Guest Book Posters

We're always on the lookout for guest books that are not really guest books. We're fans of guest books in disguise, especially these personalized posters that guests can sign, and the happy couple can later display somewhere in their home.

All images are from the Personalized Prints Etsy shop. Click here to shop.

Creative Wedding Ideas

If you're looking for ways to be creative at your wedding, shower, birthday party etc. there's a few really unique products we've seen floating around that you might love.

Skip the traditional guest book for this Custom Puzzle Guest Book by Bella Puzzles Too. This puzzle is made of wood and can be customized. Visit Bella Puzzles Too for more information on how to place a custom order.

Are you having a beer themed party or hosting your wedding/shower at a distillery? Here's a different type of favour to give out to your guests: personalized beer: Girl In Gear Studio offers personalized waterproof beer labels. Visit Girl In Gear Studio for more information, pricing and design options.

Preserve your wedding vows in the most unexpected way with this Personalized Wedding Vow Wall Art Plaque by Nice Day 4 A White Wedding. This amazing canvas really needs no introduction, we think it's one of the most romantic ideas ever! Visit Nice Day 4 A White Wedding for more information.

How are you bringing some creativity to your special event?

{Inspiration Board} An Pretty In Pink Etsy Style Wedding

Images from top left:

• Set of 50 Wedding Place Name Escort Cards Votive Candles
• Romantic White Pearl Wedding Cake Cookie Favours
• Flower Girl Dress Vintage Inspired
• Georgianna Gardenia and Cherry Blossom Clip

Images from bottom left:

• Blush Paper Pom
• French Stripes Save the Date Cards
• Clear Printed Candy Tubes
• Viviana Bracelet - Rosaline Pink Swarovksi Crystal and Sterling Silver

Vendor Spotlight: This Fine Day Online Wedding Boutique

Who: Christine Shelton of This Fine Day, an online wedding boutique selling hand crafted wood place card holders, candle holders and handmade hair accessories, located in Portland, Oregon USA.

How It All Started

What inspired you to open your Etsy shop?
Actually my friend was preparing for her wedding and wanted to add a bit of Portland to her destination wedding in Fresno, California, and asked me if I knew anyone who could make some little round stump place card holders. My husband used to run a contracting business and had all sorts of saws, and we also had a shed full of wood from a fallen tree, so, I told her to give me an hour and I would make one for her. It was perfect and just what she wanted. We made 200 of them for her wedding and about a week later I decided to put a few up online to see if anyone else would be interested in them. It turned out they were a hit there too. Now I'm focusing on developing new products and keeping up with other wedding trends however the rustic wedding theme never seems to go out of style luckily!

How did you come up with the name for your company?
I remember thinking of the band A Fine Frenzy and how their songs and videos made me feel. I wanted the name to be sweet and simple but memorable. I liked the flow of A Fine Frenzy, especially the word fine. I figured This Fine Day would embrace the present tense: while every day is a fine one, collectively you are building the blocks towards that special day (your wedding day).

How long have you been in business?
This Fine Day has been open since May 2010 however, I also run a jewelry shop one Etsy that has been in business since 2009. When I opened the jewelry shop, I always paid special attention to the Etsy success stories, tips, articles and the seller handbook to help me learn what would and would not work with setting up shop (with images etc.) When This Fine Day started to take off, I really put my research to work to build my shop and shortly after (October 16, 2010) I quit my job as a web publisher to work for myself full time.

Why the wedding industry?
I kind of just fell into it. I was planning my wedding while I opened my shop and was very into DIY projects and organic products. While I was planning my wedding simultaneously with my friend, I realized just how much people spend for that one day even if they are trying to keep a low budget. People will always get married no matter what the economy looks like, I just need to have a broad range of products to accommodate every type of budget.

How soon should a bride place their place cards and other accessories?
My goal is to have orders shipped within 5-7 days by priority mail (so orders arrive 2-3 days after shipping). I recommend planning for 10 days total before you need the product. I am able to accommodate rush orders and have successfully delivered products to the brides front door in 5 days total.

What makes your Etsy shop so unique?
My market research shows that there is only one other wood shop that has more than 85% of their items geared to the wedding industry. At This Fine Day, when an order comes through I am the only one who handles it from beginning to end, allowing me to stay organized, prioritize orders as well as offer superior quality control over each place card holder I produce.

