Last weekend I threw my little sis a surprise bridal shower. I am happy to say that she was indeed surprised, even though someone accidentally slipped “isn’t today your shower?” whe...
Shoot 4 of 5: I envisioned this shoot to be straight out of a fairytale: a huntsman with his lady. When I saw my models arrive decked out in their costumes, I was thrilled! My model stylist read my m...
Last weekend I threw my little sis a surprise bridal shower (yes, we managed to actually surprise her!) and I spent the day before the bash making lots of tassels to deck the shower out with. I decid...
A Mid-Summer’s Night Dream, you say? Love this gal by the river via Flickr (Alexandra Sophie); these favors (image source unknown); this table setting via Design*Sponge, photo for Once Wed Maga...
I came across these pretty wreaths on Pinterest just last night, and had to go see more. I was not disappointed. They take me back to my literature class when I was reading A Mid-Summer’s Night...
1 Doing your own side chignon has never looked this easy. 2 Carrot cake is one of the best cakes ever. This one looks divine. 3 What a great way to organize! 4 Pebble-shaped mirrors on the wall sure ...
Shoot 3 of 5: For this shoot, I wanted something very organic and freeing. What’s better than a field? You can frolic barefoot. Have crazy wild hair. And it all just fits in perfect with the pe...
When you have a hard time choosing a color, just go neutral… Adore this place setting via Ashely Meaders; this wooden chair sign via Style Me Pretty, photo by Jose Villa; this centerpiece (imag...
I’m becoming more and more attached to pretty styling. I’m starting to follow many more stylists, because I can’t help but be inspired by their work. I fell in love with the styling...
1 Make your own color block terra cotta pots. 2 Love these cute knobs. 3 Fresh homemade fruit popsicles are my idea of summer perfection. 4 Don’t forget to throw in colorful jars in your next b...
Three new cards arrived in the Shop during my new Shop launch. Yep, three of my signature layered papercut cards. They’re ready to help you gear up for summer! Whether you want to sail away, fl...
Shoot 2 of 5: The garden is a classy place. I’m not talking about the kind where you grow your tomatoes, but more like the kind where you grow your roses. Below is the inspiration board I sent ...
Happy Wednesday! Yesterday, my third DIY project for Dearest Nature went up on the blog! Now that the new site has been launched, I’m back to a normal schedule of contributing over there. This ...
Embrace the theme of spring… In love with this table setting via Santa Barbara Chic, photo by Elizabeth Messina; this paper ball via Style Me Pretty, photo by Anushe Low; these macaron trinkets...
I’ve grown obsessed with using ribbon on everything. One of my most favorite new trends that has been popping up in weddings and parties is the ribbon-tied chair. I especially love when the cha...
1 Swirling votives? Instant love. 2 String some bunting off your kitchen cupboards. 3 A sparkler exit is no good without matches attached. 4 Paper balls are getting cuter and cuter. 1 Real blooms on ...
The new! Anastasia Marie Shop went live when my new brand + site launched. One of the biggest new addition is the assortment of tags, ribbons, and such that are now available to purchase there. There...
Shoot 1 of 5: I envisioned my first shoot to be magical. Below is the inspiration board I sent to the crew of this shoot. I wanted the model to wear something light-colored with a summery look, to ha...
A few polka dots never hurt anybody… Love this lettering via Molly Jacques; this layered cake (image source unknown); this flower favors via Martha Stewart Weddings; this green glass (image sou...
Love the idea of real blooms over a sketched image. Kari Herer has some of the most fabulous pieces turned into fine art photographs that are sold in her Etsy Shop. I put up just a few below but maki...
The confetti is finally falling! None of this ‘almost’ anymore! The new brand has been a while in the making and I couldn’t be more pleased with the result. A few tweaks will need t...
1 Love nails with geometric art. 2 Metal flowers to hang on a wall? Sounds super fun. 3 Create an office space inside your closet. 4 Vases dipped in paint look really sweet. 1 Spools and thread are r...
The NEW Anastasia Marie will be here next Thursday, on April 26th, if all goes well. The main site already has its temp page up, and on Friday, the blog will have its temp page up while we set up the...
With spring just started, I’m already looking forward to summer’s parties. Love these fun DIY projects that have been popping up! Ballon wall via Apartment Therapy; tissue flags via Delig...
Lots of sunshine can really make your day… I adore: this streamer aisle runner via Ruffled, photo by Love Me Do; these blooms via Daniel Usenko; this ruffled cake via Wedding Chicks, photo by W...
I’m currently loving anything that has spools and thread on it. So when I saw this shoot on Style Me Pretty — yes, I fell in love. I love all the cute details — how even the forks a...
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