Host an Autumn Engagement Party with an “apple of my eye” harvest theme. See ideas and details here.
An Autumn Engagement party for a couple has so many possibilities when it come to themes, decor, and colors. It’s harvest season for many fruits, vegetables, and gourds, and the colors are rich and sumptuous. I designed this apple themed engagement party, which was featured on the Wedding Chicks recently, and I’m happy to share it here today.
I chose the apple theme because I could do such a fun play on words relating back to a couple in love. Thanks to James Linkowitz Photography and Little Bean Boutique, for their contributions with photography and paper goods. I’ve outlined the details and thoughts behind the design, below.
Autumn Engagement Party Ideas:
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The design was inspired by crisp red apples and the idea of tying in the concept of “picking” apples, and “picking” a mate. Most of the decorative details are hand made and provide a balance of masculine and feminine.
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The printable signs were a key part of conveying the concept with special puns. A framed sign reads, “he Picked her, she Picked him;” a small card on the table reads, “you’re the Apple of my eye;” favor jars of apple butter had a label which said, “we Picked this just for you,” and baskets of apples invite guests to “take your Pick“ and carry home. Each place setting also had a caramel dipped apple…yum!
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A key focal point was the burlap backdrop with a manzanita branch attached, and faux apples hanging from the “apple tree.”
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Mini apple pies with the cutest fabric & lace flag picks are available for dessert, and of course apple cider is on the menu.
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Swags of lace, and banners made of twine, felt leaves, and paper circles were draped around the area to tie in to the lace details & leaf glass cover on the dining table.
I hope you’re inspired by my design. Not only would this be a unique engagement party, but also a small intimate wedding, adult birthday, shower, or a casual dinner party al fresco.
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Looks Fab! Love all the apples too! Super cute.
Swoon! I L-O-V-E this!
This whole set up is just beautiful! I love how you integrated pretty items like the lace and the dining chairs into such a rustic setting. Gorgeous!
sooo beautiful!
It looks wonderful. I love the apple theme throughout and how bright and cheerful it all is.
It's so beautiful! And great photos! Congratulations!
Cute! I love the use of all the apples.
Congratulations! I love the caramel apples!!
I just love these uses for burlap!
this is so sweet! come on over and link up to MMM 🙂
Great ideas and congrats!
Awesome!! I'm linking up at Dollar store crafts on Sunday (specifically sharing your cool place setting idea!) the link to-be: http://dollarstorecrafts.com/?p=8326
Awesome!! I'm linking up at Dollar store crafts on Sunday (specifically sharing your cool place setting idea!) the link to-be: http://dollarstorecrafts.com/?p=8326
Awesome!! I'm linking up at Dollar store crafts on Sunday (specifically sharing your cool place setting idea!) the link to-be: http://dollarstorecrafts.com/?p=8326
This is a BEAUTIFUL setting! I am sharing it on my blog today! I would love for you to check it out!
Amanda
Post: http://frillsandfrolic.blogspot.com/2010/11/party-envy-autumn-apple-engagement.html
Love the theme and the decor. I love the apples on the branch. Beautiful
this is beautiful Chris. I missed it. So many darling details. I love fall and this just makes me happy, Totally need a caramel apple now 🙂
Thanks Sandra!
Fantastic! I shared it on my Italian blog http://www.eventi-hde.blogspot.com !
I love the caramel apples.. looks so tasty
Where did you purchase your printables/labels etc. And was there an invite. And lastly what was the beverage?
Julie, the paper goods are from Little Bean {linked to in the post}. No invitation, but I’m sure she could design one.
The drink is apple cider.
I love this idea & will be using many things for a bridal shower. I was unable to locate the printables on the Little Beane site. Could you give a more specific location and/or a good search term?
Lisa, she created this set specifically for the shoot so I guess she didn’t list them for sale. You would probably need to contact her directly for the design, and refer her to this post if you need to.
Good luck!
Thank you, Chris. I left her a msg. I appreciate your help.
The party decor was appealing but still not perfect according to the engagement. The apples used are not appropriate to be used as a decor accessory.
Hmmm, I have no idea what that means.