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Venue Spotlight... Dos Pueblos Ranch

Dos Pueblos Ranch is one of my favorite locations on the California Coast.  It beautiful historic location is only 15 miles from downtown Santa Barbara.  The Ranch property includes a private beach, newly restored rustic barn, and an estate lawn at the historic 1922 Casa Grande.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbRl8CZ5r8Mpd5-sv1p293u805S3yKHkXcBSuLNVHAKRwddrcyrhVIn7uoIEBvkc0scDX9zUoHb541cjC5y4ijwDuGDgZskxXrrJ8OrArLfcZNaZ1_Jbrnuzmtbncmv8vbMKClM6zmD4l5/s1600/dp_sign_big2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbRl8CZ5r8Mpd5-sv1p293u805S3yKHkXcBSuLNVHAKRwddrcyrhVIn7uoIEBvkc0scDX9zUoHb541cjC5y4ijwDuGDgZskxXrrJ8OrArLfcZNaZ1_Jbrnuzmtbncmv8vbMKClM6zmD4l5/s640/dp_sign_big2.jpg" width="492" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image via <a href="http://triciafountaine.com/dp_gallery/dp_gallery.html">Tricia Fountaine</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br />Image having your wedding ceremony on a private beach and having your reception in a 100 year old rustic barn.  It absolutely amazing!!<br /><br /><b>OCEANFRONT</b>: This beautiful coastline with aprivate beach in California has almost become a thing of the past. The beach area has wedding location two options either on the sand or a bluff over looking the ocean.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_mFS1HLvaLSVXbXIsFbmu96uQj4ZzYtvjDM7nDn93vMDA1NiHYKLVa0dHosHfQN9m_HI_s2coKmuf6kj4DL6fe6oemeHj4-VEmqRAQ8ZVRE0Ld6584uG4FiR7SJlBnBBHiP9XqRCCMiiM/s1600/rancho2-747900.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="425" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_mFS1HLvaLSVXbXIsFbmu96uQj4ZzYtvjDM7nDn93vMDA1NiHYKLVa0dHosHfQN9m_HI_s2coKmuf6kj4DL6fe6oemeHj4-VEmqRAQ8ZVRE0Ld6584uG4FiR7SJlBnBBHiP9XqRCCMiiM/s640/rancho2-747900.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image via <a href="http://triciafountaine.com/dp_gallery/dp_gallery.html">Tricia Fountaine</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><b>RUSTIC BARN</b>: The 1917 barn is rustic chic complete with hay bales.   Across from the barn is a 200 year old sycamore tree that creates the perfect backdrop for a church in the woods.  Seat 250 comfortably.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmaT7RIfALVlMgOG4UcwOmrpPcQv9ItjBiaFmRHtQ1xuiz4KnazR-eQHbO0FO9uJhY6srxkSzgmKjbUV0kMq17OP3Ql74aI3V-vo4CDWmivZN8ZWdtwehpmECVccBi0hUxRJIZU_ScN4fe/s1600/Rancho-Dos-Pueblos-Stone-Crandall-305x305.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmaT7RIfALVlMgOG4UcwOmrpPcQv9ItjBiaFmRHtQ1xuiz4KnazR-eQHbO0FO9uJhY6srxkSzgmKjbUV0kMq17OP3Ql74aI3V-vo4CDWmivZN8ZWdtwehpmECVccBi0hUxRJIZU_ScN4fe/s640/Rancho-Dos-Pueblos-Stone-Crandall-305x305.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image Via <a href="http://braedonsblog.com/">Bradon Photography</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><b>CASA GRANDE</b>: Located at the north end of a quarter mile long turf mall, stretching towards the sea, stands the main house of the estate, a stately mansion <b><i>The Casa Grande</i></b>. The mall is lined with fifty foot high Moreton Bay Fig trees. This Mediterranean style two story home with spanish tile roof was built around 1920.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEillu-Df9rZUfyYCoMZpP3pO5nxNy6L8EqSkORYeCOBwCgKi6r8Q1IMbU4G74JdDJ5i_NzOi4tKOLjxZfqK6sr-5eFgogCQ3s5KNwaQ_63y1_7K9UVMvKSAdvDubvKblG-hYR-hX0m3WobF/s1600/dos_pueblos_ranch_residential_house_m4nkj.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="579" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEillu-Df9rZUfyYCoMZpP3pO5nxNy6L8EqSkORYeCOBwCgKi6r8Q1IMbU4G74JdDJ5i_NzOi4tKOLjxZfqK6sr-5eFgogCQ3s5KNwaQ_63y1_7K9UVMvKSAdvDubvKblG-hYR-hX0m3WobF/s640/dos_pueblos_ranch_residential_house_m4nkj.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Oh did I mention there is also a lagoon, lavender farm and train trestles...<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1odpF6YUw6vqaK8c0d81LRExiGRUYLKZohvGsaKZyRcu09tgLVXVwKBojDROSObs9RAi85jRbUo75BtEN6PcaR1jfI7RQKoHXpyFxb_Pcovin4EEBp7kRBPSvUuwttgcuaId485x_jN0W/s1600/a&d$%21x600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1odpF6YUw6vqaK8c0d81LRExiGRUYLKZohvGsaKZyRcu09tgLVXVwKBojDROSObs9RAi85jRbUo75BtEN6PcaR1jfI7RQKoHXpyFxb_Pcovin4EEBp7kRBPSvUuwttgcuaId485x_jN0W/s640/a&d$%21x600.jpg" width="425" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image Via <a href="http://www.simplynaturalevents.com/">Simply Natural Event</a>s, photo by <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/california-weddings/2011/04/22/santa-barbara-wedding-by-stephanie-hogue-photography-hello-super-8/">Stephanie Hogue</a></td></tr></tbody></table><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhitr2SHVmdpz85cd7yRnSEdK0QyQRkcjP-2sjBC9KdA0dI4cX2du3jnPLsrv9VoHVL3fyI-cA5p6abDwcsrWHjLlXLh_VRJo-wpNYv-igKHo_OoOBfvH10a-2DYFDvM-4aejUMA7TjvM2A/s1600/9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhitr2SHVmdpz85cd7yRnSEdK0QyQRkcjP-2sjBC9KdA0dI4cX2du3jnPLsrv9VoHVL3fyI-cA5p6abDwcsrWHjLlXLh_VRJo-wpNYv-igKHo_OoOBfvH10a-2DYFDvM-4aejUMA7TjvM2A/s640/9.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Image via <a href="http://triciafountaine.com/dp_gallery/dp_gallery.html">Tricia Fountaine</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>Notes:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>-All rentals- tables/chairs/linen need to be brought in<br />-Restroom units need to be brought in<br />-A catering kitchen would need to be brought in<br />-There is some power to the barn, but a generator is required for most weddings<br />-Some parking is available, a shuttle is recommended.<br />-Bridal and Groom's dressing room onsite.<br />-Music must be off at 10pm.<br /><br /><br /><b>Rancho Dos Pueblos</b><br />805.450.8753<br />triciafountaine@aol.com<br /><a href="http://www.triciafountaine.com/dp_gallery/dp_gallery.html" target="_blank">www.triciafountaine.com</a>

