Wedding Ideas & Tips, Wedding Blog

7 Dec

Holiday wreaths by Amy Merrick

olive branch holiday wreath

We stumbled upon these holiday wreaths by Amy Merrick on Pinterest the other day and knew they’d be perfect to share to get you in the mood for any holiday decorating plans you might have for the weekend. As we had started to write this post, Amy was offering a wreathmaking workshop in Brooklyn, but it has since sold out. Bummer! But we can still be inspired by them, yes? They’re so minimal and beautiful, and we’d gladly hang one up on our wall!

amy merrick florals

birds nest wreath

pinecone garland

sweet gum wreath

Have a wonderful weekend Cakelets! If you happen to go on any hikes, keep an eye out for pine cones and branches. You can turn them into a pretty wreath when you get home!

Oh! And come Monday, we’ll be sharing a DIY wreath tutorial we’ve been working on too!

7 Dec

Festive Holiday dinner party

categories Cocktail + Dinner Parties

large harvest table covered in wildflower centerpieces

Coming together to celebrate over a rustic farm-fresh meal set on a large harvest table covered in wildflower centerpieces, pillar candles, air plants atop beautiful blush linens and cedar napkin blooms sounds kinda amazing, right? It has the makings of sentimental memories and great conversation written all over it. It’s the kind of dinner party you want to both host and attend, and it’s a night florist Erica Smolders of Rook and Rose and designers Ellie Chapple and Tara Hurst curated for a dozen friends at the historic China Town loft in British Columbia’s Vancouver Island.

green flower bud vases

green leaf napkin accents

wildflower vase

twinkle garland lighting

festive fall dinner

planter box centerpiece

pillar candles on ceramic stands, surrounded by air plants

farm fresh buffet and mason jar beverages

mason jar beverages and cupcakes

vintage lantern and farm fresh buffet

festive dinner party guests

green leaf and floral crown

friends festive dinner party

Cheers to Friday and for dinner with friends!

For a few more snaps pop over to the Kinfolk Magazine Journal.

Photography: AMERIS Photography / Flowers & Decor: Rook & Rose / Catering: The London Chef / Invitations, Place Cards, Menus: Tara Hurst Design
Table & Chair Rentals: Pedersen’s

6 Dec

Max Wanger & Friends

categories Bits + Pieces, Vendor Spotlight

About that exciting announcement from Max Wanger…? He’s got a brand new site devoted entirely to weddings, families, and any other sort of portrait sesh you might want for yourself! (Plus a gorgeous new Print Shop too.)

It’s called Max & Friends and the “friends” part? It’s Christian & Reinna whose beautiful DIY California wedding we featured this morning! They’re the new associate photography duo who will be shootin’ alongside Max & Margaux, and out on their own too. In a perfect world the original M & M would love to shoot every wedding that comes their way, but since that’s not possible they teamed up with another awesome couple who shares their creative values and is just as committed to capturing the whimsy, spontaneity, and romance that have come to define Max’s stunning work.

max wanger and friends

Oh AND, ’cause we know that everyone wants a little piece of love to put up in their home (or give as the perfect gift!) this holiday season, Max’s new print shop is offering 15% off all orders from now until January 1st.

Use the code PINECONE on checkout.

Here’s a little peek of the prints available for purchase over at Print Shop by Max Wanger.

max wanger print shop

Congratulations Max, Margaux, Christian, and Reinna! We can’t wait to see what you all come up with in the coming year.

We’ll see you all over at the new Print Shop for a lil’ shopping, if you know what’s good for you.

6 Dec

DIY Southern California wedding: Christian + Reinna

categories Real Weddings

diy southern california wedding

These two lovebirds have a little something to do with an announcement we’re making in our next post. (They’re teaming up with photographer, Max Wanger on a rad new project). It’s exciting news that you’ll have to wait to hear because for now we want to chat all about their quirky, carefree and colorful, rustic bohemian wedding! It’s gorgeous!

black and white wedding portrait

Reinna’s off the shoulder ivory lace wedding dress was purchased from an Etsy shop, Luv Stoned Vintage. And her sweet floral headpiece was handmade by her sister, My Cakies.

floral wedding crown

We know what you’re thinking. We love her lipstick too! It’s Ruby Woo by MAC Cosmetics.

wildflower wedding bouquet

Reinna’s bridal bouquet recipe: anemones, mums, and wax flowers.

diy southern california wedding

bohemian bridesmaids

All of her bridesmaids dresses were individually bought at thrift stores or vintage shops. They look so darling next to each other in their mismatched patterns, don’t they?

wildflower bouquets

wildflower wedding bouquet

diy southern california wedding

wildflower bouquets

bohemian wedding party

That’s quite the lineup of flower girls! Their wedding had over 300 guests in attendance so it kinda goes with the vibe. Plus, we just love all flower girl dresses from Indo Crafts & matching headpieces.

diy wood wedding signage

bohemian flower girls

ribbon ceremony entrance

As for their wedding songs: Reinna walked down the aisle to Sigur Ros’ “Saeglopur” & their first dance was to Beach House’s “Take Care”.

bohemian style wedding party

whimsical wedding ceremony

southern california wedding

mixed matched groomsmen

diy southern california wedding

Ready for all the pretty details? There are lots of them, and all DIY’d by the bride!

diy ribbon backdrop

diy southern california wedding

diy fabric bunting

diy southern california wedding

cabbage florals

churro wedding favors

wedding sweets table

diy southern california wedding

strawberry shortcake

While everyone else got to munch on churros and bundt cakes, their wedding cake of choice was a strawberry shortcake.

southern california wedding

Breathtaking photography of such a great couple. Congrats Reinna + Christian!

More from their wedding on our Facebook page!

Photographer: Max Wanger of Max and Friends / Videographer: Steve Pappin aka Son of Shark Pig / Venue: Parker Ranch in Trabuco Canyon / Event coordinator + planner: Ashley Adams of Gypsies and Thieves / Hair: done by bride / Makeup: Christina Cassio / Florist: bride’s mother & sister Ruby of My Cakies / Cake: all bundt cakes by Rosalind Marquez, strawberry shortcake wedding cake by My Cakies / Catering: Panchos Tacos / Invitation designer: dear friend Andrew Ho / Rentals: Classic Party Rental and all linens were thrifted by couple / Dinosaur cake toppers: Ashley Meaders

5 Dec

On sale now in the Pop-Up Shop: Paulova Ceramics

categories Pop-Up Shop

Such a cute little sale goin’ on in the Pop-Up Shop right now, peeps! Paulova Ceramics makes adorable handmade ceramics for kitchen and home, inspired by the beauty and function of Scandinavian design.

We think they’re straight irresistible! Perfect for the foodie or domestic goddess on your list, no? Or a me gift. *wink*

Paulalova Ceramics