Planning Inspiration & DIY Archive

  • Ok, so it’s no surprise, I’m a little addicted to cakes, but Im also a huge fan of painting. No Im not thinking the painting your dinning room a bright shade of yellow painting, Im thinking more of a beautiful piece of art painted by someone with creative skill you might hang in your dinning room kind of painting. The great thing is hand painted gorgeousness does have to be limited to canvas, […]

    Hand Painted Cakes

    Ok, so it’s no surprise, I’m a little addicted to cakes, but Im also a huge fan of painting. No Im not thinking the painting your dinning room a bright shade of yellow painting, Im thinking more of a beautiful piece of art painted by someone with creative skill you might hang in your dinning room kind of painting. The great thing is hand painted gorgeousness does have to be limited to canvas, […]

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  •       The sun has been out in London and it feels like summer is finally here, so with all the sunny vibes I couldn’t resist an ice cream inspired mood board this week. There are lots of yummy ideas to keep you busy while you enjoy a lazy afternoon in the sun.       1. I am a huge fan of Eat Chic Drink and this cute favour idea is […]

    Cool and Creamy Ice Cream Coloured Mood Board

          The sun has been out in London and it feels like summer is finally here, so with all the sunny vibes I couldn’t resist an ice cream inspired mood board this week. There are lots of yummy ideas to keep you busy while you enjoy a lazy afternoon in the sun.       1. I am a huge fan of Eat Chic Drink and this cute favour idea is […]

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  • Champagne is such an elegant drink and for most is the perfect celebratory drink. I love to see trays of sparkling wine in pretty tall flute glasses, but Im not really the hugest fan of Champagne’s taste. As I usually go for sweeter drinks, I find myself gravitating towards mixing Champagne with colourful juices or beautiful flowers. If you are looking for something a little different from your champagne reception then why not […]

    Funky Fizz: Champagne Cocktail Ideas

    Champagne is such an elegant drink and for most is the perfect celebratory drink. I love to see trays of sparkling wine in pretty tall flute glasses, but Im not really the hugest fan of Champagne’s taste. As I usually go for sweeter drinks, I find myself gravitating towards mixing Champagne with colourful juices or beautiful flowers. If you are looking for something a little different from your champagne reception then why not […]

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  •       Whether its borrowed or new you can always find a beautiful blue accessory to that that traditional necessity to your day. You don’t just have to little blue details, you can also make it your colour scheme. With its cool and calm tones, it could be just the thing to set an elegant and relaxed mood.       1. These lovely Paper + Cup wedding invitations were featured on Martha […]

    Something Borrowed Something Blue Mood Board

          Whether its borrowed or new you can always find a beautiful blue accessory to that that traditional necessity to your day. You don’t just have to little blue details, you can also make it your colour scheme. With its cool and calm tones, it could be just the thing to set an elegant and relaxed mood.       1. These lovely Paper + Cup wedding invitations were featured on Martha […]

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  • The excitement of tying the knot can sometimes mean you get a little carried away when spending. With statistics saying the average UK wedding costs anywhere between £18,000 and £20,000, this is definitely one of the most, if not the most, expensive party you will ever throw.   Check out this infographic which gives you a good indication of how the usual budget is broken down.        Here are 5 simple […]

    Budget Tips and a Cool Infographic

    The excitement of tying the knot can sometimes mean you get a little carried away when spending. With statistics saying the average UK wedding costs anywhere between £18,000 and £20,000, this is definitely one of the most, if not the most, expensive party you will ever throw.   Check out this infographic which gives you a good indication of how the usual budget is broken down.        Here are 5 simple […]

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  • Im a big fan of trying out different hair styles and colours and when it comes to weddings I think its important that your hair, like your dress, makeup and accessories represents you.   I found five great hair tutorials that you can do yourself which will work well for the bride or bridesmaids.    1. Braided Updo       2. Messy Updo – Taylor Swift Style     3. Super Simple […]

    DIY: 5 Easy Updo Hair Tutorials

    Im a big fan of trying out different hair styles and colours and when it comes to weddings I think its important that your hair, like your dress, makeup and accessories represents you.   I found five great hair tutorials that you can do yourself which will work well for the bride or bridesmaids.    1. Braided Updo       2. Messy Updo – Taylor Swift Style     3. Super Simple […]

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  • We all know how unpredictable an english summer can be, so if you are planning a wedding it’s not a bad idea to have a few umbrellas with you. Although, you can even use umbrellas in the sunshine, especially if they are as cute as the ones from Love Umbrellas.   Detailed Umbrellas Mt favourite has to be the one with all the buttons , soo cute!             […]

    Love Umbrellas!

