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We’re crushing on…welcome spring bags
Hello, spring? Are you really here? If we make super cute little bags and fill them with springtime treats and give them to all of
3 new ways to get guests to respond
That perfect wedding invitation you’ve chosen? Guests won’t be able to resist it. They’ll be rushing to mark their calendars and make travel plans and
Saw it, tried it… crushed it!
We saw this project on a cute little blog called The House That Lars Built and thought St. Patrick’s Day was exactly the occasion (and motivation) we needed to replace our
Look what brides are pinning!
What wedding invitations are brides like you loving right now? Well, we checked out our Pinterest page, and here’s what we found. Tell us –
The story of: Deco Shine Invitation
The obsession: Everything Art Deco – the style, the shine, sophistication. And we wanted to able to see what would happen when we got to
The story of: Confetti Toss Invitation
The obsession: Gorgeous wedding invitations + a little more. Like colorful printing + foil. Beautiful paper + unique shapes. The look: We want to throw
Happy hour just got more fun
What do you do when the happy hours you host are exactly between crystal flutes posh and plastic cups casual? You do this: serve vino
What women really want for Valentine’s Day
Have you ever wondered just how romantic we get on Valentine’s Day? Here are some fun facts about the love that will be in the
We’re crushing on…DIY Valentine’s mugs
Roses? Old school. Candy? Cliché. Something handmade, clever and really cute? Crush! Here’s what we’re giving our friends and sweeties for Valentine’s Day – DIYing
The story of: State of Bliss Ring Pillow
The obsession: Long-distance romances. Across-the-country celebrations. A bride from one state and a groom from another and where they end up together. The look: Personal
5 ways to have food trucks at your wedding
Wondering how the food truck trend would work at your wedding? Here are five perfect places within your wedding day to fit in a little
The story of: Natural Glimmer Invitation
The obsession: We asked our designers, “What if a bride is having a natural wedding, but she wants a little bit of glam, too? What
Too hot? Too cold? Guest complaints solved!
You love the idea of an outdoor wedding in July. Or a winter wedding in a rustic lodge. Both sound beautiful. But when you’re planning,
The story of: Blushing Bride Invitation
The obsession: We couldn’t stop thinking about blusher veils. Vintage fascinators. Birdcage bridal hats. How retro looks are coming back, and they’re coming back a
How to make a vintage-themed wedding your own
Looking to the past as your step into your future together? Then a vintage wedding is for you. Check out these tips and make your
5 tips for a black tie wedding
If you’re having a black tie wedding, you’ll want to do it right. Here are some tips for making it happen, from announcement to the
You’ll crush on: free printable calendars
While we were wrapped up in holiday parties and toasts and gifts and ribbons and ornaments and all variety of sparkly things, Father Time did
Exquisite Style Invitation
Maybe it’s that beautiful, swirling frame around your names. Maybe it’s the rich ecru paper. Definitely it’s the gold glitter ink! I love this wedding