We here at Culinary Crafts recently came into some old, rustic whiskey barrels (i.e. we saw them, fell in love, and HAD to have them) and we are SO excited to start using them for our weddings this year!  From dessert and cake displays, to buffet stations, to lemonade stands and favor tables – whiskey barrels find a home and purpose for so many things.  Plus, they are just beautiful!  I love the texture, the look, and the vibe you get from something with a story and a past.  Not all shiny and new, these whiskey barrels have the look of time about them, and it is SO good.  We are so looking forward to incorporating them into our event, but in the meantime, here are some of our ideas and visions for all the thigs we can (and will!) do with our newly procured barrels!  Take a look!

Stunning, right?  And perfect for a rustic and romantic wedding in a mountain setting, if you don’t mind me saying!  Happy weekend everyone and look forward to seeing our barrels make appearances in Culinary Crafts events soon!!!

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Photo credits – Board 1 (Clockwise, from top left): Sara & Mallary Photography, Tonya Joy, Rustic Wedding Chic, and Loverly;  Board 2 (from left): Heidi Claire and Style Me Pretty;  Board 3 (clockwise, from left): Style Me Pretty, Pen n’ Paper Flowers, and Inspired Bride

We here at Culinary Crafts are gearing up for this upcoming wedding season and let me tell you, GOLD IS IN!  We are seeing many of our brides move away from stainless steel, platinum, and silver and moving to gold – but not necessarily bright polished golds that may instantly come to mind.  Burnished golds, aged golds, and rose golds are definitely the stars of this trend. I love the versatility and warmth of this metal!  From elegant rustic, bright modern styles, romantic vintage, and high fashion drama – gold can enhance it all!  Take a look!

Love this rustic, elegant board mixing the pops of burnished gold with natural touches of ivory and wood.  It adds an air of glamour to even the most rustic decor and is visually captivating admist the neutral palette – it elevates the table from pretty to show-stopper for sure!

Gold is a fun an unexpected element in these bold color palettes!  I love the added whimsy and polish it lends to even the most adventurous details!  (The gold horse as a plate ornament is simply amazing, I must say!)

This vintage, romantic style brings in gold tones through florals and sets them off with chandeliers, the ribbon sash on a wedding dress, and the STUNNING yellow sapphire.  This adds warmth and depth to the sometimes subdued vintage palettes.

Finally, this dramatic board takes the gold to a rich and gorgeous level.  Setting off the jewel toned palettes and amping up the drama of such deep colors is not for the faint of heart!  The result, however, is a sumptuous and breathtaking opulence that really sets the tone for a one-of-a-kind event!

I love this trend and the many ways to incorporate it into any event!  Gold is a metal that simply stands out and cannot be ignored – which is definitely a good thing!  I hope this inspires you to think of the many possibilities gold could lend to your wedding day – whether it be a ring unlike any other or a show-stopping decor!  Happy planning everyone!

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Photo credits – Board 1: Table setting from Pinterest; Tablescape, invitation and couple from Sitting In A Tree Events; Ring from Cartier / Board 2: Bride from Bridal Musings; Bouquets from Green Wedding Shoes; Table Setting from Sitting In A Tree Events / Board 3: Bouquet and boutonniere from Be Imbued; Wedding dress from Maggie Sottero; Ring from Linda Penwarden Jewelry; Chandelier from Logan Walker of CAKE Photography / Board 4: Dress from Maggie Sottero; Ring from Tacori; Table Settings, Table Decor, and Flatware from Culinary Crafts

For the holidays, more and more people are creating beautiful decor for entertaining in their home.  Not only do people want gracious hosts, time with family and friends, and good food, they also love the extra touch of elegance and beauty that decoration provides.  That doesn’t mean you have to hire a designer, spend a fortune, or be a craft goddess though!  I’ve found a bunch of easy and inexpensive ways to dress up your homes for Thanksgiving!  Take a look!

