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Friday, March 24, 2017

Choker Necklaces - Bridal and Everyday - Sadie Bloom Designs' Newest Collection

"A statement necklace glams up any outfit
without feeling like too much." - Tracy Reese

Choker necklaces are the current must-have accessories. From a minimal black leather wrap choker to an ornate, rhinestone-encrusted piece, women's choker necklaces can glam up everything from everyday outfits to exquisite gowns.

Sadie Bloom Designs is excited to announce our newest collection - floral choker necklaces. We've added our sweet fabric flowers to these on-trend jewelry pieces, along with romantic embellishments to perfectly pair with a wide range of wedding gowns. (Swoon!)

BRIDAL

The "Alyssa" Choker Necklace

"Alyssa" White Pearl and Lace Choker Necklace

Bridal necklace Alyssa is a unique, vintage inspired choker necklace that is full of romance. This bridal choker features a petite and feminine white satin fabric flower, topped with a trio of white pearls and accented with white lace leaves. The flower and leaves are attached to a white woven pearl choker, with a silver one-size-fits-all clasp.

The "London" Choker Necklace

"London" Organza and Pearls Bridal Choker Necklace

London is an enchanting choker necklace of organza, pearls, Swarovski crystals and satin. This romantic bridal choker features a white organza fabric flower with a center of hand-sewn pearl and Swarovski crystals. The flower is attached to a woven satin choker, with a petite silver one-size-fits-all clasp.

The "Avery" Choker Necklace

"Avery" Double White Floral Choker Necklace

Fit for a princess, Avery features two demure silky white fabric flowers attached to a delicate white lace choker. The sweet blooms are each topped with a single, large white pearl. The necklace is finished with a silver clasp.

The "Annabelle" Choker Necklace

"Annabelle" Vintage-inspired Ivory Bridal Choker

Bridal choker Annabelle evokes images of vintage glamor - lace, pearls, and charm. This choker necklace features a delicate ivory fabric flower with layers of silky ivory and lace, and topped with an exquisite handsewn ivory pearl cluster. The flower is attached to a breathtaking pearl and lace choker, also with a silver one-size-fits-all clasp.

EVERYDAY

The "Hilary" Choker Necklace

Hilary Ivory Floral Choker Necklace

Simple and versatile, Hilary is a darling ivory floral choker necklace with a dainty, airy flower topped with handsewn antique gold glass beads. The fabric flower sits on a delicate ivory woven choker, with matching antique gold clasp.

The "Harper" Choker Necklace

"Harper" Red Choker Necklace

Choker necklace Harper is a sweet, vintage-inspired boho choker that features a rich, dark red satin fabric flower, topped with a circle of handsewn antique gold glass beads. The flower is attached to a romantic ivory lace choker, with an antique gold one-size-fits-all clasp.

Antique Gold Choker Necklace Clasp

To see more about our new choker necklace collection, or check out our floral hair pieces, sashes, picture frames, girls headbands and other floral accessories, we invite you to visit Sadie Bloom Designs' Etsy shop! Thank you for stopping by!

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Sunday, July 19, 2015

Christmas in July Giveaway!

We're having a GIVEAWAY!

These warm Summer temps are making us pine for cooler Winter weather!

(Christmas is only 22 weeks away!)

Enter for your chance to win either an "EVE" Headband or "RUBY" Flower Clip... your choice!

The Giveaway begins Monday, July 20th (Midnight Pacific),

and ends Friday, July 24th.

Fill out the Entry Form below for your chance to win.

(Entry is also available via our Facebook Page.)

GOOD LUCK!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Giveaway ends Friday, July 24th at 12:00 AM PST. Open to US Entrants Only. The Prize is non-transferable and has no cash alternative. ONE winner will be randomly selected from all Qualifying Entries in a prize draw via Rafflecopter to be announced on Sadie Bloom's Facebook Page, Twitter & Blog as soon as practicable after the Closing Date of the giveaway. The Winner must choose ONE of the available two prizes, and email Sadie Bloom Designs within 24 hours with a U.S. mailing address for us to ship the Prize to, before a new winner is selected. The Prize is free of charge, no purchase necessary, and will be sent within two weeks of winning. My opinions are my own and were not influenced by any form of compensation. Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Blogger, Wanelo and Etsy are in no way associated with this giveaway. By providing your information in this form, you are providing your information to me and me alone. I do not share or sell information and will use any information only for the purpose as stated. Good luck!

Monday, March 23, 2015

The Spring Giveaway has a Winner!

Spring is here, and Sadie Bloom Designs' Spring Giveaway has ended. The entries have been tabulated, and - via Rafflecopter - a winner has been chosen!

The winner of a handmade Sadie Bloom yellow chiffon "Stephanie" flower is... J O D I S C O T T!

(Jodi, please shoot us an email and let us know where we can send your flower! info@sadiebloomdesigns.com)

The winner will also be announced on Sadie Bloom's Facebook page, Instagram and Twitter.

