tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28651507155694425992024-03-06T01:39:12.742+10:00With Love - Fine Wedding StationeryWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.comBlogger68125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-39622666320474042972012-09-13T18:15:00.006+10:002012-09-15T17:20:39.927+10:00Event Wrap-Up :: Byron Bay Bridal Showcase<img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-30.jpg"><br><br />A few months back, I was lucky enough to be asked to be part of the <a href="http://www.byronbridal.com" target="_blank">Byron Bay Bridal Showcase</a>. I immediately jumped at the opportunity as I knew it was going to be something really special. Created by <a href="http://www.jennifergifforddesigns.com/" target="_blank">Jennifer Gifford</a>, the event was created to steer clear of a typical expo or wedding fair format, leaving couples feeling inspired, not overwhelmed. It was an opportunity for vendors in the region, to showcase their work through three styled spaces, vintage, romantic and bohemian, set in the darling Ewingsdale Hall, Byron Bay. The result was a stunning visual feast of colour and creativity.<br><br />I was honoured to be paired with the lovely ladies from <a href="http://www.lovebirdweddings.com.au/" target="_blank">Lovebird Weddings</a> (planners and stylists of original weddings), <a href="http://beautiflora.com/" target="_blank">Beautiflora</a> (florist and lover of botanical beauty) and <a href="http://www.justlovetogive.com.au/" target="_blank">Just Love to Give</a> (supplier of and devotee of all things sweet) to create a styled space with a 'bohemian' theme.<br><br /> As stylists and prop providers, it was <a href="http://www.lovebirdweddings.com.au/" target="_blank">Lovebird's</a> job to put together the concept for the space, incorporating the rest of the team's ideas and ensuring that our work was showcased in the best way possible.Trudy and the girls were an absolute dream to work with and their ideas and creativity simply blew me away. As a team, we agreed that the space needed to be warm, free-spirited, relaxed, romantic and fun with a touch of elegance incorporating lovely textures - think leathers, velvets, soft cottons, crochet. The colour palette was based on dark, rustic woods, teamed with apricots, peaches and creams for a soft romantic feel and set off with bold shades of cranberry, red wine, burgundy, deep plum, mustard, orange and sage.<br><br />{side note} All images to follow by <a href="http://www.ryderevansphotography.com.au" target="_blank">Ryder Evans Photography</a>, also an excellent wedding photographer - you should pop on over and check out his work <a href="http://www.ryderevansphotography.com.au" target="_blank">here</a> ;-)<br><br /> <span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong>The focal points</strong></span><br /> <strong>An 8-seater reception table</strong> in rustic wood, custom designed by Lovebird Weddings was the centrepiece of the space, complimented by a gorgeous lighting installation from the clever chaps at <a href="http://northcoastevents.com.au/" target="_blank">North Coast Events</a>. I highly recommend these guys - they were one of my personal favourites from the vendors involved. An abundance of mismatched amber, tarnished gold and glass vessels with flower stems, candles and votives and crocheted doilies appeared on the table. Each setting included matching plates, offset by handmade napkins in different floral fabrics, mismatched glassware, personal menus and place cards featuring guinea feathers and cotton twine. Adorning the bridal chairs were two amazing floral wreaths created by <a href="http://beautiflora.com/" target="_blank">Beautiflora</a> and like the napkins, each chair featured handmade cushions in different floral fabrics.<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-10.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-138.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-16.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-54.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-9.jpg"><br><br /> <strong>The dressing room corner</strong> set the scene of a bohemian bride getting ready. Upon a gorgeous wooden dresser was a beautiful bridal bouquet, groom's buttonhole and a handwritten love letter from the groom. A pair of weathered boots, old woodstock vinyls, vintage lamp and dreamcatcher, added to the homely feel of the space.<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-89.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-94.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-95.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-92.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-90.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-93.jpg"><br><br /> <strong>The decadence corner</strong> incorporating an old wooden kitchen hutch, featured the sweets selection from <a href="http://www.justlovetogive.com.au/" target="_blank">Just Love to Give</a> and in and around were delicate floral stems. A home-made carrot cake was the feature dessert along with jam drops, turkish delight, coconut macaroons and more, each labelled with a sweet free-standing sign or label tied on with cotton twine.<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-13.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-14.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-18.jpg"><br><br /> <span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong>The stationery suite</strong></span><br /> For the space, I produced a stationery suite incorporating a folded invitation, rsvp and additional information card, individual menus, place setting cards, and dessert table signage, which were displayed in and around the space and on a dark timber panel board on an easel. I wanted the stationery suite to feel personal and fun, with a sophisticated edge, through careful selection of typefaces, illustrated elements and decorative embellishments. On a combination of textured and smooth uncoated paper stocks, handwritten and sans serif style typefaces and graphic elements were printed in dark brown, cream, burnt orange and wine. Guinea feathers and cream cotton twine adding the finishing touch.<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-1.jpg"><br><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-2.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-3.jpg"><br><br /> <span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong>Other Highlights<br /> </strong></span>I really could go on and on about this event as the calibre of talent was incredible, however here's just a small selection of the elements that really caught my eye...<br><br /> <strong>Cakes </strong>:: <a href="http://thecakethatateparis.com.au/" target="_blank">The Cake That Ate Paris</a> for Team Romantic - Bree is one seriously talented lady! The most darling ruffle cake designed to feature as a top tier of your cake was my favourite. Bree also provided samplers of her cakes and cake pops - let's just say they did not last long!<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-7.jpg"><br><br /> <strong>Blackboard artwork</strong> :: <a href="http://blackboardartworx.com.au/mywork.htm" target="_blank">Blackboard Artworx</a> for Team Romantic was a gorgeous feature within this space. <br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-135.jpg"><br><br /> <strong>Florals </strong>:: <a href="http://www.elyssiumblooms.com.au/" target="_blank">Elyssium Blooms</a> for Team Vintage. I just love Elyse's aesthetic - her arrangements were breathtaking.<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-43.jpg" alt=""> <br><br /> <strong>Colour Palette </strong>:: Team Vintage - lavender and candy apple red (there were toffee apples!) was the base for this beautiful space. Unexpected yet stunning. Loved it! <br><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-106.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-105.jpg"><br><br /> <strong>Lighting </strong>:: As mentioned above, the boys from <a href="http://northcoastevents.com.au/" target="_blank">North Coast Events</a> absolutely blew me away with each lighting installation - the light that framed the stage and vendors lounge was absolutely stunning as was the feature installation for team vintage. Bravo boys!<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-45.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-81.jpg"><br><br /> <strong>Matt Barwick</strong> :: The uber talented <a href="http://mattbarwickfilms.com/" target="_blank">Matt Barwick</a> was there to showcase his beautiful wedding films on a large plasma screen, complete with headphones to completely absorb the experience. I could bang-on about this guy's work for days... it's bananas! This feature film is a favourite of mine...<br><br /><iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/32137885?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0&color=B89574" width="500" height="400" frameborder="0" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe><br><br /> <strong>Attire</strong> :: <a href="http://www.jennifergifforddesigns.com/" target="_blank">Jennifer Gifford's</a> ready made gowns did not disappoint and <a href="http://www.wilvalor.com.au/" target="_blank">Wil Valor</a> showcased the most dapper suits for the stylish groom.<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-8.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-39.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-75.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-66.jpg"><br><br /> <strong>Entertainment</strong> :: Some super talented musicians added to the relaxed feel of the event however the sweet vocal stylings of <a href="http://elizadear.com.au/" target="_blank">Eliza Dear</a> and chilled out tunes of <a href="http://timstokesmusic.com/fr_home.cfm" target="_blank">Tim Stokes</a> were my personal faves. <br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-115.jpg"><br><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-67.jpg"><br><br /> <strong>Outdoor area </strong>:: Judi from <a href="http://littlegraystation.com/" target="_blank">Little Gray Station</a> (for Team Vintage) styled a relaxed seating area outside the hall for couples wishing to stay a while - my favourite pieces were her stunning french metal chairs, the beautiful 'charlotte' french sofa and long farm-house style table custom made by her talented hubby Kris!