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Wedding Inspiration – Add a Pop of Color!

By ForestCandleStudio

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Brides and grooms can really have some fun by adding a pop of color to their wedding outfits. To give you ideas, here are some colorful handmade and vintage items from Etsy shops.

 

Fyi, many Etsy shops can customize items to your desired colors and styles. So don’t hesitate to contact a shop whose work you like!

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For the Bride.

Clockwise starting at top left and ending in the center:

1. Green and black fascinator hat with zipper roses & electronic resistors by Aula46
2. Honeysuckle pink mask with detachable satin flower clip brooch by ArtisanMaskers
3. Bead embroidery bracelet by CrownofStones
4. Silk & linen flower with peacock feathers hair ornament by ButtonsnBlossoms
5. Colorful floral bridal sash by RosyPosyDesigns
6. Sunrise seashell and aqua chalcedony earrings by ThePineappleHut
7. Handmade flowers shoe clips by ChloeANDMaddie.

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For the Groom.

Left to right, top to bottom:

1. Map cufflinks for the groom and his attendants by BrassandChain
2. Custom comic book sneakers by MoonlightDecorator
3. Multi-color blue modern tartan tie by TiestheKnot
4. Quilled blue boutonniere by MiaettiaCreations
5. Blue, green, and yellow paper boutonnieres by TheLittleRedButton
6. Vintage wingtip spectator shoes by flyfishark
7. Men’s gingham suspenders by PaigeGrayson

Happy Wedding Wishes,

Marcie Forest

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Two to Four Months Before the Wedding

Part 1: Cake Toppers

by ForestCandleStudio

Your wedding day is approaching fast! Are you using a monthly checklist to carry out your plans? If you buy your wedding cake topper, decorations, favors, and attendant gifts as early as possible, you’ll be able to relax a lot more the month before the wedding and enjoy everything you’ve put together. Plus it gives you a little room to take care of any last minute things that come up unexpectedly without the added stress.

In Part 1 of this four-part series, here are some unique handmade and vintage wedding cake toppers from Etsy shops to help you find what will be just right for you! Click photos to go to the shop listing for each item.

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Comic Book Rose Wedding Cake Topper by A Bridal Touch

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Tree Stump Sculpture Wedding Cake Topper by Sweet Pixie Pie

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Nautical Wedding Cake Topper by Wyale Designs

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Vintage Bride & Groom Wedding Cake Toppers by Under The Sycamores

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Musical Birds Wedding Cake Topper by Weddings of Design

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Robot Secret Agent Wedding Cake Topper by Builders Studio

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Tropical Beach Flower Wedding Cake Topper by The Wedding Petal

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Personalized Tandem Bike Wedding Cake Topper by Heather Boyd Wire

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Vintage Porcelain Figurines Wedding Cake Topper by Red Truck Designs

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Wedding Cupcake Toppers by The Perfect Party Shop

Happy Wedding Wishes,
Marcie Forest

www.forestcandlestudio.etsy.com
www.facebook.com/ForestCandleStudio
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Wedding Inspiration ~ For a Polka Dot Wedding

By ForestCandleStudio

Do you love polka dots? Here are some fun and fabulous ways to use them in your wedding!

All of these items are handmade and available from shops on Etsy. Just click on a photo to go to that shop.

Happy Wedding Wishes,
Marcie Forest

www.forestcandlestudio.etsy.com
www.facebook.com/ForestCandleStudio
www.pinterest.com/forestcandle

 

WedEclectic Team Treasury

Just in time for Summer! Enjoy this beach themed team treasury by Marcie from ForestCandleStudio!

Offbeat Wedding Gowns

by ForestCandleStudio

Gorgeous, fun, unusual…does this describe what you want to wear on your wedding day?

Perhaps one of these unique, custom-made wedding gowns will be perfect for you!

 

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Carnival inspired wedding dress by Patterns Optional

 

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Fairytale inspired cotton wedding dress by Wedding Dress Bridal

 

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Steampunk victorian wedding gown by Chrisst

 

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Bohemian wedding gown by Kata Kovacs

 

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Corset wedding gown by Wedding Dress Fantasy

 

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18th century style wedding gown by Miss Lisa 1867

 

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Wedding dress with vintage kimono fabric by Shantique

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Happy Wedding Wishes,
Marcie Forest

www.forestcandlestudio.etsy.com
www.facebook.com/ForestCandleStudio
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Keep Calm And Carry On – Cake Wreck!

 

 

So you may have spent hours or just a few minutes looking at what type and style of cake you want for your day.  You may have opted for a huge three tier showstopper or maybe a table laden with delectable cupcakes all beautiful decorated.

No matter what you have ordered you have expectations so imagine your horror when you see your cake for the first time and it is a monstrosity!

 

It is lopsided, the decoration can only be described as something that children produce with pots of paints and fingers and it is something that resemble the twin of Jubba the Hutt.

In fact you can see plenty of example on www.cakewrecks.com

What do you do?  Well reframe from doing anything rash like grabbing the cake maker and strangling them.  It is tempting but non productive. Not to mention illegal.

Understandable you should be upset and rightly so because the cake is rubbish.  However why not Keep Calm and just laugh it off!  In the end of the day, the cake will be cut up and eaten by your guests so it doesn’t matter if the cake looks bad.

Of course it will mean you have some “interesting” cake cutting photos but at least you will have a good reason to destroy it.

