WEDDING :: Apple Orchard Inspiration Board

Hello everyone & welcome to "Wedding Wednesday"!

::  bouquet  ::  dress  ::  cocktail  ::  apple basket  ::  apple pie pops   

:: apple tree  ::  cake  ::  wedding snacks   

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One of the things I look forward most to, in the fall, is having apple everything! Apples in the fall just taste better, they look better and they make for gorgeous party decor at a wedding or an event! You can find fall's apples in the bold bright reds or gorgeous shades of green! I absolutely LOVE the color red, so today's inspiration takes place in a bold red apple orchard with some amazing ideas to share with you!
  Using apples for placecards is the perfect idea, not only is it practical and cost effective, it's one of those favors that can be taken home with your guests and enjoyed at a later time. Carry a bouquet showcasing the colors on the surrounding trees . . .the oranges and reds, accent those flowers with some apples for a gorgeous themed bouquet. The deep red shade of this dress for your bridesmaids, will look fabulous on all of them and will be a 'go-to' dress they will want to wear over and over again. Serve up an apple-flavored signature cocktail or use apple slices in a sangria recipe for your guests to enjoy. Baskets of apples make a wonderful and practical centerpiece or use them to decorate a table, for a festive touch. Apple pie pops are such a fun item for your guests to discover on your dessert bar, not to mention delicious too. When researching places to have your reception, why not check to see if you have any local apple orchards that would be willing to host your event. Imagine the stunning photos you could capture at a place like that. This cake grabs your attention and is definitely a show stopper plus fits in well with the theme. Why not serve your guests a late night snack . . . mini caramel apple pops would be the perfect snack after a few hours of dancing.


 
Have you been to a fall wedding that incorporated apples into the theme? What colors were used? What was your favorite element of the event?  I would LOVE to hear the details . . .spill below ;)

 

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Wedding :: Damask & Red Inspiration Board

Hello everyone & welcome to "Wedding Wednesday"!

:: cupcake  ::  pillow  ::  shoes  ::  cake  ::  dress  ::  invite   ::  table flowers   ::  bow tie  ::  bouquet   

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This week's theme is all about being classic. I choose to share classic red and damask with you as they both are so timeless. A classic red and damask wedding would be stunning! Not to mention, a certain "love" holiday is right around the corner so it is totally appropriate! ;) Classic red is one of those colors that you can do any time of year and will work whether it's for a winter wedding in the snow, to the beginning of spring around Valentines Day, during the summer for a patriotic wedding and of course in the fall matches the decor of all the changing leaves so well.

Damask. What can I say about you besides I {heart} you so. I am and will always be smitten with damask.
As you know I used it myself in my wedding and again in my beach wedding celebration and I still adore as much as the day we met! ;) I don't think I will ever tire of seeing it or using it when planning celebrations.

  The damask cupcake wrappers are a perfect way to incorporate damask into your desserts, I had cupcakes at my reception as well and people loved it. I am loving this sweet pillow that can be used to carry the rings, it is the perfect blend of damask and a romantic edge. These shoes! These beautifully designed red shoes are simply a work of art & they are gorgeous with the flowers adorning the sides of them . . . I may have to get me a pair of those for now, because those are hot, hot, hot! Cakes have always been one of the best ways to incorporate your theme and this cake makes a definite statement of class with the red flowers streaming down the front of this four layer beauty. Dresses do not have to be complicated and this little red number is the perfect length to wear to a wedding as a guest or even have your girls choose these as an option as they will surely get to wear them again since they are a simple yet classy design. Set the tone for your wedding with the invite by sending a statement invite that exudes a taste of what your guests can expect from your celebration. The guys would look super stylish with a bow tie in lieu of a necktie whether it's all the guys in your wedding party sporting them, the groom or even the lil guys walking the rings down the aisle. ;) This bouquet is the perfect blend of colors with a touch of damask ribbon around the stems. Your guests will feel like they are sitting in the middle of a romantic movie, at this amazing table covered in flowers and candles. Celebrate true love always.

 

 
Have you ever been to a wedding where they used red & damask together? Are you planning one? Do you feel inspired from this?  I would LOVE to hear the details . . .spill below ;)

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EATS :: Dessert IDEAS for Memorial Day

Yup it's here! The week that officially leads up to the beginning of summer. 

The days of endless gatherings with friends & family, pool parties & LOTS of cookouts & BBQ's! Are you ready for this weekend's parties?

It's (almost) MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND!

Well if you need any QUICK & SIMPLE ideas on what to take or make for a party this weekend . . maybe these ideas will help you out! Enjoy!

Here's a recipe for Americana Fruit Trifle:

Ingredients:
~ 1 {big} tub of cool whip
~ 1 angel food cake
~ strawberries & blueberries

I broke up the pieces of angel food cake, dropped them in the trifle bowl then repeated layers of angel food cake, whip cream, strawberries, cake, whip cream, blueberries . . . until I got to the top. Spread another layer of cool whip (to create my 'blank' canvas) made a "star" shape out of the strawberries & then filled in with the blueberries. Simple + delish!

 Here's a recipe for Americana Cupcake Cones:

 Need a super fast FUN food for the kids? They always LOVE this one!

 Ingredients:

~ box of {jumbo} size cake cones

~ {premade} cupcakes

Take the cupcake wrapper off the cupcake & pushed them down into the cones. No worries if you mess up the icing - either fix it the best you can or re-ice them. Either way - they are so CUTE, no one will care if they aren't perfect! Oh - btw - I also added some patriotic sprinkles to them to "hide" my fingerprints! heehee

Need a last minute hostess gift?

Print out this FREE Memorial Day Subway Art & stick it in a frame, reduce the size a little when you print & wrap it around a bottle of wine or . . .

a GENIUS idea that my friend Donna from Glamorous Sweet Events 

shared with me that she did:

"I just printed them & wrapped the large candy bars with it! Perfect & inexpensive hostess gift or party favor!"

photo courtesy of Glamorous Sweet Events

Please let me know if you have a creative way to use these this weekend! I would love to hear from you!

If you still need your own print, here it is:

This print is sized for an 8 x 10 frame but could easily be enlarged to fit an 11 x 14 or whatever size you needed. Print it out at home or take it to a printer for a larger size.

Just download your FREE Memorial Subway Art here & ENJOY! 

Thanks so much & enjoy the recipes, the SUBWAY ART & have a FABULOUS weekend!

Take time to remember & honor those who have served & are serving our country!

 

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