Monday, September 27, 2010

Head on over to 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

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

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 Ruffled}








Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Monday, September 20, 2010

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?!




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

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

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

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

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

Monday, September 13, 2010

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!






Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Friday, September 10, 2010

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!


Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Thursday, September 9, 2010

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

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

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

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

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

Friday, September 3, 2010

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!!


Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Check me out on the Etsy Blog!!

It's time for the big ol' news I've been talking about for the past week and I'm so excited, I could faint! Through the Renegade Craft Fair, I was able to meet a few of the people at my all-time favorite, most admired company... Etsy! And, I have been lucky enough to be asked to do a blog post for, yes, the Etsy blog!!!! (Insert squeal here.) Since I love working on my all-Etsy weddings for Notable, it was only fitting to do two very special ones for Etsy, and winter wedding-ers you are in luck.... I've brought two totally different and unique winter palettes to play with! SO, you better head on over to Etsy to check out my little piece of pride and joy. Oh yeah, I'm just a little ecstatic.. can't you tell? Huge thanks to the awesome folks at Etsy and I hope you all enjoy it!!

Click HERE to check it out!


Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Etsy Wedding {Book Week}: Dark Romance from Jane Eyre

When I say book week, something has to be from that romantic, Victorian era that I lust after. And while most turn to Pride & Prejudice or something of that fantastic sort... I wanted to take a little turn toward the darker, gothic era with this one. Enter Jane Eyre. Such a dynamic, twisted classic that, well, doesn't really scream wedding, but certainly makes a beautiful one if you're willing to take the risk. Think romantic tea party with a dark side. And, luckily, I could count on my trusted Etsy vendors to provide the rest...


Dark charcoals and deep roses with a hint of victorian lace and that green you only picture when you envision this distinct era. I have no problem seeing a bouquet of delicate dried flowers (This can be done with appropriate treatment!), or at least dried petals for the flower girl to throw. Antiqued gold jewelry and lace cuffs complement a stunning and functional cape for those winter weddings! Perhaps a little monogram green cufflinks for the men?

{1. Wedding Dress by Joan Shum, 2. Monogram Cufflinks by Pop Art Gifts, 3. Lace Cuff by BatCakes Couture, 4. Vintage Tie by Get Lucky Vintage, 5. Teacup Ring by Sora Designs, 6. Flower Girl Dress by Beane and Co., 7. Cameo Locket by Cosmic Girl, 8. Cape by Margery Daw, 9. Wilted Bouquet Photo by Delaney La Fae, 10. Bridesmaid Gown by Pantora by Andrea}

I would forgo fresh flowers for dried petals and brass and golden vessels of all sorts. Long tables strung with these mismatched containers and non-traditional florals atop dark hued runners would be oh so perfect for the mood that the attire has already set. Purchase a handmade leather journal for your guest book and provide primrose-infused soap for favors.

{1. Invitation by Blue Window Creative, 2. Leather Journal by Peaseblossom Studio, 3. Brass Pitcher by Dusty Lorraine, 4. Nature Photo by Bomobob, 5. Perfume by Illuminated Perfume, 6. Victorian Tags by Prim and Proper Paper, 7. Brass Teacups by New Dominion Blues, 8. Primrose Soap by Rocky Top Soap Shop, 9. Gothic Sconces by OmGurl Designs}


Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

As Seen On Etsy {Book Week}: The Great Gatsby Inspiration

The Great Gatsby is my favorite book... and probably one of the only ones that I continued reading in high school past the first chapter. Yes, as many of you know... it is that good. Now, I don't love the movie, but the all-white room in that house makes me want to cry with happiness. Gorgeous, glamorous... it pretty much brought my visions of the book to life. That said, if you are looking told an all white wedding with a little 1920s inspiration, please oh please take your cue from this eloquent book. I've added a little extra glamour, and, of course, I've found a few things on Etsy to start you off...

{Great GatsbyPlace Cards by Crescent Moon PaperNecklace by Bella Lu and Me, Art Deco Print by Matou En PelucheFascinator via Kirsten Kuehn Designs, Cufflinks by The Lazy PeacockInvitations by Golden Rectangle Press}

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

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