Sisters Styled Shoot

Last holiday we participated in a '12 Days of Giving' giveaway! Ashley Thunder Events partnered up with P&D Photo Video to give one lucky winner a styled photo shoot!

We met up a few weeks ago with the winner Whitney and her adorable daughters Piper & Harlow(love their names)! Whitney lives on the most gorgeous farm, so very little was needed to bring this shoot to life! Love the way these photos turned out, and love their little outfits next to some simple yet pretty styling! 

DIY Cement Planter

We had such an overwhelming response to our APRIL #ATECRAFTNIGHT cement planters I decided to share the DIY instructions...

Supplies: 
-Quickrete Cement
-Water
-Plastic Container
(I purchased mine at the dollar store 3 for a dollar, but you can use milk jugs, 2 liters, ect.)
-Plastic Cups

-Paint, Gold Leaf (Optional)

How To:
-Pour some dry concrete into your plastic container.
-Stir in TINY amounts of water, until concrete is mixed into a 'gritty' thick mixture.
-Push plastic cups down into your mixture creating the spots for your plants or tea lights.
-Let dry for at least an hour, but 24 hours for best results.
-Remove plastic cups and cement out of plastic container.
-Add paint or gold leaf in the design of your choice, & Enjoy!

Love these photos from Balee Images, especially her finished product picture below, featuring one of last years #ATECraftNight projects the painted vases! The two projects look so cute together!

Other finished products from craft night attendees:

Summer Sandal MUST HAVES: Flats

Our top picks for flat summer sandals! This summer is all about neutrals, metallics, and cute little embellishments! All of these adorable styles can be found at our boutique Whittaker House! These picks are great for all ages and styles, as well as most of them being able to 'dress up' if you are like me and never want to wear heels!;)

1. Sam Edeleman Pyramid Gladiator 

2. Steve Madden Pop of Color Flat

3. Sam Edelman Slide on in Leopard

4. Haviana Mara Hoffman Flip Flop

5. Sam Edeleman Studded Ankle Wrap

6. Steve Madden Bow Flat

7.Dolve Vita DV Geo Gladiator

8. Sam Edelman Gigi in Gold Boa

9.Haviana Neon Blurred Lines Flip Flop

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6 Fun Spring Looks: Head to Toe

Yesterday I talked my adorable little sister into coming in to our boutique Whittaker House and trying some of my favorite spring looks on, so I could photograph them and show them to you all!! I mean seriously, how cute is she! 

 I think we can all agree... I have NEVER been so ready for spring weather and spring clothing! After combining all the looks into one place, I think its safe to say that spring will be all about neutrals with bright pops of neon and coral! I also am loving bright statement necklaces, oversized totes, and studded everything!! 

Spring Flower Craft for the Littles

Two of my favorite people Lauren & Brandi got together with their littles Mac & Henry to create the cutest hands on craft that they will cherish forever! I saw the first sneak of this DIY Hyacinth Flower on Instagram and instantly fell in love! I didn't want to wait to share because this is the PERFECT craft for this crappy weather weekend!!! 

I asked Lauren & Brandi if my dogs could be considered as littles and their response 'I hear dog paws make awesome tulips' haha, I just might have to try that;)!

Supplies:
Canvas
Green craft paper for the leaves
Sharpies for the stem
Tacky glue

 Paint

The bonus of having a photographer do the craft...awesome how-to photos! Thanks Balee Images:)!

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Colorful: Bright: Fun: Spring Wedding Inspiration Board

I don't know about you, but this winter leaves me needing some color in my life...like not just a little, a lot; an EXPLOSION of color. I created this colorful spring wedding inspiration board that has me dreaming of green grass, flirty flowers, and warmer weather! Who wouldn't smile the minute they walked into this fun wedding?!!

Gorgeous Summer Lake Wedding: Aileen & Jim: Lady and the Lens Photography

It's clear that everyone is over winter! Not only am I over it, but I am already looking into spring and into wedding season!SO... What better time to share this GORGEOUS summer wedding that we worked on last June! 

I met with Aileen last January, and she already had most of her vendors and knew what she wanted, she just needed someone to come in and help make it all make sense! We worked over the next 5 months picking out invites, talking place settings & favors, and to see it all come together was amazing and so much fun! Aileen and her groom Jim were so easy to work with, and after it was all said and done, I was even a little sad it was all over; BUT these fab pics bring it all back! 

From the venue to the unbelievable flowers, everything was just perfect for this drop dead GORGEOUS bride & her sweet groom! 

***VENDOR LOVE***

Photos: Lady and the Lens Photography

Flowers: Wrights Flowers & Gifts

Venue: Long Beach Country Club

Styling: Ashley Thunder Events