Directionless Musings

It's been a very directionless Saturday, so unfortunately that turned into a directionless post...

These came in the mail today! Nick thought I was crazy, no joke, as I ripped open the package and pulled out a bag of these little tags. I think I squealed too. What he fails to realize is that a creative spirit has taken over my body... yes... I have plans for these tags.

These could be adorable escort cards, kind of like this:

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Though, I think I might like to jazz them up a little more, maybe use a typewriter font, or do a cool cutout on the edge. I love the idea of including some dilapidated old windows in the decor, so maybe that could be where the escort cards hang?

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In other news, the Instax Mini has been getting some attention. It accompanied us on a trip to visit two of my favorite people in the world (hi Mom and Dad!) and documented some of the fun:

Lastly, I am obsessed with this calligraphy-like wall art I got from Oh My Deer Handmades. The wall looks so much cozier now, and this sign will definitely have to be used somewhere, somehow in the wedding decor...

Okay, off to go get something done, mostly so I can check it off my to-do list!

Pages of Our Lives

Last night's flower consultation was phenomenal. One of my favorite parts was when I mentioned that Nick and I love to read. She got an excited look on her face and jotted down "readers" at the top of the consultation form. From there, we started brainstorming different ways books and book pages can figure into the decor... and not just stacking them on tables, as I was originally thinking.

We went from stacking them on tables...

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to creating table runners...

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to using the pages in less obvious ways...

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to wrapping the base of the boutonnieres in tiny pieces of antique looking paper (which I couldn't find any pictures of!).

So many ideas...

New Toy-- Photo booth Ideas

This adorable Fuji Instax Mini just came in the mail. It spits out tiny pictures, just like a polaroid!

Watching the first picture develop before my eyes was like magic. Pure magic.

So, some thoughts are percolating in my brain. Wedding related thoughts, of course. I love the idea of having a photo booth at the wedding, you know, a little something for guests to do other than dance. But darn those things are expensive. Maybe this little instant camera could be our own do-it-yourself photo booth? Provide some props, a cool backdrop, and bam!, photo booth. I have heard of others doing this, and I wonder if it is too kitschy... or is it just kitschy enough??

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Crafty

I was feeling crafty tonight after staring at Pinterest for hours. Oh Pinterest, why must you be so addictive? And, I pulled out the ribbon, lace and embroidery hoop I bought from Hobby Lobby last week. This was the idea:

the one on the right

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Well, I think I need a lot more ribbon and lace, but here is the started ribbon hangy thing:

I rather like what I am seeing develop. A few more ribbon spools and some more lace scraps, and I might have a fun little decoration. This one is massive, and I think I would like to make some smaller ones. I will post a picture when it is all done! 

The Winfield and some fun finds

I have become obsessed with Goodwill, antique stores, rummage sales and the like. Because I can find things like these:

(Excuse the weird finger)

Hobby Lobby is also my new friend. I went there today and got this stuff for my first wedding project!

The goal is to make something like this, with shades of blues and lace, but who knows... that could change!

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Here are a few more amazing pictures of The Winfield Inn! When Nick and I visited, I knew immediately that this was it. There are rescue horses happily grazing in a field, a gorgeous old house, sprawling grounds, quaint twinkle lights everywhere, and the potential for lots of naturally growing flowers. SO my style. And the wedding coordinators onsite are the sweetest, happiest girls. Robyn is our coordinator, and she got my vision immediately, even forwarding me a blog post of a bride who used stacks of books as decorations.

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Venue!

This is the best way to introduce the venue that completely swept me off my feet. I am absolutely in love with this gorgeous wedding held at The Winfield Inn. So many lovely vintage and handmade details!

I can't wait to become Mrs. Smith here!!