A GIANT THANK YOU to all who played. Happy Spring!

Monday, March 16, 2015

We're Having a Spring Giveaway!

It's been a tough Winter for many, so let's celebrate the warmer temps and blooming flowers with a Spring Giveaway!

We're giving away our best-selling "Stephanie" flower clip, and 3.5-inch yellow chiffon Bloom with hand-sewn silver glass beads, and alligator clip attachment (click here to view it in our Etsy shop: http://etsy.me/SZKRZf). Its retail value is $22.00, and domestic shipping is included!

Fill out the Entry Form below for your chance to win! (Entry is also available via our Facebook Page.)

--------------------------- Good luck! ----------------------------

a Rafflecopter giveaway

The fine print: Giveaway ends Monday, March 23rd at 12:00 AM PST. Open to US Entrants Only. The Prize is non-transferable and has no cash alternative. ONE winner will be randomly selected from all Qualifying Entries in a prize draw to be announced on Sadie Bloom's Facebook Page, Twitter & Blog as soon as practicable after the Closing Date of the giveaway. The Winner must email Sadie Bloom Designs within 24 hours with a U.S. mailing address for us to ship the Prize to, before a new winner is selected. The Prize is free of charge, no purchase necessary, and will be sent within two weeks of winning. My opinions are my own and were not influenced by any form of compensation. Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Blogger, Wanelo and Etsy are in no way associated with this giveaway. By providing your information in this form, you are providing your information to me and me alone. I do not share or sell information and will use any information only for the purpose as stated.

Thursday, April 10, 2014

18 Top Picks for a Romantic Champagne, Silver and Blush Wedding

Champagne, silver and blush... so sophisticated, so romantic! They evoke such a vintage feel. What better place than a wedding to use such an exquisite color combination!

Pantone Champagne 467 EC; Pantone Silver 13-4403 TCX;
Pantone Pearl Blush 12-1207 TCX

Bridal Gowns

Blush and champagne-colored gowns have been growing in popularity as an alternative to the traditional white gown. (When you hear "blush," do you think of Shelby's colors "blush and bashful" in the movie "Steel Magnolias?") Actress Reese Witherspoon donned a beautiful pink blush gown in her 2011 wedding. Designers on the Spring runways now always seem to include at least one sparkly pink or champagne beauty in their collections.

L-R: Alita Graham #7708; Blumarine Bridal 26588S;

Watters Soledad Style 3092B; Theia Spring 2014 Collection

Blooms

Golden Peonies are perfect for this color scheme. Add some Gold Carraway Compote Vases with rose gold mercury glass finish on the reception tables, and... perfection.

T-B: Bouquets by Petalena, Photo by Kelly Dillon Photography;

Gold Carraway Compote Vases

Accessories

Incorporate some extra touches of color and romance with hair flowers, fascinators, sashes, and of course, the shoes!

L-R: Sadie Bloom Designs' "Amelia" Pink Chiffon Flower Fascinator, with Rhinestones & Ostrich Feathers;

Valentino Shoes

T-B: Sadie Bloom Designs' "Lavinia" Silver Satin Flower Fascinator;

"Sylvia" Silver Organza & Satin Floral Sash; "Priscilla" Fabric Hair Flower

Bridesmaids

Have your heart set on wearing a white or ivory gown? Let your girls shine in the golden tones. Check out these adorable dresses... cute enough to wear again!

L-R: Donna Morgan, "Sarah;" Alexia Designs, Style 4110, Pearl Pink;

The Dessy Group After Six Style 6689, Blush

Flower Girl

One of the cutest champagne-colored flower girl dresses out there is made by Etsy Seller Olivia Kate Couture. Add a Sadie Bloom rhinestone hair flower to it, and you're set!

L-R: Olivia Kate Couture's Aurelia in Champagne; Sadie Bloom's "Blanche" Rhinestone & Pearl Hair Flower

Cake

Last but not least, the cake. Piping, pearls, ribbons and fresh flowers are all perfect ways to adorn these confectionery wonders with your colors. Display them on an ornate sterling silver cake stand, and voila! Flavoring, too... who doesn't love a champagne cake!

L-R: Luisa Galuppo Cakes; Disney Weddings at The Grand Floridian

Are you planning a blush, champagne and silver wedding? Just had one? Feel free to share photos with us!

(A handy Pinterest grab-button... please share! Thanks!)

Sunday, March 30, 2014

Update: How I Fixed my Fiddle Leaf Fig

So beautiful, yet so challenging... After months of nail-biting trial-and-error, I think I've cracked the code with finding out what makes my Fiddle Leaf Fig tree tick.