Venue Spotlight... Dos Pueblos Ranch

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Thanksgiving Inspiration

Thanksgiving Inspiration

Inspiration for my Thanksgiving table! Image Via Bhldn

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Inspiration Board... Steampunk Wedding

Inspiration Board... Steampunk Wedding

Today inspiration board is for Vanessa and Ray's steampunk inspired wedding at the Langham Hotel in Pasadena. H.G Wells vintage romanc...

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Featured Wedding... Emily & Mike

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm so excited to have Emily and Mike's wedding featured in The Best Wedding Magazine!  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had such a fun time designing their vintage birdcage-inspired wedding.   Emily was easy-going and calm throughout the whole planning process, and Mike, a talented graphic designer, created all the stationery, including handmade invitations out of paper towels!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black;"></span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0rNzQGUY08BzSbpIh9UJwn9cPBFdkG8DBelehimPe_sCdO23eBse1e0EJTVIhwu-5A563tTE5hOXbIJxsl7gwMIFDPA3h3CxykYMbuiXlZJp-prt_0e-4TbN4rExlltxTK_tQQYji-WsA/s640/henningmagpress1jpg.jpg" width="496" /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCNXC-PRhXnC8Pe7DKYnI5DgnU4NX3jcsPwGsN4TQ2FL63DC1nnYrRPYYaHLaEtU3xccN491gJcrpP9CAlNubBP0Y3s3svkdNjT0ak5Ba26dqkbYXUdrq1bX3x_RmLtSz0vS19CXQvu5bv/s1600/henningmagpress3jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCNXC-PRhXnC8Pe7DKYnI5DgnU4NX3jcsPwGsN4TQ2FL63DC1nnYrRPYYaHLaEtU3xccN491gJcrpP9CAlNubBP0Y3s3svkdNjT0ak5Ba26dqkbYXUdrq1bX3x_RmLtSz0vS19CXQvu5bv/s640/henningmagpress3jpg.jpg" width="496" /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-mTxXdrOJOom7GnJFx7Zad_-JNu3FUEIXklifS3UchpfdCO1WZfwRAwPklnAaHiXB7w8J0n2OHpV5nlkrpoyZfoJhWxN2f6DYegSyntyQfE0eg0BHBhxDrAuj4U4XdstFjjykHI-_8zBx/s1600/henningmagpress2jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-mTxXdrOJOom7GnJFx7Zad_-JNu3FUEIXklifS3UchpfdCO1WZfwRAwPklnAaHiXB7w8J0n2OHpV5nlkrpoyZfoJhWxN2f6DYegSyntyQfE0eg0BHBhxDrAuj4U4XdstFjjykHI-_8zBx/s640/henningmagpress2jpg.jpg" width="496" /> </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Event Designer and Planner: <a href="http://www.simplynaturalevents.blogspot.com/">Annette Garcia Kerslake for Simply Natural Events </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ceremony Venue: <a href="http://www.sp-apostle.org/">St. Paul the Apostle Church</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Reception Venue: <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/laxmb-marina-del-rey-marriott/">Marina Del Rey Marriott</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Photographer: <a href="http://www.lindalewisphotography.com/">Linda Lewis Photographer</a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Florist: Ann's Florist</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">DJ: <a href="http://www.dashdjs.com/">Dash Entertainment</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Make Up Artist: <a href="http://www.blushingbridalmakeup.com/#home">Blushing Bridal</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Stationary: <a href="http://www.mpgdesign.com/">Mike Paz</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Linens: <a href="http://www.bbjlinen.com/">BBJ Linens </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-NG39R1Cs7Zi1LYR0VK0I3vwi3ApQSbIeHn0AckEFWRUiFZMz8hCDMkAkpY574I8HTvx-m3Uhe8SXz7n7j-SOp3DioO8aNwvdajvWMiRQByyIIpu9oX-5j2QKmSLEBElUXfB6rWOO6grO/s1600/henningmagpress2jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><br /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0rNzQGUY08BzSbpIh9UJwn9cPBFdkG8DBelehimPe_sCdO23eBse1e0EJTVIhwu-5A563tTE5hOXbIJxsl7gwMIFDPA3h3CxykYMbuiXlZJp-prt_0e-4TbN4rExlltxTK_tQQYji-WsA/s1600/henningmagpress1jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></div></div>

Featured Wedding... Emily & Mike

I'm so excited to have Emily and Mike's wedding featured in The Best Wedding Magazine! I had such a fun time designing their vintag...

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Silhouette Cake Toppers

I've never been a huge fan of cake toppers, but this year I've seen so many unique ones I've changed my mind. <br /><br />These customized silhouette toppers would make a perfect heirloom! <br /><br /><div style="line-height: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/47450040/" target="_blank"><img /></a></div><div style="float: left; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><div style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px;">Source: <a href="http://beyondbeyond.co.uk/blog/lovely-silhouette/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">beyondbeyond.co.uk</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/rebeccasafford/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Rebecca</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div></div><br /><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">Where to buy: <a href="http://wedzu.com/products/custom-acrylic-silhouette-wedding-cake-topper-made-from-your-photos">Wedzu</a></span>

