Many say that having fresh flowers on your wedding cake is a no no. So, I say, why not place an everlasting bloom on your wedding cake? And, why not make it one BIG flower? I'm loving these handmade single flower wedding cake toppers. Some are made with clay, others are sugar paste flowers and each will last indefinitely for a treasured keepsake. You may have even noticed that one of these blooms was the handmade wedding find of the week {graphic in the side banner column}. These flower cake toppers are also perfect for bridal showers too.

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Shop These Flower Cake Toppers:
Clay Peony Flower Cake Topper from DK Designs
Purple Anemone Flower Cake Topper from Sweet Idea Flowers
----- ps: this one reminds me of the Chevron Purple Anemone Invitations I've designed
Clay Succulent Cake Topper from DK Designs
Handmade Air-Dry Clay Au Lait Dahlia Wedding Cake Topper from Meli Mari Studio

I'm loving today's featured whimsical styled shoot from Ashley Cook Photography. It's the perfect blend of lavender and lace and there's even succulents and cabbage incorporated into the floral arrangements. It's a shoot in a lavender field where naked cakes {bundt ones too} and stunning flowers are all drenched in the sun. This shoot will have you dreaming of a wedding with a lavender field as the backdrop. {I can't say to have your wedding directly in the field of lavender as there's usually quite a few bees on the flowers}. This shoot reminds me of the lavender wedding invitation I've designed which is still one of my best sellers, especially for bridal showers. I think it's because something classic like lavender will never go out of style.

Wedding Vendors:
Photographer: Ashley Cook Photography
Floral Designer: Dream Design
Event Planner: Event Crush
Equipment Rentals: It's your day by event options
Bakery: Jana Fitch Cakes
Hair Stylist: Kelsey Glassow
Etsy Designer: Little Arrow
Other Location: McKenzie River Lavender
Dress Store: Rosebud's Boutique Wholesale Wedding Warehouse
Equipment Rentals: Simply Elegant Rentals

Submitted via Two Bright Lights

Adding vintage touches to your wedding can be done with style and these favors from Favor Days are the perfect ones to do that with. Plus, they're just the right touch of fun for all the upcoming summer weddings.

The Watering Can Planting Kit comes with everything you need to start growing a miniature garden of White Alyssum. And, since your guests will be growing their flowers directly in the watering can, it's an eco-friendly choice. But, if a green thumb isn't your thing, you can add color to your table with the super cute Mini Potted Succulents. Each white ceramic pot holds a miniature faux succulent and you can even add on the stakes for that extra rustic touch. These are wooden stakes that come with a clear personalized label showcasing your initials. If you choose, you can just handwrite your guests names directly on the wooden stake and you have the perfect place card and favor in one.

If you are planning a summer wedding you won't want to miss out on a beautiful way to keep your guests cool. These Rosette Paper Fans will add a touch of vintage elegance to your outdoor ceremony. You can even hang them from trees to add a touch of color to the decor {they're available in pink, mint, white or grey}. The MOD Pattern Monogram Paddle Fans will bring back a flare for the classics in their look and shape with a touch of modern style in the font choices. To complement your theme, you can add ribbon or twine to the fans for a completely customized look.

These vintage Framed Chalkboard Table Easels are a delightful way to help your guests navigate from the ceremony, to dining, to dancing and desserts. You can write the label of your choosing and then place them in their appropriate locations - it's like having a real-time roadmap without the clutter. These Framed Chalk Board Place Card Stands will add a touch of vintage flair to your party decor while helping your guests find their seats. They're also perfect for labeling everything from wine and cheese to cake and candy. The best part is their design won't interfere with your party theme.

These miniature Mason Drinking Jars with Flower Lids are sure to add a fun design element to your next party. You'll probably want to serve drinks in these lids with Striped Paper Straws {or even polka dotted ones}. The lid has the perfect spot for them. You can even use frozen fruit as an ice cube substitute for an extra little touch of fun.

Did you know that Arizona is a great place to have a wedding reception? According to the photographers of Amanda and Derrick's wedding, Photography by Verdi, they say it is because it hardly ever rains. Mindi and Rich say "You have to have really bad luck if it rains on your wedding in Arizona." As a result of this, Amanda and Derrick's reception was held under a star lit sky, so magical. Oh, and don't you just love the brides beautiful gown? I love the lace detailing on the sleeves and the succulents in her bouquet are gorgeous too.

Wedding Vendors:
Photographers: Photography by Verdi
Ceremony + Reception Venue: The Wright House
Portrait Location: Reflections at the Buttes
Officiant: 1st Officiant
Invitation Company: Definitely Debra
Bride's Floral Hair Decoration: Virginia Geiger Jewels
Ring Bearer Bowl: Paloma's Nest

So excited to share today's wedding {well mock-wedding} with you. It's by Michelle Savin, an organic mom turned eco stylist.  Michelle is known as the organic conscious mom, but shares her love for natural weddings in this piece - as well as her tips and tricks to help you easily include eco-wedding ideas into your special day. I will now turn this post over to Michelle as she explains her ideas behind this absolutely stunning shoot . . .

I created an eco wedding at a home in Naples, California. A wedding at home not only saves money, but it also reduces the carbon footprint. The backdrop of the Naples Canals was the perfect setting for her big eco wedding day.

Abigail De Jesus from Completely Gail created adorable recycled invitations and place cards that set the tone for the eco event.

I styled the wedding with burlap tablecloths, bamboo place settings, sustainable bamboo seating, reclaimed wood, succulent centerpieces, driftwood, and Beeswax votives. I used different shades of burlap to create the perfect setting. 

The cake was simple and was presented on a recycled cake board on a reclaimed wood table. Rossmoor Pastries was used because they are a green company that delivers their cakes using natural gas vehicles.

Nisie's Enchanted Florist in Los Alamitos, CA definitely enchanted the eco wedding. The succulent bridal bouquets and boutonnières were breathtaking. Not only were they strikingly beautiful but also their beauty could live on. They were planted after the shoot.

The Bride Gladys up-cycled a dress and borrowed what she needed. As the night wore on the beeswax votives from Bluecorn naturals glowed in Mason jars. LED lights ran lanterns strung above the dance floor. It was an event where nothing went to waste. Pierce Larick from New Revolution Photography captured the glow and joy in it all.

Vendors:
Eco Wedding Stylist: Michelle Savin
Photographer Pierce Larick of New Revolution Photography 
Eco Wedding Invitations and Paper: Completely Gail
Flowers and centerpieces: Nisie's Enchanted Florist
"Green" Wood Chairs: Classic Party Rentals
Bees Wax candles: Bluecorn Naturals
Wedding Cake: Rossmoor Pastries
Venue: a wedding at a home in Naples, California
Models: Gladys and Gerardo