Wedding Dress, Wedding Clothing

I’m in the process of transfering all the content from this site to the new site in preparation for our April 20th launch(almost here!) and came across one of the first real weddings I ever posted on Once Wed. It will always be one of my favorites….


[Images c/o Jillian Kay]

I love it when amazing weddings just land in my inbox and I get the privilege of featuring them on Once Wed. The wedding above is no exception to this rule and I am thrilled the bride is coming on next week to share all the lovely details behind the day. It’s finally beginning to feel like spring in Atlanta and am looking forward to leaving my cave of an office and getting outside. I hope everyone has a happy easter and a great weekend!


P.S. – Did you see Ellie’s DIY bouquet made up of flowers from Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods? I thought it turned out lovely. Click here to see more…


[Image c/o Beulah Anne]

I’m heading out early today to help Joy finish some of sets she is creating for The Not Wedding which is taking place this Sunday at the W Hotel in Buckhead. Our Labor of Love, Joy Thigpen, Paloma’s Nest
are just a few of the amazing vendors who are taking part in this event
and I can’t wait to see what they have up their sleeve. If you loved
the summer potluck wedding I featured a couple weeks ago than I’m pretty sure you will adore the wedding I’m featuring next week. Have a beautiful weekend!


[Images c/o Brown Mouse Photo]

I am so happy to have Livy from the lovely blog, A Field Journal, back again today sharing another one of her beautiful tutorials. I’ve been seeing quite a few elements of aged paper in everything weddings recently and have to admit I’m liking what I’m seeing. Chelsea used pages from a vintage poetry book as a stunning background for this amazing bridal shoot recently and I adore Livy’s interpretation of paper cones below using old sheet music. Enjoy!




A variation on a classic, these paper cones are simple to make and
quite versatile. Filled with favors or flower petals, they’ll add old
fashioned interest and give the illusion of intricate craftsmanship and
time consuming detail – qualities you can achieve easily with a aged
sheet music and a craft punch.

Materials:


1. Paper punch While cutting shapes freehand
is an alternative if you’re only planning to make a small number of
cones, making them in larger quantities is much simplified by the use
of a paper punch. The one shown is from the Martha Stewart Crafts line.
For a variation you might consider alternate shapes – like leaves,
flowers, etc.
2. Vintage sheet music Old papers with music or text lend a true
vintage feel to this craft – they can be found at flea markets, thrift
stores, yard sales or etsy.com.
3. Tacky Glue
(for adhering butterflies) I used Aleene’s Tacky glue; sturdy and fast
drying enough to keep the butterflies "perched" on a narrow fold for
the three dimensional look. Keep in mind this glue is not acid free -
so if you are planning to keep your craft for a long period of time
that is something to consider.
4. Glitter
5. Scissors
6. Clothespin (helpful, but optional)
7. White Glue (for adhering glitter – I usually find it’s better to work with a thinner glue)




Directions:


1.
Roll one sheet of paper into a cone shape, gradually working with it to
get it to taper off to a point. Glue with a thin layer of tacky glue,
using a clothespin to hold in place until dry.
2. If necessary, trim excess paper from cone and save scraps.
3.
Punch or cut butterfly shapes from scrap paper and glue around rim of
paper cone, overlapping for interest. To create three dimensional look,
fold butterfly in half, apply a thin bead of glue along edge and hold
in place for a few seconds until the glue begins to set.
4. When completely dry, thinly apply white glue to desired areas and dust with glitter. Let dry and enjoy!

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I try not to talk too much about my personal life on Once Wed, but I
couldn’t resist saying happy 2 year anniversary to my wonderful husband,
Brett. My husband is a simple man and I love him for that. He is
incredibly honest, selfless, and kind with everyone he meets and
always encourages me to see the best in people and in life. After my father got sick, I knew whoever I married would have to be ok with us a package deal and Brett was. When my father
became unable to live by himself, he moved him in with us and helps me
balance the daily responsibilities of caring for a disabled parent. He’s the best.


In a world where so many things are uncertain, I am so glad to have Brett by my side. I am a better person because of him and will always think the world of him for accepting me exactly for who I am. Brett, I love you so much…