DIY wedding decorations :: shop some great ideas on Emmaline Bride or find out how to do them yourself

If you are still putting the final touches on your wedding day you need to check out Emmaline Bride. Their marketplace displays a array of handmade shops with an incredible amount of talented artists to help you decorate your wedding day. Not to mention Emmaline Bride's DIY blog is stacked full of beautiful ideas you can do yourself.
Here are some of my favs you can find on Emmaline Brides DIY!

Vintage brooch double band headpiece :: 2nd follow up on new project

In the midst of deconstructing more vintage jewelry another tiara style headband has evolved ;) Completely hand wired rhinestones and vintage brooches top a gold double band headpiece. What could been more flattering with your vintage style wedding gown!

no ordinary weekend

This weekend was no ordinary weekend for me. I was able to spend Sat and Sun with an amazing fashion designer Amy Hamilton in her intermediate hat designing workshop class in Granville Ohio. From her urban farmhouse home to her "his and hers" detached studio's, to the flower gardens and stone walkways her place was DREAM COME TRUE for most artists.

Amy Hamilton is the owner of Granville Millinery Company located in Granville Ohio. She is originally from Southern Vermont and came to Ohio to study Fashion Design at Columbus College of Art and Design. Her 20+ years millinery knowledge however is self taught and mighty fine I must say. Her designs are truly amazing and her personalty is most admirable. I cannot say enough about her or her designs. Read more about Amy Hamilton.

Here are a few pictures of our weekend in her studio. We had a blast designing and just chatting it up with one another. Lots of stories were exchanged and tons of laughing as well.

My hats are the two natural colored in the middle. The light grey with the navy vintage feather accent sitting on the tall hat stand is my parasisal straw hat, which we made on Sat. The small natural colored with bow/feather accent sitting on the canvas head is my felted wool hat which we made on Sun. Im not sure which hat is my favorite although both were challenging but so much fun to design.
Made some really great friends in the process.
Me concentrating very hard on tacking that feather just right.
Ladies hard at work! Yes you can see how big my belly is getting these days. 22 wks along
Got it!
The straw hat that Im wearing here was a completely unexpected design. I think it ended up beautiful with a "Chanel" type style.

AND THE $100 GIVEAWAY WINNER IS...

Exciting news!!! Time is up and the WINNER has been chosen. In light of receiving entries from an overwhelming amount of brides as well as vendors (photographers, make up & hair artists) there has been a 1st and 2nd place winner chosen. First place winner receives a $100 Le Chic Studio GC and second place winner receives a $75 Le Chic Studio GC



Drum roll please :)...

Our 1st place winner is Serena Scaffardi &
2nd place winner is Photographer Marie Mack OR Maria Mack Photography

To redeem your gift certificate please contact Le Chic Studio by email at info@lechicstudio.com

new project follow up... VINTAGE ROYALTY

In honor of the most talked about wedding of the year I thought I would create a couple of new pieces that pretty much scream vintage royalty. I decided to first create my version of the tiara. Not being a huge fan of tiaras in the first place I wanted to work with jewels that I do love, which are vintage brooches, earrings, pendants and pearls to name a few. So working with these things I made a headband that reminds me of a tiara. This project has given me a new love for wiring and working with metals. Me likey ALOT!!! Here are a few new pics of this ONE-OF-A-KIND piece. Find it in my SHOP to purchase.




Im working on a custom order for someone now in gold tones. I cant wait to see how it turns out. Stay tuned for more new "vintage royalty" pieces.

Calling all DIY Brides :: Rose Bredl Flowers & Garden

Ever thought of designing your own bridal bouquet by hand. Well florist Rose Bredl Flowers & Garden of the Short North District encourages brides to take a day to visit their beautiful shop and get inspired and get their hands dirty. Bring your best girls and make a bridal party out of it! Could you imagine when people see your bouquet on your wedding day? You can say, yes I actually deigned myself, by hand! Contact Rose Bredl by phone or email.

Not to mention Rose Bredl is probably one of the most gorgeous shops on High St. in the Short North District. Im in total awww before I even step through their doors. Then once Im in I cant leave. If you're ever in the Columbus, Oh area be sure and stop by, you wont regret it.

ADORE Alternative party

If you're looking for an alternative idea to a bachelorette party heres a great one. While browsing the Short North today I stumbled upon the sweetest little shop, Adore. They have items such a home decor, accessories, and knick-knack what nots. What's unique about Adore is all of the items are handmade and/or vintage pieces repurposed into modern functional "what nots" Just one quick walk through the shop and you'll be inspired! It'll have you asking yourself "why didn't I think of that?"

Even better I discovered that they offer bridal party options for brides who like to DIY and design handmade items. I believe its a package deal where the shop owner provides the craft materials and some food/drinks. Im sure you can customize your own party so just contact the owner HERE for more details. Afterwards there are plenty of great places to visit in the Short North. If you you don't live in Columbus Ohio, sorry you'll have to look for a place in your town that would offer this option.


Adore
745 N. High St.
Columbus, Ohio
phone 614.824.1696

new project

Im in the middle of deconstructing these recent found vintage pieces from the antique store. The plan is to create a one of a kind modern piece. Its inspiring just looking at all of the different textures, colors, materials and stones. I'm working with necklaces, brooches, pearls, rhinestone earrings, lace, tulle, torn silk bows, velvet ribbon and feathers. Take a look. Ill be posting the finished piece once i'm done.

Thank you for your entires!!

Its so exciting to see so many of you entering to win the $100 giveaway Le Chic Studio is offering. It will be a pleasure to work with the lucky winner on either a made to order item OR a custom headpiece/veil. Its really whatever you decide on.

This is the first giveaway we've offered on our blog and in doing so we're decided it would be fun to offer a "runner up" gift to the 2nd place drawing. Not sure what it will be yet, so hand tight and we'll be announcing the winners/prizes next week. Again thanks for the entries!

enter LE CHIC STUDIO's $100 GIVEAWAY!! its easy to enter

With spring time upon us and WEDDING SEASON fast approaching we've decided to GIVEAWAY a gift certificate to Le Chic Studio's online shop. Most of our merchandise is bridal related however we do offer accessories for everyday occasions as well. This gift card is transferable to a friend so if you know someone who is getting married this would be a perfect gift!

To enter the drawing please visit our facebook page and post the comment "I HEART VINTAGE". To earn a second entry please "LIKE" us on facebook, repost our giveaway on facebook, follow us on twitter, retweet, and/or subscribe to our BLOG

STARTS ON APRIL 4TH 8AM

ENDS ON APRIL 17TH 12PM