We are ALWAYS looking for unique, personal and memborable elements for the weddings we help create. Usually, this does not include any imput on the rings … but, I just couldn’t resist.
Chris Parry, from the United Kingdom, but who also has an Etsy shop – has figured out how to put your or your lovelies fingerprint on your wedding band {or cufflinks, or a necklace, etc.} It’s simply amazing … love it!
we ran across Chris Parry on What Junebug Loves!
celebrate {showcase} your love …
how FABULOUS is this photo booth? I just love it!
I found this fun addition to any wedding over at Kiss the Groom, the fabulous blog by Elizabeth Messina. To see the full post, click HERE …
Let us know your thoughts … or any other FABULOUS photo booths that you’ve seen …
celebrate your love …
Jacki and I went to a fabulous Arts Festival this past weekend {june 27}, the Francisco’s Farm Arts Festival. We had a wonderful time viewing all the wonderful booths {over 150} and seeing everyone’s vision and ART. We met some amazing artist and even picked up a few fabulous favorites!
Here’s a little recap on a few of the artists …
* We met a fabulous letterpress company from Monterey, KY … Larkspur Press. They use machines from the 1940’s and older {love it} and they also bind their own books, journals, notepads, etc. photos below …
* Next up, we met an amazing black and white photographer, JD Nolan. I noticed one of his photographs while in another booth and just fell in love and had to go get a closer look … then he showed me the camera he used and the process for producing his photographs … simply amazing … then I realized the photo was of a ceiling of a church in Dublin, Ireland … no more thinking … the photo was mine! photos below …
Why am I writing about this on our wedding blog? Two reasons … you could find a vendor (Larkspur Press) and you can find inspiration (JD Nolan) at your local art fairs … don’t be afraid to venture out … it’s well worth it!
celebrate the art that is in your life …
Fabulous reception photo via … The Bride’s Cafe
Flawlessly, Beautiful and never forgotten Audrey Hepburn … via Ruby Press
Father and Pepto … via Snippet & Ink
any favorites? want to share some of your favorites?
we absolutely LOVE these new stamps from USPS …
very fitting for wedding invitations and stationary …. makes me want to write a love note to my hubby and stick it in the mail just so i can use one of these stamps …
the whole page together is like a piece of art … we just adore them.
celebrate your love …
Jacki and I just LOVE, LOVE, LOVE new ideas for every part of weddings.
Save the Date Ideas …. (some of these are being used by our current brides)
* Luggage Tags – love this idea for weddings where at least 75% of the guests will be traveling.
* Photobooth Photos – going to a true “old” photo booth and holding up signs saying “we’re getting married” or “save the date” or anything that expresses you as a couple
* Maps – this is for the couple that travels or grew up cross country from each other or getting married in another state than they currently live
* Video – Homemade or by a Videographer … do a short film that plays out your love story or gives your guests a glimpse into the feel/theme of your wedding
This week, over on Brooklyn Brides BLOG, they are doing a whole series on SAVE THE DATES. You should definately check them out if you are having a “creative” block and want to be uniquely you!
Also, these HOMEMADE Save the Dates are pretty amazing as well {photo from Offbeat Bride}….
The ideas are endless …. please let us know your unique save the date {photos are ALWAYS welcome}
celebrate your love …
Do you ever see that photo – flower – couple – or anything … and just get inspired? well, this photo has done it for me …
photo from AT
what are you inspired by …
We absolutely LOVE “outside the box” ideas and designs, so when I saw these fabulous boutonnieres, I fell in love!!!
… to learn more about the fabulous creator, Fritts Rosenow, simply click HERE …
… jaimeson’s favorites: row two, photo one {who doesn’t want to be a superhero} AND row four, photo two {gives off a little vegas feel} AND of course, row four, photo three {living in kentucky, there is always a special place for horses, simply classic} …
… we would love to know your favorites or even what you might design, so please take the time and share …
express yourself …
How fabulous would these PB & J CUPCAKES be for your casual rehersal dinner – bridal shower – gift for the kiddies – any excuse really? … thanks to Chandelier Events and StaceyCakes …. see their blog posts below….
Listen up, sweettooths! My dear friend Stacey Shapiro of Brooklyn’s StaceyCakes has introduced me to the best treat since Tiramisu…the PB&J cupcake!
That’s right: this Park Slope-mama-meets-gourmet took this classic 1940’s lunch staple into what she dubs a “perfectly delicious new “old school” experience.” Vanilla cake is injected with real grape jelly topped with creamy peanut butter vanilla frosting–and she’s even sharing her StaceyCakes recipe with mini-Martha’s like you…
StaceyCakes Peanut Butter & Jelly Cupcakes
12 of your favorite vanilla cupcakes
peanut butter- 1/2 cup (or more depending on how peanut buttery you like it)
butter-1 stick unsalted, soft
vanilla-1 tsp.
confectioners sugar- 2 1/2 cups
light cream -1/4 cup
your favorite grape jelly (or any other flavor you prefer)- 1/2 cup or so–enough to fill a dozen cupcakes
Place butter & peanut butter in a mixing bowl, add 1 1/2 cups sugar, then light cream and then the vanilla. Mix on medium until smooth & creamy. Gradually add remaining sugar and if needed a touch more light cream. Then add more peanut butter to taste if you like.
Put grape jelly in a pastry bag with injecting tip and inject grape jelly into middle of cupcakes (this was the fun part!). Then frost cupcakes with peanut butter frosting then eat & enjoy (this was the most fun part!).
… thanks for sharing StaceyCakes
if any of you are brave enough to bake these oh so sweet cupcakes, please let us know how they turn out {and we don’t mind to be your taste testers 
} … enjoy …
The latest trend in celebrating your BFF’s “last night of freedom” has become a weekend getaway! When once, a Bachelorette Party {drunken night on the town} would be sufficient – it has become clear that the fabulous brides of today, like to get away {road trip}!
So, in honor of these lovely ladies, we have picked a few fabulous finds from it’s so pretty!
First up – the traditional shot glass…. BUT personalized in the bride’s honor. You could also use as a votive holder
Next, how about this fabulous photo album {can even fit in your purse} that can be personalized as well …. what a better place to keep your weekend memories!
Finally, and one of our faves … this adorable high heeled luggage tag … love it!
we hope you have a fabulous ladies weekend ….. we’d love to hear what you’re planning … vegas? spa weekend? beach? snow skiing?
celebrate with your ladies …
How many of you are sick of giving the same ol’ groomsmen gifts? the infamous flask … the tried and true personalized money clip … etc.
And, I’m sure that some of you have thought about getting nice cuff links for your gents …. BUT – have you thought about getting them cuff links that they will actually wear? what about these …
and last but not least … for the gent who is always nervous …
all of these fabulous cuff links can be found at www.cufflinks.com and prices range from $50 – $150 (for the pair).
i had a blast looking at all the options … hope you enjoy!
celebrate your life …
