To Have and To Hold: Lovely Bridal Gloves and Cufflets

A pair of bridal gloves adds elegance and drama to the overall look of the wedding gown. Fingerless gloves are a favorite among brides because there's no need to take it off during the ceremony so the groom can slip on the ring.  Cufflets is also a noticeable trend. 

Bridal gloves can be made out of satin, silk or lace. They can be plain or embellished with beads. Here are a few lovely, fingerless bridal gloves or cufflets handmade by sellers from Etsy. 

Italian lace fingerless gloves : deLoop

cream lace cuffs bridal gloves : My Secret Face

ivory lace gloves embellished with beads : Tugce

Victorian inspired paisley motif lace cufflets : Le Coquette Couture 


Which one would you like to wear?

Primary Petals is Now On Etsy

Last year, Primary Petals was featured on the Weddingbug but did you know that you can now purchase online exclusive wedding decor items designed and handmade by Samantha Santana?  That's because, Primary Petals is now on Etsy.  You can read my interview with Samantha here.

1980s prom dress featured in the Super Mario Brothers themed wedding 

custom stained Balsa wood flowers

DIY Printable Wedding Invitations

Are you planning to print your own wedding invitations and save-the-date cards? Why not! Do-it-yourself printable wedding invitations are readily available online. Check out Etsy and you’ll find a number of sellers that offer cool designs – from rustic to modern and with a wide variety of themes to choose from. Below are a few tips to keep in mind: 

Read the tutorial directions. When you purchase a DIY printable template online, it comes with an easy-to-follow guide. Carefully read the instructions, making sure that you will not miss a step. 

Customize the design. DIY printable wedding invitation templates are readily available from online shops so all you have to do is download the template, load the paper, double check the printer settings and print. Sometimes,you can make your invitation more unique by making a few changes in the font size, style and color, depending on the template.

Be sure to edit all the important details.  Don't forget to make the necessary changes particularly the names, date, location, and other information.

Prepare the materials.  You will need a home color printer, card stock or specialty paper, a cutting knife, and envelopes.  See to it that your printer's ink cartridge is full.

Test print. Before using the specialty paper, do a test printing first to make sure that the alignment, font size and lay out is properly set, and that you will surely get the desired output. 

Finally, choose a seller that is ready to help and give you assistance even after you purchased the printable template. 

AmyAdamsPrintables 

beetle and quill

elsiej

herebyskye

fineanddandypaperie 

youngwanderlust 

sooncreative 

swooncreative 

stationeree

HerebySkye 

idoityourself

konadesigns

SweetPotatoShop

DontPanicDesign 

empapers

Props and Decorations for a Vintage Wedding

Recently, I made a post on how to put together a vintage-themed wedding. Today, I searched Etsy for props and decorations that can be used for a vintage wedding.  Click on the names of the seller to find more details about each item.

Things to spark inspiration for a vintage wedding: birdcage, skeleton keys, vintage typewriter, antique clocks,old lace, vintage milk bottles, apothecary jars, vintage candle holders, doilies, shabby chic photo frames, old chest, vintage trunks and suitcases, old books, vintage purse, vintage camera.

green shabby chic birdcage by redtruckdesigns 

antique apothecary bottle collection by JennasBeachRetreat 

pedestal vintage apothecary jars by Vintage Events

vintage candle holders by sherbieherbie

antique clock by LuccaBalesVintage
 

set of vintage milk bottles by HepburnHouse 

powder blue vintage paper lace ribbon by thegildedbee

vintage white milk glass by UptownThrift

vintage tray blackboard by miekekanis 

vintage skeleton keys by ashburylane
 

 

silver salt 'n pepper shakers by flattirevintage 

vintage clear glass bud vase collection by BellaHoneyArt 

white vintage birdcage by GoldAntlers

vintage milk glass vases by vintagelinensplus

shabby chic photo frames by the20minutegift 

vintage amber bottles by lazydaysrelics

vintage peach lace by SincerelyRaven 

 hand crocheted doily by PickersParadise

vintage typewriter by FreudenDesLebens

old trunk by lapomme

vintage suitcases by RattyAndCatty

vintage books by AuxJolie 

vintage camera by smilemercantile

vintage wedding beaded purse by MartiMaginnis 


Which of these vintage things would you like for your vintage wedding?

Vintage Bow Ties On Sale

These bow ties are from the Vintage Collection of Beau Ties Ltd. They are on-sale, exclusively online for $29 each.  The floral designs would make a perfect match for a spring or summer wedding.  These are the last pieces of their limited-stock fabrics.

Beau Ties Ltd

How to Put Together a Vintage Themed Wedding

Do you want a vintage-inspired wedding? If your answer is, "Yes, I do!", Here are some tips to help you plan and put it together:


Think of a theme. So you want a vintage wedding but when it comes to the theme, your imagination is the only limit. Some inspirations include a travel-themed vintage, old Hollywood wedding, a fairytale story, a bohemian wedding, or a particular era (60's wedding, 80's wedding?) that you fancy.

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Gather vintage décor.  What’s great about putting together a vintage wedding is that the décor does not need to look alike, as long as they complement each other.  Uniformity is not a factor with a vintage wedding.  It’s all about harmony.

Make a list of the possible things that you will need for the reception tables before you do your search. Having list will serve as your guide but there are no restrictions.  If you can’t find certain objects, finding alternatives is perfectly fine.  Scout thrift shops, second-hand stores, flea markets, garage sales, and online vintage shops. 

You can also ask your friends if they have vintage things in their home that they can lend you for the wedding.  If you will be borrowing vintage, make a list of each item and to whom it belongs to be sure that none will be misplaced and that everything will be returned to their owners.

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Create a vintage setting. Designing a vintage backdrop doesn’t need to be complicated.  You can look for inspirations from real weddings online.

 
Check out Catie & Ben’s vintage-inspired backyard at Green Wedding Shoes.  I love how they turned their backyard into a fairyland by hanging old window and using different vintage chairs. 

photo via: Green Wedding Shoes

by: Dana Grant Photography

Another inspiration is Larissa & Niall’s wedding. I love her goddess-style wedding dress and veil! So gorgeous!

 photos via: Green Wedding Shoes

by: Paper & Lace Photography

You should also check out Deborah & Stephen's wedding at Ruffled blog. I love how they used antique cabinet drawers to display their wedding favors and sweets.  So cool!

 photo via: Ruffledblog

by: Half Orange Photography

Make it a group project. It will be easy to put together a handmade vintage wedding with the help of family and friends. Jot down the specific tasks that need to be done and assign people to do each task.  For example, who will be in charge of the flower arrangements or the table settings? Do you plan to create your own favors or print out your own invitations?  Make sure that you have enough time to accomplish all errands. 

Know where to scrimp and where to splurge.  Many couples who chose a vintage-inspired wedding would say that they worked on a very small budget, yet they were able to put together something extraordinary. 

Some brides spend half of their wedding budget on the dress and shoes alone.  However, you can buy a really simple, inexpensive, yet classy, vintage wedding gown or a vintage pair of shoes.  It is okay to splurge a bit but you need to decide where exactly you will put in more money.  For instance, you may want to invest on photography to make sure that the best moments of your wedding will be preserved.

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Set a budget and stick to it.  A vintage-themed wedding should be budget-friendly. However, if you will not set a definite amount, you might still go over-the-budget shopping for décor that is not really necessary.  It’s always a good idea to write down the plan and calculate the exact expenses.

Do you love vintage weddings?  

Would you like to share some tips?