<br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-28.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-29.jpg"><br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-27.jpg" /><br /><br /> <strong>Coffee van</strong> :: (<a href="http://www.grinddatecoffee.com.au/" target="_blank">Grind Date Coffee</a> ) Hello caffeine fix! Need I say more... <br><br /> <strong>Flower Booth</strong> :: Couples were able to purchase hand-tied flowers via the flower booth by <a href="http://imbueweddings.com.au/" target="_blank">Imbue Weddings</a>. Adorable! <br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/BBBS/Ryder-Evans-Photography-BBBS-137.jpg"><br><br /> A huge thank you to Trudy, Nadia, Joelle, Britte and Claire - you are all so very talented at what you do and I'm absolutely blessed to have met you and looking forward to working with you all again soon. To Jennifer, thank you so much for putting together such an incredible showcase. I am absolutely looking forward to doing it all again next year. <br><br /> Jackie xo<br/><br /> WITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-46921820444002066532012-08-17T09:31:00.005+10:002012-08-17T11:59:32.721+10:00Lately...Why hello my pretties, thank you for stopping by after what has clearly been, quite the lengthy digital hiatus on all accounts! The last couple of months have passed in the blink of an eye… mid August already? Sheesh. Now that I'm finally on top of things, (or so it seems!) here's a little update of what I've been up to and what's to come! <br><br /> <span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong>Byron Bay Bridal Showcase</strong></span><br />If you follow my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/withloveweddings" target="_blank">facebook</a> page, you will know about my involvement in the <a href="http://www.byronbridal.com" target="_blank">BBBS</a> and let me tell you, it was AMAZING. If you didn't make it down, don't despair - I will be dedicating an entire post to this next week as a brief write up in this post certainly does not do it justice! The event was one of the most inspiring I've ever been a part of - definitely NOT your run-of-the-mill expo. It was completely jam packed with a whole lot of loveliness from lots of super-talented suppliers, including the fabulous <a href="http://www.jennifergifforddesigns.com/" target="_blank">Jennifer Gifford</a> who organised the whole event. Massive credit and thank you to you Jen! Until next week, here's an image of the styled space that 'Team Bohemian' created (<a href="http://www.lovebirdweddings.com.au/" target="_blank">Love Bird Weddings</a>, <a href="http://www.justlovetogive.com.au/" target="_blank">Just Love to Give</a>, <a href="http://beautiflora.com/" target="_blank">Beautiflora</a> and yours truly!), shot by <a href="http://www.ryderevansphotography.com.au" target="_blank">Ryder Evans Photography</a> (an incredible wedding photographer too I might add). <br><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Byron-Bay-Bridal-Showcase-Ryder-Evans-Photography.jpg" alt="Byron Bay Bridal Showcase Team Bohemian" width="500" height="333" /><br />{Image :: <a href="http://www.ryderevansphotography.com.au" target="_blank">Ryder Evans Photography</a>}<br><br /><span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong>New ready-made design</strong></span><br /> In lieu of the BBBS, you may have noticed we did not release a new design last month however, an exciting NEW design will released very soon. Stay tuned for a little sneak peak and the release date...<br><br /> <span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong>Custom launch</strong></span><br /> WITHLOVE is now available for your custom design needs! Hooray! This has been a long-time coming and I'm so excited to offer my services to clients who want an invitation and stationery suite created just for them... from scratch! So if you dig our style, but it's not quite what you're looking for, contact me for a custom quote. More information to come on the website soon!<br><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/tumblr_m5qids6ic11rrjjxto1_500.jpg" alt="Quote" width="500" height="515" /><br /> {Image via <a href="http://movemequotes.tumblr.com/post/25256344243/ones-destination-is-never-a-place-but-rather-a" target="_blank">Move Me Quotes</a>} <span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong><br><br /> Website + VIP newsletter</strong></span><br /> Exciting news - I'll be doing a little bit of a refresh on the website over the coming months to bring you an even better WITHLOVE experience, which also includes integrating this here blog, into the site. Additionally, if you are a VIP subscriber, there's a few changes coming your way - a new and improved newsletter (I hope you'll agree!) will be landing in your inbox next month!<br><br /> Phew! I'd love to hear what's been keeping you occupied this winter - maybe a fabulous diy project on the go or some exciting wedding plans? <br><br /> Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-38874451019023298362012-04-10T16:24:00.005+10:002012-04-12T10:41:52.049+10:00Be Inspired :: 'For the Love of Retro' ThemeThis month's theme was the inspiration behind our featured design, <a href="http://withloveweddings.blogspot.com.au/2012/04/introducing-she-said-yes-special-offer.html" target="_blank">'She Said Yes'</a>. This theme is a whole lot of fun with a vintage vibe {in a cool retro 50s way}.<br /><br />Set the mood :: Experiment with vintage typefaces, bold and bright block colours, repurposed wood and chippy paint, mismatched frames, soda pop and striped straws, full skirts, bold red lips, chalkboards, typewriters and other vintage finds, retro cool. <br /><br />Colour palette :: Red, ivory, mustard and violet. <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Mood-Boards/No.6-She-Said-Yes-Inspiration-Board.jpg" alt="'For the Love of Retro' Theme Board by WITHLOVE" width="500" height="735" /><br /><br /><strong>Featured wedding stationery:</strong><br /> 1. <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/she-said-yes/" target="_blank">'She Said Yes'</a> RSVP postcard <em><br /> Also in this scene:</em><br /> 2. Vintage Number Labels by <a href="http://presentandcorrect.com/item.php?item_id=1258" target="_blank">Present & Correct</a> | 3. Image via <a href="http://inspacesbetween.com/" target="_blank">In Spaces Between</a> | 4. Image via <a href="http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2012/04/04/town-country-england-wedding-lisa-rory/" target="_blank">100 Layer Cake</a> | 5. Image via <a href="http://eversolovely.com/2012/01/wedding-wednesday-vintage-inspired-gowns-by-kt-jean/" target="_blank">Ever So Lovely</a> | 6. Image via <a href="http://greenweddingshoes.com/a-vintage-country-picnic-wedding-in-missouri-melissa-dan/" target="_blank">Green Wedding Shoes</a> | 7. Image via <a href="http://www.snippetandink.com/photo-features/great-gatsby-art-deco-inspired-wedding/" target="_blank">Snippet & Ink</a> | 8. Image via <a href="http://parcelpost.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Parcel Post</a> | 9. Image via <a href="http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2012/04/04/town-country-england-wedding-lisa-rory/" target="_blank">100 Layer Cake</a> | 10. Image via <a href="http://greenweddingshoes.com/a-vintage-country-picnic-wedding-in-missouri-melissa-dan/" target="_blank">Green Wedding Shoes</a> | 11. Image via <a href="http://bouquet-bouquet.com/625/" target="_blank">Bouquet Bouquet</a><br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-56755250850892202882012-04-10T16:05:00.004+10:002012-04-10T16:11:30.166+10:00Introducing 'She Said Yes' + a special offer!<img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/She-Said-Yes-Invite-WITHLOVE.jpg" alt="She Said Yes invitation card by WITHLOVE fine wedding stationery" /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/She-Said-Yes-RSVP-WITHLOVE.jpg" alt="She Said Yes RSVP postcard by WITHLOVE fine wedding stationery" /><br /><br />Introducing <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/she-said-yes/">'She Said Yes'</a> - a lively wedding stationery suite made for the couple who want something simplistic in design, making a bold statement. The real hero of this design is the strong typeface contrasted with a pretty script. It's a little retro, a little cutesy and a whole lot of cool. Selected pieces are supplied with satin ribbon to finish (as depicted on our website). <br /><br /><span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong>SPECIAL OFFER - Mention this post and receive 10% off when you place an order from our 'She Said Yes' suite of stationery! Hurry, ends 11 May, 2012.</strong></span><br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-74521376768670264722012-03-24T14:20:00.003+10:002012-03-24T14:29:18.186+10:00Be Inspired :: Delightful DetailsHello sunshine! I hope the weekend is treating you well. Today's wedding round up is a special one as it features an ex-colleague and friend of mine, Carolynn and her gorgeous wedding to her man Tom, captured by the amazing <a href="http://www.karenbuckle.com/" target="_blank">Karen Buckle</a>! Congratulations once again you two! Here goes...<br /><br /> An alternative to a traditional wedding cake...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Say-Cheese-Tower.jpg" alt="" /><br />... a <em>cheese</em> cake! I am all for dessert (self-confessed sweet-tooth over here) but how amazing are these cheese towers! Yum! {from <a href="http://www.saycheesetowers.com/" target="_blank">Say Cheese Towers</a>}<br /><br /><br />This colour palette...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Machell-Fox-Rabbit-Bayly-Moore.jpg" alt="" /><br />... grape, gold, amber and plum - so pretty! {by the clever folks Machell - styling, Bayly and Moore - photography and Fox and Rabbit - flowers - view the shoot <a href="http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.412758292074042.117281.373742222642316&type=1" target="_blank">here</a>}<br /><br /><br />This unbelievable dress...