Silhouette Cake Toppers

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Featured... Style Me Pretty

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpwuh7jt5NR8fwSx3-6gaAV94DW61rNeMSSfSB7r9gjxGonWH1CvEwx2QC-4v4wDscXLLxhMsOrcyGiqAWc3VLcqqU4ihJdnHyMfLxkTTFeh6-XwvavuUyi9Uw4eOJhNTmpQp_vJW658YI/s1600/stylemepretty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="362" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpwuh7jt5NR8fwSx3-6gaAV94DW61rNeMSSfSB7r9gjxGonWH1CvEwx2QC-4v4wDscXLLxhMsOrcyGiqAWc3VLcqqU4ihJdnHyMfLxkTTFeh6-XwvavuUyi9Uw4eOJhNTmpQp_vJW658YI/s640/stylemepretty.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />I'm so excited that one of my favorite weddings got a front page    feature on one of my favorite wedding blogs, Style Me Pretty! Ashley and  Drew are a fun loving, funky  grooving, soul surfing couple.  Their  attention to detail and style  showed in every part of their wedding...  Their rainbow color scheme meets  retro beach meets rustic barn all  blended together seamlessly.  <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/gallery/gallery/3327" target="_blank">See more of this barn fête in the gallery.</a><br />Thank you to all the amazing vendors:<br />Wedding Photography: <a href="http://www.hoguephoto.com/" target="_blank">Stephanie Hogue Photography</a> / Wedding Cinematography: <a href="http://hellosuper8.com/" target="_blank">Hello Super 8</a> / Wedding Venue: <a href="http://www.triciafountaine.com/dp_gallery/dp_gallery.html" target="_blank">Dos Pueblos Ranch</a> / Event Design: <a href="http://www.triciafountainedesign.com/" target="_blank">Tricia Fountaine Design</a> / Wedding Coordination: Annette Garcia Kerslake of <a href="http://www.simplynaturalevents.com/" target="_blank">Simply Natural Events</a> / Catering & Event Rentals: <a href="http://www.cpcatering.com/" target="_blank">Command Performance Catering</a> / Floral Design: Nikki Lee Collins / Hair & Makeup: <a href="http://www.fiorebeauty.com/" target="_blank">Fiore Beauty</a> / Wedding Dress: <a href="http://www.amsale.com/" target="_blank">Amsale</a> / Groom’s Attire: <a href="http://www.hugoboss.com/" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a> / Groom & Groomsmen Ties & Hankies: <a href="http://www.hugoboss.com/" target="_blank">Hugo Boss</a> / Cocktail Music: <a href="http://www.myspace.com/metallicmumu" target="_blank">Isaiah MacMenami</a> / DJ: <a href="http://www.djbradrobinson.com/" target="_blank">Brad Robinson</a> / Visuals: <a href="http://www.jamesgreen.tv/" target="_blank">James Green</a> / Invitation & Poster: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ellothere" target="_blank">Ello There</a> <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGTE4t1jw8gQlJ1QxBXuPWAg05PkMsmfGPaPROG-rOhnwOgkLgBFoISD4u1-CyA_BhGGvGAJ7NdRvPAdsiQmRRnifF_96xFVdRSytUUD0Rwhy6V75SHGoWJa4cvBSf2g9wbYpmIF2hypQW/s1600/stylemepretty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpwuh7jt5NR8fwSx3-6gaAV94DW61rNeMSSfSB7r9gjxGonWH1CvEwx2QC-4v4wDscXLLxhMsOrcyGiqAWc3VLcqqU4ihJdnHyMfLxkTTFeh6-XwvavuUyi9Uw4eOJhNTmpQp_vJW658YI/s1600/stylemepretty.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a>

Featured... Style Me Pretty

I'm so excited that one of my favorite weddings got a front page feature on one of my favorite wedding blogs, Style Me Pretty! Ashley...

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Vintage Brooch Boutonnieres

<h1><b><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">Here's a </span><b><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">stylish,</span></b><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"> eco-friendly alternative to the traditional flower boutonniere.  It will make for an everlasting memento of your wedding!</span></b><b></b></h1><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg1O3O3Y9CKOFGJ2M8u0jxPnVXanIYBhV6VwSC0-fikCDqsqxTa_RFDUIOwCHNY4HWKQwi97ys1aV_gleAw3uf0zWHJA6kjY9SWdIE2iYE6MdfMhzL9bWie3vrRCI15RAVkQ6zGj3Op-0b/s1600/100lc_ol41.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg1O3O3Y9CKOFGJ2M8u0jxPnVXanIYBhV6VwSC0-fikCDqsqxTa_RFDUIOwCHNY4HWKQwi97ys1aV_gleAw3uf0zWHJA6kjY9SWdIE2iYE6MdfMhzL9bWie3vrRCI15RAVkQ6zGj3Op-0b/s400/100lc_ol41.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Images via <a href="http://www.oncewed.com/">Once Wed</a></span></b></td></tr></tbody></table><h1><b><br /></b></h1>

Vintage Brooch Boutonnieres

Here's a stylish, eco-friendly alternative to the traditional flower boutonniere. It will make for an everlasting memento of your wedd...

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Rustic Woodland Chalkboard Hearts

<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66900032/set-of-100-rustic-woodland-chalkboard?ga_search_query=hearts&ga_search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_5565283">Bragging Bags </a>Wood chalkboard hearts is perfect for your upcoming Valentine's Day party. Woodland. Eco Friendly. Natural. Shabby Vintage Chic.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyKNdHPU-8-VKiAlLw5dXBcNNy5Oc9O-Pl-SKtuvYBBgdhsNlhLgrwoL4rr3uf55ANWmtD1GAG0zdVWGpVwlk0FtBOUOs2fn_gJ4vBLOfZRoQ52xRIzKyZ7cBWKSrfDK7jhRVbXBzw3tY3/s1600/il_570xN.212219829.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyKNdHPU-8-VKiAlLw5dXBcNNy5Oc9O-Pl-SKtuvYBBgdhsNlhLgrwoL4rr3uf55ANWmtD1GAG0zdVWGpVwlk0FtBOUOs2fn_gJ4vBLOfZRoQ52xRIzKyZ7cBWKSrfDK7jhRVbXBzw3tY3/s400/il_570xN.212219829.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/66900032/set-of-100-rustic-woodland-chalkboard?ga_search_query=hearts&ga_search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_5565283">Bragging Bags</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br /> Use as Table Numbers ~ Escort Cards ~  Place Cards ~ or Name Cards ... they also double as drink coasters  & unique little favors!

Rustic Woodland Chalkboard Hearts

Bragging Bags Wood chalkboard hearts is perfect for your upcoming Valentine's Day party. Woodland. Eco Friendly. Natural. Shabby Vintage...

