This month, we've loved... November 2013

November is nearly through, and we've had such a great month! I cannot believe where this month, or even this year has gone. Time really does fly when you are having fun. Here is a little round up of what  happened this month 

1. We put together sample pieces of our new 'traditional range of wedding stationery. It's a little different to our usual style but we are often asked whether we can create this style for couples so we've decided to make it part of our range! Watch this space for more news!

2. We went to the awards ceremony of the Kent Wedding Awards 2013. We didn't win our category but we are so chuffed to have been nominated, and we had a great evening! 

3. Fireworks night at my parents-in-law house. It was a perfect night for fireworks, nice and chilly but dry and fine. I got some awesome photos of sparklers!

4. We have been married for 3 months now :)

5. I love love love shopping in curiosity shops and finding little vintage gems. This typewriter didn't make it home with me, but only because of the price (it made me cough a bit!) - if it had been a little less, it would have been all mine!

6. Winter is coming, so I can dig out all my winter nail varnishes and wear dark colours again.

7. Winter also means guilt-free comfort eating, and this chicken and mushroom pie Will made was delicious! Looking forward to trying more wintery recipes.

8. We went for a  Sunday stroll in the cold the other weekend, and it was perfect for refreshing our stuffy heads. Fingers crossed for some good weather this weekend for more fresh air.

9. I love the sunsets at this time of the year. You have to take a snap as soon as you see it, because it will be gone in a moment. You could apply that to life really - seize the moment because it will be gone in a flash. (profound for me!)

Pom Pom Studio - PLUS GIVEAWAY!

Oh it's so nearly the weekend! And boy are we looking forward to a bit of rest and relaxation after the week we have had! Not only has our bespoke design service been very popular in October and November, we are also trying to get our heads around Christmas! The shops are really in full swing with gift ideas and festive music, it makes us a little anxious that we literally have given no thought to it at all yet!

Henry and Flora have teamed up with the Pom Pom Studio to offer our lovely readers the chance to WIN not only a beautiful 6ft musical note heart garland, but also 15 gorgeous pom poms to decorate your wedding venue with! There are 5 large, 5 medium and 5 small pom poms and 90 colours to chose from!

Picture Credit: Paul Joseph Photography

Each and every one is handmade in the UK. These stunning decorations are the perfect way to decorate your venue, and make use of a tall space that might otherwise be left bare. And the Pom Pom Studio don't only make pom poms! They have a delightful range of garlands, lanterns, pinwheels and much more.

Picture Credits: 1. Dominic Whiten Photography 3. Doily Days

Give your wedding day that 'WOW' factor with some pom poms!

Picture Credits: 1. Holly Booth  2. James and Lianna  3. EtsyUK  4. Craig and Kate Photography

Not only are they so pretty, these pom poms are enviromentally friendly too. They are made from 'eco' tisue paper, and not only acid free but bleed resistant too. It is produced using an average 60% post industrial waste paper and 10% post consumer waste. And they are 100% recyclable!

Check out the Pom Pom Studio online here, follow them on Facebook here, and tweet them here.

  

To enter, simply drop us an email with the subject line 'Pom Poms' to hello@henryandflora.com ! 

T's and C's

• This is only open to UK residents

• You will win 5 large, 5 medium and 5 small pom poms, plus a 6ft musical note heart garland

• Winners will be notified by email

• This giveaway closes on 7th December 2013 at 11am GMT

Be lucky! 

Henry and Flora xx

Wedding Blog Awards!

We are SO EXCITED to announce that we have been shortlisted for the Wedding Blog Awards, best wedding DIY blog! I don't think we have stopped grinning since we heard on Friday evening! 

We really want to thank everyone who voted for us in the first place, just to be nominated is incredible! If you can spare a moment to vote for us again, we would be so happy. You just have to select our blog 

"henryandflorablog.blogspot.co.uk" in the Best Wedding DIY blog

and enter your email address. 

We cannot thank you enough! Keep up to date with award info on twitter using the hashtag #weddingblogawards

Pinterest Love - Pom Poms!

We have gathered together some of our favourite images of pom poms from Pinterest. From hanging displays that add interest to an otherwise neglected space in a room, to decorating cakes and even adding wire hooks to create name cards, pom poms are so versatile! We love the idea of pom pom confetti - perhaps not the quickest, nor the most eco-friendly - but that aside, how cute would it be to throw pom poms over the newly wedded couple?!

Credits: 1. Potter and Butler 2. Pom Pom Factory 3. via. RuffledBlog 4. via. Rustic Wedding Chic 5. via. Style M ePretty 6. Aliexpress 7. via. Martha Stewart 8. via. Red Velvet Occasions 9. Pom Pom Factory 10. Antropologie 11. Pippi

Alphabet Bags = Our New Obsession!

We have fallen in love all over again.

Alphabet Bags is an online shop selling tote bags, purses, pouches and other lovely accessories all with beautiful and simple typography on them.

They have various collections for sale but, obviously, our favourite was their wedding collection.

Can you imagine anyone not being thrilled receiving one of these bags?! All designs come in a range of delightful colours so you are sure to be able to find something to match your theme. They are the ideal tote for your lovely bridesmaids or maid of honour - fill them with gifts and let them carry out their duties in style!

We nearly squealed when we saw this 'bride' pouch - so useful for all those little items you just can't do without on your big day!

Out of all their gorgeous designs, our favourite here at Henry and Flora has got to be the glittery heart pouch! The heart design has been printed in super sparkly gold glitter on soft natural canvas with a natural cotton lining.  Not just for weddings, these pouches are perfect for any party too - who wants a heavy, dull handbag when you could have one of these!?

The perfect accessory for your big day. Ideal for carrying essentials and they'd make a fun prop for photos! They are also a wonderful keepsake for when the big day is over.

All of these items are for sale at www.alphabetbags.com

You can also follow what Lucas and Hayley are up to over on their blog.

Work the Theme - Vintage Styling

With the vintage theme for weddings as popular as ever, we have put together a collection of the best beauty buys and stylish accessories to work this look. Whatever your budget, you can create a look that oozes subtle vintage glamour. 

We love this hair piece from 'Silver Sixpence in her Shoe.' It has such beauty in it's simplicity, but still adds a beautiful detail to the outfit. Keep your make-up simple, all that's needed is a subtle sweep of brown eyeliner, a rosy glow of blusher on the apples of your cheeks and a 'just-bitten' lip colour to complete the understated vintage look.

1. Anais Lace Headpiece - Silver Sixpence in her Shoe, £130

2. Bourjois Effet Smoky Sparkling Pencil in Mocha - Boots, £5.49

3. E.L.F. Mineral Blush in Joy - E.L.F, £5

4. Colourglide Shine Lip Colour in Shell Pink - The Body Shop, £10

5. Pearl Petal Stud Earring - Accessorize, £8

6. Stay Flawless 15 Hour Primer - Benefit, out June 13th

Vintage Rose - Wedding Stationery

We are proud to announce we have a new suite of wedding stationery available today - and it goes by the name of 'Vintage Rose'.  New to Henry and Flora, this set is square with the invitations measuring 148mm x 148mm, and smaller items such as the RSVP and Save the Date cards measuring 95mm x 95mm. They are all designed with a soft duck egg blue polka dot reverse.  Matching items are available, including menu cards, directions and thank you notes.

You can find this design, along with our other items, in our online shop - www.henryandflora.com

We hope you love them as much as we do!

Henry and Flora