Dripping in Pearls

Dripping in Pearls

April 29th, 2010 @ 9:12 am by Mrs. Seashell
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Not too long ago I got an email from one of my Wedding Elves (i.e. Mama Seashell or FMIL) that said, “I’m Dripping in Pearls! 8 containers x 66ft!” with this photo attached:

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Explanation? Sure. One of the classic decorations on our family Christmas tree were always multiple strands of dangling pearls. Look closely - you can kind of see them in the background…

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Inspired by this idea, I mentioned to Mama Seashell and FMIL that I wanted to duplicate this look on our wedding centerpieces. My thought was to track down a giant strand of pearls and cut them in varying lengths, add hooks, and give them to the florist to decorate as she saw fit. See the photo below for inspiration, and picture it with pearls and flowers!

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Do you think this will work? Do you have any abstract-ish ideas that you’re hoping to make into reality?

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23 Responses to “Dripping in Pearls”

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Ms. Library (message) 1,250 posts, Bumble bee

I think that will look great! I love pearls!

4/29/10 @ 9:20 am (reply)

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Jessie516 (message) 5,480 posts, Bee Keeper

I think this will look really pretty and elegant. I also love that you were able to incorporate a family tradition into your wedding decor. Very cool.

4/29/10 @ 9:20 am (reply)

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Roux (message) 1,352 posts, Bumble bee

I think these look lovely! Also, love the matching pjs you and your sister have. My sis and I do that sometimes too.

4/29/10 @ 9:43 am (reply)

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Mrs. Pug (message) 3,753 posts, Honey bee

i think that’s a fabulous idea. and i’m with roux on the cuteness of the matching pj’s!

4/29/10 @ 10:00 am (reply)

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Maggie Mae (message) 649 posts, Busy bee

It’s a cute idea. You and your sister are adorable. And you could be twins with Jenna Bush. I racked my brain…..trying to figure out who you look like ~ lol.

4/29/10 @ 10:05 am (reply)

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ekittle (message) 61 posts, Worker bee

Awesome idea, I love pearls!!! Totally classy and chic!

4/29/10 @ 10:22 am (reply)

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Miss Trail Mix (message) 6,328 posts, Bee Keeper

I love the pearls hanging as an alternative to crystals that a lot of people use!

4/29/10 @ 10:36 am (reply)

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ktisthatbees (message) 2,742 posts, Sugar bee

I think the pearls definitely go with the look and feel that you had previously described you wanted for your wedding. One piece of advice, don’t make the strands too long, or the guests will have to pull them aside just to see the people across the table

4/29/10 @ 10:42 am (reply)