Mint green or pastel green is a huge Spring 2012 trend at the moment! We started thinking about how this trend fits in with the crochet/Bohemian look, and then we spotted a hammock from Anthropologie that completely inspired this inspiration board. It’s a little bit of vintage, a little bit of handcrafted/DIY, and a little bit of beach elegance. This theme works for summer weddings, both near the beach or in a land-locked location! With a little bit of imagination, and elbow grease, you really can turn any room into an exotic getaway.
The hammock just oozes “relax, you’re on vacation!” We think hanging the wind chime over your sweetheart table would be so darling, and having the photo of a surfer with table name is a great addition to your guests’ centerpieces.
{Hammock, Frames, Wind Chime, Photo, Pillow, Lights, Surfer Frame, Crochet, Save the Date, Succulents}
Half the week is over and we couldn’t be more excited! To celebrate we’re suggesting easy recipes to make an apricot champagne sangria to drink with prosciutto stuffed mushrooms! (Ah.. so yummy!) Since prosciutto is an Italian based cut of meat, we figured, “Why not enjoy it with some homemade sangria?” We found a great prosciutto-stuffed mushroom appetizer from Food Network and a very easy apricot champagne sangria recipe for you to make in your own kitchen. Have a great hump day happy hour!
Prosciutto-Stuffed Mushroom
Ingredients
3 (8-ounce) packages fresh baby bella mushrooms, wiped clean
2 tablespoons butter
1 (5-ounce) package prosciutto, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Remove the stems from the mushrooms. Finely chop enough mushroom stems to equal 1/3 cup. Discard the remaining mushroom stems.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the prosciutto, chives, and chopped mushroom stems. Cook, stirring frequently, until the prosciutto is crisp and the stems are tender, about 6 minutes. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cream cheese, mustard, lemon zest, tarragon, and pepper, stirring until the mixture is combined. Remove from the heat.
Spoon the cream cheese mixture evenly into the mushroom caps; place on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
Cook’s Note: Mushrooms can be stuffed 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
Apricot Champagne Sangria
Ingredients to make it:
One bottle of your favourite kind of well-chilled Champagne
Two apricots, with the pits removed and all sliced up into pieces
One ounce of apricot brandy
One quarter of a cup of white sugar
Apricot Sangria
Putting it all together:
Pour the chilled champagne into a pitcher, and then add in the diced up apricots, apricot brandy, and the quarter cup of white sugar. Mix well and serve it immediately so the champagne doesn’t lose its fizz factor. It can be served over lots of crushed ice to make it even colder!
Thanks to Food Network and Mulled Wine Recipe for the ideas and instructions!
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Thanks to Pinterest, we were able to find this super cute paper chandelier that’s do-it-yourself friendly! Pinterest led us to Heartland Paper’s site where we learned how to create this butterfly chandelier. We think this would be a great piece to add above a candy buffet table or guest sign-in table at your wedding or social event to up the “wow factor!” An important belief we have about events and weddings–if you’re going to do it, do it big! Just adding this diy paper chandelier will give your event a whimsical touch that will stand out in your guests’ minds. To find out how to create your own, we’ll supply the materials below and where to find instructions.
From Heartland Paper’s site:
Butterfly punch, die-cut or Silhouette Digital Craft Cutter for cutting images (We used the Silhouette to cut a 2 ½” butterfly.)- this is also a QuicKutz die that can be used in your Revolution or Cuttlebug.
Paper in desired colors- you will need enough paper to cut 136 images (we used white cardstock and clear vellum for our butterflies)
14” metal ring- you can use a metal wreath base or even a large embroidery hoop
15-20 yards of coordinating ribbon for tying around base
Fishing Line
Sturdy wire for cross hairs of chandelier
Glue Dots
Scissors
Tulle for hanging the chandelier from ceiling
For the instructions, please visit Handmade Chandelier at Heartland Papers site.
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Don’t forget your bridesmaid(s)! These ladies are taking the time out to accompany you on your special day–from confirming your beauty at dress fittings to listening to your meltdowns over menu snafus. We have some DIY-budget friendly and designer gift ideas on how to say “thank you for being my bridesmaid” and make sure your friendship stays intact after your day haha 
{Survival Kit, Clutch, Mason Jars, Canvas, Parasol, Bangles}
The Knot offers a “Bridesmaid’s Survival Kit” that makes sure all last-minute emergencies are handled with ease and preparation. When we were searching for clutches online, we came across this showstopping feather clutch that could be an amazing bridesmaid’s gift or a bridal clutch to compliment your wedding gown.
For the more DIY/ budget-conscious bride, the doily covered mason jars are an adorable and personal gift anyone would appreciate! You can use them as candle holders or fill them with a delicious treat, even put some thank you notes and photos in them. The personalized button canvas is personal, easy to make or order via etsy, and who doesn’t love more home decor items? Another personalized bridesmaid’s gift is a monogram parasol with the first letter of each bridesmaid’s name on them.
No budget? Awesome, then your bridesmaid’s will adore these Nordstrom exclusive Alexis Bittar ‘Miss Havisham’ Encrusted Skinny Bangles! They come in different colors like gunmetal and rose gold, and are priced at $195.00 each.
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Do you love daily deals sites like Groupon and LivingSocial? Well, believe it or not, there’s one for us wedding fanatics as well! Dress Rush, which was recently acquired by Tailored.co, is a daily deals website offering discounted specials (anywhere between 50-70% off) on wedding dresses, veils, jewelry, invitations, honeymoon destinations, and everything a budget-savvy bride would need. There’s no cost to sign up and see the deals, just provide an email address. We love the idea of discounted deals tailored to brides, and getting the most out of our money. Just the other day there was a special for a gorgeous maroon Mother-of-the-Bride gown, if that gives you any idea on the products DressRush offers to members.
Nahid Farhoud founder and owner of Wedding Elegance by Nahid is internationally recognized for combining passion for design and décor with her extensive knowledge of different cultures, to create wedding events that are unique, festive and memorable.
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