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Tadashi-Shoji-Kellee-Walsh.jpg" alt="" /><br />... the workmanship, detail, cut, draping, shade - swoon! {by <a href="http://www.tadashishoji.com/" target="_blank">Tadashi Shoji</a> via <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/australia-weddings/2012/03/21/sydney-wedding-by-kellee-walsh/" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty</a>, photographed by <a href="http://www.kelleewalsh.com/" target="_blank">Kellee Walsh</a>}<br /><br /><br />This floral installation...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Cecilia-Fox.jpg" alt="" /><br />... an absolute work of art {by <a href="http://www.ceciliafox.com.au/" target="_blank">Cecilia Fox</a>}<br /><br /><br />And last, but certainly not least, the wedding of the aforementioned Carolynn + Tom...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Carolynn-Tom-Karen-Buckle-1.jpg" alt="" /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Carolynn-Tom-Karen-Buckle-2.jpg" alt="" /><br />... my favourite detail, aside from the gorgeous stationery of course - the sweet pea favours! A very fitting and personal touch, given Carolynn and Tom's line of work (they are the talented team behind <a href="http://thesmallgarden.com.au/" target="_blank">The Small Garden</a>). Photographed by <a href="http://www.karenbuckle.com/" target="_blank">Karen Buckle</a>, be sure to view the <a href="http://www.karenbuckle.com/joy/2012/03/tom-carolynns-noosa-wedding.html" target="_blank">full wedding</a> over on Karen's blog. Styled to perfection!<br /><br />I'm feeling extra spritely today as I'm finally getting over an icky cold - hurrah! May you enjoy what's left of the weekend - can't wait to catch up next week.<br /><br />Jackie <div>xo<br /></div>WITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-60017439495629466362012-03-24T09:07:00.002+10:002012-03-24T09:10:45.577+10:00Be Inspired :: Words to Live By<img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/life-amazing.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br /> <a href="http://halffullkindagirl.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">{Image}</a><br /><br />Sometimes a reminder is nice, especially when one has been under the weather this week and is in need of a boost.<br /> <br />Jackie <br />xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-56581367009350073822012-03-19T07:09:00.003+10:002012-03-19T07:19:06.100+10:00Caught My EyeGood morning my pretties, hope you had a glorious weekend. You know what they say, one man's trash is another man's treasure and currently, I'm obsessed with the idea of upcycling - giving old pieces of furniture or useless objects a makeover to create something new and exciting. No, no, no, I'm not talking about sanding and slapping on some paint or stain on an op-shop find... I'm talking about taking an object and turning it into something with a new purpose - a complete <em>reinvention. </em>Enter my latest find, <a href="http://decorhacks.com/" target="_blank">Decor Hacks</a>, a site that showcases some of the best furniture/object transformations. Here are some of my favourites...<br /><br />I love the look of this tree branch lamp...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Caught-My-Eye/2012-03-19/tree-lamp-1.jpg" alt="Tree lamp" /><br />From <a href="http://www.gardendesign.com/diy-tree-lamp" target="_blank">Garden Design</a> via Decor Hacks <br /><br /><br />How about a door-turned-coffee table...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Caught-My-Eye/2012-03-19/door-coffee-table.jpg" alt="Door coffee table" /><br />From <a href="http://unskinnyboppy.blogspot.com.au/2010/01/exterior-door-turned-coffee-table-aka.html" target="_blank">Unskinny Boppy</a> via Decor Hack <br /><br /><br />Book shelving <em>(literally!)</em><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Caught-My-Eye/2012-03-19/shelf-main_300.jpg" alt="Book shelving" /><br />From <a href="http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/home-improvement/create-book-shelves-00000000035586/index.html" target="_blank">Real Simple</a> via Decor Hack<br /><br /><br />I adore this side table made from a log slice and a cheap ikea stool...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Caught-My-Eye/2012-03-19/log-side-table.jpg" alt="Log slice side table" /><br />From <a href="http://seakettle.com/?p=1285" target="_blank">Seakettle</a> via Decor Hack <br /><br /><br />Working with a small backyard? Check out this space-saving planter wall made from humble cinder blocks... (<em>side note: </em>love the acapulco chair - this is <a href="http://www.fromtheowl.com/shop/category/living-chairs" target="_blank">where</a> you can get one)<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Caught-My-Eye/2012-03-19/DIY-Planter2.jpg" alt="DIY Planter" /><br />From <a href="http://traditionallymoderndesigns.blogspot.com.au/2009/08/diy-cinder-block-planter.html" target="_blank">Traditionally Modern Designs</a> via Decor Hack<br /><br /><br />How about this mismatched chair bench...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Caught-My-Eye/2012-03-19/mismatched-chair-bench.jpg" alt="Mismatched Chair Bench" /><br />From <a href="http://kindallscreations.blogspot.com.au/2011/05/three-becomes-one.html" target="_blank">Kindall's Creations</a> via Decor Hack<br /><br /><br />I am sucker for old suitcases so I'm loving this vintage suitcase coffee table...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Caught-My-Eye/2012-03-19/vintage-suitcase-coffee-table.jpg" alt="Vintage suitcase coffee table" /><br />From <a href="http://www.designsponge.com/2011/03/diy-project-ashleys-vintage-suitcase-coffee-table.html" target="_blank">Design Sponge</a> via Decor Hack<br /><br />The best part about repurposing objects or furniture is creating your very own, one-of-a-kind piece - pretty awesome huh! I have a number of projects swirling around in my mind and when time permits, I'll be sure to share with you. Until then, tell me about your own 'hack' - whether it be for your home or for your wedding, I'd love to hear. <br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-10382297744785650722012-03-12T18:23:00.008+10:002012-03-13T07:06:41.383+10:00Be Inspired :: For the Love of Colour!If you are having a winter wedding, your colour palette need not be dull. Deep, rich colour contrasted with uplifting shades of green and yellow make our featured colour palette anything but boring. <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Love-Colour/Colour-Palette-Dark-Plum.jpg"><br /><br /><a href="http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2011/02/15/vintage-phoenix-wedding/" target="_blank">{Image by Sloan Photographers via Elizabeth Ann Designs} </a><br /><br />Inspired by this image, I've put together this colour palette of swatches from our <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/colour-chart/" target="_blank">colour chart</a>, <em>dark plum</em>, <em>custard</em>, <em>soft caramel</em> and <em>seafoam</em>, available with the purchase of a <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/sample-packs/" target="_blank">sample pack</a> from our wedding stationery range. <br /><br />On a side note, I love this frame by Sloan Photographers - in fact, I simply ADORE everything about <a href="http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2011/02/15/vintage-phoenix-wedding/" target="_blank">this entire wedding</a>!<br /><br />I'd love to hear about the colour palette you've selected for your wedding and the inspiration behind it. Or, if you're looking for colour palette advice for your stationery/wedding we'd love to assist! Either way, please feel free to leave your comment below - don't be shy ;)<br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-5985510842131675542012-03-01T19:32:00.006+10:002012-03-02T07:39:54.839+10:00Be Inspired :: Delightful DetailsHip-hip-hooray - it's FRIDAY! I hope you enjoy this week's round up of fabulous wedding details... you know what to do! <br /><br /> These bridal accessories...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Johanna-Johnson.jpg" alt="" /><br />... I am a long-time fan of this designer and these pieces have me in complete awe<br /><a href="http://store.johannajohnson.com/Products/Bridal%20Accessories/Headpieces/Wheat_Headband_on_Ivory_Tulle__JJA2074.aspx" target="_blank">{Wheat Headband on Ivory Tulle</a> + <a href="http://store.johannajohnson.com/Products/Trousseau%20Occasion/Capes/Harlow_Cape__JJTO4004.aspx" target="_blank">Harlow Cape</a>, by Johanna Johnson}<br /><br /><br /> This chalk installation...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Dana-Tanamachi.jpg" alt="" /><br />... creative wedding reception art! {by the super talented <a href="http://www.danatanamachi.com/chalk" target="_blank">Dana Tanamachi</a>}<br /><br /><br />Everything about this shoot... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details//March-2012/Teeki-Designs.jpg" alt="" /><br />...perfection from all involved! {photographed and via <a href="http://www.photographybynadean.com.au/teeki-designs-collaboration-shoot-sneak-peek/" target="_blank">Photography by Nadean</a>}<br/><br /><br /> This sweet little burlap flower cone... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/March-2012/Burlap-Cones.jpg" alt="" /><br />... a rustic take on a traditional paper version <a href="http://diy.weddingbee.com/topic/burlap-cones" target="_blank">{via DIY Wedding Bee}</a><br /><br /><br />This hairstyle... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details//March-2012/Hair.jpg" alt="" /><br />... who doesn't love loose plaits and a pretty bow! {<a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/43699058854319464/" target="_blank">via Pinterest</a>}<br /><br /> <br />This venue...