Wedding Wednesday: Dessert Tables

Today I thought it would be fun to share some idea for creating a unique DIY Dessert Tablescape by just adding a few finishing details to fit you style!

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Get the perfect finishing touches here:
flag banner, bird cake toppers, birch vase, cupcakes, ribbon, cake stand, chalkboard

Remember to stick with your theme, use your venue as a backdrop to make it all come together perfectly and always choose the perfect balance of treats to serve your guests! Enjoy!

- Megan Shuler, Forget Me Knot Weddings

P.S. f&f would like to give a big thanks to Ez over at one of our all time favorite blogs, Creature Comforts, for re-posting our Easy Fabric Corsage DIY! If you don't already follow her blog, it's a must-ad to your blog roll.

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Wedding Wednesday: Color Inspiration

Hi everyone and happy Wednesday! Can I just say again I am so happy to be sharing wedding inspiration with all you on Emily’s great blog! Today I have a some fun color inspiration to share with all of you. Since summer is here (well for the most part) I am in the mood for bright, colorful and all around cheery color palettes. I hope you enjoy these unique color stories and they bring inspiration to you for your celebration!

Pink Lemonade
Palette: Lemon, Cotton Candy Pink, Pale Blue
1. Paper Rosettes 2. Bouquet on books 3. Mini Cake on plate 4. Favor boxes & paper straws

Summer at the Boardwalk
Palette: Yellow, Cream, Blue
1. Tent 2. Vintage Suitcase 3. Wedding aisle with lemon 4. Bride and Groom & Bouquet on chair

Antique Turquoise & Yellow
Palette: Golden yellow, Turquoise, Burlap
1. Tablescape 2. Escort Cards 3. Porcelain Nesting Bowls 4. Dresser Knobs

- Megan Shuler, Forget Me Knot Weddings

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Calling All Couples!!!!!

Frenchie & Flea is styling an upcoming wedding/bridal shoot with the wonderful Untamed Petals and extremely talented Gina Maxine Photography! It will be in August on the Central Coast, CA.

I am looking for real couples who would love to share their REAL love in front of the camera! Married, engaged, dating - whatever - we want to hear from YOU! So if you're in love and want some amazing photography to keep forever, please send your photos and a little bit of info about your love story to emily@frenchieandflea.com.

The shoot will most likely fall on a weekend in late August. We will take "model" applicants through the week and be in touch by early next week with more details! Thank you!!

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Wednesday: Weddings - Bridal Shower Inspiration

f&f is thrilled to another edition of Wednesday: Weddings with Megan Shuler today! She has created some amazing bridal shower (or even wedding) inspiration boards for your next soiree! I especially love the Pancake Breakfast (click here for all the lovely details from Design*Sponge) and the DIY Paper Pennant Garland (click here for step by step instructions on how to create your very own!). Loving these inspiration boards...enjoy!

Hello lovely readers!
Today I am excited to share some bridal shower inspiration that
is easy to create for your next event...

Antique Dream Party
images via:

Vintage Dresses: http://timmelideo.tumblr.com/post/607418866/lovely-bridal-shop-west-village-ny

Flowers with vintage camera: http://greylikesweddings.wordpress.com/2010/05/24/diy-hot-air-balloon-kits/

Table Decor: http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/05/20/eclectic-wedding-shoot-by-jessica-zais/#comment-109511

Place card: http://www.flickr.com/photos/amysmiffy/4599910024/in/set-72157624058219930/

Tea Cup: http://www.myvintageparty.co.uk/

Vintage Garden Party
images via:

Pink flowers: http://www.flickr.com/photos/mbeasoap/4359921079/in/set-72157621770464268/

DIY Lighted Paper Pennant Garland: http://www.oncewed.com/12961/diy/decor/diy-lighted-paper-pennant-garland/

Gift with clothes pin: http://www.flickr.com/photos/taraanderson/4541591723/in/set-72157614651231191/

Table Decor with pancake plate: http://www.designspongeonline.com/2010/04/beyond-the-big-day-a-pancake-breakfast.htm

P.S. Check out Salt & Prep today for an AMAZING feature for Gina Maxine Photography & f&f's styling!!! We are beyond flattered that they included our "how to style your shoot" tips!

