The idea of decorating for Halloween in shades of white has always appealed to me. I love white, and even more, I love anything unexpected. Anything I can do to put a new spin on an old tradition is good with me. How about you?
What’s your favorite holiday trend? Or would you rather stick to tradition?
Not only are Leah and Matt beyond gorgeous, this bride and groom are also obviously a ton of fun.
Wondering what the heck I’m talking about? Just scroll a little. There’s kind of no way you’ll be disappointed.
Oh, and just in case you’re not already completely in love? Here’s a little story…
As a teenager, Leah warned her parents that when her wedding day came… she was going to need one very specific thing.
A bouncy castle.
And since her dad isn’t one to break a promise… well…
Could you possibly love them more?
Here are a few more details from Matt and Leah’s talented photographer, who captured the day so beautifully…
It was a cloudy overcast day, but you would have never known due to the pure joy that these two had for each other. These two were literally just jumping and giddy the whole day. They had been engaged for just under a year and were more than ready to finally make a commitment to each other. From the bouncy castle that her dad promised her from when she was a kid, to sneaking onto a rock quarry overseeing the Fraser Valley it was an exciting day! The day wrapped up at The Secret Garden at Woodbridge Ponds where the reception was decorated with vintage details and chandeliers!
Beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing, Luke!
Photographer: Luke Liable Photography / Ceremony Location: Hougen Park / Reception Location: The Secret Garden at Woodbridge Ponds / Dress: Galina / Groomsmen: Outfitted by The Bay / Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Zara
There was a time when I couldn’t stand a white wall… probably brought on by long periods of apartment-hopping, never settling long enough to paint the space (if I was allowed to at all).
But now that I’ve had a couple of years to recover, I find myself gravitating toward these gorgeous clean spaces.
Especially when they’re paired with those rich wooden beams.
Next home?
A girl can dream, right?
P.S. Thank you so much to everyone who filled out last week’s survey. It is amazing to have all of your feedback, and I promise it won’t go to waste. Over the next few months (and into the future) I’ll be working to make A Thousand Threads better than ever… so please do stay tuned!
And if you didn’t have a chance to participate, I’ll be leaving the survey open for at least a few weeks. Answer one question, answer them all… whatever you have time for. Every little bit helps!
(happy Wednesday — half way through the week! … … optimism helps the hump.)
Fruit Cones / Couple / Yarn Jars / Beer Vases / Strawberry Shortcake Pops / Blueberry, Strawberry, & Jicama Salsa
I know the holiday is little inconvenient this year, since it falls on a Wednesday, but are you planning a party for the 4th of July?
If I were, I would be all over those beer bottle vases and yarn jars. I feel like they’re just the right mix of pretty and fun… and could be thrown together even at the last minute for very little dough.
… did you notice how I’m talking you into throwing a party?
Nelson and Michelle chose to split their wedding into two days. The first, a Korean tea ceremony, and the second, a traditional New York celebration. The wedding took place at Battery Gardens, surrounded by beautiful blooms, a gorgeous green and white palette, and one of the cutest cakes I’ve ever seen.
Photographer: 1314 STUDIO / Reception Venue: Battery Gardens
I can barely look away from these beautiful shots. The lighting, the colors… and that puppy? He (Hurley is his name) has my heart.
Ariel and Vanessa are getting married in Puerto Rico later this year, and their super talented photographer, Kimberly Chau, will be going along. If these shots are any indication, I’m sure it will be amazing!
Photographer: Kimberly Chau Photography / Location: Hermann Park
I know I’ve been all about the sunshine lately, but I just couldn’t pass up this gorgeous winter wonderland of an engagement shoot.
And, as it turns out, while I was taking afternoon strolls in the sun, my parents were welcoming mass amounts of snow for the first time in… ever? Well, maybe since ’69.
Growing up, I really only remember visiting snow. If it fell on our house it was usually just in time to melt. I think there might have been one time when I was able to build a very small snowman. But this year, apparently anything is possible, because this week my childhood home saw a full eight inches of snow.
So, while you’re missing the snow that you might not have received this year, tell me, is this the prettiest winter shoot you’ve ever seen? I think it is.
Photographer: Gianluca Adovasio Creative Wedding Photojournalism
Native to Asia and celebrated for its bright beauty, the ranunculus is available in nearly every color, from white to pink, red, yellow, and orange. Often considered as a cost-effective alternative to the rose and the peony, the lush, multipetaled bloom is actually a relative of the buttercup — that little flower you might have picked and held close to your chin as a child — and stands just as well on its own as it does as an accent.
Season: Late fall to early spring.
Meaning: You are radiant with charm, attractive.
Pros: The sturdy stem and hardy flower of the ranunculus make it a popular choice for wedding arrangements. Once cut, ranunculus can last up to a week, making it an ideal pick for both bouquets and centerpieces.
Ranunculus comes in many colors, and is pretty in bouquets at all levels of openness, from a tight bloom to a fully open flower.
Cons: Because there is only one flower on each stem, and the flowers tend to be small, many stems will be needed in each bouquet. Unless, that is, you use the ranunculus as an accent flower.
The ranunculus can be wire-wrapped, but prefers to be in water and may begin to droop by the end of the night without it.
Photo: Once Wed
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