Project Wedding Blog

Cookie favors - they’re yummy and romantic! How cute is this idea for favors or place settings? I love the custom element to it - and each couple can spread their own unique message of love. Awwww! Get the tutorial here.

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By: Tracy of Recycled Bride

Want eco-friendly floral alternatives that dazzle and delight? Luscious succulent plants are one of 2010’s hottest trends for wedding bouquets and décor!

Succulents are an eco-friendly alternative to cut flowers, which are often grown with pesticides and imported from South America and China. They can be used anywhere you’d normally use flowers – in centerpieces, decorations, bouquets, wedding favors – even your hair!

Succulents are usually less expensive than cut flowers, and they can live for many years with minimal care. You or your guests can take them home and plant them as a memento of your special day.

These hearty little plants can also be arranged before your wedding, so if you’re DIY-savvy you can make your own succulent centerpieces or favors and save a bundle on your floral bill.

Many innovative florists and event designers, like Los Angeles-based Succulent Love, eschew cut flowers entirely in favor of the organic, lush look of succulents.

And the very best part is that you don’t have to sacrifice style to go green. These plants come in a variety of colors and shapes, and lend a sophisticated and modern touch to any wedding or event.

Recycle Bride is the site to buy and sell gently used wedding items and find everything green for your wedding day.

Tags: green weddings, succulents.

“The Bachelor” ended with a ring — and a very happy Vienna and Jake. Will they last? That is anyone’s guess, but will last forever and ever is the beautiful Neil Lane ring that Vienna is proudly wearing on her finger. Here’s the close up of the 2.72 carat, princess-cut diamond and platinum sparkler. The ring was custom designed and signed by the celebrity jeweler. What do you think? I LOVE it!

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Searching for the perfect, romantic table numbers? Check out our wedding ideas article, which includes a downloadable pdf. In pretty garland garb, I adore this printed paper garland project, which adds such character to any event. It’s easy to create too - my favorite kind of DIY!

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I’m currently working on a real weddings feature from rock star couple, photographer Kevin Chin and floral event designer Nancy Liu Chin. I usually don’t give previews but I thought these pictures were sooooo inspiring, especially for those of us who have little furbabies!

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