When you say “vintage” in the context of a wedding, it seems everyone immediately thinks of Mason jars and daisies. The thing is, there are a zillion different ways to go to create unique, vintage wedding themes. Nothing tickles me more than to see how a bride has literally interpreted a vintage theme. From decor [...]
There is just something romantic about old books. There are the perfect element to use when you want to create vintage centerpieces. They are pretty easy to find and can be used in a number of ways for a variety of themes. Themes could include: Vintage School Theme for a teacher(s), Professor(s) or Student(s) Vintage [...]
For the next installment of “Vintage Centerpieces”, we’re going to have a look at vintage items that could be used to create vintage travel themed wedding decor. This is my absolute favorite of all the vintage themes. And, I have written quite a few articles with ideas and suggestions like — Ideas for Vintage Weddings [...]
The thing I love about vintage centerpieces, is that no two are ever alike. That kind of uniqueness is hard to come by with regards to wedding decor. This article will focus on a Victorian theme and the vintage centerpieces and decor you can create to bring the theme to life. I will be adding [...]
A vintage or old Hollywood wedding is romantic, sparkly, elegant and full of bling! The decor options are unlimited but let’s concentrate on adding some bling to the centerpieces for your guest tables. Are you looking for something different? Maybe something that can be combined with other somethings to create a truly unique centerpiece? Or, [...]
One of the coolest parties I have been to is a “My Favorite Things” party. The guests all bring one or more of their favorite things to share with each other. (Full party instructions at My Favorite Things Party Theme). I have noticed, however, that some brides are adapting the concept and using it to [...]
Between Thanksgiving and the December holidays, I have been asked numerous times about the logistics of setting a buffet table. It can to be pretty but, more important, it needs to function in a way guests can navigate and enjoy the buffet experience. So, here are some of my articles around the web that deal [...]
Have you seen a buffet (buffetscape) that was gorgeous, went along with the theme of an event and just really made a statement? That’s what your buffets could look like with a little effort. Food safe temperatures are something to bare in mind when setting up anything from a picnic to a wedding buffet. The [...]
Vintage themed weddings (and events) have really hit their stride this year with no indication the wedding trend is slowing in popularity. I love this! It seems today’s brides and grooms are leaning away from lavish, extravagant events that define others’ “perfect wedding”. They are letting go of the pressures and stress an event of [...]
One of the hottest trends for 2011 weddings is a “Sweets Table”. This expands on the candy buffet idea that has become so popular in the last few years. If you are hosting a themed event, your candy buffet or sweets table can become the best part of the decor. Using unique accent decor, different [...]
For Fruits, Vegetables or Cheese or a combination of all… Using some creativity, you can turn an ordinary buffet full of flat platters into something your guests will talk about forever. Table setting for a buffet is not that much different than table setting for your guest tables. A guest table needs a centerpiece, dishware, [...]
Yes, I know, there are tons of blogs out there wanting you to submit your wedding for a possible feature. So, what makes us different? Real Weddings and Events by Middle Class America I have hopped around the blogsphere a lot looking for unique, affordable wedding inspiration, as I am sure a lot of you [...]
There is just something romantic about old books. There are the perfect element to use when you want to create vintage centerpieces. They are pretty easy to find and can be used in a number of ways for a variety of themes. Themes could include: Vintage School Theme for a teacher(s), Professor(s) or Student(s) Vintage [...]
For the next installment of “Vintage Centerpieces”, we’re going to have a look at vintage items that could be used to create vintage travel themed wedding decor. This is my absolute favorite of all the vintage themes. And, I have written quite a few articles with ideas and suggestions like — Ideas for Vintage Weddings [...]
The thing I love about vintage centerpieces, is that no two are ever alike. That kind of uniqueness is hard to come by with regards to wedding decor. This article will focus on a Victorian theme and the vintage centerpieces and decor you can create to bring the theme to life. I will be adding [...]
A vintage or old Hollywood wedding is romantic, sparkly, elegant and full of bling! The decor options are unlimited but let’s concentrate on adding some bling to the centerpieces for your guest tables. Are you looking for something different? Maybe something that can be combined with other somethings to create a truly unique centerpiece? Or, [...]
Have you seen a buffet (buffetscape) that was gorgeous, went along with the theme of an event and just really made a statement? That’s what your buffets could look like with a little effort. Food safe temperatures are something to bare in mind when setting up anything from a picnic to a wedding buffet. The [...]
For Fruits, Vegetables or Cheese or a combination of all… Using some creativity, you can turn an ordinary buffet full of flat platters into something your guests will talk about forever. Table setting for a buffet is not that much different than table setting for your guest tables. A guest table needs a centerpiece, dishware, [...]
Choosing a centerpiece is a task we sometimes dread. The first thing that comes to mind is florals. Or, maybe candles, but there is a whole world of possibilities out there! Think outside the box. First of all, whoever decided eons ago that all tables must have the same centerpiece did a disservice to the hosts. An [...]
Join Me in a Wild West Theme Wild West or Old West themes are fun and give a world of decorating possibilities! My mom helped me come up with a design and then build a “Covered Wagon” buffet table for a fundraising event a few years back. It’s not too hard a project and it [...]
We recently moved and I got rid of most of the home decor we had previously. When it was time to start decorating again, I looked to one of my favorite artists for help — Kerne Erickson. If you haven’t seen his work, you are missing out! I love Retro and Vintage travel posters and that [...]
