{ Ask Cynthia }: Feathers

Saturday

DIY Project | Glitter Feathers

Two things we love for weddings are sparkles and feathers. As soon as we saw this tutorial for glitter feathers from Frankie, we knew we must share! There are so many things you could use these feathers for. We love the idea of using these feathers for boutonnieres, garland, or suspending them to create a ceiling full of whimsical feathers!

MATERIALS

Feathers

Fine glitter

A glue stick

Small bowl

Craft paper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Put down some craft paper to protect your work surface. Glitter can be so messy to work with, and it will help contain the glitter (somewhat).

2. Spill some glitter out into your bowl.

3. Apply a layer of glue to the tip of the feather on both sides. Glue sticks are good for this project because other types of glue can be heavy or create clumps. A light layer is all that is required!

4. Dip the tip of the feather into the glitter, or pick up a pinch with your fingers and sprinkle it on. You can always touch up glitterless spots if you're okay with getting glitter on your glue stick.

5. Shake off excess glitter and set aside to dry. Stare in awe at their prettiness. 

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Here are some more ways to incorporate these little pretties into your wedding!

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xoxo,

Ashley

Monday

Real Weddings | Ashley & Kyle

This spring we were delighted to work with Ashley and Kyle. We had so much fun working with their theme and colors for their day - the couple chose a black and white damask with red and feather accents. Ashley's bouquet consisted of big gorgeous Cherry Love Roses with white feathers and a little bling to make it pop, and her girls carried dramatic bouquets of white roses and black feathers. Their reception was held at the CPMI Center, which really complimented their modern style, and the crystal chandeliers above the cake and dance floor made the room sparkle. Ashley and Kyle's photographer, Molly C. Photography, did a wonderful job of capturing all the details as well as the connection between this fun-loving couple. Congratulations Ashley & Kyle!