I'm no professional baker, so the thought of making a DIY wedding cake for my latest project for HGTV was a little daunting. But then I realized that with anything homemade, the beauty is in the "journey" as much as in the final product. So I went with a less is more approach. Basic pound cake, simply frosted with vanilla cream cheese frosting (thanks to all the masterclasses in Caking it Pretty !).
So mega excited to finally share my latest project for HGTV !!! My inspiration for parties and printables usually comes from my kids, and so naturally; I've always gravitate towards all-things-geared-for-little-ones. So it was mega refreshing to be tackling a subject that I don't often get to work on - Weddings !! ♥
DIY Pink Candles and Glitter Candle Holders
I recently worked on another super fun shoot for HGTV (hope to share details soon!) and had some leftover materials and a burst of inspiration (not to mention a bunch of glass yogurt pots I had been collection for yonks...). This is how these pink, glittered, candle cuties came to be. They'd be perfect for those lazy summer evenings - Imagine how they'd flicker and glisten on your tabletops or patios. Pretty picture, right?! :) Super easy to make too (I used melt and pour wax!). Get the full crafty tutorial below.
DIY Rustic Log Tree Stump Pedestal Cake Stand
As promised last week, I'm sharing today the tutorial on how I made my Rustic Log Cake Stand . These babies brand new, can set you back at least $30, so making your own is a steal, and totally more fun too! ;) They are ideal for a rustic wedding or birthday party or Fall celebration - how about a woodland birthday party (think Red Riding Hood , Bambi , Vintage Snow White , Camping Party ...) but also perfect for those rustic, shabby chic bridal or baby showers or weddings too!
DIY Crepe Paper Flower Pomanders Party Decorations
I created this tutorial a while back for the Get Married website, but forgot to post it here - Tissue Paper Flower Pomanders ! These pomanders make for really nice centerpieces displayed under a glass cloche like I did here or you can glue a piece of ribbon to each pomander and make stunning hanging decorations!
I've been a little absent from blogging due to internet problems. Hope to get back to normal next week, 'cause I have some really fun and cool posts for you, including fabulous giveaways and party eye candy galore ! :) In the meantime, just wanted to let you know that our final post with FREE printables is up on the Get Married site! !
DIY Bridal Shower Paper Flower Pomander for GetMarried
Want to know how to make these stunning flower pomanders? Then head over to the Get Married site where we have create an exclusive tutorial sheet for you to print for FREE !! Now, don't say I don't spoil you! :)
A Pink and Yellow Bridal Shower with Free Printables
I had already posted this, but since blogger somehow ate my post, here we are again... I was asked to design an exclusive Bridal Shower Printable Collection for the Get Married website, where you can also find some of the paperie I used and tutorials available for FREE printing , every Friday this month!
Pink & Yellow Flowers Free Bridal Shower Party Printables
Quick note before I leave to get pampered this Mother's Day weekend (hope hubby is taking notes)... Very excited to have been asked to design this Bridal Shower Collection for the Get Married website! Keep checking their site every Friday this month to get your hands on some exclusive, FREE Bridal Shower Party Printables - Plus a nice little slide-show to help inspire your Bridal Bash! :)
Royal Wedding Viewing Party Ideas & Cocktail Recipe
If you need some last minute party ideas for a Royal Wedding Viewing party , then check out our features for the Get Married website! It includes a fun slide-show for a Royal Wedding Viewing Party , and some yummy recipe ideas including a Pimm's Royale Cocktail for a Royal-Inspired Bridal Shower on the Get Married Blog !!
Our Royal Wedding Article on CNN Entertainment
OK folks, so I'm supposed to be taking it easy this week (shop closed, relaxing, etc) but I just received a reeeeeeally exciting email and just had to share with you!! :) Bird's Party Scone Article for The Royal Wedding (printables and party details here) has been featured on CNN Entertainment !! So beyond excited and grateful to the fabulous team at " The Royal Wedding on CNN " who were ever so fabulous, but also to my darling husband who made the scones!! :)
A Romantic Copper & Pink Wedding from Brazil
Remember the Custom Wedding Stationery I designed a few months back? Well, now the bride has sent some fab photos of her wedding so we get to see it all in its beautiful glory, finally! Hope you enjoy the fun photos and find inspiration for your own wedding party! :)