The Knotty Bride™ Wedding Blog + Wedding Vendor Guide

Okay, you all know how much I love the little details that go into creating the ins and outs of your wedding decor. And it’s no secret that I love me some craftaliscious gift packaging. Well, one big component of those obsessions is twine.  And for a long time, it didn’t matter what kind.  You [...]

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I love this idea… it’s something I’ve always wanted to do with the many lovely photos of my mother that my dad has taken over time.  This one’s from Cindy Russell, of her mother.  … Always loved that he took those photos.  So sweet, such a deep expression of love.  I’m joyous that they exist, [...]

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*** Scroll to the bottom of this post to turn on the musical stylings of my favorite new artist, Warpold Wine.  Mmm mmm goodness. *** So, one big decision I’ve made in the process of planning my wedding is that I’m personally going to address the envelopes that will hold my save-the-dates, and then, based [...]

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There are lots of reasons why the holidays are one of my favorite times of the year, but ranking high among them are the following two: ~ dreamy and delightful holiday decor ~ pretty packaging perfection by incredibly creative crafters Combine those two with my absolute favorite thing in general and of all time – [...]

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Don’t you wish you could wrap your gifts this perfectly? I do. But, unless we’re sending our packages via email – aka not sending real gifts to people in real life, a serious holiday-fail – we’ll just have to settle for a little human error in our gift wrapping efforts.  Fortunately, there are gift wrapping [...]

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I count her among my favorite stationers.  She makes fabulously pretty paper, and inspires me just as much as this lovely lady.  Her name is Lisa Hoffman, and she’s the creative force behind Ceci New York… Lisa designed this luxurious wedding suite of lavender, deep purple and brilliant blue.  Her paper perfection was the featured [...]

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{source} Yesterday, I received a package.  I was promised it would arrive several days ago, but, as you can easily infer, it didn’t.  I’m not so much a stickler for timeliness as I am someone who appreciates keeping your word if you’ve promised something.  So, it shouldn’t surprise any of you that I wasn’t too [...]

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While rifling through some paper goods in house and online today, I rediscovered something.  Something really special.  I’ve seen her work before; colorful, expertly drawn prints… … and flawless, unique stationery… … but she’s got something pretty awesome of which I just caught wind, and I cannot wait to tell you about it. I’m talking [...]

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Recently, I came across a breathtaking wedding out of Montecito, California, while searching out inspiration for my own.  A common scenario, yes.  But this wedding, it’s far from common.  I’d say it’s among the most dreamy, ethereal wedding events I’ve EVER had the pleasure of viewing.  But it’s no wonder, since the couple chose none [...]

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{Image by Donna Newman via The Bride’s Guide} The future hubby and I are sending out our Save the Dates in a matter of days.  A teensy weensy bit later than I had hoped, but still within the proper limits set by those masters and mistresses of industry.  Sorry… can’t reveal the final product yet [...]

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There are a few weddings that truly have my heart.  These weddings accomplish what I personally consider to be among the most important details in planning one’s perfect wedding.  Here’s the short list, in no particular order: 1. They are brilliantly colored… 2. They reflect the personalities and interests of the bride and her groom… [...]

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{Photography} Okay, see now THIS  is why I want to make time for a pre-wedding glam shoot in New York City.  I encourage you to click on the photo below to behold its true size and unleash its impact… for, my friends, it is impactful. As I write this, our wedding plans do not include [...]

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They’re staring at that horizon for a reason… Thing is, I’m not a bird, so I’d be lying if I claimed to know why.  What I can tell you is why I would fix my eyes on that view: To me, a sunset horizon is peaceful and soothing to the soul.  Its colors are awe-inspiring; [...]

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Cheree Berry’s my hero (of weddings).  Here’s why. As you know, I’m a big fan of the wedding wow factor – whether it be an inspirational color scheme as unique as it is stunning, details that inspire the crafty creative inside me, or invitation suites that seamlessly tie into the wedding they are so dutifully [...]

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In the words of Randy Savage, oooohhh yeeeeaaaahhh. I am totally psyched for this new installment here at TKB. So, let’s get right to it! Engagement shoot’s can benefit from a prop now and then.  Tiffany and Will, once featured on Style Me Pretty, had a shoot that might offer a little heart-felt inspiration: How [...]

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Are you all about the details and looking for a special way to personalize your wedding correspondence?  Or are you searching for a way to ensure that your save-the-date isn’t accidentally tossed in the trash, tragically mistaken for a piece of junk mail? Whether it’s the former or the latter, I’ve got something that might [...]

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Ok, LOVING this board from the Style Circle over at Style Me Pretty.  If you’re unfamiliar with the name Cheree Berry, I suggest you click on her name and take a look at what I think are some of the most beautiful, colorful and exquisite wedding invitations I’ve had the pleasure of beholding.  Wow, that [...]

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Today, we’ve got some brilliant little DIY projects from the great Martha Stewart that’ll really show your creative side to each and every single one of your wedding guests.  If you’re crafty, and you’re looking for a few inspiring ways to make your invitations uniquely yours, get ready for some inspiration! Perfect for a winter [...]

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