Hello, Remember Me?

{via Pinterest}

Knock knock. Who's there? Clearly, it's not me! It's been quite awhile since I've blogged and, well, its probably time for a little explanation, huh? Well, I can now say that I am officially a college graduate (WOOHOO!) and that my ability to say that is the main reason why the blogging has been MIA these past couple of months! 

Now, for the good news. I will be blogging again in the new year! However, I have a few {very super duper awesome} things up my sleeve and Notable Inspiration will be getting moving, changing and expanding. Unfortunately that's all I can say right now and you'll just have to wait a little longer to find out all the fun, new, {hint: crafty} details! In the meantime, you can follow along with a little inspiration on my new favorite inspiration tool, Pinterest. Of course, there's always Twitter too! 

I want to send a shout-out to all of you that have continued to check in here on Notable despite my short term disappearance. Happy, Happy New Year to everyone, and be sure to head on back for more updates in 2011!

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

My Top Picks from New York Bridal Market

October means bridal market and bridal market means a brand spankin' new Vera Wang collection. HA-LE-LU-JAH! And, more recently, Marchesa has developed a new bridal collection that is seriously to die for. My Vera picks are perfect for getting that jaw to drop as you walk down the aisle, and Marchesa provides something a bit more fun and flirty for dancing! Which one is your fave?

{Vera Wang Spring 2011 Dresses via AisleDash}

{Marchesa Spring 2011 dresses via AisleDash}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

As Seen on Etsy: USB Typewriter

I was watching the Maker Faire episode of Martha Stewart yesterday and saw too many awesome inventors to count... and then I saw the inventor of the USB Typewriter. And I am still in awe. Jack Zylkin has turned those awesome vintage typewriters we see in so many wedding shoots lately, into totally function keyboards for your computer or iPad! I am head over heels for his idea of mixing two completely different generations into one awesome product. Holy cow! It is quite the splurge to buy an already converted typewriter, but he also offers converter kits if you or your beau are the DIY techy type! If you can afford to drop the time or cash, what an interesting guestbook this would make! The perfect compromise if you love your vintage finds and your fiance loves anything technological. Sound familiar, anyone?

{All Images via USB Typewriter's Etsy Shop}

 Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Etsy Wedding: Whimsical Peacock Blue, Magenta & Vibrant Green

I am so obsessed with deep, dark peacock blue right now. Not the feathers, just that awesome blue color. Aside from it being the perfect color for my future dining room walls, it makes a great base for a wedding, especially when paired with a magenta or raspberry pink (a.k.a. my future dining room chairs) and maybe a little green too. I felt a little whimsical when creating this palette, the flower wands, mismatched tags and those oh so awesome flower books for centerpieces! I love the idea of a colored crinoline peaking out from under a bride's dress, don't you? And those little dollops of heaven in the bottom right corner? Key lime white chocolate clouds. Mhmm, I think dessert is calling my name!

{1. House Photo by Punti Di Vista, 2. Flower Photo by A Peace of Cake, 3. Necklace by White Owl, 4. Fabric Boutonnieres by Cotton Bird Designs, 5. Flower Book by Shophouse, 6. Garland by This Neck of the Woods, 7. Woven Ribbon by Kristina Marie, 8. Flower Wand by Petal and Thorn, 9. Crinoline by Swank Underpinnings, 10. Art Tags by Belladrummer, 11. Key Lime White Chocolate Clouds by Nicole's Homemade Treats}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Notables: One-of-a-Kind Centerpieces

This post is non-traditional + handmade at its finest. Some people just don't like flowers and some people love flowers but want just a little something extra. Well, allow me bring you one-of-a-kind, totally unique and so easily DIY-able centerpieces (Books, Glass Domes and Candelabras included)!

{via Ruffled}

{via Martha Stewart Weddings}

{via Martha Stewart Weddings}

{via Love and Lavender}

{via The Sweetest Occasion} 

{Vintage Glass Dome by Little Byrd Vintage}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Inspired by Interiors

{via Apartment Therapy}

Short and sweet today... I pretty much would love to see this turned into a wedding. Long neutral tables with wooden chairs and glass jars filled with billy balls. Silhouettes (perhaps of the couple at all different ages) for table numbers and a menagerie of vintage lamps and lanterns hanging from above. Alongside your guestbook, present a collection of old family photos and even fun artwork from your school days in mismatched frames for guests to enjoy. Casual, vintage perfection... can you picture it?! Because I sure can! Have a fantastic and beautiful weekend!

