Rustic Rendezvous

Less is more when it comes to planning weddings this summer. Being a minimalist on your big day sure does pay off especially when you include beautiful rustic accents.


Instead of weddings filled with over the top accents and colors, minimize your color scheme and choose meaningful embellishments. This way, even a large wedding can feel intimate and welcoming. Cedar, burlap, wood, and glass are all great textures to incorporate. Sticking to the neutral color palette of olive, white, egg shell, and brown is not only warm and rustic, but can work in any venue.


Our Glass Bubble Vase Placecard Holder is the perfect accent for the occasion. Not only will it add a little sparkle to your table setting but this eye catcher can also be taken home as a favor for your wedding guests. Consider pairing it with a similar flower from your wedding bouquet or centerpiece. 


At the end of the day, your wedding should be turning your dreams into a reality. Making this day the happiest of your life can be done. We are hoping these ideas have offered you something to plan from, good luck ladies! 


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A Splash of Coral!

One of the most popular wedding trends for the summer of 2012 is a crisp color scheme incorporating a pop of color. Here at Gracious Bridal, we adore the look of coral paired with neutrals and beautiful cactus floral arrangements.

Incorporating coral into a palette of neutrals is simple. Whether the coral takes the place of your signature drink at the reception or the napkins to your setting place, this color is so inviting and eye catching, it will sure to be a hit with the guests. Think about including coral as the potholders to your cactus floral centerpieces. Buying the pots that cactus grow in naturally is a budget-friendly and beautiful way to incorporate this color.

Another thing to remember is although the wedding palette is neutral, the textures in your reception and wedding will play a large role. Our Burlap Votive Table Numbers are a great example of that. Behind a flickering flame, these table numbers will glow, lighting up your otherwise neutral table setting. 

A beautiful and simple wedding is easy to create but incorporating a splash of coral will take your wedding to the next level! Happy planning!


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A Country Chic Wedding!

Nothing says timeless summer wedding quite like an outdoor venue with soft, country inspired, feminine touches. Your dream of a country chic wedding can be easily reached while maintaining the detailed traditions that brides hold so close to their hearts.

Preserving the traits of a classic country wedding while adding a chic and sophisticated edge is not as difficult as it may seem. Charming and delicate details like iron bird cages as a reception guest card holder are a perfect compliment to a picnic table adorned with trinkets and earthy floral arrangements. What is so appealing about these country chic weddings is their ability to incorporate two different styles into one beautiful event, just look at how endearing the mason jars look on a chic lace table cloth. 

One trouble you may face in the planning process of a country chic wedding is being able to uphold the traditions that make a wedding such a classic event. With our Lucky Silver Sixpence Keepsake the old adage of "Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue" will hold its own! This beautiful silver sixpence, a sign of good luck on a wedding day, is the perfect wedding token or gift to your bridesmaids to make your event unforgettable and uniquely yours. 

Hopefully we have been able to put your worries at ease about planning a wedding with such great detail and tradition! Remember, this is your day, enjoy it and the beautiful summer weather!

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Don't Forget to Have Fun!

It's all about having fun with the people you love! Your wedding day goes by in a flash. Before you know it, the day is over and all you have left are the memories, so we urge you ladies to embrace your day with all its little hiccups, and have a blast!

We search the web high and low looking for inspiration for our beloved brides, and we stumbled upon an idea too great not too share! If you're having an outdoor wedding, it's always a gamble trying to predict the weather.

In order to make your guests as comfortable as can be when the weather decides to turn on you, set up a station where your lady friends can grab a shawl when the night gets chilly. Just find an old dresser, or if you already have one perfect for this idea, bring it to your reception venue, and fill with tons of old shawls and scarfs. There's no better way to make each and every one of your guests feel special on your wedding day, than helping them to be as comfortable as possible!

Another great idea? Games! You might be as busy as can be trying to speak with all of your guests and pose for pictures, but it's important to recognize that your friends might need something to occupy them while you're engaged in another conversation. We love the idea of having a bean bag toss or even horseshoes. A simple game that will keep your friends laughing and having a wonderful time. 

Today's featured product is also a sure way to make your guests feel special. Our Custom Stripe Favor Labels & Tags are easily attachable to any gift you choose to send your guests home with. They vary in 21 different colors and can hold four lines of text. The perfect way to personally celebrate their attendance!

