{OOAK Bridal Necklace}--Available :)

Yesterday, I spent all day creating a piece that I am SO EXCITED about! I woke up with a lot of inspiration for a bridal piece and just went with it! I created this OOAK {ONE of a kind} bridal bib necklace :D It is made with: *several VINTAGE buttons *several different pearls (most are VINTAGE too) *Ivory chiffon *Ivory/champagne silk *Ivory lace with pearl beading *Ivory ribbon *Antique brass clasp & rings for adornment (a dainty little pearl hangs at the end of rings) *Ivory & Champagne antique-inspired lace *Ivory felt for backing *Ivory thread *& most importantly LOTS of LOVE! Everything is handcut, shaped, and sewn together very carefully by {yours truely}. I started by creating different fabric "rosettes" & "poppies" and sewing them to an Ivory/Champagne antique-inspired lace. After that, everything started falling into place with all the rest of the very intricate details.  Here are some more photos of some close ups: I sewed ivory felt to the back of everything when I was just about done so it could keep its shape a bit better. For the clasp, I used an antique brass lobster clasp and rings with a dainty pearl to hang at the end. Want this OOAK bridal piece before it's gone? It's available right here in my Love Sparkle Pretty Shop! I'm thinking about creating some less dramatic necklaces for bridesmaids or even for everyday use. What do you think? :)

Finally unemployed + LOTS of new creations :D

Yesterday was my last day of working as a grocery clerk! I had been with the company for about 5 years and instead of enjoying my last 8hr. shift, I woke up REALLY sick and had to go to work that way...unable to leave early. :( I could barely even hold myself up and by the time I was FINALLY off, I was able to take my temperature--knowing I had a fever--the thermometer said 101.5 F :(
It's weird to be happy about being unemployed but with a supportive husband, I am able to focus on being a mommy, crafter, and nursing student--there's hardly any "free" time even without a job.
Here are some projects that I recently finished and now will have more time to finish up some more orders :)

{This is a fully custom bridal piece that I created with royal purple detail & a half birdcage veil.}

{These are boutonnieres that I created for a bride in Santa Maria. I used different purple feathers for the groom and groomsmen as well as purple vintage buttons.}

{This is a piece for a nautical themed wedding in Florida. It's my "Ahoy Darling" creation with light pink feathers instead of the traditional red. I also used antique-inspired lace within the ivory flower.}

{I also created another one of these vintage-inspired boutonnieres for a bride-to-be in Sierra Madre, Ca :) These boutonieres seem to be very popular!}

{& last but not least for my recent Etsy.com orders, I created 2 of these peacock fascinators for 2 bridesmaids in Australia :)}

It's always such a pleasure working with nice people and creating pieces that they will love as well! You may have noticed that my Etsy shop is dwindling down. This is because I will be adding new items to the shop very soon! :)
I'm excited about this!
If you have any ideas of what you would like to see in my shop, please let me know! I love feedback :)
As for the rest of the day, I am drinking some hot tea to soothe my throat and hopefully working on some custom orders soon when I feel much better.

Mustard Yellow Bridal Hairpiece {SNEAK PEEK}

I am finishing up a custom bridal hairpiece for a lovely wedding in California. The bride-to-be contacted me wanting a one of a kind piece inspired by a hairpiece I created I couple months ago {view post here}. She wanted mustard yellow accents added to the ivory palette & I did just that!
It came out soo pretty! I love the mustard and ivory together!

This bridal piece is made up of ivory magnolia flower petals, 3 types of laces, small pearl accents, champagne and ivory goose feathers, gold skeleton leaves, ivory muslin with gold sparkles, mustard yellow fabic, & a crystal broach for the center.

I am also finishing up a detachable birdcage veil to go along with this flower hairpiece. I can't wait to send it off and see photos of the big day in April! :D

Want a one of a kind hairpiece for your big day? Visit the Love Sparkle Pretty Etsy Shop & send me a convo with what you would like!

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I am just about done with my order for 9 boutonnieres & 2 hair combs for a San Diego wedding in August--which means...another post coming {very} soon!

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Want to win a couple of items from Love Sparkle Pretty?
Head on over to much love, illy & enter this AH-MAY-ZING giveaway by following my blog & adding Love Sparkle Pretty to your favorite etsy shops for 2 extra entries!

{Have a beautiful day}

Vintage Inspired Boutonnieres for the Ireland Wedding

This morning, I sent out an order for 4 vintage-inspired boutonnieres to Ireland (I soo want to go there)!
I used champagne colored goose feathers, white marabou feathers, gold skeleton leaves, ivory lace with pearl beading, twine, and vintage buttons for these little beauties.
Here they are!!!

At the last minute, I decided to add an extra feather to the grooms piece so it stands out a bit more :)

These boutonnieres were inspired after my original creation available
HERE.

I'm excited that they turned out so beautiful!
I am now finishing up 9 boutonnieres & 2 combs for a wedding in San Diego that are also inspired by this same piece.
As well as a hairpiece with accents of mustard yellow (love)for a wedding in Kingsburg, Ca. :)
It's a wonderfully busy crafty time for me!

Want to win a couple of my creations for yourself?
Head on over to much love, illy & enter this AH-MAY-ZING giveaway by following my blog & adding Love Sparkle Pretty to your favorite etsy shops for 2 extra entries!

:D

{Have a beautiful day}

3 weddings, 1 vow renewal, 4 baby showers, & a giveaway winner in 2days?!?!!

So within a matter of 2 days, I received 3 orders for weddings (one is in IRELAND!), 1 order for a vow renewal (so sweet!), & I started on my projects for 4 baby showers coming up!! I definitely feel blessed and excited to see all of the finished projects! It's an amazing feeling knowing that you are able to be a part of someone's special day through creating something that they will love :)
OH! & within those 2 days, I found out that I was a winner on Sandy A La Mode's blog giveaway! I won $25 shop credit to Salvaged Strawberry! I used that credt to get an amazing pair of vintage heels which should be in my mailbox very soon! :D
(will post photos soon!)
Exciting stuff right?

I'm going to be one busy momma...especially seeing how I start school again in a couple weeks (my first "official" nursing class!) so I need to start creating!!

Here's the list:

OH!!! & my giveaway will on Much Love, Illy's blog on January 30th!!!! I'm still debating what I should give away (hmmm...any ideas on what you really want? View some ideas here) Also, an entry will be to be a follower of my blog so you can get a head start now...::hint hint::
:D

{Have a beautiful day!}

7 {Pretty} things on Sunday

7 {Pretty} things on SuNdAy.

I have joined a blog hop with Gussy Sews, Matchstick Molly, Much Love, Illy, & The Letter 4 to present to you 7 {Pretty} things that inspire me :)

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Have a beautiful day!

New page of CUSTOM CREATIONS made by me!

I added a new page of many custom pieces I have created that include flower hairpieces, boutonnieres, corsage clips, veils, scarves, skirts, etc.!
Be sure to check it out above or click
HERE!!!

Also, if you would like a custom order made just for you, contact me at:
kaylanicole0317@aol.com
or visit me on my etsy site:
Love Sparkle Pretty
& send me a convo! :)

Chiara + Michael's wedding--featuring OOAK bridal hairpiece :D

A couple months ago, I had the opportunity to create a custom hairpiece for a bride in San Jose, CA. When she messaged me her ideas of an ivory flower with mint green details and a detachable birdcage veil that just covered the eyes, I was ecstatic to start creating her vision! After a couple of weeks in the making, I was so happy with her one of a kind piece and I wasn't the one! :)
Chiara was such a pleasure to work with and was really sweet. She recently sent me a message that read: "...my flower and veil made such a huge impact at my wedding. Everyone loved it, and asked where I got it. I def recommended you. Thanks again- I can't repay you!!! The photos were beautiful..."
She also sent me a link to her Nov. 6, 2011 wedding and let me tell ya, her wedding was absolutely beautiful and so unique! She made such a stunning bride and I was so delighted to see the final results of her hairpiece worn on her special day. Congrats again Chiara & Michael! Thank you so much for the opportunity to be a part of your special day! :D
{Here's the hairpiece I created just before I shipped it out}

{& here are some of the lovely photos from the wedding}
This post has been shared at Today's Creative Blog

Photography:Photography by Busa

Something Blue Boutonniere

I woke up bright and early this morning thankful that fall is finally in the air! I was ready to greet this day with a smile! :)
With a cup of hot cocoa in hand, I finished my nursing school application (it will be submitted in the morning) & then I started on a new little project because I just felt creative for a moment.
I created a cute little boutonniere for a wedding & I call it the

{Something Blue for the Groom}

{Enjoy}

I used a white goose biot feather, marabou feathers, white rooster tail feathers, dusty blue satin ribbon, brown twine, and a pearl pin to secure to the groom's wardrobe.







I also posted this boutonniere on my Etsy Shop and is ready for order.
Click here for: {Something Blue for the Groom} Etsy Listing

Also, I can and will custom make every order so if you have a design or ideas in mind, don't hesitate to ask! :)

Visit my Shop: {Love Sparkle Pretty}