9 Jul

Let’s talk wedding albums. You must have one (or two, whatever). You know those commercials that always tease at how most of us keep photos on our digital cameras? Well, when it comes to weddings, don’t keep your amazing photos (that you paid good money for) sit pretty on discs. It’s a tragedy, really. That’s why there are people like Blurb that make it easy for you. Blurb is a publishing platform that enables anyone to create truly beautiful, one-of-a-kind, books. They make it easy to design, publish, promote, share, and even sell your book.

blurb wedding books

blurb wedding books

blurb wedding books

Blurb is easy to use, highly affordable, and has tools for every skill level, from beginning bookmakers to experienced design professionals, and no matter what tool you use, your book will look professional on their gorgeous paper and linen hardcover.

We love the idea of creating a mini book to gift your bridesmaids & groomsmen. All those funny moments you had together while getting ready, a few bachelor/bachelorette photos, and of course the ones with tears. Grandparents, parents… honestly, everyone – after your wedding they’re all going to want to relive it through your photos, so make one book or many. With their print-on-demand, once you place your order, you’ll have your book in your hands in about 7 days!

Click over to Blurb now to see all the different ideas for wedding books you can make!

This post was sponsored by Blurb.
 
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9 Jul

The stereotype that Californians are laid back, go to the beach a lot, and have palm tree views, definitely has some truth to it. It’s a lifestyle that photographer, Swoon by Katie & event designers, Beau & Arrow find themselves most enamored with when they see it pop up in weddings – that effortlessly chic and playful West Coast vibe that makes California weddings so dreamy. That’s what inspired this summery, sun-kissed inspiration shoot. Gourmet popsicles, bright florals, pink skateboards and all!

pitbulls & posies designed wedding invitation suite

Using washed pastels, Pitbulls & Posies created dreamy paper elements such as the round menus that fit perfectly into each plate describing all of the yummy California inspired cuisine.

vibrant floral arrangements and dinnerware

vibrant floral arrangements and dinnerware

bridesmaids heart-shaped sunglasses

custom-printed skateboard wedding accessories

vibrant bouquets

We’re loving how those florals pop against their neutral, laid back looks.

casual khaki and pastel groomsmen fashion

california-themed wedding

heart-shaped bridesmaid sunglasses

vibrant bridal bouquet

casual group photos

orange boutonniere

stone cold fox wedding dress

california-themed wedding

vibrant wedding accents

colorful dessert table

The cake table houses a smaller cake for the cake cutting, but tons of freshly baked donut holes that are the perfect treat for the laidback couple and their guests! Specialty gourmet popsicles are adorned with tags that read “you make me melt like a popsicle on the 4th of July” and “ice-dream” for a humorous detail. Custom popsicles are such a cute way to bring your wedding colors into the treats.

viva pops gourmet popsicles

Thanks to all the talent involved!

Photography: Swoon by Katie / Design & Styling: Beau & Arrow Events / Florist: Root 75 / Venue: The Ranch at Bandy Canyon / Paper Elements: Pitbulls & Posies / Table top china & flatware: Casa de Perrin / Tables, chairs, & cake plates: Moss Vintage / Cake & Donuts: VG Donuts & Bakery / Gourmet Popsicles: Viva Pops / Make-up: Brides by Brittany / Hair: Hair by Jillian Rae / Bride’s Attire: Stone Cold Fox / Ties: Speak Louder on Etsy

 
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5 Jul

After having a not so good experience with their previous photographer, and running behind on getting their save the dates & invitations designed and mailed out, imagine the excitement Brittany + Glen felt when they met photographer Ross Clodfelter aka F5 Photography over coffee and found out he was also an amazing graphic designer. Things went uphill from there. Not only did he photograph their day beautifully, but the typography and design on all their paper goods – save the date coasters, programs, and invitations were absolutely stunning.

custom parchment paper wedding invites

custom wedding invites

custom wedding branding

circular wedding invitation inserts

circular invite inserts

circular RSVP cards

circular wedding invite inserts

modern wedding program

monique lhullier wedding dress

uniformed groom

gold wedding shoes and wings

garden wedding decorative accents

Brittany made the moss letters that hung over the front porch of the house. She used moss, 23″ paper mache letters and 8″ paper mache letters, spray glue and hot glue. She admitted they were very meticulous but a staple to the decor.

crochet-adorned mason jar vases

Brittany on the overall inspiration for their wedding: Growing up The Secret Garden was one of my favorite movies. I had always longed for finding my own Secret Garden, so much so that at my grandparents I had a skeleton key that entranced me into a place in the woods where fallen trees and ivy lay. Glen is your typical Southern gentleman so I decided I would mesh the two together. The Secret Garden (british style with mysterious gardens) meets the Old South. Before settling on The Groome Inn, Glen and I probably visited 20 places from the NC mountains all the way to the Outer Banks. When we pulled up and saw the beautiful flowers and hidden arbor in the back and the old country house I was in love! It was perfect!  