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Not for the Faint of Heart!

It doesn't need to be Valentine's day to have a heart-filled reception! As a bride, you have total control over your wedding theme and are free to show the love as much as you choose!

Incorporating hearts throughout your reception is a cute and easy way to add tons life and make your guests say "Aww" at every turn. It's not only adorable, but also works as an inexpensive way to design your wedding and add pops of color! With a little time, and some help from your maids, most of these projects you can easily tackle at home!

Ever thought of decorating with doilies?! We have the perfect solution to make string lights interesting, without having to fork over a ton of money. Weave your string lights through paper doilies to create an effortless and cute look. Use more or less doilies depending on how bold you want your lighting to be. 

Another simple and pretty DIY project? Create your own paper hearts using colorful and thick card stock. This project lets you be in total control because it allows you to choose whichever color you decide and create hearts in an array of sizes. Once you've created your lovely hearts, simply punch two holes at the top and weave twine through to create a simple heart hanging. Voila! You now have beautiful hearts that you can hang wherever you choose, and your guests will never know how little you spent!

While we're on the topic of hearts, today's featured product is our Personalized Heart Favor Labels. These simple labels make a huge impact on your guests and will mesh beautifully with all the hearts you've created. You can personally design your heart label with 16 different colors to choose from and even have the option to upload a photo to your label! 

Enjoy creating a wedding that's not for the faint of heart, ladies!

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Table Numbers!

You've decided the location, the food, the music you will dine too, but have you chosen what your guests will see on their table? Or even how your guests will recognize which table is theirs?! Table numbers, ladies! 

Table numbers are a great way to show off your signature style and go as bold or subdued as you choose. They also serve as an inexpensive DIY route depending on the style you are attempting to achieve. Do you know what size and shape the tables will be at your reception venue? If not, finding out the dimensions is your first step in choosing the right table design. You don't want your design to be too large if the tables will be in close proximity to one another. It's important to visualize how the whole room will look with each table decorated. This can help you decide which route you will choose for your table numbers. 

The shabby-chic look is such a simple way to make your reception feel more intimate and warm. If you're a DIY bride, this is the project for you! Simply gather knickknacks, books, frames and small vases in assorted colors (keeping in your theme, of course!) that can easily be arranged on the table. The books will be used to create height in your design, and will serve as a place to showcase your framed table number. If you do decide this is your kind of look, we recommend filing the little vases with soft flowers that will enhance the "shabby" theme. 

Today's featured product is our Laser Cut Table Numbers. These table numbers are a stylish alternative if you just don't have the time to create your own design. They come in six assorted colors and will not only be easy for your guests to recognize, but also serve as a beautiful addition to your decor!

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Little Ideas and Quirks

It's the little things in life. The pretty little things, that is! This post is dedicated to the little ideas and quirks that we couldn't help but share with you ladies!

We came across a fabulous guest book idea, perfect for the grammar-loving couple out there! Instead of your guests signing a book that will probably never be showcased, nor get any long-lasting use out of, how about give them a game to play allowing them to document their presence! Mad Libs: Guestbook style. Alright, we just made that name up but this is a seriously fun idea for your guests to feel a part of your future. Create a template that will allow your guests to fill in verbs, nouns and adjectives describing future activities you and your hubby will partake in. Think honeymoon, date night, vacation spots, your first pet... You will have a blast reading through all your guest's hilarious ideas for your future, and who knows, you might stumble upon a great idea in the process!

It's always difficult trying to find a seating chart design that is functional AND pretty! Ever thought of using vintage spoons to achieve this process? Neither did we! Visit your local resale shop for vintage silverware that can be engraved with sayings such as "Love" (pictured above) or even your wedding anniversary. Then attach a pretty little ribbon with the place card, telling your guest where to find their seat. This idea is a fantastic way to avoid table number chaos in a unique way, allowing your guests to take their personalized treat home. 

Speaking of gifts....today's featured item is our Personalized Colorful Dots & Stripes Wedding Favor Box. This is the perfect springtime wedding gift! The box is available in many colorful hues, attached with a pretty little satin bow. Fill this box with cookies, chocolates or candies to satisfy the sweet tooth in your circle of friends!

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