I found this step by step process for making a bathroom mat out of old wine corks. While I don't know if I'd use it in my bathroom, I would create a smaller version to use as a mat for a centerpiece! What a cool way to use those old wine corks - or an excuse to drink more wine!!

http://www.craftynest.com/2010/03/wine-cork-bath-mat/

Thanks Crafty Nest!!

Yesterday while wandering around Pottery Barn for Holiday decor ideas (yes I'm thinking Christmas already!), I found these cute numbered mason jars. So as much as I was thinking Christmas, my mind always goes back to my favorite event - Weddings! How great would these be as table numbers? Fill each jar with a different type of candy - provide a scoop or some tongs, and encourage guests to share their treats with other tables!

Now Pottery Barn's jars only come numbered from 1-3 - so it's time to get creative and make our own. Here are some ideas:

Go to Ikea - yes that's right Ikea. Their Slom Jar is only $2.99 each and looks exactly like Pottery Barn's Mason jars.

Now go to Micheal's, get yourself some number or even alphabet stencils (you can put whatever name or number you'd like on your jar - maybe each table is named after the candy that's in the jar) and using paint that adheres to glass, stencil your jar.

What a simple and inexpensive way to create a unique way to number or name your tables!

An economical yet beautiful idea to incorporate into your wedding centerpieces or even your cocktail tables - wheatgrass. Incorporate this with a few flowers and you can see how beautiful it can look!

*Image sources - theknot.com, diy.wed-central, hostess with the mostess

My mom loves carnations, but honestly I've never been a big fan of them. That was until I started to see them like this! Carnations can look amazing when grouped together in big bunches like in the photos attached. Best thing about carnations is they are very inexpensive and can look fantastic and elegant for a wedding or shower.

Photo sources: belladesignstudio.blogspot.com, http://www.purejoyflowers.com/, Flicker, http://www.projectwedding.com/

As promised, here is our inspiration board inspired by the new Dessy bridesmaid dress we posted yesterday!

*Image sources: Dessy.com, Martha Stewart, The Knot, Brides and Flicker

I love Valentines Day and it seems to have snuck up on me this year! Here's an inspiration board of beautiful centerpieces inspired by one of my favorite "holidays".

*Images courtesy of BHG.com and Martha Stewart