While perusing the Martha Stewart wedding site, I came across these lovely tissue paper pom-poms. Not only are they easy, but they make a statement, especially when you hang several, like in the picture above. Below, I've outlined how I did my own.
What you'll need: tissue paper, florist wire, scissors...
...8 sheets to be exact
Fold the sheets accordian style on the longest side...
Once you're done folding...
...Round the edges...
...Voila
Snip a bit of wire...
...Wrap it around the centre of the folded tissue
Pull apart each layer...
...Until you have a 'bouquet'... then pull apart the other end/side and...
Voila!
String with fishing line or more wire, pin into ceiling and you're done.
A baby version of the one above, in a darker purple.
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Gap denim jacket (thrifted) (similar here), Lily Pulizter top (last seen here), H&M skirt (last seen here),
Dynamite belt, wedding shoes*, Kathy van Zealand bag & uknown bangles
On my way home, I was looking for somewhere different to take some photos and decided the entry way to a golf course would be great. Wrong. Since it was 'prime time', most staff were leaving (either that, or there were a lot of golfers in today's dreary-rain) and people would literally come to an almost-complete-stop and stare at me. Awkward much? I even had three people stop to see what I was doing and two to tell me it was private property - okay thennn. So I took my camera and bolted. I won't be going back there again.
On a side-note, I bought this jacket last week from the thrift store in my quest for a DIY. Once I got the jacket home and washed it, I realized I loved it too much to 'trash' it with my planned DIY. So, I've decided I will use a different jacket from my closet. So stay tuned.
* these are my | future | wedding shoes!
I know, I know, but they need to be broken in, sadly.
Thankfully I'm breaking them in too because they are killing my feet
{ there is a hook & eye for this top, as you can see, but I prefer it left open }
My mom and I hit up Aldo today to look for a clutch for her for the wedding. While there I found these, the 'Gersten' wedge. I died. I grabbed them so quick and held on tight, look at my mom and gave the look of, 'Omigod-these-are-amazing-and-I-need-them-NOW'. She then gave me the look, no, actually she said, 'Yeah, to go with your other 170 pairs of shoes...' while rolling her eyes. Sadly, I left empty handed.
Boo hoo.
On Saturday, we went a friend's wedding. The location: a yatch club. The weather: sunny and beautiful. The couple: happy. The day turned out to be so nice for an afternoon wedding on the water. The reception was formal, yet casual and breezy, and everything went off without a hitch. Congratulations to J & C!
{ the view }
{ the head table }
{ cake cutting }
{ Anne Michelle, Imortal Sandal }
Well, I caved. After not buying a single pair of shoes for three months (!), I could no longer resist when I layed my eyes on these ones. As some of you know, I have a small shoe obsession... some may call me a collector... so refraining from buying shoes for over 90 days is a helluva long time. I average several pairs per month but since I'm saving hard core for our August wedding, I've been trying to repress the shoe shopping addiction. I've been good, up until now (forgive me JM).
Now, as far as me wearing these beauties, you're probably wondering why I didn't just give you an outfit post with these in them. Well, as previously mentioned (over a month ago, I might add) I hurt my back and it's still not better. I've been avoiding the gym, stretching, trying not to do anything too strenuous for my lower back but I'm still in discomfort. So, I'm conducting a lil' experiment: no heels for two weeks. I'm on the second week and for a girl that wears heels (almost) everyday, it's getting tough to rock my outfits with the same feeling I get when in heels. Nonetheless, it's for a better cause and hopefully will provide the results I yearn for (a back-to-normal back). So, until next week, these beauties will find a place on the (shoe) shelves and there they will remain until their time comes.
I am absolutely enamoured with these Christian Louboutin 'Very Privé' slingbacks, in patent nude. I dream about these shoes and want them so badly. I was thinking of splurging and buying them for my wedding, but, as the costs of everything are rising, the dream of wearing these on my big day is getting further and further away. It doesn't help that they are uber hard to find to purchase (black is everywhere, but the nude is quite rare)... or maybe that does help.
What are you coveting right now?
Thrifted white denim jacket, Ardène tank, Smart Set cami, Almost Famous jeans,
As most of you know, I'm getting married this August and wedding plans are well under way. Things are getting quite intense and somewhat stressful. Fortunately I have a great family and several (ie. six) bridesmaids on speed dial who are super-willing to help. Tonight, we are all getting together at my parent's house to assemble the invitations. This will include putting them together, stuffing the envelopes, addressing the envelopes, sealing them and consuming far too much wine.
Costa Blanca bangle & gifted wooden bangle
Well, as predicted, it was a super busy weekend. I spent Friday night shopping for a birthday gift, as planned and scored big time. I was able to get my future SIL a yellow trench, a thin-knit red halter with ruffles, a pair of drop earrings, an army-inspired sleeveless vest, a pink pashmina and a gift certificate for her to buy herself a new Thomas Sabo charm for the bracelet she has. She loved it all, which was great.
Saturday we went to the jeweller and started designing our wedding bands (very excited!) and then got some poutine and made our way back home. That evening was the birthday party.
Lastly, Sunday, we registered (again) at another store and then met with our venue. We hit up my parent's house for dinner and my future in-laws came over so we could all discuss the upcoming plans. It was a late night but very productive. How did your weekends shape up?
* PS - did you notice the shredded top I'm wearing? It's a new item available for purchase in my Etsy Shop!
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