2013 saw a surge in tons of pretty gold details. And we all love gold! In 2014, as weddings are starting to be filled with more organic and natural details, shapes and colors, copper is my new favorite thing to design with. The tone of copper is a sophisticated take on the beloved gold.
Want something a little more modern? These copper tidbits are must-haves at your next party!
Registering was one of my favorite things to do when I was getting married. It gave me a chance to take some time to think about what I had, what I wanted to replace and what I needed to complete this newlywed home of ours. I had an assortment of goodies on my list including the best baking gear, some items for a chic bar, and a few things to high kick me into cooking gear.
I wanted to ensure I had products on my list that guests of all price points could afford (because the last thing I wanted was for my guests to feel obligated or burdened by getting us a gift).
So, in putting together my roundup of must-have registry items, I out together a roundup of the best items Williams-Sonoma has to offer under $100 (most of which I own myself!).
I own practically every one of these products., but a few of my utter favorites - Those dish towels (the last forever!), the Bride & Groom cookbook (I've made a bunch of recipes from mine), and the red utensils (by far my favorite spatulas out there.)
Seeing some good stuff and want to create a wedding registry of your own? Visit the Williams-Sonoma Registry Page and click "Create a Registry". And that's it! You'll receive a discount on cooking classes, and 10% off the products you didn't get so you can complete your registry!
When you create a registry, you could win your dream registry. To do so, click on the "Dream Registry Sweepstakes" after you have created your registry. You'll win a $5,000 Williams-Sonoma gift card!
** All content is my own but thanks to William-Sonoma for sponsoring today's post!
Working on some designs for a few 2014 weddings and I'm just loving some of the fun things that can be done with ceremony chairs. Garlands, area favorite of mine right now and I'm so very excited to use these and see how it call comes together.
A month ago I put together a series of shoots at the brand new Gardener Ranch in Carmel Valley. I'm excited to share the photos here soon enough, but in the meantime I wanted to share the inspiration board I created for it.
I'm a huge fan of gold foiling. HUGE fan. So imagine my excitement when one of my favorite paper companies, Dauphine Press, announced their new line of foiled invitations! Now not only can you have amazing design and stunning letterpress, but you can also get a little some extra special on your invitation suite from Dauphine Press!
Below are three of the new designs from Dauphine Press as well as a few details about each design.
This new design is printed on our Luxe Board Duplexing, our thickest paper option, using pink Peony colored paper. The card is printed in Cantaloupe and Tobacco letterpress inks and Tobacco painted edges. The design features the same border elements as the inspiration card - a cross-hatch pattern that is a perfect way to add blocks of color with letterpress printing. The fonts used and oversized card create an overall traditional look.
Paige - New Marinwood Customization
This is a great example of how our custom design process can guide clients to making any type of card. Using our Marinwood photo trifold as inspiration, but changing the motifs, patterns and color palette, even a baby announcement can be easily designed. This baby announcement features three letterpress inks - Nutmeg, Peach and Apricot.
This new design is printed on our Traditional Duplexing in London Fog. The card is printed in Taupe letterpress ink and Blush foil. Using a colored paper stock, colored foil mixed with the letterpress and swapping out the cirlcular frame for a motif with a little more detail than the original creates a completely different look.
I'm super duper in love with today's feature. Brooke Merrill Photography and Randi Marie really rocked these photos, not to mention the couple really brought their A game when it came to modeling for the camera. They really took advantage of two very different scenes, two very different outfits and some incredible lighting.
12 San Francisco blogs. 12 days. 12 giveaways powered by local boutiques and SixDoors. Let's do this!
'Tis the season to shop locally! I've teamed up with 11 bloggers to bring you curated gift collections for everyone on your list using SixDoors. This app that brings the best shops around SF and delivers their goods to you, on the same day! How awesome is that?!
Supporting local artists and shops is always a good idea, and with SixDoors making it so easy, why not?
I've curated a gift set for all the newlyweds on your list. There are several different price-points and tons of great options for both guys and gals!
1. Porcelain Wishbone Hook, Gold - A&G Merch SF / 2. San Francisco Skyline Wood Routed 6x12 Wall Hanging - Local Take / 3. Clear Timber Table - A&G Merch SF / 4. Walnut Serving Board - Half Hitched Goods / 5. Liene Geo Napkins - Park and Pond / 6. AT-LP120-USB Turntable w/Pre-Amp - DijitalFix / 7. Rustic Wood Shelf, Medium - A&G Merch SF / 8. Torito Wood and Leather Stool - Whistle / 9. Table Lamp, Glass Dome - A&G Merch SF
This entire gift set is available for same-day delivery anywhere in San Francisco - just download the SixDoors app and head to “The Holiday Shop” tab, where you’ll also find 11 other hand-picked gift ideas from fellow local bloggers.