What are 3 must have items from your shop you think every bride should have?
That's tough because not every bride can incorporate wood products into their wedding theme. So from that perspective I'd say the Ring Pillow because it comes with a variety of different coloured flowers and ribbons, the Ivory Chiffon Hair Flower and the Custom Love Bird Wedding Signs.

Having Fun And Getting Personal

What do you do when you’re not creating and designing custom favours?
You can find me spending time with my amazing friends, my 2 year old nephew and family, playing bass in a local rock band called Love Lies Dying, cooking, dreaming, running, painting, and designing web pages...whew!

What are 5 things people don’t know about you?
Well there isn't much that my friends and family don't know about me but I'd have to say the following for everyone else:

1. I feel inclined and almost determined to do a dare if confronted with it.
2. I'm pretty reserved but can bust out some mean moves on the dance floor. Including but not limited to the worm and what I have trade marked as a "happy dance". It really can get quite hilarious at times!
3. Apparently I'm a pool shark. For years I was terrible at billiards and was determined to turn that around, and have finally succeeded.
4. I'm deathly afraid of heights and of growing old.
5. The one thing I wish I could do but can't is sing.

 Final Thoughts

What is new for Spring/Summer 2011 for This Fine Day?
A line of bridal jewelry, possibly cake stands (need a large band saw) and  centerpieces.

Is there anything else you’d like to share?
I would love to hear ideas for custom orders or new products if anyone is inclined.

How can readers connect with you?

• Website: http://thisfineday.etsy.com/
• Email: thisfinedaypdx@gmail.com
• Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thisfinedaypdx
• Blog: http://thisfinedaypdx.tumblr.com/



Valentine's Day Party Printables From Bird's Party Blog

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we've been scouring the web trying to find some great party inspiration boards to help you plan the perfect Valentine's Day party. We almost forgot how fun this special day can be for kids. Remember the days when you swapped Valentine cards and candy grams in elementary school?

We stumbled upon this adorable My Sweetheart Valentine's Party Collection (a collection of party printables) from Bird's Party Blog and just had to share them with you.

This collection of printables (that can be purchased on her Etsy shop) include:

• 4 different Valentine's Day prints. Bird suggests using them for cards, party invites, favor bag labels, postcards, party signs or as frame as a Valentine's gift like she did on her blog.
• Mini cards that can be used in a variety of different ways, we love them as place card holders or candy jar labels. 
• Rectangular mini envelopes: 2 designs. 
• Party icons.
• 3 patterned sheets that can be used as snack cones, napkin rings, candy jar wrappers or gift wrap.
• Cupcake toppers: 12 designs.
• Color-in Valentine's card (make a great craft for the kids).



{Photo Source: Bird's Party Blog and BirdCraftShop}



{Photo Source: Bird's Party Blog and BirdCraftShop}

5 Save the Date Cards We LOVE

The one thing we love the most about the new year is hearing about all the wonderful engagements that took place over the holidays. To help all you recently engaged couples get started, we've hand picked 5 of our favourite and affordable save the date cards from Etsy.com. 

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Fashion Friday: Our Top Etsy Wedding Picks

It's no secret that we love love love Etsy.com. Not only do they offer some amazing deals on items such as accessories and clothing, they have a whole section dedicated to weddings.

We've searched high and low and have come up with a few of our favourite Etsy Wedding favourites, found below.

Tell us, what is your favourite Etsy fashion find?

Items from left to right:

1. Peacock Shoes in Teal by ParisXOX $226.66. Click here for details.

2. Silk Bridal Bouquet (replica of Ivanka Trump's bouquet) by Modagefloral $613.01. Click here for details.

3. Birch Heart Mr. and Mrs.Wedding Toasting Glass Charms by AprilHilerDesigns $10.30. Click here for details.

4. Black and Ivory Monogramed Guest Book by Creativelykept $108.18. Click here for details.

5. Ivory Pearl Rhinestone Bridal Brooch by Eminjewelry $54.60. Click here for details. 

6. Peacock Swarovski Crystal Necklace Sterling Silver by AzureTreasures $28.85. Click here for details.

7. Ivory Faux Fur Bridal Wrap/Shrug by Alexbridal $61.81. Click here for details.

Wordless Wednesday: Decorative Clutches

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