On the Table: Red, White + Wood

Hi there lovelies!  How is your Wednesday going?  Mine is just peachy really ;-)  I know I still have a lot of explaining to do, but I just don't have the time right now to do so...and you just might not want to hear all that I have to say.  So while I still contemplate explaining my disappearance for almost two months, I thought I would still pop in and leave you with some lovely inspiration!

I know we are in the midst of Winter...hello highs of 52...and everyone is looking forward to Spring, but when I saw these pictures, I just couldn't help but think how fabulous Fall really is...

Here's a closer look at those table names...

Eeks - fabulously rustic and Fall.  Here are a couple more details for you to devour...

I gotta tell you that I am loving all of this, aren't you?  And the leaves on the floor are one of those details that sends me over the moon ;-)

~ Ciao

...photography by nikki meyer via the pretty blog

It's Friday...And I'm Back!

I know, I know...I have a lot of explaining to do!  But that will just have to wait until Monday ;-)  As today I wanted to ease back into blogging and end the week on a positive, if not bright, note.  And...

my loves - so let's celebrate with some flowers...

Here's to a bright new year, and future for LCW!  Happy Friday lovelies...I super sure did miss you.

~ Ciao
...images via hello hello design on tumblr & 3.bp.blogspot

Darling Detail No. 24: Milk Bottles

After last week's Color Crave and Color Crave Recreated post - I am in L-O-V-E with milk bottles!  I mean I have always loved them...but now I REALLY LOVE them ;-)  And I really need to get my hands on some of these, as they are just darling...

I love that there are so many ways in which you could use!  How sweet would these be filled with a signature cocktail, as above?  Or filled with flowers on a table?  Or to have a milk bar with chocolate, strawberry, etc...  Or milk for a cereal bar, or for serving up milk and cookies?  I also think they would be darling holding drink stirrers or little flags!  Stick a table number on a stick in a flower filled one and voila - simple and sweet table numbers (as seen in the Color Crave post)!  I would love them on a dessert table too - filled with licorice whips or suckers ;-)  As well as they would make darling favors, for your guests to take home, filled with candy or a variety of candies!  See loves - lots of ways to use.

And while I think the chicken stamp is DARLING, I would be oh so tempted to use a cow stamp if the bottles were going to have milk in them ;-)  I know cliche!  But still oh so darling ;-) 

~ Ciao

...photography by lauren michelle via follow studio

Sunday Sweetness

Cherry print tablecloths...

Summer sweetness really!

~ Ciao

...image via wedding style guide

Tuesday Shoesday # 35: Red and White

Happy Tuesday loves!  Forgive me for my little disappearing act over the last week and a half...as my family was in town from Florida.  And then this past weekend I was a vendor at Fizz and Frills, a pop up shop hosted by Wilmarose of Lovely Jubilee, and Henny and Lucia of Utterly Engaged.  The event was held at Hazel's event studio, Blu Bungalow in San Francisco, and was absolutely FABULOUS!  I was so delighted I decided to be a vendor at the event.  It was a lot of work getting ready for, but I loved every minute of it.

However, for some unknown reason I thought I would be able to do spend time with my family, get ready for the event, and still be able to do my twice daily posts...what was I thinking?  Yet, now I know better for next time ;-)  I do have to tell you that I missed you, and so very happy to be back.

And while I know it is going to take me a day or two to get back into the swing of things around here...as I am still absolutely in over my head with stuff to do (like unload my car from this weekend, answer e-mails from the past two weeks, deliver vintage rentals for a school auction, take my mom to the airport super early tomorrow morning, take pictures of all my homemade items to upload onto OTM's website, as well as see the first look of OTM's website - just to name a few things!)...I do have a Tuesday Shoesday post for you today. 

 How about a fun and cheery pair of Miu Miu's in a bold color to have peeking out from under your dress...

And this oh so fabulous cake by the sweet Rosie of Sweetapolita...

I love how both the shoes and cake have lots of color in the center, and then are edged...one in white patent, the other in red and white stripes.  A great summer combo, no? 

