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Welcome back to the world of weddings, y’all! We have some fun posts ready to go this week. In addition to the usual real weddings, we’re excited to be presenting the finalists in our most recent Ultimate Southern Challenge over the next few days! The focus this time around was on burlap. Our finalists really went above and beyond, with several putting together full shoots involving our favorite rough and tumble material! Let’s get started!
The talented team at Cedarwood Weddings is known for their creativity, so we were not surprised to find a detail-filled submission from them! Kristyn Hogan photographed everything to perfection. Here’s a look at the unique ideas they put together:
To start, Linda and her team worked with Designs in Paper to develop a sophisticated stationery suite. We love the vertical burlap belly band – a twist on the usual horizontal version!
The Cedarwood team used large sheets of burlap (purchased from a local fabric store) to create burlap wall panels. The letters were cut from gray suede fabric and attached to the burlap with brads. The panels were installed with rods and brackets. These would be such a good idea for a Southern photobooth or ceremony backdrop, or to hide a less-than-desirable corner of your venue!
For the table tops, Cedarwood ordered French grain sacks in burlap from Online Fabric Store and stitched them together to create rustic runners. Side note: How cute are those mini cookies??
Finally, the team set up a gourmet popcorn bar in lieu of favors. They used burlap bags and suitcases from Save on Crafts as containers, and put together a handmade burlap bunting and quilted sign for the backdrop. Popcornopoly in Nashville supplied the treats!
WHEW, y’all! So many fabulous burlap ideas, and that’s just ONE entry! Thanks so much, Linda + Kristyn! Readers, if you love this idea, be sure to let us know in the comments! And remember, you’re welcome to give a vote of support to more than one concept.
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Kristyn Hogan, March 12, 2012 12:17 pm reply Thanks so much for featuring this lovely little burlap inspiration. We had so much fun photographing it and are always inspired by the creativity of Cedarwood!
Linda at Cedarwood Weddings, March 12, 2012 12:32 pm reply We are huge Southern Weddings fans and lovers of burlap. Love the contest and the inspiration it provides.
sara e. rose, March 12, 2012 1:11 pm reply Big Fan of Burlap, Cedarwood + Kristyn Hogan!! A++ And, yes, how cute are those mini cookies? Adorable.
Kristal David, March 12, 2012 3:06 pm reply I am getting married at Cedarwood on May 25th, and Kristyn Hogan will be capturing my wedding on film. I am so lucky that these creative minds who love what they do are involved in my very own special day (which will also include LOTS of burlap!) Thanks Southern Weddings for always posting such beautiful and inspirational things! You are by far by favorite wedding blog!
Stephanie, March 12, 2012 3:17 pm reply Love, love, love :) Beautiful design and amazing images.
Alicia M, March 12, 2012 6:17 pm reply I love the grain sacks they used as table runners! And the whole popcorn set up is awesome! Great job!
Brenda Douglas, March 12, 2012 6:29 pm reply Love, love, love Cedarwood weddings! Also love the way they have used burlap! My son and his bride were married at Cedarwood about 11/2 years ago and they, too, used a lot of burlap! It was fabulous and so uniquely them! Linda and her team are masters at creating the most beautiful and unique weddings, no matter what the style!
Pam, March 12, 2012 6:33 pm reply How creative! Great use of burlap.:)
Cynthia, March 12, 2012 7:44 pm reply Only the most beautiful and creative work from Cedarwood, as always!!!!!! They are such a talented group and always a joy to work with on each individual wedding.
Tim Duncan, March 13, 2012 12:28 am reply Love the designs! That love sweet love sign is way cute!
Donette - Designs in Paper, March 13, 2012 1:18 am reply What a wonderful way to start off the week! It's SO exciting to see your post --- we love, love, love getting to work on inspirations like this with Cedarwood and Kristyn Hogan - they are so on-track for design and something that brides can truly incorporate into their day! Thanks so much for the post!
Ashleigh, March 13, 2012 1:32 am reply Love sweet love sums up this entry perfectly!
Lanie, March 13, 2012 12:00 pm reply Adore this!!
Matt, March 13, 2012 12:06 pm reply What splendid concepts! The lighting is gorgeous and each table is styled to perfection. Absolutely love the French burlap table runners!
Matt, March 13, 2012 12:12 pm reply What splendid concepts! Amazing how many different burlap elements are used here to style multiple tables in such an elegant fashion. They are perfectly complimentary!
Linda at Cedarwood, March 13, 2012 3:54 pm reply We are thrilled to hear these amazing comments....we are blushing :) Appreciate the feedback so very much!
Courtney H, March 14, 2012 12:29 am reply Every southern brides favorite-BURLAP, paired with the new southern staple piece- GALVANIZED STEEL! It goes together like dixie chicken and Tennessee lamb!
Mary, March 14, 2012 11:06 am reply Love the burlap backdrop, so creative!
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Dawn, April 9, 2012 7:39 pm reply Love all the burlap ideas. We are having a country chic wedding this September and several of these ideas will be used in the wedding. Thank you for sharing them with us!
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