Sticks n’ Stones

Sticks and stones may break your bones but I promise, these twigs are going to warm your heart.
Okomido brings life to recycled precious metals and gemstones through their interpretation of nature’s masterpieces. These distinctive stackable twig rings are a brilliant example of their exquisite artisan pieces handcrafted using 18K rose gold, sterling silver and chocolate [...]

Pleasantly Polished

I’ve never really been one to fuss with my nails; I’m more of an active length, neatly trimmed type of gal. 
If it wasn’t for a well manicured friend who strongly urged me to get my nails done the day before my wedding, I probably would have made my debut with nails au naturale.
Half way through [...]

Chocolate, Diamonds & Rings…

Three of my favorite things. When I saw this delicious wedding set from Angie Star Jewelry it was inevitable I’d fall in love with it.
 Made by Angie herself, this stunning recycled 14k yellow and 14k white gold set shows-off beautiful organic shapes and finishes and is topped off with a stunning conflict-free chocolate diamond.
Angie Star [...]

Do you have your Wedding Day Emergency Kit?

In our free eco-friendly wedding planner we discuss the importance of a Wedding Day Emergency Kit. If you haven’t downloaded the planner yet, I highly recommend you do so; included in the planner is a detailed checklist of items to include in your kit. 
If you are looking for a well organized, stylish and eco friendly bag to [...]

A Wedding Donation to Help Haiti

We’ve all watched the heartbreaking reports of devastation and suffering in Haiti after the recent earthquake. What can we do to help?
One way to help is through a donation to the relief effort through a reputable charitable organization. One such organization which is near to my heart is World Vision.
World Vision has a long standing [...]

Blooms in a Box

We love this favor idea from Plant a Memory – Lilies in a box. This elegant wedding favor is sure to enchant your guests both on your wedding day upon receiving and again when the bulbs begin to sprout and bloom.
This hardy perennial that can be planted either indoors  or out is a gift that will last a [...]

For the true Ecopolitan Bride

This showstopper Blue and White Diamond estate ring from Overstock.com — yes, they sell estate jewelry as part of their “Go Green Buying Guide” — is a must have for the bride who loves style, luxury and original one-of-a-kind pieces.
Set in platinum, this previously owned three stone design ring featuring a gleaming blue diamond flanked by [...]

Old Fashioned Love

These adorable birch vases remind us of days gone by. A time before Twitter, Facebook and personal engagement websites; a time when boy met girl, boy fell in love with girl and declared his love by carving their initials into a tree.
Perfect for a wedding table centerpiece, these handmade vases by Etsy artisan RainonSunday are made of local Portland fallen Birch [...]

Wedding Direction Signs

Ok, I’ll confess, I’m a bit of a sign snob. There is nothing that makes me cringe more than a makeshift wedding direction sign made from an old cardboard box and handwritten in Jiffy Marker. Oh, and let’s not forget the balloons that are always attached to them.
Now I understand directional signage is not high [...]

December Wedding

So your Christmas wedding is fast approaching and you’re still looking for that perfect centerpiece.
Well, we’ve found it!
This gorgeous birch log vase from Etsy floral designer Allison at NHWoodscreations will add that hit of color and texture to your reception tables.
Made of birch bark, the vase is filled with moss, wild rosehips, pine branches, [...]

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