Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Tying Up Loose Ends

Bridesmaids' gifts all wrapped up...

The necklaces came from Forever 21.com. We did end up changing out black ribbon for cream. These were ordered almost the minute Sara got engaged...so glad we did because they are no longer there.
Here's what we came up with for the Groom's boutonniere to match Sara's very unusual bridal bouquet. This too, was originally a vintage pin from the antique store.
We got the "stems" attached, finally.

These petticoats for the Bridesmaids were the ALL-TIME goofiest idea I've ever had. Turning them into knee length (from ankle length) was a nightmare. Thanks for all your help, Margie...you're an angel!!!

And, since the little Mister will be here from London, I made him a polka-dot bow tie to match his cousins' polka-dot dresses.

Thank you for continuing to visit even though I've been on hiatus.
One day soon... : )

23 comments:

Scrap for Joy said...

Oh my gosh ML-everything is looking more beautiful by the week! Tell me that you didn't make the bridesmaid's neck-pieces. They are incredible! And the bowtie for your grandson...too cute!
Now...will you be going to a deserted island to curl up and sleep for a month when this is all over? (Are you sure you're not breaking into that chocolate for the sugar high? LOL)
xoxo
Joyce

GrandmaBev said...

Can't believe you had time to post when the wedding is only 2 days away. Mary Lou you are amazing. Everything is so beautiful. Can hardly wait to see everyone wearing their beautiful clothes and all the decorations etc.

G. said...

I'm with Grandma Bev...I can't believe you even posted even though I'm glad you did. I've been following all of your preparations and am in awe of your creativity! Did you make the necklaces for the bridesmaids? If so, I'd love to see a tutorial on how you did it! Have a great wedding day!

GRAMS said...

Everything is so fun and beautiful. Have the best time ever on the wonderful day. Hugs

Deb @ PaperTurtle said...

Love, love, love all this wedding yumminess, Mary Lou! Thanks for taking time to share it - I can only imagine how hectic things are for you these days.

I want to know more about those gorgeous necklaces for the bridesmaids! Did you make them yourself?

mysteryhistorymom said...

I'm swooning! Love every little special touch- and there are so many! Lori

Glenda/MidSouth said...

You will deserve a long peaceful rest after the wedding is over. I am really looking forward to seeing pictures of the big event. The necklaces and boutonniere are so pretty!!
It is almost time! :D

Scrappi Sandi said...

Those Bridesmaids gifts are just too beautiful...how great that you grabbed them when you did!...& the Boutonniere illicited a sigh!! Perfection!!

Reading your posts I can almost feel a palpable excitement...Thank you so much for sharing all these litle details! Amazing, isn't it, that we've never met & yet here we all are, sharing in the countdown & sending good wishes through the ether!!

Enjoy the final run-up & savour every moment of the day! I cannot wait to see pics of the actual event!

Sending {{Hugs}} & Blessings to you & yours x

marie said...

The bridesmaid gifts are perfect! Forever 21 has some great stuff!
I'm so glad that your grandson will joining in the festivities...he's going to look adorable in that bow-tie!

And may I say that every time I see (even a peek of) that bouquet I am amazed all over again! It's definitely a creation out of "The House of Whimsy"!

Liz said...

How cute. You've got to be the craftiest person I know. (Not like the BOM crafty people! ha ha) I can't wait to see how everything turns out. After all of this is over you deserve a nice long vacation with extra pampering. :)

Joy said...

So beautiful you have everything so beautiful and organized. I bet you are having a great time. Thank you so much for sharing with us.

PatQ said...

I want to come play at your house. You have the best ideas! I wish I could be so creative. Have fun at the wedding.

GARAGE SALE GAL said...

SO Exciting!!!
I hope you are also enjoying this special time!
Warmly,
deb :)

People Who Know Me Would Say: said...

So lovely, ML! Every detail so well planned!

I hope the weekend is fabulous for you all!!

Unknown said...

What beautiful necklaces for the bridesmaids, and I love the petticoats. I love the boutonnieres and how they will match Sara's bouquet. Looks like each details is perfect, including that adorable polka dot bow tie.

Karen

Lorraine said...

Everything is beautiful!

amy @ Life in Pink Hi-Tops said...

Those necklaces are sooo perfect! Everything is going to be so gorgeous!

Mimi said...

HI SWEETIE!!!
OH I cannot wait to see it all!!It is so awesome, I will be in VINTAGE Wedding day amazement!!Love it all what I can see!!
So pretty!!YOu know we love that color, I just wish we could have found that exactr sahde 6-7 years ago, Corie's was more Turquoise then Tiffany Blue like she wanted!!!But she still loves it all!!And tha tis waht matters, mine was mint green and I do not like that color for my wedding now, wish I had gone with RED!!
Have a Great day
hugs,
jamie

CosmoGirl Carla said...

Wow! Such gorgeous detail on everything. It seems you all are getting so much done so quickly. I absolutely can not wait for the big day to see it all come together in photos! Everything's just beautiful!

Unknown said...

Okay...you are really really good at this. Have you ever thought of opening a bridal shop or doing this for a living or a hobby business?
So creative...what an event...You should be on the cover of bridal magazine!
I'm so excited for the big day and to see all the pictures!

Mimi Sue said...

All of it...adorable. Have fun and enjoy the kids while they're around. The necklaces are so cute and the boutonniere is amazing. Mimi

Unknown said...

Your hiatus is thrilling us to pieces. I for one can't wait for the big day! E

Melissa said...

I love seeing all of these ideas! Are you wedding-ed out yet? :) I so wish we would have seen those necklaces. They are to die for. Thanks for sharing with us all!