Wedding Decorations – My DIY Ribbon trees

Posted by inspirer | Posted on 10-11-2011

Category : DIY Weddings, Wedding Decorations

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When it came to wedding decoration I had no idea what I wanted. As a couple we are very mix and match, so it was only right that all the bits and pieces for the big day reflected this! The ideas though, never stopped flowing.

One element I had seen and loved were bay trees. I always think these look perfect and so when I came across some small ribbon tree decorations as centrepieces, I knew I wanted to make some big ones for the start of the aisle.

Time, lots (and lots) of ribbon, lots (and lots) of pins, some floor brush handles, polystyrene balls, large buckets. Seemed simple enough……and it really was!

I started off cutting the ribbon into lengths, it made sense to cut these in bulk-and saved a lot of time in comparison to doing one at a time.

ribbon tree

I made a hole in the middle for the brush handles (bargain at £2 each from b&q)

Hours and hours, and then some hours later….

diy ribbon tree

I put the brush handle as far into the polystyrene balls as I could. And placed in the large buckets (which I bought from country baskets for about £3).

I then filled the buckets with sand to ensure the trees stayed in place.

Et voila! Some perfectly purple ribbon bay trees!

bay tree ribbonsribbon tree aisle

Most females commented on them throughout the day, so although they were time consuming-I must admit, they were totally worth it!

What do you think?

Fun Wedding Decorations – Chalkboards & Candy Buffets

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Posted by inspirer | Posted on 08-10-2010

Category : Guest Posts, Wedding Decorations

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Following on from the success of Gemma’s first guest post on Vintage Wedding Decorations, I was keen to get her to write another on the latest way to inject some fun into the decoration of your venues. There are loads of sites offering ideas and inspiration to help with this and Gemma has kindly put together some of the latest items she has available to help in your mission!

So, drum roll……Gemma!

At The Wedding of my Dreams we’re always on the lookout for fun new wedding trends and ideas for wedding table decorations. Our aim to help inspire you with ideas and decorations which will help make your day that little bit different form everyone else’s.

The best part about my job has to be going out and searching for new, individual or unusual wedding decorations. So when the Wedding Inspirer asked if I wanted a spot on her blog I couldn’t help but share my two favourite trends with you.

The first are our blackboard inspired buckets and signs. Perfect for brides having a black and white wedding theme or brides who just want to add a bit of fun, quirkiness and individuality to their day.

blackboard table numberblackboard table number

The blackboard wedding table signs are a great way to number your tables, they come on a stick so can either be placed in your table centre piece or put them in their own little jar or pot. I think they look extra cute in the little terracotta pots!

And you don’t have to stop there; they could add a lovely touch to your thank you bouquets as well.

blackboard table number

If you’re looking for something a bit different for your tables then these buckets might be for you. They have a little blackboard on the front, ideal for your table numbers or table names. They’d make a great little present for young bridesmaids or pageboys as well, write their names on the front and fill with presents and goodies to keep them entertained!

blackboard bucket

My next favourite trend is just one I had to get involved with! Sweetie tables, or candy bars for all you American readers. I’ve seen a few weddings with them and just love the idea of setting up a traditional old fashioned sweet shop in the corner of the room – Mr and Mrs Candy Shop!

So when I stumbled across these gorgeous sweetie jars I knew we had to have them on The Wedding of my Dreams. Old fashioned glass sweetie jars will help create the look of a traditional sweet shop at your wedding. Each glass jar come with a lid one reads British Digestive Biscuits and the other English Quality Confectionery.

Sweetie Table Jar Confectionery

To complete the sweetie table and perhaps add some height we have vintage tiered cake stands and glass jars with hearts.

three tired vintage cake standglass heart jar for candles or sweets

And don’t forget the silver sweetie scoops for that traditional sweetie shop feel, you could even use the blackboard signs as sweetie labels!

Silver Sweetie Scoop for Candy Barblackboard table number or sign

Unfortunately all these jars come empty! But that’s the fun part, now you can go out sweetie shopping and relive all those childish moments!

Enjoy!

Thanks again Gemma – another fab post.

To see more of The Wedding of My Dreams range or buy any of the decorations above, visit www.theweddingofmydreams.co.uk.

Stumble on Sunday before my holiday tomorrow!

Posted by inspirer | Posted on 22-08-2010

Category : Stumble on Sundays

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Before I jet (well drive!) off on my long awaited holiday tomorrow, I thought it best to share with you some more fabulous stumbles this week. Was stuck in a boardroom for training for the majority of this week, so Etsy became my savior (think I may have mentioned once or twice my love for Etsy!). Here they are – enjoy;

  • Going down the gift route – are you stuck for ideas for the groom? These cant go wrong!

    • wedding cufflinks

  • Decorations a plenty this week (did you see my vinatge post?) – bunting is everywhere at the moment, but for something a bit different, how about these fun felt garlands;

    • felt garland

  • Wooden letters seem to be cropping up on many a top table, these ones could be created in line with your wedding colours or themes

    • wooden love letters
    wooden heart boxes

  • Not entirely wedding related, but chalkboards are a fun prop – and this one double up as a magnetic board too. Yay for ShabbyVintageMom and her upcycled items!

    • vintage chalk board

Hope you find some inspirational ideas for your wedding!