Yes, I know, there are tons of blogs out there wanting you to submit your wedding for a possible feature. So, what makes us different? Real Weddings and Events by Middle Class America I have hopped around the blogsphere a lot looking for unique, affordable wedding inspiration, as I am sure a lot of you [...]
When you say “vintage” in the context of a wedding, it seems everyone immediately thinks of Mason jars and daisies. The thing is, there are a zillion different ways to go to create unique, vintage wedding themes. Nothing tickles me more than to see how a bride has literally interpreted a vintage theme. From decor [...]
A vintage or old Hollywood wedding is romantic, sparkly, elegant and full of bling! The decor options are unlimited but let’s concentrate on adding some bling to the centerpieces for your guest tables. Are you looking for something different? Maybe something that can be combined with other somethings to create a truly unique centerpiece? Or, [...]
One of the coolest parties I have been to is a “My Favorite Things” party. The guests all bring one or more of their favorite things to share with each other. (Full party instructions at My Favorite Things Party Theme). I have noticed, however, that some brides are adapting the concept and using it to [...]
A Vintage wedding is a state of mind, a nod to days gone by. It is a perfect theme for one of the most special days of your life — your wedding. Romance is a heavy player in vintage weddings but different people interpret romance differently. It can be through the simple, everyday items that [...]
When you say “vintage” in the context of a wedding, it seems everyone immediately thinks of Mason jars and daisies. The thing is, there are a zillion different ways to go to create unique, vintage wedding themes. Nothing tickles me more than to see how a bride has literally interpreted a vintage theme. From decor [...]
There is just something romantic about old books. There are the perfect element to use when you want to create vintage centerpieces. They are pretty easy to find and can be used in a number of ways for a variety of themes. Themes could include: Vintage School Theme for a teacher(s), Professor(s) or Student(s) Vintage [...]
For the next installment of “Vintage Centerpieces”, we’re going to have a look at vintage items that could be used to create vintage travel themed wedding decor. This is my absolute favorite of all the vintage themes. And, I have written quite a few articles with ideas and suggestions like — Ideas for Vintage Weddings [...]
One of the coolest parties I have been to is a “My Favorite Things” party. The guests all bring one or more of their favorite things to share with each other. (Full party instructions at My Favorite Things Party Theme). I have noticed, however, that some brides are adapting the concept and using it to [...]
A Vintage wedding is a state of mind, a nod to days gone by. It is a perfect theme for one of the most special days of your life — your wedding. Romance is a heavy player in vintage weddings but different people interpret romance differently. It can be through the simple, everyday items that [...]
I love anything Retro. To me, retro is more mod, late 1950′s to early 1960′s version of modern. (Some people refer to it as “Vintage” but I, personally, think vintage means older than that. The first thing to start off my Retro Christmas are custom Christmas cards. I have found a lot to choose from [...]
It’s that time of year again! I just finished making 5, count ‘em 5, articles concerning Halloween. Halloween Decor Storage How do you store Halloween or Fall decor when the season is over? This artlce gives you some fun, stylish and effective ways to be organized with the holiday decor storage and protect them for [...]
I used this style centerpiece (Christmas Topiary Balls Tree) on buffet tables a lot over the years. They work great for dining room centerpieces, mantel decor or anywhere else you want a bit of the holiday spirit. They are pretty simple to make and the color combinations are only limited by your imagination! I have [...]
Yup, it’s time to start thinking about all of those parties and events that are tied to the holidays. This year, why not blow the socks off your friends, family and co-workers by setting up a beautiful dessert buffet or sweets table? Today, I spent most of the day creating some buffets and taking pictures. [...]
A staple item for my buffetscapes are tiered stands. They are versatile, a beautiful addition and add the vertical height most buffet tables are missing. You can get height from risers but one or two strategically placed tiered stands really make a difference. The stand to the left is the Holiday Dessert Wedding Cake Stand [...]
As was posted in the Wedding Trends 2012 | Forecast of Top 5 Trends, vintage themes, touches and elements are still very popular with brides for 2012. What surprised me was an article I read from an “industry professional” (which shall remain anonymous). She was saying it was time to do away with vintage elements [...]
As the end of the year approaches, industry leaders are eagerly gathering their information to predict wedding trends 2012. I always look forward to this time of year. It’s fun to see what brides and grooms have come up with and what they are planning to make their celebrations unique in the coming year. Proposal [...]
Brooches are a wonderful idea for a vintage wedding. Brooches have been around since at least the Bronze Age and used as adornment or a clothes fastener. What better item to personify “Vintage” than a piece of jewelry that has such a long history? But, how can you incorporate a brooch or brooches into your [...]
When thinking of a winter wedding theme, a few elements come to my mind — crystals, feathers and shades of blue. Let’s figure out why these particular elements remind me of a winter wedding. Shades of Blue Okay, this is actually very logical. The blues remind me of water, ponds, ice skating, icicles, and is synonymous with [...]
One important issue for brides is making sure there are enough bling bling things at her wedding! Yup, everything sparkles for a wedding day. One item that both brides and event planners alike have embraced is the Diamond Rhinestone Ribbon Wrap that is exclusive to Koyal Wholesale. What is Diamond Rhinestone Ribbon Wrap? Diamond Rhinestone [...]
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