A Little Something ~ #53

Vintage Watering Can + Pearls + Lace + Flowers

equals

A lovely, girly centerpiece idea.

Design / Styling by: Jennifer Bergman Weddings & Pinkpolka Wedding Designs

Pictures by Eternal Reflections

Found via Style Me Pretty



[Real Wedding] - Mindy & Ross' Farm Wedding

Today I have a gorgeous DIY wedding that took place on the groom's family farm.  It's full of antique & thrift store finds that make this down home, budget friendly wedding truly unique.

About the couple:  Ross and I both grew up in Randolph County (NC) and attended the same middle and high schools. Although we were friends throughout high school, we did not begin dating until our senior year. We realized that we both had a knack for adventure and have been inseparable since. After high school we both went on to earn degrees in education. Ross went to UNC-Chapel Hill for a chemistry degree during undergrad and later a masters degree in high school science. He now teaches physical science at a local high school. I went to NC State University and studied elementary education and I am currently teaching first grade at a local elementary school. I enjoy decorating while Ross enjoys lifting weights and we both love the outdoors.

The Proposal: Ross proposed at Jordan Lake in January and we decided that there was no better time to get married than the summer since we are both teachers. So, we planned to get married 6 months later. 

Planning the wedding: I knew that I had always wanted a vintage feel to my wedding so I knew that I needed to start going to thrift stores, flea markets, antique shops, etc. for my wedding decor. I scrounged for candelabras, teacups, saucers, handkerchiefs, and other dainty little items for the centerpieces. I have always enjoyed soft and dainty decorations against rustic ones so we decided to have the wedding outdoors at Ross' grandfather's farm to satisfy the combination.  We both have close and supportive family and friends who helped set up on the day of the wedding. On the morning of the wedding there was me, bridesmaids, future mother and sister-in-laws, mothers, and sisters arranging flowers in soup tureens, and tea cups. The future father in laws and friends of the family hauling tables and chairs from the barn by 4-wheelers and trailers. It was a team effort. I had it all in my mind and to some extent drawn on a map and it all came to life that morning. That was my favorite behind the scenes part to our wedding. It felt like everyone that we love and love us played a part in our wedding.

    Bride's favorite detail: On another note, thinking about my favorite detail, I must say that the antique centerpieces were my favorite. I feel that they encapsulated my style better than any other one thing.
 

Mindy got inspiration from these vintage style Anthropolgie hand towels.

 

A local artist painted their wedding as it took place.  Such a fun idea!

And a sweet bird seed send off to end the festivities:

Congrats to Mindy & Ross!

Photographer: Zachary B Hoffman Photography

Floral Designer: Burge Flower Shop

Dress Store: David's Bridal

Heirlooms and extras: Anthropologie

 

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

 

[DIY] - Postcard Table Cards

How did you meet?  How did he propose?  Where was your first kiss? 

All of these are important pieces to how you became a couple and why you're getting married.  Most of your guests probably know the stories, but it's still fun to share them with everyone.  A great way to incorporate these little stories into your wedding day is to name your tables and adding a story to each.  For example, name the table the location you had your first date and share the details.  An added picture is also a great touch.

Another way to do this, is with vintage postcards.  For their wedding, Susannah and Rob, did just that.  Susannah bought vintage Colorado postcards at local antique stores, scanned both sides, and printed them out on 8.5x11 cardstock in color.  She then had some crafty fun with glue, fancy scissors and photo corners to jazz up the printouts. As a finishing touch, the couple wrote on the backs of the postcards with memories that they have had in the different locations. 

So much fun and a great touch for their Colorado wedding!

Pictures by Susannah Storch Photography

A Little Something ~ #35

I'm slightly obsessed with today's {A Little Something}...

I just love the bright purple against the white.  And the best part?  This centerpiece is a simple DIY!  Find out how to recreate this look from Joyful Weddings and Events.



A Little Something ~ #34

Happy Halloween!

Today's {A Little Something} is inspired by the fact that today is Halloween.  I love this Fall centerpiece with flowers & pumpkins.  It's a great way to incorporate the Fall / Halloween theme without getting cheesy.

Wedding PR Pinterest via Inspired by This 

I hope everyone had a great weekend full of celebrations!