5:13 PM

Rustic Barn Weddings and Gatherings

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSCx0gHa6tqY8TYbCikVnIoxDwNDlK_CI1Yy9C9s6vDDbPc7yunFxYBihopS_Ad_v6QaFBeZe8hbZUEZuOWQRCJ-aE_rJBh3acNeXa8CPqPxdA6VwbQgXdUDNk3jLMCRHc835q2JhkJu3D/s1600/barn.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSCx0gHa6tqY8TYbCikVnIoxDwNDlK_CI1Yy9C9s6vDDbPc7yunFxYBihopS_Ad_v6QaFBeZe8hbZUEZuOWQRCJ-aE_rJBh3acNeXa8CPqPxdA6VwbQgXdUDNk3jLMCRHc835q2JhkJu3D/s320/barn.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>  <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVNdX3dY61G-VjwBMbRUswHgyagDAVdXKqlFpTl3XQrwRwZwegx0vjRmYsSFRrGeIs_L4KjDONZILWwNeVQi2-Scw381DW_ybLC0j00VO3j_IN60yCttJQFFvtlztJHbV6shYO-2EFczQS/s1600/barnlights+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOng5uBjDrWoDnY2-CamuFKGUOFPc0vhWGejmfrwhyphenhyphenUhSsM5lFvTQJSc440F0FHDu6ucnqLAcVW7SfPz45P4RX-mTJHKECzWtYUtiHpkIjImLgPzxAwT1MSV0YAsUo5OlnurUgV8XU9KS4/s1600/barnlights.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOng5uBjDrWoDnY2-CamuFKGUOFPc0vhWGejmfrwhyphenhyphenUhSsM5lFvTQJSc440F0FHDu6ucnqLAcVW7SfPz45P4RX-mTJHKECzWtYUtiHpkIjImLgPzxAwT1MSV0YAsUo5OlnurUgV8XU9KS4/s320/barnlights.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVNdX3dY61G-VjwBMbRUswHgyagDAVdXKqlFpTl3XQrwRwZwegx0vjRmYsSFRrGeIs_L4KjDONZILWwNeVQi2-Scw381DW_ybLC0j00VO3j_IN60yCttJQFFvtlztJHbV6shYO-2EFczQS/s1600/barnlights+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVNdX3dY61G-VjwBMbRUswHgyagDAVdXKqlFpTl3XQrwRwZwegx0vjRmYsSFRrGeIs_L4KjDONZILWwNeVQi2-Scw381DW_ybLC0j00VO3j_IN60yCttJQFFvtlztJHbV6shYO-2EFczQS/s320/barnlights+2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">Fall is a great time for intimate gatherings with family and friends.  Fall brings families together as people are thinking about coming home, spending time with loved ones and it’s a romantic time for a wedding.  You can set the setting for your guest as soon as they walk in by hanging wreaths of wheat and sitting decorative corn stalk bundles wrapped in fall foliage.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">Fall is filled with beautiful rich colors of reds, oranges yellows and browns, as well as comes with an array of natural decorative pieces, such as pumpkins, acorns, cornucopias and gourds.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">A perfect location for a fall gathering is in a rustic, natural yet intimate setting, such as a barn.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">It can be casual yet elegant.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">Decorating options are limitless.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">Most barns have exposed beams, which provide lots of great lighting options such as hanging elegantly draped strands of white twinkle lights or lanterns.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">Paper lanterns can be a less expensive alternative.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">You can also use carved pumpkins with decorative patterns, rather than scary faces, or use paper bag luminaria to light a pathway, aisle or just to simply add more decorative lighting.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">If you live in a climate where the leaves change color in the fall, use them as decoration.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">For weddings, instead of an aisle runner, sprinkle leaves and fall colored flower petals down the aisle.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>   </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">If you do not live in a climate where the leaves change in the fall, you can by decorative silk fall leaves.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">You can also sprinkle these along with flower petals on your tables as decoration.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">Also consider using carved out pumpkins as your centerpiece vase to put beautiful rich fall flower bouquets in.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;"><span>  </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; font-size: 21px;">Whatever your event, whether it is a wedding, special event gathering or Thanksgiving, fall is the perfect setting for an intimate gathering with friends, families and loved ones.</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJvIPJ3GdeJ9FsmlDGmzK2k4rPYPZhmTdA6k82WhkQPRaom3enurCI8TA1ReHmAxu5grDK21OzAAZJJt44kwSXOnpXXTA5g6m1hB_oPR_VjUDe1Dvt80x4XCWCzIh5u02jWjAi8m8Ak9pq/s1600/Fall%252BWedding%252BTable.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJvIPJ3GdeJ9FsmlDGmzK2k4rPYPZhmTdA6k82WhkQPRaom3enurCI8TA1ReHmAxu5grDK21OzAAZJJt44kwSXOnpXXTA5g6m1hB_oPR_VjUDe1Dvt80x4XCWCzIh5u02jWjAi8m8Ak9pq/s320/Fall%252BWedding%252BTable.jpg" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Images via google</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times-Roman; 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Rustic Barn Weddings and Gatherings

Fall is a great time for intimate gatherings with family and friends. Fall brings families together as people are thinking about coming...