<br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details//March-2012/Lightspace-Amini-S60.jpg" alt="" /><br />... I love an industrial space and this venue is in right here in Brisbane - definitely worth a look! {<a href="http://lightspacebrisbane.wordpress.com/2011/04/19/amini-concepts-wedding-shoot/" target="_blank">Lightspace</a> styled by the very clever <a href="http://www.aminiconcepts.com" target="_blank">Amini Concepts</a> and photographed by my friends at <a href="http://www.studio60.com.au" target="_blank">Studio 60 Photography</a>}<br /><br /><br /><br />And last, but definitely not least, this wedding feature film...<br /><br /><iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/32137885?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0" width="500" height="281" frameborder="0" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe><a href="http://vimeo.com/32137885"></a><br />I am beyond smitten with Matt's work. His films are unlike anything I have seen before. Make sure you have tissues on hand... you have been warned! {by <a href="http://mattbarwickfilms.com/blog/sian-ryan/" target="_blank">Matt Barwick Films</a>}<br /><br />See you next week lovers!<br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-46548172293185141032012-02-29T18:45:00.004+10:002012-04-12T10:42:17.249+10:00Real Wedding :: Kyrie + RobHello there my lovelies, do I have a treat for you today! I've been bursting to share this stunning wedding with you all for quite some time now and after playing catch-ups, it's finally here! So without further ado, meet Kyrie + Rob. This lovely couple were married in June last year and as you will see from the fabulous images captured by <a href="http://www.focusfilms.com.au/" target="_blank">Focus Films</a>, the day was absolutely beautiful - Kyrie is flawless! <br /><br /><strong>Kyrie + Rob :: Saturday 25 June 2011</strong><br /><em>Mt Cotton, Brisbane, Queensland</em><br /><br /> Kyrie first met Rob when a company she worked for paid for personal training sessions for their staff - Rob was one of the trainers. <em>"I started doing 4 sessions a week with him and the 3 days I didn't get to see him, I was really sad! After a few months we randomly bumped into each other whilst out one night and we've been together ever since!</em>"<br /><br /> The proposal took place a week after Kyrie's birthday. Kyrie reminisces,<em> "Rob surprised me with a picnic at New Farm Park, which is also where we had our first date. He got down on one knee, I cried, he cried. It was very sweet and romantic."</em><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-1-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="352"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-2-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-2a-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-3-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /><strong>Theme </strong>:: <em>"Classic with a hint of vintage."</em><br /><br /><strong>Ceremony Location </strong>:: Kyrie + Rob's ceremony took place by the Laguna at <a href="http://www.sirromet.com/weddings-and-receptions.html" target="_blank">Sirromet Winery</a>, Mt Cotton, Brisbane. <em>"It was a beautiful winter's day, surrounded by all the poeple we love. I walked down the aisle to our favourite song, Come Away with Me by Norah Jones. My family are Mormon, so we had a Morman Bishop marry us. He is actually a long time family friend and has known me since I was a baby, so it was very special."</em><br /> <br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-5-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-4-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-6-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-7-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /><strong>Reception Venue </strong>:: The reception was held at Restaurant Lurleen's also at <a href="http://www.sirromet.com/weddings-and-receptions.html" target="_blank">Sirromet Winery</a>. <em>"The staff were amazing, the food was incredible, the whole night was unbelievable."</em><br /><br /><strong>Wedding Gown </strong>:: Kyrie was breaktaking in an ivory ball gown from <a href="http://www.darbbridalcouture.com.au/" target="_blank">Darb Bridal Couture</a>. <em>"It was probably the 10th dress I tried on and as soon as I saw it, I knew it was the one! It fit perfectly with our theme of classic, with a hint of vintage. I felt amazing in it, just like you should on your wedding day!</em>" Kyrie sourced the bridesmaids dresses from <a href="http://www.countryroad.com.au/" target="_blank">Country Road.</a><em>"I had bought the dress for myself, a few months prior to the engagement and it was only until after Rob and I got engaged, I thought how well it would translate to bridesmaids dresses and the girls agreed. We were also really lucky to find matching shoes at Nine West!"</em><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-8-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-9-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-10-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /> <strong>Groom's Attire </strong>:: <em>"I actually didn't see their suits until I was walking down the aisle on our wedding day! Rob surprised me and picked the boys suits himself. It was a little nerve-racking considering he didn't know what my dress was like either! But they all looked really handsome and it worked out well!<strong>"</strong></em> Nice work boys - very dapper!<strong><br /><br />Photographer </strong>:: <a href="http://www.focusfilms.com.au/" target="_blank">Focus Films</a> did an outstanding job of documenting Kyrie + Rob's day. <em>"They captured the moments, rather than created the moments and we have had endless comments on how amazing our photos are. They also captured our day on video, which is so special to watch, it's like a mini movie. They went above and beyond for us by providing two videographers on the day and by actually listening to what we wanted!"</em><br /><br /><strong>Florist</strong>:: The stunning floral arrangements, bouquets and buttonholes were from <a href="http://www.thelilybean.com.au/" target="_blank">The Lily Bean</a>. <em>"We are lucky enough to have an amazing friend who is a florist. She is just incredible, such an artistic and creative genius. She did everything from the bridal bouquets to the button holes and wishing well to the abundance of flowers on our reception tables." </em><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-11-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-12-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="278" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-13-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><strong>Other recommended suppliers </strong>:: As favours for their guests, Kyrie sourced lavender and coconut macarons from <a href="http://www.chouquette.com.au/" target="_blank">Chouquette</a>. Heidi from <a href="http://www.powderroom.com.au/" target="_blank">The Powder Room</a>, who was the makeup artist for the bridal party was <em>"AMAZING"</em> and Kyrie also highly recommends Valerie from Raven Hair (phone 07 3831 6003).<br /><br /><strong>Tips and advice for other brides </strong>:: <em>"Keep perspective – remember it's about the two of you! And make a budget AND stick to it!"</em><br /><br /> <strong>Most treasured moment of the day</strong> :: <em>"The 50 minute car ride out to Sirromet with my Dad. It was just us two and was very special! " </em>The car ride home from the reception with her new husband was equally memorable, giving them quality time together to take in the events of the day. Kyrie mentions that <em>"seeing Rob in his suit for the first time on the day" </em>was also a beautiful moment, as was<em> "watching our niece cry during the ceremony as she recited a poem about love." </em>Kyrie also enjoyed the speeches at the reception, Rob's in particular. <em>"Rob's went for about 20 mins and wasn't written down. We were told it was the best groom's speech any of our guests have ever heard to this day!" </em>Too sweet.<br /><br /><strong><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-14-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="334" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-15-Focus-Films.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob by Focus Films" width="500" height="352" /><br /><br />Creative/Personal Touches </strong>:: As a way of including Kyrie's younger brother,<em> "We had a life size cardboard cut out at the wedding as he was over in Germany at the time serving a mission and could not be there."</em>A lovely touch which I'm sure would have entertained the guests!<br /><br /> <strong>The Details</strong><br /><br /> <strong>Stationery chosen ::</strong> The couple chose our <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/love-is/" target="_blank">'Love Is...'</a> design, which was printed on 100% environmentally friendly paper stock using colour swatches 'lavender' & 'lilac' from our colour chart. Kyrie + Rob preferred a smaller size invitation/thank you card over our standard DL size so we altered the design to fit within these size requirements. We also sourced natural brown kraft paper envelopes to finish. We produced double-sided folded invitations personalised with guest names and customised double-sided accommodation and transport information cards. For the reception, we designed a table seating chart (which Kyrie placed in a gorgeous custom made frame), tent-folded personalised place cards and double-sided table number cards. Finally we produced double-sided thank you cards with the printed message. <em>"Having our stationery professionally made </em><em>saved a lot of time and energy and you could tell the designs were very professionally and uniquely done."<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-16.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob Invite" width="500" height="339" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-17.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob Placecards" width="500" height="339" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kyrie-Rob/Kyrie-Rob-18.jpg" alt="Kyrie + Rob thank you cards" width="500" height="339" /><br /><br /> "From start to finish, Jackie was attentive, helpful and has such amazing attention to detail! The stationery suite went perfectly with our theme and the look and feel our our day. Rob and I received so many positive comments - I would recommend Jackie's designs and services to everyone and can't wait to work with her again in the near future."