Elegant & Vintage Styled Bridal Accessories
I'm Just starting this page, so I apologize for the lack of content QUANTITY.
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SMART/ELEGANT/QUALITY -
I can assure you will be here.
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Cookie-cutter ideas, HERE, you will NOT find.
Frankly, if you want those same, tired ideas go somewhere else. Call it (the same, tired ideas) "traditional." Traditional, I am not.
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The whole, "been-there, done-that" is certainly out there, but not here.
More on the aforementioned comment; if you have an idea of your own and can't seem to find it, and it may not be here (under construction), JUST ASK ME.
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I am a great resource for lots of things: doing, finding, taking ideas and running with it. If it can be done any better in some ways, believe me, I'll figure that out, too.
Shawl for Formal Setting
This lovely creation took several months to complete. (5/23/24). The piece (BELOW) shown is the back. This is the completed piece.
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More pieces similar to this style will be created in the future. Some will be for a more casual purpose. Many styles, colors, variations are in the planning stages.
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Hairpin Lace shawls are next to be made. Classes are scheduled in March, 2025 if you would like to attend. Actually, I prefer to teach on a less "scheduled" basis. Please let me know if you would like to set up a class. If a special venue is not being used the instruction is much less expensive since I would not have to split the cost to the student from the fee. I'm working on getting this information onto Facebook, which I can't stand. Thanks for coming to the website.
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The inspiration for this piece is a cowl neck sweater -- completely revamped.
Which brings me to the other brain-child of the past 6-7 months....the desire to teach all of these lovely techniques. If you can tie your own shoes you can, most certainly, learn to crochet.
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I finally threw my hat in the Big Leagues...started teaching in Little Genesee Library and private lessons. Also, I'm scheduled at the TRI COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL 2025.
As I work on this piece I also jump out of it to work on the latest Floral Embroidery Hand Cozy. It too, will include crocheted elements in it's edging and to cover the fingers. Quite a story of its evolution will be included as it is added to the site.
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This is the back of the shawl. Because crochet thread involves more Yardage to fill volume it is actually quite warm and heavier than something crocheted with yarn. Thread, which is used here, is also very airy and allows air movement away from the body. I'm very excited about this piece. All of the stitches are from MY HEAD, (meaning no pattern was followed). Various types of stitches were used. The lacy area that has the most openings in the center is the LOVE KNOT stitch. Classes are available. Call me to schedule!!!
There are probably over 50 variations of some very basic stitches, usually the chain stitch, single and double crochet stitches that make up this shawl. I say all the time, and believe me, with complete honesty and without ANY ARROGANCE, "if you can tie your shoes, you CAN do this." So, I teach. I've taught many, many people over the years how to crochet. I learned by watching people who are right handed and being, myself, a left-handed person, I had to absorb and do it myself and my love for what the creations can be which is always the motivation for everything we do. Cooking a meal or doing laundry - everything has its purpose and then there's the expression of what you feel is necessary and useful and beautiful.
How about a Game??? At the reception!
A treasure hunt???
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Take the ideas from the bridal shower and play the games during an intermission break from dancing. Do it early enough where all the guests are there and can be included.
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Game Idea:
Couples Trivia. Who knows more about the couple? But who can add to it or give a different version of the story. (Rules, this is to be fun, not embarrassing).
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In lieu of carrying a bouquet...
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Centuries ago the bride held a mirror, or a small satchel containing a talisman, herbs or tissues.
Satin
Organza/organdy
This lovely flower was a commissioned piece by Deborah, a business owner in California. Deborah creates pillows, draperies and other sundries of home decor.
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This flower can be made in any number of sizes, shapes, colors, layers and depth of petals, flower centers, stamen types, etc.
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As an example of how this flower could be used;
**flower crown -
satin - as is. OR organza/organdy:
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**Ring Bearer Pillow
**Bouquet - Non Traditional
(Mixing All sorts of flowers like these or Not using flowers at all - use a peacock feather or a little book).
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Choker - simple and strikingly pretty.
Sunflower & Roses
Wedding Theme
Another Non-Traditional
means of accessorizing
your wedding.
Flowers that will not wilt or die
THAT YOU HAVE DESIGNED.
Incorporate flowers that can be created in any numerous ways to be befitting in your special day.
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*Headpiece/wreath/veil/hat, etc
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*Adornment on your dress (anywhere).
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*3D flower on any of the stationery used for your wedding (picture to the right or below (mobile version)).
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*Wedding favors with your flower on them. (Other wedding favors on this page as well....that are NOT traditional).
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YOUR imagination is an amazing thing...use it.
(as Thank You Gifts)
Now, don't forget the
Thank You Gifts.
Show your appreciation
to all the folks (& businesses)
that put so much time, effort and expense, travel, stress, phone calls, etc.
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Skip the platitudes and blushing for all their love, time and effort and give them something PERSONAL.
They were happy to be there for you but giving them something that is personal -- to them-- is a proper thank you.
Wedding Favors: all sorts; pretty and Unique!!
These guys are "smool." Favor sized.
Christmas Theme for
Aunt Teresa...
...but Uncle Jack gets his
own baby Crown Royal.
The travel size/one off/whatever you call it/tiny sized bottle is cute, for sure, but instead of the booze, you can be creative:
INDIVIDUALIZE
this idea:
how about a personal note or a memory, yea...like a fortune cookie, but better!
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The favors can be a whole mix of different bags, notes, mementos.
Same, same, same is the same.
My idea here, at their place cards put a PERSONAL MOMENTO.
Even if some people get a range of similar favors and only a few get something absolutely unique only unto what they understand,you've at least made the gesture INTERESTING. Just like a Christmas gift, you are giving back and saying thanks for sharing this day with us. Take this opportunity to make the favor special.