5:59 PM

Thanksgiving Napkins Ideas

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here's some effortless napkin ideas for your Thanksgiving table by <a href="http://www.bhg.com/holidays/thanksgiving/indoor-decorating/thanksgiving-napkins/?page=2">Better Homes and Gardens</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin4YS3fXakg3NkjE1bFVGLygjBJnvLwppJBrK1CRCpoU4Lpy4HGPlc69wVL7tVBJWN2XtEZx9eNq_StgMq7eLTNGOk6KajE4jb9FX_ygAFRpVg4a9io3zoEC32w-RaYChd2OYn6lzH0PAq/s1600/ss_ANC401719.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin4YS3fXakg3NkjE1bFVGLygjBJnvLwppJBrK1CRCpoU4Lpy4HGPlc69wVL7tVBJWN2XtEZx9eNq_StgMq7eLTNGOk6KajE4jb9FX_ygAFRpVg4a9io3zoEC32w-RaYChd2OYn6lzH0PAq/s320/ss_ANC401719.jpg" width="288" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjljovdK0UbKntdjaOAcLRftbEvkGojmhb6mVflJ4x6oB_vQd_sBVWSxGl7PsDv9iHOgwVmIbpSU8-tFpcqvitbqqnke0_6rBpUPGG_DurM8n-26v_3I8TkiOKJKO299q3kus854nlFYS6u/s1600/ss_101431803.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjljovdK0UbKntdjaOAcLRftbEvkGojmhb6mVflJ4x6oB_vQd_sBVWSxGl7PsDv9iHOgwVmIbpSU8-tFpcqvitbqqnke0_6rBpUPGG_DurM8n-26v_3I8TkiOKJKO299q3kus854nlFYS6u/s1600/ss_101431803.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHlwQehJgljZRA8pmN2jgTjJjP0PLuq1f-M2yyI0K0ln-4A65ktksGxmbHFzQS0Z-VGN6Xjg3x3pRWD2povxPWmB6aqqiLR_Rjp3mHKEY8gAv8YDntYjyGvYMApNvn9xG_hHLyyVekfSxF/s1600/ss_bhgvideofall602c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHlwQehJgljZRA8pmN2jgTjJjP0PLuq1f-M2yyI0K0ln-4A65ktksGxmbHFzQS0Z-VGN6Xjg3x3pRWD2povxPWmB6aqqiLR_Rjp3mHKEY8gAv8YDntYjyGvYMApNvn9xG_hHLyyVekfSxF/s1600/ss_bhgvideofall602c.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCBgBItsA26SV9r-IbXiKk7U8YxQjsKjvE5oCBe4o5bm2Wxi9HlPW0Ylb1cj4amHkA8-EMu93DJEfYGMjzsEH7PE8xJQdaW3FyEPPvCIPARf2wdBgDj00YR1F9Uwnps4mtcwSM0P3fdsgF/s1600/ss_CSH902759.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCBgBItsA26SV9r-IbXiKk7U8YxQjsKjvE5oCBe4o5bm2Wxi9HlPW0Ylb1cj4amHkA8-EMu93DJEfYGMjzsEH7PE8xJQdaW3FyEPPvCIPARf2wdBgDj00YR1F9Uwnps4mtcwSM0P3fdsgF/s1600/ss_CSH902759.jpg" /></a></div>

Thanksgiving Napkins Ideas

Here's some effortless napkin ideas for your Thanksgiving table by Better Homes and Gardens .

6:47 PM

Rustic and Recycled Home Decor

Here's some lovely items from, <a href="http://atwestend.com/" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 102, 0);">At West End</span></a>, for a rustic outdoor wedding.  For all my eco-friendly brides you'll find some great finds.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfdvGpTOx7-7RnrMBA6RXhPJDVaaXkHHp0RJ3fcmBROp8hS2brm8kYmed2DBINnbSGLEMRmiVnrqftNuZ80QVuIt0_fV-I5ApS3JDWd3UwofMGsUvUe7uPDEzZaXPIMVRQT_xU5yvsnkkM/s1600/PFR4001.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5484010105688510674" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfdvGpTOx7-7RnrMBA6RXhPJDVaaXkHHp0RJ3fcmBROp8hS2brm8kYmed2DBINnbSGLEMRmiVnrqftNuZ80QVuIt0_fV-I5ApS3JDWd3UwofMGsUvUe7uPDEzZaXPIMVRQT_xU5yvsnkkM/s320/PFR4001.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2fHAddIbs84-xE2oMxwj-htzrmT0cENZKJ3nEVskMQNfKqO16r4d4hCY8q4uz7GsVY4Zk8f_gOiiCeGITV4wf92RB8NUq1iBqybgY-SxAkc_aB4O4egDhN4HQ7FwL0H5UhxukqMmPaI94/s1600/CJJ3255.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5484010098427016514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2fHAddIbs84-xE2oMxwj-htzrmT0cENZKJ3nEVskMQNfKqO16r4d4hCY8q4uz7GsVY4Zk8f_gOiiCeGITV4wf92RB8NUq1iBqybgY-SxAkc_aB4O4egDhN4HQ7FwL0H5UhxukqMmPaI94/s320/CJJ3255.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ58Fqnjw-TtVQv_ioJ6LQEg-JJlcD6VHGwcjna93nTiLfxdR9YOWosmEUEXDA50Cnn-TSDn_vXVu0Vcj7mPAF46VQB4kgIgzBTGpQzPEyK465C2pqE1_OdESBlx9KBHMrV2TSW_SEtAry/s1600/PA3002X.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5484010111880177298" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ58Fqnjw-TtVQv_ioJ6LQEg-JJlcD6VHGwcjna93nTiLfxdR9YOWosmEUEXDA50Cnn-TSDn_vXVu0Vcj7mPAF46VQB4kgIgzBTGpQzPEyK465C2pqE1_OdESBlx9KBHMrV2TSW_SEtAry/s320/PA3002X.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 214px; height: 320px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span>

Rustic and Recycled Home Decor

Here's some lovely items from, At West End , for a rustic outdoor wedding. For all my eco-friendly brides you'll find some great fi...

12:09 AM

Vintage Silverware Place cards

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4bQGV2vIaD7r1YeAfKZFxIvaAIlE3rKj_MWkdkpsF1N1V5OxsOhU8941O71CmbSvLmQddErZdZVCDxi4ZQakVxQ4PP0bTS9w3YeCS9Ntg4mmjx1B83NZnAg2ibIMzmPr0P25865ASvQM1/s1600/il_430xN.136143217.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459691602598147650" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4bQGV2vIaD7r1YeAfKZFxIvaAIlE3rKj_MWkdkpsF1N1V5OxsOhU8941O71CmbSvLmQddErZdZVCDxi4ZQakVxQ4PP0bTS9w3YeCS9Ntg4mmjx1B83NZnAg2ibIMzmPr0P25865ASvQM1/s400/il_430xN.136143217.jpg" style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 369px;" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">These tarnish silver-plate vintage silverware  are perfect for place setting accents, and garden markers! A vintage or rustic wedding must have.</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;font-size:85%;" ><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Where to find</span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/whitetulipboutique"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">:</span> whitetulipboutique's   shop</a></span>

Vintage Silverware Place cards

These tarnish silver-plate vintage silverware are perfect for place setting accents, and garden markers! A vintage or rustic wedding must h...