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Wednesday: Weddings

Happy Wednesday, lovelies! Today I am so excited to have the oh-so-fabulous Megan of Forget Me Knot Weddings guest blogging here. Megan, pictured below on her totally charming DIY wedding day (which was featured on 100 Layer Cake!), is a recent newlywed, lives in the Bay Area, and has jumped wholeheartedly into the world of Wedding Planning, Design & Blogging.

{Check out her gorgeous wedding photos by Kate Harrison Photography}

We just love the inspiration Megan brings to the wedding and blog world, and are thrilled she is here today to share some of it with all of us! Thank you, Megan!
And without further ado, here is this weeks edition of...

Hello Everyone! First off, I want to say a huge thank you to Emily for having me this week and I'm thrilled to be guest posting here on Frenchie & Flea! Today I want to share some fun style inspiration for you on your big day. It is all about finding your style as a bride and with so many great options out there, the choices are endless to find that perfect look.

This first look has a sophisticated, vintage glam feel that would be perfect for an evening event. Images {Bracelet, Clutch, Heels}

This second look has that bohemian, laid-back vibe that would be perfect for an outdoor venue. Images {Earrings, Flower Ring, Clutch, Sandals}

This third look has a bold modern vibe with a twist of glamour. Love the fun shoes!
Images {Necklace, Clutch, Heels}

The last look is one of my faves with the natural, vintage feel that is fresh and feminine.
Images {Cardigan, Bracelet, Clutch, Ballet Flats}

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Calling All Summer Brides!

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Inspired by...

For this week's round up, I only have a few GORGEOUS shots to share with you. There are many, many more images I want to show you, but I will save them for next week :) So in case you missed these beauties in the blogosphere this week....enjoy!

{A gorgeous Marin Headlands Engagement Sesh by Kate Harrison}


{A Green Wedding in Washington from Style Me Pretty; photos by Josh Kill}




{A MOST beautiful Elopement from The Bride's Cafe; photos by Simply Bloom Photography}


{And because this photo shoot was TOO fabulous to choose just one image....I had to post the entire thing from Once Wed. Photos by one of my faves: Jose Villa}

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Inspired by...

{Vintage China Party by Lulaland, found on Decor 8}



{Vintage Citrus Photo Shoot by Salt Harbor Design found on Snippet & Ink, photos by Millie Hoffman}

{Blossom & Branch DIY Flower Party styled by Jillian Event Design, photos by Scott Clarke; found on 100 Layer Cake}



{DIY Garland from Repurposed Magazines by Stylish Events}





{A Woodsy, Organic Wedding found on Green Wedding Shoes , photos by Jasmine Star}



{Giant Clothespin Table Numbers found on Style Me Pretty, photos by Amy & Stuart}



{DIY Pinwheel Tutorial + Template on Simple Blueprint}



{ADORABLE Proposal (we LOVE Dani from Oh, Hello Friend!) on Utterly Engaged, photos by Laurel McConnell}





{Spirograph Themed Party found on Forget Me Knot Weddings, originally from Design*Sponge, photos by Jen Curtis}



{An Engagement Shoot with rain boots & puddle jumping by Ellie Grover Photography}

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Inspired by...

{A DIY Love Note Music Sheets Pinata found on Ruffled, photos by John Schnack}



{A Manhattan Wedding found on Style Me Pretty, photos by Punam Bean}



{A GORGEOUS Table Top Design for the NY Post by Sunday Suppers, photos by Karen Mordechai}



{A Vintage Love Story found on Green Wedding Shoes, photos by Katie Stoops}





{An Winter Wedding found on Style Me Pretty, photos by Jessica Claire}

{Typography Save the Dates found on Oh So Beautiful Paper, by Kate Erands}

{DIY Lace Doily Runner found on Erin Ever After, photos & DIY steps by Ashley Ann Photography}

{Vintage Gold & Green Wedding found on Ruffled, photos by Darker Shades of Brown}



{Peacock Wedding Bouquet found on Lolliblog, photo by Christie Cham}





{Eclectic Backyard Wedding found on Ruffled, photos by Green Apple Photography}



{And because I'm a sucker for Gillian from The Bachelor/ette, her engagement pics found on Inspired By This, photos by Wedded Bliss}

Have a LOVELY 3 Day Weekend and Valentines Day! LOVE LOVE LOVE!

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