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This + That // A Pop Of Red

February 14, 2017

Katie Parra Photography via Southbound Bride // Michael & Carina Photography via Style Me Pretty

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Will You Be My Bridesmaid Valentine’s Cards

February 8, 2017

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner I decided to whip up a quick and simple DIY for the holiday! You can easily make these Valentine’s cards for your bridesmaids in under 10 minutes. Bring back the joy of school days with these Valentine’s cards featuring kitschy plastic rhinestone rings from Oriental Trading!Supplies:
Rhinestone Rings
Washi Tape
Pink Cardstock Assortment
Hole Punch
Paper Cutter
First you will need to create a Valentine’s card. Then simply print out the design onto your pink cardstock. Cut out the cards using a paper cutter so you have perfectly straight sides. Place your hole punch right below the “m” in gem and punch two holes. One right below the other in a straight line. Next take a rhinestone ring and carefully punch it through the two holes. Use a piece of washi tape to secure your rhinestone ring on the backside of your card. That’s it! Maybe the easiest Will You Be My Bridesmaids cards ever!


Get all the supplies you need below!

Photography + Styling: Gillian Ellis Photography

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Happy Weekend // Around The Web

January 27, 2017

Happy weekend friends!

This Melbourne wedding took the greenery trend to a new level.
The perfect recipe for Valentine’s Day!
If you’re looking for Valentine’s inspiration don’t miss our styled shoot from last year.
My favorite bag is back in stock!
The cutest will you be my bridesmaid gift idea!
There are several gorgeous bridesmaids dresses on sale at BHLDN right now including this favorite!

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Valentine’s Wedding Styled Shoot

February 14, 2016

Happy Valentine’s Day! I just had to pop in on this Sunday to share this lovely Valentine’s wedding inspired shoot with you. I created this Valentine’s wedding styled shoot as a party for The Charleston Blog Society. I just love Valentine’s Day and all of the girly colors and details this holiday entails. I wanted to create a Valentine’s party that was fun, girly, and most of all something the bloggers hadn’t seen before. There’s nothing like creating a beautiful room for a styled shoot and then getting to enjoy all of the decor after! If you’re looking for more Valentine’s inspiration make sure to see our DIY conversation heart makeup bags here!Valentine's Wedding Valentine's Wedding Valentine's Wedding Valentine's Wedding Valentine's WeddingThe Gadsden House provided the ideal backdrop for this Valentine’s wedding inspiration. With it’s French blue walls and gold accents, it is one of the most elegant spaces in Charleston. The Silver Starfish made all of my heart shaped dreams come true with a paper suite that was to die for! With watercolor pink and orange swirls, heart shaped paper and modern calligraphy, the stationery suite they created would be perfect for a wedding or bridal brunch.Valentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingA rustic farm table and gold flatware from EventHaus were the perfect compliment to the space. I decorated the table with ombre roses and a DIY XOXO table runner I created using white paint and kraft paper. By keeping the florals simple and sticking to just roses the other decor elements could really shine. Swank Desserts, One Hope Wine and, The Cocktail Bandits provided red and pink snacks and sips for the bloggers to enjoy. Follow along with our hashtag to view even more images from our event – #bemineblogger!Valentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentines_Wedding_022Valentines_Wedding_023Valentines_Wedding_024Valentines_Wedding_025Valentines_Wedding_026Valentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's WeddingValentine's Wedding


Photography + Styling + Florals: Gillian Ellis Photography // Venue: The Gadsden House // Rentals: EventHaus // Desserts: Swank Desserts // Paper Goods: The Silver Starfish // Speaker: Kathryn Budig // Bubbly: One Hope Wine + The Cocktail Bandits // Table Runner: DIY by Gillian Ellis Special thanks to Cayleigh Hopkins for all of her help!

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Tagged: galentine's day party ideas, valentine's day styled shoot, Valentine's Wedding Ideas, valentines day wedding, xoxo table runner diy

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

February 12, 2016

Happy weekend lovelies! I hope you all have wonderful plans for this Valentine’s weekend! I have a very special surprise post going up this Sunday for the holiday. So make sure you check back here and if you visit my instagram you might just notice a sneak peek. Enjoy your weekend!