bridesmaid bouquet

garden-themed wedding

garden wedding decorative trunk

framed chalkboard menu

chalkboard and wood trunk wedding accents

mason jar wedding favor

groomsman patterned bow tie

north carolina garden wedding

north carolina garden wedding

striped straws and drink stand

north carolina garden wedding

long wedding dining table

For my flowers I wanted garden flowers as well as a mixture of field flowers–peonys, garden roses, rannaculus, thistle, freesia, listhantus and many others. Rose petals down the ceremony aisles and white wisteria placed in the ivy arbor. You can see all of my secret garden inspirations on my pinterest wedding board.

orange rose and green centerpiece

white and peach floral wedding cake

north carolina garden wedding

north carolina garden wedding

Congratulations Brittany + Glen!!

Photography + invitation & save the date design: Ross Clodfelter aka F5 Photography / Flowers: Corum’s Greenhouses and Florist / Coordinator: Leigh Pearce / Ceremony music: Carla Ely / DJ: Jay Bowman / Cigar bar: Pipe and Pint / Rentals: Happy Rentz / Cake: Maxie B / Venue: The Groome Inn / Videographer: Fase One Productions / Hair: Kyle Britt at Instinct Salon in Greensboro NC / Makeup: Brie Reeder at Makeup By B.B / Bride’s dress: Monique Lhullier from Nitsa’s Boutique in Winston Salem, NC / Shoes: Nine West / Groom’s tux: United States Air Force Mess Dress / Bridesmaid dresses: Bloomingdales / Groomsmen: Mens Wearhouse

 
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16 Jun

If you know us, you know we love paper goods and swoon over pretty typography and design. We know lots of you feel the same, which makes us that much more excited to talk about… well, pretty paper from Minted. Right in time for wedding season, they’ve released their 2012 collection of wedding invitations with over 250 fresh new designs! From destination to backyard, vintage to modern, traditional to hip, Minted’s community of designers delivers every time!

minted wedding invitations

{Ombre wedding invitations by Linda and Harriett}

minted wedding invitations

{Floral Frame wedding invitations by Alethea and Ruth}

minted wedding invitations

{Time and all Eternity wedding invitations by J. Bartyn}

minted wedding invitations

{Simple Floral wedding invitations by Alethea and Ruth}

minted wedding invitations

{Nishikigoi wedding invitations by Cheer Up Cherup}

This spring, Minted has an especially strong assortment for brides looking to reference their cultural or religious heritage—whether it be Chinese, Indian, African, Mexican, etc.—and their assortment is especially strong in modern takes on these tradition celebrations.

Minted offers wedding designs on three luxurious paper options – Signature Paper, Premium 100% Recycled Paper and Pearlescent Paper. And, speaking of paper options, Minted wants you to be able to see, touch and feel your future wedding invitations, up-close and personal. They are over the moon excited to offer brides a brand new customized portfolio of sample wedding invitations. The portfolio includes a color chart, font sample sheet, an accessories guide, paper swatches, and whatever samples you choose with coordinating RSVP cards and envelope options.

Select your favorites from Minted’s wedding assorting and receive 5 free wedding invitations. Minted will even ship them for free! Use coupon code: 100LCSAMPLE through Saturday, 6/30/2012. One lucky reader will also have a chance win a $250 gift certificate for Minted Wedding Stationery.

Here’s how you can enter to win a $250 gift certificate towards any items in the wedding category at Minted! To enter, just visit their wedding giveaway entry page. Contest closes at 11:59 PST. Upon the close of the giveaway, Minted will randomly choose one lucky winner and contact them directly. Please see official rules for details.

 
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17 May

We take our wedding invitations and snail mail with a side of flair. A hot tangerine envelope liner, gold foil details, horn blowers (why not?), multi-colored confetti dots spilling out of envelopes, and bold stripes and patterns. There’s one place to get it all and that’s Cheree Berry Paper! If gold confetti could come flying out from your screen when we announced that, we’d make it happen. Yes, we get that excited when we talk about paper. And we’re even more excited to share her new designs with you! Just take a look at these suites photographed by Edyta Szyszlo – does it get any more fun than this?

colorful wedding invite

colorful wedding invitations

colorful wedding invitations

colorful wedding invitations

sophisticated wedding invitations

sophisticated wedding invitation

black and white wedding invitation

colorful baby shower invitation

baby shower invitation

colorful baby shower invitation

baby shower

baby shower straws

brown wedding invitation

whimsical wedding napkin

brown wedding menu

pastel wedding invitation

Art Deco invitation

fun wedding invites

See what we mean? Baby announcements, wedding invitations, personalized stationery, save the date coasters – there’s a suite for every occasion and we want them all!

Photos by the lovely and just as cheery, Edyta Szyszlo.

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You can view more amazing work by Cheree Berry and Edyta Szyszlo Photography in our vendor guide!
 
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