With Valentine’s Day just a few days away, it’s only fair to celebrate with some delicious eye candy from Martha Stewart and one of our favorites Amy Atlas. Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone! Enjoy!!
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So, you’re engaged… what’s next? Choose your wedding date and let everyone know about it! And how do you do that?
Well, if you’re as talented as art director Alan Valek, you can easily whip out a save-the-date like his. Simply Photoshop two pictures, hire your local screenprinter to print your design, source a local alteration shop to saw the photos onto a chipboard, paint the edges and voila! You got yourself a beautiful and memorable save-the-date.
However, if you rather use your talent doing something else. Check out some of Jayda’s eco-friendly save-the-dates.
Pantone unveiled the hottest color for 2010–Turquoise! Here’s some turq inspiration…
Credits: Hair Piece by SmittenXOXO; Box photo by Marlene Munoz via Project Wedding; Napkins embossed with calligraphy by John DeCollibus via Martha Stewart; Favors/Seating Cards by Martine’s Chocolates via Martha Stewart; Homespun lanterns via Martha Stewart; Floral design photo by Elizabeth Messina Photography via Project Wedding; Wedding Gown by KT Jean via Etsy.
The cute couple, Chandra and Eric, had calligrapher Bryn Chernoff from Paperfinger create a “Thank you” sign. On their wedding day, they asked photographer Carmen Nauseef of Blink of an Eye Photography to take a few shots of them holding the sign. After the wedding, they chose their favorite photo and used it as the cover of their thank you notes. Clever, huh?
How about giving your guests a personal message in a cute little bottle as a favor–like the one from Miniature Rhino? The talented designer will type your message on vintage book paper using a vintage typewriter. Then, the letter will be sealed with a very small bit of red wax and stamped with any letter you’d like. The final touch is a twine tied copper key hand stamped with a custom monogram.
If you’re a DIY bride with some time, talent and patience, this is a project you could definitely take on. This is all you need:
- Corked glass vials from Sunburst Bottle
- Handmade paper like the one offered by Of the Earth
- Sealing wax
- Hemp twine cord
- Key charm (don’t be afraid to substitute the key charm with your initials or even another symbol that represents both of your personalities)
As an alternative to getting the message done, just print it out on your home printer or use a rubber stamp. And voilà, you got yourself a very personal and stylish wedding favor!
Color, details, and yummy desserts… Melody of Sweet and Saucy Shop along with Courtney & Carissa from JL Designs got the chance to create this delicious dessert bar for one of their creative brides. What a fun project that must have been!
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Caroline Ghetes from Caroline Ghetes Photography is taking the steps necessary to “green” her business. Oh and in what way!
Caroline is making her packaging & photo presentation kit eco-friendly. Yes okay, the fact that every single item she’s using is either bio-degradable, 100% recycled or 100% recyclable or reusable is wonderful. However, how she managed to make everything look so fabulous, chic and earthy is what really blew me away. So many details… I really love what she has done!
Check it out for yourself. Also, don’t miss out on her website Carolineghetes.com, her work is pretty amazing too!
Wouldn’t it be nice if your wedding party could assist you with making your wedding table centerpieces or table gifts while having fun? This is exactly what The Juicy Leaf can do for you. The Juicy Leaf is a flora design firm located in Venice, California. They create unique and eco-friendly alternative to typical flower arrangements and plant arrangements utilizing living plants and contemporary glass vessels. Unlike flower arrangements that only last a week, their plants last for years with very little care.
This creative firm also provides private planting parties for all occasions including wedding showers–where each of your guests can create their own Juicy Leaf succulent arrangement. Check out some of their juicy creations…
Tags: centerpieces, favors, The Juicy Leaf
Okay, so I couldn’t help myself to not get inspired by Sara and Charles’ Real Wedding. I’m going to give you a few pointers on how to achieve some of the cute details of their wedding but in an eco kind of way. Today, I’m tackling the matchboxes.
You will only need the unprinted matchboxes, 100% Recycled Labels, and your imagination. If you have a wedding motif, use it as part of your sticker design. Otherwise, you can use a simple but elegant monogram of your initials. Try it out and let us know how it goes…
Below are two sticker design versions for you to try this fun project. SIGN UP to receive our newsletter and we will personalize your own matchbox sticker for you! Just send us an email with your choice of design and we’ll do the rest.
It’s time for a crafty project! Check out these lacy luminarias you can easily do. This is all you’ll need:
- White recycled paper bags
- Paper doilies
- Soy votive candles or if you really want to make sure that your wedding or bridal shower doesn’t end up in flames, just go with some Fabulous Fake Flameless Candles. You can always use them over and over again!
- Glue sticks
Then, just position, glue and trim the doilies to fit the bag area you want to cover. Voila’! You got yourself some inexpensive decorations for your event.
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