Intimate Wedding from Abigail Taylor
NOV 18I hope you’re all enjoying your week, along with the two very different ‘real weddings’ that were shared. Well, it’s time for yet another lovely wedding, this time sent over by Abigail Taylor . It’s seriously oh-so-sweet and again reminding me that weddings should really only be about the two people in love. The wedding [...]read more
Creative Film Invitations
NOV 08So you thought the embossed eraser invitations were awesome? I know I did. But would you believe me when I say that there’s an even cooler wedding invitation? The awesome duo, Larissa and Trevor of Ambient Studios in Toronto, got married! So what do you get when you put the minds of two photographers who [...]read more
Chic Calgary Wedding from Shaun and Renée
AUG 31Ok, just how sweet is the next couple? I know I say this a lot…but it’s true. You are going to L-O-V-E this wedding from Shaun and Renée, photographers based out of Edmonton. Kristie and Mike’s wedding reception was held at the Sirocco Golf Club in Calgary, Alberta and it was absolutely full of details [...]read more
Personal Update & DIY: Menus
JUL 07I thought I’d give a litle post on how easy it is for you to create a chic, modern menu for your wedding reception. To be honest, the menu itself should have been the easiest item to create, but when you’re wedding a-type like myself, it’s the designing that takes a lifetime. For my menus, [...]read more
DIY Stencil Detail
JUN 17Remember the distinct modern pattern that was used throughout the wedding details of the Jessica Claire photoshoot shared by Capture It! Photography? Here’s a refresher: I have been looking everywhere for that pattern and jumped for joy when I saw one that was similar and offered as a FREE stencil over at Tattertots and Jello [...]read more
My DIY Save the Dates
OCT 13Double dose of a personal update? Indeedy! I thought some of you might be interested in seeing one of my DIY projects that I spent all day Saturday doing. Anyone who knows me well, understands that it’s one of my dreams to do invitations for a living, so naturally, I was thrilled at the chance to create [...]read more
Homemade Wedding Favours: Honey Jars
AUG 17Have your guests buzzing about what a sweet couple you make! Materials - Ribbon of your choice - Mason jars of any size - Honey to fill each jar - Personalized Wedding Labels – wedding favour labels Tip: You can go to a famers market and purchase honey already in Mason jars without labels. Then [...]read more
Homemade Wedding Favours: Cappuccino Mugs
AUG 03Show your guest what a cute couple-ccino you are. Materials- One coffee mug for each guest - ½ cup of coffee beans for each mug - One biscotti for each mug - Ribbon of your choice - Couple-ccino Stickers/Labels – Personalized Wedding Labels - Single hole punch Tip: Wrap your biscotti and coffee beans in [...]read more
Craft Ideas: Favour Mini-Metal Pails with Lollipops
JUL 06Create fun to make thank-you favours your guests will enjoy. Materials for each favour: - Glue gun - 5 Lollipops - 7 inches - 5/8 inch fuchsia pink ribbon - 1 Felt Flowers with Diamonette (WedShop # 8419 -06) - 1 Felt Butterfly (WedShop # 8420-22) - 1 Mini White Pail with Handle (WedShop # [...]read more
Craft Ideas: Easy-to-Make Potted Arrangements
JUN 22A simple potted arrangement can make a great centerpiece or favor for a wedding or shower. It‘s quite easy to create and your guests will think you’re a pro when they see the finished product. Materials • Potted herbs or flowers of your choice • Coordinated tin (potted plant will fit in) • Decorative embellishments [...]read more
DIY Flower Barrettes
MAR 22I subscribe to the ‘craft of the day’ section of martha stewart and though I’d share the do-it-yourself crepe-paper flower barrettes with you. I think they would be cute accessories for your bridesmaids or flower girls. Check out the site for a video which will help you visualize the process! What you will need: Double-sided [...]read more
DIY Pomanders
FEB 08There’s no need to get pomanders from your florists, when you can do it yourself for less! Jen, a recent Edmonton bride, was nice enough to share with us her steps on how she made these pink & white pomanders which she hung from the pews during the ceremony. Says Jen: For my wedding, I [...]read more
Do It Yourself – Orchid Bouquet
OCT 14Here are the simple steps to making your own orchid bouquet which is both beautiful and budget worthy. Step 1 We used orchids and montebretia in our bouquet for their graceful flower shapes and long-lasting qualities, but you can use any flower you like — the process is the same. Clip spent flowers and leaves [...]read more
Do It Yourself Jell-O Centerpieces
SEP 14Planning a spring/summer wedding and in dire need of inspiration for a fun centerpiece? Jell-O the no calorie treat that brings out the kid in us can actually be used to decorate your reception tables! I saw this on rachelraymag.com and just had to share it with you. See below for the easy steps on [...]read more
Cute Do-It-Yourself Fortune Cookies
SEP 10picture: Lady Harvatine Isn’t it just cute? Easily customizable and easy to do yourself. For this guest favor, all you have to do is add a quote or message onto the piece of fabric, felt, or paper that goes inside the fortune cookie. Another idea is to use the cookies as holders for your escort [...]read more
