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Haute New Colors for Fall 2012
Twice a year, Pantone comes out with their color predictions for the upcoming seasons. They’ve debuted their top picks for Fall 2012. To all our Fall Brides: are these colors similar to what you’ve picked out?
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Burlap vs. Burlap
If you’re one of the many brides planning on using burlap in your wedding decor, this post is for you. I’ll pass along a few things I’ve learned talking to wedding planners, decorators and florists:
- It’s easy to overspend on this basic material. I went to Home Depot this weekend and purchased 8 yards of burlap for $12.37 (find it in the home and garden area). That’s a steal compared to most craft stores where it sells for $3.99 per yard.
- Burlap is (really) flammable. You’ll need to spray is with a fire-retardant spray before using it anywhere near a candle (runners, ribbons around mason jars, etc). Consider putting something coaster’esque underneath glass vases with candles inside.
- Burlap will fray (believe me). There are 2 products that will keep your fringe in check. Fray Check, a binding liquid, can be applied to the edges and acts as a bonding agent that keeps the edges from fraying. The other is Stitch Witchery, almost like glue in that it can bind the fabric together.
- If you’re not up for finishing the edges yourself, you can find many online vendors (Amazon, U-Line) selling the material in various widths, lengths, colors, etc.
- Burlap can come with it’s own, er, distinct perfume. Don’t put it in the washer or dryer. Hand washing it water with vinegar, and air-drying; or sprinkle baking soda will absorb the scent.
I hope this helps! Please send me pics of your wedding burlap projects, I’d love to see them!
Found! Corks, and lots of them.
Looking for a way to collect wine corks without paying the price the next morning? A few years ago, I needed corks for friend’s wedding project. I went into a wine bar/store and asked if they had any corks I could take off their hands? The owner came back with a bag chock-full of corks. Boo-ya!
Tip: Go in during off hours and make sure you buy a bottle or two of wine to repay their generosity.
Source: stylemepretty.com
Posted in D.I.Y. Projects, From the Experts, Inspiration
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Found! Striped Linens
We got a lot of stripe love from this fun post! I spotted this classic and contemporary beauty at United Rent-All last month. Sorry, can’t help you with the house or pool :)
Photo Credit: United Rent-All
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Found! Crystal Hurricane Lamps
I confess I’m distracted by anything pretty and sparkly. Case in point: Crystal Hurricane Lamps at Florals Etcetera.
Photo Credit: Florals Etcetera
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Found! “movie trailer” wedding videographer (that will wow you!)
Been looking for a videographer who does wedding videos like the studios I’ve been cyber-stalking in southern Cali. I felt like I hit the jackpot when I stumbled across this video one night! It’s by Bellus Photo + Film and they’re in OMAHA!
Ron + Pam from Bellus Films on Vimeo.
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Found! White Dance Floor
White dance floor at AAA Rents and Event Services
Photo by A Better Exposure. See more from this wedding here.
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Found! Clear Acrylic Chiavari Chairs
I (literally) gasped when I saw a Bridal University exhibitor booth had these clear acrylic Chiavari chairs in their display. I asked the exhibitor where they were from, and of course they replied “Memrical.” Love!
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Bridal University Winners
Congratulations to these brides who won prizes at Bridal University on January 8! Winners, please check your email for more details.
Lindsey Price Ameristar – Dinner for two at Ameristar’s Bourbon’s ($100 value)
Abby Christinsen Bell Photography - Bridal Portrait Session with Complimentary 16 x 20 Print ($250 Value)
Amanda Cauley Brandeis Catering – Complimentary Room Rental on a Friday evening at one of their Brandeis exclusive facilities in 2012, subject to date availability
Amanda Adams Celebrity China & Crystal – 12-piece Chinaservice for four, pattern of winner’s choice ($480 value)
Tiffany Hudson Chellsey Lynn Photography – Free 16×20 wrap ($185 value)
Christina Johnson Complete Music Video Photo – 50% off DJ ($350 Value)
Jessica Gentry Cornhusker Beverage and Bridal – Matching Ensembe of Card Box, two garters, pen set, guest book, ring pillow and flower basket (Value $80)
Dayle Taylor Embassy Suites Omaha-LaVista Hotel & Conference Center - Complimentary Overnight Stay ($149 value)
Andrea Avery Gentleman’s Choice – Two free tuxedo rentals ($300 value)
Drew Sothers Hilton Garden Inn at the Horseshoe Casino – Studio Whirlpool Suite ($189 Value)
Traci Mock Jone-Z Party Bus – Three- hour party for a wedding ($395 value)
Lisa Brott Tin Box Weddings – Engagement Shoot with Tin Box Weddings! No cost to you – Just a fun shoot for you and your love! ($200 value)
Kaitlin O’Connor Tin Box Weddings – Engagement Shoot with Tin Box Weddings! No cost to you – Just a fun shoot for you and your love! ($200 value)
Sarah Meyer Jos. A. Bank – One Free Tuxedo Rental (up to $189)
Erin Duensing Joslyn Castle Trust – 2 hours of time at the castle for photo shoot (date subject to availability)
Nicole Bejot Lane Weddings – Free engagement session ($300 value)
Kaylyn Halder Lindsey George Photography – 2 hour on location engagement session ($200 value)
Kelly Gangwish Main Event Catering – Two Room Suite ($190 value)
Jennifer Langert Memories Bi-Design – Gift Certificate for Free Floral Preservation ($50 value)
Adrienne Jutsen Memrical - $100 gift certificate towards design services
Tina Smith Midtown Crossing – Weekend at Midtown Crossing ($500 Value)
Joey Audino Multi-Images Photography – 16 x 20 wrap ($300 value)
Brianne Fouts Nobbies – Bachelorette Party Basket ($200 value)
Stephanie Edwards Omaha Lace Cleaners – One hour bridal gown design/alteration consultation. ($100 value)
Courtney Fedde Omaha Marriott – Romance Package (Complimentary Suite & Amenities) ($300 Value)
Krissy Carson Omaha Med Spa – Basket with Clarisonic Pro Facial Brush, OMS Face Cleanser, Epionce Body Lotion, Vitamon Wllness PaK, Jane Iredale Lip Gloss ($310 value)
Melissa Hanson Scott Papek Photography – 8 x 10 Transluscent Fine Art Print ($170 value)
Kimm Stearns Sheraton Hotel Omaha – Overnight Stay; Champagne & Chocolate Covered Strawberries; Breakfast for Two. ($230 value)
Paula Watson Sullivan’s Steakhouse – Dinner for Two ($150 value)
Michelle Collins Tempations Parties – Romance Kit ($150)
Ashley Harris The Fountains Ballroom – $500 gift certificate towards a Friday or Sunday wedding
Stephanie Hughes Tiburon Golf Club – Free Tiger Shark Room Rental for Rehearsal Dinner ($400)
Lindsey Oviatt TMS, Inc – Free Custom Monogram with Purchase of $800 Wedding Package ($125 Value)
Deborah Gagnon Von Maur – Chanel Gift Basket worth approximately $400 and a $50 Von Maur gift card
Jennifer Curtis Wellness Esthetics – Basket of products & gift certificate ($175 value)
Jennifer Germer Younkers – $50 Gift Card
Chynna Lapole Archdiocesan Retreat and Conference Center – $100 towards space rental with catered event
Allyson Yung Dillard’s - Calphon Red Enamel 14-piece pan set ($229.99 value)
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