Hay bale Heaven: Creative Seating on a Budget . . .

Thinking of having an outdoor affair...perhaps an Autumn wedding, a Fall Harvest Party in the backyard, a Halloween shindig, or just a few friends over for a rustic good time?  I just love the look of outdoor couches and chairs as the temperatures drop, but adding excess rentals to your event can definitely prove costly.

That's why these big old bales of hay just fit the bill when it comes to setting up an unforgettably chic & affordable special day.  Rustic & neutral enough to fit any palette, throw a few of these down and toss some pretty fabric and pillows on top and you have seating for as many as you need in no time!  Take a look . . .

(photo via Grey Likes Weddings)

(courtesy of Simply Bloom Photography)

(via Elizabeth Anne Designs)

(above two images via Green Wedding Shoes)

(photo via Celebrity Bridal Guide)

Why not make a whole conversation set, while you are at it?

(courtesy of Juxtapost)

(via Bee the Buzz Event)

Rustic tabletops . . .

(courtesy of United With Love)

(via Love and Lavender)

And how perfect is this enormous couch for your backyard Halloween party?

(photo from I love SW Mag)

(via SC Media)

(from Photography by Yui)

Add in elegant fabric for just the right mix of style . . .

(photo courtesy of Simply Springfield Weddings)

And there you have it!  Hope this first week in October is starting of fantastically for you!!  

Wedding Wednesday: Married in Maine; A Barn-Chic Celebration of Color!

 As we head on into the warm weather, I love to think forward to the sunny days ahead!  This bright & beautiful wedding in Maine, brought to you via 100 Layer Cake and featuring the lovely bride & groom,  Ruth & Ed, is just the perfect way to add whimsy & joy to your afternoon, and a touch of playfulness to your special day . . .

Loving those pretty-in-pink heart-shaped balloons . . .

No one can resist retro straws and tissue poms . . .

Seating cards full of color!!

And turquoise chevalier chairs, oh my!

Musings from the bride & groom . . .


"In the months leading up to our wedding, there were days we loved thinking about and planning our wedding, and there were days when we were so overwhelmed and convinced it would be an epic stress that we seriously considered skipping town and heading for a Vegas chapel. Then something incredible happened…we loved everything about our wedding! For the first weekend in months, the weather in southern Maine was sunny, warm, and dry. Thanks to spring’s late arrival, our favorite flowers that were supposed to be out of season for our wedding we’re actually IN season. The dozens of DIY elements we were weeks behind on finishing were somehow completed on time (thanks to our army of helpers in the 11th hour). And our vows which were being written and re-written up until a few hours before the ceremony came out funnier, more poignant, and more lyrical than we ever could have imagined. In a word…perfection!"

FABULOUS VENDORS:


Photography: Corbin Gurkin / Wedding Dress: Claire La Faye / Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade  / Reception Dress: BHLDN / Hair and Makeup: Chhoeun Thiv of Akari  / Groom’s Suit: J.Lindeberg  / Groom’s Shoes: Florsheim by Duckie Brown  / Groom’s Shirt: J.Crew  / Groom’s Tie: Brooks Brothers  / Venue: The Barn on Walnut Hill  / Event Planning & Design: Meagan of Maine Seasons Events  / Catering: Jennifer of 111 Maine / Florals & design: Judy of Flora Fauna / Rentals: One Stop Party Shoppe / Music: Simon of The Remixologists  /  Videography: Zach Boyce  / Wedding Cake Topper: The Small Object  / Save the Dates: Bride and Groom / Invitations: Jason Sposa

Barn Chic!!!  You can't get much more fun than that, right?  I just love it when a couple isn't afraid to bring on the color!!  Happy Wednesday!