DIY Wedding in Memphis, II
Before we dive back into the adorable wedding that we are currently devouring, I wanted to mention…for any of you that are dreaming of starting a stationery business we are chatting all about it over on BackStage. Starting with the invitation company that I started, we are working through all of the ins and outs of taking the leap into entrepreneurship. Come join in!
Ok, back to the task at hand. I really think that if Etsy could build a wedding of their own, it would be this one. All of the little details that the bride provided are kind of amazing, kind of awesome actually. She found a ton of inspiration right here on SMP and in turn is inspiring brides to no end with her own affair…
From the lovely bride…
The wedding day went by in one beautiful flash, which is why I’m glad Heidi was there to capture the elements that were so important to me. I tried very hard to make the wedding meaningful and creative without spending tons of money. I made our caketoppers out of salt and pepper shakers, elements from my mom’s wedding dress, clay and a vintage letterpress stamp found on Etsy. A friend of mine made my veil from the tulle of my mom’s veil. And another friend designed our programs based on a unique invitation design I found online.
I tried to use all Etsy vendors for everything, and only went to non-Etsy vendors when I couldn’t find it there. I love supporting artists, and Etsy is an endless supply of wonderful crafters. Using the lanterns was an easy way to avoid flower centerpieces and a nice gift for our wedding guests. Not a single one was left at the end of the night! Plus, we saved tons of money by buying them in bulk and on sale at TJ Maxx and Marshal’s.
The things you couldn’t see in the photos were the beautiful songs my now-husband wrote and recorded for the processionals. He played everything on cello, guitar and keyboard and it turned out so gorgeous. He based the melody on the song he wrote to propose to me. His is the John Benjamin Band.
From Heidi Ryder, the fabulous photographer…
Here is a list of the vendors that participated in this awesome, awesome day.
Flowers by Gesture Gifts / Cupcakes by Sugar Bowl Cupcakes / Map Boutonnieres by Hope and Joy Studios / Corsages by Petals Handmade Wedding Accessories / You Are My Sunshine studios by YeeHaw Studios / Jewelry by JMG Jewelry
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Would love to know where the cupcake stand/tower is from...or how to make?? SOO cute!
My cupcake vendor made the tower. Her name is Krissy and she runs Sugar Bowl Cupcakes in Memphis. She let us pick out the fabric and ribbon to go on it and then constructed it herself at home. It turned out beautifully!
What's the name of the font used for the cupcake flavors! And I literally just got home from buying the same place card holders! I love them!
Yes please to all of those cupcakes!
it is really wonderful wedding - very impressive. Using creative thing turn into amazing wedding
these details are wonderful!
you bought your lanterns in bulk?? from where?! I am on a constant search for some at low prices! please share!
Peanut butter and banana cupcakes?! No that's my kind of wedding. I love the bride's shoulder lace. Lovely!
Gorgeous photos. There are so many unique touches here! High on my list of favorite features: the groom sporting his converse down the isle. True character.
So many cute details but I absolutely love the cupcake tower!
the font for the cupcake signs is coffee tin from: http://www.1001freefonts.com/
click on western and then scroll down.
good places for lanterns is http://asianideas.com/
Oooo, loving the cupcake display!
I am loving this wedding! So, so adorable!
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The love banner and all the photos is great! Very creative!
It is absolute torture to see a picture of those cinnamon-sugar cupcakes and not be able to have one. Imagine the best cupcake ever, then add +3. Gawd. Seriously.
That last picture is so sweet - that's what I do when my husband kisses me! Great creativity with the salt and pepper shakers and thanks for the font suggestion!
Wonderful! Such creativity and joy. I would really love to know what type of trees are planted in the venue? - they add so much! Do you know what they are? Best wishes for your future.
Yes, Etsy is an amazing place to find wonderful wedding pieces! I've already found my bouquet, hair comb, various jewelry, and wedding toppers on Etsy! Did I mention Etsy yet?
Those lanterns were a wonderful find. I am aiming to try and make a centerpiece that will not only look good, but will make a good gift for guests to snatch up.
If my wedding can look anywhere near as awesome as this one, I will consider it a smashing success.
Fran, I have no idea what kind of trees those are. I can try to find out, though!
I've been seeing hanging pictures a lot in weddings these days and I love that. It's a celebration of the couples entire relationship as well as people close to them. Perfect :)
Fran- those are crepe myrtle trees - the tree of Memphis. And those particular trees are at least 50 years old.
Thank you for that information Sandy, very kind. I love marquee settings that incorporate existing planting.
So gorgeous and quirky-chic! Thanks so much Dorie for including me in your big day credits- I can't imagine my fascinator worn any better :0)
I love any DIY ideas especially these Martha inspired tags and labels. Yeah!
I love the wedding bouquet! So unique!
Where did you get the You are my sunshine sign?
Where did you find those cake toppers? They are adorable!
Dorie, will you please email me the template for your program, as well? I absolutely LOVE it! THank you so much! kmw192@hotmail.com
Where was this wedding held at in Memphis?!
Where is this fabulous site?
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