New To The Shop - Something Blue Collection

{Images Via Grace Printables}

According to the Victorian saying, "Something old, Something new, Something Borrowed, Something Blue..." every bride should include blue in their wedding day for good luck. Well we have a modern twist on this old classic, The Something Blue Bridal Shower Collection.  This delicate blue, so often used in baby showers is a perfectly elegant choice for a party honoring the bride to be. After all it is the color of the the famous Tiffany box.

DIY - Something Blue Cocktails

A few delicious blue cocktails perfect for a Something Blue Shower or just an evening with the girls. Enjoy!

Ice Blue Martini

1-oz Hpnotiq Liquor
1/2-oz vodka
2-oz lemonade
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice
Shake & strain into martini glass
Garnish with lemon twist

Blue Thai Mojito 

Ingredients
1/4 ounce blue Curaçao
1 1/2 ounces Bacardi Limon rum or Bacardi white rum
1 1/2 ounces Coco-Mint Syrup (recipe follows)
1 ounce fresh lime juice
2 ounces chilled soda water

For garnishing
Fresh mint and/or cilantro sprigs
Shaved coconut (optional)

Preparation
Fill a tall glass with ice. Measure in the Curaçao, rum, syrup, lime juice, and soda water. Stir with a bar spoon. Garnish with fresh mint and/or cilantro and a sprinkling of shaved coconut, if using.

Coco-Mint Syrup

 

Ingredients
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bunch fresh mint, torn
12 large sprigs fresh cilantro
2 cups sugar

Preparation
Combine the ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for 1 hour. Strain, pressing out as much liquid as possible, then discard the solids. Let cool to room temperature. If not using immediately, cover and refrigerate, for up to 1 month, until needed. Remix before using.

Makes: Makes 3 cups, enough for about 16 drinks

Something Blue Cocktail

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Hpnotiq
• 2 oz white wine
• 1 oz ginger ale

Preparation:

1. Build the ingredients in a Champagne flute.
2. Serve and toast to a long and happy marriage.

Inspiration - Something Blue

A modern twist on an old classic, the Something Blue bridal shower. I recently was contacted by a customer to design some printables and an invitation for sister's blue shower. Here's a collection of my favorite beautiful blue finds that were the perfect inspiration.

• Flowers, cocktail and pom poms - Martha Stewart Weddings
• Gift box - Tiffany & Co. 
• Shoes - Christian Louboutin
• Cupcake - Grin and Bake It 
• Peacock Feather Fascinator - Bridal Couture 

Enjoy and watch for the Something Blue Bridal Shower Collection arriving in the soon!

Etsy Find - Little Retreats

{Images Via Little Retreats}

Don't have the time or feel like making your own photo booth props? Little Retreats has some fabulous collections available in the shop that they will gladly customize to the colors of your choice. 

DIY - Photo Booth

Photo booths have become a popular way to capture those special memories and your guests unique personalities at everything from weddings to birthdays. While professional photo booths can be costly, creating your own can be an easy and fun project that is sure to provide you with an album of amusing and memorable photos.

{Images via Wedding Bee & Swanky Tables}

• Choose a backdrop for your booth. Simple options include a sheet, tablecloth or curtain hung on a clothesline with clips. Another option is constructing a more elaborate free standing backdrop. 
• Use your own digital camera or rent one from a service like Camera Renter. Make sure to set the camera up on a tripod and test it to make sure it is centered. To make it easier for guests, set the camera up with a remote cord so no one gets left out.

 {Images via Our Labor Of Love & Ruffled}

•  Get creative and have fun! Be sure to include a variety of amusing accessories to allow guests to express themselves. Ask your friends and family to go through their closets to find suitable props (ie. boas, funny hats, costume jewelry, etc.) A white board or chalk board is a great way to allow guests to add a personalized message and individualize their photos.
• As a thank you to guests, print off and send them their pictures after the wedding so they can share the memories of the big day!

 Here are some great tutorials I found for more inspiration. Enjoy!

 DIY Photo Booth Wall via Ruffled

DIY Photo Booth Prop Templates via Miss Fancy Pants 

DIY - Perfect Party Pom Poms

{image courtesy of Good Things Wedding Favors}

Pom poms are one of the hottest trends right now in party decorating and it's easy to see why. There is just something so delightfully delicious in the sweet simplicity of their shape and the way they magically seem to float in the air.  An easy way to add a festive touch to any occasion and so fun to make. As with all good things here are some fast and easy instructions courtesy of my friend, Martha.

Materials Needed 

• Tissue paper in desired colors (8 sheets per pom-pom)
• 24-gauge white cloth-covered floral wire
• Scissors
• Monofilament

Step 1)

Stack eight 20-by-30-inch sheets of tissue. Make 1 1/2-inch-wide accordion folds, creasing with each fold.

Step 2) 

Fold an 18-inch piece of floral wire in half, and slip over center of folded tissue; twist. With scissors, trim ends of tissue into rounded or pointy shapes.

Step 3)

Separate layers, pulling away from center one at a time. Fluff and shape as desired