The sweetest blush pink anniversary session.
Date ideas for Valentine’s day from newlyweds.
Rose Macaroons – they make it look so easy!
In case you missed it – bloggers dream dates + last minute Valentine’s gifts
6 DIY’s to whip up before the big day Sunday.
Adorable outfit inspiration for this love-filled weekend.
A song for your weekend.

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Pick of the Week // Last Minute Valentine’s Gifts

February 11, 2016

disclosureValentine’s Day is only three days away but that doesn’t mean you don’t have time to scoop up a last minute gift! Below are 5 fun items we have our eye on! (psst… just click on the image to visit the shop!)il_570xN.900273990_45dzil_570xN.723395624_rqutil_570xN.563949067_i6k7il_570xN.511707007_akypil_570xN.835233970_afo5


XO Balloons: ChrissyBPartyShop // Talking Loves // oingeshop // TeaAndBecky // Kapelika

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Pick of The Week // Valentine’s Cards

February 4, 2016

disclosureI came across these funny Valentine’s Day cards and just had to share! Emily McDowell Studio offers cards for everyone in your life from friends, to maybe boyfriends, to husbands. il_570xN.898854027_rp4kil_570xN.550113648_d1onil_570xN.471979005_gp6e


Cards: Emily McDowell Studio

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Five Minute Valentine’s Party Poppers

January 20, 2016

disclosure This year celebrate Valentine’s Day with a pop! Today’s DIY is so simple you can literally make it in 5 minutes. I swear. These party poppers are so cute and would be the perfect party favors for a galantines day dinner or a fun surprise for your sweetie. Read on below to learn how to make these five minute party poppers!Valentines_Party_Poppers_001To make these five minute party poppers you will need:
Colored Paper –
Toilet Paper Rolls – For one popper you need two rolls so plan accordingly.
Tissue Paper
Bakers Twine
Tape
Scissors
Confetti, chocolate and any fun goody items you want to add! Valentines_Party_Poppers_002 Valentines_Party_Poppers_003 Begin by taping two rolls of toilet paper together, end to end. You want the seal to be tight enough that the rolls will hold but not too tight so that you can still rip them apart later. Valentines_Party_Poppers_004 Next take a piece of paper and wrap it around the taped rolls. Leave extra paper on the ends so that you can tie them off later on. Secure the paper with tape. Before you secure the ends of your party popper you will need to fill the inside. Fill your party popper with fun surprise items you know your intended will love. Confetti, chocolate and mini heart balloons are all great choices for Valentine’s Day! Valentines_Party_Poppers_006 Finish your party popper by tying off the ends with bakers twine and adding a mini gift tag. Valentines_Party_Poppers_007 Valentines_Party_Poppers_008 Give these poppers to your friends or tuck a sweet note inside for your loved one. Watch their surprise as they pull these poppers apart, they will not only appreciate the sweet gift but the personal touch it took to make it! Valentines_Party_Poppers_009


Photography + Styling: Gillian Ellis Photography // Supplies: Tissue Paper // Bakers Twine // Tape // Scissors // Confetti // Chocolate

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Something Short And Sweet About Love Take Two

February 9, 2015

Last year I came up with the idea of asking some wedding professionals and brides for their words of wisdom on love. Since the post was so popular I have decided to make it an annual tradition! Read on to hear some of your favorite wedding pro’s sweet remarks on love and don’t forget to read last years post here! Vday_001 Vday_002
“Love is more than just a word. It’s a part of everything you do, how you treat each other, the little things you do throughout the day, and the time you spend together. It’s the glue that keeps you together during the tough times, and the sugar on top during the good times.” Kathleen & Joe Atkins, JoPhotos Vday_003Vday_004
“Love is sticking by your partner’s side not only in the great times, but the rough ones too.” Alexandra Caldwell Fisher, A Caldwell Events Vday_006
“You don’t have to compromise for true love. The real thing gives you more than you even knew you wanted. It is truly a gift that keeps on giving – one that you should be celebrated…fiercely and often!” LaBruce Trammell, The Big Fake Wedding Vday_007
“The perfect lover knows the difference between the nights when you need to get dressed up, taken out and told you’re beautiful a million times and when you just need a no-makeup Netflix + cuddle marathon with a side of junk food.” Arielle Stratton, Party Love Birds Vday_008


