Autumn Apple Inspiration Board

Fall is that exciting time of year when there is a sense of electricity in the air that seems to radiate around everything.  The air is crisp, the leaves are changing colors, the weather is getting cooler and there is nothing better than curling up with a warm mug of apple cider.  Of course we couldn't help but put together this darling apple inspiration board in celebration of the season.  Chop full of charming details, how cute would your wedding reception be if it was hosted at an apple orchard?  Hand out personalized apple bags and allow guests to pick their own apples to take home as fall wedding favors.  Love it.

 

Image Credits: Apple butter, Couple with apples, Apple with Rings, and Pies via Style Me Pretty, Apple Slice Favors, Couple on picnic blanket via Polka Dot Bride, Apple garland via Snippet and Ink, Monogrammed burlap favor bags, Mason jar lighting, Apple cider favors, DIY apple pie favor kits, Pick your own apple favors via Gabriel Boone Photography

Pretty Picnic Wedding ~ A Red Picnic Wedding Themed Inspiration Board

With the lovely weather lately, we can’t help but daydream of a blanket spread on the grass, and the sun shining down on a perfect picnic.  For the laid-back or outdoor-loving couple, a picnic themed wedding may be just the thing.  Your picnic wedding could be as fancy or relaxed as you want.  We love bold, bright reds paired with hay bale seating or elegant round tables.  Use plain red or patterned tablecloths, and simple flower arrangements. Keep your guests satisfied with signature red cocktails and strawberry shortcake in red-and-white checkered paper cartons.  When it comes time to eat, each guest can choose an adorable boxed meal with a menu printed on a sticker on the front of the box.  

For these and more picnic wedding themed ideas, follow our Picnic Weddings Board on Pinterest.

Image Credits: Cherry Pie, Bridal Portrait, High-Top Table with Bunting, Glass Bottles, Boxed Lunches, Favors, Strawberry Shortcake, Table Setting, Signature Cocktail, Wedding Invitations, Mini Picnic Baskets, Berry Cake, Personalized Napkins, Bridesmaids Dresses

12 Days of Weddings - 12 Drummers Drumming Inspiration Board

Happy December and welcome back to our 12 Days of Weddings blog series. So far you have seen each of the first 11 verses from the famous '12 Days' Christmas carol played out in image collages for fantasy holiday weddings. It has been fun, but now it is time for the final edition in the series. Don't worry, we still have this 12 Drummers Drumming inspiration board to lift your holiday spirits!

For the 12 Drummers Drumming we chose winter blue, holiday red, and shiny gold for our color palette. Sheet music and percussion instruments create a musical theme that is sure to get your guests' spirits singing.

If you are just joining us in the blog series, we hope you enjoy this latest post and feel free to check out the preceding eleven inspiration boards for holiday ideas for your winter wedding. If you aren't a holiday bride, we're positive you can use some of these lovely ideas at your next Christmas party as well.  Happy Holidays!

Image Credits: Sheet Music Paper Chain from Jane Lookerse on Etsy, British Royal Air Force Marching Band from Zimbio, Drum Centerpiece from KM Flowers, Love Banner from Victorian Station on Etsy, Mrs. Calligraphy Print from Special Things Shop on Etsy, Sheet Music Wrapped Gift via Mysker Moore Wedding, Platinum Bridesmaids from The Knot via , Sheet Music Ornaments from Kristy's Chic Boutique on Etsy, Glitter Confetti from Note to Sarah, Winter Blue Dress from Wedding Dress Shop, Vintage Groom from Ruffled Blog

12 Days of Weddings - 11 Pipers Piping Wedding Inspiration Board

Thank you for joining us for the eleventh edition of our 12 Days of Weddings blog series.  We've had so much fun bringing you holiday wedding inspiration for each of the 12 Days of Christmas.  It's hard to believe we only have one more inspiration board left.

For this holiday collage, we've pulled from the legendary 11 Pipers Piping to bring you a warm and inviting board inspired by all things tartan.  I love the idea of a traditional plaid Christmas wedding and I'm so excited to be able to bring this inspiration to life.  Doesn't the combination just give you that warm and fuzzy holiday feeling?

Image Credits:  Flower girl in plaid, Scottish ceremony procession, 11 pipers piping gift box, Scottish bride and groom, Plaid lodge setting, Holiday wreath, Bride in plaid, Plaid tablesetting, Tartan reception table, Bridesmaids bouquet, Scottish wedding party, Celtic wedding band, Woman with wreath

12 Days of Weddings - 9 Ladies Dancing Wedding Inspiration Board

We are down to the 9th installment of our 12 Days of Weddings, where we are showcasing holiday inspiration for each of the 12 Days of Christmas.  For this romantic take on 9 Ladies Dancing, we've pulled inspiration from the wonderful world of ballet and added a Christmas twist.

