Tera and Sean combined country charm with city culture when they ventured across the pond to Italy.

For the ceremony, they exchanged vows at an ancient villa fit for a fairytale in Impruneta, Italy, with the rolling Chianti hills as their picture-perfect, pastoral backdrop. Following the ceremony, the couple, along with their nine guests, headed to nearby Florence, where they were met with unexpected street celebrations from locals and locked their love on the Ponte Vecchio bridge, romantically tossing away the key into the Arno River below.

Kudos to Sarah Maren Photographers for capturing this intimate wedding so beautifully!

Tera, 32 & Sean, 29

Impruneta, Italy (ceremony) and Florence, Italy (reception)

Wedding Date: September 27, 2012

Number of Guests: 9

Wedding Cost: $18,135

Wedding Ceremony Location: Villa Le Dame

Wedding Reception Location: Ristorante Il Latini

One of the many perks about having an intimate wedding is the multitude of wedding venue options. Some of the most unique and stunning spaces available can only hold a limited amount of guests, perfect for those of us who are having a small celebration. Don’t be afraid to think outside of the box when it comes to your big day — some of the most gorgeous weddings that we’ve seen have been in unexpected places. Get inspired by these five creative venue ideas:

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens

Made entirely of found objects, this kaleidoscopic outdoor attraction in Philadelphia is a labyrinth of local mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar’s work. Walls of bicycle wheels, colorful glass bottles, handmade tiles, and folk art statues gleam as the sun peaks through the winding alleys. The property also consists of three fully-mosaicked indoor galleries.

Brides want options. Oftentimes, that means viewing a multitude of venues to find one that suits the size a wedding. However, at Casablanca Winery Inn, located in the heart of wine country in Grimsby, Ontario, couples have an array of rooms to choose from for both the ceremony and reception.

For your onsite ceremony at Casablanca Winery Inn, you can choose from one of the three unique choices:

• Vintages: The soft, classic décor features a double-sided marble fireplace, rich wood, wall scones and iron works throughout. The intimate space can accommodate approximately 20 guests.
• Traditions Chapel: Seating up to 54 guests, this mid-level space features satin champagne chair covers, ivory marble floors, rich wood, a registry table, and a cascading backdrop of chiffon draping.
• Reflections Chapel: For larger parties up to 100 guests (up to 220 when combined with the attached ballrooms), this exquisite space features stained glass windows, tiered ceilings, and a traditional altar.

You can also choose any of the stunning ceremony spaces and convert it for the reception space, or select one of the other four reception room options:

• Lakeside Ballroom: Rich mahogany wood lines the walls sprinkled with sconces while dazzling chandeliers glow over the large dance floor and a full-scale bar keeps guests happy. A wall of large-scale windows looks out onto the Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario, providing a breathtaking backdrop for your special day. Seats 120.
• Celebrations: Use as an add-on to another room to expand the space or use on its own for entertaining up to 50 guests.
• Grand Ballroom: This large space can accommodate up to 265 guests with a dance floor (up to 300 without), and is a merger of three rooms: Lakeside Ballroom, Celebrations, and Reflections.
• Casablanca Steak and Seafood Restaurant: Their top floor restaurant is the epitome of luxury with panoramic windows looking out onto Lake Ontario and the Niagara Escarpment, two-tiered seating, and an open hearth kitchen, large central bar, and fireplace. Seats 80.

Photo One: Kostel Photo; Photo Two: Ben Lariviere

Table numbers are one of the easiest wedding projects to DIY.

Even if you aren’t a crafty type, these table numbers are a cinch. (These DIY burlap programs would be a perfect match!)

You will need:

• tan  colored card stock
• ivory card stock
• card stock with pattern of your choice
• burlap
• lace fabric
• sewing machine (optional)
• glue dots
• scisssors
• fabric glue
  Continue Reading DIY Burlap Table Numbers…

Close your eyes. Picture yourself on an isolated beach with your toes sinking into the sand as a salty breeze grazes your face. Heaven, right?

The minute you click through Terreign’s online jewelry boutique, filled with postcard-esque descriptions, you’ll immediately be mentally whisked away to paradise. Browse through the online shop and you will discover a collection of earthy but elegant accessories inspired by the owner’s travels and handmade by artisans using natural materials that are perfect for destination brides.

“A good trip is all about discovering the undiscovered, whether in a fine museum or a bustling street market,” says owner Michelle Bowen-Ziecheck. “When I found these beautiful pieces in mother-of-pearl and other natural materials, and in so many gorgeous colors, I knew they’d be exactly what just the right bride was looking for.”

Bursting in a rainbow bright tropical hues, the vintage-inspired and destination-driven baubles are crafted with mother-of-pearl, coconut, wood fiber, and rivershell. Add a touch of whimsy to an airy gown with the Hana Bloom or Hana Triple Strand necklaces (pictured above and below), or gift your bridesmaids with the Hana Bloom pin (note: they also offer stylish gift packaging that any globe-trotter would adore!), all of which come in a myriad of colors.

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