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Color Inspiration: A Fall Wedding with Pumpkins & Eggplant

Fall has sprung here quite suddenly and now that it's October, I figured it was about time to post a little autumn inspiration. Today's palette combines punches of pumpkin and pops of another great fall hue... eggplant. I about flipped when I saw the pumpkin as a soup bowl idea in my Martha wedding emails! How awesomely October, no? Long tables with burlap runners, loads of candles and purple hued flowers... perhaps a few mini pumpkins in there too! Vintage sodas in perfect season colors and garlands of leaves to frame a photobooth. For favors? I would love to see mini pumpkins with simple pumpkin carving kits.. how fun is that!?

{1. Calligraphed Envelope by Primele, 2. Fall Tablescape via Wedding Whims, 3. Fall Candles via Martha Stewart Weddings, 4. Leaf Garland via It's Mary Ruffle, 5. Cornhusk Votives via Martha Stewart Weddings, 6. Boutonnieres by Meadowbelle Market, 7. Soda Photo by Caroline Tran, 8. Bridesmaid Photo via Style Me Pretty, 9. Pumpkin Soup Bowls via Martha Stewart Weddings, 10. Ball Gown via Shana Faust}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Notables: Family Photos

It's always nice to see family photos at weddings... parents wedding photos and hilarious childhood snapshots,  so why not display them in a fun and different way? Here's how!

{via Wedding Whims}

{via The Full Bouquet}

{via Martha Stewart Weddings}

{via Martha Stewart Weddings}

{via 100 Layer Cake}

{via Snippet & Ink}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Head on over to Notable's Inspiration!

{via Notable's Inspiration}

Ever have one of those weeks... ok, months... where you barely have time to eat, sleep and blog? Yep, thought so. I am currently the lucky recipient of one of those dreaded times so consider this a short little break while I choose eating (chocolate) and sleeping (sometimes) as my priorities. I'll be back ASAP (hopefully towards the end o this week!). In the meantime, check out Notable's Inspiration where I'll be updating in the meantime with a little inspiration to get you all through your busy days!

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Notables: Balloons

Bringing you a Tuesday Notables post today because I just couldn't resist talking about the fun and youthful decor option that balloons bring to the table! They make a great backdrop for a dessert table, perfect eye-lifting centerpiece accents, fun photo props and just great motifs overall! I always love when weddings stay fun, friendly and down-to-earth and balloons provide the perfect accompaniment!

{via Style Me Pretty}

{via Ruffled}

{by Ello There}

{via 100 Layer Cake}

{via Martha Stewart Weddings}

{via JL Designs}

{via Martha Stewart Weddings}

{by L. Elise Crafted}

{via Wedding Whims}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Notables: The Sunshine Award!

As I was putting together my Notables post for today, I found out that I was awarded the Sunshine Award by Sewseas (Thank you, thank you!!)! So, I thought the Sunshine Award idea was super fun and decided to scratch my Notable post for something a little different.

It's now my turn to award this to 12 awesome bloggers, and, I mean.. what a great excuse to tell you all who's been inspiring me lately, right?!

Postcards and Pretties

P.S.- I Made This

La Dolce Vita

Marriage Confessions

Catalog Living

This Is Glamorous

Dandelion and Grey

Eat Drink Chic

The Rockstar Diaries

Oh Happy Day

Ada & Darcy

Twig & Thistle

Soooo.. Which one is your fave?! A special thank you shout-out to Sewseas for passing along the award!!

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

As Seen On Etsy: Baby by Stevie

Notable's on color overload today with gingham, seersucker and damask ties galore! The best part? These ties are for the little ones in your wedding. Yep, Baby by Stevie creates all these super fab, completely adorable accessories for those younger folk! I can't even handle the vibrant gingham, or that seersucker.. it is just too cute in miniature form! Of course, there are a ton of other prints to obsess over too... so head on over to their Etsy shop for more kid fashion!

{All Products and Images via Baby by Stevie's Etsy Shop}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Color Inspiration: A Country Western Wedding

My new found love for country music has spurred a new found love for cowboy boots, line dancing.. well, you get the point. And for those of you die hard country fans out there, there's nothing wrong with a boot scootin' boogie kinda wedding! I've suggested cowboy boots as wedding shoe-wear many a time, and this is certainly an appropriate one. Cover bails of hay in burlap for ceremony seating and use wildflowers for your bouquets. Of course, a reception in a barn is perfecto, and wouldn't it be a dream to have a country band to serenade you? Mason jars for drinks too, don't forget! And, if you want to take the country feel to it's highest level, choose horseshoes for place cards or cowboy hats for favors (fun!). Too much for your big day? Have an all-western rehearsal dinner instead!

