Project Wedding Blog

I received these photos from Paper Antler Photography (formerly Jonathan Hoffner Photography) and I just adored Michelle and Barrett’s sweet Southern style.  The wedding was set in Birmingham, Alabama, where the couple said their vows in the church, then headed to a beautiful mansion with a wrap-around porch for the party!  The decor was classic- very Martha- featuring a pink, peach, and navy color palette.  Thanks to Paper Antler for sending these over!

Tags: classic real wedding, Jonathan Hoffner Photography, Navy, orange, Paper Antler Photography, peaches, pink.

… there’s less than four hours to enter to win this gorgeous necklace from Florabond!  Enter to win it by clicking here! You have until 12pm PST to enter.

Tags: Florabond giveaway, statement necklace.

I just fell in love with Erica and Justin’s wedding… they are such a gorgeous couple and they had a totally lovely wedding. The two met at work and became fast friends. After getting moved to different departments, they knew they would have to see each other outside of work.  About two years later, Justin proposed on a boat coasting the Newport Harbor!  They celebrated at the San Diego Zoo with a romantic, vintage-inspired reception.  The stunning photographs were captured by Anjuli Paschall.

See more from Erica and Justin’s wedding…

Tags: erica and justin, outdoor, Photographs by Anjuli, romance, vintage.

Gift these sweet homemade blank books to your weddings guests as mementos of the fun day. Total cost per book is less than .25 cents and they are super easy to make! Three cheers go out to Chelsea Fuss for assembling this innovative idea.

You will need:

 Scissors

A sewing machine

A paper cutter

Muslin fabric

Graph paper

Parchment paper

A computer or typewriter

Fabric stiffener (iron on or spray works great and is available at most fabric stores)

1. Iron or spray on the fabric stiffener to the muslin.

2. Cut out pieces 3″ tall and 5″ long.

3. Use a paper cutter to cut pieces of graph paper 3″ tall and 4.5″ long.

4. Cut a piece of parchment paper 3″ tall and 4.5″ long.

5. Type on a computer (in a typewriter font) or use a typewriter to type a thank you message to your guests.

6. Piece the book together: muslin, parchment paper, title page (with message), and graph paper pages.

7. Fold in half and press with an iron.

8. Sew down the center.

9. Display in a wooden box with a message.

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Metal leaf, which comes in gold, silver, copper and other tones can be used to give a realistic metal luster to a range of objects you might want to incorporate in your wedding decor. This inexpensive serving tray is renewed with a silver leaf finish. Here’s the how-to from Olivia over at A Field Journal:

Most craft stores carry all the materials needed for metal leafing. You will need sheets of metal leaf (they come in gold, silver, copper and other color variations), a brush-on metal leaf adhesive, and metal leaf sealer (these come in both brush-on and spray-on varieties). For application you will need a soft brush - both a foam brush or a synthetic-bristled brush work fine. 

Begin by brushing on a thin, even coat of adhesive. Most adhesives require 30-60 minutes of dry time, before you begin to apply the silver leaf (read the manufacturer’s instructions on your specific adhesive to be sure). When the glue is clear and tacky, you are ready to move onto the next step. 

Apply silver leaf by placing it face down on the surface being covered; rub very lightly over the area to be sure the leaf is adhered, then remove the backing paper. If necessary, use a clean, dry brush to smooth down the silver leaf. Apply the next sheet, slightly overlapping the edges. Continue until the surface is completely covered. Brush away any loose silver leaf. Be sure to save any silver leaf remaining on the backing sheets and use to touch up any missed spots.

The final step is to brush on the sealer to protect the new finish. Let dry and enjoy!

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Isn’t this necklace from Florabond so gorgeous? Good news, you can win it by clicking here!  Florabond designer, Nicole, creates handmade jewelry and headpieces infused with vintage romance and made from intricate, needle-sculpted fabrics…  These items are my favorites, but head on over to her etsy shop to see more.

Tags: florabond, handmade headpieces, handmade jewelery.

Got extra wrapping paper?! I know I do. Thank heavens for Victoria at City Cradle Design, who put together a step-by-step for how to create a DIY home confetti system. Isn’t this pretty?

Images: Carly Taylor

Tags: decorations, DIY.

The edible favor trend will never die! Who doesn’t love fresh baked cookies, packaged together with care? Mary Swenson thought up this sweet idea — a personal message to guests in the form of — sugar cookies.

See the full instructions - thanks Mary!

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Ah… I have such envy for this couple’s style!…(and for the fact that the bride looks so much like Zooey Deschanel).  Charlie and Brian had a most elegant wedding at the Ezell House in downtown Mobile, Alabama.  Everything was planned to a T.  The venue was perfect, the dress… the decor.  All so utterly gorgeous.  All photos by 13:13 Boutique Wedding Photography.

See more photo from Charlie and Brian’s wedding on the 13:13 Photography Blog.

Tags: 13:13 Wedding Photography, Alabama Real Wedding, Black and Ivory, Black Tie, Charlie & Brian, Elegant, Ezell House.

Meagan and Jared had such a sweet wedding and they incorporated tons of neat ideas. The couple celebrated with a back yard reception filled with handcrafted elements- like doily bunting and pretty DIY centerpieces. The bridesmaids all wore the same skirt with their choice of an ivory blouse- the result was adorable! The decor was filled with natural greenery, white florals, and pops of orange.  At the end of the evening, Meagan and Jared rode off on their brand new bicycles to a bed and breakfast a few blocks away!  Enjoy the highlights, and click here to see the full feature.  All photos by Natalie Neal. 

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Tags: back yard wedding, garden party, green, natalie neal photography, orange, white.