    We all know how unpredictable an english summer can be, so if you are planning a wedding it’s not a bad idea to have a few umbrellas with you. Although, you can even use umbrellas in the sunshine, especially if they are as cute as the ones from Love Umbrellas.   Detailed Umbrellas Mt favourite has to be the one with all the buttons , soo cute!             […]

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  • Polka dots always make me think of spring time and cheery days in the sunshine, so I thought it was perfect timing for a little polka dot mood board action.         1. Gorgeous white polka dot dress from Honey Pie Boutique  2. I love these dotty straws which you can buy online at Pipii in the UK and Etsy 3. How cute is this yellow tie, photo by Anne Robert Photography […]

    Polka Dot Mood Board

    Polka dots always make me think of spring time and cheery days in the sunshine, so I thought it was perfect timing for a little polka dot mood board action.         1. Gorgeous white polka dot dress from Honey Pie Boutique  2. I love these dotty straws which you can buy online at Pipii in the UK and Etsy 3. How cute is this yellow tie, photo by Anne Robert Photography […]

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  • There are no words to describe these amazing shoes, well not so much the shoes, but the incredible painted designs that adorn them. Deborah, whose nickname is Figgie, is the artist behind these gorgeous creations. I am a HUGE fan of Deborah and her company Figgie Shoes and she was kind enough to chat with me about her wonderful shoe filled world.           How did you end up becoming  a […]

    Figgie Shoes: Personalised & Painted Shoes

    There are no words to describe these amazing shoes, well not so much the shoes, but the incredible painted designs that adorn them. Deborah, whose nickname is Figgie, is the artist behind these gorgeous creations. I am a HUGE fan of Deborah and her company Figgie Shoes and she was kind enough to chat with me about her wonderful shoe filled world.           How did you end up becoming  a […]

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  • Im a little bit addicted to stationary, especially pretty stationary, and you cant get much prettier than Cutture’s laser cut creations. The detail and design that goes into the stationary is exceptional and you will definitely have your guests wowed from the start. I also love the perspex options, a unique idea that looks fantastic.       2012 Collection These are some of the designs from the 2012 collection. Gorgeous right!     […]

    Cutture: Stunning Laser Cut Stationary

    Im a little bit addicted to stationary, especially pretty stationary, and you cant get much prettier than Cutture’s laser cut creations. The detail and design that goes into the stationary is exceptional and you will definitely have your guests wowed from the start. I also love the perspex options, a unique idea that looks fantastic.       2012 Collection These are some of the designs from the 2012 collection. Gorgeous right!     […]

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  •     I am a huge fan of chocolate, I love the taste, I love the look and I love the rich, sumptuous colours it comes in. All this chocolate got me thinking, so today I bring you a chocolate themed mood board. The browns and creams are such warm, inviting colours and would be perfect for chocolate lovers out there.       1.   Lovely bouquet with hits of dark brown […]

    Chocolate Themed Mood Board

        I am a huge fan of chocolate, I love the taste, I love the look and I love the rich, sumptuous colours it comes in. All this chocolate got me thinking, so today I bring you a chocolate themed mood board. The browns and creams are such warm, inviting colours and would be perfect for chocolate lovers out there.       1.   Lovely bouquet with hits of dark brown […]

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  • I love making things and I was pretty excited when I came across these crepe paper roses. Im going to try these out with thick patterned wall paper that I found so I’ll let you know how it goes, but normal crepe paper is fantastic too! In the US you can buy double sided crepe paper which is a bit thicker and works well.       To download the template just click […]

    DIY: Crepe Paper Roses

    I love making things and I was pretty excited when I came across these crepe paper roses. Im going to try these out with thick patterned wall paper that I found so I’ll let you know how it goes, but normal crepe paper is fantastic too! In the US you can buy double sided crepe paper which is a bit thicker and works well.       To download the template just click […]

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  • Where would we be without our gadgets these days? I am rarely without my iphone, computer or a wifi connection. In planning our wedding we have found blogs, wedding forums, social media, building our own wedding website and online shopping invaluable and everything we need is just a click away. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, finding ways to get organized or simply mounting an ipad to your wedding cake (yup check out the infographic below) […]

    Weddings and Technology: A Marriage Made in Heaven

    Where would we be without our gadgets these days? I am rarely without my iphone, computer or a wifi connection. In planning our wedding we have found blogs, wedding forums, social media, building our own wedding website and online shopping invaluable and everything we need is just a click away. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, finding ways to get organized or simply mounting an ipad to your wedding cake (yup check out the infographic below) […]

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  • When you start planning your wedding, often the cost of your wish list can end up looking pretty scary. This is where Sell My Wedding comes in! I spoke to Rebecca Aspin, the lovely lady behind Sell My Wedding, who filled me in on what it’s all about.     What is Sell My Wedding ? It is an online marketplace dedicated to the buying and selling of used or pre-loved wedding items; […]

    SellMyWedding.co.uk an Online Treasure Trove

    When you start planning your wedding, often the cost of your wish list can end up looking pretty scary. This is where Sell My Wedding comes in! I spoke to Rebecca Aspin, the lovely lady behind Sell My Wedding, who filled me in on what it’s all about.     What is Sell My Wedding ? It is an online marketplace dedicated to the buying and selling of used or pre-loved wedding items; […]

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  • Happy New Year! Yup 2012 is upon us and it’s sure to be a truly magical year, least of all I get married in 3 months (woohoo!). For the first post this year I have gone for a super cool engagement shoot. How stunning are these photos!!! I’m always excited to see pictures where people have brought a little something unique to the table. This Canadian couple, shot by the amazing Dmitri Markine, have […]

    Super Cool Retro Engagement Shoot

    Happy New Year! Yup 2012 is upon us and it’s sure to be a truly magical year, least of all I get married in 3 months (woohoo!). For the first post this year I have gone for a super cool engagement shoot. How stunning are these photos!!! I’m always excited to see pictures where people have brought a little something unique to the table. This Canadian couple, shot by the amazing Dmitri Markine, have […]

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