A Little Something ~ #26

Today's {A Little Something} comes from gorgeous wedding vow renewal ceremony posted on Style Me Pretty.

I saw this photo on Pinterest originally and absolutely love it.  I think the birdcage is so sweet and adds a unique touch to the table numbering that can sometimes become boring and common.

And how great are those bright flowers against the pastel green cage?!

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Happy Monday!

A Little Something ~ #20

I stumbled across today's {A Little Something} on the blog Erin Ever After (great blog to check out if you don't already!)

How gorgeous is this hydrangea centerpiece?  I love how simple yet dramatic it is.

Two words: Simply stunning.

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A Little Something ~ #17

Happy 4th of July!!

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend!  In keeping with the theme of it being 4th of July, today's {A Little Something} is a beautiful red, white and blue centerpiece set up.

I love this for a Summer time outdoor wedding!

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Hope you all have a great Monday!

A Little Something ~ #1

I'm constantly stumbling upon great cakes, centerpieces, dresses, shoes, etc. that make for some great wedding inspiration.  So in order to share these with you all, I decided to start {A Little Something} weekly feature.  Every Monday morning (yes I know that its the afternoon now, but starting next week it will be the morning.) I will post one of these great wedding finds on the blog for you all to enjoy!

Today's {A Little Something} is a rustic centerpiece made of birch tree stumps and gorgeous flowers in Spring colors.

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Who else is ready for Spring & outdoor weddings/events?

DIY ~ Glass Bottle Centerpieces

I stumbled across this picture this afternoon and immediately loved it: 

Picture via Intimate Weddings

I love how simple these 'vases' are, yet they add a great pop of color for a Spring or Summer wedding (and would be perfect for my dream lake wedding).  And even better, you can make them yourself!


To get started, you need old glass bottles, milk bottles, or mason jars.  If you don't have any, ask your friends & family; I guarantee they'll start piling up!  You can also purchase these bottle fairly cheaply per the links above.  Also, if the bottles/jars do not match, don't stress!  Various sizes & shapes are best.


Next, go to your local market and find roses in your wedding colors.  Or (if you're like me) and prefer something other than roses, just pick your favorite flower(s) in the appropriate colors for your wedding.


To add a little something extra, place a linen/burlap table runner (á la Style Me Pretty) under the bottles and voilá you have the perfect, simple centerpiece for your wedding.

Picture via Style Me Pretty

DIY: Lace Covered Vases

I just LOVE these vases from DIY Weddings Magazine! 

{diy Projects} Lace Covered Vases

It's a simple way to create center pieces on the cheap that don't look cheap!  Just vary the lace and flowers to match your wedding decor.

picture from http://www.hawaiianweddings.net/centerpiecesamples.html

DIY: Fall Centerpieces

Planning your Fall wedding on a budget?  Here's a simple and creative idea for centerpieces that won't cost you much at all.  We put these together for Frances & Chris' wedding a few weeks ago and they turned out great!

 

 



What you need: (be sure to look around your house and ask friends for these supplies, you'll probably find almost everything!)
-Large glass vases in all sizes & shapes
-Pillar candles
-Votive candles & glass holders
-Ribbon in various colors
-Pine cones
-Spray paint - gold, silver, bronze
-Marbles, acorns, potpourri, sticks, etc.
-Any other fillers for the vases
*Make sure that the candles, ribbons and fillers match the color scheme for your wedding or party!

 

What to do:

1. Spray paint the pine cones in gold, bronze and/or silver to add a little extra color.  Leave some natural as well.
2. Place the pillar candles in the center of the vases with marbles, acorns, etc. around the candle OR simply fill the vase with one of the fillers and leave out the candle.  It's good to have a mix!
3. Put the vases in the center of the tables
4. Place pine cones around the large vases.  Don't add too many or the table will look cluttered.
5. For the vases without candles, place the votives in their holders around the large vase
6. For smaller vases, you can add ribbons for extra color
7. Spread out the rest of your votives around the vased on the tables as you see fit

And there you go.  You have your simple and cheap, yet beautiful centerpieces for your Fall wedding!

 

 

 

Photos by Jette Fagela Photography 

 

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