October 11, 2012

Making Wedding Garters


Oh my gosh 6 weeks until my son's wedding....Wow, this is really coming fast!  We have a list of things to do and this last weekend we checked off....Making the wedding garter!!


The future DIL and I collaborated all weekend, I had so much fun making many different style......And then we got it JUST RIGHT!

In June I went to New York City and while I was there I shopped  the garment district with the wedding garter in mind, coming home with many laces and trims


Then a couple weeks ago I won this giveaway from Pam at 52 Apothecary Shop a fabulous French inspired blog...More bling and lace....Thank you Pam!


After one more stop at a wonderful local Orlando fabric store that specializes in everything bridal....We were ready to start creating!







You know I always share how to make all of my projects, but I used so many different techniques and there is already many wonderful tutorials online.  I can recommend this great YouTube video that got me started


I can't tell you which one she picked because my son reads my blog, but I will tell you she said 

"I love it"

Which one do YOU think she picked?

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Happy Creating

Carol

43 comments:

Mari said...

Hi Carol, omg they are all sooooo beautiful, how ever did she pick just one....lol.....I would have wanted the all.....

Hugs~
Mari

Galina Hristova said...
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Galina Hristova said...

Lovely,lovely,lovely....

Teresa said...

Your daughter in Love is a very lucky girl. Fashionable too. You managed a wonderful, romantic and so elegant look for a small detail. It speaks so loudly of the people you are...
Thank you for sharing!

Pam said...

Carol, you have amazing talent, The garters are amazing! I would have to be blindfolded to choose just one. Each has so much beauty! xo's Pam

pogonip said...

These are just gorgeous! You have a gift, no doubt about it, Carol. There's something for every taste here, but I know which one I would have chosen. Did you have a fav?

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

They are all so pretty, Carol! Any one she picked is going to be just lovely for her wedding day.

Old Time Cindy said...

Hmmm...I can't make up my mind. They are all beautiful!

Createology said...

Wonderful weekend it was. Your family is so fortunate to be able to enjoy one another and create beautiful harmony together. I see the one I think she selected. I would have a tough time but the little girl in me has a favorite. Love every one of them. The shopping must have been amazing too. Creative Bliss...

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

OH these are all just beautiful! I think you could have a new business in your future! Thanks for stopping by my Ideas House post!

GrandmaSoucie said...

Definitely the second one with the narrow band and all those gorgeous beads!!! Right?

GARAGE SALE GAL said...

Hi Carol,
I'm a tad behind in visiting you..sorry!
Love the little vanity chair and think under 35.00 was the right price!
I LOVE the garders!!! I'm thinking the one with the rose that matches her bouquet! I do love the first one!!!
Warmly,
deb

the old white house said...

Oh my gosh, it wouldn't matter which one she picked, they are all gorgeous! You must be having a wonderful time creating such beautiful things for the wedding! t.xoxo

Pat C. said...

Oh, they are all so beautiful!♥

I'm thinking she chose the one that seems to best match her bouquet--i.e., the one with the blush lace and the ecru flower from Pam's giveaway. But it's like choosing a favorite child... you just can't!

xoxo

Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made said...

I'm guessing the first one but how on earth would a person choose JUST one! Can she wear one on each leg at least??

Silvia said...

They are gorgeous!!! Each and every one of them. I would also want them all.

Marilyn said...

I think this bride needs L O N G legs so she can wear them all! Beautiful laces and trims. I'd love to go on a shopping trip with you!♥♫

Laura Bissonnette said...

I think she chose the Ivory satin garter with the silver beaded applique, because that's what I would choose.

Debbiedoos said...

Oh these are just darling. I really love them all. Not sure which is her pick, but if I had to guess...number 4

Shabby chic Sandy said...

Oh these are so pretty! I don't know what your daughter in law would pick--but I think I like the one with the pink lace. I love them all!

Francie...The Scented Cottage Studio said...

Oh my ... I agree they are all just beautiful. I think you have another best seller to put in your booth !

Pam said...