11:45 PM

Vintage....Lost & Found

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggOiCGoxD0NI9rJZPZs8oJEsWoCAiiDPSM1jb5M5uRTl2rUeEavyWcWkSU_2m9W1mBvVM2klyeptfT28MjfK-RTDnQ2DAiyAbyiiQWEmJ7uBl8KcZX0ifInCFKaw-5KUUXPteJmuQyNxlX/s1600-h/rent_vintage_furniture.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447251191740352178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggOiCGoxD0NI9rJZPZs8oJEsWoCAiiDPSM1jb5M5uRTl2rUeEavyWcWkSU_2m9W1mBvVM2klyeptfT28MjfK-RTDnQ2DAiyAbyiiQWEmJ7uBl8KcZX0ifInCFKaw-5KUUXPteJmuQyNxlX/s400/rent_vintage_furniture.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Looking for those great vintage trunks, chairs, and suitcases? Try</span> <a href="http://www.vintage-rentals.com/index2.php#/rtext_3/" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outbound/article/http://www.vintage-rentals.com/index2.php#/rtext_3/');" style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" target="_blank">found</a> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">an event decor and prop resource supplying brides, event planners, designers and photographers with unique vintage items to give their presentations character, style and originality. Using resources and connections across the country, Jeni is usually able to find that unique item y</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">ou have been dreaming about!</span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIld2fAWJHSuc7ejFwr3VPgo4sRX8G5SO5xYQ1bkbhDhMRMVokqHFkk1I9KnQt_9xyigr2ZCGYOZsg7ZTInRA2PeSUKB696aObF9Gz_pxSEBvGD0uRSWsYOipQp8CG831SzJFXRuCFhDFm/s1600-h/vintage_wedding_rentals.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447251589933944562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIld2fAWJHSuc7ejFwr3VPgo4sRX8G5SO5xYQ1bkbhDhMRMVokqHFkk1I9KnQt_9xyigr2ZCGYOZsg7ZTInRA2PeSUKB696aObF9Gz_pxSEBvGD0uRSWsYOipQp8CG831SzJFXRuCFhDFm/s400/vintage_wedding_rentals.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 134px;" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeKT293tq0u26ciq1gDsvhtbZr2yD6qITAP5uSNhJEXk3JygWRHKnmf2cw4TDJKX4EB032920LL-J9YAGSE9tcKsK3GE-t5TkG30KyZgcR_xiT2GhhfdeLYmcWaqSVU8nzC46YUIRFZSqf/s1600-h/rent_vintage_props.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447251501462903106" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeKT293tq0u26ciq1gDsvhtbZr2yD6qITAP5uSNhJEXk3JygWRHKnmf2cw4TDJKX4EB032920LL-J9YAGSE9tcKsK3GE-t5TkG30KyZgcR_xiT2GhhfdeLYmcWaqSVU8nzC46YUIRFZSqf/s400/rent_vintage_props.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 323px; height: 400px;" /></a><span style="font-size:78%;"><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Images Via:</span> </span><a href="http://www.weddingchicks.com/" style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Wedding Chicks</span></a></span>

Vintage....Lost & Found

Looking for those great vintage trunks, chairs, and suitcases? Try found an event decor and prop resource supplying brides, event planners...

9:36 PM

Faux-Bois Fun!

<a href="http://amyatlas.blogspot.com/"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 51);">Amy Atlas</span></a> create a fall-inspired dessert bar with faux-bois and acorns, just in time for Thanksgiving.<br /><br />For desserts, they made almond fondant cakes placed on tree trunk cake stands. They also created pistachio cinnamon meringue and tuiles filled with spiced-apple custard.<br /><br />To get the recipe for pistachio cinnamon meringue check out her <a href="http://amyatlas.blogspot.com/2009/09/cinnamon-pistachio-meringue-recipe.html"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 0);">blog</span></a>!<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwizfuKr5pCeTz6OWFZIMD6D2D7_nQXlxJt5OuJVXSqchgLahyphenhyphenFdDJecIFetnGC6f7YmTiDBQfuhm0TsNsKQgcpuVuu45BBNujs0ugWJ5NuR0mkyB-fm4ZJgWj7EmsAJxZ6JCv_RsjJvJJ/s1600/Fall06.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404915791548141522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwizfuKr5pCeTz6OWFZIMD6D2D7_nQXlxJt5OuJVXSqchgLahyphenhyphenFdDJecIFetnGC6f7YmTiDBQfuhm0TsNsKQgcpuVuu45BBNujs0ugWJ5NuR0mkyB-fm4ZJgWj7EmsAJxZ6JCv_RsjJvJJ/s400/Fall06.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 282px;" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZy9SczVlRShj7eCpOkleOkqURFwtmhz3xzTheBsGEEXlChCSr50MMpWd1IpkccY2gwdF4JSL75zBoLlQom4dyeIjx_7JjMpPNT4nR7ZaazMX5X_WpGfhOwhApU2WxTT-v64uSiuC2wrwc/s1600/Fall05.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404915787785909202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZy9SczVlRShj7eCpOkleOkqURFwtmhz3xzTheBsGEEXlChCSr50MMpWd1IpkccY2gwdF4JSL75zBoLlQom4dyeIjx_7JjMpPNT4nR7ZaazMX5X_WpGfhOwhApU2WxTT-v64uSiuC2wrwc/s400/Fall05.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO0L-6wWQ3SH94j5lnqrtKerWK-BlvO5Tc3uwbyyoQZ4a8clFto2K8tAVswjMRRDYYK879e6LyU7RzntnCyOmFSJNWwP6uuzy9KgfbqRMJTJ3PAgqHwwA2dBjcVIPQAG6E-AMwoaT6F25h/s1600/Fall03.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404915780341602210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO0L-6wWQ3SH94j5lnqrtKerWK-BlvO5Tc3uwbyyoQZ4a8clFto2K8tAVswjMRRDYYK879e6LyU7RzntnCyOmFSJNWwP6uuzy9KgfbqRMJTJ3PAgqHwwA2dBjcVIPQAG6E-AMwoaT6F25h/s400/Fall03.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhANBMXvdNXkkVJCCUFB1bPUZy6asG8ITIP03x53qGj70_B_W1y-Txe5-xOWM-YgfcrJS8qn86YNb5OUImdwugtoOVsTkmiT6-zp_g-vhlNWDE_lNQ6L6lclFmo7DmjfOpiQsWoKLKqIz8N/s1600/Fall01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404915778349485858" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhANBMXvdNXkkVJCCUFB1bPUZy6asG8ITIP03x53qGj70_B_W1y-Txe5-xOWM-YgfcrJS8qn86YNb5OUImdwugtoOVsTkmiT6-zp_g-vhlNWDE_lNQ6L6lclFmo7DmjfOpiQsWoKLKqIz8N/s400/Fall01.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 312px;" /></a><br /></div>

Faux-Bois Fun!

