Weekend Progress

Over the weekend we made good wedding progress. We completed the seating arrangements on our way to Lucy's wedding. This actually wasn't as difficult as I thought it was going to be. We did however unfortuneatly have to break up a couple of groups to fit them within our table layout but I know everyone is sitting with someone who they will be able to socialize with and have a good time.

I completed the bridesmaid jewelry for their gifts. Also I was able to make a program mock up and realized the ribbon I have stocked up is not going to work because it is too thick.

Each girl is getting a set like this. Sorry the picture isn't great, I have had the hardest time taking clear pictures of crystals. All the jewelry is pearls and swarovski crystals.

Lucy's wedding this weekend was this weekend. Lucy and I have been emailing back and forth all year talking about our weddings and helping each other with details. It was fun to see everything we had talked about and all the details come together! Her wedding was so much fun and all of the hard work definitely paid off!

Wedding Shoes

Is it possible to absolutely be in love with a pair of shoes? If so I am head over heels, pun intended. I L.O.V.E. the color even though it looks a little off in the pictures.

Fierce and Fabulous, 'nuff said!

Bridesmaid Jewelry

So I have been procrastinating in posting these pictures because I can't seem to take one good picture of the jewelry I recently worked on for the bridesmaids. For some reason I can not get a focused close up shot so that you can actually see the detail. So please forgive the awful blurry pictures.

All of the pieces are made using pearls and swarovski crystals. The photos don't show how they are sparkly which is my favorite part.

I made 2 different versions of the bracelet and have yet to decide which I like better. When Tiffany comes into town I will give her the choice. I used a magnetic closure to make them really simple to put on.

Also I made 2 different styles of earrings. I like the longer dangle ones better but that's my style. I know that some might prefer the shorter so I am still deciding what to do there.

Productivity

Today was another productive day! This week is Spring Break and I am trying to use my time off to get as many projects done as possible. I had a meeting with the florist to finalize the flowers. We will be using a mixture of ranunculus, roses, spray roses, and mini gerber daisies.

I also made my veil! I am very excited about this because I wasn't sure if it would work out. The veil is exactly what I want and I spent about $5 in supplies. One reason for making my veil was that I wasn't sure what length or style I wanted. When I pick my dress up on Thursday I will be able to try the veil on with the dress and make the adjustments based on how the 2 go together. I will post pictures once I have the final product.

Bridesmaid Accessories

I plan on making jewelry for all the girls to wear as part of their gift. Sorry ladies if you are reading this, now you know. I like this look for bracelets and then would make earrings to match.

Vintage Shoes

I am going to be Maid of Honor in a vintage inspired wedding in a couple of weeks. I lucked out in that I am the only person in the bridal party on the bride's side, so we were able to just go to the mall one day and find a dress that suited me. My dress is a nice simple black sort of swingy dress. I need to accessorize the dress to feel more vintage since Lauren, the bride, will be full out vintage in a slinky cowl neck dress, feather in hair, birdcage veil and fur wrap. I found these t-strap shoes which I think will help take me back a few eras.

Brooch

Over the holidays I was able to do some searching on ebay and bought a brooch to use to make my faux haute bride bracelet. I didn't want anything gaudy so I bought a smaller one which I think is going to work really well. Now I have go to buy some pearls and make the bracelet. If it ends up being too small then I will start the search over but I think when all is said and done it will turn out really well.

Hello Gorgeous

Enough Said.

Picture taken from Simply Timeless Photography

Speaking of Jewelry

While we are on the topic of bridal jewelry I bought these earrings this weekend. Not sure yet if I will wear them with my dress but I like how sparkly they are without being too much like some chandelier earrings I have found. I went ahead and bought them because at 8 bucks they were too good to pass up and if all else fails at least I know I have these to wear.

Bridal Bracelet

Haute Bride makes these bracelets that are very in right now and I think one would go perfectly with my dress. Unfortunately spending a couple hundred on a bracelet just isn't an option so I am hoping to make a knock off. Luckily I have a little bit of know how for making jewelry and the tools, now I just need the pieces. If you happen to know where I can find a VERY affordable brooch like the one in the knock off below or like one on their website I would be much obliged!

DIY Birdcage Veil

It's been awhile since I have posted any DIY directions or tips. Earlier this year I posted about how to make a traditional veil but birdcage veils are also very popular. One of my MOHs (yes I am having 2) is getting married in February and plans to wear one. Realizing how much they cost most likely we are going to attempt to make her's. To make your own you can find directions here and here.

Tiaras

I have never thought of myself to be a tiara girl. When the word tiara is mentioned I think of pretty pretty princesses and images like this pop into my head:

Not really the look I am going for. When looking at wedding dresses I have purposefully stayed away from the princess look. I am hoping for something more understated, classic and elegant. However while looking around I have seen some tiaras that are actually pretty and worth considering. Being that I am going to wear my hair down or mostly down, adding something to my hair might not be such a bad idea and would give my veil something to anchor into.

Pictures taken from Ciulla Photography

I think this tiara looks beautiful on her and really adds something with the veil. For me I would choose something a bit simpler but it could work. This is one idea I just might consider and not completely write off, we will just have to see...

Heels?

I am dying to wear a fabulous pair of heels on wedding day. However I just don't know if it's a reality for me. For those of you who aren't aware I stand at a tall 6 feet. Luckily I have an equally tall fiance and could wear 4" heels and still not be taller. I have towered over friends and family for years and really don't want to tower any more than necessary over all my guests. That might sound silly but if you spent years at high school dances having to bend down to hear what people were saying over the music it would make more sense.

Heels would make for a funny looking father/daughter dance since I am already taller than my Dad in flats. In heels I just wouldn't be comfortable all day and that's the last thing I want on my wedding day, pinched toes. But mainly if I want to wear heels I will have to order my dress with extra length because they just don't make wedding dresses for tall girls, so I really need to decide now if I want to wear heels. I doubt heels are in the cards for me, but just maybe . . .