how to make these for your wedding reception or bridal shower.


What You'll Need for Both Projects:

Tissue paper in the colors of your choice {we recommend using a strong craft tissue paper or crepe paper for better durability}

24-gauge white cloth-covered floral wire

How-To Make/Hang Pom-Poms:

1. Stack eight 20-by-30-inch sheets of tissue. Make 1 1/2-inch wide accordion folds, creasing with each fold.

2. Fold an 18-inch piece of floral wire in half, and slip over center of folded tissue; twist. With scissors, trim ends of tissue into rounded or pointy shapes.

3. Separate layers, pulling away from center one at a time.

4. Tie a length of monofilament to floral wire for hanging.


How-To Make Napkin Rings:

1. Stack four sheets of tissue. Cut a 10-by-5-inch rectangle, going through all layers. Make 3/8-inch-wide accordion folds.

2. Fold an 18-inch piece of floral wire in half, slip over center of tissue, and twist to secure. Trim ends of tissue.

3. Separate layers, pulling away from center one at a time.

4. Bend wire into a loop to fit around napkin, and twist end around loop to secure.

For additional helpful tips on making these projects, check out the comment section at the bottom of this article.

Photos courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings.

Photo Props :: Monogram Parasols

I absolutely adore these custom monogrammed parasols from I Do Originals. These parasols make the perfect photo props if you're looking to add a little extra something into your wedding day photos. These handmade parasols range from $35 - $50 each and are available in a variety of colors and fonts. To see all of the personalized accessories that I Do Originals can create for your wedding, check out their website.

Photos courtesy of I Do Originals.

Out of the Office :: Happy 4th of July

I can hardly believe that it is already July...where has 2009 gone?! We've been quite busy around here with weddings this spring and summer and can't wait for the second half of our season to kick off at the end of July! In honor of the 4th of July holiday and to celebrate my own wedding anniversary, we will be out of the office from Thursday, July 2nd until Monday, July 6th. To celebrate our 1st wedding anniversary, my husband is taking me to Chicago for the weekend! I've never been, so I'm super excited to visit!

We wish all of you a very Happy 4th of July weekend! Safe travels and we'll see you next week!

2009 Wedding Trend :: Balloons at Weddings

The words Balloon and Wedding in the same sentence probably scare you and send flashbacks of the 80's running through your head, but they shouldn't anymore! Balloons are back and they are bigger than ever this season! As seen above, the cover of the Summer 2009 issue of Martha Stewart Weddings is of a bride holding balloons in her wedding gown. Balloons can be used as part of your reception decor, released at the end of your ceremony, or just used as 'props' in your wedding day photos. They are an inexpensive, easy DIY project and can really add a pop of color to any venue.

What do you think?! Would you incorporate balloons into your wedding decor?

Photos 1 & 2 courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings. Photo 3 courtesy of Amy Atlas Events.

Etsy Find :: Stylish Handmade Clutches

If you follow this blog, then you probably already know about my obsession with Etsy! Incase you are unfamiliar with the wonderful world of Etsy, it's an online store where you can buy and sell all things that are handmade. Definitely a must-see for any bride! Occasionally I will blog about my "Etsy Finds" - things that I stumble upon and absolutely have to share with our readers! Today I wanted to share these stylish handmade clutches from Davie and Chiyo. All of their clutches are handmade with only the finest fabrics from all over the world. I've shared a few of my favorite clutches {seen above} from their collection. Head on over to their Etsy store to see all of the wonderful clutches they have to choose from!

Photos courtesy of Davie & Chiyo.