Love Notes: The Pacific Weddings Blog

Precious Wedding Cake Toppers: You've Met Your Match

 

I had to share these adorable beach themed wedding cake toppers I found recently via one of my favorite blogs, Bakerella. These precious handmade toppers are from the whimsical Lollipop Workshop. Jenny won me over with her sweet and delightfully brief profile: "i bake cake, eat cupcakes, & make happy things." I just may adopt this as my new mantra in life:) Jenny is creating one of her happy couples for an upcoming PW story. I adore how she customizes the bride and groom to mimic quirky little details that make each pair unique, just like their real life counterparts. I couldn't decide which one was my favorite... I love them all!  Visit her Etsy shop to see all the amazing tiny touches she adds to make these lollipop kids come to life.
xo --robyn 

 

(Photos courtesy of Lollipop WorkShop)

In Living Color: A Wedding that Pops

At the risk of sounding hopelessly domestic, my recently purchased sewing machine has opened up a new realm in life, and with Emily Dickinson's prose dancing in my head, "I dwell in possibility" now has a whole new meaning! Although I have yet to sew a stitch, (I'm watching, ok!?), I am inspired by the amazing colors and textures I've found. Today I've decided to share some of these pretty little things that could be a starting point for a fabulous wedding. If you love crafts and whimsical color, Heather Bailey's fabrics are perfect with their subtle vintage style and vivid prints. My thoughts instantly went to Kate Sullivan's graphic cake designs as I looked through the patterns. Check out Heather's site then share your wedding ideas with us! (Photos courtesy of Heather Bailey) Click for more Kate Sullivan wedding cake inspiration.

Photo above by Tara Donne

Photo © Gabrielle Revere

Wedding Cake Girls

I don't know about you, but I am addicted to all the fun cake design shows. I particularly love watching Chicago's Cakegirls, Mary and Brenda, so here are a few gorgeous wedding cakes from their website, thecakegirls.com. Visit their web site to see more stunning wedding cake designs as well as a bevy of clever groom's cakes you won't want to miss! (photos copyright Cakegirls)

 

A Passion for Pink Weddings

I adore pink so much that we once dedicated an entire issue of Pacific Weddings to all things pink. Of course it was called The Pink Issue and it remains one of my personal favorites over the past decade. You can still order this edition if you are looking for gorgeous ideas for a pink wedding! Here is more inspiration if you are considering this alluring color for your wedding day.

Cupcakes by Sugar Bloom Cupcakes; Photo of pink dress © Party Dress, Text by Alexandra Black, Rizzoli New York, 2007

  

J. Crew's pink bridesmaid dress; The Pink Issue of Pacific Weddings; pink macaroons; and finally, a pink sea urchin or these pink Miu Miu Mary Janes could be the jumping off point for a stunning wedding theme! xo- robyn

 

A Hunt for a Modern Cake Pedestal

Today I was searching online for a modern cake pedestal that I intend to use for an upcoming photo shoot for our winter issue of Pacific Weddings. Since we live on an island our choices are much more limited, so I was happy to find a perfect match at the adorable Modern Lola. The site is mainly dedicated to stylish kids and moms, and I couldn't resist having a look around. If you are planning a casual outdoor shower or BBQ, you should swing on by. Here are a few goodies I liked! (photos courtesy of Modern Lola)

 

 

Candy Girl: Wedding Desserts by Amy Atlas, Part II

I am posting on the fly today due to computer challenges, but there is nothing like wedding candy to brighten up your day! Here are more beautiful wedding confections from Amy Atlas’s website. I wrote about Amy in a previous post, and couldn't resist this style sheet with photos by the talented Karen Mordechai. Like Amy, Karen is based in NYC, but she is available for travel worldwide, so check out her blog and portfolio. Thanks, Amy & Karen, for sharing your stunning work! You can follow Amy on Facebook and become a fan here.

Vintage Palm Tree Wedding

Hawaii wedding details often take their cue from the intoxicating natural beauty of the islands, and a palm tree motif can be beautiful in this tropical context. This article, which first appeared in Pacific Weddings® in July, 2002, was inspired by European botanical prints from the 18th century. Honolulu cake designer, Lillian Masamitsu, created royal icing panels on the wedding cake, which provided a perfect canvas for the hand painted palm tree renderings. The regal pineapple cake topper was sculpted out of gumpaste, and a pearl and white harlequin pattern is accented with intricate lace icing on each tier.

  

 

Baby's breath in tall ceramic vases mimic a palm tree's graceful curves. A lei of crown flowers connects each vase. The table was set on the ocean front lawn of the Four Seasons Resort Wailea, Maui, a fabulous wedding and honeymoon spot. Wedding bouquets and centerpieces in shades of white and pale green reflect the natural color palette of the islands. (Flower designs by Sheryl Suzuki and Eileen Woods-Takayesu of Town & Country at the Four Seasons; photos by the amazingly talented Hawaii photographers Chrissy Lambert and Dave Miyamoto)

 

 

Candy Girl: Wedding Desserts by Amy Atlas

Wedding desserts have been my favorite obsession of late, so when I was introduced to Amy Atlas’s website, I admit my heart skipped a beat with excitement. The fabulously talented event planner who is based in New York is creating quite a buzz with the wedding media—and with good reason! Here is a small taste of her “eye candy” photographed by Karen Mordechai, another talented wedding girl we are so happy to have met. Karen is also based in NYC, but she is available for travel worldwide, so check out her blog and portfolio. Her eye-catching images are rich with vivid color and touching emotion.

Don't you adore the Pucci-inspired motif? We do!

DIY Wedding Favors: Baby Cakes

This is a fun DIY wedding project that will impress even your craftsy girlfriends. These pretty "baby cakes" or "cake bites" are a wonderful addition to a wedding dessert buffet or you could package them as an elegant and edible DIY favor. I found this easy-to-follow tutorial at cakejournal.com, an online journal of the very talented baker and designer Louise, who is from Denmark. The site is full of fun ideas, a confection gallery and lots of wedding inspiration, and Louise has a unique and engaging way of encouraging beginners to jump right in! Thanks, Louise:)

(photo courtesy of cakejournal.com)

Entertaining Children at a Wedding Reception

 

Many weddings are taking a turn toward the casual styling of a garden party, and we are often asked for ideas of how to include and entertain the children at a wedding reception. Here are a few ideas that will make the keiki feel special. Dedicate a space for a children's buffet at the reception with colorful cookies, candies and small items they can either enjoy during the event or take home as a parting gift. If you are hoping to keep them occupied, it is nice to have one or two nannies attending to the children. Besides freeing up the parents, the kids will have much more fun playing old-fashioned lawn games like Badmitten or croquet. If you have a large enough lawn, you could even create a small putt-putt golf game with child size clubs and a few plastic cups (there are inexpensive sets at any toy store). The children will appreciate your thoughtful planning as much as the adults!

Teddy bear bride and groom were hand sculpted by Yukiko of Deco Clay Craft. Little sandcastle cakes make a whimsical centerpiece alongside sugar cookies in the shape of surfboards, crabs, geckos and tropical fish. Meringues in shell shapes are tucked inside small metal pails the kids can take home with them. Fresh island fruit is another good treat to consider! (Photos by Chrissy Lambert)