by Chelsea Costa
Friends, I’ve had the absolute best time being a contributor here for Cyd and The Sweetest Occasion, but the time has come for me to move along! This will be my last DIY post here, and so what better way to celebrate than with a sweet little “Bon Voyage” garland?
Supplies -
- alpha punch-out letters (like these)
- gold spray paint
- baker’s twine
- tiny hole punch
First, I really wanted the letters to be gold, so I just spray painted my sheet of letters before I punched any out. I spray painted both sides so that the garland would be cute both front and back. You can definitely choose to keep the original paper color!
Next, punch out the letters for your message.
Using your hole punch, punch two holes in each letter.
String the twine through each letter, threading it from back to front and back again.
Arrange your letters neatly and celebrate! This would be so sweet tied to a couple of bamboo skewers and used as a cake topper at a going away party! Also perfect for a bride and groom about to escape to their honeymoon. However you use it, do so in good health. And a heartfelt thank you for having me here on The Sweetest Occasion for the last year and a half – it’s been such a joy. Bon Voyage! xoxo
{Photos by Lovely Indeed for The Sweetest Occasion.}
Editor’s note: While today is Chelsea’s final post for The Sweetest Occasion, she and her husband are setting off on all new adventures! Be sure to join her at Lovely Indeed for loads of inspiration, DIY ideas and a little glimpse at where life is taking her next. Hint: It involves a cross-country move and a whole lot of pretty. You’ll be missed, Chelsea! xoxoxo
I think most of you probably know of my obsession with the New England coast by now. I seriously can’t get enough of preppy nautical style, rocky coastlines, the smell of salt in the air, and the slower pace of life along the coast. Toes in the sand, sun on my face, and great lobster for dinner? Sign me up all day long! Today’s color palette is directly influenced by my love for New England with soft shades of deep sailor blue and crisp seersucker with a slightly overcast tone, which matches today’s gray-blue skies here in Syracuse. Fellow water lovers, you’re going to love this one!
{Photos, from top: Chance Co. / Jessica Smith Photography via Style Me Pretty / Babble.}
I am so excited this morning to share this super cool bridal shower planned by Sharon Garofalow from Cupcakes & Cutlery for her good friend, Lauren of A Fabulous Fete. An intimate celebration held at Lauren’s home, Sharon settled on a “For, Like, Ever” theme (based on the well known poster) that appeared throughout the party, kicking things off with invitations designed by our very own Jenny Batt of Hank and Hunt. One of my favorite parts? Sharon created a self-serve champagne cocktail bar so guests could mix themselves tasty drinks at will. Treats by Meringue Bake Shop kept the guests nibbling and everyone was even surprised with individual funnel cakes served while Lauren opened her presents. (Love that idea!) So many fun ideas at a really fresh and modern bridal shower celebration.
For more photos, visit Cupcakes & Cutlery where Sharon also shares her recipes for the sorbet champagne cocktails and the pretty pink and gold goat cheese appetizer featured at the shower. Don’t miss it!
Vendors -
Invitation design: Hank and Hunt / Desserts + cake: Meringue Bake Shop / Flavored sucker favors: Sweetniks / Photography: Dez and Tam / Planning + design: Sharon Garofalow from Cupcakes & Cutlery / Setup + party prep assistance: Emily and Amanda
{Photos by Dez and Tam.}
I hope everyone’s weekend is off to a great start! If you’re looking for a little family fun this weekend, pop over to The New Home Ec at Babble where I’m sharing 8 fun weekend activities for kids – awesome ways to keep the little kids and the kids at heart smiling all weekend long. Oh yes, and there is ice cream involved. Everybody loves ice cream! Happy Saturday!
{Photo from The Faux Martha.}
Hey, everyone! I hope you had an awesome week following the long holiday weekend. Mine seems to have zipped by in a whirlwind yet again. This weekend I am going to prepping for a really exciting new series I’ll be introducing in the coming weeks. I can’t wait to share it with you! I’m also thinking tonight calls for a rainy Friday movie night on the couch. Pass the popcorn! And, I am going to attempt golfing this weekend for the first time in about 15 years – wish me luck! It’s one of those things I keep saying I want to try again and never seem to do so I’m really excited. Here’s wishing you all a happy weekend – see you here on Monday!
{Photo from Modish. Love this new series!}
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