{1. Bride & Groom Photo by Ryan Olsen, 2. Bridesmaid Photo via Frenchie and Flea, 3. Cowboy Hat Photo by Bloomgal, 4. Country Band Photo by Ryan Olsen, 5. Mason Jar Drinks via Martha Stewart Weddings, 6. Ceremony Seating via Martha Stewart Weddings, 7. Wagon via Country Living, 8. Horseshoe Place Cards via Weddingbee, 9. Barn Photo via Ruffled, 10 Invitations by Paper+Cup Design, 11. Western Prop Styling by Camilla Krishnaswamy}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Notables: A Few Martha Stewart Projects!

In honor of The Martha Stewart Show's premier (going on as I write this!) I rounded up just a few of her plethora of DIY wedding projects. You can always count on Martha, Darcy & their team to come up with a creative project that leaves you with a super cute (and professional looking) result! Enjoy!

{Paper Chandelier}

{Garland Canopy}

{Paper Pinwheels}

{Lace Luminaries}

{Hanging Ribbon Decor}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Head on over to Notable's Inspiration!

It's Friday again! Gotta love those short weeks (Thanks Labor Day!) that make the next weekend come all that much faster! I've got a bunch of new inspiration up on Notable's Inspiration so head on over and check it out! Wishing everyone a happy and relaxing weekend... see you Monday!

{via Brancoprata}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Etsy Wedding: Bold Black & White with Pops of Color

Inspired by yesterday's As Seen on Etsy feature, I'm going for bold, graphic black and white prints as today's jumping off point. Isn't that black & white chevron flower girl dress to die for!? Mix up bold stripes, houndstooth and anything else eye-popping for your vases. Or, just buy plain white ones and paint your own patterns on them! Since we're prepping for fall, I thought this wedding was perfect for a slight apple motif, perhaps in your centerpieces, or just as your place cards and cake topper. Don't forget bright red flowers and modern cupcake toppers to seal the deal! (Yes, I did suggest a cake topper and cupcake toppers... there's nothing wrong with both!)

{1. Hat by Penorus, 2. Flower Photo by Walter Helena Photography, 3. Apple Cake Topper by Middleburg Folk Art Studio, 4. Dress by Ouma, 5. Wreath by Knock.Knocking, 6. Card by Whitney Rae Paper, 7. Striped Vase by Kristenkswanson, 8. Apple Photo by  Nineteen Six Four, 9. Custom Cupcake Toppers by Milla Love, 10. Chevron Dress by The Measure} 

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

As Seen On Etsy: Knock.Knocking

I am not usually one to like wreathes, but I saw these by Knock.Knocking and now I'm a changed girl! Not your traditional wreath, and certainly not a typical wedding item... I had to do a post on these as a great option for a shower gift or even a little something extra on the doors of your ceremony or reception site! I'm head over heels for the striped ones and the colors are almost too much for me to handle! They are just so fantastic! A little eye candy for your door!

{All Products & Images via Knock.Knocking's Etsy Shop}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Color Inspiration: Modern Pink and Gray

I have pink on my mind today. Largely due to the fact that my cousin is engaged as of yesterday (Insert screams and squeals here!) and, well, she has a bit of an obsession with pink! So, low and behold... a modern pink and gray wedding. J. Crew came through with an wow-oh-wow gray bridesmaid dress (Aren't you in love with it??). Pretty pink peonies or carnations with gray linens, and little pops of hot pink... like in straws for mini milkshakes, or decor for your dessert bar. I love the simple DIY-style chair accent... how easy and cute would that be for an extra little touch!? A touch of romance and a whole lot of modern, perfect for any season, no? Love!

{1. Couple Photo via What Junebug Loves, 2. Chair Photo via Style Me Pretty, 3. Mini Milkshakes Photo via JL Designs, 4. Dessert Bar Photo via JL Designs, 5. Dress by J. Crew, 6. Tissue Poms by Sweet Poms, 7. Ring Bearer Pillow by The Blooming South, 8. Invitations by Appleberry Ink, 9. Table Photo via Style Me Pretty}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Head on over to Notable's Inspiration!

It's been quite the week here at Notable! A whole lot of literary inspiration (Which one was your favorite!?) and a little bit (Ok, more like a lot) of awesomeness with my guest blog post for the Etsy blog! A huge thank you goes out to the Etsy folks that gave me that opportunity! Phew, I don't know if I can handle all this excitement! If you haven't gotten a chance to check out my Etsy post, be sure to click here. And, after you do that, I'm sending you on over to Notable's Inspiration for a little pre-weekend inspiration! Happy long weekend everyone!!

{by Elgarbo Fine Art Prints}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly