Lemon & Lime Event Design

I am getting very excited to ask my bridesmaids to be in my wedding (you know, after we have a date and all that jazz). I’ve been finding some great ideas online and loved this one from the J is for Jamie blog!

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Thinking of ways to jazz up your wedding aisle? Forgo the flowers and bows (though we love them all!) and try this simple little DIY! Frame pictures of you and your fiance to line the aisle side chairs/pews. Throw in a few family wedding photos to spread the love with everyone. Simple and sweet! Note [...]

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The girls of lemon & lime love to feel like we are the next amazing Martha Stewart! We enjoy taking on new crafting, baking, or decorating projects and get excited about opportunities when we get to whip out our creative skills. Although, everything we create is fabulous (at least we think so!), our projects aren’t [...]

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As much as we LOVE all of our fabulous designer friends, sometimes you need to take on the paper pieces for your wedding or event on your own. Or maybe you had a custom invite done but you’re looking to do a small DIY project (like your Bridesmaid gifts, favor tags, menu card, or even [...]

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Easter is less than a week away, so if you haven’t figured out how to decorate your Easter eggs yet this year, here are a few trendy and fun DIY projects you can tackle. Happy decorating!  watercolor eggs tutorial  gold leaf eggs tutorial  sprinkle eggs tutorial  family photo eggs tutorial  

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The lovely ladies over at the Wedding Chicks blog put together this amazing spring/easter table arrangement! Check out the step-by-step directions and finished product on their blog!

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Looking for a way to showcase one of your favorite vacation photos? Try this super easy idea! Take a map of the location and cut it to act as a mat for your photo, then frame it (some inexpensive from the dollar store or IKEA is simple and perfect) and there you go! Such a [...]

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Have a lot of extra items from your BIG day? Don’t toss them, get a little creative by trying some of these fun ideas from Shine!  Your invitation/save the date Home decor solution: Make some meaningful (and super gorgeous) wall art by framing your invitation and save the date card. A plain white frame will [...]

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Do you have as many issues as I do with putting together “simple” poms? Yeah…they are NOT so simple. No matter how I put them together they never come out as nice a they are on the package! I usually end up going through with a pair of scissors at the end to try and [...]

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Some cute diy ideas for valentines day! check out the directions and ideas here!

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If you’re like me then you have a ton of old t-shirts from college events, concerts, sports, etc. that you just can’t part with. I always had the dream of making a t-shirt quilt but 1. I can’t sew and 2. who has the time?! Little did I know..there’s another option! A t-shirt gallery wall! [...]

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If you have not visited One Kings Lane yet.. you need too.. and quickly! Amazing deals on all sorts of items that would be perfect for wedding decor!  

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Thank you Pizzzazzerie for sharing this awesome DIY! Make your own confetti champagne flutes! So simple and totally chic. Courtney, the blogger, even used an adhesive vinyl for the dots to make sticking them even easier. Choose a color that fits with your party theme and go for it! For full instructions on how to [...]

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Looking for a fun way to display your desserts? Try making your own cake stand! Add some sparkle for the holidays by picking a paint with glitter already mixed in. Perfect for a fabulous New Year’s Eve tablescape! Supplies 10-12 inch pot base 3-4 inch pot for stand Can of spray paint in your favorite [...]

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As you’re cozying up to the fire tonight, or in front of the TV watching football, whip up this delicious treat to share with your family…Frozen Hot Chocolate!! Ingredients 3 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar 1 package Hot Cocoa Mix (about 3 Tablespoons) 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter ⅓ cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips ⅓ cups White Chocolate Chips [...]

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In the market for some fun/different lighting for an event you’re hosting? Try making your own chandelier! I found this on pinterest (of course!) but it seems SO simple! Using icicle lights, wrap them around a hula hoop (I’m going to try fixing them to the hoop with clear or white zip ties). Take rope [...]

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With the holidays approaching I have suddenly felt the urge to use glitter…on everything! So before I put glitter on my dog I figured I would do a little research for ideas and BOOM I found this fun article geared towards EXACTLY what I was looking for - 43 DIY Ways To Add Some Much-Needed Sparkle [...]

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Thanks to our good friend Caitlin who made sure we saw this post from Oh Happy Day! Check out full directions for the diy vellum flowers here!  These would be great for: cake/cupcake toppers, escort cards, table decor and drink stirrers!  

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It’s not uncommon to go through “post wedding blues” when all of the hustle and bustle of your wedding day is over. We always tell our brides to try and look forward to fun things like a night out with friends, putting together your home as a married couple, plan a trip, etc. But what [...]

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Happy Sunday Funday! If you’re looking for a little project to do today then I have something special for you! I wish I could take credit for this craft but I actually found it on the Less-Than-Perfect Life of Bliss blog. The blogger, Julie, took empty picture frames (that she found on sale at my [...]

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It can’t get much easier or cuter, than this! I think I’ll make some tonight! Thanks Crafting Chicks!

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Nothing says FALL like a pumpkin table number! Whether you need numbers for a wedding or other special event, these ideas are great for incorporating the fall season. Use a real pumpkin, fake, a paper design, paint it, carve it, or use it as a stand….we love them all!

