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Make a Personalized Bridesmaid Box in 5 Steps

12/6/2014

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First of all, if this post is relevant to you — CONGRATS!! You've got a long road of wedding planning ahead (cue evil Maleficent cackle), but asking your bridesmaids is definitely one of the more fun items on the to-do list. 

As a newly engaged lady, I scoured Pinterest (what else?) for creative ways to ask the fabulous gals in my life if they'd join me at the altar. I saw lots of great stuff— hello cute wine labels — yet none of it felt totally right until I came across the idea of a "bridesmaid box." A bridesmaid box is perfect because you can personalize each one, while also pampering the girls who have been by your side through it all. 

With just five items, you're not only conveying how much you love this gal, but you're also including relevant wedding info she'll need for the coming months.
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2. Nail Polish for the Big Day
I already had my entire wedding color palette finalized (close your eyes and envision what you want for your wedding; it's easier than you think), so this item was a 2-in-1: it's a great color any girl would love to add to her collection, and it's also the polish I'd like my bridesmaids to wear on my special day. Not sure of your wedding colors yet? Just include one you know she'll like.
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4. Something Edible
This last little gift can be a savory or sweet treat of any kind. I have a notorious sweet tooth (plus Chuao chocolate bars were on sale and have the best variety of flavors), so these were a no-brainer. Feel free to include nostalgic snacks or sweets, or even items native to the area of your wedding venue if you're going the destination route.

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These cute designs are from Paper Source
1.  Fun Card That Fits Your Personality
I'm a firm believer in handwritten cards, so finding ones that were a bit sassy (yet totally true) topped my list of must-haves. Whether you're a fan of simple or flowery design, Patterson Paper, where I found these cards, has witty options for any kind of bride. The outside, however, isn't nearly as important as what's included inside. Your bridesmaids will be extra-touched by whatever you write. Don't forget to include pictures too!

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3. Alcohol (duh)
Let's be honest, you kind of don't stop drinking once you finally get to wedding weekend, so why not get the party started early? Include a mini-bottle of whatever you and your crew drink most often. 


I put a mini-prosecco in each box, but these Sofia sparkling wine cans are the cutest thing ever (and much easier to ship than glass).
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5. "What's to Come" Info
Not everyone's been a bridesmaid and knows what to expect. Prepare the girls for the buttload (yes, that's a scientific term) of upcoming events. Don't forget the below info:
  • Your wedding date
  • Dress information (are you okay with them renting, do they need to wear a certain style or color?)
  • Tentative bachelorette plans (if you have any)
  • As much hotel info as you have at the time
You've got enough on your plate when it comes to wedding planning, stressing over how to ask your bridesmaids shouldn't add to the burden. Once you decide the five items you'd like to include, these boxes are a cinch to make (and super easy to mail if you don't live nearby).
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Check Out My Q&A with Feather Mag!

9/5/2014

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My friend and fellow UF Journalism School grad Brianti Downing founded Feather in 2011 to help twenty-something women navigate life; share milestones, challenges and triumphs; and find their voice in the media. When she asked me to share advice on working in digital media in her "So You Want To..." column, I jumped at the chance.  See what I have to say: So You Want To Be an Online Editor for a Print Media Company
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Let's Bring Back the Art of the Handwritten Card, Shall We?

6/11/2014

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When was the last time you received a card? And I'm not talking about one thanking you for "joining the gym," or from your great-aunt for your birthday. I'm talking about honest-to-God snail mail from a friend just because they were thinking of you. You probably can’t remember, right?

Not to get all old-timey, but in an age where everyone texts, tweets, snapchats, etc., the idea of sending something handwritten seems antiquated—but that’s exactly why it isn’t. It’s novel; it’s different; it’s downright awesome. (Besides, your third grade teacher didn’t make you practice cursive over and over again for nothing.)

I’ll never forget the day I stumbled into a Papyrus shop waiting for my train at Grand Central; everything was just so beautiful, and there was such a vast selection. It soon became a game to pick the perfect card for different people in my life. There's just something so magical about finding a card that fits someone's personality. I'm a dork, I know, but I enjoy making my friends feel special because, well, they are.

Years later, I’d been convinced I was the only person who still sent cards on a regular basis. (Well, besides my mother; I guess the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.) Boy was I wrong. The idea of sending handwritten cards often and always is still very much alive in the South. Thank you notes, welcome to Birmingham notes, hey I’m glad we’re friend notes—I swear I’ve gotten more mail in the last couple of months than I have in the last few years. 

Sending a card is a small gesture that goes a long way. Most people just get bills in the mail these days, so why not send a little sunshine instead? Below are some of my favorite recent finds in case you need a little inspiration:


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Julie Ann Art - Etsy
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Snow and Graham
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Papyrus and Paper-Source
What are you waiting for? Send a card today!
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    Victoria Margaux💋

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