Happy birthday to the bird dog, Penny Lane!

A lot of people ask why I named my business Bird Dog Wedding.

For two reasons:

1. In hunting (and, no, I'm not an avid hunter by any means), to "bird dog" something means to send your dog to track and find whatever you're hunting. So, I apply this term to my wedding design. I hunt for the perfect wedding inspiration and design for each and every client, with the passion and tenacity of a bird dog ;).

2. The major reason, however, is my little bird dog, Penny Lane, the Brittany. She never ceases to inspire me with her quirkiness, loyalty, and overall sweet disposition. She brings a lot of joy to my life, and I decided to dedicate my business's name to her.

So now that you all think I'm a little crazy, I'd like to wish a very happy birthday to my girl! May many squirrels cross her path today.

 {Photos by Paige Newton Photography}

Board {Mint and Peach}

I'm sure I'm not the first one to tell you what a cool combo mint and peach is. But let's elaborate some more! It's such a great vintage-inspired palette while feeling so fresh at the same time. The colors are very complimentary so each lends in making the other pop. I just heart it. So much.

Happy Friday, everyone!

{Shelves with Goodies; Earrings; Cocktails; Bride's Kit; Cake; Bride and Bouquet}

Accolades

Sometimes you just get wrapped up in things! In the midst of buying a home, planning and designing weddings for amazing clients, and just living life, one forgets to post on their blog from time to time. Well, hopefully it won't happen too often.

Anyway, we decided to give ourselves some props for receiving a bit of blog love this spring.

Where you may have spotted us (click the link below each screenshot to see the post and team of vendors):

{The Sweetest Occasion}

{Somewhere Splendid}

{Love and Lavender}

{100 Layer Cake}

{Hi-Fi Weddings}

P.S. Be on the lookout for our website! In the meantime, check out our cute splash page below designed by The Creative Parasol. 

Happy One Year to Us!

Today, we're celebrating the one year anniversary of Matt and I (not the blog). Matt is one of the most genuine, caring, sweet, fun-loving, funny guys I've had the pleasure to have known. He's my number one supporter and best friend. Everyday is an adventure we are lucky to share. I love you, babe!

April 9, 2011 was the best day of our lives and we got to cement our union in the eyes of the law (by the GREAT state of Texas). We had such a blast celebrating with our friends and family as you can probably tell.

Our design was bright and colorful bier garten.

So. Much. Fun. Enjoy these beautiful photos by Paige Newton Photography!





{Paige Newton Photography}

Board {Circles and Dots}

It's been a while and I've missed creating my boards. Here's something fun for the weekend!

{Dot Tie, Topbun, Save the Date, Marshmallow Cones, Bow Cake, Card}

Featured {100 Layer Cake}

We are so excited to have our mod-inspired shoot featured on on our very favorite wedding blogs, 100 Layer Cake, today! We worked hard pulling all the bits and pieces together for this shoot, and had a blast along the way. We're pretty pleased with the end result thanks to our team (see end of post). Go check out the post!

Styling {Bird Dog Wedding}

Photography {Paige Newton}

Videography {Ava Baird}

Flowers {The Byrd Collective}

Desserts {Bake Sale Austin}

Paper Goods {The Creative Parasol}

Fashion Styling {Trophy Boutique}

Headpieces {Lo Boheme}

Makeup {Nisa Nicole}

Hair {Erica Rae}

Rentals {American Party Rental}

Models {Liz and Colin}

Special thanks to:

- Frock On, Prototype, and Lucy in Disguise with Diamonds for our super mod dresses

- Lauren, Linda and Mark, and Kate for providing us with some lovely vintage pieces

Meet Us {Texas Events and Hospitality Affair 2012}

Want to see what we're up to? Or learn a little more about Bird Dog Wedding and the services we provide? Then come say hello at the Texas Belles Events and Hospitality Affair this Wednesday, March 21st, from 7 to 9 PM, at Mercury Hall! We were honored to be included among their favorite Austin vendors! Here's the Facebook invitation for more info.

We're designing a sweet tablescape with a little help from our talented vendor friends: The Creative Parasol, Loot Vintage Rentals, and Rosehip Flora. You need to see this!

{Oh Happy Day}

Wedding Design {Lori + Nathan}

Oh, man! Where do I begin...It was SO fun helping design this wedding and there were many reasons for that. Number one being that this was my best friend's wedding!! And, I was the matron of honor - hurray! And, I got to spend so much quality fun time with family and friends along the way - bonus!  

Lori and Nathan put on an eclectic, colorful garden fiesta that played with vintage and modern elements - in turn, producing a totally unique wedding that reflected their fun-loving personalities. The San Antonio Botanical Garden provided the perfect setting for this magical day. This wedding turned out so beautifully that Style Me Pretty Texas featured it!

Katherine O'Brien Photography snapped these amazing photos. 

Girls getting ready. Lori wore beautiful Kate Spade Clume wedges and a gorgeous Modern Trousseau gown from Unbridaled in Austin. Pretty make-up by Nisa Nicole Makeup Artistry.

The Creative Parasol designed the program fans and Eden's Echo arranged all the flowers.

Bouquets featured dahlias, ranunculus, billy balls, hypericum berries, scabiosa pods, snapdragon, hydrangeas, and roses to name a few. So pretty!

For favors, Lori and Nathan gave guests succulents from Nature's Herb Farm in baby jars. Table elements: flowers arranged by Eden's Echo in a mix of vintage vessels collected by the bride, groom, family, and friends; framed table numbers by The Creative Parasol; and green/cream and gold/cream chevron table runners sewn by a friend. Each table was a little different than the next!

This precious little teapot was found at Max's Haus Mercantile in New Braunfels. 

Table assignments by The Creative Parasol. Lots of vintage goodies. g(room) and b(ride) letters from Anthropologie.

Lori and Nathan's ceremony overlooked the Lucile Halsell Conservatory at the Garden. Aisle poms made by your's truly!



Workin' my aisle pom magic. Billy balls, hypericum berries, and greenery for the groom's boutonniere. Pretty head table layout.

Gorgeous Lori in the arbor area. Bridesmaids with program fans. More table layout.

Tables in the fountain plaza. Bride behind the honeycomb garland (your's truly). Bride's Omi's ring (her something blue - so sweet).

Ceremony captured in the pond's reflection. Mr. and Mrs. Dimmitt!!!! Honeycombs!

The happy couple!

Wedding party letting loose after the ceremony! Girls in shades of green, cream, and yellow. Boys in blue seersucker. 

Wedding sign by the bride's brother. Honeycombs, again! Beautiful bride and groom.

Dessert table with vintage cake stands, platters, and bowls. Pretty and delicious cakes by Ayon's Bakery. Brownies and cookies by friends and family.

Succulents all ready for guests to take!

Bride and bridesmaids crafted ribbon wands to send off the bride and groom! Here I am showing you how to wave it :). 

Lori and Nathan making their grand exit! What a celebration!

A few Holga shots from Katherine O' Brien. 

What I love most about this wedding is how family, friends, and vendors came together to pull off a vision. The collaboration between those three parties not only makes a wedding look amazing, but makes it  meaningful to the couple. 

Congratulations, Lori and Nathan! I love you guys! Thank you for including me in your special day.

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(Inspired by Pinterest) Board {Orange and Gold}

Loves these colors for spring and summer - any bright warm color accented by metallic gold is alright with me.

{All images via Pinterest! So thanks!}

Client Love {Jennifer + Anthony}

This past weekend I met with my client, Jennifer! It was pure magic! Not only is her aesthetic amazing and fun, she is wonderful and so sweet! It was a perfect match.

SO - I thought I'd share the pinboard we're collaborating on - because her style is on point. This one is going to be off the hook, y'all! Plus, we've already got a great team of vendors going including: Palm Door, Pink Avocado, and Paige Newton Photography!

Her loves:

{Fringe}

{Source}


{Balloons - Geronimo Style}

{Source}


{Pink and Metallic Gold}

{Source}


{Mint Green}

{Source}


{Feathers}

{Source}


So much fun, right? Stay tuned for more about Jennifer and Anthony's November wedding!

Board {Yellow and White}

Hurry up, spring and summer! Ready for this rainy weather to leave town.

{Bunting, Cake, Flowers + Bike, Pretty Lady, Ruffle Fabric, Balloons, Heart on Wall}

Weekly Top Five

Better late than never (and never is sometimes the case). Here are my top five weddings from last week!

{1} Bright + Colorful Mexico Wedding - Style Me Pretty

{Elizabeth Lloyd}

{2} Awesome Vintage-Inspired NC Wedding - Ruffled

{Richard Israel}

{3} Stripes/Kiwi/Origami Zoo Wedding - Style Me Pretty

{Brushfire Photography}

{4} Hardcore-Groom's-Party-Attire Wedding - Grey Likes Weddings

{Lori Paladino Photography}

{5} Fun Red Corral Ranch Wedding - Style Me Pretty Texas

{Q Weddings}