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Sorry for the light posting this week! Matt and I have been traveling a bit. We'll be traveling a bit more and then we'll be home this Sunday and I'll be back to posting. :)Wishing everyone the bes...

Okay, probably only airing in Oregon, but I saw this lovely commerical promoting shopping in Downtown Portland while Matt and I were watching the Discovery Channel tonight, and they have a lovely a...

Just a few shots of a custom belt for Lisa...

custom order sketch, originally uploaded by mattandmyracallan. I have tons of sketches of ideas lying around and I don't know why I don't send them to brides more often. I got a request today for ...

Coming soon...Don't you just LOVE that Elizabeth Dye dress in the photo????

There's a new E-Magazine that's eco-friendly and great for those planning green weddings! Eco-Beautiful Weddings is a lovely e-magazine full of great green ideas, fashion, and design. There is also...

I have a few new pieces for the Etsy shop... a bit of a random mix, but each is very unique and oh-so-much fun!Double luxI found the yummiest, softest, prettiest silk fabric over the weekend and ha...

I stop by Leanne's blog from time to time... always eager to see what lovely things she's created and what direction life is taking her after Project Runway. This custom wedding dress she created i...

I took forever to update my press page on twigsandhoney.com but yesterday, I finally decided enough is enough and I'd better update it. View new press HERE.A special thank you to Portland Bride &am...

I LOVE Tarte Cosmetics...LOVE THEM. I ordered a duo of cheek stains in the summer through Gilt Groupeand have been hooked ever since. I recently turned my sister onto their cheek stains too and we ...

Just a big project I'm working on... well, more accurately, lots of mini projects that add up to one big holiday project. More on this later!

Just had to gush about this:I love the details on this dress.I like to stalk Kate Towers Etsy shopand daydream about all her lovely creations. Speaking of stalking, what are your favorite fashion/d...

Remember last week I said I was building a Gilt Groupe outfit? Well, my pants came today, so now it is complete!Jacket is BB Dakota, pants are Kaylee Tankus and boots are Rosegold. Total price paid...

I'm starting a new element to this blog: Photo of the Month. Every month or maybe more frequently, I'll post a "photo of the month" on the left hand column of this blog. If you have a great photo o...

I just got my new Rosegold boots from Gilt Groupe yesterday and I'm in love. I just ordered them on Monday! I'm building a whole Gilt Groupe outfit and will have a new photo once all the pieces arr...

Picture from Istanbul...

I just added several veils to my Etsy shop that are ready to ship, so no waiting if you're in need of a veil asap. Enjoy!Birdcage veilIllusion tulle blusher veilAnd my favorite... a convertible blu...

I forgot to blog this, but I listed a lovely and simple new piece in the Etsy shop yesterday:Dream

Last year, Matt got showshoes for me for Christmas and we finally got to go out yesterday. It was so lovely outside in the middle of the forest and surrounded by snow. Indy had such a wonderful tim...

Just a few photos from Thanksgiving...My sis got a gingerbread house kit and this is what is was supposed to look like.Ours looked like this because we were impatient and didn't wait for the frosti...

More to come but yesterday, Matt and I spent time with my side of the family and today we'll be heading up to Hood River to spend time with Matt's side. Jenga... fun...Jenga... sad...

Just in time for holiday gift giving or for yourself, a flirty top in the Etsy shop:Blooming tank

Just in time for winter weddings or for holiday gifts, I've created a handfull of ready to ship pieces in my Etsy shop. Soft, romantic and lovely...Flower Flurry beltFlower Flurry hair pieceFeather...

I got a couple more Holiday Headbands listed HERE and HERE in my Etsy shop. More to come along with other lovely holiday accessories and gifts for yourself and loved ones.I was hoping to get a new ...

I didn't realize the first Holiday Headband was going to sell out so quickly! I have more to list tomorrow. Not sure how many I'll have time to list, but check back here and I'll post an update. :)...

I have to mix it up at times and release some creative energy using different mediums. I just finished a little painting for the Etsy shop. It is part of the Twigs & Honey "Haven" collection th...

Elizabeth Messina has a b-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l family. I always love seeing her gorgeous girls photographed in the most beautiful way that only Elizabeth could do. Earlier this month, it was her preciou...

A fun piece that would be oh, so much fun to wear to a holiday party... or it could make a great present:Holiday Headband

I've visited the Jetsetter branch of Gilt Groupea few times and it really makes me want to plan a romantic getaway with the hubby. I know... we just got back from Istanbul, but that was traveling a...

I just love this dress:By Elizabeth Dye