Be sure to check out these lovely blogs for more Tuesday Shoesday goodness:

~ Postcards & Pretties ~ Brancoprata ~ Life in the Superburbs ~ Magnolia Rouge ~ Landlocked Bride ~ The Demosielle ~ Swatchbook Weddings ~ A Realistic Wedding  ~ Merci New York ~

~ Ciao

...images via ? and sweetapolita

Flowers of the Week: 8.1.11

Happy first day of August darlings!  So sorry for only one post on Thursday, and no post on Friday last week...it has been a whirlwind around here with my family coming in on Wednesday, and getting ready for the Fizz & Frills event this coming weekend in San Francisco.  I am going to be there with lots of goodness, as are lots of other fabulous vendors, so I sure do hope that you stop by and say 'HI'!!!!  If you haven't purchased your tickets yet,you can do so right HERE ;-)))

I do have to tell you that I am OVER THE MOON about all the time with my family!  Goodness, my niece and nephew are soooo darling.  I didn't think it was possible to love them any more than I already did...but I do - BIG TIME!!!  And why is it that babies just smell so darn good?  Golly I could sniff my niece and nephew all day long.

Okay, I know...wedding  blog and 'Flowers of the Week' ;-)  And I have some fabulous ones for you today.  Have a look-see at this loveliness...

Lovely, no?  I L-O-V-E the fern frond and flower at each place...just the kind of detail that sends me over the moon.  Plus, I think you all know how I feel about ferns ;-)

This week I am booked solid with family activities - Monterey Bay Aquarium and Gilroy Gardens to name two, and work, and getting ready for the Fizz and Frills event that I will try my hardest to post every day...but I can't promise it. 

I can promise a FABULOUS guest post from Chris at Postcards and Pretties that you won't want to miss on Wednesday though!  So be sure to stop by...and I promise that life and LCW will be back to normal after next week ;-)  Wishing you all a wonderful week!  Mwah.

~ Ciao

...photography by jose villa via style me pretty

Aisle Style: Breathtakingly Bold

I am adoring this yarn ball filled with flowers adorning the aisle...

Such a fabulous way to decorate the aisle, don't you think?   And just have a look-see at the amazing spot these yarn balls led up too...

A breathtakingly bold spot in which to say your vows in front of.  Now this is what I call...over the moon!

Goodness, there are so many ways in which to decorate the aisle and ceremony spot.  It is one spot, I think, that is sometimes forgotten.  However, proof above that this is a spot where magic happens.  So don't forget to create some magic of your own loves!

~ Ciao

...photography by sarah rhoads via style me pretty

Inspired By: Rainer Cherries

There is no cherry prettier and sweeter than the Rainer!  It is said that: "growing these cherries is like playing poker with God."  I guess that explains why they are kind of expensive ;-) 

Rainers make a brief appearance in June and July, and are definitely something I look forward to every Summer.  However, once you've had Rainers it's hard to have anything else.  To me, they are definitely inspiring!  Have a look-see at the lovely Rainers...

Pretty, no?  And the blue plate below adds just the perfect amount of contrast, to make the prettiest palette!  Wonder if this dessert table was inspired by them...

Again, it's not just the color, but the feel here - summery, light, pretty and sweet - both the Rainer cherries and the dessert table!  Don't you just love how inspiration can come from anywhere - a chevron floor, chippy pink paint, an embroidered book cover and Rainer cherries are all perfect examples of just that!

~ Ciao

...images via cannelle et vanille & cake ink events

Chicago Love Story

How fabulous is this invitation suite?

Oh so fabulous.  I adore the color palette, the reply postcard and the fun faves to see while in chicago..yes, deep dish pizza is a MUST.  However, the marquee with their names and date is my FAVE - so creative and fun!  This is definitely a wedding I would love to attend.  And I would love to see their names in lights, wouldn't you?

~ Ciao

...images and design by swiss cottage design

Flowers of the Week: 6.6.11

Happy Monday loves! I still can't believe it's the first Monday in June, as it feels more like March around here with all the rain and cooler temperatures.  We are actually supposed to hit the low 70's this week, and I couldn't be more over the moon about it.  I think once the temperature heats up, I might be able to wrap my head around the fact that it is finally Summer!

So to kick off this first Monday in June and the start of Summer, I thought I should post some extra pretty 'Flowers of the Week' this week.  Sound like a good plan?  I think so ;-)  So without further ado, here is 'extra pretty'...

Tell me these centerpieces aren't perfect for Summer!  I adore the different containers each centerpiece is in, as this is my preference for centerpieces.  And I love the look and feel of the first arrangement.  However, the second centerpiece looks like an amazing window box!  Eeks - I would love to look out my window every day and see that...wouldn't you?