Hi Carol, it's me again! Thanks for your lovely comment on my blog. And yes, I did notice and am so happy!!!! I just can't get over the loveliness of all you create. You inspire me to be so much better then I would otherwise be without your inspiration. xo's Pam

Debbie said...

OK, it's official. This wedding is perfect right on down to the garter. I LOVE this idea, and it's perfect for her vintage wedding. Just perfect.

I'm going to guess that she picked the one with the biggest bling. Of course, if her taste is like her future MIL, she might go with the first one you featured with the blush colored flower. That one looks like you.

I'm enjoying a week with my DC daughter home. It's great to see her!

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Carol, Your garters are gorgeous. I love them all. How could one choose. Anyone she picked will be gorgeous.
Everything is perfect!!
Have a great weekend.
XO CM

Mrs. Kelley Dibble said...

Garters of gorgeousness, indeed. What a tough decision any bride would have!

Bethany Pete said...

These. Are. Gorgeous!! I love all your posts about the upcoming wedding, I can't wait to see everything together. . . it's going to be absolutely dreamy!

20 North Ora said...

These are just beautiful!! I think she should wear one on each leg and one on each arm!! How special this wedding is going to be and especially all of the precious memories you have created.

Judy

Jil~Say It With Roses said...

Carol, these are stunning! I could not pick a favorite and I would have had to wear them all...lol!
♥ Jil

Heart Vintage Design said...

I love them all!

Unknown said...

Girl, I'd pick them ALL! Each one is absolutely fabulous and the lovely bling!

Hugs,

Nancy said...

Carol,
All of they are just Gorgeous!! I know what you can do with them, but not for DS to read. Carol have you taken care of yourself for the wedding? Dress, Hat, shoes, Handbag, ? etc. Is DDIL making a Wedding Photo Album for all of the Wedding Photography?

Huggs, Nancy

pipigirl said...

congrats on winning the goody bag from 52. nice.... i think the white lacy one or the pinkinsh with flower. bet youre having so much fun. it'll be here before you know it. its gonna be a GRAND day.

Chenille Cottage said...

Door Number One or Door Number Two....???? They are all so pretty...I will guess the one that I like the very best. It's the one that is white and very soft looking with the round rhinestone medallion. I can't wait to see which one your daughter-in-love chose! What a beautiful wedding this is going to be, Carol!
Blessings to you all,
Carolynn xoxo

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

Wow Carol, these are fabulous! Who could choose just one? O.k. if I have to I'll guess the first one on the right. I'm fishin here, really no idea. Congrats on the upcoming wedding. I know it will be fab!
Hugs,
Jann

romance-of-roses said...

Wow, with all of these lovely garters almost makes you want to be a bride again. I like all of them. How exciting for you to have shopped at the garment district in NY. HPS, Lu

Unknown said...

Wow Carol! Can't believe it's 6 weeks away. Love all the garders, not sure which one she would pick. Difficult choice.
Thanks for the supportive comment! As you know your comments still don't show up on my email. We need to do lunch NEXT WEEK!!
I mean this week...
What's a good day?
hugs...

Bluebirdbasketry said...

Carol,

These are absolutely beautiful...are you going to put the "runners up" in your booth?

Sue

Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures said...

Oh my goodness! They're all so pretty and it must have been hard for her to pick. My favorite is the one in the second picture.

Angela said...

Dear Carol,
They are all so pretty, I love the velvet you used, I think the first one is my best.
Your son and his bride are so lucky to have you making all these wonderful gifts.
Hugs,
Angela.

Little Miss Maggie said...

Carol, these are gorgeous. So pretty and feminine. I bet your future DIL had an impossible time picking which one she wanted to wear.

hopeandjoyhome said...

Gorgeous!! It would be hard to pick but my probably wrong guess is the one at the top in the last pic. They are all beautiful! Are you selling the runners up or are they going to be part of the decor?

Unknown said...


Wow!Truly a great post, I love the stylish garters for parties as it really captures the essence of a great personality.


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FabShabbyRoses said...

Absolutely GORGEOUS!!!! You're amazing Carol! I never miss a blog entry of yours and have learned so much from you! Thank you so much for always sharing! Sincerely, Carolyn