Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Decorate to Celebrate Guest Designer!

Happy Wednesday, everyone! I am so excited to be a guest designer again for Rhonda and Amy's awesome blog, Decorate to Celebrate! Decorate to Celebrate is a super-fun challenge blog dedicated to showing off decorations for every celebration. I seem to get to a rut just making cards, so this blog forces me to get creative and think outside the card box :)

The theme for today's challenge is: dum dum da dum..................WEDDING, BRIDAL SHOWER, or ENGAGEMENT PARTY! 
My decorations are for a wedding party: bride and groom gift boxes, a paper lantern and a flower bouquet that can be used as a table decoration.
I cut the lantern from Tie the Knot and used the fit to page option, which made it 11 3/4". The paper is from the DCWV Luxury Stack. A whole bunch of these hanging around the party, possibly with lights would be so pretty!
The bride and groom gift bags were also cut from Tie the Knot, using Core Couture paper. The pearl decoration is from a K & Company sticker set that I found on clearance at Joann.
For the bouquet, I cut the base from Tie the Knot at 7". The pearl and diamond sticker is from the same K & Company sticker set. The flowers are from Forever Young, and I cut them at 2". I attached them to white lollipop sticks and added a pearl for the center and a ribbon bow. I used DCWV Luxury Stack paper for this as well.

Thanks so much for stopping by today and thanks again Amy and Rhonda for letting me be part of your fabulous blog! Don't forget to make your own decorations for a wedding, bridal shower or engagement party and link up at Decorate to Celebrate (http://decoratetocelebrate.blogspot.com) I can't wait to see what you create :)
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42 comments:

  1. Sunshine HoneyBeeAugust 24, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Your projects are bee-utiful. I like the paper lantern & the bead embellishments you used. I'm confused. I was asked to be Guest Designer for Decorate to Celebrate this theme of Wedding, Bridal Shower or Engagement Party and posted my projects to be scheduled for today which they are and when I go to the Decorate to Celebrate site I do not see my name, photos or link. I've emailed the site owner, Amy.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"
    http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com

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  2. Rhonda EmeryAugust 24, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    so beautiful all in white love it all you did a terrific job thank you for being one of our guest designers on decorate to celebrate. hugs

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  3. JudyAugust 24, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Hi Lisa, These are so gorgeous. I love the bouquet. Have a nice day :)

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  4. ArleneAugust 24, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Lisa, these are beautiful! My favorite is the bouquet...just beautiful and very creative! :)

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  5. AmyAugust 24, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    These are so elegant and rich looking! I love the tuxedo/dress gift bags and the beautiful bouquet! Any bride would love to have these- awesome job! :)Amy

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  6. JayneAugust 24, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Beautiful set Lisa.Love all the projects but can't decide between the tux box and the bouquet as my fave.
    Jayne x

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  7. UnknownAugust 24, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Beautiful work! Everything is so elegant and well put together.

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  8. JudyAugust 24, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Wonderful decorations -- so pretty!!

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  9. Sherrie K.August 24, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Your project is just beautiful Lisa! I love the paper lantern and bouquet!! The tux and dress party favors are just adorable:) LOVE that paper you used!! Great job...I am dying to play in one of their challenges, just can't seem to fit it in. Once, again you did an amazing job!!
    Sherrie K
    http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com

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  10. KarenAugust 24, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Wow! All your projects are beautiful! I especially love the bride and groom gift bags. So pretty! :)

    Karen
    craftedwithlovebykaren.blogspot.com

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  11. RainaAugust 24, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Beautiful! Your projects are so elegant for a beautiful wedding for sure!

    God Bless,
    Raina

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  12. Karen HAugust 24, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Lisa, these are absolutely STUNNING! I was so excited to see what you had up your sleeve for today and you certainly delivered a sparkly home run. :o) The papers are beyond gorgeous, as are the cuts and your beautiful designs. You are so right, the lanterns with festive lights would be lovely. And as for your pearly, sparkly accents... all I can say is you always know the perfect way to accessorize and accent your creations. :o) Congratulations on this well-deserved guest designer spot, my talented crafty friend! You are so inspiring. :o)

    Hugs and blessings! :o)
    http://kaleidoscopicsparkles.blogspot.com

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  13. Karen HAugust 24, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    (Oh! And I forgot to say that I love your styling! The swirling string of pearls is gorgeous!)

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  14. Eva LaneyAugust 24, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    ah, soooo gorgeous. Love it all!!!

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  15. SusanAugust 24, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    So elegant Lisa! You did a wonderful job on the lantern!

    Susan
    cricutandgrasshopper.blogspot.com

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  16. UnknownAugust 24, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Lisa you did an awesome job on these. Each piece is just beautiful and elegant. Nothing looks like paper. The lantern idea is so cleaver. You are so creative my friend. Hugs, Pam at http://craftycards4u2.blogspot.com/

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  17. UnknownAugust 24, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Lisa what an awesome project!!!! Wow this is gorgeous!!!!! great job as always!!!!

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  18. Jessica BuffaAugust 24, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Such a super collection Lisa!!! I especially like the lantern. That might have something to do with the fact that I just finished watching Tangled!
    :O)
    Jessica

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  19. abusybee - DoubleClick ConnectionsAugust 24, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    So super nice! Great papers and details on these projects! Just love the dress and tuxedo! Super sweet!

