Kara and Hank part 1 by Paperlily Photography

The best part about our job is the relationships that we build with our brides.  We feel especially blessed  and honored to have met Kara and Hank.  They are such an amazing couple that is so in love and starting a new beginning to the rest of their lives. Kara wanted a wedding with a lot of detail that looked very "down to earth" and not "too fancy." So this is where it all started. A pole barn out in the middle of the country on the most beautiful piece of property. 

We had to start from scratch. We had no electricity, water, or bathrooms. Yikes!! The first thing we did was help Kara choose some amazing vendors that included Southern Stems for amazing floral, Signature Weddings and Events for flawless weekend of coordination, Paperlily Photography to perfectly capture every little detail,  Contemporary Catering for impeccable service and delicious dinner and dessert, and Classic Canopies for our tents, chairs and tables.  Then we gave the groom a big "honey do" list to help us secure all our power and potty needs. Now the fun can begin and the designing was well underway!!!

That was only a few of the fabulous images from Paperlily Photography. There is a lot more to come in part 2.

New Handcrafted Boxes

We have lots of great ideas for these handcrafted boxes. I can't wait to paint some Tiffany Blue and put them on my desk. They are also great for your big day. You can use them for a card box, on your escort table or for your centerpieces. Be creative!

Totally Inspired

I just love Abby Larson from Style Me Pretty for sharing all these wonderful pictures with us. Some of our new rustic designs will be out soon. This inspiration board should make you want to come back for more. We are lucky enough to have a very talented craftsman working with us on our new wood designs. We will have a few pictures later this week.

Credits: Orchard Cove Photography (4), Orchard Cove Photography-Justin & Adrienne, Lisa Lefkowitz (2), Lisa Lefkowitz, Lisa Lefkowitz - Amanda & Buck, cakelava (2), Cake Lava-Karla and Jason, The Funky Shack (2), Jubilee Events (2), Kelley and Todd Whittaker, Jubilee Events ~ Matt & Kim, Jen Huang Photography (2), Jen Huang, Jen Huang - Sandy & Mike, Orchard Cove Photography-Chris & Leigh, Victoria Canada Weddings and Events (2), Hollye Schumacher Photography, Victoria Canada - Laura & Brian

These two colors compliment each other so well. The vibrant energetic orange looks so great with a nice calming green. The mini budvase place card holders also look great to add accents to cake and buffet tables. Your guests will also love them as favor (they make cute picture or business card holders). The mini budvase place card holders are on sale on my website.

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Fall Wedding Inspiration

Credits: The Knot (2), Martha Stewart Weddings (2), Suthi Picotte, Suthi Picotte - Mallika & Steve, Martha Stewart Weddings (6), Strong Mansion (2), Style Me Pretty (2), Viva Bella Events (2), Neysa Ruhl Photography, Viva Bella Events, Dora Manuel: Viva Bella Events, Etsy (2), Meg Baisden Photography (2), Meg Baisden Photography, Meg Baisden - Laurin & Kenny, Artisan Events (2), Artisan Events - Sarah & Bryan

I love fall. This inspiration board is the perfect fall wedding day. I especially love those pumpkins lining the walk.

DIY Country

What a simple way to add that hometown country feel to any wedding.