For the seating tags, I bought paper at Michaels and used a 1.5″ circle punch. I then punched a hole in the top of the circle so we could thread twine through the top tag so we could tie it around the mini succulent.

The bride loved succulents (as do I!) and so I suggested we use mini succulents potted in aged terracotta to function as both the place card and as guest favors.

I found mini succulents at Seaside Gardens. Mini terracotta pots were purchased in downtown LA.

The Wednesday before we transplanted all 200 plants into aged terracotta pots (the pots were dipped in yogurt about a month before the wedding).

We used about 10 different types. If you do transplant, make sure to water them three times that first day and then once every following day. It sounds like a lot of water for succulents, but they need it when they’re this small.

Top photo via Martha Stewart Weddings

Since the wedding was featuring one 80′ foot long table and one 56′ long table, I suggested doing a map of the table setup so guests could find their seats easily.

I bought a piece of pre-sanded plywood, 6′ x 3′, along with primer and chalkboard paint from Home Depot.

I applied two coats of white primer to the wood.

And then followed it up with two coats of the chalkboard paint (I’m thinking I need to make a board like this for my office…)

Stay tuned for a real wedding I designed and coordinated for a lovely couple which will be up soon on Snippet & Ink. But first up, a series of posts with a behind the scenes look at all the handmade details I created for this lovely at-home wedding. Enjoy!

Photo by Harper Smith Photography.

Brides.com just posted a lovely article featuring ideas for summer weddings and they used my seashell wreath for the story! You can check out the full feature here. Enjoy!

Photo by Katie Moos.

I love these flirty little shoes by Renee Caovilla. They remind of the 40’s and Marlene Dietrich. Avaliable here.

I love a pretty lake, and a love the idea of a wedding inspired by this setting, but not taken to literally. I imagine this wedding with soft mint blue touches and a very casual, but elegant vibe throughout.

Description: Lakeside, picnic, soft blue, summer

Images from left to right, top to bottom: {Row 1} 1. Kate French 2. Frances Janisch 3. Liz Banfield 4. Laura Novak {Row 2} 1. Leo Patrone 2. Lessa O’Reilly 3. Bella Figura 4. Jose Villa {Row 3} 1. Frédéric Lagrange 2. Trine Thorsen 3. Janne Peters

So I can style it like this.

Or like this. I love the different patterns and the white clapboard.

A collection of pretty silver and glass would be so chic.

Yellow ranunculus and an antique mirror would be so simple and pretty.

Images from top: 1. Jo Tyler 2. Lucas Allen 3. Polly Wreford 4. Richard Powers

I’m in love with these photos Johnny Miller did for Kate Spade. How fabulous is the orange and purple together?

I love the use of mixed media for these collages.

Johnny has also shot for Martha Stewart (good things anyone?) Go check out his site now, there is oodles of eye candy to be had!

I love Karen Mordechai’s photography and now she’s started a food blog called Sunday Suppers.

Pretty food…

Lovely flowers…

Simple and stunning tabletop design, yes please!

I love the English countryside, and when I found the photo of the two gentlemen with the horse by James Merrell, I thought this photo would serve as the perfect inspiration. I picture this wedding full of genteel touches: cups of tea, a maze to entertain the children, and a perfect pint for guests to enjoy.

Description: English countryside, touches of gold, grass green

Images from top to bottom, left to right: {Row 1} 1. Anna Kuperberg 2. Richard Powers {Row 2} 1. Frederic Lagrange 2. Tim Evan-Cook 3. James Merrell 4. via Hannas Form {Row 3} 1. Wendell T. Webber 2. Miki Duisterhof 3. Delesie

PS For some reason, images weren’t showing up in google reader, but that issue has been fixed. So go ahead and add me to your reader!

I’m in love with these works of art by Essimar made with chalk.

The texture, colors, and simple design are just so pretty.

I love the gritty texture of this shot. You can check out the full set here.

I just love the look of an organic grouping of garden flowers.

The look is so pretty, homey, and not overly styled.

Plus, you can use potted flowers which is great for the budget and is a nice green option for decor.

Best of all, they can be used as a back drop for a ceremony, like with these flowers above.

See what I mean?

Images from top: 1. Nato Welton 2. Anders Gramer 3. Paul Barbara 4. & 5. Photo by Ashley Garmon via Once Wed

Since I got so many comments on the cherry blossom post I decided to base today’s board on the photo by Polly Wreford in the upper left corner. I picture this wedding taking place under the cherry blossom trees with refreshing pink lemonade for guests to sip on and the most adorable flower girls.

Description: cherry blossoms, rose petals, taupe, spring wedding

Images from top to bottom, left to right: {Row 1} 1. Polly Wreford 2. Kate Mathis 3. Gemma Comas {Row 2} 1.Gemma Comas 2. via Martha Stewart 3. Shelley Kroeger 4. James Carriére {Row 3} 1. Hello Lucky 2. Lessa O’Reilly 3. via Martha Stewart 4. via Martha Stewart

I love the scallop detail on this shoe. By Office.