Flowers

{Floral Inspiration} Fabulous Fall Flowers

by Ashley on 09.27.2012
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The only good thing about summer coming to an end is fall! As the wedding season winds down, I’ve been seeing the most amazing fall floral arrangements at our events. Gone are the days of boring color schemes; bold pops of color are making a statement as the seasons change. Some of my favorite arrangements [...]

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{Floral Inspiration} Hydrangeas

by Nicole on 08.09.2012
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For as simple as hydrangeas are, I absolutely adore them. In fact, I used them in my own wedding, and once the summer heat cools down a bit, I plan to plant some in my yard. If you’re looking for an inexpensive floral option that can make a big impact, hydrangeas just might be the flower for you! [...]

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{Floral Inspiration} Paper Flowers

by Nicole on 07.17.2012
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It’s no secret that flowers can easily become one of the big ticket items of your big day. That’s why I’m just loving the trend of using paper flowers! Not only are they unique, they’ll last a lot longer than real flowers any day, and if you’re crafty enough, you can surely DIY them. Not [...]

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{Ceremony Trend} Aisle Petal Designs

by Nicole on 06.21.2012
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Looking to jazz up your wedding aisle? While brides have been lining aisles with petals for years, one great new trend I’ve been seeing is the aisle petal design! Here’s what I’m talking about… What do you think of this ceremony trend? Image Credits: Scott Hopkins Photography, Inside Weddings, Lawrence Villelions, Melissa Koehler Photography

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{Floral Inspiration} Cotton & Rustic Weddings

by Nicole on 06.05.2012
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So maybe cotton’s not a flower per se, but it’s still a great rustic “floral” trend I’ve seen popping up lately. And you have to admit, it’s definitely unique! So if you’re planning a rustic, Southern-style wedding, I hope you’ll get inspired by some of these lovely uses of cotton in place of more traditional [...]

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{Floral Inspiration} Baby’s Breath for Wedding Decor

by Nicole on 05.16.2012
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Like many people, I used to view baby’s breath as just a filler flower, but I’ve recently discovered how absolutely beautiful it can be on its own. Not only is is ultra-affordable, but it can make a huge impact when used correctly. Thinking about putting baby’s breath front-and-center in your wedding decor? Here’s a little [...]

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{Floral Inspiration} Yellow Billy Balls for Wedding Decor

by Nicole on 04.17.2012
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There is something just so sweet about the ultra-simple billy ball (also known as the billy button and officially called the Craspedia). This pom-shaped flower pops up in weddings all the time, even occasionally owning the entire theme of a wedding. Although, they’re perfect as an accent too; I especially love them in rustic affairs. [...]

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{Fab Friday Finds} 6 Spring Inspired Centerpieces

by Cheryl on 03.09.2012
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Spring is right around the corner, and gorgeous blossoms are about to be in bloom. These spring-inspired floral creations are the perfect touch for your wedding, bridal or baby shower, brunch or as a way to add a dash of festivity to your daily routine! 1. This fresh & fun-loving Easter-themed centerpiece adorned with pastel Easter [...]

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{Wedding Crafting with Cricut} DIY Paper Flowers (+ a Cricut Coupon Code)

by Nicole on 01.25.2012
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Since I’ve been busy crafting away with my Cricut, I’ve also been searching around the internet (mainly Pinterest of course) to gather some inspiration. So when I came across the image below over on the Cricut blog, I knew I needed to not only figure out how to make these gorgeous paper flower, but also [...]

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Recyled Bride’s 12 Wedding Trends for 2012

by Nicole on 01.11.2012
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Yesterday, I received a press release from Recycled Bride in my inbox, and as a PR-friendly blogger (I’m a PR gal myself you know), I wanted to share this great list of hot, sustainable wedding trends. As wedding spending increases in 2012, hitting its highest point since pre-recession nuptials, brides and grooms are focused on [...]

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