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Weddings will always make me swoon, that's a given. But if you want to really know what makes me tick, it's the stories behind the soirees. The effort, the thought, the days that led up to a beautiful Bride walking down the aisle to meet her Groom. Which is precisely why I fell head over heels in love with this Martha's Vineyard beauty captured by Jocelyn Filley Photography. It's gorgeous backyard wedding meets the sweet stylings of...

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Sometimes something as simple as a layer of paper cranes strung around a ceremony spot can make all the difference in the world. It takes this backyard affair from beautiful to seriously breathtaking upon first glimpse of those white wings. And the images from Hitch and Sparrow add a layer of beauty and emotion that brings this day full circle. See it all unfold...

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Not only am I in love with this sweet and whimsical backyard wedding, I totally want to be besties with this literary-loving bride. Inspired by the woods and her childhood dream of being a 19th century American Girl (love it), this bride created a day that was all about sentiment and nostalgia. And even though she planned her outdoor day in the middle of hurricane season, her dad up in heaven held off the rain until just minutes after the reception ended. (LOVE it!) ...

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Here at SMP we know Valentine's day is sweeter when you can share it with the whole family, so we came up with this pint-sized party for your little ones to join in the fun! We envisioned a cozy afternoon party where kids could create handmade valentines for all their friends and enjoy some pink & red-hued treats at the same time. The fabulous Heidi of White Loft Studio was there to capture every adorable detail, from the oversize...

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These show-stopping Valentines are perfect to make with a petite partner! Spend an afternoon together dyeing rock candy into all kinds of pretty shades, and the next day you can turn them into easy, sparkly Valentines. Unfortunately, this rock candy is not for eating- but if you're looking for an edible rock candy treat, be sure to check out our ...

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Won't your little one feel just like cupid when they walk into class with a bouquet of candy balloons to distribute? Okay, that might be classroom overload but this simple DIY valentine is quick to make and guarantees big grins from every Valentiner large and small. We've got another fabulous DIY valentine to show you next, and don't forget to check out the inspiration and delish...

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We've got recipes for some seriously tasty, completely charming Valentine's Day treats today. Your kids are going to fall in love with our heart-shaped fruit kabobs- and so will you! Only two (all-natural) ingredients, no baking, and you're done in 10 minutes- easy as pie. Add delicious Shirley Temples with a cherry twist, and adorable letter-shaped Valentine cookies that fit right into miniature mailboxes, and you've got a party! If you want a larger spread, nothing says you can't add in some...

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Take your average Valentine, and take your average Valentine goody- now combine them. Didn't everything just get doubly better? We think so. We've got the steps to make these super cute sewn envelopes so you can pass out Valentines with a little more pizzazz. They make the perfect gift for coworkers, teachers, classmates, mailmen, and anyone you'd like to spread a little Valentine's cheer to! And if you're just popping on, get Valentine's Day inspired ...

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Sometimes only a thoughtful, clever little Valentine will do, and these adorable packets of sweet pea flower seeds fit the bill perfectly! They're quick, easy, and they definitely won't break the bank. Plus, long after Valentine's day has passed, your sweetheart will have some of the prettiest & most fragrant flowers around! And if you're looking for the rest of the party fun?  Get inspired here, get the recipes ...

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We've been feasting on all things pink and pretty today on SMP at Home. And for a bunch of girls that write a wedding blog for a living, it's like everything we've ever wished and dreamed. But before we dive headfirst into all of the DIY goodness (and it's really, really good), we wanted to let you know that SMP Home now has it's own dedicated Pinterest account. And it's overflowing with those little pretties we love so very much.

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