More is just over the horizon this lovely Thursday! General Wedding Decor is the going theme since not every handmade ware has to be designated to just one segment or another of the eventful matrimonial day. And in all honesty, it's the array of DIY options that make wedding's the pavilion of all events in terms of deciding which things to do yourself. One is given numerous possibilities to choose and create at will whatever he/she wants. Our CP Girls did just this and captured some ideas you might be interested at trying if you're to tie the knot or know someone who's about to! They range from detailed to simple...
CP Designer: Lexi Bridges
Here I combined two of my favorite things: the Portrait collection and vintage finds! The idea is to use a $3 suitcase and a collection point for guests to drop off cards for the happy couple and perhaps small gifts. I also thought it would be fun to add the typewriter as a way for guests to sign in or write little notes to the newlyweds on shipping tags. A small cup houses mini clothespins so the tags can be added to hang within the suitcase. Old books act as a stand for a milk bottle filled with vintage buttons and decorated with Portrait elements. Portrait buttons and brads are scattered and used as the center of woodgrain paper doilies which, along with Portrait accent cuts that decorate the inside of the suitcase. The Mr. & Mrs. banner across the top was created by sewing die-letters to a linen-like material cut pennant shape and sets the tone for the tablescape.
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CP Designer: Davinie Fiero
Floral pomanders are a fun addition to any wedding decor, as they can be used in centerpieces, and can also be carried down the aisle by bridesmaids and flower girls.
Paper pomanders are a less expensive way to include a burst of color and are a sophisticated addition to your wedding decor as well.
To create this one, I used a styrofoam ball, circle punches {two sizes}, push pins, and some trims/buttons from the Portrait collection, as well as the Bridesmaids and Bouquet pattern papers (how appropriate!) from the 6 x 6 paper pad.
It was simply a matter of layering punched circles, and attaching them to the styrofoam with a push pin. I then topped it with vintage styled trims in a loop for carrying, and a few vintage buttons from the same collection.
Imagine these in different sizes in a glass vase, a bowl, or in the hands of a sweet little flower girl. The possibilities are endless!
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CP Designer: Tara Anderson
All of those Crate Paper Scraps were put to use by punching out lots of small circles and hearts to create hand-made confetti. I sewed wax tissue paper into a small packets, filled each with the Crate confetti and sewed a "tear and toss" tag across the top. Tear and Toss confetti, the perfect send off to a creative wedding.
With these final images from Tara Anderson, we're going to do a Portrait giveaway if you happen to be interested in commenting on the projects shown today...if so, we'll throw your name in with the mix and carefully select TWO winners to for a Portrait Collection Kit!! We'll announce our winner's tomorrow! Good Luck Friends!
The typewriter in the vintage suitcase is genius!! I love that the guests will find it so entertaining while they are at the event, but then I can just picture the happy little couple sitting down one night years later reading and reminiscing on their beautiful day together!!
Posted by: Nancy | June 09, 2011 at 04:18 AM
Just love the typewriter! And all the small add ons too
Great ideas and thans for the inspiration a lot..
Posted by: Iris S | June 09, 2011 at 04:32 AM
Those projects are beautiful! I love the confetti idea!
Posted by: ginnyh | June 09, 2011 at 04:56 AM
I've been married 20 years, but with all the wonderful ideas here I would love to get married again, just to use CRATE to decorate it! thanks for the beautiful things to drool over!
Posted by: Amy K | June 09, 2011 at 05:00 AM
great stuff.......I agree the typewriter idea is ingenious!!!
Posted by: Amanda L. | June 09, 2011 at 05:06 AM
I am just loving Tara's confetti idea!! Absolute genius!!
Posted by: Natalie Elphinstone | June 09, 2011 at 05:08 AM
Oh my goodness.... GORGEOUS projects!! I wish I wasn't already married or new someone who was getting married because these ideas are super fabulous! I love each and every one. The crate girls did a wonderful job!
Posted by: Regan | June 09, 2011 at 05:27 AM
Love these projects! Especially Tara's little confetti packages. Those are too cute!
Posted by: Brenda Weaver | June 09, 2011 at 05:33 AM
Beautiful and fun together! Love it all!
Posted by: Kelly Massman | June 09, 2011 at 05:35 AM
I love the tear and toss idea!
Posted by: Lara Carson | June 09, 2011 at 05:36 AM
These are all so absolutely creative and beautiful!! Your design team is AMAZING!!!! Thanks so much for sharing!! :)
Posted by: Amanda J | June 09, 2011 at 05:38 AM
I love these projects - truly beautiful! The tear & toss bag is a really sweet idea for a wedding!
Posted by: Sandy | June 09, 2011 at 05:38 AM
Oh my goodness...you gals are absolutely a-mazing!
Posted by: ~amy~ | June 09, 2011 at 05:38 AM
I love Tara's confetti packages and Lexis suit case display is amazing!! You girls are so talented, love it!
Posted by: susan Tutt | June 09, 2011 at 05:51 AM
*sigh* these are all sooooooo amazing and beautiful!! So many fabulous ideas! :):):):):):):):):):):):)
Posted by: Julie Tucker-Wolek | June 09, 2011 at 05:54 AM
I love the work of Tara Anderson, so inspiring! the photos of the projects today are wonderful! thank you so much for sharing all this beauty and for the chance to win!
Posted by: Iara | June 09, 2011 at 06:05 AM
Love the typwriter idea - such a creative way of writing a little note to the happy couple!
Posted by: Asil | June 09, 2011 at 06:06 AM
Yeah, the typewriter is truly lovely and cute, love the idea.
Wow! Potrait collection, really hope to win this, the collection is all sold out in my local stores, fingers-crossed!!!!! Thanks for the chance
Posted by: Cheryl Leong | June 09, 2011 at 06:10 AM
I love the projects featured! They are beautiful! Thanks for sharing that with us!
Posted by: Marie-Josée | June 09, 2011 at 06:11 AM
What beautiful and creative ideas.
Posted by: Celeste B. | June 09, 2011 at 06:11 AM