28 Jul

Ready for Part 2 of the incredible Kelly & Joseph’s wedding series? After throwing a completely spectacular event on the Mayan Riveria, the couple headed to Portland to have a casual and intimate but equally gorgeous wedding at a private cabin in the woods.

This wedding was all Kelly and Joseph – everything was vintage, they had a million photographer friends taking photos (including the wonderful Leah Verwey), picnic blankets, kazoos, karaoke and more. This had to be one of the most laid-back and fun weddings ever!

To get to the ceremony site near Mt Hood, guests (and their dogs) were first lead on a magical trek through the woods. How precious is the shot of them walking across the wooden beam?

This wedding had a ton of color, starting with Kelly’s lovely bouquet. It was perfectly imperfect, with a ton of fun-factor elements.

Check out all the multitude of glassware – all vintage, of course. So gorgeous and easy to put together.

Donuts trumped the traditional wedding cake for this shindig, an ideal choice if you ask us.

What a perfect end to their epic saga, right? Actually, Kelly just told us she traveled to Illinois after this for yet another reception! You crazy kids – go have some fun now and enjoy your newlywed status.

To see more from these two, don’t forget to check out the before & after shots from their Mexican wedding.

Custom Convertible Dress:  Sarah Seven
Bolero (only in some photos at the Mayan Ruins): Toccata on Etsy
Necklace: Arleigh at Frank Jewellery by Design
Shoes: Biviel
Joseph’s outfit: All thrift-store finds
Veil, Poms, Ringbook, Guestbook, Flags, Rock and Succulent Centerpieces, Cake-Topper, Corsages: all made by the bride with help by friends and family (amazing!)

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28 Jul

Yesterday, we gave a little sneak peek at the before and after shots of Kelly and Joseph’s wedding. Most couples only have the pleasure of creating one day of their dreams, but these two decided one wasn’t enough – so they had a ceremony in Mexico, and then one back in Portland to seal the deal.

First we’re gonna look at their Mexican wedding ON the actual Mayan Ruins, and later, we’ll show you Portland.

Kelly is a super crafter (and a photographer), so with the help of friends and family, she included some incredible little crafty details and touches like fabric corsages for the guests, rock garden centerpieces (with rocks Kelly has collected since she was six years old), a handmade cake topper and more poms than anyone would know what to do with.

During the ceremony, family members stood in a circle blessing the couple by telling stories of love and marriage. The couple also had a collaged book of love that held their rings and a single feather, which they released into the ocean following the ceremony.

How’s that for a location?  So beautiful.

The heart-shaped glasses are a completely adorable touch!

Now that’s one stunning wedding.  Stay tuned for Part 2 – The Oregon Wedding!

Custom Convertible Dress:  Sarah Seven
Bolero (only in some photos at the Mayan Ruins): Toccata on Etsy
Necklace: Arleigh at Frank Jewellery by Design
Shoes: Biviel
Joseph’s outfit: All thrift-store finds
Veil, Poms, Ringbook, Guestbook, Flags, Rock and Succulent Centerpieces, Cake-Topper, Corsages: all made by the bride with help by friends and family (amazing!)

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27 Jul

Look at these cuties from Rifle Design for the Martha Craft Dept.

Could be pretty great for a save-the-date or engagement party invite?

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21 Jul

Slowly working our way around the country… we have Chicago!

As always, please share your recommendations! We’d love these posts to be places people can visit in the future when planning their weddings and you, lovely dear helpful readers, can make them better with your faves from each city.

1. Garrett Buttery Popcorn (1 gallon for $26.00)
2. Chicago coasters ($12.50)
3. Metropolis Coffee (1lb Bag/$12.95 )
4. Berry Chill Chicago’s version of Pinkberry
5. Chicago grocery tote ($15.00)
6. You gotta have a Chicago Dog! (not in the gift bag of course but highly recommend)
7. Chicago Root Beer (24 bottles for $23.99)
8. Jays snacks a Chicago hometown favorite ($.99)
9. Frango Dark Mints (1lb box $17.00) divide up and put into tissue to get the most for your money.
10. Snow & Graham mini calendar ($14)

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14 Jul

It’s nearly impossible to choose just a handful of delicious and fun guest tote additions for San Francisco, but here’s one possible set for your guests. Make sure you share with us any essentials we’ve forgotten! We love learning about new local treats for the Bay Area.’

Thanks to our friend Catherine of Local-Social, an event company that merges the art community with events in Oakland, for helping out with some ideas!

1. A brochure for Beach Blanket Babylon, a zany musical spoof of pop culture. Complete with outrageous costumes and massive hats. Only in SF of course.

2. Divine “Who’s Your Daddy” bacon potato chips. (around $5 a bag…inquire about bulk orders)

3. San Francisco tote bag from Map Totes. Or you can customize your own tote design for around $8.50 each for 15 or more.

4. McEvoy Ranch olive oil soap. (3 bars for $24)

5. A bottle of Anchor Steam Beer (24 bottles for $38.99)

6. Gift card to Ritual Roasters or Blue Bottle Coffee.

7. Eat.Shop book (48 books for $360…$7.50 each)

8. Cable car ride ($5)

9. Bart tickets

10. Miette fleur de sel caramels

p.s. Our next bag is for Chicago!

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