When you combine the beautiful lines of the ballet with the romantic nature of weddings, you are bound to have created an enchanting affair full of feminine details and beautiful accents.  Add in some deep shades of red and sparkling gold for a holiday twist that feels rich and lavish.

Image Credits: Red Ballet Shoes, Ballet Dancers, Bride with Bouquet, Jimmy Choos, Flower Girl, Calligraphy Invitation, Ballet Dancers, Checkerboard Wedding Reception, Birds Nest Veil, Bride in Ballet Shoes, Bride in Tunnel

12 Days of Weddings - Eight Maids a Milking - Inspiration Board

It's time for our eighth installment in our 12 Days of Weddings blog series! I can't believe there are only four more episodes to go before Christmas. We have been having so much fun creating wedding inspiration boards based on the famous 12 Days of Christmas carol. This latest version is just as delightful.

We wanted to get creative with our "Eight Maids A Milking" theme, so we decided to pretend that those eight little maids finished their milking, churned the milk into butter, and then did a whole bunch of baking. They then hosted a milk and cookies theme wedding reception with a vintage red and white color scheme. Luckily we were on hand to capture the moment and preserve it for posterity with a lovely image collage.

All make-believe aside, the milk and cookies reception is a favorite theme of ours. The red and white color scheme manages to convey a holiday feeling while still tying in the milk-and-cookies theme. We love the way the striped paper straws accent the glass milk bottles perfectly. Kitschy little favor boxes shaped like old-school milk cartons are another fabulous idea. (You can even download a free printable milk carton box pattern here.) The rest of the theme comes together with vintage accents like metal milk pails, a lovely red barn as part of your venue, and red and white wedding accessories.  

Without further ado, we hope you enjoy the playful interpretation that we like to call "Eight Maids a Milking... and Then Baking Some Cookies."

Image Credits: Bride and Groom from Jared Wilson Photography, Striped Bridesmaids via Stacey Kane Photography, Milk Glasses, Bottles and dessert table from Amy Atlas Events, Red Stripe Tie by La Vie Photography via Kelly OShiro Events , Red Shoes via Style Me Pretty, Milk Carton Favor Boxes by The Sweetest Occasion, Striped Gifts from Country Living, Snow Cake from Tiny White Daisies, Christmas Armoir from Country Living

12 Days of Weddings - Four Calling Birds

We are excited to reveal the newest edition in our 12 Days of Weddings blog series, featuring inspirations drawn from Day Four of the famous 12 Days of Christmas song. A fun little known fact about this verse is that it originally named four colly birds, not four calling birds. In other words, the original quartet of birdies consisted of simple blackbirds. While we love the cheeky little Christmas card (shown to the left) that plays off the more well-known phrasing of the song, our main set of images features colly bird silhouettes and vintage style in keeping with the original verse. Enjoy!

 

Image Credits: Four Calling Birds Card from Paper-Source, Blackbird Sachets via Manolo Brides, Invitations from unknown source, Favor Bags from KcPaperWorks on Etsy, Cupcakes from Paper Scissors Cake on Etsy, Handmade First Christmas Ornament from Paloma's Nest, Feathered Head Piece from PeacockPixys on Etsy, Bouquet via Ideas In Blume, Vintage Limo from Limofan.net, Black and White Ornaments via The House of Brooke , Red Dress and Fur Shrug by MKPhoto.

12 Days of Weddings...Three French Hens

On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me... This holiday season we are showcasing must-see wedding ideas for each of the 12 Days of Christmas.  To keep the ball rolling, we are so excited about this third addition to our collection...(drum roll please)...we bring you a french holiday wedding inspired of course by...the 3 french hens.

Combining rustic tones of cranberry, navy blue, and camel, this charming wedding collection blends french country style with the charm of small town farm life.  Come on back next week to see more ideas from our 12 Days of Weddings.

Image Credits:  French hen Christmas card, Engagement photos of couple with hens, French country table setting, Letterpress rooster thank you cards, Violin, French hen favor tags, Rooster table setting, Feather hair fascinator, Wedding dress and groom in suspenders, Burlap and toile table runner.

12 Days of Weddings...A Partridge in a Pear Tree

It is just starting into the fall season here.  The air is crisp and the nights beckon for a warm cup of apple cider.  It's around this time of year that I begin to think of the coming holiday season and long for the sounds Bing Crosby to fill the room.  Since it is way too early to start playing Christmas music (and doing so might send people running for the nearest exit), I will just have to live vicariously through all of you. (cue sly chuckle...hee hee hee)

With that said, we are so excited to announce the start of our 12 Days of Weddings.  Leading up to Christmas, we will present to you our favorite holiday wedding ideas and inspiration for each of the twelve days of Christmas.  Come back next week to see what else we have in store for our 12 Days of Weddings and to see other great holiday ideas.