</em><br /><br />Thank you for sharing your beautiful story Kyrie + Rob - we too look forward to working with you again soon! ;-)WITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-53075443256647464912012-02-23T18:47:00.003+10:002012-02-24T07:52:57.892+10:00Be Inspired :: Delightful DetailsSo happy you could join me for this week's round up of delightful wedding details! Lately I find myself being drawn to bold, block colour which has slightly influenced my selections this week. Sit down with a cup of tea and swoon away...<br /><br />This dress...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/April-Werz.jpg" alt=""><br />... I am completely and utterly smitten <a href="http://www.aprilwerz.com/" target="_blank">{shot by the talented April Werz}</a><br /><br /><br />Bright and cheerful blooms...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Machell-Fox-Rabbit-Bayly-Moore.jpg" alt=""><div><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Machell-Fox-Rabbit-Bayly-Moore1.jpg" alt=""><br />... featured in this photo shoot put together by some super-talented vendors! {Flowers by <a href="http://www.foxandrabbit.com.au/" target="_blank">Fox & Rabbit</a>, Styling by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Machell/373742222642316?sk=wall" target="_blank">Machell</a> and Photography by <a href="http://baylymoore.com/" target="_blank">Bayly & Moore</a>, via <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/gallery/picture/482817" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty</a>}<br /><br /><br />These shoes...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Kate-Spade.jpg" alt=""><br /><br />... <a href="http://www.katespade.com" target="_blank"></a> I adore a cute pair of flats and <a href="http://www.katespade.com/designer-shoes/womens-flats/flash/S126007-1,default,pd.html?dwvar_S126007-1_color=710&start=20&cgid=shoes-flats" target="_blank">Kate Spade</a> can do no wrong!<br /><br /><br />This image...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Via-Savvy-Brides.jpg" alt=""><br />... who doesn't love a {well-behaved} dog at a wedding?! <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SavvyBrides?ref=ts" target="_blank">{via Savvy Brides - thanks for sharing!}</a><br /><br /><br />This cake table...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Sweet-Saucy-Shop.jpg" alt=""><br />... Melody's creations are to die for! {<a href="http://www.sweetandsaucyshop.com/" target="_blank">Sweet & Saucy Shop}</a><br /><br /><br />This Moroccan-themed spread...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/WHITE-Magazine-Issue-15-Morrocan-Mystery.jpg" alt=""><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/WHITE-Magazine-Issue-15-Morrocan-Mystery-Adorned.jpg" alt=""><br />... in the latest issue of my favourite wedding magazine, where our very own <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/adorned/" target="_blank">'Adorned'</a> invitation has been featured amongst some other stunning products... woot! <a href="http://www.facebook.com/WhiteMag?ref=ts" target="_blank">{WHITE Magazine}</a><br /><br />Hurrah for Friday a happy weekend to you all!<br /><br />Jackie xo<br /></div>WITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-84724499288964084722012-02-15T22:37:00.005+10:002012-02-16T07:30:43.524+10:00Be Inspired :: Delightful DetailsHello gorgeous! I hope your week has been swell and your valentine's day was nothing short of amazing! Without further ado, Here's this week's round up of wedding details that have caught my eye... <br /><br /> A whole lot of lovely...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Fabled-&-True.jpg" alt="" /><br /> <br />... vintage one-of-a-kind dresses for your bridesmaids <a href="http://www.facebook.com/fabledandtrue.littlered?ref=ts" target="_blank">{by Fabled and True}</a><br /><br /><br /> These balloons...<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Geronimo.jpg" alt="" /><br/><br />... make for a fun celebration! <a href="http://geronimoballoons.com/" target="_blank">{Geronimo}</a><br /><br /><br />This wedding... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Scout-Charm.jpg" alt="" /> <br /><br />... is deepening my love for daisies and crochet <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/australia-weddings/2011/12/26/sydney-wedding-by-scout-charm/" target="_blank">{via Style Me Pretty,</a> styled by <a href="http://scoutandcharm.com/" target="_blank">Scout & Charm}</a><br/><br /><br /> This e-shoot... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/White-Wall-Photography.jpg" alt="" /><br /> <br />... perfection at sunset <a href="http://whitewallphotography.com.au/blog/akali/" target="_blank">{by White Wall Photography}</a><br /><br /><br />This headpiece... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Mignonne-Handmade.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />... is absolutely divine! <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61640191/woodsy-halo-style-2-the-nature-girl-nude?ref=v1_other_1" target="_blank">{by Mignonne Handmade via Etsy}</a><br /><br /><br />This scene....<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/She-Designs-Events.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />... styling that takes your breath away <a href="http://www.shedesigns.com.au" target="_blank">{by the extremely talented She Designs Events}</a><br/><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-8985986204454280692012-02-14T22:07:00.006+10:002012-02-14T22:13:57.960+10:00We Love :: Kate Dawes Flower Design<img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kate-Dawes.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />This month, we take a few minutes with Kate Dawes of Kate Dawes Flower Design, a very talented florist and absolutely lovely lady to boot! <br /><br /> <strong>1. What does a typical day in the life of Kate Dawes involve?</strong><br />Up early with the birds and the flowers, crazy, emails, quotes, coffee, family, making flowers and planning.<br/><br /><strong>2. What or who inspires your work? </strong><br />Fashion, clothes, interiors and nature. The flowers themselves talk... their colours, shapes and texture, the situation and location, keeping an open mind to what others suggest, always learning…<br /><br /><strong>3. What are your favourite flowers in each season?</strong><br />I like all flowers actually - I guess the ranunculus are pretty special to me... and lilac<br /><br /><strong>4. What is the one tip you would give to brides looking for a florist?</strong><br />Choose the florist you 'click' with… the one on your side!<br /><br /> <strong>5. Lastly, our featured wedding invite design, <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.blogspot.com.au/2012/01/meet-hearts-flutter-special-offer.html" target="_blank">'Hearts-a-Flutter'</a>, is playful, fun and non-traditional. What would you use to put together a bouquet based on this theme?</strong><br />I would design a loose-look bouquet with foliage between the flowers… David Austin roses, ranunculus, sweet peas, spray roses, jasmine and dusty miller foliage, tied with lovely big bow!<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Kate-Dawes-Hearts-a-Flutter.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />If you haven't yet booked a florist for your special day, you must take a look at Kate's <a href="http://www.katedawesflowerdesign.com.au/" target="_blank">portfolio</a>... it's simply breathtaking.<br /><br />Thanks Kate!<br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-7517266247653609322012-02-12T21:45:00.011+10:002012-03-19T07:19:32.370+10:00Caught My EyeHello there lovelies! Hope you had the most fabulous of weekends!<br /><br />I think it's fairly safe to say that I have <a href="http://pinterest.com" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> addiction. I can lose a good couple of hours at a time pinning all sorts of things from wedding ideas, colour palettes, craft projects and the list goes on... and on. If you're not on Pinterest yet, you really need to go and see for yourself what the fuss is all about. Having said all of this, Pinterest also has its pitfalls, because it's way too easy to access pretty little outfits, shoes and the like - with one simple click I'm taken straight to the product's website and I'm entering my details and reaching for my credit card. Eeep! At the moment I'm all about bright block colours, so it's no surprise that I immediately fell in love with <a href="http://www.heidimerrick.com/spring_2012/huntington_dress_neapolitan" target="_blank">this</a>...<br/><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Huntington_Neapolitan.jpg" width="333" height="500"><br/><br />Actually, I think the overall look is kind of amazing, no?<br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-84670845922192498782012-02-08T18:49:00.004+10:002012-02-09T14:46:55.921+10:00Be Inspired :: Delightful DetailsIf you stopped by the blog last week, you will have seen that a new feature post has been introduced - a weekly round up of the most AMAZE wedding details that I happen to stumble upon. As promised on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/withloveweddings" target="_blank">facebook</a> yesterday, there's a whole-lot-of-pretty this week for your viewing pleasure, so here we go... <br /><br /> These Badgley Mischka's... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Badgley-Mischka-via-PS-I-Love-You.jpg" alt="" /><br /> ... mustard, check. sparkles, check. want, need, must have, CHECK! <a href="http://www.facebook.com/psiloveyoustoriesoflovefromtheinsideout?ref=ts" target="_blank">{via P.S I Love You - thanks Penny!}</a><br /><br /><br /> This retro-styled shoot...