DIY Tutorial: Hydrangea and Gypsophilia Flower Crown

header image flower crownThe arrival of little Princess Charlotte this week has inspired me to make a floral crown.  A fitting way to celebrate, don’t you think?  Flower crowns are everywhere at the moment; magazines, the high street, Etsy … but a fresh flower crown is something a little bit special!

So I thought I would share with you the secrets to making your own floral headpiece in time for the summer.  I have used Gypsophilia (also known as baby’s breath) with pink hydrangeas, but you can use just about any flower and greenery you like! Continue reading

DIY Tutorial: Advertising Tin Centrepieces

Blog Introduction ImageI have been delighted by, and slightly in awe of, the number of Brides-to-be I have come across recently who have expressed a desire to do their own wedding flowers. I’ve also attended some wonderful weddings where friends and family have provided blooms from their own gardens to arrange around the venue and in the table centrepieces. I thought, if a Bride is willing to give it a go on her wedding day, that I should be able to throw something together on a relaxed afternoon at home. So, we’re starting with something very simple and styling three bunches of white roses in vintage advertising tins today to create four subtely different table centrepieces – all for under £15! Continue reading

DIY Tutorial: Peppermint Bark Chocolate Heart Favours

DSC_0964If you are planning to make your own favours these Peppermint Bark Chocolate Hearts from The Vintage Teacup Hire Company are quick and easy to make! You can give them out individually with coffee at the end of your meal or wrap them up in groups for your guests to take home. Not just for weddings, why not have a go at making them for birthdays, valentines or Christmas prezzies too!

What you need:

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(Makes 16)
One bar of Green and Blacks Fairtrade White Chocolate (100g)
One bar of Green and Blacks Fairtrade Dark Chocolate (100g)
6-8 mini candy canes

You will also need:

Silicon ice cube tray (ours was from IKEA)
Rolling Pin
Chopping Board
Plastic Food Bag
Microwave Continue reading