I love seeing couples utilize their creativity by finding fun and unique ways to seat their guests. I could do probably a hundred different blogs on all the amazing escort cards I have seen but today I wanted to focus on table numbers.  How can you not be inspired after seeing all these awesome table numbers people have incorporated into their wedding decor!

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I love when couples draw inspiration from nature and incorporate it into their wedding decor.  These days I can't get enough of trees, branches and twigs.  I love how simple and effortless it looks and yet so chic at the same time. There are so many different and amazing things you can do with them too!

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I am happy to share with you our first ever guest blogger! Sarah Logan of ASI (beauty school in NY) has graciously provided us with some amazing DIY Makeup Tips designed to help you look your absolute best on your wedding day.

 Prepare to look beautiful in your wedding photographs!

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Wedding pictures hold some of the happiest memories of a lifetime, so be sure you consider all the angles when preparing to be photographed on the big day.

Exfoliate and moisturize:  Don't forget that the most important step is good skincare for a clean, smooth base. Soft, supple skin will be the best canvas for any makeup to look great on.

Don't go changing: Brides shouldn't try new skincare products, or anything that may irritate the skin during the wedding countdown. Don't be tempted to get cosmetic treatments like a chemical peel too close to the date, especially if you haven't experienced the procedure before.

Build a solid foundation: Be sure that your foundation is the right color and formulation for your skin. Color correcting concealers are a much better choice than simply layering on more makeup.

Define eyes and brows: While it is important to line and define eyes so they pop in photos, keep in mind that dark shadow will make eyes recede and look smaller. For big bright eyes, highlight the inner corners and brow bone with light pink or pale gold shadow or crayon.  Also, make sure brows are properly framing the face; everyone looks better and younger with defined brows. Fill the arches with powder or a solid pigment and blend well.

Skip the glitter: Radiance enhancing or shimmery foundations make faces look too slick and shiny for photos, so if you must, keep the sheen only on cheekbones and the cupid's bow for highlighting purposes. Always finish the t-zone with powder and blot any oiliness as needed.  The older you are, the more important it is to avoid shimmery eye makeup, as it tends to bring attention to fine lines.

Content provided by Sarah Logan on behalf of ASI, a beauty school in NY. It offers aesthetics certification courses and specialized coursework in microdermabrasion certification and paramedical esthetics.

First off, how beautiful is this!

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I found this DIY project on Re-Nest last week and couldn't wait to share it with you!  This is so fun, easy and creative!  I mean first off, whose mother doesn't have about a hundred of these lying around somewhere....well, maybe that is just my mother but I swear doilies are fairly common.  If you and your mother don't have some then you can bet your grandma probably does! :)  Growing up in my house, the funny thing about doilies and lace was that we had so many of them (a drawer full mind you) and that is exactly where they sat... in the drawer.  Sure they came out for special occasions but it was few and far between. Well, had I known about this DIY project when I got married I would have put them to good use! 

I love the idea of draping it over a vase you already have.  It is so simple and yet so elegant. This would compliment the decor at any vintage wedding but I also love the idea of putting it on a table next to your guest book!  Another great way to incorporate this into your wedding decor is to use it as a centerpiece.  The doily is so intricate that you would actually want very simple and minimal flowers in order to showcase the piece.  This would probably save you a lot of money on centerpieces as a result!  If you are interested in this DIY project, head on over to Re-Nest for the full DIY tutorial here.

If you aren't already reading DesignSponge on a daily basis then you should start...TODAY!  I can't get enough of these "love logs" they posted today.  They are a great, eco-friendly DIY craft project that would be amazing for a green wedding!  I love the idea of using them as escort cards but there are so many other things you could do with them as well!  Head on over to DesignSponge for the full DIY tutorial. 

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