Stunning.

{via heart of light}

I stopped in my tracks when I came across the above photo of this gorgeous necklace.
Enough said.

Please note: I have filed this away in my personal folder.

Sunday Soundtrack: Barbarossa, Stones

I am obsessed with How I Met Your Mother and if you haven't had the chance to catch this hilarious sitcom, please start now (it airs on Mondays in Canada).

On that note, my boyfriend and I have had the following song on repeat since the last episode aired. Hope you enjoy this song and your Sunday afternoon.

Happy Weekend

So, I couldn't start my weekend before I shared this cute DIY project from the Project Wedding Blog. How gorgeous does the teal, pink and white look together? I love it.

View the step-by-step process here.

{photos via Carly Taylor via Project Wedding}

colourful ceramics

I adore these ceramic plates and cups because it has made me even more anxious for Spring to arrive. The bright and cheery array of colours make me want to start collecting colourful dishware for our backyard BBQ's and family/friend get-togethers.

These Aedriel Originals would be perfect for a wedding gift, a birthday gift, entertaining, or to remember a date that's special to you.

Check out the site here.

{photos via Eat Drink Chic via Aedriel Originals}

BHLDN

I have always loved Anthropologie, but my love grew even more when I had a chance to visit this one-of-a-kind store last month at The Grove. And you can imagine my excitement when I learned that Anthropologie planned to launch their wedding site, BHLDN!

I am absolutely smitten with this online store. Check out their gowns, shoes, hair adornments, and accessories. They are amazing.

Happy Valentine's Day.

{via We Heart It}

This photo is quite fitting considering the stormy weather taking place in Vancouver this morning. Happy Valentine's Day everyone! Xo.

Cupcake In A Jar

This post was too charming not to share.

I came across it in my daily blog reads and fell in love with the idea of a decadent cake in a mason jar.

Enjoy!

Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- *2 1/4 tsp cocoa powder
- *1 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp white distilled vinegar
- *2 tsp vanilla extract
for the cream cheese frosting:
- 1 pound cream cheese, softened
- 2 sticks butter, softened
- *2 tsps vanilla extract
- 4 cups sifted powdered sugar

View further instructions and picture tutorial here.







This is an example of another great favor idea for a couple at their wedding! [Or you could include the dry ingredients and a recipe card in the mason jar for a DIY at home].

Yum!

the wine tea collection

Readers and tea [+ wine] drinkers: take note.

Anyone who knows me is aware that I love wine and I love tea. Period. That being said, when I came across this gift box on one of my favourite tea sites, DAVIDs TEA, I was thrilled! So, thrilled, that this gift box set has made the top of my Christmas stocking-worthy items [Yes, I know it's early, but have started that list already]!

The wine-inspired teas are Champagne, Marsala, and Cabernet Sauvignon (my fave), which come in a decorative box... I just love this gift. I might have to stock up for the wine lovers in my family.

On a seperate note, Happy Thanksgiving my Canadian readers.

Xo.

little hearts

With four (4) weddings this Summer I wish I would have come across the following sooner. Oh well, at least it's bookmarked in my personal files for the next wedding I attend.

And how adorable are these little hearts?

A perfect engagement or wedding gift these framed hearts can be personalized with the couple's initials and wedding date! Love it.

View the Etsy shop here.

Dinner For 8

How gorgeous is this location?

This intimate dinner party for 8 is adorable. I love this idea for a very small reception with just your closest family or friends. Sharing in stories and enjoying the simplier things in life is my cup of tea.

That being said, this set up would also be a perfect fit for a proposal, to ring in the New Year, or a birthday celebration. Sigh.






I hope you enjoy your weekend and the first day of October! (Wow, it`s here already...)

What are you plans for this weekend?

Personally, I have a weekend consisting of a Jack Johnson concert, my Grandma`s 80th birthday and plenty of one-one-one dog time. I.can`t.wait!

Cake Toppers for the Untraditional Couple

If a traditional cake topper is just not you, then take a look at the following unique cake toppers that I adore:

polaroid photos (view the inexpensive + easy option here)


fabric heart (view the DIY + crafty option with a DIY tutorial here)


teacup and flowers (view the vintage + reusable option here)


cake banner (view the Etsy option here)

I'd love to hear what cake topper you would choose for atop your wedding cake...

I love music...

... so the following wedding invites are right up my alley.

Order + customize here!





Hope you are enjoying a lazy Sunday afternoon.

Breathtaking Bouquet

One of my favourite bouquets to date. View more of this gorgeous wedding here.

Happy Thursday, All! The weekend is almost here.

Cake Bunting? Yes, Please

Bunting has become extremely popular for celebrations - agreed? So, when I stumbled across this Etsy seller I just had to share.

Give a warm welcome to Cake Bunting...

Made with vintage and upcycled fabrics this Etsy seller has hit the nail on the head by using cute fabrics of polka dots, solids, stripes and patterns.

Lovely.





View more on Etsy and her blog.

"Hanky" Love Letters

I love.love.love discovering new (and chic) ways for your guests to write their well wishes to the bride & groom. Like I have said before, traditional guests books are becoming more and more creative; however, this 'guest book' idea triumphs all. The talented, Amy Moss, from Eat Drink Chic has created "Hanky" Love Letters.

Styled after vintage hankies, these letter-writing paper sheets are just too perfect for guests to write their well wish to the newlyweds. Adding to your wedding decor, these paper sheets would be just gorgeous hung at your reception venue.

Whatcha think? Would you opt for this novel guestbook alternative?







Feel free to download these beauties here.

monogrammed mugs

These monogrammed mugs are everywhere (And... I want one)! From wedding decor to pencil holders these perfect sized mugs add your stamp to any occasion.

As for wedding decor, these adorable monogrammed mugs work well as: vases, favours and/or centerpieces. And the best part... they are inexpensive! You can purchase these lovelies here.

(via Ruffled)

(via Style Me Pretty)

Hope you had a lovely long weekend.

Oh My Deer...

I am all about wedding correspondance these days. With a few weddings in my future, I have recently received the invites and love seeing the various calligraphy, colours and designs that those brides have chosen.

And I believe the following invites from Oh My Deer are just too rad not to share. I love finding unique, colourful and playful invites that I would choose as my wedding correspondance.

Love them?

{via Once Wed}

You can purchase these lovelies at Chelsea's Etsy shop here.

Vintage Save-the-Dates

If you know me you definitely know about my love for Hawaii. I have to say if I was getting married and if I were to choose Hawaii (to be more specific, Maui) as my wedding destination, I would definitly opt for these Vintage Save-the-Dates.

It's such a fun (& cost effetive) way to add some excitement about a destination wedding.



(via Ruffled)

Happy Long Weekend, All!

My Favourite Love Shoot

I have had an eventful few days, to say the least, and I would love to dedicate this post the ones who have found that special someone. I truly believe that events that occur in your lifetime are meant to make you realize how important your special someone is to you.

That being said, This Love Shoot on Snippet & Ink instantly caught my eye. This intimate, sexy, sweet and authentic photo shoot is unlike anything else and I.love.it! This shoot is exactly how I would chose to showcase my love to my special someone.

I hope you all take today to spend some quality time with the person you care about and truly enjoy their companionship; I will.

Have a great weekend, all!