Spring bulbs!

Going back through my photos I realized that I had forgotten my massive tulips that bloomed this year! When standing beside them, they were up to my thigh!!! Probably more than 2 feet tall!! You can also see the sweet daffodils I planted as well!  Here are some pics- enjoy! 

I bought tulip, hyacinth and narcissus daffodil bulbs from tulipworld.com.  I definitely recommend this site for bulbs AND great prices!  Check it out!

xoxo,

Amelia

Oh how I love digging in the dirt!

So, I finally have been able to work in my "yard"! I am not finished, but a lot has already been done! So far the hubby and I have planted a hydrangea, knockout rose bush, Gaura, hostas, red mother of thyme, and grace ward lithodora.  Of course some annuals- petunias, mini petunias, begonias, geraniums, lobelia, creeping jenny, and sweet potato vine.

Here's the proof!

This is Gaura, also known as, whirling butterfly. I am in love with this little beauty especially because she's a perennial! 

I'll posts pictures of the back "yard" and the finished product once it's all done or err when I'm happy with it!

xoxo,

Amelia

So...it's been awhile....

Life gets in the way of updating this lovely little blog.  However, I am going to try and post all of my craftiness from the past 2 years.  Lots of changes - new blog name.  New home and a new baby - within a month of each other - doesn't leave much time to sitting down at the computer to blog.  My little one is 13 months now and I feel like I have a better handle on how to multi-task.  Plus, it doesn't hurt that he can entertain himself for small increments of time.  If I begin to slack comment and tell me to get back to work!  Sometimes you just need to hear that someone misses you. :)  To follow are some items that I have worked on!

Signage for our entry! Burlap is amazing!

 

 

Hand painted Monogram pumpkin

 

 

 Making my own tree skirt. Lots of hot glue and burned fingers from the above mentioned amazing burlap. :)

 

 

 

O's 1st Christmas Tree ornament sliced from the bottom of the tree and painted by me!

 

 

 Christmas Signage!

 

 

 Little O's cookie plate for Santa

 

 

 The hubby helped build a bench into this nook in our entry.  The nook

 was practically begging for it!

 

 You like the chalk outline?

 

 

 

Almost finished.  We just need to add some unique knobs, style the shelf and artwork for the wall.  Hopefully we can finish it up soon!

 

 

 

 

Starburst mirror in progress... 

 

 

 Starburst mirror finished along with my hand painted curtains, handmade pillow and trunk converted to side table...whew!

Close - up of the pillow

 

Congrats Banner for an Engagement Party - I'll post close ups later.

 

 

 "I'm One" high chair banner with tutu tray skirt.

 

 

 Birthday Bash Invite                                                  Mommy-to-Bee shower invite

 

 

             Look Whoo's turning One! invite

Some of lil O's  birthday décor - Tissue paper fans - post more later:)

 

 

 Canvas wrapped in burlap and stenciled. 

 

 Hubby and I made the frame.

 

 

Upholstered Pallet Coffee Table

 

Once I get the rest of the pictures sorted I will post more with how-to's! Enjoy my mess!

 

So for now, too-ta-loo!

 

Simple and Chic

While perusing the endless database of wedding bliss that theknot.com has to offer, I came across some pictures that made my heart pitter patter with glee! So, I decided to share them with you to see what you think.

Don't be shy - share your opinion!

These pictures make me want to get married again and again just so I can change my color palette each time.

enjoy :)



This cake is to-die-for! *Simply Chic*

I love this idea if you are having a seated dinner. Looks like they simply wrote with a paint pen the table numbers and names of the guests for each table. My friends know that I adore worn looking items and re-purposing them in a unique way.

This is a simple bouquet of Angel's Breath. The way that the photographer captured in a slight blur the delicateness of the bride's hands, and of the flowers just makes me smile!
*Pure and Simple*

These are only a few (I saved a ton more)!

As I mentioned before let me know what you think!

xoxo

What's in a name?

Just like it is tradition for a woman to change her name when she marries (not to say that all do - good or bad) I have decided that my blog needed a new name - A name that hints at a wedding blog. Let me know what you think of the new name and I am going to try to make some changes in the days to come. Let me know what you think so far!!

Wedding Blues

I believe that I am suffering from a mild case of the Wedding Blues. Since my wedding in September has come and gone I have missed all the researching, planning and crafting. I still continue to look at wedding magazines and websites and often give ideas to newly engaged friends. All I think about is breaking into the wedding business, and I am not very picky about what part. I love the photography aspect, but also love planning - and, of course I love bridal fashion. I know I've thrown the "L" word around a lot, but I truly am enthralled with the business. But how does an individual get started in a business that they have no formal training or experience in?
Recently, I have browsed several sites looking for career opportunities working for wedding magazine companies - how naive of me not to realize that most are located in NYC and CA. Yes, there are smaller, local magazine companies, however, they do not advertise for career opportunities or even internships. Is a foot in the door too much to ask for?
I am going to continue to put my feelers out there and maybe I should just start making contact with locals in the business. All they can say is no, and it wouldn't be the first time I've heard that word before. If you are reading this and have any ideas, suggestions, etc feel free to leave me a comment.

Thanks for listening to me rant!

Inspiration Boards!!!!

My friend LC is my inspiration for this board. She is recently engaged and trying to figure out what she wants for her wedding. I put this together to show her that there are a ton of possibilities...this particular board only being one.

pink and rustic romance. Soft delicate and I love it all!

I love the soft romance of lace and a light blush pink. I started with the cake and my love of lace and this is what I came up with!

Inspiration from my own wedding! A huge thanks to Katie Langley - My awesome photographer!!