To refresh your memory, here are some photos of our tree, from bringing our baby home from the nursery, to last August, when things were at their worst:

Baby Fiddle Leaf Fig

My Unhappy Fiddle Leaf Fig

More Sadness from My Fiddle Leaf Fig

I'm happy to report this tree is on the mend. Here's my beauty today:

Growing, Growing, Growing

Maybe not as thick as it used to be, but it's growing, and seemingly happy and healthy. Here's how I did it:

Watering every two weeks, with 3/4 or so of a gallon of water. (If the Santa Ana's are blowing and making everything dry, I water a few days sooner.) I water it outside on the patio, and keep it there a few hours to let everything thoroughly drain.
Fertilizing every month with MiracleGro Singles, one packet per gallon of water. It's a 24-8-16 ratio, which apparently is great for this plant.
Rotating it, to encourage balanced growth.
Dusting it, once a week, for optimal light absorption in my could-be-brighter spot.

Baby leaves started popping up a few weeks ago, and grew like gang-busters (see the outer-edges of the plant in the photo above). There's a snag, though. Of course! Do you see it?

Baby Fiddle Leaf Fig Leaves with Red Spots

Little red spots dotting the new leaves. The consensus on GardenWeb is that these spots were caused when the leaves were forming; damage had occurred to the cells due do severe moisture stress (oops). Thankfully, as the leaves grow, the spots are seeming to fade, almost disappearing.

So that's that. Apparently these trendy, prehistoric-like statement plants can be managed. Fingers-crossed things continue! How are your Fiddle Leaf Figs fairing?

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

My Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus Lyrata) & Our Love-Hate Relationship

Fiddle Leaf Figs (Ficus Lyrata) seem to be the "it" plant right now. They're splashed all over the pages of Pinterest, Houzz, Apartment Therapy, designers' websites, home catalogs and magazines. There's no denying why: Fiddle Leaf Figs are gorgeous! They add plenty of color and interest to a room's décor. Now keeping them gorgeous... that's a whole other ballgame.

I picked up my Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree from a local nursery in South Orange County (one recently visited by Bravo TV's Jeff Lewis). It's planted in a 14 1/2-inch pot, and cost a pretty penny. Here's a photo of when we first brought our baby home:

See the beautiful, big shiny leaves? Not a speck of brown. Anywhere.

Fast-forward three months. Here's our Fiddle Leaf Fig today:

Looks good from a distance, doesn't it? Look more closely:

Unsightly brown spots all over the bottom portion of my tree's leaves. Eek!

They say Fiddle Leaf Figs are hardy and difficult to kill. Whomever said that must have ingested the toxins from this plant (yes, they're moderately toxic, although there's no definitive answer on the toxicity level of these plants). Just give them plenty of light, monthly fertilizing and let them dry out between waterings. Check, check and check.

I've researched this brown-spotting phenomenon online (GardenWeb, Google searches) and have spoken with nurseries. It could be the following:

Overwatering (it gets an abundant 3 1/2 cups of tap water weekly, given after the first few inches of soil are dry);
Under-watering (it only gets 3 1/2 cups of tap water weekly);
Too-little light (doubtful);
Over-chlorinated tap water (we have over 500 ppm - seriously gross Southern California water); or
You're just out of luck (thanks, Lowe's).

For now, my plan of attack is lengthening the time between waterings, waiting for the top leaves to begin wilting before watering.

I've invested too much time and money in this relationship to let it go. Just as Shania Twain sang, you're still the one, my Fiddle Leaf Fig...

Any ideas what's afflicting my tree? Perhaps some other sob stories?

Thursday, May 16, 2013

13 Ideas for a Coral, Mint, Peach and Pink Wedding

Warmer temps and cool breezes make muted citrus colors perfect for a late Spring, early Summer wedding. These shades are darker than the soft pastels of Spring, but more mellow than the vibrant shades of Summer. Mint, pink, peach and coral is a popular color combination for weddings this time of year, and definitely one of my favs!

Citrus Color Palette for Late Spring & Early Summer Wedding

Here are 13 of my favorite ideas for a mint, pink, peach and coral wedding!

Paper Goods

Invitations
Who says you can't pick out your own bridal shower invitations? (Never hurts to leave some not-so-subtle hints, too!) Etsy seller Haute Chocolate Favors offers this adorable cake invitation. Let them eat cake, coordinating in your wedding colors, of course.

Peach & Mint Vintage Inspired Bridal Shower Invitation.

These adorable pink, coral and mint wedding invitations are creations of Etsy seller Runk Pock Designs (cute name, don't you think?). Too, too perfect!

Classic Vintage Flowers Wedding Invitation Set by Runk Pock Designs

The Dress

Bridal Gown

I love this gown. This white lace, A-line gown is gorgeous enough, but to add the pink sash? Swoon! (No idea who makes it - if you know, pass it on so I can add a link!)

Bridesmaid Dress

The Dessy Group pulls through again! This coral duchess satin cocktail length dress with rolled flower accents is adorable, and complementary to all body types! It also comes full length, for more formal occasions.

Dessy Coral Bridesmaid Dress, Style 2780, in Ginger