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Vintage silk saree bunting

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I came across this stunning silk bunting made from vintage sarees on one of the businesses listed on the directory.  Ganesha is a fair trade shop that sells gorgeous gifts, accessories and bits for your house – but this bunting really stood out.

I’m beginning to feel like I’m a bit bunting-ed out, the stuff is all over the wedding world, you feel like you won’t ever see an original piece of bunting and that it’s only ever floral or Cath Kidston-inspired.  Then you stumble across bunting like this, which is not only made from vintage silk, but it’s also recycling an unloved product, and on top of this each string is unique.

Lovely at a wedding, but also perfect for a hanging in your bedroom.  Yey for interesting and different bunting!

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Ethereal country wedding headband

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This Friday, Cake Love has been usurped by this gorgeous find…

If I had been a bit more of a daring country bride, I would have gone adorned my hair with something like this.  My seven year-old self would have thought it fit for the flower fairies that lived at the bottom of my granny’s garden.

Handcrafted by Rosie Weisencrantz, this is an original Victoria wax floral spray, that she wove onto a natural looking headband.  I was devastated to discover that it has already been sold (not that I’m planning on getting married again anytime soon!), but there are lots of other gorgeous hair adornments crafted from vintage pieces available on the website.

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A 1950s style blue vintage swallow bridal fascinator

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A Alicia Handmade is one of those websites I could spend hours looking around at all the pretty handmade goodness.  So when I spotted this new addition to her collection I couldn’t resist sharing it.

Sky Blue Vintage Swallow Bridal Fascinator

Handmade in London from vintage materials, including a gorgeous swallow brooch, ruffles of vintage ribbon and clouds of blue net.

This adorable fascinator would look great on a bride, bridesmaid, or even a mother-of-the-bride – in fact, anyone!  Sometimes items just come along that you fall in love with, and this is one of them.

All that combined with a price tag of £42 I don’t think this will be around long – so if, like me, you’ve fallen in love with it – go snap it up now!

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Pretty Vintage crockery and accessories perfect for an understated rustic country wedding

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I’m so excited to share these beautiful, elegant and understated vintage pieces from Pretty Vintage.  As well as a gorgeous selection of earlier vintage crockery (think 1900’s – 1940’s) Lucy also hires out picnic blankets, deck chairs, lawn games and tin baths.  I’m in heaven!

Pretty Vintage has just joined the directory and I am so eager to share with you some of the pretty items you can hire.  I got rather carried away looking through the gallery – but just feast your eyes on these…

Dainty teacups and saucers.

Tin baths and glass vases.

Embroidered tablecloths.

Vintage croquet set.

Earthenware pots and vases.

Deck chairs, bunting and picnic blankets.

Pretty Vintage is based in Norwich and can deliver within a 60 mile radius.  Lucy is happy to deliver anywhere in mainland UK just email her at contact@prettyvintage.co.uk to discuss what you’re after.

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Mother’s Day discount on handcrafted vintage jewellery

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Rosie Weisencrantz’s gorgeous collection of handcrafted jewellery would make a lovely Mother’s Day gift or as a present for a mother-of-the-bride-to-be.  Her bewitching headbands, bracelets and trinket style necklaces are reminiscent of romantic bygones eras.

Each piece is unique and individually handcrafted and bursting with vintage glamour.  To celebrate Mother’s Day on 3rd April, Rosie is offering our readers a fantastic 20% discount until the end of April.  Simply enter the code ‘mother’ at checkout.

Not only is this discount available on jewellery and gift vouchers, but it can also be used for bespoke jewellery.  Rosie can create your very own personalised piece, using personal mementos, to create a unique keepsake.  Email caroline@rosieweisencrantz.com.

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Spotted on Etsy: vintage lace Victorian wedding dress

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I spotted this vintage lace Victorian wedding dress on Etsy and thought it was so pretty it should be shared.  My wedding dress is made with 100-year old lace, so I particularly love this era for its delicate cream coloured lace.  It is so pretty and feminine.

These older vintage dresses seem quite rare – is anyone else wearing something similar for their wedding?

This dress can be seen here and you should also check out rest of the vintage bridal dresses in this shop.

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Vintage 50s style cinema wedding

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This vintage 50s style cinema wedding speaks for itself.  Fun wedding photography from Mark Tattersall.

A sweet couple and pretty vintage style wedding dress.

Exquisite shoes – I love her teal green shoes and his brown lace-ups.

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Great January discounts on reworked vintage jewellery from Rosie Weisencrantz

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The fabulous Rosie Weisencrantz is offering a 25% discount throughout January to all customers on all ranges of their reworked vintage jewellery.

That includes stunning vintage bracelets and bangles, like this one-of-a-kind handwoven bracelet with 1940s enamel flower arrangement – ideal for a bride or bridesmaid…

To receive your discount just enter ‘happynewyear’ at checkout – available during January.

If you’re looking for eco-friendly, ethical, handmade or vintage wedding jewellery why not check out the other businesses listed on the directory – visit our Accessories section.

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Vintage style vases and lace chair sashes from Pebble in the Pond

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One of our lovely businesses, Pebble in the Pond, has an ever-growing range of beautiful pieces to help style your wedding.  Recently they have added two new products to their collection – a gorgeous range of cut and pressed glass vintage style vases, and handmade lace table runners and chair sashes.

And on top of that they’re offering our visitors a fantastic discount – read on to find out more!

Their selection of vases range from small bud vases through to larger ones and are perfect to display your wedding flowers.  Wonderful for anyone dreaming of a vintage tea party wedding!

Whether you’re creating your own arrangements or if your florist is creating a natural display for you, Pebble in the Pond’s vases work wonderfully dotted around tables and clustered on mantlepieces. 

Also new to their collection is a range of unique handmade lace table runners and chair sashes that you can hire to transform your tables.  Utterly perfect for an elegant yet understated vintage wedding.

As an early Christmas present to our visitors, Pebble in the Pond is offering a 15% discount on either range to anyone confirming a booking in December.  Simply quote NWC1 at the time of booking.  Discount excludes delivery charges.

To view their full collection from vintage tea sets, to cake stands, handmade wedding favours and organic cotton lines, visit www.pebble-in-the-pond.co.uk.

For more information or to discuss your wedding contact Emma at info@pebble-in-the-pond.co.uk or on 07538 176 829.

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