Silhouette Decor

Although we have a soft spot for fall weddings that are rustic and full of foliage, they can be just as autumn-tastic when celebrated with more sophisticated, classic decor.

That's why we are completely captivated by this silhouette pumpkin we found at Oh Lovely Day!

Via Oh Lovely Day! Via HGTV

Not only is this pumpkin a perfect addition to your wedding decor, it is completely DIY and you can find simple instructions right here.

As an added bonus, if think silhouettes are as classical-istic and chic as we do, you can compliment your darling DIY pumpkin with a just as wonderful cake topper from April Foster Events!

via April Foster Events

How sweet and sophisticated are those?! It gets better...they're DIY, too! (too good to be true, I know) Make your own by clicking here and you can create a completely one-of-a-kind cake topper that is sure to be a hit at your celebration!

Would you guys make your own decor for your wedding? 

2011-11-18: New hair color

 Sometimes a woman needs some change, and the easiest way to achieve it is to change the hair color (and it’s also reversible, as opposite to a new hair cut). So yesterday, during my monthly visit to the hair salon, I decided to dye my hair darker and add some dark red/violet hues (rad, I know…). I like it, but as any radical change it takes some time getting used to, lol, and I know this hair color is not everybody’s cup of tea either…

Today I’m wearing burgundy and blue (I’d prefer a vibrant shade of blue like the one shown in this article, but I have yet to make/buy a vibrant blue coat, lol). The Burberry inspired coat that I’m wearing was made by me (click here for the sewing review). Wishing you all a great weekend, have fun!

Às vezes uma mulher tem necessidade de mudar o visual e a forma mais fácil de o conseguir é mudar a cor do cabelo (uma mudança que tem a vantagem de ser reversível, em comparação com uma mudança de corte radical). Então ontem, na minha visita mensal ao cabeleireiro, decidi mudar: optei por esta cor mais escura com tons de violeta e vermelho (radical, eu sei…). Para já gosto bastante, mas como qualquer mudança radical leva algum tempo a habituarmo-nos, hehehe, e não é para todos os gostos…

Hoje estou a usar cor-de-vinho com azul-marinho (preferia que o azul fosse vibrante como o top do conjunto mostrado aqui, mas ainda não fiz/comprei um casaco nesse tom, fica para uma próxima vez). O casaco inspirado em Burberry foi feito por mim (cliquem aqui para os detalhes de costura). Desejo a todos um óptimo fim-de-semana, divirtam-se!

Inspired Cake

Getting married is a big step (or giant leap. po-tay-to, pa-tahhhh-to) into the big world of adult-hood. Starting a new life with someone you love is without a doubt a very mature decision.



However, that does not mean that your inner child cannot come out a play from time to time, which is why we are absolutely enamored with this adorabler and super fun cake,by  Dream Day Cakes This cake was designed for the opening of a play at one of our local theaters, but we find it so inspiring for many aspects of crazy cakery deliciousness!

This cuteness is via Dream Day Cakes

How fun and just plain adorable is this cake?! It's so playful, carefree, and most likely ridiculously delicious.

Does anyone else suddenly have a strange craving for coloring books and cake?

Invitations by Dawn Winner!

We are super excited to announce the winner of the Invitations by Dawn Giveaway (It's been a long-time coming) We took all of the comments from FaceBook, Twitter and the Blog and randomized them....



And the winner is....

After combining all of the comments on both posts, we owe a huge congratulations to Mo! Please e-mail me, Melissa{at}MasterPieceWeddings{dot}net to claim your prize!




We look forward to hearing which of the amazing Invitation by Dawn invites you choose!

question...

for all my Sister Sergers... one of the benefits of buying my serger was the new ability to serge my pillows during their construction, (after sewing the front and the back covers together), except... that i ran into a small question, do you all still snip your corners if you serge them??

I'm a little fanatical about my products that i sell and with my craft show creeping around the corner... i'd like to feel comfortable that my items are made thoroughly and worth everyone's hard earned money. Maybe you snip them and then serger???

What's your opinion on this... anyone?? :)

i really don't see any obvious advantage to snipping them, but i'd still like to be sure of the correct way! :)

luckily, i tend to give away LOT's of pillows as gifts, which always leaves me with extra pillow forms laying around... needing some clothes! LOL

i'll practice on my own, until i get it perfect for the craft fair though... hey!  this may be a win/ win situation!

Thanks for your help friends!! I just know you'll all have the answer!!

Xo, Heather

ps... Emily from Crazy Old Ladies is having a give-a-way on her blog for her brand, spanking, new fabric line... you should totally check it out! ;)



Hall of Fame!

2011-11-16: Mustard yellow coat (made by me)

 I’ve made this coat back in 2009 or early 2010, I’m not sure. I don’t think I reviewed it on my sewing blog either… The pattern is from the September 2009 Burda Magazine, model 122. I made it as a short coat instead of the long overcoat version with a belt. I also added facings, an under collar and lining, since the original had none of these (it was supposed to be a “blanket coat” of sorts). I also added big snaps. The fabric is a mix of polyester and wool in bright mustard yellow.

Since mustard is such a big hit this fall, I thought I should take this coat out for a spin. I’m wearing it with black and grey and also starring my new Mongolian fur bag that I ordered from eBay. You all have a wonderful day and thank you for visiting!

Fiz este casaco em fins de 2009 ou início de 2010, não tenho a certeza. Também não creio que o tenha mostrado no meu blogue de costura… O molde é da Burda de Setembro de 2009, modelo 122. Fiz uma versão curta em vez do original sobretudo e adicionei vistas e dois panos à gola (no original a gola era apenas um pano, rematado com pontos à mão), forro e molas de pressão à frente. O original não tinha nada disto, atava com um cinto e seria feito de um tecido estilo “cobertor” e rematado com pontos “luva”. O tecido que usei é misto de lã e poliéster de cor amarelo mostarda vivo.

Já que a cor mostarda é uma tendência forte este outono, resolvi levar este casaco a dar uma volta! Estou a usá-lo com preto e cinza e também a estrear o meu novo saco de pelo da Mongólia que encomendei no eBay. Tenham todos um óptimo dia e obrigada pela visita!

Preserving Leaves

Fall is in full force, which means harvest and fall themed weddings are an extremely popular option for brides!

Via Emmaline Bride Via Martha Stewart

Fall Foliage is a great way to incorporate all of the gorgeous colors of Autumn into your wedding, but leaves tend to crumble and lose their vibrancy by the time your wedding comes around. That's why, when we stumbled upon a wonderful D-I-Y leaf preservation tutorial at Emmaline Bride, we were ecstatic!

Via Emmaline Bride Via Martha Stewart

It's super easy to do, and the tutorial gives you a variety of options and a ton of inspiration that will suit your wedding timetable and theme.



This is just one of the many examples of how fantastical your preserved leaves can be utilized at your special day:

Via Emmaline Bride Via Better Homes and Gardens

Find out how to preserve your own leaves here.

What are some ways you would incorporate leaves into an autumn wedding?