Board #403: Apples and Horseshoes

Even though we're in the middle of summer, I know there are some autumn brides out there looking for inspiration. And since it's one of the most beautiful times of year, I didn't think the rest of you would mind this autumn wedding board, with it's horseshoe motif and caramel apple details.

Mood: autumn on the farm
Palette: caramel, cinammon, orange

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Top row from left: photo by Union Photo, flowers by Ariella Chezar, tweed suit by John Varvato, jam favors photo by Suzy Clement
Row 2: venue from Martha Stewart Weddings, caramel apples from Rebecca Thuss, envelope and horse both from Wedding Style Guide
Row 3: cherry boutonniere from Martha Stewart Weddings, horseshoes from Brides, candles in mason jars, caramel apple cake from Martha Stewart Weddings

Board #402: Strawberry Plaid

Have I already mentioned how much I love plaid right now (along with stripes and gingham)? It's charming and kitschy, and there's nothing fussy or stuffy about it - and it makes for a great motif. Use it on ribbons, envelope liners, shirts, socks, napkins. Use solid white - and a green lawn - as a backdrop to keep the plaid from looking too busy. I also like this as a take on a pink and green palette, where the pink is punchy and instead of pale.

Mood: simple summer backyard charm
Palette: strawberry punch, lawn


Top row from left: bouquet with plaid ribbon by Chelsea Fuss, plaid shirt photo via Mary Ruffle, punch jars
Row 2: backyard tables via J. Cricket Events, letter-style invitation from Martha Stewart Weddings, earrings by Becky Kelso, bouquet from Brides
Row 3: photo by Elizabeth Messina, plaid dress from Martha Stewart Weddings, cake from Wedding Style Guide
Row 4: bicycles from Brides, plaid cupcake liners from Bake It Pretty, envelope photo by Carrie Patterson, confetti from Martha Stewart Weddings

Board #401: Lemon and Sugar

I love all fruit decorations, but lemons are probably at the top of that list. This delightful centerpiece from Rebecca Thuss' own wedding served as the inspiration for today's wedding board - sugar-dusted lemons in a simple compote dish. White garden roses are a simple and romantic choice for bouquets.

Mood: simple, tart and sweet
Palette: lemon and sugar

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Top row from left: lemons from Martha Stewart Weddings, place cards by Lulu Paper, bridesmaids from Martha Stewart Weddings
Row 2: garden rose bouquet from Bellissima Vita Weddings, spiked lemonade with calligraphy by Paperfinger, ceremony seat photo by Stephanie Williams
Row 3: taffy styled by Chelsea Fuss, veil from Wedding Style Guide, balloons from Martha Stewart Weddings, lemon tree photo by Brandon Vick via The Bride's Cafe
Row 4: stationery by Ceci New York, bouquet by Saipua, lemon sugar from Martha Stewart, lemon cake by K. Rose Cakes

Board #400: Wild, Retro West

Can you believe this is the 400th board that I've posted? Honestly, I think it's absolutely crazy. Though there are times when I'll revisit a previous theme or palette, I hope that you feel inspired in some way every time you visit Snippet & Ink. So, for my 400th trick... a retro cool wedding in the desert of the Old West.

Mood: retro cool meets Old West
Palette: cactus green, dusty blue, tumbleweed

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Top row from left: succulents from Custom Event Group, couple kissing via East Side Bride, cake via Style Court, photo by Erin Hearts Court
Row 2: invites via 100 Layer Cake, cocktails from Lulu Events, program photo by Jose Villa, cactus jar photo by Sarah Yates
Row 3: photo by A Desert Fete, photo via Ritzy Bee, tequila photo by Elizabeth Messina, Bonneville photo via Simple Lovely

Board #399: Marry-Go-Round

What is it that has me posting two carnival inspiration boards in a row? All I can say is that it's summer, it's hot, and I think everyone can use a dose of fun no matter what. Stripes seem to be a recurrent theme this week, as well - maybe they're the new damask, which would be alright by me! Oh, and how about these cute dresses for your flower girls?

Mood: vintage carnival whimsy
Palette: old fashioned candy

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Top row from left: balloon photo by Josh Goleman, Hatch Show Print for Anthropologie, lemonade photo by Alexandra Grablewski, May Day flowers via EmilyStyle
Row 2: vintage dress via Please Sir Blog, carousel photo via Little Brown Pen, candy buffet with bunting by Amy Atlas, calligraphy by Jenna Hein
Row 3: pennant flags by Something's Hiding in Here via Oh Happy Day, bouquet via Grey Likes Weddings, yellow cake
Row 4: carnival treats from Rebecca Thuss, madras bowtie by J.Press, dress photo by Mel Barlow