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Etsy Finds

Etsy + Groupon = Heartsy (Free $5 Credit)

by Nicole on 05.11.2011
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If Groupon and Etsy had a baby, it would definitely be Heartsy, and let me just tell you…I am obsessed! If you read this blog on the regular, you definitely know a few things about me: 1) I love Etsy, and 2) I love a good deal, so Heartsy is like a dream come true! [...]

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Dessert Pedestals from burlap+blue (with a special Plunge Project discount code!)

by Nicole on 03.15.2011
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Every once in a while I came across something that makes me think, “damn, I wish I saw this before my wedding!” And that’s how I felt when Linda of burlap+blue reached out to me about her gorgeous dessert pedestals. Of course, you’ll remember that for my wedding, I made my own cake stands. But [...]

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GIVEAWAY: Vintage Garter from JLWeddings

by Nicole on 10.25.2010
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I love Etsy. Seriously. I don’t know what my wedding would be without that amazing resource. It’s been a wonderful place to find vintage and handmade items for my big day — many at a much better price than I found at bridal stores. Plus, I’m all for supporting local artists and finding unique items [...]

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4 Unique Guest Book Alternatives

by Nicole on 08.17.2010
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I’ve been to quite a few weddings, and one thing that every one has is a guest book. So of course, that’s something Michael and I are planning to pick up for our own wedding. However, something about the traditional, plain guest book bores me. And from what I’ve heard from other brides, they often [...]

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Alternatives to the Traditional Veil

by Nicole on 08.04.2010
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I’ve been putting a lot of thought lately into what my hair is going to look like on my big day, and what veil or hairpiece is going to compliment that. While part of me wants the traditional long veil, another huge part of me is actually thinking to go in an alternate direction. If [...]

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Clutches for your Bridesmaids

by Nicole on 06.16.2010
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My wonderful wedding photographer, Jennie Andrews posted these amazing clutches on her blog last week, and I just had to share! [Side note: If you're in the market for a wedding photog, check out Jennie. Did you see the absolutely stunning engagement photos she took of Michael and I?] Anyway, I’m pretty pumped to put [...]

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Hairpieces from Jennypickle Designs

by Nicole on 06.14.2010
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I went into Alfred Angelo with one of my bridesmaids last week so she could order her dress and happened to see a beautiful feathered flower hairpiece. Of course, I asked to see it, and fell in love — until I saw the $90-ish price tag! So I snapped a photo and took to Etsy [...]

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Lace Jewelry from Tree & Kimball

by Nicole on 06.01.2010
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I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend! I know I did. But now that it’s Tuesday and Memorial Day weekend is officially over, Daily Delight is back, and I’m ready to show you another amazing Etsy find — lace jewelry from Tree & Kimball! Reminiscent of the lace doilies many of our grandmothers have, this [...]

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Custom Painted Ring Dish

by Nicole on 05.27.2010
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I love this sweet hand-painted ceramic ring dish on Etsy! This would make a wonderful keepsake for after your wedding and doubles as a ring holder to keep your shiny new jewelry safe while washing dishes and doing other “dirty” tasks. The listing is meant to be customized to match your flowers or any symbolic [...]

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Shabby Chic Wedding Signage

by Nicole on 05.21.2010
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I’ve posted on wedding signage before. But more recently, I’ve found some more great sign options available on Etsy. My most recent find comes by the way of My Primitive Boutique. These shabby chic wedding signs are perfect if you’re having a vintage or homespun style wedding. From signs pointing guests to the wedding, to [...]

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