This bride is gorgeous! I love the carnival in the background, quite fitting for a crazy cool technicolor trash the dress session with photographer Heather Lynn. To see the rest of these awesome images go HERE.

I adore these eye catching dahlia favors! Its the season when dahlias are in bloom, give the gift of a dahlia bulb. Learn how to make your own here.

Beautiful vintage inspired cake forks; By Beach House Living.

I fell in-love with this Rustic Wooden Purse; By Bragging Bags.

This is so great! Personalized wooden guest book; By Bragging Bags.

Such an original idea, this lovely wooden signature board is made by; Inspired By Marie

Such a wonderful gift to give your groomsmen. I love these personalized shaving bags by; Queen Bee 55.

Spotted these little treasures on Emmaline Bride. These heartwarming personalized pillows are made by; Cozy Blue.

Great gift for your man! Monogram hand stamped cuff links by: Tiny Token Designs

A beautiful way to ask your favorite ladies to take part on your most special day. Send them one of these lovely jeweled note cards by; Bride Couture.

I want this in my garden! Something to keep forever, his & hers garden bench. Made by; True Connection.

Help your loved ones out, by sending them one of these adorable handmade ‘Save the date’ tile magnets. Made by; Angel Ellie.

Like any girl, I love hair accessories, of all kinds and these retro inspired tattoo hats made by Janine Basil rock my world! These would be fun to wear for a cool hat hen party!

I hope you all enjoyed these awesome finds! Have a great weekend!

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What a perfect summer party treat! Watermelon is a favorite for all and this watermelon pig is adorable! Check out www.watermelon.org for more recipes like a watermelon cupcake or frosted watermelon treats. Also learn how to pick the right watermelon and store them.

For those of you that missed Craftzine’s wedding week of goodies, I have to share this one with you!

I love to bake and when I discovered this recipe and ‘ how to’ by Julie Sloane, I was very excited.

You can make a bunch of these in different colors and put’em away for your next yummy creation. A very precious & inexpensive way to dress up any cake/dessert! Have fun!

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From the 1960’s, straw raffia flowers are such a charming way to decorate to your hearts content. These raffia flowers are made by Cathy Callahan. Easy to make and you can do ANYTHING with them. Decorate a bag, string‘em up for decoration, decorate your cocktails.  Add them to your gift wrapping paper or your cute sun hat!

Sweet like candy to my soul ~ sweet you rock & sweet you roll ~~ lost for you, I’m so lost for you -Dave Mathews

Happy Friday everyone! Have a lovely weekend!

Get this hot little cookie cutter and impression mat from Autumn Carpenter, so you can make these adorable cookies for your next bridal shower!

Great wedding idea; something blue sole bridal shoes. Read this interesting article HERE from the Flirty Guide about how you can have the soles of your shoes your something blue! I wonder if I could find a local company that would do the same?!

If you want your guests to feel right at home, your favorite cookie accompanied by milk in a cute shot glass is perfect! Its easy, delicious and inexpensive! My favorite will always be the chocolate chip cookie.