Here's to sunshine, warm temperatures, pretty flowers and a lovely week my dears!

~ Ciao

...photography by aaron delesie via flowerwild

Darling Detail No. 10: Cow Bells

Vintage cow bells tied with fun ribbon and pom poms at the end of each row is downright darling...

What fun it would be to ring those bells as the new Mr. and Mrs. walk down the aisle after saying their I do's!  You can't help but smile just thinking about it, no?  I can't.  I can imagine bunches of different sounds from lots of different bells.  Ooh, I LOVE it!

~ Ciao

...photography by paige newton

Flowers of the Week: 4.18.11

Good morning my darlings.  Did everyone have a lovely weekend?  Did you do anything fun?  Me - I enjoyed watching a couple of movies at home, having a Saturday afternoon snack of a variety of cheeses, salami's and olives (yummy), and worked on getting a couple things done...like taxes!  All in all a very nice and calm weekend.

I am happy to admit that after thinking I would be seeing red on my taxes, this was not the case!  So since I didn't see red on my tax return, I knew I would be okay seeing red in this amazing bouquet without having to think about taxes ;-)  Have a look-see at this loveliness created by my fave floral designer, Kate of Flowerwild...

And here's a little closer look for you...

Amazing, no?  And even though red is not one of my fave colors, I am loving this bouquet.  There is so much to look at - the colors, variety of flowers, and lots and lots of texture all equal amazing in my book.  So here's to an amazing week my dears! 

I have another post coming up before noon, so I'll see you soon...

~ Ciao

...photography by jose villa via flowerwild via once wed

Flowerwild February: Day 19

For the LOVE of peonies...

Oh, and berries too!

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

Flowerwild February: Day 17

Ahh, this bouquet is for all the anemone lovers out there.  Combined with berries this bouquet is stunning!  Enjoy...

Oh, and did you notice the little red flower detail on the wrapped stems?  So fabulous!

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

Flowerwild February: Day 14

Happy Friday my dears!  I am so tickled that it's finally Friday, and I hopefully will have the chance to catch up on everything this weekend.  Wishful thinking?  I hope not!  Anyway, this bouquet is for all you red lovers out there...

Holy moly amazingness!  I L-O-V-E this bouquet.  See...berries again, and I am in love.  This is the perfect bouquet for a Fall/Autumn wedding, no?

I wish everyone a wonderful weekend!  And if you haven't already, be sure to check out the FABULOUS Free Wedding Photography giveaway on Chris' blog, Postcards and Pretties.  Click right here to get to it.  Trust me, this you don't want to miss out on!

~ Ciao

...images via flowerwild

Flowerwild February: Day 12

Since I didn't post red flowers on Valentine's Day, I thought I would make up for it today by posting a red arrangement...

There is something about this arrangement that just mesmerizes me!  Every time I look at it I am drawn into the flowers, and get lost in all those magnificent petals that have no end.  Please tell me you know what I mean, otherwise you might just think I am losing it ;-)

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

Flowerwild February: Day 11

Red and pink...such a pretty combination, don't you think?

I think it is safe to say that I have an obsession with berries lately.  But who can blame me...just look at them!  They really take these bouts to a whole new level. 

~ Ciao

...images via flowerwild

Flowerwild February: Day 8

So far most of my picks for Flowerwild February have been loose and unstructured arrangements and bouquets.  However, I am loving this bouquet that has some structure to it...

It's the darling dahlia, in one of my fave colors, that I am loving so much.  Oh, and the tight wrapped stems too.  Me likey, a lot!

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

Flowerwild February: Day 6

I really am having fun with Flowerwild February!  I hope you are enjoying it as well.  Just look at this gorgeous arrangement I have for you today...

Where do I even begin with this one!  I don't even know.  I love the amaranthus and how it dangles over the cup, and the trailing ivy (I believe) at the back.  And you know I just love the peony at the base of the cup.  So much flowery goodness here, no?

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

Flowerwild February: Day 4

Now while I am not usually a red person, I can't help but love this fabulous Flowerwild arrangement...

I just can't get enough of those berries.  Such a gorgeous bouquet for a Winter wedding.  And how perfect is the bunch of berries on the table?  Definitely a detail that sends me over the moon!

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild