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DIY: The Perfect Match

Brighten up your wedding tables with some custom matchboxes! They are the “perfect match” to any wedding style! Stay tuned for more designs to come!

Materials:
Matchboxes
Computer Paper
Ruler
Scissors
Glue Stick
Computer
Printer

Step 1: Using Microsoft Word, InDesign, Photoshop or Publisher, design the front and back images to create a template. This will take trial and error depending on the size of the matchboxes.

Step 2: After the images are printed, use a ruler and scissors to cut out the strips (leave a little more room width-wise to make sure there’s enough paper to cover the original matchbox cover).

Step 3: Using the glue stick apply adhesive to the cover, and place over the matchbox. Press firmly and set aside to dry!

Heather,

DIY Glitter Table Numbers

DIY glitter table numbers are a fun and easy way to add a beautiful finishing touch to any wedding table! There is nothing better than adding your own personal flare to your wedding, and I can help you with this simple and cost efficient DIY guide!

What you need:

Wooden numbers
Glitter (any color of your choice!)
Tacky Glue
Wooden base blocks
Acrylic Paint
Paint Brushes
Hot glue gun and glue

1. Start by covering your wooden base evenly with acrylic paint (the choice of color is up to you!) Make sure you go over the base a couple of times so there is a solid layer of paint.

2. Cover your number in tacky glue and sprinkle the glitter on every side and edge, making sure you are covering every area.

3. Once everything is dry (about 2-3 hours), stick the bottom of the number to the wooden base using a thick layer of hot glue.

And there you have it!

Heather,

Cake Pops

Several people have asked me my thoughts on the perfect wedding favor and the first thing that comes to my mind is cake pops! Cake pops swept the internet like a tidal wave last year and are probably one of the most delicious treats I have tried!

The reason I say these are one of my favorite favors is because not only are they simply scrumptious and impossible to resist, but you can design them to match any wedding theme or style.

Cake pops are basically smushed balls of cake with frosting, dipped in chocolate and decorated with some kind of confection…who wouldn’t like this?!

Cake is never going to be a healthy item on our diet so thank goodness for these bite sized goodies! Cake pops are a delicacy that can be enjoyed by anyone and everyone, and are the perfect send off for the ride home! When choosing your wedding favors you want to consider your guest list, and discover something that suits all!

These flawless cake pops below were made by my talented sister, Laura!

Heather,

Spring 2014 Color Palette

Color news! Pantone have recently revealed their spring 2014 color report and I cannot wait to see what types of trends this brings to the wedding industry! Designers have combined soft pastels with brights to generate a vibrant equilibrium!

Spring marks the start of our very busy wedding season so keep an eye out for our go-to spring color palette!

“This season, consumers are looking for a state of thoughtful, emotional and artistic equilibrium,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “While this need for stability is reflected in the composition of the palette, the inherent versatility of the individual colors allows for experimentation with new looks and color combinations.”

For over 20 years, Pantone have examined the designers of New York Fashion Week to bring you the season’s most central color trends.

Keep your eyes open for these beauties this season!

Photo Credit: Pantone.com

Heather,

Cake Toppers!

Cutting the cake is one of the delightful highlights at any wedding, and the cake will be featured in heaps of photographs! Cake toppers are an easy and fun accessory to add to your cake to make it look marvelous! There are tons of different varieties to choose from: simple, extravagant, wooden, wire, ribbon, metallic etc.! Cake toppers can help personalize your cake to make it unique, you may be asking yourself what is the perfect cake topper for you and your groom, have fun and think about what represents your styles and tastes!

Here are some of my favorites:

Heather,

Wedding Favors!

Choosing the right wedding favor is almost as important as choosing the precise color scheme, or finding the perfect dress. Wedding favors play an significant role because the wedding favor is the one part of the wedding which your guests will take home as a reminder of your wedding.

In our generation is it recommended that you send your guests home with a gift in the form of a wedding favor. This will show a small token of appreciation to your guests for attending the wedding.

Nowadays there is a whole range of wedding favor styles and ideas to choose from. Here are some of my favorites!

1. French Macaroons