In fact why not turn the ugly cake into an entertaining piece for the guest!  Grab some cake decorating supplies and put them next to your cake and ask your guest to add their artistic flair to it.  They can not make it worse so why not have fun.  In fact you can make it into a competition and afterwards you will have a truly unique cake decorated by your friends and family.

Alternatively if you have the time then you could try to find replacements.  It will probably be impossible to find a cake of similar size and style at such short notice but you could probably find some nice alternatives but make sure you buy enough cake for everyone.  If you do not have any money left in your budget to replace the cake how about asking your guests to bring one along!  Yes it is very cheeky but I can not imagine anyone will be upset by your request and the plus side of this would be the varied cake selection you will get.

Remember your wedding day is a day of happiness and joy so do not let a cake ruin it.

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Isla Wong
(aka Kitty Kanzashi)

Etsy store : http://www.etsy.com/shop/kittykanzashi
My gallery : http://www.flickr.com/photos/kittykanzashi_designs/

Table Decor & Favors Part 3: Votive Candle Holders

by ForestCandleStudio

The wedding reception is a place to really let your personalities shine! Here are some awesome handmade votive and tea light candle holders for inspiration as you plan your table decor and lighting. After the wedding, what great favors for your guests to take home to remember you and your special day!

Vintage Sheet Music Luminaries by Olden Designs

Shabby Chic Country Upcycled Votive Holders by Huckleberry Vntg

Hand-cut Paper Luminaries by Sugarplum Silhouettes

Hand-sewn Mini Felt House Luminaries by Hunky Dorky

Jute & Seashells Votive Candle Holders by Ters Just Beachy

Etched Glass Bicycle Votive Cups by Fiddle Home

 

Gold Leaf Votive Holders by Ma Belle Amie 1316

Btw, in case you missed them, here are links to Parts 1 & 2 of this series:
Part1: Silverware Holders
http://wedeclectic.com/2012/09/12/table-decor-favors/
Part 2: Place Card Holders
http://wedeclectic.com/2012/09/27/table-decor-favors-2/

Best Wedding Wishes,
Marcie Forest

www.forestcandlestudio.etsy.com
www.facebook.com/ForestCandleStudio
www.pinterest.com/forestcandle

Table Decor & Favors

Part 2: Place Card Holders

by ForestCandleStudio

The wedding reception is your grand party – for toasting the two of you, sharing food and drink with family and friends, and general merry-making all around. Such a party usually requires that you, the host, decide who should sit next to whom, to bring new and old friends together in the best way possible.

Place cards make it easy for your guests to know where you want them to sit. So why not choose place card holders that add to your theme and also make fabulous favors for your guests to take home? Planning your table decor items to do double-duty is eco-friendly and saves you time and money 🙂

To help you get started finding just the right place card holders, here are some delightful ones I found on Etsy. After the wedding, your guests can use these to hold photos, notes, etc., or as paperweights or decorative objects to display on a shelf or table. What a wonderful way to say thank you to your guests for being part of your special day!

Pirate Theme Wedding Place Card Holders with Personalized Cards by Cheralyns Woodworks

Customizable “Mr & Mrs Kiss” Place Card Holders by Pinned Together

Rustic Wedding Place Card Holders with Cards by Decadent Designs

Natural Sea Urchin Shell Place Card Holders by EcoLectic Events

Mini Moss Terrarium Place Card Holder by Vertigris

Treble Clef Place Card Holder by Homes and Weddings

 

Silver Pine Cone Place Card Holders with Cards by Fairyfolk Weddings

 

Wire-wrapped Bud Vase Place Card Holder by The Funky Shack

Btw, here’s the link if you missed Part 1: Silverware Holders
http://wedeclectic.com/2012/09/12/table-decor-favors/

Happy Wedding Wishes,
Marcie Forest

www.forestcandlestudio.etsy.com
www.facebook.com/ForestCandleStudio
www.pinterest.com/forestcandle

Table Decor & Favors

Part 1: Silverware Holders

by ForestCandleStudio

Your wedding reception is going to be the most fabulous party ever! But what happens to all those fun and gorgeous things on the table after the party’s over?

I’ve scoured Etsy for inspiration on wedding reception table decor, focusing on both functional and artistic elements that can do double-duty as favors for your guests. Not throwing items away is good for the planet and not having to get separate favors is good for your time and pocketbook! Of course another plus is that your guests will be reminded of your friendship every time they use them 🙂

For your reception there will be some type of food served, whether it’s a 5-course meal, a casual picnic, or simply dessert and beverages. So let’s start some ideas flowing about the tables’ place settings.

Here is an eclectic mix of silverware holders that would be perfect as decor & favors. After the wedding your guests can use these to hold a variety of items. What a wonderful way to say thank you to your guests for being part of your special day!

Monogrammed Silverware Pockets by Blue Pearls

Orange Burlap Silverware Holder by Home Goods A la Carte

Designer Fabric Silverware Holder by Taila Custom Designs

Burlap Silverware & Place Card Holder by Little White Boutique

Vintage Dictionary Page Silverware Holder by Full of Years

Embroidered Cotton Flatware Pockets by Cottage Expressions

 

Happy Wedding Wishes,
Marcie Forest

www.forestcandlestudio.etsy.com
www.facebook.com/ForestCandleStudio
www.pinterest.com/forestcandle