Photos: Edyta Szyszlo Photography, LLC

A couple weeks ago not only was I spring cleaning, but I had to create a little centerpiece for the ’secret project’ I’m working on…which means I had a mini photo shoot! Two things were decided: I wanted to incorporate birch (because I’m just in love with it) and wanted to spruce up a simple vase. BAM! I came up with birch sleeved vases with diy brooches, fabric flowers and ribbon bouts aka the all-in-one ‘vase boutonniere’! (more…)

Photos: Edyta Szyszlo Photography

Whew!!!  Where am I, who am I and what time is it?!?!  Flew back home to San Francisco yesterday and it’s been nonstop catch up today. I’ve barely showered! What a BLAST this past weekend was, and I can’t express enough how adorable all the Indie Wed vendors where! Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to see everyone’s booth or meet them for that matter….guess that’s what happens when you have over 1000 people walk through. Anyone else feel like a chicken with their head cut off? Wish I could have taken more photos of the whole event, but I didn’t even use the restroom that day…you get my point :) Btw, feel free to link your photos in the comments!  (more…)

Photos: Edyta Szyszlo Photography

Rain, rain and more rain! I have to admit, it’s been kind of nice sipping on a cup of tea and prepping my crafts for my Indie Wed booth decor. Can’t believe I fly out to Chicago next week! Today, I’m sharing a little sneak teaser of the diy photo garland that I will have on display. Hopefully, my booth inspires brides with all types of budgets and gives meaningful, eco-friendly ideas for their wedding decor! My Deshie sure loves ribbon… (more…)

Photo courtesy of Twig & Thistle

ADORABLE! Not only are the images oh-so cute but Kathleen’s design is spot-on. I loved these bags last year and still do this year ;) Head over to her link here to download the goodies (too bad the brownies aren’t included)! Don’t worry she’ll also tell ya where to purchase the bags!

Photos courtesy of Martha Stewart Weddings

I’m a huge fan of Martha Stewart’s ‘Good Things’…so simple, achievable and adorable! So come visit here to see their classic favorite good things from the past 15 years! Um, yes please to guests-type-their-best-wishes-and-congrats-at-a-vintage-typewriter-that-you-later-turn-into-your-guestbook.

Photo: Edyta Szyszlo Photography

Hello all! I know I know, I’ve been slacking on the blog. Let’s just say it’s album design time flavored with new year business evaluation and topped with taking things easy before the next photo season gets crazy! But without giving too much away, I wanted to show you some of my Indie Wed booth details! As you know, I’ll be flying back to Chicago to partake in a fantastic bridal market on Jan. 30th. I have the fine ladies at Dilly Lily helping me out with my booth design as well. I’m going for a charming, rustic, flea-market theme to match my current and revised photography style – do you likie? Come visit me and my Smitten Sticks photo booth! First 50 at my booth get an instant photo!

ps – inexpensive tablecloth fabric purchased at Fabrix, you must go! Reindeer moss purchased at my new fav floral shop in SF called Fleur*t.

Photos: Edyta Szyszlo Photography

Call it an Xmas present to myself! How was everyone’s holiday? I need a holiday from the holidays, yay for NYE! While out shopping for marketing crafts, I saw these adorable lights hanging from a store called New Asian Style in San Francisco’s Fillmore District. Fell.in.love. I bought the multi-colored strand for $20 but they had many monochromatic shades as well. Wouldn’t these be fantastic for a wedding reception, party or outdoor decor?! Then…. (more…)

Photo courtesy of Dessy

Genius idea from the Dessy Group (dresses & accessories) and the Wedding Chicks! Create wedding style boards with your favorite Pantone colors and inspirational images! Love gray and lavender? Chose your colors then all the details that create the gray and lavender look you want for your wedding…all in one place! Super fun, so start here! ps – you might see some of my images as inspirational ones :)

Photo courtesy of Made via Say Yes To Hoboken

Safe to say the outrageous trend of 2009 and continuing on is….DIY! And what a better way to spend some quality time with friends and family…crafting!! My friend, Modern Kids, introduced me to my new fav SF based blog Say Yes to Hoboken, and I hope to be her friend too :) Now start those diy sweater stockings now!!