Perfectly Presented: CD Favors

I can't tell you how much I am loving this!  Such a sweet, and fairly simple way to display favors, don't you think?  The CD's wrapped in doiles, the branches and blooms and the shabby chic box  all add up to a perfect presentation in my view.

Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend.  See you back here on Sunday for a little sweetness!

~ Ciao

...image via pretties and posies (I beleive)

Flowerwild February: Day 9

Oh do I have some beautiful bouts for the boys today...

I am adoring the lace wrapped ends, the berries, and the thistle is so striking, no?  I am sure that you can find at least one here that you love!

~ Ciao

...image 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

Accessory of 2011: Bridal Caps

The new 2011 Collection by Twigs & Honey is making me swoon!!!  I am OVER THE MOON about their bridal caps (and the rest of their collection).  And yes, I believe that bridal caps will be the "it" accessory of 2011.  Just look at this gorgeous vintage inspired lace trim bridal cap...

And the fabulous eyelash lace trim bridal cap...

Oh me, oh my, I just fell in L-O-V-E!!!!

~ Ciao

...images via twigs & honey, photography by elizabeth messina

Homemade: Escort Cards

Happy Thursday loves!  I am happy to say that I have created my own homemade post for you today.  It's an easy homemade project that everyone can do.  I think it is the teacher in me (my degree is in Business Education) that came up with this idea.  How cute would it be to use rulers as escort cards?  Well, take a look-see and let me know...

I purchased the rulers at Beverly's Fabric and Crafts, wrote names of guests on them, as well as drew a heart around a number for the table they are to sit at!  Now if I was going to use this idea in reality...I would have someone that writes much nicer than me do it!

I added a couple of other small elements...such as fabric ribbon on the basket, a heart shaped paper clip I made and some flags made from ruled practice writing paper.  To finish the look I brought in a chalkboard, books, scissors, a key, a magnifying glass, a desk lamp and a mason jar that are all vintage.  And of course the fabulous picture of my grandma and grandpa at the beach! 

As always - remember that by changing out the details you can change the look.  I think a retro look would be fun too. 

~ Ciao

...concept, design, styling & photography all by luna and chloe weddings

Flowerwild February: Day 7

Colors, textures - this bouquet has it all...

Not to mention that huge peony!  Don't you love how this bouquet looks like it was just picked from flowers in the garden?  Oooh, I do.

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

Into the Woods

There are so many things that I love about this picture.  The colors, the fern, the books, and the bookmarks...

I love the thought of blending in with nature, the down to earth goodness feel, and the homemade bookmarks...which I am over the moon about!  I think a homemade bookmark inside a vintage book would be a lovely favor for guests, don't you?

And to make your own bookmarks, click here to purchase the book.

~  Ciao

...image via melanie falick books 

Who Says...

...you can't use clocks (vintage or new) as table markers?

Just set the time on each clock to the table number that you want it to be, and viola! I L-O-V-E it, don't you?

***Had to add a little update in after Jessica's comment ;-)))  I intially thought the same thing...would only work if you have 12 tables.  But remember you can set it at the 15, 30 and 45 minute increments too!  Or get really into it and set the clock at specific times that have meaning to you!

~ Ciao

...image via pretties and posies

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

Tuesday Shoesday #10: Sexy in Scarlet

So here I have been telling you that red is not one of my favorite colors...and that I don't really wear red, or care for it too much...and then go figure, I find these...

Christian Louboutin sure knows how to do red patent leather right.  I would wear these in a heartbeat, wouldn't you?   They would look amazing peeking out from under your wedding dress.  Or you could buy them for yourself as a little Valentine's Day present!

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 ~ Meant to be Sent ~ Simply & Forever ~ Gwyneth Paige ~ Merci New York ~

~ Ciao

...image via net-a-porter

Tuesday Thought: Straw Holder

Happy Tuesday my dears!  I finally got my act together somewhat and put a quick little something together for you.  An easy Tuesday Thought is what I have for you today.  Really, anyone can do this.  With all this warm weather I was craving some lemonade...really I was, especially after my long walk today.  And who doesn't like to drink their lemonade through a straw?  I know I do.

Well, it got me thinking...I should show you one of the MANY ways I use flower frogs at parties or events, and around the house. It's simply a great thought really - using a flower frog to hold straws...

