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I stumbled upon the most adorable Etsy shop this week. Potter + Butler designs the cutest little cake toppers I’ve seen. I love the use of fringe, mini poms + balloons, chalkboards and glitter. These toppers make the most simple of cakes adorably chic!
All Photos ~ Potter + Butler Etsy Shop
Our friend (and calligrapher extraordinaire), Michele Fritz of Meant to Be Calligraphy, just opened an Etsy shop, offering custom calligraphy return address and stationery stamps. We think they’re the perfect gift for newlyweds, those who’ve just moved into a new home or even as a treat for yourself!
There’s just something special about handwritten calligraphy on a wedding invitation. It really helps set the tone for what’s to come. One of my lovely brides recently introduced me to the stunning work of Nancy Howell and I was immediately smitten! Nancy can produce pretty penmanship in a variety of styles. She ranks right up there with other faves Laura Hooper, love*jenna, Michele Fritz and Paperfinger. I’m always in awe of these ladies and their oh so pretty handwriting. xo – Kate
Laura Hooper
love*jenna
Michele Fritz
Paperfinger
Photo Credits~ Nancy Howell, Laura Hooper, Jenna Hein, Michelle Fritz, Bryn Chernoff
Despite the rain, it was a pretty sweet Monday. After months of swooning over her beautiful designs, I met Maggie Austin for a cake tasting. I was instantly in love with the presentation of Maggie’s tasting. So clean, pretty and dainty. Oh, and the vintage cloth napkins had me too! My two (I couldn’t pick just one) favorites were the lemon + Spanish olive oil pound cake (not a smidge of butter is used in this cake) with apricot ves + fiori di scilla buttercream and the double chocolate espresso cake with seville orange + la belle orange buttercream. Heaven! I hope you’ll be able to sample these gorgeous delights, too.
Thank you for making my Monday so sweet, Maggie 
I’ve been a bad blogger recently and I hope my lovely readers will forgive me. I’m happy to be back and have a fabulous, fun + flirty find to share! LulaKate bridesmaids dresses are so chic. I’m loving the color options (you name it, they have it!) and the simple, yet stylish, designs. The black one shoulder and purple number below are calling my name!
I’m so stinkin’ excited about this post I can barely type. How can one be so giddy over handmade flowers?! I guess it’s easy when they’re this beautiful. I can’t help but think of all the lovely ways to incorporate these pretties into a wedding- bouquets, gown or shoe accessory, bouts, hair piece, ring pillow or even to dress up the wrapping for bridesmaid gifts. Stop by Emerson Made to shop and to see the fun. I hope you love them as much as I do!
I’m kind of a lover of any and all things sweet so I was thrilled when I received a special treat in the mail… DC chocolate! Apres Peau is a great little shop located on K Street where you can find all sorts of unique DC themed goodies and gifts. I especially love the signature chocolates (of course!) which have kitschy names that pay tribute to DC landmarks. What a perfect favor for a Washington, DC wedding. I’m big on edible favors… sweet ones. I’d be a happy guest if I were given a Washington Monumint or Smithsonian Salty Pretzel candy bar!
It’s true- I’m obsessed with the Crew. Although my husband doesn’t appreciate my addiction, I like to remind him that there are many worse habits. Afterall, he should be glad that my only addiction is beautiful garments from J. Crew! I’m still working on that one I love that J. Crew can outfit the whole bridal party (the fellas, too). One of my besties wore a J. Crew wedding gown and she couldn’t have been more stunning. No one would have ever guessed that her gown cost less than $700!
For the besties…
For the little ladies…
