8x10 Wall Print, $18, Penguin Papyrus Store

Star Wars Wedding Bands, $100, Spiffing Jewelry

Family Monkeys 8x10 Print, $18, Penguin Papyrus

Scrabble Coasters, Made by Marcy

Harry Potter Inspired Bracelet, $18, Tesoro Jewelry

]]> http://bettertogetherevents.com/blog/2011/12/friday-etsy-finds-2.html/feed 0 http://bettertogetherevents.com/blog/2011/09/custom-wedding-planning-books.html http://bettertogetherevents.com/blog/2011/09/custom-wedding-planning-books.html#comments Sat, 03 Sep 2011 13:07:18 +0000 Laura Linder http://bettertogetherevents.com/blog/?p=1581 My clients don’t need a book like this, but for those of you out there planning your own wedding or if you’re searching for the perfect gift for your recently engaged pal, check out these chic custom paper planners from May Books.  These books are totally customizable (fonts, hues, page details, you name it) and eco-friendly: The paper is partially recycled; the books are made with durable sewn binding; the canvas covers are not only adorable, but they’re Green-e Certifited and even water-resistant; and the whole thing can be recycled.  They also make pregnancy and baby books!

And my personal favorite… duh

To make your fashion heart go pitter-patter, have and hold Anthro’s BHLDN…

I certainly love the dresses, but I think BHLDN’s most exciting achievement is in the realm of bridal accessories.  The shoes, jewelry, and other details have a range of prices and an eclectic assortment sure to make a wide range of discerning brides very happy.  Cheers!

Impeccable gowns with vintage details:

Ribbonned Silk Gown, $1,600

Pinwheel Tea Dress, $1,400

Tulle Era Dress, $2,600

For your one-of-a-kind maids:

Origami Pleated Dress, $260

Savoy Dress, $220

For your dancing pleasure:

Beaded Brocade Slingbacks, $310

Bow-topped Slingbacks, $310

Accessories and beyond:

Hinted Phlox Necklace, $245

Dahlia Pin, $150

Foreign Affirmation Ring, $80

Sinuous Silk Bracelet, $290

Deco Posts, $380

Marina Earring, $656

Blushing Cluster Earrings, $75

Pave Teardrop Earrings, $180

Vapor Cardigan, $240

Botanical Garden Headband, $460

Dotted Voile Veil, $160

Damselfly Headband, $245

Silvered Stretch Headband, $270

Deco Beaded Clutch, $180

• Bed Bath and Beyond: The ultimate one-stop shop offering items for every room in your home.
• Bloomingdale’s: Lots of luxury bed and bath lines, and a large variety of kitchen equipment and fine china.
• Crate & Barrel: Stylish products – from gourmet cookbooks to the book shelves you’d store them on
• Home Depot: DIY home-improvement items, plus grills, gardening tools and other outdoor gear
• J.C. Penney: Affordable appliances and kitchenware, bedding and linens
• Kohl’s: Everyday essentials (table settings, towels, and more) at bargain prices.
• Macy’s: Hundreds of brands of everything from furniture to flatware.  Registrants receive a Macy’s gift card in the amount of 5 percent of the total purchases made by guests.
• Target: A big selection of high-design products and low prices.
• Tiffany & Co.: Fine china, crystal and silver sets, vases and show pieces – and the signature light-blue box for every gift.
• Williams-Sonoma: High-end appliances, cookware and hard-to-find gadgets.

I am also a huge fan of www.myregistry.com.  You can combine items from every store listed above and many more and create one easy-to-use online registry.

I love the sentiment behind these personalized parent of the bride frames.  Paired with a picture of you from when you were a kid, it’s sure to get the waterworks flowing, and it’s a great reminder of the many emotions present during the wedding weekend.

If you have a way with words, try a personalized tablet frame, where you have room to write a poem or a brief message to the recipient.  Exclusively Weddings and Things Remembered are great places to buy frames like these.

Looking for something a bit more unique?  Etsy is your friend.You can purchase this Father of the Bride Hanky at Embroidery by Linda’s Etsy shop here for $19.  Personalized hankies also make great gifts for grandparents and moms.

Did your Dad instill your love of all things Star Wars?  Consider these Star Wars Darth Vader cuff-links for $26 at Cufflinks’s store here.  What they lack in sentimentality, they make up for in fun!

For moms, you could always personalize a great clutch, like this one from Gracey Bags’s Etsy Shop for $58 and add a personalized hanky. 

Red Envelope is also a great place to shop Parent gifts, especially for meaningful jewelry, but they also have great gifts for dads. 

I also new of one bride who bought this personalized throw for her mom.  It was a big hit!

Whatever you decide, just use your imagination and follow your heart.  Your parents should be happy with whatever gift you choose for them.  Happy Shopping!

I had a bride ask me for some other ideas, so here is my attempt at answering this impossible question.

• A sports event or a concert for all the groomsmen (if they are all local).  I must admit I got this idea from a creative client.  It’s great because not only is it an enjoyable gift, but the groom can experience the fun as well.

• A beer of the month club.  Yes, this one is a bit cliched (men like beer, yadda yadda yadda), but it is fun receiving things in the the mail each month that you otherwise need to go to the store for.  This can be on the pricey side, so it’s best for smaller wedding parties.
• A digital photo frame
• A bottle of his favorite wine, scotch, etc. or a beer basket of his favorite brews.
• Personalized mug, flask, watch, cufflinks, pocket knife, planner, money clip, check book holders, or golf clubs.  I know that’s an eclectic mix, but that’s why there is a perfect gift for everyone!

Whatever you do, try as much as you can to personalize each gift to each groomsmen.

I stumbled across these adorable makeup bags from JuJuBaju on Etsy, and think they could make the best personalized bridemaid gifts.  If it were me, I would add some of my favorite products… some double-stick fashion tape (because it’s hard to find in the drugstore),

an Orange Crush LipSmacker (because it’s nostalgic and fun),

and a tarte cheek stain stick (to enhance that rosy glow).

But you could personalize the insides of the bags however you want, based on each bridesmaid.  What fun!

Unfortunately, they are sold out today after Etsy feautured them this morning, BUT I’m sure if you contact the seller, she can put you on a waiting list!