Images Top to Bottom: Shoes via Elizabeth Messina // Bouquet: Tracy Enoch Photography via Elizabeth Anne Designs // xoxo Flag: Katie Parra Photography via Style Me Pretty // Heart Pastries: Rustic White Photography via Style Me Pretty // Cake Table: Aly Carroll Photography via 100 Layer Cake // Cookies: Haley Sheffield via 100 Layer Cake // Pies: via The Alkaline Sisters // Giant Balloons: via Studio DIY // Heart Crayons: via 100 Layer Cake-let // xoxo Tablecloth: via Walk in Love

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Tagged: Charleston SC Blog Society, Charleston SC Wedding Blog, Charleston Wedding Blog, Gillian Ellis Photography, red and pink wedding, something short and sweet about love, valentines day wedding

Happy Weekend // Around The Web

February 6, 2015

Happy Weekend! Valentine’s inspiration has taken over the web this week and I’m really digging the modern take of the cake topper below! Check out some of the other links we’re sharing and enjoy your weekend! friday

Photography: Photo La Vie via The Perfect Palette

I love this modern Valentine’s Day party inspiration. Check out that fun cake topper!
In case you missed it – Valentine’s gift box + a Bald Head Island engagement
14 sweet + simple ways to be romantic.
I love the natural details at this outdoor Nashville wedding.
These Valentine’s brownies are so cute and sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Worth a watch.
A song for your weekend.

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Valentine’s Bridal Shower Gift Box

February 4, 2015

Valentine’s Day is almost here and in preparation for the holiday I have teamed up with Wedding Paper Divas to create a cute bridal shower gift box. Instead of sending your bridesmaids a regular invite send them a gift box chock full of fun and thoughtful items, sure to get them excited for your bridal shower! Valentine_001 Presentation is key when it comes to creating a pretty (and impressive) gift. Before buying items it helps to come up with a color scheme or theme. Since it’s the month of love, I chose Valentine’s Day and stuck to fun candies and gifts that were red, white and pink. (It doesn’t hurt that I also love all of these colors!) Valentine_002 Valentine_003
Box Supplies:                                                                      Gift Items:
Wedding Paper Divas Bridal Shower Invitations                Heart Sunnies
White Gift Box with Lid                                                   Barr Co Honeysuckle Soap
Crinkle Cut Paper                                                           Rosebud Lip Balm
Ribbon – Raw Silk + Light Pink                                        Glass Cork Containers
Wedding Paper Divas Coasters                                        Mini Heart Balloons
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I can’t event describe how many times I’ve received a gift and been so enamored with the wrapping that I didn’t want to open it. Keep this in mind when creating your gift box. Instead of throwing in a bag of candy place treats in cute glass cork containers for a clean presentation.
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Personalize your box by tying off items with lots of colorful ribbon and using customized gift tags.
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With a gift this sweet and thoughtful everyone will be clamoring to attend your party!
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This post is sponsored by Wedding Paper Divas. All opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I will receive compensation. Thanks for supporting our advertisers!

Photography + Styling: Gillian Ellis Photography // Supplies: Wedding Paper Divas Bridal Shower Invitations in Blushing Corsage // White Gift Box with Lid // Crinkle Cut Paper // Ribbon – Raw Silk + Light Pink // Wedding Paper Divas Coasters // Heart Sunnies // Barr Co Honeysuckle Soap // Rosebud Lip Balm // Glass Cork Containers // Mini Heart Balloons // Pink Candy Corn // Heart Shaped Chocolates

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Hi! I am Gillian, the editor of Coastal Bride. I hope our real weddings and DIY projects inspire you to have a unique and happy wedding!

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