Whimsical LA Wedding

Seriously.........

could this wedding get any cuter?!

Cozy Little Baby Nursery

I'm dying over the sweet & cozy softness of this baby nursery. Lately, I have found myself sneaking peaks at baby related blogs, and being giddy over perfectly designed nurseries and baby showers! Yes, the baby fever is definitely starting to set in!

{via Birthday Girl}

Summer Love & Paper Pretties

Oh, happy day! I just found these pretty vintage floral tags courtesy of Eat, Drink, ChicMy head is already spinning with ideas of what I will tie them to....I'm thinking birthday gifts, favours, a bundle of fresh flowers! They are so easy to print, cut, punch, and tie! Hooray :-)

{yes, I want it too!}

A French Bohemian Wedding in Spring, TX

My friend Leslie sent me a link to her sister's college roommate's wedding and all I can say is WOW! I especially love it because it took place at Oak Manor in Spring, Texas near my hometown :-)

The bride and groom's love of French, Bohemianism and Artistry inspired the theme of this beautiful celebration. Their love of cafes, and even the Groom's study of birds were Incorporated into the details! The bride also hand painted the invitations and table signs. The photography is just stunning! So many magical shots.
Visit fabulous photographer Clayton Austin for more of this event!

Happy Friday + Sweet Things

I love this colloection of photos from Sweet Things and Apron Strings...........

Lace doilies on a string make for a lovely garland
Pink Strawberry Cupcakes are perfect for a tea party and a vintage chair in a field makes the perfect prop
Have a great weekend enjoying the simple things in life!

{images via Jenny Haas Photography}

Fabulous Shabby Aqua Floor Mirror.........

you will be mine ♥
so excited about my first serious ebay purchase.....

shabby silvering, chippy paint, aqua goodness, filigree crown + me! Can we say a match made in heaven?! What a great start to the week! ooh, and click here to buy your own shabby chic goodness!

Happy Friday + Pretty Party Crackers

Lately, us ladies at Little Birdie Boutique have really been loving party crackers. They are so festive and can really be customized and dressed up to fit any occasionPink + Blue can do no wrong!
{images via me :-)}

Vintage Treat Bags

For no reason at all I felt like sharing these adorable vintage style treat bags. I would love to throw a vintage themed birthday party and use these loot bags for party favors!

{via Hey Yo Yo}

HeartFelt

Now that the holiday season is long gone and I am getting comfortably settled into 2010, I am finally feeling inspired to craft. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, what better excuse to make something pink and pretty?I have to mention that aside from our etsy shop items (that my mom and I create together) I rarely ever share anything that I make on my own because I am always self conscious about whether or not anyone else would think it is cute. Does anyone else ever feel like this?I guess I just feel like with so many amazingly creative people, and so many wonderful ideas out there, that I am out of slightly out of my league. I don't know why I feel that way. I am always so quick to share beautiful things that other people make here on my blog, why not my own? I think my 2010 goal will be to craft more and be proud of what I make :) Starting with my felt heart stitched Valentine. I may sell this in the etsy shop.....haven't decided yet. I am not sure what to promote it as. It is basically a decorated heart that you can hang. So maybe a door hanger? Or maybe it could be a gift accessory? A Valentine keepsake? Any suggestions?

XO
Ashley

Is it possible to be in love with a door?

yes, I do believe so......

If this was my door, I wouldnt even care what the inside looked like. via

Aqua + Purple = Fresh Holiday Decor

In my pursuit of all things aqua, I have brought you aqua + lemon, and aqua + pink......

....and now in an unexpected twist on Holiday decor, I bring you aqua + purple!

lavender pears, grazing fawn, felted acorns, bunting, holiday card, crochet wreath

Today I love....

Pretty garlands to hang in my home.....

I love love love this beautiful stained glass garland by Pamela Angus. Antique glass, aged patina finish and vintage millinery = romantic, pretty goodness! I have been dreaming of buying one to hang in a sunny window. First I need a sunny window!

Also on my wish list is this delicate paper mobile by Royal Buffet. The pretty butterflies are made of vintage dictionary and french magazine pages. What a perfect way to liven up a corner in your home!

Another lovely option is this dainty garland appropriately named "Feeling Knotty" by Wunderlust. I love the organic feel of the fabric mixed with the soft vintage ribbon and tulle. So pretty!!!

So......which do you like the best?

I heart aqua + lemon with a touch of green

Obvs. I have a passion for aqua and this color combination has been lingering in my mind ever since I spotted this gorgeous wedding over at Amorology. I hope you like!

Left, Right
Left, Right
Left, Right

bird spotted via Creature Comforts

Pretty for Pennies

Most likely you have a Forever 21 at your local mall. Hundreds of times I have walked right past this store never thinking to go in. Perhaps it was the name? I already have a hard enough time convincing people I am of the drinking age! I have always heard that it is THE place to go for trendy, chic and cheap clothes and accessories. Last week I was searching for a fun and bright piece of statement jewelry to accessorize a top I had purchased. I had already splurged on the shirt (juicy....yikes!) so I couldn't spend a lot. So, I drug my mom and sister into our local Forever 21 store and we were all suprised by the assortment of trendy, fashion pieces that mirror all of the hot trends in magazines this season! I found this great floral necklace that matches my top perfectly, and it only cost me $5.80!

I will definatley be visitng Forever 21 again.

Pink + Aqua

I wasn't sure I was going to pull off an entry into the MIW Inspiration Board Contest this time around with all the catch up an etsy orders (yay!) I have been working on, but I just couldnt resist.......

And so I present you with a color board inspired by my two favorite colors!!!

I really love this color combination of aqua and fuschia. Actually I fancy aqua and any shade of pink! Not only is it fun, fresh and vibrant, I think it is really versatile as well. I can see it used in a modern, vintage, or bohemian style wedding!

row 1- Kiss the Groom, Kiss the Groom, Tiny Bazaar

row 2- Kiss the Groom, Ban.Do, Snippet and Ink

row 3- Amorology, Kiss the Groom, The Perfect Pallette