Anti- Bouquet

Since anything vintage can steal my heart... I of course I am a big fan of the brooch bouquet. I love the mystery behind each pin and the historical feel is can add to a new modern dress. Plus you don't have to pick any flowers. Win- Win, right?

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:::Exciting News:::

Hello my sweet brides I am so excited this Monday morning. Today I woke up and began my daily ritual of scrolling through my favorite blogs and low and behold yours truly was gracing the post today on Eco-Beautiful Weddings.

I am so excited to be partnering with Katie From Eco- Beautiful. I am also happy to announce that I am now donating 10% of my design package proceeds to Hope 4 Kids Int. I am so inspired by all the work Tom is doing with Hope 4 Kids and my Dad has traveled with them to Uganda and saw first hand all that they do. Hope 4 Kids is a great organization I really trust the money truly goes straight to the kids.

I am going to leave you today with a swoon worthy e- session from none other than Stephanie Fay. As you all know I adore anything vintage and this shoot literally took my breath away.

Quick Change

I love when the bride make her grand entrance and all heads turn as she walks down the isle. What can be better than that moment? Having it occur twice! If you have always dreamed about doing a quick change before your reception into something short and fun, I have economical alternative.

Check out this amazing Eco-Friendly zip away dresses from The Cotton Bride .

They also offer non zip away dresses that are stunning.

What's Happening at the Boutique?

Wow I cannot believe this week is almost over! Where did the time go? I am heading out bright and early to Auburn for a planning meeting with a very special bride. I am so excited to finalize the details and go over everything with her and the venue. We are also choosing the linens, flowers and layout. I am also cutting and assembling some more Save the Dates. Also, pulling together all the last minute items for my little girls party. I cannot wait to show you all the pictures.

Inspiration Board:: Wine and Green

I love this color palette right now. I think it would be amazing for a wedding set in a winery or any wedding that will be both indoors and outdoors. What are you thoughts I would love to here from you.

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Green and Purple Wedding

I adore this new color pallet I am working with for one of my clients it is bold and cheerful and would well for a fall wedding. I love working with such rich colors. I wanted to share a few fabulous photos I have come across for this palette. When I choose colors with a bride I then look at all the different way those colors can be used to create a cohesive look and feel for the wedding. Remember to infuse your wedding in as many places as possible with your colors and theme. I hope everyone had an amazing Thanksgiving. I would love to know how many of your brides have choosen your colors and what combo's have you come up with?





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Chartreuse and Chocolate Inspiration Board

Chartreuse and chocolate make an amazing palette for a bright winter wedding. I just can't get enough of this color combo. These two colors can be used to create amazing texture and contrast. With these colors you can create a feeling of the outdoors during the dreary winter months. What do you think of this combo?


{NOTE}I am so excited I am working on a Thanksgiving tablescape for a client. I have so many ideas I can't wait to show you all what I have come up with.

Don't forget about our giveaway. Only one week left!

Lime Green & Purple Inspiration Board

I love the combination of bright refreshing lime green paired with a deep sultry dark purple. These two colors balance each other out and keep your wedding edgy. I also love when a deep purple is paired with a rich orange. All shades of purple are going to be making a show this year in both fall and summer weddings.

Check out this fabulous inspiration board of lime green and deep purple. Tomorrow I will post an Orange and Purple board.

{Note} You have to more days to become a follower and win thank you cards.

Inspired by Paper {Baby Shower}

So I wanted to end the Inspired by Paper week with this baby shower invitation. I love the combination of lime green, fuchsia pink and chocolate brown. This invitation has fun written all over it. You can purchase them in our Etsy Store. I found so many great ideas for this party. Enjoy the eye candy and have a great weekend.

Paper and Post

Today I am running out early because I am doing an event for the Benicia Unified School District. I promise I will post photos.

I just wanted to remind you to keep checking our Etsy store this week I will be adding many more paper products. I am loving the upcoming fall invitations.

I will leave you with a new baby shower invite I have create for a customer that is now available in our store or you can contact me direct.

HAPPY TUESDAY!

New Green Spin on Favors

Favors have evolved so much since the Jordan almonds wrapped in tulle from the late 1980's. Today's selection of favors are vast. I have come across some amazing ideas for "green" favors. I love the organic earthy feel of these ideas. Any one of them would go great with an eco-friendly wedding.

Check out these beautiful ideas.

{potted herbs}

{lavender sea salts}

{Vermont maple syrup}

{fresh cherry's and lavender}

Green with Envy

After deciding to put together an apple green inspiration board, I fell in love with the color. I just can't get enough of it. I came across some fabulous ideas for centerpieces and I love the shoes, they are perfect. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

{thank you: shoes, Nordstrom;Save the date, Martha Stewart; Favors, Martha Stewart}