<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Lovebird-CalliB-Mondo.jpg" alt="" /><br />... a stunning setting at Little Cove, Noosa. Follow the link to see the full shoot <a href="http://callibphotography.com.au/blog/10430/love-bird-weddings-decor-shoot" target="_blank">{by three of the most talented ladies on Queensland's Sunshine Coast :: Lovebird Weddings, Calli B Photography and Mondo Flowers}</a><br /><br /><br />This frame... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Studio-60.jpg" alt="" /><br />... wowee! <a href="http://www.studio60.com.au/blog/2012/01/twenty-11-twenty-12-top-12/" target="_blank">{by one of my personal faves, Studio Sixty Photography}</a> <br/><br /><br /> This dress... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Lovely-Lace.jpg" alt="" /><br /> ... I have a severe lace crush and after seeing this, it's not going to be cured any time soon. I could imagine a 'days gone by' bride wearing this <a href="http://prettycitylife.tumblr.com/post/8882950975" target="_blank">{via Pretty City Life}</a><br /><br /><br />This desert table... <br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Be-Inspired-PR-Mag-Rouge.jpg" alt="" /><br />... the simplicity of this setup offset by gorgeous mismatched frames - love! <a href="http://www.facebook.com/weddingPR?sk=wall" target="_blank">{by Be Inspired PR}</a><br /><br /><br />This scene....<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Ben-Adams.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />... + this photographer = killer frame! I'm lead to believe this is in the Hunter Valley - amazing right! <a href="http://blog.benadams.com.au/" target="_blank">{by Ben Adams Photography}</a><br/><br />Enjoy!<br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-68362431523394308032012-02-07T16:57:00.007+10:002012-03-13T07:11:37.810+10:00Be Inspired :: For the Love of Colour!Welcome to another new feature post on the blog - colour inspiration! Some of the best ways to find interesting colour palettes is to start a scrapbook (or use my fave, <a href="http://pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>) to save images you are drawn to and sample shades from within those images. Using the image below, I've assembled a colour palette of swatches from our <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/colour-chart/" target="_blank">colour chart</a>, 'rich red,' 'moss,' 'frappe,' and 'sunshine orange'. Such a beautifully festive feel, don't you think?<br/><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Love-Colour/Colour-Palette-Spearmint.jpg"><br/><a href="http://www.thebridescafe.com/?postID=1286&beautiful-california-wedding-christina-paul" target="_blank">{Image} </a><br /><br />What was the inspiration behind the colour palette you are using for your wedding day? Feel free to leave your comment below!<br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-76251203685017874182012-02-05T19:38:00.005+10:002012-02-06T13:04:47.697+10:00Be Inspired :: 'Pretty + Playful' ThemeThis month's board was the inspiration behind our featured design, <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.blogspot.com.au/2012/01/meet-hearts-flutter-special-offer.html">'Hearts-a-Flutter'</a>. Such a sweet little theme, don't you think?<br /><br />Set the mood :: Think watercolours, playful, fun, bright, joyful, whimsy, handmade, handwritten, paper lanterns, pom poms, flushed makeup, hearts, warm, spring, ombre, cute. <br /><br />Colour palette :: Red, cream, white, pink, peach, coral, apricot<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Mood-Boards/No.5-Hearts-A-Flutter-Inspiration-Board.jpg" alt="'Pretty + Playful' Theme Board by WITHLOVE" width="500" height="735" /><br /><br /><strong>Featured wedding stationery:</strong><br /> 1. <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/hearts-a-flutter/" target="_blank">'Hearts-a-Flutter'</a> invitation card<em><br /> Also in this scene:</em><br /> 2. Image via <a href="http://www.inspiremeweddings.com.au/2011/09/theme-inspiration-hearts/" target="_blank">Inspire Me Weddings</a> | 3. Image via <a href="http://musingsinfemininity.tumblr.com/post/6320683915" target="_blank">Musings in Femininity</a> | 4. Image via <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/2011/05/13/from-inspiration-to-reality-sophisticated-winter/" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty</a> | 5. Image via <a href="http://www.honeykennedy.com/2011/05/pink-ombre-cake/" target="_blank">Honey Kennedy</a> | 6. Image via <a href="http://weddingsofdesire.blogspot.com.au/" target="_blank">Weddings of Desire</a> | 7. Image via <a href="http://inspacesbetween.com/category/weddings/page/6/" target="_blank">In Spaces Between</a> | 8. Sarah Seven Dress via <a href="http://weddingsunveiledblog.blogspot.com.au/2010/11/lookbook-spring-2011-sarah-seven.html" target="_blank">Weddings Unveiled</a> | 9. Image via <a href="http://www.weddingchicks.com/2012/01/07/ranunculus-and-rose-wedding-bouquet/" target="_blank">Wedding Chicks</a> | 10. Image via <a href="http://www.thebridestree.com.au/resource-guide/diy-watercolour-wedding-confetti" target="_blank">The Bride's Tree</a> | 11. Image via <a href="http://www.onewed.com/photos/show/preppy-peach-red-sky-blue-plaid-grooms-bow-tie" target="_blank">Once Wed</a><br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-13873294451260083712012-02-02T18:51:00.006+10:002012-02-03T08:11:19.334+10:00Be Inspired :: Words to Live By<img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Do-More.jpg" alt="Do More of What Makes You Happy" /><br/><a href="http://espressomoments.wordpress.com/2011/04/30/inspiration-6/" target="_blank">{Image}</a> <br/><br />Do more of what makes you happy - kinda simple isn't it? Actively pursuing things that make us happy gives us something to look forward to, goals and purpose. By making a conscious effort to remind ourselves how grateful we are for what we have, rather than focusing on the stuff that weighs us down, life ultimately becomes more fulfilling.<br/><br />So what's making you happy this week? For me, a highlight was catching up (albeit over skype) with my sister. She's calling London-town home for the next 9 months and having not been able to speak to her (except over emails and facebook that is!) since the beginning of December, it's was so lovely to hear all about her overseas <STRIKE>shenanigans</STRIKE> adventures.<br /><br />May you have the most blissful of weekends my lurrrrvelies<br/> <br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-84836547550922619172012-02-01T18:14:00.005+10:002012-02-02T08:29:48.168+10:00Be Inspired :: Delightful DetailsWelcome to the first post of what will be a regular feature on WITHLOVE. I think it's pretty safe to say that I'm completely and utterly addicted to all things weddings and am constantly blown away by some of the amazing wedding details that I am exposed to each and every day. So, on a weekly basis, I'm going to share with you a round up of the best elements that I have the pleasure of seeing - the kind of stuff that would make your heart skip a beat. So without further ado, here is this week's gems that are making me giddy with excitement... <br /><br /> This space... <br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Reception-Space.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br /> ... those exposed beams, that beautiful light... magic! <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/gallery/picture/433254" target="_blank">{via Style Me Pretty}</a><br /><br /><br /> This bouquet... <br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Green-and-Bloom.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br /> ... the colours are to die for! <a href="http://www.greenandbloom.com" target="_blank">{By the incredible Roberta of Green & Bloom Wedding Flowers}</a> <br/><br /> <br /><br /> The detail on this dress... <br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Jennifer-Gifford.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br /> ...sheer and exquisite <a href="http://www.jennifergifforddesigns.com/36/gallery/?filter=6" target="_blank">{'Temperance' by Jennifer Gifford}</a><br /><br /><br /><br />This frame... <br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Image-by-Feather-and-Stone.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />...perfection <a href="http://featherandstone.com.au/blog/brisbane-wedding-photographer/stacey-joel-ballast-point-sydney/" target="_blank">{by Feather & Stone}</a><br /><br /><br /><br />This diy idea...<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/DIY.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br /> ...very clever and purse friendly <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/37295503134029219/" target="_blank">{via pinterest}</a><br /><br /> <br /><br />This hairstyle + flower crown....<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Delightful-Details/Feb-2012/Hair.jpg" alt="" /><br /><br />...a touch of whimsy <a href="http://citified.blogspot.com.au/2011/07/summer-inspiration-crown-of-blossoms.html" target="_blank">{via this is glamourous}</a><br /><br />Sigh...<br /><br /> Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-61159463184071929612012-01-31T22:31:00.003+10:002012-02-01T08:13:27.262+10:00Meet 'Hearts-a-Flutter' + a special offer!<img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Hearts-A-Flutter-Save-the-Date-WITHLOVE.jpg" alt="Hearts-a-Flutter save the date card by WITHLOVE fine wedding stationery" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Hearts-A-Flutter-RSVP-WITHLOVE.jpg" alt="Hearts-a-Flutter RSVP postcard by WITHLOVE fine wedding stationery" /><br /><br />Meet <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/hearts-a-flutter/">'Hearts-a-Flutter'</a> a cheerful suite of stationery inspired by origami paper hearts. Combined with a unique handwritten style typeface, this design is not for the faint-hearted (pardon the pun!) but absolutely perfect for the couple looking for something a little different, a little whimsy and a whole lot of fun! Printed on our linen textured card stock and available in the colour palette of your choice, whether it be your own or from our standard colour options. <br/><br /><span style="color:#d27b72;"><strong>SPECIAL OFFER - Mention this post and receive 10% off when you place an order from our 'Hearts-a-Flutter' suite of stationery! Hurry, ends 1 March, 2012.