Amy Atlas create a fall-inspired dessert bar with faux-bois and acorns, just in time for Thanksgiving. For desserts, they made almond fonda...

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Fashion Fridays: Autumn Romance

<div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/autumn_wedding/set?.mid=embed&id=11969471"><img alt="Autumn Wedding" border="0" height="400" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFlRtTE1CSmljM2hHTFExQnM4YXd6RVEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Autumn Wedding" width="400" /></a><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/autumn_wedding/set?.mid=embed&id=11969471">Autumn Wedding</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.mid=embed&id=1503">gokarm</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/giambattista_valli_dresses/shop?brand=Giambattista+Valli&category_id=3">Giambattista Valli dresses</a></small></div><br /><div style="font-size: 0.75em;"><b>Items in this set: </b><br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/strapless_petal_print_dress/thing?.mid=embed&id=6835996">Giambattista Valli dress</a>, 3,765 GBP<br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/hyper_priv_patent_pump/thing?.mid=embed&id=6033496">Brownsfashion.com shoes</a>, 465 GBP<br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/anthony_david_evening_bag_with/thing?.mid=embed&id=6083646">Allthingstrendy.com bag</a>, $180<br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/raw_cube_diamond_ring_in/thing?.mid=embed&id=9094896">Todd Reed ring</a>, $1,890<br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/amber_waves_grain_necklace/thing?.mid=embed&id=5363219">Modcloth.com necklace</a>, $15</div>

Fashion Fridays: Autumn Romance

Autumn Wedding by gokarm featuring Giambattista Valli dresses Items in this set: Giambattista Valli dress , 3,765 GBP Brownsfashion.com sh...

11:02 PM

Whimsical Crowns

<span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">I'm always on the lookout for beautiful, rustic elements for myself and brides.  These sweet crowns from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5649119"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Which Goose</span></a> will give you a one-of-a-kind look.  Be sure to check out <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5649119"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Which Goose's</span></a> other accessories!</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkzpVp93iefuYkjpYEPEAEyyzR4EE61jNWu1zVPkTty4bmNRVZtAgXPTUGEM9v8fe0qkfXolxSO6dxv9JVnTJicshOIQ2fHu55OD-X-crxB_saxnrfgnLjQfJKHQQ-Uq2uGRGB_nRM0lGT/s1600-h/il_430xN.90571537.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392239763777649058" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkzpVp93iefuYkjpYEPEAEyyzR4EE61jNWu1zVPkTty4bmNRVZtAgXPTUGEM9v8fe0qkfXolxSO6dxv9JVnTJicshOIQ2fHu55OD-X-crxB_saxnrfgnLjQfJKHQQ-Uq2uGRGB_nRM0lGT/s400/il_430xN.90571537.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 309px; height: 400px;" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLIziGGqYDqpZq9tueKDyr5BfYXhceYRWi7AVI8NwmsiDbkkeeIXLjxm1_lmF8tZ_m_zw-zMkJfnH2xSGVW2JY_Bg_xR3EzPZXW320iO58ZBIzrLhscmzU6QSaLVQ7_aTC6AUMdd0ceKZs/s1600-h/il_430xN.93231318.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392239777421219042" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLIziGGqYDqpZq9tueKDyr5BfYXhceYRWi7AVI8NwmsiDbkkeeIXLjxm1_lmF8tZ_m_zw-zMkJfnH2xSGVW2JY_Bg_xR3EzPZXW320iO58ZBIzrLhscmzU6QSaLVQ7_aTC6AUMdd0ceKZs/s400/il_430xN.93231318.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 265px;" /></a><br /></div>

Whimsical Crowns

I'm always on the lookout for beautiful, rustic elements for myself and brides. These sweet crowns from Which Goose will give you a on...

4:54 PM

DIY Tufted Moss Ring Pillow

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBMXTRLvtUdpEl5f1Fy0kvq4HzLHBi4LoHsj47MfdjCHeOjwEjHGm2r2XpFKRO7bJoet9OFd1TBpyyaiEFHp9ZdmDmpJmVMm3zeHwDJZAtAYWJ2J-msJo7nDMEDh9rPYOjVCIbfk35aFjd/s1600-h/diy-tufted-ring-moss-pillow.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384226723989919698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBMXTRLvtUdpEl5f1Fy0kvq4HzLHBi4LoHsj47MfdjCHeOjwEjHGm2r2XpFKRO7bJoet9OFd1TBpyyaiEFHp9ZdmDmpJmVMm3zeHwDJZAtAYWJ2J-msJo7nDMEDh9rPYOjVCIbfk35aFjd/s400/diy-tufted-ring-moss-pillow.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 266px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><br /><strong style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">What You’ll Need:</strong> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">  A 5″ x 5″ X 2″ piece of Styrofoam</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">  2 feet ribbon (2″ wide)</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">  3 yards of ribbon (1/4″ wide)</span> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">  A 6″ x 6″ scrap of fabric</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">  A handful of sphagnum moss</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">  Straight pins</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> </span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">  Round-headed corsage pins</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">. A pair of scissors</span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">.</span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIkCudtJVCgioDQoo62G7acPVWXnh69iwPAq3EAJhNlFibXlbn9KN0tYF1E1yiTMbFh8g2Fj4wYqGRYbfAapMIdGZcGeeDU0_1wf7JCfcN7wCRtLFgQlEKtbF4Cvbp2APJHc3luRlIkFgg/s1600-h/diy-moss-ring-bearer-pillow-2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384226714236587442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIkCudtJVCgioDQoo62G7acPVWXnh69iwPAq3EAJhNlFibXlbn9KN0tYF1E1yiTMbFh8g2Fj4wYqGRYbfAapMIdGZcGeeDU0_1wf7JCfcN7wCRtLFgQlEKtbF4Cvbp2APJHc3luRlIkFgg/s400/diy-moss-ring-bearer-pillow-2.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 343px;" /></a><br /><strong style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Instructions</strong></div>  <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">1.  Center  your fabric face up on the Styrofoam square   Fold the fabric<br />edges  over sides of the Styrofoam and secure with straight pins.    Wrap<br />the corners neatly and pin.  (see figure 1)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">2.  Turn your Styrofoam over so the fabric side is down. Take your<br />sphagnum moss and stretch it out across the top of the Styrofoam.  Be sure<br />that the moss completely covers the surface.  (see figure 2)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">3.  Cut a length of the skinnier ribbon and run it diagonally across the<br />mossed surface.  Attach both ends of the ribbons on the sides of the<br />Styrofoam using straight pins.    Repeat this process to create a diagonal<br />grid of ribbon on the top of the pillow.</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">4.  Take your corsage pins and stick them into the points where the<br />ribbons intersect on the pillow top.  (see figure 4)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">5.  Turn the pillow on it’s side and pin the end of the wider ribbon in<br />the center of the side, using your straight pins.  (see figure 5)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">6.  Wrap the ribbon around all four sides, concealing the fabric edges and<br />skinny ribbon tails.   Pull it tightly as you go and keep the ribbon edges<br />lined up with the edges of the pillow.  (see figure 5)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">7.  When you pass your starting point, fold under the ribbon tail and pin<br />it down using your corsage pins.  (see figure 6)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">8.  Trim off any loose moss bits.</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">9.  Cut a 12″ length of the skinnier ribbon and tie it to the corsage pin<br />in the center of the pillow.  Attach your rings by tying a bow. (see<br />figure 7)</p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><strong>What it costs:</strong><br />Styrofoam square  $.90<br />Ribbon  $3.00<br />Corsage Pins $2<br />Small bag of moss $1.80<br />Total = $7.70</p> <p><span style="font-size:85%;"><em><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Project created by </span><a href="http://www.lalalaurie.com/" style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);" target="_blank">Laurie Cinotto,</a></em></span><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-style: italic;"> Via <a href="http://www.oncewed.com/7568/diy-wedding/once-wed/diy-tufted-moss-ring-pillow-2/?currentPage=1" style="color: rgb(102, 51, 102);">Once Wed</a></span></span><br /></p>