    Carri~abusybee
    www.doubleclickconnections.blogspot.com

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  20. ShellyAugust 24, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Lisa, You knocked it out of the park my friend!!! Just stuning! I have a little something for you on my blog when you get chance :)Shelly http://mypaperlove.blogspot.com/

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  21. image queenAugust 24, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Just dropping by from the decorate to celebrate blog. I am so glad that I did. I never knew that Tie the Knot had all of these special things to decorate. All of your work is very beautiful. TFS
    http://jeanniecards.blogspot.com/

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  22. LaurieAugust 24, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Hi Lisa, these are sooooo cute!! Wish I had really been into this when my oldest DD got married, this would have been perfect! Congrats on being a guest designer!!
    Laurie
    scrapsbysissy.blogspot.com

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  23. JoAnn V. (http://joboogie.typepad.com)August 24, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    Lisa! Your projects are amazing! Love them! :)

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  24. Rez P.August 25, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    Aloha Lisa,
    WOW! Every project is beyond GOREGOUS! I love all of them..I also like the Crd stock (DCWV Luxury Stack). Which is one of my favorites. The embellishments also adds a nice touch..AWESOME JOB
    my sweet friend.
    Hugs,
    Rez

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  25. scrappinCAugust 25, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Your project is beautiful, so lovely and elegant.
    TFS!
    Cindy Lou

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  26. DIANA L.August 25, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    Awesome post Lisa, great job. I love everything about all of this.
    I have a goodie for you on my blog.

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  27. Dr Sonia S VAugust 25, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    white looks so elegant and the pearls add such a glamorous look! Stunning project Lisa
    Love
    Sonia
    http://cardsandschoolprojects.blogspot.com

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  28. Chriss America RealAugust 25, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Wow! These are just beautiful! Wish someone I knew was getting married, lol! Hey Lisa go to http://chrissandlou.blogspot.com/2011/08/early-birthday-gift.html
    Chriss

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  29. BesthobbyevaAugust 25, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Fantastic job!! I love the lantern, so beautiful!! Great job!!

    Laurie

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  30. Cindy BelandAugust 25, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Oh My GOSH Lisa,All your project are just INCREDIBLE,BEAUTIFUL job with them!I TOTALLY LOVE them all,Your little cards are sooo SWEET,AMAZING job my friend as always!!:)

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  31. Eva LaneyAugust 25, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Hi Lisa,
    There is an award for you on my blog.
    Hugs, Eva :0)
    http://evasscrapsncards.blogspot.co

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  32. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Lisa, so elegant, you've done a fabulous job on the decorations. I'm basically a card maker also and do push to make scrap pages and altered projects. Love them all, hugs, Lori

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  33. jannerAugust 25, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    All your projects are beautiful.

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  34. Kelly SAugust 26, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Incredible job, as usual. Your work is always outstanding, Lisa! Love the little gift boxes. Cute, cute, cute.

    Kelly
    http://kellyscraftylife.blogspot.com

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  35. UnknownAugust 27, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Lisa,
    you never fail to amaze me. These are wonderful ideas. I love each one and could not even imagine having to pick a favorite. I love all the white on white. GORGEOUS.
    Congrats on your GD spot over at DTC
    Hugs
    Brenda
    I would be honored if you came to see my blog here

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  36. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    love the favors...I wanted to do these for my cousin's wedding but she wanted the plastic box favors from michaels....can't wait to try my hand at these!
    thanks for sharing!!

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  37. AimSeptember 7, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Oh, Lisa... As always, everything is just absolute PERFECTION!! :) I love everything... Such a fantastic bunch of creativity!! It is always a pleasure to have you as a Guest Designer!! I simply LOVE your spirit!! :)

    Thanks so much for decorating your celebrations at the Decorate To Celebrate! Challenge Blog!

    Amy :) at www.lovetocrop.com
    and Decorate To Celebrate!

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  38. Sunshine HoneyBeeSeptember 8, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Visiting from Decorate to Celebrate to enjoy seeing your wonderful Wedd creations.
    Melissa
    "Sunshine HoneyBee"
    http://CreatedbySunshineHoneyBee.blogspot.com

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  39. callyanncSeptember 8, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Oh WOW! Beautiful! I love the shimmery look to them! The Tux is adorable! Thanks so much! CallyAnn(geust designer Decorate to Celebrate!
    http://callyanncraftycreations.blogspot.com

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  40. TinaGAleSeptember 8, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Beautiful work! Love the shimmery paper and cone boquet. coming from DTC hop
    tina
    http://tiggersscrapplace.blogspot.com

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  41. CarlaSeptember 9, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    Great Job, those all would be gorgeous for wedding, Engagement parties, and Bridal Showers. I love the lanterns, they are gorgeous. I'm here from the DTC Hop. Thanks for sharing your work.

    http://racincrafts.blogspot.com/

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  42. Paper CompulsionsSeptember 9, 2011 at 2:01 AM

    All of your projects are beautiful Lisa. I especially like the lantern with all the delicate cuts. I also love the pearl designs. (I just love K& Co)

    Jani
    papercompulsions.blogspot.com

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Thank you so much for stopping by and for your comments...I truly appreciate them :)