Today I get to introduce you to the AWESOME Betty again. You may remember her from The Vintage Pamper Box. Betty is also the owner of the fabulous Pamper and Curves blog.

Betty is quite a dab-hand at DIY – You may have seen her crafts featured in Vintage Life Magazine? Today I get to show off something that she’s been working VERY hard on..

That’s correct. If you’re a bride-to-be looking at how to DIY some fantastic crafts for your wedding day – LOOK NO FURTHER! 

My personal favourite is the shot glass candle:

Including gorgeous crafts such as hair fascinators and birdcage veils, it’s a must have for the crafty bride-to-be!

I also love these lollipop wedding favours:

To celebrate the release and awesomeness of Betty’s book, I am giving Marry Me Ink readers a chance to win a copy of this book, complete with signed photograph of the awesome Betty!

All you have to do is leave a comment on this post with what you’re hoping to DIY for your wedding!  (Make sure you enter you email address in the field so I contact you if you win!)

COMPETITION ENDS FRIDAY 3RD MAY – Less than two weeks away!

GOOD LUCK!

This week brings another edition of Pretty Pins – Where during my heavy pinning, I’ve been on the look out for my favourite pins for things such as wedding décor, floral inspiration groom styling and the like.

This week I bring you alternative and quirky centrepieces for your reception tables!

~ Fairground centrepiece ~ Taxidermy centrepiece ~ Paper pin-wheels ~ Autumn pumpkins ~
~ Geometric paper shapes ~ Hot air balloon ~

If you have Pinterest, you can easily find yourself lost for hours buried under thousands of gorgeous grey tulle dresses like this one – That is exactly what I’ve just done all night.

This edition of Pretty Pins, I bring you great ways to add colour to your venue! If you’re on Pinterest, make sure to keep up to date with all the Marry Me Ink boards.. AKA my “well-invested” time!

Fairy Lights, Paper PomPoms, Flower Curtains, Paper Hanging Lanterns, Paper Streamers, Large Balloons

Who doesn’t want to be a mermaid? Today on Marry Me Ink, I’ve handpicked my favourite Etsy finds to ensure your wedding is swimming in hues of green and teal. The list includes gorgeous decor and the best shell tiaras a mermaid could want.

Beach Vine Centerpiece – Rookie Creates

Sea Mist Seashell Crown – Noon On The Moon

Sea Shells Boutonniere – Delos Artist

Abalone Shell Mermaid Crown – Mermaids Palace 

Coral Beach Bridal Sash – Hans Holzkopf

Mermaid Jellyfish Table Centerpiece – Rookie Creates

Siren: Seashell Bridal Crown – Hairbows Wonderland

Throughout 2017, I will be bringing some gorgeous wedding inspiration on a fortnightly basis from the wonderful world of Pinterest. Planning my own wedding is fun, especially when there are so many ideas to choose from. These posts will not only bring colour schemes for your wedding, but entire themes, such as this one – The TIKI wedding – Perfect for the Tropical bride!

Below you can see my selection of favourites from the Tiki Wedding pins, but make sure you follow Marry Me Ink on Pinterest for plenty of other wedding inspiration. Do you have a wedding theme or style in mind for your own big day? I’d love to hear about them!

Tropical Wedding Altar
Tiki Wedding Cake
Pineapple Table Decoration
Tropical Bouquet
Tropical Print Bridesmaid Dress
Tropical Table Decor
Tiki Wedding Stationery

It’s December!! And in three weeks time will be one of my favourite times of the year – Christmas!

Today on Marry Me Ink I get to share with you this amazing styled shoot from Chloe Lee Photography and Michaela at Clear Hearts – THE Rock and Roll events planner for the UK.. Imagine all your favourite things about Christmas all in one place – That’s what this shoot is about. I love it when my house looks like Christmas threw up in it and this is why I love this shoot – full of all the vintage and kitsch wonders you can find!

The idea was born of my love of “more is more,” Bjork and artists like Paul Yore, this mixed with Chloe Lee’s love of all things kitsch, Disney and O.T.T. Meant the cuteness flowed. She is the perfect pick for photographer as she knows how to make everything look adorable. 

I (Michaela, Clear Hearts) got all of us involved in bringing the kitsch, even though we all had different jobs on this shoot the team bought some of their fave Christmas Kitsch items for me to add into the styling. It made for such a great selection and made the van so full of fun. Kayleigh K our MUA bought her personal style of flawless bright skin and she added some beautiful sparkle to fit our theme. 

The cake with biscuits hanging from it was the genius idea of Malarkey cakes who also made the sparkly doughnuts hanging on the DIY mini doughnut wall made by Clear Hearts. They created the adorable biscuit pops which eliminated any sticky finger problems as the bride and groom tucked in enthusiastically.

Looking at the models  (makeup artist Yazz and tattoo artist Chris) you can see why Paper Hearts paintings was so keen to illustrate their likeness, she did a beautiful job and it turned out the couple were already big fans of her work! What a lovely Christmas gift that they got to keep after the fun day of shooting.

The shoes by Beretun Designs are a Christmas dream, they have a well known poem in and the cheeky questions of “naughty” or “nice” these paired with the grooms hand tattoo saying “play nice” was a beaut little tie in. The jacket (WOW) and pom pom earrings are the by the amazing and unique Sassy Freak. The cutest bridal headpiece came from McFayden Millinery and we styled this with a simple and stunning two piece from Halo and Wren boutique. A flower hoop from Sweet Pea Rosa made our bride look delightfully regal in her soft-toy hat and jacket.

Our “is he or isn’t he Santa” model wore a bespoke red velvet suit from the talented Karlus G Tailor, a bow tie and pocket square from the stylish LV made in England was a fresh take on the standard grooms suit. Magic happened in finding suppliers for this shoot, the light up necklace and lapel piece was created by Fwaylawn and when I said “go for it” boy did she?!  

This shoot was all about the tasty sweetness of Christmas and that was delivered full force by the incredibly original Anges De Sucre with a croquembouche that caused squeals of delight as each new person saw it. 

With the background of a classic VW van with pick n mix and festive ribbons included (white van wedding co) for our gorgeous couple to lounge in and fill with their obvious love! Umbrellas were provided by brolly bucket and protected the couple from our onslaught of bubbles and pom poms (is there a cuter “onslaught” imaginable?). Photographer Chloe Lee and I were so excited to have our vision realised by so many talented suppliers.

The video comes from Electric Blue and shows that kitsch can be rock n roll too, she showed off the Trolls and Polly Pockets I found in my parents loft to perfection. I can’t wait to see more weddings in 2018 featuring these! Scents and personalised candles were provided by Sweetness and light candles, as soon as the cinnamon hit our nostrils on the day we were ready to get in the Christmas mood!

AHHHHHHH – ISN’T IT AWESOME?!!!! I am totally in love with this shoot! Everything looks to cute and tasty I love it! Thank you so much to Clear Hearts and Chloe Lee Photo for sharing this Kitschmas wedding inspiration with Marry Me Ink!