These rings are just too much. When I stumbled on this photo on Pinterest, I thought I would be able to find a link to purchase them – little did I know they were a DIY project! I was floored…and after reading the simple tutorial, I was inspired to possibly make a trip to the nearest craft store and give it a whirl myself! These would also make really spectacular and unique gifts for girlfriends or family!
Hitched
Hitched Palm Springs from Shark Pig on Vimeo.
Someone get me to Hitched 2012.
I’m totally & completely serious.
Valentine’s Day 2011
I’ve been hearing a lot of negative comments this year about Valentine’s Day, but I have to admit that I really enjoy the holiday, mostly due to the fact that the hubs and I celebrate it a little more non-traditionally. We don’t make reservations at a fancy resturant, we don’t wear matching outfits, we don’t buy each other flowers and stuffed bears. We try our best to celebrate our love in a low key, yet romantic way.
Last year, we had a picnic in our soon-to-be-home, followed by a trip to IKEA and a home-cooked dinner while playing Star Trek scrabble. Awesome? I know.
This year, it was my turn. I decided to decorate the dining area in all things pink & red, and try my hand at both breakfast and dinner. It was a daunting task, but surprisingly a success! Granted, the hubs helped me a lot, but I was impressed with my growing abilities in the kitchen.
Lovable Friday: Valentine’s Edition
Nothing is more endearing than a chalkboard, hearts and an adorably nerdy couple. This engagement shoot pulls on all of my heartstrings. Future brides, take note. Find yourself a usable elementary classroom, pick up some colored chalk and a pair of grandfather cardigans, and you’ll be set! 😉
Dirty 30’s Moodboard
So the whole idea behind our 30th birthdays was that we were going to celebrate by traveling to Europe. No big parties, no big hoopla. Yeah, I always have a hard time doing low key. It’s just not my style. 😉
After some thought, I decided I was still going to celebrate my big 3-0 after all. Although nothing out of this world, I am planning a very fun fiesta at our home. Although I don’t have a theme per say, I will be hosting a pool party “to wash away the dirty in my 30’s,” in our hopefully (at that time) renovated pool. I want a cute and kitschy vibe going – very outdoor BBQ-esque, complete with cocktails in mason jars, paper straws, bunting, great music, hula hoop competitions and a DIY photobooth. And color, color, color!
1. 30 Mylar balloon
2. Hula hoop competition
3. Photobooth mustache props
4. Anthropologie bikini
5. Confetti System
6. Personalized cake banner
7. Fun DIY headdresses
8. Polka dot bunting
9. Paper pinwheels
10. Ice cream sandwiches
11. Mason jar drinks
12. Pom cupcake toppers
13. Mini Sofia champagne – {coupon codes}
I’m hoping to tackle a lot of DIY projects for the party and really make it my own, after all, I have 6 months to plan away! I really like the whole playful, youthful theme (guess I do have a theme after all!) for my 30th birthday, as I still feel as vibrant and full of life as I did back when I turned 21. Possibly, even more. I look back at my past with nostalgia and so many happy memories, and embrace my future with open arms, full of hope and excitement.