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me...A Partridge in a Pear Tree...

Image Credits: Rustic centerpiece from 2 Sisters Blog, Pear cookie via Dessert First, letterpress partridge holiday card from byvik ink, pine tree sapling favors via Nancy Gould Photography, dotted feather fascinator, pear tree from Gumps,  jam wedding favors, presents from BHG, pear shaped earrings from Dalim, champagne lollipop tutorial from Martha Stewart, red chapel via flickr

All is Fair in Love and Weddings....A Country Fair Wedding

Maybe it's my 4-H and county fair background or the fact that I'm excited about going to the Ohio State Fair this weekend, but I just can't stop fawning over the idea of having a country fair themed wedding. August is here, which means the end of summer is near, and fair season is commencing! A country fair wedding is perfect for those couples who are looking for a casual, rustic and playful way to celebrate their wedding day. Get inspired by checkered table cloths, colorful balloons and fabric pennant garlands. Set up a kissing booth or other fair games to keep guests entertained. Use fair tickets as place cards or drink ticket vouchers. And don't forget about the most important aspect of any fair...the food! Serve your favorite fried delights, from corn dogs and cheese sticks to mini elephant ears and cotton candy cocktails. A country fair wedding isn't for everyone, but you can't deny how fun these photos are! Take a look and get inspired, and while your at it hit your local county fair and grab that funnel cake you've been day dreaming about!

Photo Credits: Ferris Wheel dusk image, Ferris wheel balloon couple, fair food appetizers and raffle ticket name cards from Charlotte Wedding Magazine, Carnival themed wedding program and fabric banner reception hall from Ophelia Photography, Kissing booth and balloon photos from Josh Goleman, Kettle corn and photo booth table from Jagger Photography

Our Favorite Things - Aqua. Red, and Brown Paper Packaging

I know I'm not the only one who is obsessed with the modern look of aqua and red paired with cute and kitschy stripes or polka dots. Add in the warm tones and textures of brown kraft paper to get a look with a modern - meets - nostalgic feel that has event planners and bloggers swooning. I've compiled some of my favorite ideas to inspire your aqua and red themed party. Pay special attention to the coordinating personalized party supplies, adorable french fry tray, and striped straws in glass bottles.



Photo Credit: Personalized Party Supplies from My Wedding Reception Ideas. Suitcases from Hostess with the Mostess. Red Striped Straws in Glass Milk Bottles from Brilliant Bash. Thank You Card from Oh So Beautiful Paper.  Paper Package from Wink Designs. Red Napkin Wrapped Flatware and Fry Tray from Ideas in Blume



Refreshing Red and Coral Inspiration Board

I just love the idea of using a tomato red mixed with a coral for spring and summer wedding colors.  The mix is so refreshing.  The red adds a bit of vibrancy while the coral brings in a softer more airy feel.  Check out some of our fave pics below for a little inspiration on this trendsetting palette:

Photo Credits: Row 1 and 3: stylemepretty.com.  Row 2 and 4: theknot.com

Happy Planning!

Allie

Wedding Inspirations and Ideas for Fall

These beautiful styleboards were inspired from our fave fall wedding ideas. We love the idea of infusing nature into an autumn themed wedding with pops of orange and red. Popular shades for this year are spice and cranberry. These warm tones add a cozy element and look great in photos! Add splashes of green and brown with muted yellow accents to pull the look together.

Fall Wedding Theme

Halloween is the perfect wedding theme for adventurous brides looking to add the unexpected. As luck would have it, this daring holiday falls on a Saturday this year. Now how perfect is that! To pull your Halloween theme off without going overboard, bring in elements like the ones shown below.

Halloween Wedding Theme

(Top: Orange and red fall centerpiece theknot.com real weddings, Maple leaf wish tree tags - pack of 80 by byapryl etsy.com, fall wedding cake image by Joshua Gene. Middle: Personalized cocktail napkins, two-piece embroidered gown by Monique Lhuiller, leaf favor box place cards Wish Special Events. Bottom: Fall leaves votive tea light candle favors from our list of fall wedding favors, set of three autumn leaves and hydrangeas hair clips luly612 etsy.com, fall bouquet theknot.com real weddings)

(Top: Pumpkin mum centerpiece inspiration Better Homes and Gardens, Monogram door decor Martha Stewart Weddings, Personalized paper Halloween lunch bags from our picks of Halloween wedding favors. Middle: Bride and groom theknot.com real weddings, reception hall decor, bouquet theknot.com Bottom: Rustic barn setting, black mini lantern tea light candle holders, boutonniere courtesy of theknot.com real weddings)