Grab your flowers, girl

First things first, let me fill you in on Kali’s party choice! She loved all the parties, but she ultimately chose a TINKERBELL PARTY! I’m so excited!! Also- Natasha made a decision for her guestbook. She chose to have her father-in-law make the letter W for guests to sign with a soldering pen. Such a good idea! She loved the idea of guests signing a large W, but wanted to take him up on his offer to make something special for them. Truly the best of both worlds.
Now…We’ve paid attention to the ring-bearer’s accessories so let’s take a minute to think about what the flower-girl will tote down the aisle. If Natasha leans toward the traditional flower-girl basket she may like one of these beauties. I love the pearl accent in the first basket, but the second basket lends some color and class . The third basket? I don’t know what it is about it but I love it. Perhaps it's that the basket itself reminds me somewhat of the mercury glass Natasha loves? So sweet!

Looking for something a little less traditional? How about a kissing ball? This could be especially cute if you added kissing balls to the reception décor. Can you imagine these beauties hanging from the ceiling or over the tables?

Elegant Pomanders - Set of 6 Mixed Ivory Kissing Balls

Me? I went with a mini bouquet for my niece. How adorable is she?

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