Looks refreshing, no...

See, I told you anyone could do this!  It also works with stir sticks as well.  And since straws and stir sticks are so big at weddings these days - this is a unique and different way to display them.

And since I have so MANY ways to use flower frogs, I thought I would share a variety of them with you.  Instead of flower frogging you out, I decided I will post one a month over the next couple of months...so be on the lookout for them.

Hope you enjoyed this Tuesday's Thought!  I'm off to think of another thought for you for next Tuesday.

P.S. - Tuesday Shoesday and Flowerwild February will be coming soon!

~ Ciao

...concept, styling, design & photography all by luna and chloe weddings

Flowerwild February: Day 5

While I prefer a low and loose arrangement or centerpiece, I would have to say that for a taller centerpiece this would be my choice...

White and wonderful is what I am calling this one!  Hmmm...maybe I should come up with a name for each.  Anyway, it's the Queen Anne's Lace that is capturing my heart in this arrangement.  It's oh so pretty, isn't it?

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

Over the Moon...

...about this invitation suite.  Especially the Rehearsal Dinner cards!

Libby, the bride, is co-owner of Frontier Paper Company - so it is no wonder that her invitation suite is so spectacular!  Be sure to go here to see more pictures of the suite, and have a look-see at more of their work.

~ Ciao

...photography by brandon kidd

Flowers of the Week: 2.7.11

So did everyone have a great weekend?  I have to tell you - the weather here this weekend was GORGEOUS!  It was so nice having temperatures in the mid 70's and blue skies...it really felt like Spring.  I'm trying not to rub it in for all my East Coast friends, but I was really taken by surprise by the warm temps.  I hope all of you back East are staying toasty!  And if it helps, I am sending bunches of warm thoughts your way ;-)

And although, I doubt my thoughts will bring you warm weather...I am hoping a lovely arrangement might help...

Is it helping?  Goodness, I hope so!  Here's to a great week my dears.

P.S. Another post, and Flowerwild February is coming up later!

~ Ciao

...photography by jose villa via once wed

Sunday Sweetness

Love captured...

~ Ciao

...image via vintage rose garden

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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

Jar O' Fun

Pick one, any one...

It doesn't really matter which one you choose, as they are all fabulous.  All that matters is that you have some fun!  And how can you not have fun with gorgeous ribbon wands?  Oh, it's like being a kid again!

I have to say  HAPPY BIRTHDAY to two very lovely ladies today:

1. My fabulous Great Aunt Millie who is one of the most important people in my life; and,
2. A sweet friend who is not only amazingly talented, but absolutely just darling - Lisa from With Style and Grace.  Her blog is a MUST follow - so head on over there and wish her a Happy Birthday ;-). 

Since they are both celebrating their birthday today...I think each of them should pick at least two, don't you?  And you grab one too, and let's all twirl them around in the air in celebration of their birthdays!   I wish you both a FANTABULOUS birthday!!! Thank you both for being you.  Mwah, mwah!

~ Ciao

...photography brandon kidd

Flowerwild February: Day 3

Continuing on with all of this flowery goodness - I decided I needed to include one for the boys.  Hey, they need some inspiration too!  How about one these bouts...

Woodsy and wonderful!  I am adoring the moss, ferns, and the stems wrapped in twine.

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

Homemade: Roped In

Aye, aye, aye - what a week this has been.  All week I have felt like I have been a day late and a dollar short!  And while I had the very best intentions of getting a sweet homemade project put together for you - a variety of events have happened that have just put me behind schedule, and left me without time to do so. 

So please forgive me for not creating my own homemade post for you today.  However, here is an easy (really only two items needed) DIY project that I am adoring right now.  How about a simple display of rope in glass vases...

I can't help but think that they would make fabulous centerpieces!  I would love to see this type of decor at a beach/lake wedding.  It's simple, elegant and not blue.  The calm color palette of neutral, natural colors would look wonderful by the water - allowing the beach/lake to take center stage.  However, a hint (key word here) of baby blue here and there would look lovely with this neutral color palette.

And with a couple other decorations such as the shell above, some vintage books or prints, flowers in white and cream, and lots of candles - your tables would be oh so dreamy.

P.S. - I will be back on track next week with my own Tuesday Thought and Homemade project for you...so be on the lookout for them!   

~ Ciao

...image via house and home