</strong></span><br /><br />Keep your eye on our blog for a sweet little craft project inspired by this design, coming soon!<br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-65087607665215588282012-01-29T21:01:00.007+10:002012-01-30T12:38:49.743+10:00Freebies made just for you!Given this is my first real blog post for the year (eeeeek!) let me start by saying a huge belated happy new year to you all and I hope that your start to two-o-twelve has been nothing short of amazing! It's already been a pretty eventful month - we've said goodbye to six of our pretty little invitation and stationery designs (our designs are <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/about/" target="_blank">limited edish</a> after all!) and announced the lucky winners of our <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.blogspot.com/2011/11/with-love-news-who-loves-giveaway.html" target="_blank">giveaway</a> that we ran at the tail end of last year. Congratulations once again to the super lovely Jess + Ben and thank you to all of the entrants. I can now reveal another little project that I've been working on with the lovely Jane of <a href="http://www.emeraldandella.com.au" target="_blank">Emerald + Ella</a>. With Valentine's Day fast approaching, we've put together a super cute recipe and printables download, FREE when you subscribe to the emerald + ella <a href="http://www.emeraldandella.com.au" target="_blank">mailing list</a>! Here's a little sneak preview... <br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/E+E-WITHLOVE.jpg" alt="" /><br />They say the way to a man's heart (or woman's if your talking about me and sweets!) is through his stomach, so get a little creative in the kitchen and give the gift made with love to your valentine - head on over and get your copy <a href="http://www.emeraldandella.com.au" target="_blank">here.</a><br /> <br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-73951174231236632492012-01-17T17:42:00.006+10:002012-02-21T18:29:31.836+10:00Real Wedding :: Nat + DanIntroducing Nat + Dan, married in September last year. From the moment Nat contacted me to discuss their wedding, I was thrilled to be working with them. Nat positively glowed when sharing details of their wedding plans - such a sweet, polite and happy couple!<br /><br /><strong>Nat + Dan :: Saturday 10 September 2011</strong><br /><em>Rosalie, Brisbane, Queensland</em><br /><br /> Nat and Dan met while studying law together at QUT in 2003 to 2006. They didn't become an couple until 2007, when they both undertook postgraduate studies to become admitted as solicitors. The proposal was <em>"simple, yet meaningful,"</em> Nat explains, <em>"Daniel isn't the type of person to propose in front of 100 people, or someone who would skydive out of a plane in a suit holding a ring. Instead, he took me to the Roma Street parklands which was where he took me on our first date in 2007 for a moonlight wine tasting tour. He seemed uneasy and I soon realised why when he unexpectedly pulled a magnificent diamond ring from his pocket. Both sets of parents knew in advance that Dan would be popping the question that weekend and were in Brisbane to celebrate."</em><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-001.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333"><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-002.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="352" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-003.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="352" /><br /><br /><strong>Theme </strong>:: <em>"Classical elegance."</em><br /><br /><strong>Ceremony Location </strong>:: The couple were married by Father Frank O'Dea at Sacred Heart Church, Rosalie. <em>"We are especially thankful to Father Frank who took the time to get to know us and tailored the ceremony to suit the two of us. He also married Dan's parents almost 30 years ago so it was special that he was able to marry us."</em><br /> <br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-009a.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="352" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-004.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-005.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-006.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><strong>Reception Venue </strong>:: <a href="http://www.brettswharf.com.au/" target="_blank">Brett's Wharf</a>, Hamilton. <em>"Juliette Buhot and the team at Bretts Wharf were very professional and organised and took the stress out of planning the reception. Being Alastair McLeod's restaurant, the food was exquisite too!"</em><br /><br /><strong>Wedding Gown </strong>:: Nat looked stunning in a <a href="http://www.albertaferretti.com/" target="_blank">Alberta Ferretti</a> silk organza gown, which a friend of hers purchased for her during a visit to Paris. <em>"I knew that it would be to my taste – very feminine sleek fit which is classic Alberta Ferretti. With sheer silk chiffon sleeves and overlay, it is hand beaded with Swarovski crystals and pearls. I secretly hid it at the top of my closet in my old bedroom at my parents' home so that Daniel wouldn't find it. I also wore a vintage beaded and laced headpiece Jill bought from Paris and an ostrich feather bolero to keep warm during the evening." </em>Nat's shoes were by Rodo, purchased from <a href="http://maryons.com.au/" target="_blank">Maryon's Shoes </a>in the Brisbane Arcade<em>. </em>Nat's bridesmaids were radiant in <a href="http://www.lisaho.com/" target="_blank">Lisa Ho </a>grecian-style floor length gowns.<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-007.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-008.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-009.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /> <strong>Groom's Attire </strong>:: The groom and groomsmen were very smart in chic black and white dinner suits, by <a href="http://www.eliomoda.com.au/" target="_blank">Elio Moda</a>, Brisbane, finished with black dress shoes.<strong><br /><br />Photographer </strong>:: Choosing a photographer was an easy decision for Nat and Dan - <em>"Peter and Mary Lindley of <a href="http://www.sheldonlea.com.au/" target="_blank">Sheldonlea Studio</a> have taken our family photos for years - they are almost a part of the family."</em><br /><br /><strong>Florist</strong>:: Nat and Dan placed their trust in florist and stylist, Beth Webb from <a href="http://www.divineflowers.com.au/" target="_blank">Divine Flowers</a> and with good reason - her work is amazing. Nat says, <em>"She arranged all of our bouquets, the boutonniere for the boys as well as coordinated the entire reception styling. She has a great eye for design and colour."</em><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-010.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-011.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="352" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-012.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><strong>Other recommended suppliers </strong>:: Nat and Dan hired 3 x black Rolls Royces by <a href="http://www.cwlimousines.com.au/" target="_blank">Continental Wedding Limousines</a> - <em>"two mates who love their cars and team up on weekends to do weddings. They were lovely blokes!"</em> Nat and Dan were also very impressed with their cake, a traditional fruit cake by Greg Clearly of <a href="http://www.sweetums.com.au/" target="_blank"> Sweetums Designer Cakes</a> based in Kenmore. <em>"His website is amazing!"</em><br /><br /> <strong>Tips and advice for other brides </strong>:: <em>"No matter how well you plan, something will go wrong. Don't worry about it; someone else will fix it. It is a big day so break it up into parts and enjoy each part before you move on to the next. Practice walking down the aisle with a friend. It will help you get used to it so that when it actually happens and the music is playing, you will be able to enjoy the moment and focus on the man at the end."</em><br /><br /> <strong>Most treasured moment of the day</strong> :: Aside from marrying the man of her dreams, Nat recalls, <em>"During the ceremony, when I turned and locked eyes with the Best Man, he mouthed one word...wow. He is Dan's best friend and the three of us lived together before we were married so we have become friends too. During their speeches, both the Father of the Bride and Best Man quoted lines from Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice as marriage advice. They both know me well."</em> Natalie also decribes their first dance as another beautiful memory. <em>"We danced a foxtrot to Green Eyes by Coldplay played live. This is relevant as on our third date Dan invited me over to his place for his specialty, pesto pasta. He had prepared a play list for the night and Green Eyes was the third track."</em><br /><br /><strong><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-013.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-014.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /></strong><strong>Creative/Personal Touches </strong>::<em> "On our gift table, we had individual photos of our parents and grandparents on their wedding day. This was a way of including our grandparents who are no longer with us and acknowledging our heritage."</em> Additionally, the couple organised canapes for their bridal party at <em>"<a href="http://www.clarethouse.com.au/" target="_blank">Claret House Wine Bar</a> in Teneriffe before heading out to Bretts Wharf, Hamilton for the reception. The old wool stores at Teneriffe provided an excellent backdrop for photos."</em><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-016.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-015.