DIY Tufted Moss Ring Pillow

What You’ll Need: A 5″ x 5″ X 2″ piece of Styrofoam 2 feet ribbon (2″ wide) 3 yards of ribbon (1/4″ wide) A 6″ x 6″ scrap of fab...

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DYI...Wedding Cup Cake Stand

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRIZY8h3UbcA8l6Td7ThFmjlCroJA2HRIBlMUMMQrpDi93qRcNL4yK_7Bjl_57e-WoJ7R3URpMc6w4tx1ZQBS6XiwsHX6iCFfrVLAQ9tt5T70bbcOz_oFrykhi0o_k2ZFKRp8zbwK2X6m7/s1600-h/diy-cupcake-stand.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368605905810752562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRIZY8h3UbcA8l6Td7ThFmjlCroJA2HRIBlMUMMQrpDi93qRcNL4yK_7Bjl_57e-WoJ7R3URpMc6w4tx1ZQBS6XiwsHX6iCFfrVLAQ9tt5T70bbcOz_oFrykhi0o_k2ZFKRp8zbwK2X6m7/s400/diy-cupcake-stand.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 266px; height: 400px;" /></a> <span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">These cupcake stands from <a href="http://www.oncewed.com/7598/diy/decor/diy-wedding-cupcake-stand-2/?currentPage=1"><span style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);">Once Wed</span></a> are sublime for a </span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">vintage wedding or baby shower.</span><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> Can you believe they're made from terra cotta pots?  </span><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiNigiB-GQ9rfaB2PbCh8YyqKZtfhaa3SLE2BPTMGO7FWP427V1tSaR2BUFuyQSvyIZb_9Di6b-TJu17dx2Ogf5xVg9_off4IVRzdafMtSR6Fowllv4PtFwUPU1QyI01w4U8754Xr2pkXQ/s1600-h/diy-cupcake-stand1.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368605899116143986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiNigiB-GQ9rfaB2PbCh8YyqKZtfhaa3SLE2BPTMGO7FWP427V1tSaR2BUFuyQSvyIZb_9Di6b-TJu17dx2Ogf5xVg9_off4IVRzdafMtSR6Fowllv4PtFwUPU1QyI01w4U8754Xr2pkXQ/s400/diy-cupcake-stand1.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 370px; height: 400px;" /></a><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  ><strong>                                                                  <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;">What You’ll Need:</span></strong></span> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >2 terra cotta saucers   (I used a 7” and a 10” saucer, but you can use any size you like)</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >2 terra cotta rose pots (The pots I used are 5” and 6” high. You can use any size as long as they are taller than the height of your cupcake and frosting.)</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >2 yards ribbon  (or what  ever it takes to make it around the circumference of your saucer)</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Decorative or scrap book paper</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Acrylic paint</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Hot glue gun and glue sticks</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Sponge paint brush</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Scissors</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Cupcakes</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  ><strong>Resources:</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Terra cotta pots are available  at most nurseries and home and garden stores.</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Cupcakes shown are available  at Hello, Cupcake in Tacoma, WA </span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 153, 153); font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.hello-cupcake.com/"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  > </span></a><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  ><a target="_blank">http://www.hello-cupcake.com</a></span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"> </p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  ><strong>Instructions:</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >1.  Begin by painting both sides of your terra cotta saucers and only the outside of the terra cotta rose pots with your acrylic paint and sponge brush <em>(see figure  one and two). </em> Paint a second coat if needed.</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >2.  Allow the paint to  dry <strong>completely</strong>. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >3.  Turn the saucers upside down and glue the bottom of the rose pots to the back side of the saucers using your hot glue gun.   Use a generous amount of glue.  <em> (see figure 3)</em></span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >4.  When the glue has dried, turn your cake stands right side up and carefully glue your ribbon to the edge of your saucers.   <em>(see figure 4)</em></span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >5.  Cut two circles out  of your paper to line the inside of the saucers.  <em>(see figure  5)</em></span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >6.  Stack stands and arrange  your cupcakes. </span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  ><strong>Budget:</strong></span></p>  <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >2 terra cotta saucers $7</span></p><p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >2 terra cotta rose pots $3</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >acrylic paint  $2.50</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >2 yards ribbon $4</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >1 sheet paper $1.50</span></p> <p style="text-align: center; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style=";font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:small;"  >Total =  $18 for two stands</span></p> <p style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em>Project created by<span style="text-decoration: underline;"> <span style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);">Laurie Cinotto,</span></span><a href="http://www.lalalaurie.com/" target="_blank"><br /></a></em></span></p>

DYI...Wedding Cup Cake Stand

These cupcake stands from Once Wed are sublime for a vintage wedding or baby shower. Can you believe they're made from terra cotta po...

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