Photo courtesy of ZumaPhoto

This floral centerpiece, which was at one of our favorite fall events, incorporates a simple floral arrangement in a small vase and plays up the season with the leaves and color scheme.  This simple arrangement is gorgeous and easy for any table!

Photo courtesy of JustAGirl

What better way to welcome your guests into your home than a beautifully crafted wreath?  This seasonal wreath is very easy to make, but may take some time to gather materials and put it all together.  All you need is a foam wreath base, glue gun, pinecones, and ribbon for hanging.  Affix the pinecones to the wreath base with the glue, tie the ribbon around the top when you are done and voila!  A beautiful wreath is born!

Photo courtesy of Martha Stewart

These glowing candle votives are another easy project that are simple, yet gorgeous for the table or on your hearth.  You’ll need leaves, spray adhesive, candle holders and candles.  Just spray the leaves with adhesive, then affix the leaves to the candleholder, making sure to leave a little hanging below the candleholder’s base.  When the glue has dried, cut the leaves that hang below the base, and that’s it!  Easy peasy!

Photo courtesy of Better Homes and Gardens

Hollowed out gourds are a fantastic and fun alternative to standard snack bowls.  Not to mention that they are totally festive!  One note: Gourds naturally will give moisture to the snack in the bowl, so items like chips, pretzels, or chocolates probably wouldn’t work very well.  Different types of olives are perfect though!

Photo courtesy of Re-Nest

This super easy centerpiece is a quick and beautiful solution.  You can pick up inexpensive stem or bud vases and find vivid fallen leaves.  The beauty of this centerpiece is that the vases don’t need to match!  In fact, the more variety the better!

Photo courtesy of Design*Sponge

And lastly, this fun (and eco friendly!) pumpkin place holder is from one of my favorite design sources anywhere!  Design*Sponge!  I’ll link to their tutorial here, complete with a step-by-step and photographs!  Believe me, its such a fun project and one your guests will definitely enjoy!

I hope these easy projects give you plenty of ideas for your table decor!  Happy Thanksgiving planning everyone!

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Hi all!  Well, its officially fall and with the grand entrance of October, its time to turn to fall and harvest decor!  And what says “fall” better than pumpkins?  Autumn, of Riehl Events, highlights the versatility of pumpkin decor with some of her favorite Pinterest finds!  Take it away Autumn!

“I have begun to settle into the fact that summer is officially gone and autumn is inevitably on its way. In addition to an increase in apple flavored delicacies and the return of hot chocolate to the scene, this symbolizes the incorporation of the pumpkin into home and event décor. Pumpkin ideas have been popping up all over Pinterest for months, and here are a few of my favorite finds:

Fancy-schmancy pumpkins:

–
autumn”

Thank you Autumn and Riehl Events for sharing your wonderful ideas!  Happy fall everyone!

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This post republished with permission from Riehl Events

Today, we are going to show you more of The University of Utah Pharmacy Cup Polo Match!  It’s time to show you the decor and let me tell you, it was GORGEOUS!  Firstly, the event was housed in a huge, beautiful tent that kept all of the guests cool on the stunning summer day.  Couple that with fabulous citrus-y, silky linens and bright, jewel colored blooms and you have a perfect setting for the high-brow attendees!  Check it out!

Our lovely Mary Crafts-Homer, making sure everything is perfect!

Simply GORGEOUS, right?!  A major shout out must be given to the talented people of Scenemakers who designed the whole thing!  And there’s still more!  We haven’t even shown you the actual polo match or the hats!  Never fear, dear readers, that will be coming soon on the blog!  So keep checking back for the final post on this stellar event!

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Photo credit: Mitch Burt of ZumaPhoto and Keith Westerberg

I am so excited to let you all know that our very own Mary Crafts was featured in an article in the reknown Catering Magazine!  The July/August issue had an article featuring the Mellor wedding which you might remember from this post.  Here’s a peek at the article:

Congrats to you Mary!  And thank you to Catering Magazine!

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