Real Bride :: Marisa

Posted on | Thursday, May 21, 2009 | 5 Comments

I love everything that comes out of the pretty little head of Marisa Ratliff (formerly Carta... yes, a Mrs. now!!). The logo on the top of this blog... her design! She just always gets it right and has this really refreshing and creative spin to all her work. I was so, so happy to get to know her while working with her throughout last year for pieces for her wedding. I am going to post more pictures on my website from her wedding soon, but for now, checkout all her loveliness with her hubby, Levi, on their big day earlier this year:

I love all these wedding colors. Just perfect and dreamy! Every detail is so well thought out! Marisa's dress was gorgeous, wasn't it? I especially love the bridal party attire. Very unique. Thank you so much, Marisa, for all your help last year! I feel so fortunate to have gotten to know you!!
View more photos HERE
Be sure to visit Marisa's blog HERE.
Photo credits: Jeanne Ciasullo Photography & Makeup

New piece in the Etsy shop :: Softness

Posted on | Wednesday, May 20, 2009 | 2 Comments

Light and airy... soft and whimsical...

Softness

Idanha flower back in stock

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I sold out of Idanha a couple weeks ago, but I just got more fabric today so it's back in stock by popular demand in my online store. It is now available in ivory/white & all white.

For details, go HERE.

Replay...

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I loved watching this video that I spotted on the blog, Unruly Things.

I think I replayed it with Matt several times last night. Can't get enough.

Daily Read - Peony :: Love

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Amanda's reception mini.

I have a quirky, more than slightly off-beat sense of humor... or in other words... I can be a gouf. I often hear from my hubbby, "You are such a gouf". Perhaps that's partly why I thoroughly enjoy the blog Peony :: Love. Through Amanda's blog, I've discovered such great things as Fail Blog (which I then turned Matt onto), F* you Penguin, and my latest favorite find, the Miniature Vampire Killer's kit from pjjammers on Etsy.

Amanda will be getting married soon... end of this month! It is going to be a gorgeous wedding and I've enjoyed reading about the details and planning throughout the year... from a bride with great taste and a quirky sense of humor. Congrats Amanda!! Cannot wait to see the photos!!
pssst.. she'll be wearing a twigs & honey hair piece AND bolero!

From HERE.

Fashion is Poison :: New daily read

Posted on | Tuesday, May 19, 2009 | 1 Comment

I just recently found out about the great blog, Fashion is Poison. Lucrecia has such a fun and fabulous wardrobe... and she also sells some of her gently used items HERE. Like these Marni heels:

Lucrecia in an American Apparel tube dress and wearing the Rise and Shine Twigs & Honey necklace.

I love this outfit and check out those shoes!

Photo credits: Lucrecia

Elizabeth Messina :: Gorgeous photos

Posted on | Monday, May 18, 2009 | 3 Comments

I've been accumulating some stunning photos from Elizabeth Messina for her Lovely Workshop earlier this month. Here is one of my favorites:

Go to her kiss the groom blog to view a pretty, pretty post on twigs & honey. More on her site to come!
Photo credits: Elizabeth Messina

Twigs & Honey Giveaway! :: { casando ideias }: Something new!

Posted on | Friday, May 15, 2009 | 4 Comments

This time the giveaway is on the gorgeous blog: { casando ideias }: Something new!
This piece is being given away to 1 lucky winner:

Good Luck!! Click HERE to enter. At the time of this post, over 100 entries... don't be left out... post a comment on the { casando ideias }: Something new! blog.
Be sure to read her blog too for beautiful inspiration everyday!!

Early bird catches the worm :: Gilt Groupe

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I first heard of Gilt Groupe through the wonderful Angel of Love and Splendor. Remember her super cute Marc by Marc Jacobs dress? Well, it works something like this...
You get invited. You sign up. You enjoy deep discounts on designer brands. Not clearance, last season, or returned goods.... items the designers carry now and that retail at full price at most places. What's the catch? No catch. Convinced yet?
I suppose the one catch is that you have to get on the site at 12pm EST to snatch up the goods before they sell out. Every now and again, I just happen to remember and for the last few months, I usually sign on to their site only to realize I missed everything. You get lucky sometimes! I got a pair of Anlo jeans today that retail for $260... but I snagged a pair in my size for $88. Okay... if you know me personally, you know I troll eBay for deals and normally won't pay more than $20 for designer jeans. This was an atypical splurge for me. Many discounts are even better... Today, I spotted a cute Tibi dress that retails for $465 and sold out at the price of $148. You get the picture.
Next week, sales on designer labels including Emanuel Ungaro, Helmut Lang, Christian Lacroix, and more. I'm holding out for the Banfi Zambrelli sale on Wednesday. I don't know what shoes will be on sale, but I hope one of these:

Photos from: HERE

Also... for everyone you invite, you make $25 to spend on your purchases after their first purchase. Incentives to spread the word.
If you would like to be invited by me, click HERE
OR, send me your email address in the comments. Happy shopping!
Message from Gilt Groupe: "Gilt Groupe provides invitation-only access, to men's and women's coveted fashion and luxury brands at prices up to 70% off retail. Each sale lasts only online for 36 hours and many items sell out quickly, so check it out before it's too late!"

