Bridesmaids Make Up Gifts

The big day is over, and you have written your thank you cards to your guests. But, there are some people who you want to give a little something extra to, the people who really helped to make your day perfect. We have put together an idea that is a perfect way to say thank you to your bridesmaids. 

You will need:

A jar, or box

Tissue paper

Make up

Ribbons

Gift tags (printable available below)

Gather together these elements, and it's as simple as adding the tissue paper and arranging the make up items in a pretty way. Print the tags onto card and cut one out, then punch a hole at the top and thread some ribbon through. Tie it around the top of the jar or box.

It's a simple idea, but one that everyone will love. Why wait until after your wedding to give these to your bridesmaids? You could include some make up in colours that match your theme and that your girls can wear on the big day!

Click on the image below to print the tags!

To print, click on the image above and either right click and save (for PC users) or CTRL click and save (for Mac users). They are designed to be printed on A4 paper. 

Enjoy!

Henry and Flora xx

Pinterest - Rustic Wedding Inspiration

To coincide with the release of our latest wedding invitation design - 'Chalkboard Charm', we have put together this Pinterest mood board, gathering together rustic, natural items that compliment our design.

Perfect for country, rustic themed weddings, we hope you enjoy looking at our favourite picks this week! See below for links to the items.

1. Chalkboard Charm Wedding Invitation - Henry and Flora

2.  Chalkboard Charm RSVP - Henry and Flora

3. Scented Cancle in Rustic Jam Jars - The Wedding of My Dreams

4. Wooden Log Tea Light Holder - The Wedding of My Dreams

5. Set of Five Wooden Heart Wedding Place Names - Letterfest   

6. Natural Lavender Mini Wedding Crackers -  FrouFrou & Thomas

7. 'Bride' and 'Groom' Chalkboard Signs - Sarah & Bendrix

8. 'Naked' Cake - Mai Fink, via Wedding Chicks

9. Rustic Dried Flower Wedding Bouquet - The Artisan Dried Flower Company

DIY - Sweet Jar Place Cards

Hurrah, the seating plan is sorted! Phew! Now, you'll need somehow to show guests where they are sitting on their table. Folded place cards are a lovely idea, but we've found that unless you or a friend has beautiful handwriting you can be left disappointed with the result.

We have put together a nifty way of creating quirky place cards, that also doubles as cute little favours.

You will need:

Paper for the names (it doesn't have to be brown kraft paper!)

Assortment of fabric - we love mis-matching patterns and colours!

Sweets

Twine or pretty ribbon to tie around the fabric

Mini pegs - widely available

Scallop circle punch - available here

Paper flowers - available at most haberdashery shops

Letter rubber stamps - like these

Ink pad - available in many colours, we used white!

So, get the lid from the jar and cut out a circle of fabric that's about 4 cm bigger all round. If you are careful, you can lay several pieces of fabric on top of one another and cut 2 or 3 pieces at one. Then, fill the jars with your sweets and screw the lid on. Place the fabric on top and secure with twine - tying in a bow. Cut a scalloped circle from the brown paper with the punch, and start stamping your guests' names. We suggest finding the middle letter of the name and stamping that right in the middle of the circle. Then work your way outwards - this way you won't have an off-centered name! Fix to the bow you tied with a mini peg, and if you want, add a paper flower! You could maybe glue on a button or even sparkly gemstones!

It's a simple idea but will look so sweet sitting on everyone's placemats. Also, it's a great way to create something for your wedding yourself without getting too stressed out, as once you have all your materials gathered they can take less than10 minutes each. And if you have lots of guests, why not invite people over to lend a hand - you can get your own little production line going!

You don't have to stop at sweets, perhaps loose tea, coffee or even homemade jam is more your style! Simple, sweet, and tasty - what's not to love?