Finished Entry Way

Hi all! I am back to share with you my finished entry way. I've been busy trying to get this little wall completed for a few weekends now and finally got around to doing it! I'm really happy with the way it came out.


The last piece to the puzzle is getting a rug. I have a few that I have my eye on, but I'm not ready to commit just yet. I am enjoying looking at my beautiful hardwood floors for a change though...so maybe the rug will wait a bit longer! Here is the one I'm drooling over, but oh that darn price tag!!!! Sigh.

Part of my excitement is the fact that I didn't spend very much at all on this project. Here is a list of my resources...

Wallpaper - Home Depot ($50)
Console Table - CraigsList ($20, formerly brass)
Lamp - Estate Sale ($20)
Mirror - Home Goods ($60)
Hello - Earth In Print Etsy shop
Jonathan Adler bowl, candle stands, vase, design books - already owned!

My new entry way has inspired me to make a new wreath for my front door. Time to mix it up a bit. Check out this post here to see some of my other (and current) wreaths. Hope you all are having a great week!

Unique Ceremony Backdrops

I have to say, I love when I meet an unconvential bride who is willing to step outside the box. I love doing things a bit different. Long gone are the days of simple arches adorned with flowers. Now people are really putting some personality and some major style into their ceremonies.

I am a firm believer that any little creative touches will leave your guests feeling like they know you better. Plus, if you have a good photographer, they are going to catch all these details and your pictures will end up looking like art. SO much eye candy here...

Images courtesy of 1) & 2) Jesi Haack Designs 3) & 4) Once Wed 5) Pinterest 6) & 7) 100 Layer Cake 8) Jesi Haack Designs 9) The Bride's Cafe 10) Ruffled 11) Style Me Pretty 12) Ready Made 13) 100 Layer Cake 14) GreenWedding Shoes 15) This Modern Romance 16) Shop Ruche 17) Style Me Pretty 18) 100 Layer Cake

Don't you just love how all the pictures are so colorful and interesting? Which ones are your favorite? If you are already married, and you could do it all over again tomorrow, which backrop would you pick?

Pinterest

I'm so excited to finally have my Pinterest account set up! If you want to see any of my pin boards or follow me, check me out here! I've already been busy pinning away! Sorry for the spacing issues in this post...blogger is so annoying sometimes! :)

I'm so excited to let you know that the re-design of Daisy Dreaming is almost complete! I can't wait to unveil the new design!

Today I leave you with a few pictures from this lovely wedding posted on 100 Layer Cake. To check out all the wedding pictures, click here. I cannot get enough of the creative use of ribbon in this wedding!

Have a happy Memorial Weekend!

hints...

The theme has been decided and the plans are well underway. Yes, some might think I'm crazy to be planning my daughter's 1st birthday so early (she's 9 months old). I honestly think I started planning her party when she was in utero! But, there is a method to my madness!

I'm really excited to share with you details of her party in the coming months. Here are some clues to the theme...see if you can figure it out!

I was chomping at the bit to make my first purchase from Shop Sweet Lulu. I think I could've bought everything, but I had to control myself.


So, what do you think? Have you figured out Drew's birthday theme???

A few updates around the house

Happy Tuesday! I was able to do some painting this weekend....that means the kids took a long afternoon nap! Here is the new one I did in my living room. Nothing too fancy, just love the color combo. I was so excited to get all my dining room chairs back from the upholsterer over the weekend. Here are my $20 Craigs List chairs transformed. I love them!

Here is a good before picture of these chairs:

Here's Pemberly quickly breaking in the new chair. I have since had to cover all the new chairs with towels and blankets to keep these cats off!

More pictures coming soon as my dining room is almost complete! Yippeee!

Rachel & Mike's Wedding

Rachel and Mike got married on a beautiful day is sunny La Jolla. They were married at Mary Star of the Sea. Rachel was so sweet and a dream bride. They were having a very intimate, small reception and decided to do the flowers themselves, but really wanted special bouquets. I love when a bride can recognize that your bouquets really can enhance your wedding pictures.

We wanted a whimsical, fun bouquet that went well with Rachel's gorgeous dress. We used white roses, gardenia, lisianthus, and a hybrid baby's breath that went beautifully with the lace in her dress. We accented the bouquet with an antique broach to tie in her sash. Lastly, we used a few of these delicate white feathers to coordinate with her bridesmaid's, but made sure it didn't over-power her bouquet. I was so happy with the finished product...what do you think?


How stinkin' adorable are these bridesmaid's dresses? I love the color and the neck-tie. These bouquets consisted just of white lisanthus and the same white feathers we used in Rachel's bouquet. They were literally, light as a feather! Enjoy the wedding...

All pictures are courtesy of the very talented Suzanne Hansen of She Wanders photography. Check out her work and blog here.

Hope everyone enjoyed this wedding as much as I did! If you have any need for florals for your wedding or event, email me kelsey@daisiesofourlives.com

BHLDN Love

I'm pretty sure I just died and went to heaven. BHLDN is Anthropologie's bridal line and they just came out with party supplies today on their website. There are so many great pieces on their site, it was hard for me to narrow down my favorites!

I am SO loving this dress. My husband and I recently celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary...man, that would've been a great excuse to throw an anniversary party and get myself this beauty!!!

This is a bouquet made of paper. I can't imagine how much time it took to make, but that sounds like a fun project...hmmmm, the wheels are spinning....Drew's table with the felt tea set could use a centerpiece....

There is a growing trend for guys not to wear flowers as boutonierres. This one might be a little too frilly for some grooms, but I love this trend.

I recognized these cuties immediately. I have been a long-time follower of Ann Wood. She always sells out of her little birdies. Check out her website when you get a chance...I think Drew needs the Buttercup Girl for her room. If you're having a more whimsical wedding, these two would be adorable on top of your cake.

I'm dying over these notecards. I think I must have them...immediatley.

Where were these 6 years ago????

Chalkboards are all the craze still...in interior design (mostly children's rooms) and definitely for parties and weddings. I really like the shape of these and the fact that you can hang them like gift tags...brilliant!

Glitter numbers? So fun. It would be really cute to make a banner of your wedding date hanging on church doors, aisle, or anywhere at the ceremony. It would also be really unique to have your child's birthdate hanging in their room. Too bad they don't have a dash!!! They also have glitter alphabet.
I don't think I'll ever get tired of garlands. The dot garland is so fun. The pennants are made of velum, which are very light-weight and semi-translucent. Both come in a few different colors.
I am just now getting into the tape craze. I love these black/white/silver combos. Check out Happy Tape too...so many to choose from. I haven't bought any yet because I'm afraid it will be like my favorite candle...It's just too pretty to burn it. Does anyone else do that? But, I know I'm going to use some for Drew's party...just haven't decided which one I want just yet.

This is thick twine. I love this color combination. Baker's twine (they also sell) is big right now for parties, but these are thicker and could be more useful for wedding decor. I could see these twisted around a glass vase or used to hang vases. They also come in several color schemes.

all images courtesy of BHLDN

Wow, one could go broke very quickly, right?!?! Check out BHLDN's full line of gowns, shoes, jewelry, and party decorating on their site. Maybe you'll find a perfect piece for your next event!
Let me know what items are your favorite!!!