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Now this isn’t a wedding dress, but I think it would make a really pretty one. It has a pretty faux button-up bodice with a scalloped neckline, sheer lace sleeves and floaty knee-length skirt.
A gorgeous 19060s vintage dress for someone wanting something a little different to a traditional wedding dress. For sale now at Etsy shop gimmeNICOLE.
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Aren’t these bear and wolf cufflinks from Oria Ethical Jewellery utterly gorgeous! Ideal as a Christmas present for you other half, for the best man or even the groom himself.
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Aren’t these just adorable! These cute ‘Mr and Mrs’ aprons with pretty cupcake illustration are printed in the UK and designed by Alice Palace – and what’s more, they can be personalised with any surname.
Alice has thought of everything and can even print ‘Mr and Mr’ and ‘Mrs and Mrs’ aprons. Perfect for a wedding gift or even a Christmas or anniversary present.
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Aren’t these ‘Wish Tickets’ from Hunter Gatherer just delightful?! The moment I saw them I could just imagine them as part of a whimsical wedding – either purely as decoration, incorporated into place settings or an element of a carnival themed invitation.
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Tina from An Evergreen Wedding is one of the newest additions to The Natural Wedding Company directory. She makes uniquely beautiful flowers from recycled materials – a truly original and eco-friendly alternative to the traditional wedding bouquet!
She has been working with recycled materials for the past 10 years and has been trying to push the boundaries of how beautiful waste can become if it’s thoughtfully reused.
Tina’s recycled flower bouquets have the added delight that they can be kept forever as a stunning reminder of your special day. The bride, bridesmaids, mother-in-law, or guests (or all of them!) can enjoy and remember the occasion forever with these pretty flower creations, and they have a down-to-earth twist for all those green brides out there!
Tina told me, “I love the idea of a bouquet that demands nothing more from the planet.” And we agree – what a lovely way to share with your family and friends your eco-friendly values.
You can follow Tina at her blog: http://evergreenarts.wordpress.com or email her at tinaplus3@hotmail.co.uk for more information and prices. She also offers bespoke creative hen nights/days!
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How exquisite are these rose cone favours handcrafted from vintage music sheets? They are just one of series of beautifully made favours and decorative items from Joanne of Vintage Twee.
At only 26 years old she is following a life-long dream to turn her love of making into a business. Lucky for us! Joanne told me her “aim is to add a touch of English authenticity to your special occasion” with her range of unique favours, table centrepieces and dining accessories.
Her work is inspired by her “British heritage, love for tea and classic romance and imagery from a bygone era.” Vintage Twee’s pretty creations are perfect for a vintage themed wedding, bridal shower, or a party.
Every item is produced by Vintage Twee and is individually handcrafted – a truly unique keepsake. Just like these vintage music sheet boxes – perfect wedding favours!
Joanne is committed to offering a personalised service and most of her items can be customised to your requirements. In addition to all this, there is no minimum order – so whether you’re having a small intimate wedding, a party with friends or an elaborate affair, Joanne can ensure you get exactly what you want.
You can visit the Vintage Twee website, blog or Etsy shop. If you’d like to get in contact with Joanne send her an email at joanne@vintagetwee.com and don’t forget to say you came via The Natural Wedding Company!
So without further a-do, here is a selection of Vintage Twee’s delightful creations…
‘Pillow Talk’ Favour Boxes
Handcrafted using excerpts from a 1940s love letter :: £2.25 each
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I have just returned home from work to a beautiful little parcel of goodies from Papermash. Papermash sell a small selection of pretty tags, notebooks, tape and string among other things.
Image: Papermash
It’s my friend’s birthday tomorrow and I knew I wanted to buy her some of the pretty ‘Owl tape‘ that Papermash have, and I have been after an excuse to treat myself to a reel of red and white butchers string. So I ordered one of each.
Image: Papermash
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“Stylish, ecofriendly and fair trade gifts…” is what Nkuku specialise in. I knew of Nkuku before as we’d bought one of their beautiful photo albums as a wedding gift, but I have only discovered their website and didn’t realise they had so many other gorgeous products!
Here’s a selection of my favourites that I think would be great for a wedding…
I think it would make for a beautiful, delicate wedding shawl. Think breezy beach wedding or cool spring country wedding.
Fire Fly Tear Drop Tea Light Holder
Hung from trees these sweet tear drop tea light holders would provide gorgeous twinkly light as the sun set and darkness crept in. And made from 100% recycled glass.
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Over the weekend I came across a truly fantastic website – it’s called The Vintage Wedding List and the name says it all really. A website full of beautiful antiques and vintage finds that you can use as your wedding gift list! I’m in heaven!
Mr Rigg and I are in disagreement about the idea of a wedding gift list. I am in the anti-camp – I feel that we have all the toasters, tea towels and generic household items that are often found on gift lists – I mean we’ve lived together for the past 5 or so years, so we have everything we need. Mr Rigg thinks gift lists sound just great – because who doesn’t like receiving presents?
I do appreciate that family in particular like to buy you a gift for your wedding as something to keep and treasure. But I have never been enamoured by the idea of a wedding gift list at John Lewis or asking for vouchers for a specific shop where we can buy what we like.
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The lovely Heather from Star House got in touch and after looking at her pretty alternatives to wedding cake toppers I knew I had to share them.
Forget the cheesy plastic figurines and instead go for one of Heather’s that’s been lovingly handmade in wood…
Heather started designing and making cake toppers after she received a number of customer requests – previously she focused on “little folks for little folk”.
Now the majority of Heather’s work is designing likenesses and love bird cake toppers for discerning brides-and-grooms-to-be.
