• 2007-10-20T08:00:00Z AisleDash

    Filed under: Relationships, EtiquetteMarriage is not something to be entered into lightly (unless you're planning on a starter husband). It's scary, and huge, and forever can feel pretty daunting. Plus, it's not like marriage comes with instructions ... or does it? For those of you looking for some guidance, I encourage you to check out Instructions on Marriage from The Brick Testament, but only if you like Legos and have a pretty good sense of humor (which obviously you do -- you're reading my post, aren't you?). Enjoy! Read | Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments...

  • 2011-06-20T13:16:13Z Elly B Events

    Ever wondered how to make those adorable pinwheels you have seen all over lately? Lucky for you the Wedding Chicks put together a great tutorial for you.  Here are some great ideas for the use of pinwheels: Cupcake Toppers Line the aisles Props for Photos Hang throughout the space Ceremony backdrop ...

  • 2011-05-16T07:00:00Z Brides.com

    You may know what letterpress looks like, but do you know how it's made?...

  • 2010-04-27T11:30:06Z Elizabeth Anne Designs

    Here’s the how-to for the amazing springtime centerpieces that were featured in the Lilac and Linen tabletop this morning! “Flower recipe” 3 short vases or votive holders. 5 stems of jasmine (cut from a plant) 8 stems of white lilac 8 stems of spirea 5 stems of narssicus 3 stems of ranunculus Condition your flowers overnight in lukewarm water.  When cutting the stems, always cut them diagonally. Start by taking a winding piece of jasmine and placing it toward the bottom of the vase. Place a tall, spirea stem opposite and diagonal to the jasmine (like an S). Let the curve of these st...

  • 2010-06-02T11:25:32Z Elizabeth Anne Designs

    One of my favorite details from Kara and Kristen’s Past to Present vintage wedding concept was their innovative guest book idea.  I love how the paper flowers and decorative corkboard are more than just a guest book, they are also a keepsake for years to come! To create this unique guest book, you will need: Picture frame in desired size Cork roll Fabric cut to size to cover cork Scrapbook paper or other decorative paper Push pins or brads Instructions: Unroll cork and secure to backing for picture frame Cover with decorative fabric and secure with double-sided tape or fabric glue Clos...

  • 2010-06-08T12:00:32Z Elizabeth Anne Designs

    April put so much love and attention into the details of her Inspired by Fabric concept, and was kind enough to share all of the DIY project instructions with us!  All of these projects can be accomplished by DIY-ers of any skill level, and April truly shows that a wedding is not about the size of your pocketbook, but the size of your imagination! Custom Pinwheels Printable Instructions Materials Standard white printer paper (cardstock is too thick) Printer (laser is preferred) Scissors Paper cutter Pushpin or tack Pencil or wooden dowel (one needed per pinwheel) Instructions Using Illust...

  • 2010-12-16T10:05:15Z Elizabeth Anne Designs

    Whew!  This morning’s fabulous Victorian-inspired holiday shoot was just full of holiday craft ideas!  Kristen from Kio Kreations was kind enough to provide tutorials for all of her wonderful creations and you can find them all below.  Since this post contains lots of projects, you can either scroll through all of it, or click the links below to jump down to the section you’re interested in seeing. Centerpiece · Ornaments · Dessert Stand · Ring Bearer Pillow · Cardbox The gorgeous wreath centerpiece is truly the gem of this shoot, and it’s completely doable for all skill levels!...

  • 2008-04-03T14:00:00Z AisleDash

    Filed under: Engagement, Celebrity Relationships, CelebrityKim Kardashian has given her boyfriend, football phenom Reggie Bush, some specific instructions regarding a marriage proposal: Watch Oprah.She says that she wants the proposal to be special, and she feels like if he watches Oprah's talk show, he'll get some ideas for a proposal. The 27-year-old actress personality reality star seems ready to settle down, insisting that the rumors about her partying are all false. She's repeatedly stated that she doesn't drink, so she "can't stay up too late and party, " and that she "just loves to dres...

  • 2010-02-12T13:08:00Z Lowell Handmade Art, Music, Film, Food, Culture & More in Boston's Favorite Mill City

    [This from ALL member, Kellie Weeks. Congratulations to Kellie for being selected "Artist of the Month" at R+F Paints at www.rfpaints.com. Ed.] Encaustic Instruction with Kellie Weeks Come and learn the basic techniques of Encaustic, a wax medium that dates back 2000 years ago to Fayum, Egypt. This technique, revived by Jasper Johns, Diego Rivera, and many others, offers both vigorous spontaneity while also giving the artist full control over the medium. Encaustic is ideal for someone interested not only in painting, but for exploring all that can be accomplished with achieving textur...

  • 2010-04-19T06:24:43Z So You Are Engayged

    Photo by Lara Swanson Way back here, I talked about Ginger and I setting up our Health Care Power of Attorney. Though it’s been a long time coming, I’m glad Obama has finally mandated that hospitals can not discriminate on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation in terms of patient visitation rights. However, he also made it clear that health care power of attorneys are the best way to ensure that, as a patient, your intentions to have your partner visit you in the hospital are recognized. So, yay, for a step in the right direction! And, thank goodness someone FINALLY apolog...