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A lot of people seem to want to know about the branches we used for our centerpieces, so here it is! We bought sandblasted manzanita from Nettleton Hollow and just laid the orchid blooms on the branches. That’s it! No glue, no wiring, they were just placed around the branches. I won’t say it was super fast since we had to do so many, but it was very very easy. Thanks to everyone who put them together for me - I was locked in the prep-room while it was put together.
This is how it looked on the table and on the guest book table:
A big change from when they came in this gigantic box… it was a puzzle to get them apart without breaking them to pieces!
Here are some photos of the table settings and the branches as they were on the tables. I really feel like they made the setting relaxed and natural, hopefully promoting a comfortable, low key feeling. We also wanted low decor, since we didn’t want anything blocking conversation.
This wasn’t our original idea for centerpieces, but I really feel like it contributed to the relaxed, casual feel of the whole wedding. And it wasn’t hard - so if you want to DIY some really natural centerpieces, I think this is a really nice and unique option!
Love the centerpieces, Mrs. Gummi Bear! Can you tell me who did the calligraphy for the menu card — it looks great!
I can’t even deal with this. Just… so beautiful. Clean, and fresh, PLUS ANN WOOD OMG.
I love how you did the tables. (And the blankets, and the parasols, and your kick ass dress).
Very inspiring!
Are these ann wood?? Did everyone get one?
I love low-height centerpieces, and these are so beautiful. Great job!
They look so beautiful! What did you do with the branches afterwards? Would you be interested in selling to local brides?
Those are so, so gorgeous and impressive!
I think I’m in love!!! Yes, I would be interested in buying them if you are interested in selling the branches. Please let me know. thanks.
rebecca: Bluebird Studios, Rebecca Trawick. She’s wonderful, was really responsive, and of course, her calligraphy is really unique and beautiful.
katie: no, we had a total of about 23 birds, not including the toppers. they were arranged on the tables so there were a few per table. I still have the birds lounging about the house. 
jilian: there are quite a few photos of shadows, actually!
I’m not selling the branches, or rather, someone already bought all of them! but if she’s done with them, I imagine she might be willing to sell them too…
thanks everyone!!!
If you dont mind answering… how much did you spend per branch or total for the project? I’d love to do something like this as my wedding is bird themed too, but I am getting tight on cash!
chelles bells: actually, I don’t have a copy of our final floral invoice - our doc has it and we’re meeting with her on Friday and I may receive it then. We purchased a ton of orchids from the flower mart and used mostly project grade branches from nettleton hollow - I hope that helps a little!
Mrs Gummi Bear, everything was absolutely beautiful and well put together. You are an inspiration!!
Where did you get the table number holders?
Nevermind about the table # holder, I found your post from a while back.
So gorgeous and creative, Mrs. Gummi Bear! Where did you find the stunning table number holders? Thank you in advance.
Mrs. GB, love the manzanita branches. I picked up mine today. The seller is local to where I grew up and gave me a second for free and if I want more I get a discount woohoo. (I ended spending $5 each on them). As usual your posts are an inspiration.
I have been looking like mad in SF for Manzanita branches and I cannot find any! I was hoping at some point you would post about these beauties that you had in your tables. I tried looking at that website and I am holding out thinking I might come across something local like reilabird. Do you by any chance remember how long it took you to get your order? Thanks!
Found the info on the table number holders in an old post, sorry!
I love your table, and especially the parasols.
Can you tell me where you got them?
WOW, Mrs. Gummi Bear!
I’m inspired.
Quick question: What size branch did you use?
How tall was the arrangements?
Thank you!
Ms. Pomegranate
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Mrs. Gummi Bear, San Francisco Age and Occupation: 25, Japanese Importer/Illustrator Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Game Developer/Programmer Engagement Date: April 15, 2006 Wedding Date: October 13, 2007 Blogging Since: June 19, 2007 Venue: Organic farm an hour from San Francisco About Me: I live for anthropologie, design blogs, sweets, japanese zakka, and vintage goods. We just bought our first home together and live with our two puppies and cat - it's a strange mixture of vintage, high-tech (we have 7 computers and 21 video game systems in all), and a whole lot of fur. Our wedding tries to embody the Japanese idea of "slow life", which is truly taking the time to enjoy food, company, and your environment!
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