wedding

My vision for the wedding invitations is pretty well sketched out now. I sent this “proof of concept” mock-up to Jordan and she gave it the go-ahead. It’s really rough, so now I’ll need to go back and work out the details for the final version. The text has to be written, fonts need adjusting,…

Last year someone posted a fantastic idea for RSVP cards (I apologize that I’ve forgotten who). Instead of traditional “check here” style RSVP cards, the couple printed an open box in the shape of a dialog bubble for their guests to creatively fill in. I only have a small photo of that design but it…

One idea for the invitation is to run the letterpress design with no ink, so the pattern will just be imprinted deeply in the paper with no color. Here is an example. I did a quick mock-up of this last night using a dover peony clip art I found and oak leaves I had from…

My goal for Wedding Wednesday this week is to get a handle on the invitation design. I’m a good graphic designer, but I get nervous when doing projects for myself. I can be a very tough client! I have some ideas in mind and keep finding new inspiration. Daisy Chain posted a link to this…

The Illustrious Lindsay came through with a great recommendation for the paper flower garland! These magnolia kits from Paper Source make 16″ flowers. Perfect for adding a bit of structure and uniformity when combined with more diverse tissue and origami paper blossoms. Thank you, Lindsay (and have fun in Hawaii)!

A couple small heirloom roses tucked in behind your ear. It doesn’t get much more romantic than that for wedding day hair! Using silk flowers is supposed to be easier and more durable, but there is something special about using the real thing. I’m going to ask my florist for the bouquets to save a…

I tore a copy of this Simple Silhouettes photo from a bridal magazine last month. It’s not the dress I like (although it is nice) but the paper garland in the background. I’ve been trying to brainstorm ideas for decorating the stage that will be a centerpiece of our reception and variety show (here are…

Plain glass votive holders would be fine for our tables. But I love the idea of something with a tiny bit more flair. I was looking for rustic thick glass votive holders, with no luck yet, when I remembered Jamali Garden. I bought my centerpiece vases from this supply company in New York. I like…

I’m only having three bridesmaids, so finding dresses should be pretty easy. J.Crew, Anthropologie, even Nordstrom’s all have affordable and cute options. Here are some dresses that could work for bridesmaids: Camilla Dress – I kind of love the “orange peel” color online, not sure how I would feel about it in person. Don’t you…

With nine months to go before the wedding, it is time to get serious about planning. I’ve decided to dedicate Wednesdays on the blog solely to the topic of weddings to aid in my organization. All in all, I’ve got quite a bit done thus far: Booked the facility and set the date (September 20th).…