Project Wedding Blog

Another groovy DIY project has surfaced in our shiny new “wedding ideas” section, and it has to do with wedding china! I would never have thought of digging up old china to use as place settings — or pooling together your friends’ settings to create a colorful and interesting reception. So fun — and green!

See the complete inspiration here!

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If you are a California girl at heart, you will appreciate this easy, breezy wedding at the Historic Cass House Inn in Cayucos, CA. The gorgeous inn sits right on the central coastline — which makes for some fab photo ops and amazing weather. Photographer Jen Rodriguez took the perfect pics of the gorgeous couple, Katherine and Matt.

More pics from this pretty wedding venue:

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I am narrowing down my favor choices ( which change every day — sigh). I am definitely down with an edible favor table — and love these two inspirational ideas from the spectacular  Sunday Suppers.

The kumquat marmalade station:

Homemade granola:

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By Tracy of Recycled Bride.

Think an eco-friendly wedding has to skimp on style? The new green wedding is filled with fabulously chic details, sweet little luxuries, and glamour galore.

A bouquet of succulents is more sustainable than cut flowers and every bit as stylish. This arrangement by Meg of La Partie Events includes yellow crespedia balls, yellow yarrow and papyrus.

Adele Wechsler Eco-Couture bridal gowns are made of certified organic vegetable-dyed silks and use fair trade labor.

Luxury eco-friendly invitations and wedding stationary by artisan letterpress Bella Figura.

Recycled elements add style and personal meaning to a wedding. These boutinnieres are made out of repurposed pages from Homer’s The Odyssey. Photographed by Pat Furey.

Jessica Iverson wedding dresses are made of sustainable fabrics like hempsilk satin and natural silk shantung.

Tags: green weddings.

In the land of edible favors, dress up the classic chocolate box by adding your own personal touch.

Get more sweet inspiration right here!

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Claire Pettibone’s gorgeous Butterflies and Luxury Lingerie collections easily made our Valentine’s Day wish list!  The Butterfly collection features colorful, flirty sets for spring, while the Luxury Lingerie collection is perfect for wedding night romance.  Butterflies retail from $22 to $88, which is an excellent value coming from couture designer Claire Pettibone.

Tags: bridal lingerie, Claire Pettibone.

I must incorporate fruits into my wedding! I received two stunning projects today for The Guide … which I am looking at as a sign from above!  Check out these Leaf Tag Favors and Escort Cards - love!

I also got this adorable citrus centerpiece project, which will be posting shortly! Here’s a sneak peek at the lemon heaven.

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This is part three of a three part series contributed by Anne Sage of The City Sage.

Tags: backyard wedding, depression era, inspiration board, Vintage Romance.

Who knew a bouquet created from Trader Joe’s shopping bags could be so lovely? I think this would be great for the rehearsal, a bridal shower or even a wedding — especially for you green brides!

BEFORE … AND AFTER!

Get the full tutorial from the brilliant hostess with the mostess!

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This is part two of a three part series contributed by Anne Sage of The City Sage.

Tags: inspiration board, mint, pastels, peach, Vintage Romance.