June 1, 2011

Clam Bake day dreaming

It has always been one of those things I am dying to do, have a clam bake. Those brides that I design invitations for that throw clam bake weddings or rehearsal dinners...I envy you!! There is something so dreamy about the casual vibe of newspaper covering the table and eating with your hands...but eating pure luxury, lobsters, crab, clams...sigh. Here are some clam bake inspirations to leave you all wanting to crack into a lobster tail while sipping beer...READ MORE

May 31, 2011

Party Food Inspired

These fun and unique food ideas are so fabulous that any one of them would add an extra element of fun and surprise to a wedding, party or shower... I am dying to try these homemade ice cream bars...did I mention they are raw and vegan!!? Wow! via Veggie Wedgie. These mini donut favors are about the cutest thing I have ever seen, and bound to make an impression with guests via Heather Bullard. I could go for one of these cream filled brownie bites...READ MORE

May 25, 2011

A Real Life Fairytale

I have been so excited to share this project with you guys, as it is, to date, my favorite project we have ever done! It was literally my dream project. We worked closely with the brilliant ladies of Zinke Design who coordinate this amazing proposal. Think over the top, letterpress, pink, girly, vintage brooches and ribbon + all for a fairytale of a proposal! We were thrilled when Style Me Pretty featured it last week and and it quickly became the most...READ MORE

May 12, 2011

Spirograph Cake Decorating

This exhibit by Misher' Traxler is absolutely brilliant. Visitors were invited to take an active role in the cake decorating by deciding how long the machine would apply the decorative icing (similar to a spirograph). I can't help but day dream having this at a child's birthday and doing something like this with cupcakes...would that not be so much fun!? The best part, I think, is how pretty the cakes turn out to be! I adore this concept and applaud...READ MORE

May 10, 2011

DIY wedding details

Here are a few of my favorite DIY details I have seen lately...I think any one of these would make a stylish personal touch to a wedding. I have wanted one of these vintage light up letters forever, and this simple DIY project spotted on Design Sponge is perfect for reception decor! I absolutely LOVE these diy library kits from Twig and Thistle. What a perfect bridesmaid gift! I love the idea of hand stitched names on the place mats or napkins in lieu...READ MORE