I’m a huge, huge fan of the color green. So for this board I thought I’d focus on green textures: ferns, leaves, limes, succulents and so on. Greenery can also be used as an alternative to floral centerpieces which can be great for the budget and is eco-friendly.

Description: contemporary greenery, texture

Column from left to right, top to bottom: {Column 1} 1. Ryan Phillips 2. Paulette Macarons 3. Vallentyne Photography 4. Gentl & Hyers {Column 2} 1. Anna Williams 2. Vallentyne Photographer 3. Elizabeth Messina {Column 3} 1. Gemma Comas 2. Tina Rupp

Our next guest blogger is the lovely Darci:

Hello!  I am so happy to be contributing to the blog here at Santa Barbara Wedding Chic.  My regular blog is With This Ring, where I post ideas for making your wedding unique and other daily inspiration.  Thanks for allowing me to be here Kelly, and I hope all of you enjoy the post!

Considering the state of the economy these days, having an eco friendly wedding can be beneficial for both the environment and your budget.  This wedding from Brides is a perfect example of ways to both cut costs while recycling things you might already own or can get for a deep discount:

The multicolored vases on the table are all recycled glass.  To accomplish something similar, you could either collect vases from friends and family (or from your own collection) or search ebay and local flea markets for used vases within your budget.  The favors are individual pots full of moss, which you can buy in sheets for a very low price at your local nursery.  Plus, they are something that your guests can keep to be reminded of your wedding day!