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian by April Werz" width="500" height="333" /><br /><br /> <strong>The Details</strong><br /><br /> <strong>Stationery chosen ::</strong> The couple selected our <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/a-little-luxe" target="_blank">'A Little Luxe'</a> design which was printed on our 'ice gold' metallic paper stock and by using our 'stone' colour swatch as an overlay on the stock, we were able to achieve a slightly deeper result. Paired with our 'deep plum' colour swatch, the result was beautifully rich. The couple decided against embellishing the stationery and preferred a more simplistic look. We really enjoyed working with them to create each and every piece and after seeing photos from their day, their wedding stationery could not have been any more fitting! <br /><br />We designed double-sided folded invitations personalised with guest names & customised double sided rsvp, information and 'next day' cards (the couple had organised a lunch with their guests for the following day), along with two table seating charts, customised personalised placecards, favour tags, customised tri-fold table signage for the reception and order of service booklets for the ceremony. The couple decided against tent-folded placecards so we custom designed flat cards to sit upon the napkins. Nat and Dan wanted to use names of famous golf courses instead of numbers on their table signage, as Dan is a keen golfer, so we ran the names vertically. This allowed the text to remain at a size that would still be prominent from a distance, while maintaining an attractive design and making it easy for guests to locate their table. Additionally, we put together their order of service booklets from cover to finish, using black text on a white coated stock on the inside as a contrast to the strong colour on palette used the cover. Finally, we produced double-sided tent-folded thank you cards including an image from the day.<em><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-017.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian Invite Suite" width="500" height="339" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-018.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian Ceremony Reading" width="500" height="339" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-019.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian Placecards" width="500" height="339" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-020.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian Table Signage" width="500" height="339" /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Nat-Dan/Nat-Dan-021.jpg" alt="Kate + Adrian Table Signage" width="500" height="339" /><br /><br /> "We loved your 'A Little Luxe' collection and we chose it because the design is simple yet stylish. The emblem is sophisticated but the text is modern and the two together work well. I have received so many invitations over the years with buckles and ribbon that have fallen off or are crooked which looks a little tacky. With Love's designs are so modern yet classy and the paper and print job is of such a high quality. We received numerous comments about the quality and professionalism of the invitation suite and ceremony and reception pieces. Jackie, you have an incredible talent, an eye for design and were easy to deal with. We loved that you could adapt your design to suit our needs - I'm so glad I found you."</em><br /><br /> Thank you Nat and Dan, we wish you all the very best!<br /><br /> <br />WITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-2790196228448151882011-12-16T06:33:00.006+10:002012-01-01T07:07:05.236+10:00Be Inspired :: 'Vintage Charm' ThemeSet the mood :: handmade details, playful, feminine, doilies, intimate, romantic, charming, soft, simplicity, lace, pearls, mismatched vintage cutlery and silverware, candelabra, homemade jam, lavender, rosemary, burlap<br /><br />Colour palette :: White and cream, lilac, lavender, emerald green<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Mood-Boards/No.4-Days-Gone-By-Inspiration-Board.jpg" alt="'Vintage Charm' Theme Board by WITHLOVE" width="500" height="735"><br /><br /><strong>Featured wedding stationery:</strong><br /> 1. <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/days-gone-by/" target="_blank">'Days Gone By'</a> invitation card<em><br /> Also in this scene:</em><br /> 2. Image via <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/64105994665404634/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> | 3. Image via <a href="http://www.thevintageweddingdresscompany.com/collections/vintage/1900s" target="_blank">The Vintage Wedding Dress Company</a> | 4. Pearl Scallop Bib Necklace :: <a href="http://www.katespade.com/designer-jewelry/necklaces-for-women/bridal-bib-necklace/WBRU3694,default,pd.html?dwvar_WBRU3694_color=142&start=22&cgid=jewelry" target="_blank">Kate Spade</a> | 5. Image via <a href="http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/825355/oscar-fashion-mila-kunis-jennifer-lawrence-and-michelle-williams" target="_blank">She Knows Entertainment</a> | 6. Image via <a href="http://vallentynephotography.net/" target="_blank">Vallentyne Photography</a> | 7. Image via <a href="http://tinywhitedaisies.tumblr.com/post/6823670997" target="_blank">Tiny White Daisies</a> | 8. Image via <a href="http://fadedwhitelinen.blogspot.com/2011/04/open-day.html" target="_blank">Faded White Linen</a> | 9. Image via <a href="http://www.tumblr.com/reblog/10920470022/cPMI40x1?redirect_to=%2Ftagged%2Fsuspenders%3Fbefore%3D1317542425" target="_blank">Tumblr</a> | 10. Image via <a href="http://sijusdaydream.tumblr.com/page/2" target="_blank">Siji's Day Dream</a> | 11. Image via <a href="http://www.blushingbrideblog.com/2011/09/diy-teacup-candles.html" target="_blank">The Blushing Bride</a> | 12. Image via <a href="http://www.oncewed.com/28121/wedding-blog/real-weddings/a-diy-michigan-wedding-ii/" target="_blank">Once Wed</a><br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-47075005159212269882011-12-14T19:36:00.006+10:002011-12-16T06:47:45.932+10:00Be Inspired :: 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' ThemeSet the mood :: classic, chic, glamourous, ladylike, timeless, elegant, bows, chandeliers, chic chignon, structured, diamonds, feminine, polished<br /><br />Colour palette :: Off white, baby pinks, black, tiffany blue accents<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Mood-Boards/No.3-A-Touch-of-Class-Inspiration-Board.jpg" alt="'Breakfast at Tiffany's' Theme Board by WITHLOVE" width="500" height="735" /><br /><br /><strong>Featured wedding stationery:</strong><br /> 1. <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/a-touch-of-class/" target="_blank">'A Touch of Class'</a> folded invitation<em><br /> Also in this scene:</em><br /> 2. Image via <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/3639740" target="_blank">We Heart It</a> | 3. Elia Silk Faille Gown :: <a href="http://www.rosaclara.es/en/" target="_blank">Rosa Clara</a> | 4. Satin crystal-embellished sandals :: Oscar De La Renta via <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/81289" target="_blank">Net-a-Porter</a> | 5. Image via <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/5299979" target="_blank">We Heart It</a> | 6. Legacy Earrings :: <a href="http://au.tiffany.com/" target="_blank">Tiffany & Co.</a> | 7. Image via <a href="http://ritzybee.typepad.com/my_weblog/2008/02/real-weddings-j.html" target="_blank">Ritzy Bee</a> | 8. Image via <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/5324848" target="_blank">We Heart It</a> | 9. Image via <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/6651098" target="_blank">We Heart It</a> | 10. Innocence Spot Tulle Garter :: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/57095987/innocence-spot-tulle-garter" target="_blank">Florrie Mitton</a> | 11. Image via <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/561553" target="_blank">We Heart It</a> | 12. Egipto Polka Dot Brocade Gown :: <a href="http://www.rosaclara.es/en/" target="_blank">Rosa Clara</a><br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2865150715569442599.post-47185972624491130372011-12-13T18:36:00.006+10:002012-01-01T07:07:22.888+10:00Be Inspired :: 'Boho Chic' ThemeSet the mood :: carefree, relaxed, dreamy, warm sunshine, earthy, adventurous, romantic, soft, floaty fabric, unstructured, lanterns, layers, barefoot, beach <br /><br />Colour Palette :: Warm white/cream, pale green, muted metallics, amethyst<br /><br /><img src="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/Blogger/Images/Posts/Mood-Boards/No.2-Adorned-Inspiration-Board.jpg" alt="'Boho Chic' Theme Board by WITHLOVE" width="500" height="735" /><br /><br /><strong>Featured wedding stationery:</strong><br /> 1. <a href="http://www.withloveweddings.com.au/collection/adorned/" target="_blank">'Adorned'</a> placecard and menu<em><br /> Also in this scene:</em><br /> 2. Image via <a href="http://www.marrymeproductionsblog.com/2010/02/boho-chic-wedding-style.html" target="_blank">Marry Me Productions</a> | 3. Image via <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/2983528" target="_blank">We Heart It</a> | 4. Image via <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/gallery/photo/95150" target="_blank">Style Me Pretty</a> | 5. Luisa Becarria via <a href="http://www.thelane.com/the-lane/luisa-beccaria" target="_blank">The Lane</a> | 6. Isharya Gold-Plated Cuff via <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/101416" target="_blank">Net-a-Porter</a> | 7. Image via <a href="http://www.weddingchicks.com/wedding-chicks/florals-event-design/16571/boho-wedding-ideas-from-%20savady-photography/" target="_blank">Wedding Chicks</a> | 8. Maiden Floral Vine Crown :: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/54607850/maiden-floral-vine-crown" target="_blank">Which Goose</a> | 9. Source unknown (if known, let us know!) | 10. At Dusk Harvest Boutonniere :: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/58457691/at-dusk-harvest-boutonniere" target="_blank">Which Goose</a> | 11. Image via <a href="http://www.eatdrinkchic.com/post.cfm/surprise-we-got-married-part-ii-the-story-the-styling" target="_blank">Eat, Drink, Chic</a> | 12. Lisa Brown via <a href="http://www.thelane.com/the-directory/lisa-brown" target="_blank">The Lane</a><br /><br />Jackie xoWITHLOVE [fine wedding stationery]http://www.blogger.com/profile/12646045005968314321noreply@blogger.com0