Rustic Elegant Bridal Brunch {Guest Feature}

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Today we’re bringing a bit of faux snow to the blog with this Rustic-Elegant Brunch styled shoot by Wednesday Custom Design. The backdrop for the photos is an incredible rustic venue that adds charm and personality, while the vintage elements add warmth and coziness. It all begins with a simple color palette of orange and… Read More

Shabby Chic Garden Party {Guest Feature}

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If I didn’t know differently I would almost think that I styled this party shoot my self. Haha!! I think the layers of home and garden decor used in display, plus the asymmetrical design, plus the fact that it’s doable for ‘real life’ hostesses are all components I incorporate into many of my own styled… Read More

Vintage Parisian Dessert Table {Guest Feature}

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Get ready to take a trip back in time with this beautiful Parisian-style dessert table sent in by Heather and Jason of Hello My Sweet. It’s reminescent of a ladies dressing table from 1940′s Paris, filled with love letters, photos, and vanity essentials….only instead of powder and perfume we have pastries and baked goods. The… Read More

Autumn Dessert Party With Girl Friends

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I have one of the most beautiful and inspiring dessert parties to share with you today. This gathering for a group of girl friends comes from Rosie of Simply Rosie Photography, and was pulled together with the help of one of her friends, Rosella of Rosellas Lane Etsy shop, who is a master at crafting, sewing,… Read More

Inspiration In Pastels & Vintage {Photo Shoot}

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FYI, I just spend hours working on the launch party recap post only to have it magically disappear near the end – yes I saved the draft several times but that did nothing. Anyhow, I don’t have time right now to re-do the post so I’ll leave you with this beautiful inspiration photo shoot combining… Read More

Books Add Character To Vintage Design

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One of my favorite ways to add interest to party/event design is by incorporating books into the decor – especially older ones that you would find at a thrift store that have been well worn. This wedding found on We Love Pictures uses books and other vintagey details to add warmth and character to the… Read More

Embroidery Hoop Decor – Tutorial

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Hello, my favorite readers!  I am off to San Diego today to meet up with lots of web friends and attend the HWTM launch party.  I’m so giddy with excitement!  Luckily, Christine of Pure Joy Events has stepped in to share a fantastic tutorial with you today.  This is from her recent party featured on… Read More

Introducing Flair Designery + Shabby Chic Party

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I want to introduce you to Flair Designery and share a recent styled shoot Abby did to show off one of her latest party printable sets. Flair Designery has an Etsy shop filled with party papers and stationery for every occasion. From weddings to kids parties, Abby does it all. Check out this beautiful Shabby… Read More

Shabby Chic Birthday Celebration

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There is something about French toile fabric that I just love. Seeing it combined with the rustic characteristics of burlap for this Shabby Chic birthday party that Rachel of A Little Cuppa Tea threw for her sister and cousin, sends me right over the top with joy! All the little details have a French flair… Read More

You Are My Sunshine Birthday Brunch

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I have a confession to make. I was busy working on another blog post for today when I checked my “in” box and found this stunning 1st birthday party submission from photographer extraordinaire, Wendy Updegraff. I immediately hit “save” on the other post and got busy on this one! The party is for Wendy’s neice… Read More