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I have been obsessed with the idea of mailing random unpackaged objects since my sister received a giant kickball in the mail from her friend for her 30th birthday. And today…my obsession made some big progress because that same friend posted an idea on Pinterest (Yes, I am a stalker.) that linked to blog with [...]

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Want to have a photo booth at your next party but don’t want to go through the extra expense of hiring someone (though we know some AWESOME companies!)? All you really need is a camera and a fun back drop…throw in some props for added flare. Here are some backdrop ideas to get your wheels [...]

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I love this idea to try out one large flower instead of a bouquet…check out the options below! Thanks Magnolia Rouge for the ideas!

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Who doesn’t love Modge Podge? Check out this idea below to jazz up any pair of boring sunglasses! Get a designer look for much much less! With all of the fun scrapbook paper out there, the options are endless.  

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Though I’ve never been very crafty, I’ve still always aspired to a certain level of DIY prowess.  It doesn’t matter if you can barely glue two popsicle sticks together:  I think if you really want to be a great crafter, practice makes perfect!  (Though if you’re crafting for your own wedding, you might want to [...]

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No one knows how long the neon phase may be around…but if you’re having an 80′s theme party then it can never die! Check out these neon table numbers from Hostess with the Mostess!

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Happy Sunday Funday everyone! I don’t know about you but it is WAY too hot for me to be outside so I’m in need of an activity to keep me occupied this afternoon. I’ve been obsessed with decorated votive candle holders ever since we did Sarah & Aaron’s wedding last month. They had the cutest [...]

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I’ve been working with balloons a lot lately and am remembering just how fun they can be! A lot of times when we’re meeting with clients they’ll say they don’t want balloons because they don’t want their wedding/event to look like a 5 year old’s party….oh honey, there are SO many options out there now! [...]

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Oh, weekend – there really is little you’re better suited for than some serious crafting!  The new TLC series Craft Wars has me chomping at the bit to try all of the DIY projects waiting on my Pinterest boards.  Here the five crafts that you absolutely need to try today (who wants to go out [...]

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If you are daring enough to sit outside this weekend (please don’t pass out) why not make yourself some sweet wine bottle citronella candles?! I have a knack for getting bug bites as soon as I walk out the door so I will certainly be trying out this DIY project soon! They are also a [...]

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Probably never thought you’d see color blocking on silverware…but what a great idea! Check out the step-by-step directions here from Studio DIY! These would be great for a smaller event… like a cookout or shower with about 15-20 people.

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I still love mason jars… I know they have been around for a few years now…but they are great! What I even love more is the new creative things people are doing with them. Check out these painted and distressed look! You can buy them here from the Beach Blues Etsy Shop. 

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Everyone is all the rage about chalkboard wine glasses…but I love this spray paint idea. When finished…it looks classy and definitely not homemade. These would be great for a favor, as a gift to your bridal party, or even as a gift. Can’t get much easier! Thanks to my friend Caitlin for sharing the idea [...]

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HAPPY SUNDAY FUNDAY! You’ve still got a few weeks until Mother’s Day but if you tend to wait until the last minute like I do then you may want to check out these cool ideas below.  Thanks to the Busy Budgeting Mama blog for sharing! I’m pretty excited to try some of these out…the real question is, [...]

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Ugh, today is just plain ugly. I guess I can’t complain considering it’s only April and we’ve been pretty spoiled with nice weather lately (I have a fresh sunburn from yesterday to prove it!). If you’re looking for something to do today, maybe to keep your kids occupied, bring out an old umbrella and put [...]

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Here is a simple do-it-yourself centerpiece that is perfect for spring! Find the full directions here at elizabeth anne designs!

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So I tend to blog about how easy it is to just get your friends together for a little party on a whim. Well, we did it and I just had to share! Ok ok….it wasn’t exactly on a whim…it was planned about 2 weeks in advance to get the date on everyone’s calendar but [...]

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So, Easter is in a week (what?!?!) and if you are just realizing this like I am then you probably need to whip up some fun little decorations to acknowledge the holiday is here (hopefully you were smart enough to take down your Christmas decorations already!). Here are two of my favorite fun and simple [...]

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Want to be a pro at making these fabulous paper lanterns? I will definitely be trying these out. Such cute decor for a party! All you need is a simple lantern, tissue paper (cut into circles in the color of your choice) and double-sided tape!! 

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The oh happy day blog makes me happy… all the time! They posted last week about a DIY confetti table cloth. So simple! Would be great for a birthday party, engagment party, or just to add some color to your kitchen! All you need is a thicker cloth table cloth, paint (martha’s multi surface use [...]

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Let’s face it, we can’t make cookies 24 hours a day so the house smells amazing for when the guests arrive. Check out the below recipe for the perfect potpourri! Nice and easy, too! Thanks to One Charming Party for the recipe!

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I’m planning my holiday party around this theme and color scheme. Isn’t it great?    

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Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away! If you want to add a different flare to your dessert table, try including some of these cute cookies. They are perfect to bring to the host of Thanksgiving dinner as well! These are from Eleni’s Bakery and the whole set is called “Turkey Dinner” love it. Sugar [...]

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The Crafting Chicks had a great idea to use an old chandelier to make into a cupcake or cake stand. While you may not be able to grab/find a chandelier and create this in time for halloween, it would also be great for the holidays and birthdays! Love the idea!

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