Enjoy what is left of your weekend – speak to you all next week when I return (well, if I can keep away from Twitter that is!)

My “Best of” Vintage Wedding Decorations

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Posted by inspirer | Posted on 20-08-2010

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I have a real thing right now for anything in a vintage style (or real vintage ofcourse!). With such pretty and romantic looking accessories, table decorations and dresses available, I think this style is ideal for a wedding.

A couple of weeks back (before the computer went on the brink) Gemma – from The Wedding of my dreams and I, got talking about all the fabulous vintage inspired table decorations she currently has on offer – and luckily for us, she is willing to share the best with us!

So, over to Gemma;

At The Wedding of my Dreams we currently love everything vintage. We are an online shop selling wedding table decorations, favours, venue decorations, brooches and some unique extras, with our vintage ranges
being some of our best sellers.

1. Vintage Birdcage Table Plan – This is one of my personal favourites, and has been loved by our brides. The slightly domed Antique finished metal frame complete with love bird comes with limed wooden pegs to hold your Table Cards in place.

vintage birdcage tableplan

2. Silver and Glass Vintage Votives – These glass votives come in three different designs with silver metal twisted around the rim to give that vintage lace filigree effect. Simply place a t-light in the glass votives to add that dreamy, romantic look to your wedding tables.

3. Vintage Mocha Freeze Dried Rose Petals – Our mocha coloured rose freeze dried petals are grown with care and attention in the Shropshire countryside. They are a taken from high quality roses where you can see the curves and intricate detail of each petal. These amazingly vintage looking rose petals would look perfect scattered on the tables to fit with your vintage wedding theme.

Silver and Glass Vintage Votivesvintage mocha freeze dried petals

4. Oh so Vintage Wedding Sign: Celebrate – Make your wedding individual with wedding signs. Vintage inspired and distressed metal sign with inspirational words reading ‘Celebrate Life: Rise with a smile,
rejoice in the day, dance in the moonlight’.

oh so vintage wedding sign

5. Silver Lovebird Name Place Holder – If you are looking for something to display your place cards with look no further, these unique little silver birds look stunning on wedding tables and can be given as
favours for guests to take home for their memos/photos.

6. Silver and Pearl Brooch – Each Stunning Silver and Pearl Brooch is carefully created to add that perfect finishing touch to your wedding outfit, use it on the ribbon of your bouquet, as a gift for your bridesmaids. Or add that Wow factor to your table setting and add as a napkin decoration for special guests.

7. Hanging Heart Lovebirds – This vintage inspired decoration of white heart lovebirds will look gorgeous hung around your wedding venue inside your reception room, marquee or hanging from trees in the garden. A perfect finishing touch to your vintage wedding.

8. Soft Pink Flower Heads – These soft pink vintage flower heads look great in a vase or scattered around your guests tables or sweetie, use them in vintage tea cups to decorate favour boxes and other creative ideas.

Hanging Heart Lovebirdssoft pink flower heads

9. White Flower Candle in Vintage Tin – These candles are handmade and smell beautiful as soon as the tins are opened, I love the design on the lid of the tin, making them an original addition to any wedding, whether they are positioned on the guest tables to tie in with your vintage look or are saved for special guests to take home in memory of your special day.

White Flower Candle in Vintage Tin

10. Pretty in Purple Candle Holder – Each candle holder is covered with pink/purple daisy and viola petals giving it a romantic summer look. As the pinks and purples are soft tones they would look beautiful in a vintage inspired wedding.

pretty in purple flower candle holder

All of the vintage wedding decorations above and many more can be found at The Wedding of my Dreams and if you’re in to twitter follow me for our latest news and updates @theweddingOMD

Thanks Gemma – I think I want them all!


New Sponsor – Cards by Sophie

Posted by inspirer | Posted on 26-07-2010

Category : Sponsors, Wedding Stationery

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I’m very excited to introduce our new sponsor today (drum roll inserted here!)  – Cards by Sophie. I met Sophie through the wonderful world of twitter and having looked through her website, fell in love with her stationery.

Sophie’s style is very chic – all her wedding stationery is handmade and her designs can be customised to match in with your own wedding colours.

Stylish and modern, Sophie has 14 (yep 14!) different designs in her collection. And best of all, if you see one you really like, Sophie will send you a free sample or for a small fee will customise one in your chosen colours so you can see exactly what it looks and feels like.

Below are a few of my favourite designs;

cards by sophie allurecards by sophie daisycards by sophie heartcards by sophie twinkle

The business was started after planning her own wedding and struggling to find modern wedding stationery at a reasonable price. “When I was choosing my wedding stationery, I found it so difficult to find something that was just as I wanted. I wanted to be able to personalise it, change the colours and get the design just right for me. So I decided to create a collection that is simple, stylish, contemporary and affordable… just what you’re looking for.”

Offering her stationery in a range of prices and sizes, Sophie has something on offer for every style and budget. Stationery available includes Save the Date cards, Invitations, Menus, Order of Service, Place Cards, Table Plans, Favour boxes and much more.

Cards by Sophie offers a nationwide service, one sample free of charge, no minimum order and not forgetting a fantastic 10% discount on orders over £250!

For more information, to view the complete range, or get in touch with Sophie, please visit her website : www.cardsbysophie.com

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