I'm pretty sure Jasmine Star loves us because she's always sending us the coolest photo shoots. The kind of shoots that take tradition and give it a good twist. (Remember this gem?) And for that, we love her right back along with this team of amazing vendors. Ahem ...
Whoever coined the phrase "diamonds are a girl's best friend" must know me very well. My affinity with gems can be traced directly to my grandmother who sparkled with the best of them. And really, is there anything more gorgeous + glam than something deliciously shiny adorning your finger (or ear, or neck...)? I think not. So naturally, one of my favorite parts of wedding planning was selecting the stones that would snuggle up to my much-loved engagement ring! With so many styles, colors and...
If you're into all things girly and sweet then you better stick around because we've got one heck of a pretty wedding to share with you on this Monday morning. Imagine lots and lots of white with gorgeously soft pinks and loads of handmade touches with one of the most fabulous dessert tables ever and you've got this wedding sent into us by Jo Bartholomew.
I've always had a soft spot in my heart for Fall and Winter weddings. I don't know if it's the rich jewel tones, the crisp weather or the cozy vibe of the season (or a combo of all of the above), but they've long been a favorite of mine. So, when this stunning Temecula shoot came our way, it was like Christmas morning. Christmas morning with one glorious image after another from ...
I'm just going to go ahead and say it - I love this couple. Big time. They are obviously adorable, but it's their let's dance in the rain attitude that is making me grin from ear to ear this morning. I mean, how fabulous do they look even after soaked to the bone? It's a gallery full of happy from Allori Photography, and one you most certainly should...
We love it when brides get creative with their wedding locales and this one truly tops the charts of off the hook gorgeous and organic settings. Yup, it's a simple yet totally picture perfect greenhouse and we can't stop staring at all the gorgeous images from Warm Pears. The reception is beyond beautiful, filled with tons of greenery in pretty, potted plants. We are officially in love.
A word of caution before you proceed to this morning's wedding film...you may want to grab a tissue or two because this sweet film from our faves at 31Films will totally have you tearing up. It's overwhelmingly sweet and real and oh-so-beautiful. You can't help but want to cheer for this adorable couple and their new lives as husband and wife. And it just so happens that today is your lucky day because we also have these gorgeous images...
It's impossible not to fall in love with this pretty, preppy beach fete. From the adorable monogrammed burlap welcome bags to the gorgeous all white reception, this beach beauty has our detail loving heads-a-spinning. Oh, and it just so happens that these were all created by the bride. Talk about talent! It's New England beach perfection and Liz Banfield captured it all to perfection.
If there's one thing every wedding needs, it's a grand old oak tree. Well, that and acres upon acres of lush Georgia landscape. Because when those two ingredients make an appearance at your Big Day, it's like a guaranteed dose of lovely. Need proof? Take a look at this breathtaking plantation affair captured by Ansley Studio, LLC, which is literally overflowing with Southern romance and sweeter than sweet rustic details, grand old...
I walked down the aisle with a big bouquet of sunflowers on my big day. Why? Not because they are necessarily my most favorite flower in the world (white tulips hold that title, though sunflowers are pretty high up there) but because they set the mood for a super fun day. Just take this soiree - from the very first shot of those sunny flowers, you know it's not only going to be gorgeous, but it's going to be a blast - and with...
When the perfect amount of sweet mixes with with the perfect amount of style and it all unfolds at a place like Star Hill Ranch you can pretty much guarantee a winner of a wedding. Pile on the talents of The Simplifiers planning out every perfect little detail handcrafted by the Bride and her family, and fabulous images from ...
Whoever coined the phrase "diamonds are a girl's best friend" must know me very well. My affinity with gems can be traced directly to my grandmother who sparkled with the best of them. And really, is there anything more gorgeous + glam than something deliciously shiny adorning your finger (or ear, or neck...)? I think not. So naturally, one of my favorite parts of wedding planning was selecting the stones that would snuggle up to my much-loved engagement ring! With so many styles, colors and...
Any day that sees us basking in some eco-friendly inspiration, we consider to be a very good day. Especially when that eco-friendly inspiration was oh-so-perfectly crafted by a dream team of Florida vendors. That's a good day and then some. Add to the mix the fab stylings of Wed Perfect, serious beauty expertise of Hope Henderson Artistry + ...
Whoever said that beautiful, handmade ornaments were a thing of the past was seriously mistaken! Don't let the looks of our leatherbound book ornament fool you: it can be whipped up by anyone in no time. But our favorite part about this craft? The pages can be completely personalized to the giftee's taste. Think along the lines of a sweet quote, lyrics from a favorite shared song... or even a proposal! (Yep, we had to go there). At any rate, think about how good it'll feel to make something this...
Still looking for the perfect gift for aunts, uncles and grandparents from your children? We think these kids' art books totally fit the bill. Not only are they adorable, but they'll make for a wonderful afternoon distraction for the kiddos. Plus, your family will have them for years. We can't think of anything sweeter! Big hugs to Heidi of White Loft Studio for capturing this product and our sweet little model.
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Ok, so let's take another look at that list again: there's your kid's teachers, their friend's parents, the principal, the school nurse... and then there's the ten people you'll remember just when you think you have everyone covered. What to get for all of these folks? Well, we think these DIY pine sachets are just what the doctor ordered. Literally everyone loves both the smell of pine and receiving a thoughtful, homemade gift. Problem solved! (You're welcome). A huge thank you to Ms. Jess, our...
Diet, schmiet. When time comes to host your annual holiday cookie exchange, calories really and truly don't count (you can quote us on this). In honor of this time-old tradition, we put together a few tips and tricks that may come in handy when planning your yummy soiree. We'd like to thank Melissa Jill Photography and Victoria Canada Weddings and Events for the beautiful imagery provided in the post! It definitely...
Sometimes it's the simplest of projects that lend the most amount of fun. And these little gems are about as good as it gets. DIY crayons where your children's imagination can take center stage. We opted for fun alphabet letters because our 4 year old is learning to spell but you could really do anything...hearts, stars, x's and o's. All you need is a batch of old crayons in your favorite colors and a few...
We're celebrating the littlest holiday go-ers today on SMP today and this next treat is one of those projects that you will bookmark and use for years and years to come. We're officially transforming those icky plastic toys that your kids seem to collect into a timeless treasure that children large and small will love. It also makes sort of an awesome (read: adorable + cheap) holiday gift. This was...
Today is a good day. A very good day. And it's not just the fun-filled holiday season and snowy winter weather that has us all aglow. Nope, we also happen to have a brand new advertiser to introduce you to this lovely Saturday morning and they are adding a little something extra special to our weekend... and then some. SMPers - meet MedusHouse, a cinematography studio that will literally amaze you with their fab creativity, serious...
