Shop News: Les Etoiles Series

Introducing the Les Etoiles Series!

 Les Etoiles...French for The Stars. For blushing brides, the Les Etoiles Garter Series is made up of shiny satin, ivory lace, and sheer ivory organza. Adorning the satin bow is a the shiniest rhinestone star! A true delight for your special day!

This is a new line of handmade wedding garters is now in stock in my Etsy shop, The Sparkling Cocktail

Ivory Les Etoiles Garter

Pale Yellow Les Etoiles Garter

Blush Les Etoiles Garter

Shop News: La Bohéme Series

One of my favorite handmade bridal garter series in my Etsy shop, The Sparkling Cocktail, is La Bohéme. This garter series evokes the Flapper era when ladies used decorative garters to keep their stockings up all day. The peacock feather is a symbol of their style and grace. 

All of my garters are made up of a minimum of five parts; two kinds of laces, satin ribbon on the front and back, and elastic in the casing. No stretch lace, here! 

The La Bohéme series is no different. I use blonde, pink, and latte peacock feathers mixed with different color laces and satins. Listings are for either sets or single tossers.

Mint Satin and Ivory Lace Garter Set with Blonde Peacock Feather. 

Blush Satin Ivory Lace Garter with Blonde Peacock Feather.

Blush Satin Ivory Lace Garter Set with Pink Peacock Feather. 

Ivory Satin Café Lace Garter with Latte Peacock Feather.

Shop News: The Zelda Series

Introducing the Zelda Series! Named after my favorite flapper, Zelda Fitzgerald! 

This is a new line of handmade wedding garters now in stock in my Etsy shop, The Sparkling Cocktail.

These garters have movement with 2" flapper fringe! These were really fun to make, especially with the 1920's theme. As with all my garters, they are made up of a minimum of five parts. Lace trim, satin ribbon casing, elastic, fringe and decoration. No stretch lace, ever! 

The glamour doesn't stop with the fringe. Decorating the front is an art deco rhinestone button and feather. 

Black and white are the two colors now available. What other colors would you like to see? 

Shop News: The Ma Cherie Series

It's Bridal Season! Some of my best selling items in my Etsy shop, The Sparkling Cocktail, are my handmade bridal garters.  I have created garters in several different series that come in different colors. All of my garters are made up of a minimum of 5 parts; two kinds of laces, satin ribbon on the front and back and elastic in the casing. No stretch lace here! 

Today I'm featuring my series called Ma Cherie. The trim on this series is a pretty vintage lace bow in ivory with a pearl bead center. Hanging down are three ivory satin tassels. 

Here is a highlight of some of the colors available. All listings are for sets. Single tossers can also be requested.

This is the newest color! Mint Satin and Ivory Lace- Ma Cherie Garter Set

Blush Satin and Ivory Lace- Ma Cherie Garter Set.  Notice the rose pearl!

Dark Emerald Velvet! Perfect for a winter wedding, should you be planning ahead!

Antique White Ma Cherie Garter Set.  Classic! 

Black and Ivory. With a rose pearl. I love this combination! 

Which one is your favorite? Other colors are available in my shop. Have a look here to see the current listings for this series!

Mid-Week Inspiration: Winter Weddings

I always thought a winter wedding would be so romantic. A furry shrug, a cozy sweater, cranberry and evergreen accents, a quiet snowy landscape...

Here is some winter wedding inspiration. 

How gorgeous is this dress? 

Just lovely!

Love the sweater, mittens, and dashing groom!

This cake! I might have a winter themed party- just to serve this!

From my shop, ruby velvet garters. 

For more inspiration, any day of the week, follow me on Pinterest, the source of these images. 

Mid-Week Inspiration: Tiffany Blue Wedding

I love Tiffany blue, mint, Robin's egg blue... these colors never get old, especially for weddings! 

How pretty is this table setting?  I love the blue with the pink flowers!

I wouldn't reserve these shoes just for weddings! 

Would you wear a Tiffany blue wedding dress? It's gorgeous! 

Love this headboard with the simplicity of the white bedding. 

A Tiffany blue garter set from my shop; The Sparkling Cocktail. 

What is your favorite wedding color? 

For more inspiration any day of the week, follow me on Pinterest! 

My Projects: Finished and Listed!

I have listed quite a few new handmade items in my Etsy store, The Sparkling Cocktail! They make great gifts for the holidays or holiday weddings, and all are under $50! To top it off, 20% of all my Etsy store sales will be donated to the Red Cross Sandy Relief for November and December!

Here are a few: 

Hand crocheted fingerless gloves in ivory with a red bow and tipping. 

Red mink fur pom pon cocktail ring! Perfect for holiday parties! 

Winter wedding? Emerald velvet ivory lace bridal garter.  From my Je T'aime series. 

Sweet Nothings garter set in Ruby Velvet. 

Mid-Week Inspiration: Peacock Feathers

Oooh the Peacock Feather! It has always been revered as one of the most beautiful birds in the world.  The bird and his feathers have been a popular motif in the arts for centuries. Symbolizing rebirth, renewal, and all knowing, it is no surprise that they have become popular in modern weddings. 

I've been using peacock feathers on my handmade La Boheme wedding garters for awhile now. They are my best seller and I especially love the blonde feathers shown above.  My inspiration for them has stemmed from Art Nouveau, the 1920's, and the style and grace of the Flappers who wore garters everyday to keep their stockings up. I sell them in sets, so why wait for a wedding! 

See below for inspiration using peacock feathers, both from the 20's and in modern times. 

Gloria Swanson- 1920's- This is one of my favorite photos of all time and probably the key to my La Boheme line. 

Gorgeous peacock detail on this 1920's dress. Just stunning! 

Modern peacock wedding cake!

This dress is amazing! Sorry- I don't know the designer. 

Jennifer Lawrence by Tim Walker for W magazine. Albino peacocks are so elegant!

For more inspiration any day of the week follow me on Pinterest.