End Design :: More lovely photos from Elizabeth Messina

Posted on | Wednesday, May 13, 2009 | 2 Comments

More photos from Elizabeth Messina's A Lovely Workshop are trickling onto her kiss the groom blog. Today's post dedicated to the talented and eco friendly design company, END DESIGN, is just gorgeous. Click HERE to see for yourself.

Photo credits: Elizabeth Messina
Styling: END DESIGN

Simple and lovely piece added to the Etsy shop

Posted on | Tuesday, May 12, 2009 | 1 Comment

Just a tiny shop update... 1 new piece in my Etsy shop. It's very simple but very pretty. :) Click HERE to view.

Deodara - handmade hair flower

Teaser :: A Lovely Workshop :: Hosted by Elizabeth Messina

Posted on | Monday, May 11, 2009 | 3 Comments

photo from kiss the groom

I just received the first glimpse of what I expect will be a ridiculously stunning collection of photos from the recent photography workshop by Elizabeth Messina, A Lovely Workshop. Brides and creative individuals alike, visit kiss the groom over the next few weeks for more beautiful photos from the workshop, PLUS, a fabulous Twigs & Honey giveaway. The loveliest giveaway piece to date.
Photo credits: Elizabeth Messina

Paperleaf :: Pretty Papers

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Last year, I was so happy to work with the lovely and creative Kate of Paperleaf. If you are looking for whimsical and handcrafted gift tags, cards, or even custom invitations, be sure to visit Paperleaf's online SHOP and Etsy shop.

I really like these gift tags.

This strawberry print is just yummy.

I especially love these custom invitations.
Just lovely!

Unique dresses :: Check out Kate Towers Etsy shop NOW

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I just noticed today that there are a handful of lovely pieces in Kate Towers Etsy shop. If you need something lovely, unique and girly, run over to her shop by clicking HERE. This white dress would be perfect for a bride:

I love the ruffles...

This one is my favorite.

This one is just charming.
Photo credits: Kate Towers

Don't run with scissors!

Posted on | Thursday, May 7, 2009 | 6 Comments

Just a quick note. I stabbed myself. A complete accident and millisecond of unthinking carelessness... I keep my scissors sharp. The tips will cut if you're not careful. Anyhow, I was sitting on the floor getting some odds and ends organized, all while holding my ultra sharp scissors and in an instant, I rolled the side of my knee onto the open blade. How stupid, yes? Stupefied. *disclaimer: don't read more if you are grossed out easily*
I thought, "oh my! what have I done?!" and when I looked at the aftermath, there was an open cavity on the side of my knee about 1/4-1/2 inch deep and about 3/8 inch in diameter (like how specific I can be?). It was like sticking a pencil eraser in soft butter. I could throw birdseed into it... a kernel of corn! I think it was such a quick puncture, that my vessels had not had a chance to respond. I just froze and yelled to my husband, "get the neosporin and the first aid kit" and in a smooth combination of movements, there my hero was to save the day. We patched it up with butterfly wound closures and disinfected everything I touched. For the rest of the evening, I had a sick stomach from the thought of this hole on the side of my knee.

It got me to thinking, I'd better slow down some. I always multitask. And when I walk, I get inpatient from the slowness and usually start running, even around the house... with scissors. I have those movie-like slow motion moments where I think, "I'm running with scissors!" From this day forward, never again! Who knows what could happen?!

Sorry for the long regurgitation! Idle thoughts.. idle thoughts.

More idle thoughts... home security!
On Tuesday night, someone tried to get into our mailbox (that feeds into a slot in the front of our house) and then tried opening the front door rather violently and then rang the doorbell incessantly. When my Matt opened the door, this woman said she lived at our house and then asked if she lived there. She stayed on our porch and didn't know where she was. We had to call the police to have them escort her away.
Matt bought motion activated lights yesterday as a result. We're thinking of outdoor cameras too! Stay safe!

What I'm listening to today...

Posted on | Wednesday, May 6, 2009 | 8 Comments

I like to listen to the same song ALL day long to death when it's a build day. Today it's Linger by the Cranberries:

I miss the Cranberries... Are they still doing anything nowadays? When I was in Jr. High, I thought she was so badass.