In support of #ShopLocalSF, I’m giving away a $100 credit towards this gift set, or any items you desire available for purchase and same-day delivery in San Francisco!
Enter to win here:
Enter to win a $100 shopping credit, good at dozens of San Francisco boutiques, on SixDoors: the app that delivers the best of every San Francisco neighborhood to your front door---fast.
Beginning on November 29, and through December 16th, head to a different SF blog each day to win more and discover great boutiques and gift ideas around the city:
Day 1 - GIFTS TO PAMPER A FRIEND: Visit Victoria of SF Girl By Bay on Friday, 11/29 to find perfect gifts for pampering.
Day 2 - GIFTS FOR THE TRENDSETTER: Visit Kelli of Leopard and Lavender on Monday, 12/2 to find stylish, of-the-moment gift ideas.
Day 3 - GIFTS FOR CITY KIDS: Visit Kate of Style Smaller on Tuesday, 12/3 to discover picks for the little ones in your life.
Day 4 - GIFTS FOR THE NEWLYWEDS: Visit Allison of Engaged and Inspired on Wednesday, 12/4 to find gift ideas for your favorite new couple.
Day 5 - HANDMADE GIFTS: Visit Natalie of Coquette on Thursday, 12/5 to find items made lovingly by hand.
Day 6 - GIFTS FOR SAVVY HOSTESS: Visit Melissa of Savvy in San Francisco on Friday, 12/6 to find gems for your favorite in-the-know gal pal.
Day 7 - HOSTESS GIFTS WITH A TWIST: Visit Paul of Urbanite Suburbanite on Monday, 12/9 to find a little something unique for your holiday hostess.
Day 8 - GIFTS FOR THE FOLKSY FOODIE: Visit Ana of Fluxi on Tour on Tuesday, 12/10 for yummy, giftable treats.
Day 9 - GIFTS FOR STYLE SAVVY FAMILIES: Visit Janette of Fashion Loves People on Wednesday, 12/11 for unique gifts for parents and kids.
Day 10 - GIFTS FOR THE FRENCHIE FOODIE: Visit Andi of Misadventures with Andi on Thursday, 12/12 to find great gifts for the Francophile in your life.
Day 11 - GIFTS FOR THE STYLISH GOURMAND: Visit Marcia and Tablehopper’s The Sugar Mama on Friday, 12/13 to find great gifts for your favorite foodie.
Day 12 - Visit Adelle of Fashionista Lab on Monday, 12/16 to find high style items for you or your favorite fashionista.
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Enter each giveaway throughout November and December, and discover some amazing, San Francisco based blogs and shops this holiday season! Check out all of our hand-picked gift sets and #ShopLocalSF by downloading the SixDoors app.
I just love everything there is to love about this engagement shoot. Brooke Courtney Photography shot this to perfection. The couple, the colors. I'm just all around obsessed!
Photographer: Brooke Courtney Photography
Here we go! The Lab Event is back and better than ever. The next event will be held in San Francisco at the Ferry Building. And we have worked hard to put together the best vendor lineup to date.
And guess what. Tickets are on sale! That's right. Get tickets to the best bridal experience of the year for only $35 each. Just use code CYBERWEEKEND. This is the time to get a deal on the best bridal fair in Northern California! Go For It!
Below is a glimpse of one of the 6 spaces that a team of vendors put together. Not only is this event a great opportunity to find your vendors, you will also leave with tons of inspiration brought to you by the best vendors in the area. No more booths and business cards. This event is all about inspiration!
I'm in venue heaven right now. Seriously, Sodo Park has got to be one of the most awesome venues I've featured to date! Photographers Angela & Evan rocked it with the photography and the bride and groom created one heck of a wedding day!
Venue & Catering: Sodo Park
Photographer: Angela & Evan
Coordinator: Manette Gracie
Officiate: Annemarie Juhlian
Videographer: Cabfare Productions
DJ: Seattle Parties
Speciality Linens: Express Linens
Florist: Geneva Diane Designs
Bakery: The People’s Cake
