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| Amber Alexander - Peach Birds Print |
Friday, 26 July 2013
Thursday, 25 July 2013
Anna And Dustin
Anna was sweet enough to share some pictures of her beautiful June 2013 wedding with me.
I just love the soft pink, blue and yellow accents surrounding them.
This wedding must have been a real pleasure to attend.
Everything looks so pretty and well-planned.
I love that bouquet!
And some Fairytale Flowers on the glowing bride's sash.
What an honour!
Aren't they a wonderful couple?
Wedding Photography by Mary MacLane Photography
Friday, 19 July 2013
My Creative Space - Old Lace and Happiness
This is part of a newly acquired stash of wonderful vintage lace that I just had to share...
The joy of having this lot drop in my lap unexpectedly can only be appreciated by other manic makers, I'm sure. (Isn't that right girls?)
Can you see the mustard yellow lace? It's a much deeper, yellower colour than the pictures and absolutely fabulous!
The large pieces of white lace are equally impressive but the sheer novelty of the colour does make it stand out.
There are also all sorts of trims in various sizes and designs....Some hand crocheted.
I can't wait to start on these!
Ah, the possibilities are endless....
Saturday, 6 July 2013
Golden Honey Bridal Flowers
More bridal flowers, this time in a sweet, pale, honey organza.
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| Fairytale Flower - etsy |
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| Flower Organza Bridal Flowers |
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| Handmade Bridal Hair Accessories |
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| Golden Honey Flower Bridal Headband and Hair Clip |
In case anyone is wondering, yes, I am going through a bridal mania lately.
It's fascinating to see how many different hues you can play around with and how many different flowers you can make within the pale confines of the bridal range.
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Wednesday, 3 July 2013
Etsy Favourites - Vintage Wedding Gowns
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| 1967 - Vogue 1727 - OneMoreCupOfTea |
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1959 - Simplicity 3469 - marciecks |
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1967 -Vogue 1745 - GoVogue |
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1964 - Simplicity 5872 - PrettyPatternShop |
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1960s - Butterick 5660 - OurTimeCapsule |
Today's Etsy Favourites are wonderful vintage bridal patterns.
Enjoy these pretty awesome 1960s and 1970s wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses with the added bonus of some pretty fabulous wedding accessories inspiration for bridal hats, veils, caps, bows, scarves, headdresses and bouquets.
Sunday, 30 June 2013
White Wedding
These are my latest bridal hair accessories, in total white.
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| Fairytale Flower - XL Bridal Flower |
This one is an extra large extravaganza of organza, tulle, feathers and rhinestones.
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| Bridal Flower Headpiece - Fairytale Flower |
You can clip it straight onto the hair or you can attach it to a ribbon, which is what I've done in these pictures.
I like the added romance of the organza ribbon trailing down the back back.
Especially when the hair is swept up or short.
I like the added romance of the organza ribbon trailing down the back back.
Especially when the hair is swept up or short.
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| Oversized Bridal Hair Flower - Fairytale Flower |
The one below is actualy the exact same flower and arrangement but in a considerably smaller scale.
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| Bridal Hair Accessory - Fairytale Flower |
I'm enamoured with these feathers and how white they are.
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| Bridal White Wedding Flower - Fairytale Flower |
You can see the organza ribbon in this picture. It's tied around the hair in a pretty bow and it's quite long so that it can trail behind.
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| White Organza Bridal Hair Flower - Fairytale Flower |
You could actualy wear either of these flowers on a sash.
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| Bridal Headpiece - Fairytale Flower |
I have a thing for all things bridal, whether over the top or subtle and subdued.
What do you think?
Do you prefer a bride with accessories that make a statement or something more demure?
Linked to:
Anemarie's Crochet Blog, I Heart Naptime
What do you think?
Do you prefer a bride with accessories that make a statement or something more demure?
Linked to:
Anemarie's Crochet Blog, I Heart Naptime
Saturday, 29 June 2013
Topping It Off!
Here are some very hasty photos of some much-loved champagne organza flowers.
While I do enjoy making every one of my flowers, bridal flowers have that extra bit of magic to them, don't they?
These are for the lovely Emmeline, who decided to arrange them as her cake topper on her special day.
Wishing you the most fabulous of wedding days, Emmeline!
Next time I'll take better pictures that do them justice.....
Friday, 21 June 2013
Tuesday, 18 June 2013
New Fuchsia Pink And Red Organza Flower Rings
Here are my latest organza flower rings in bright and happy combination of fuchsia and red -with a little black thrown in....
They're attached to an adjustable base, so they can be worn pretty much by anybody.
The black centres are natural onyx stones, carefully and patiently sewn onto the flower.
I love the sculptural embellishment they add and the contrast of the shiny black rocks with the delicate, semi-transparent organza.
I made some red ones too. They remind me of poppies.
Hopefully I'll get some modelled shots soon. They look so much better worn.
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Monday, 17 June 2013
Etsy Favourites - Turquiose and Coral Summer
Saturday, 15 June 2013
Vintage Obsession and Turquiose Turbans
I don't know if my latest vintage fashion -and pattern- obsession has been evident in this blog, but I suspect that there may have been signs....
Yes, I have become totally fascinated with vintage fashion and vintage patterns.
I mean, just look at this beauty!
This is one of my latest favourite possesions and it's in wonderful, mint condition.
Simplicity 5227. 1960s women's accessories: turban, collar, cuff, scarf and dickey.
I'm now in the not-too-pleasant process of learning that vintage patterns are sized differently than modern ones are, but it will take more than that to dampen my new-found vintage enthusiasm.
This particular pattern is from one of the wonderful vintage pattern etsy shops I've discovered lately, California Sunset.
Cindi is great and she has over 300 vintage gems to choose from.
Even if you're not looking for a pattern to buy, looking through all that past fashion is both educational and fascinating.
(Well, it is, in my humble opinion...)
So, I'm off to try my hand at this.
I'll keep you posted on this and other vintage-related endeavours.
Have a great weekend!
Wednesday, 12 June 2013
Flower Motif Sea Rocks
There's something about sea rocks.
There's something most comforting about feeling their smoothness, their weight and the heat they give off from being under the beating sun in the palm of your hand.
There's also something to be said about carrying a marker around with you.....
These are quite large stones, not pebbles. The one that looks like a heart is about 9cm, or just below 4 inches, at its widest part.
The floral motif is a recurring one for me. One that I never tire of.
Easy to make and lots of fun, drawing rocks is one of the perks of a rocky beach.
If you would like one of these rocks for your very own -they're great paperweights!- just leave me a comment below saying so.
If there's more than one people interested, I'll make a mini draw.
If there's more than one people interested, I'll make a mini draw.
Linked to:
Homework, The Dedicated House, My Creative Space, Annemarie's Crochet Blog, Today's Creative Blog
-Featured in Homework's Inspiration Board!-
Thank you Carolyn!
-Featured in Homework's Inspiration Board!-
Thank you Carolyn!
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