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Queen Of Hearts Valentine Shoot

There is a lot to see here today, as I styled and photographed this Queen of Hearts Valentine’s Day shoot to help showcase the printable party collection by Paula of Frog Prince Paperie.  Paula created this very cool and modern set that would also work well for a bachelorette party, bridal shower, lingerie shower, or even engagement party – the LOVE theme here is universal!
The dining table for two is covered with a simple white cloth to show off the black lace trim detail, and the centerpiece which consists of real flowers in vases along with some whimsical fabric & felt flowers as a “runner.”  Love notes from the collection sit atop each plate and are the perfect romantic gift.
Also part of the collection are the playing cards that spell LOVE.  One of the ways I used these was to attach them to a King & Queen decorative piece from Hobby Lobby(using double stick tape).  However, after I got the photo the wind was too strong to keep them there for long.
Another way to use the long straw flags is to make small heart-shaped stem markers.  I just used 2 different patterns and attached them with double-sided tape to make a heart shape.  To finish it off, I curled the tail ends.
I set up a small dessert table for two, with chocolate-dipped strawberries, mini cupcakes, and the gorgeous coordinating cookies from Allyson Jane.  I love how she can transfer any printable design to her cookies, and they taste as good as they look!
I used the classic circles to top the cupcakes and added to picks for the strawberries.  The wine bottle labels are one of my favorite items.  You can add it to wine or champage, but you could also use it to top off plain gift wrap.
No party is complete without something to hang.  I hung the LOVE banner across the front of the dessert table, but you can also hang it above, across a wall or doorway.
More decorative uses for the party circles and flags can be seen above on the milk bottles.  I used the flags in the traditional way on the straws, but also as decorative accents to the circles.  Below you can see just how pretty the love letters are both front and back.
A few more shots using pieces of the set to decorate small gifts can be seen below, including decorative paper sheets to use for lining trays or creating paper crafts.  Another one of my favorite items in this collection is the paper cone (bottom photo).  We embellished these with beaded trim, feathers, and ribbon to hang it on the backs of the chairs.  Filling them up with small heart-shaped cookies from Allyson Jane makes for the perfect party favor.
I hope you enjoyed seeing this new collection from Frog Prince Paperie, and please visit my tutorial for using her papers as gift wrap, and a paper flower topper here.  Except for battling the wind for 2 hours on the day of the shoot, I had a fabulous time working on this. LOL
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Styling and photographs – Celebrations At Home styling
Printables – Frog Prince Paperie
Decorated Cookies – Allyson Jane

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  3. Lissa (The Wedding Bistro at Bellenza) says

    Wonderful how you carried the black-red-white playing card color scheme so faithfully throughout! Fabulous collection from the Frog Prince Paperie — plus your extra details (love those heart stem accents you made from the straw flags). Great collaboration!

  7. From Marriage To Motherhood says

    Thanks so much for commenting on my little Ilah's 1st birthday party : )

    I just LOVE your blog. And this paricular post makes me just want to pull up a seat!! : )

  8. Brittany @ GreyGreyDesigns says

    I love everything Paula does and you've styled it all beautifully! LOVE and adore the lace!

  9. Luna and Chloe says

    Chris this is just fabulous! Love all the heart details and the patterns. So many amazing ideas here – eek!!!

    xoxo
    kristi

  11. Chris @ Celebrations At Home says

    Hi Becs! Of course, we would love for you to share! Thank you – glad you like it! : )

  12. Courtney says

    oh my word, what a fun theme and oh so cute! the cookies are fabulous and the black lace (love that!)

  14. Christi Bennett @ pisforparty says

    What a lovely setting! The paper collection by Frog Prince is classic and pretty and your styling is beautiful! I always love your creative touches such as the heart shaped stem markers. Wonderful job Chris!

  15. Frog Prince Paperie says

    Wonderful job, Chris! Thank you again for all your hard work. Your talent shines!

  19. Cupcakes and Cutlery says

    I love it! I'm a sucker for black and white stripes with red. And I really like the paper heart on the wine glasses. Super whimsical! Another job well done!