March 9th, 2010 | Author: admin
floral design by Modern Day Design, photography by Jose Villa
Mel Barlow Photography above
California weddings are all about taking advantage of the great weather and natural beauty. Outdoor events and venues are extremely popular, on the beach or under great, old oak trees. In many places in California from April to October you can likely get sunny, clear gorgeous days. Make sure to ask locals about typical weather patterns. In some spots along the California coast it can be foggy during summer months (June gloom), while other places can be extremely hot. The Bay Area and southern coastal areas are the most temperate year round.
Causal California style is filled with strappy shoes, flowing sundresses, relaxed, natural floral arrangements, rustic barns, fresh fusion food, wide open spaces, and lots of sunshine. Wedding styles and events are locally influenced by wineries, ranches, farms, and even historic California missions. It’s a part of the country where no one wears nylons, or hats or gloves. If you look closely at guests in the background, they also are dressed quite causally. Nothing feels cramped or crowded. Don’t forget to get outside, use the abundant natural lighting, which is every photographers dream. Here are a few images that remind me of great California style weddings!
Ken Kienow Photography above
The Cakery, photography by tempting weddings
March 8th, 2010 | Author: admin
Happy Monday!! One of the best parts of weddings, is the people you choose to share your day with. Choosing your bridal party can sometimes turn very political.. do you ask your future sister-in-laws? What about long lost cousin so-in-so? Do you have three friends or ten? What will the group dynamics be like? Does everyone wear the same dress or pick out their own? You can see the potential drama!! Make sure YOUR wishes are known, choose dear friends that will help and not hinder. Make sure your expectations are expressed in advance. If you had your heart set on everyone coming a few days before the wedding, make sure that is known. Fancy wedding or not, this is the one day of your life where millions of pictures will be taken, so if you want that wild college girlfriend to cover up her tattoos, don’t wait til the day of to talk about it! Everyone should know when and where you want them, what they are wearing, down to the shoes, jewelry and hair. Most bridesmaids want lots of notice if you expect them to give a toast at the reception. Don’t forget to thank them for the showers they throw, the DIY projects they help with and the traveling they often do for you. From hand writing your place cards to decorating for your rehearsal dinner, bridesmaids can be a wonderful asset. Most of our precious friends love to be included, so delegate tasks which are their strengths! Here is some bridesmaid fashion to inspire you this week!!!
image above via smp
March 5th, 2010 | Author: admin
In the middle of the Indian Ocean is an ultra private island resort on the island Seychelles. North Island in Seychelles is the ultimate honeymoon location. Just looking at the beautiful images I’d love to unplug on that beach! It’s truly an all inclusive resort that boasts of “barefoot luxury”! I love the magic by full privacy and the absence of people. Imagine a wide, unspoiled, sandy beach, with beautiful boulders, all yours, without even the trace of footsteps. Dreaming of getting away… enjoy your weekend! b
all images from North Island
March 4th, 2010 | Author: admin
Today I’m happy to share a project hot off the press! This chic, simple design was created by Tyler, a graphic artist we love to work with. This simple, one color design uses the bride and groom’s first names for a cool monogram. Tyler loves to design great envelopes and this project had the monogram (front) along with the wedding date (back flap).
We letterpress printed both the invitations and envelopes. Are you a graphic designer looking for print only services? E-mail me for a print quote. We offer custom duplex papers, unlimited Pantone colored inks and custom die cutting!
all images above by Sugar Plum Invitations
Following this simple and chic invitation set I had to share this great inspiration board above by Kelly Oshiro Events!
March 3rd, 2010 | Author: admin
image above by oh, hello friend.
With lots of rain here on the coast I’ve been catching up on spring cleaning and rounding up giveaways and sales going on in the blog world.. here are a few things you might enjoy…
There is a fun package exchange here! Danni always has such great inspiration, you’ll never wrap a gift the same way again! She also is having a big packaging giveaway this week here too!!
Organic, international chic pillow giveaway here!
Free shipping right now on baby goods at Fruit.. with lots of items on clearance!
Cotton Idea Studio is having a going out of business sale with everything 50% off.
Great FYI step by step etiquette for envelope addressing by the oh-so famous Laura Hooper here.
You can also click here to win chic CitySlips … Jeannett is endlessly funny!
Tomorrow I have a new letterpress custom project to share! Happy Wednesday!
March 2nd, 2010 | Author: admin
You put your rambunctious toddler to bed, watch a TV show online and suddenly are so tired you feel like you are 100 years old
Me: I’m so tired.. I’m going to bed.. it must be like 10 or 10:30 pm…..
Troy: I’m tired too, it must be late…
Troy walks into the kitchen and laughs uncontrollably….
it’s 8:48 pm
Yes, I’m an old person.. kids make you old.. I’m going to bed before 9 pm! And you all thought I lived a glamorous exciting life… hummmm no.
March 2nd, 2010 | Author: admin
I love how these cupcakes were used as part of the table decor for this baby shower shot by Boutwell Studios. So cute.. love it, check more out here!
Look at this great baby shower that took place last minute in mom-to-be’s hospital room!! Check out how they used a giraffe print theme to pull this shower together. Great job April!
Always fabulous Jose Villa makes these cupcakes look to die for! Check out this amazing shoot here, with Enjoy Cupcakes, in Los Olivos. By the way Enjoy Cupcakes has a HUGE list of favors, including dozens of wine cupcakes!!!
I want to try their:
Spumoni: {Chocolate cake, filled with a fluffy mascarpone mousse & cherry puree, topped with swirled fresh cherry & rich chocolate frosting & chopped pistachios}
Chocolate Malt Milkshake: {Chocolate cake, filled with chocolate malt pudding, topped with whipped cream frosting and ground whoppers}
Coconut Key Lime: {Vanilla bean cake with a fresh key lime filling, topped with coconut frosting, sugared lime zest and coconut shavings}
Here is the complete list… what flavors would you like to try?
March 1st, 2010 | Author: admin
under the fruit trees with Tanja Lippert
image via dream house blog
photography by Jose VillaI have to admit I love garden weddings.. yes, my wedding was in a garden. I guess I just love the natural beauty and the fact that I don’t have to maintain, plan or organize that beauty!!(Wedding planning already has way too much of that already.) You don’t even have to use a “formal” garden, you can choose a venue that has rolling green hills, great oak trees or a courtyard with a bit greenery for you to work with. Spring would be the best time to have this type of wedding as beautiful flowers will be blooming! Find out what type of flowers are expected to be growing in the garden around that time of year. Beyond official English, traditional or Japanese gardens, remember there are beautiful parks, orchards, and flower farms that often host weddings and events. Let nature work for you:-) Happy Monday.. we are finally getting over our winter colds!!!
seed packets with place setting via Inspired Room
February 26th, 2010 | Author: admin
I’d love to relaxing around this pool and staying in this below room:-) Aaaahhh Happy Friday! We can all dream right?!!
February 25th, 2010 | Author: admin
Leigh Miller photography above and below
This classic combination shouts elegant, classy and timeless. It’s prefect for winter weddings and with a lighter red, a bright rich palette for the summer. I love the tented look below. When hot orange and neon green are faux pas, this color trio will be as popular as ever!!!
image above by Tanja Lippert
wildflower linens above