Two big reasons behind the handmade nature of our wedding were the desire to express ourselves precisely, and having a small budget. The table decorations we pulled together show both of these:
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I spy nautical stars again |
The flowers, as you know, were handmade from paper. The vase was a coffee tin covered with punchinella (look out very soon for a video tutorial on using punchinella); the candle holder was a jar that once held gherkins. I designed the labels on the jar and candle myself.
We kept it simple and understated - just us. No frilly froofiness, no swan-shaped napkins, no bows on backs of chairs. There were a couple of other things that formed the table centrepieces - a quiz, again completely designed by me to look like a old diner menu, and the evening programme:
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I totally love that microphone image |
Once again those beautiful swallows made an appearance. I am planning something else for these swallows, something that I hope will happen this year.... to be continued....
Gorgeous and perfect art, Cheryl!! I LOVE simple wedding too, because I believe it's more satisfying :) I'm sure yours is :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea to cover the coffee tins with punchinella! The tables looked great, it all worked together beautifully.
ReplyDeleteLooks fantastic! LOOOVE the program design! Now bows on the chair backs- I wish you were my friend back in 2008- you would have steered me in the right direction. ;)
ReplyDeleteI think it's wonderful to express your own style, especially on yr wedding day. Three cheers !!
ReplyDeletebeautiful touches Cheryl - but I want to see more photos of you!!!
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