DIY {Centerpieces}

Keeping with the outdoor, rustic theme, I wanted something original and interesting for the table centerpieces. Of course I know that my mom will create a gorgeous floral arrangement, no worries there, but what to put it in?

I was first inspired by this idea a while back:

I like the feeling of a low, wooden box as it adds texture and a bit of character to the table.

Enter my grandfather, Pake Pete!

This is us on Easter weekend!

He is a semi-retired-ants-in-his-pants kind of guy. Love him to pieces, but both me and my grandmother know that he needs projects to keep him busy, especially when there is not enough to do on the estate (where we are having the wedding). So with enough barn board to go around, my dad and I mocked up a good ol' wooden box and asked Pake to copy it 20 times!

Le Sample!

 Small side note: Got this adorable ice bucket for the drink table! 

Don't ya just love the scoop!?

Checked in on his progress...and...

...Found four more were completed!

Totally awesome! Thanks Pake! I'm so thrilled by all the loving touches to everything.

Inspiration

I'm really feeling the square/rectangle shaped boxes for centerpieces.

My favorite flowers. So soft and sweet and beautiful!

Tulips, hydrangea, birch...what's not to love?

I've learned these are called succulents.

I like the different textures of his suit and vest. The layered look is lovely.

This bouquet is also gorgeous.

What an awesome lounge area.

I want green table runners with a white table clothe. 

Tuttie Frutie {Centerpiece}

I first saw this bright arrangement on Design*Sponge a few months ago and have never forgotten it.

Although I wouldn't incorporate fruit in my arrangements at my wedding (for reasons of flies) I still think there are some pretty fun tuttie frutie ideas! You can see step by step instructions on how to make this "We like it Wild" arrangement by clicking here.

 

I know this isn't fruit, but it's kind of interesting.

A step by step, here