everyday whimsical halo

Made this

Still working on it, but almost done... Hand dyed and painted silk flowers with vintage accents I'd been hoarding for a while. :)
ann taylor window display

NYC recap and Ann Taylor windows

Matt and I went on a last, last minute trip to NYC earlier in the week/weekend and had a great time. We've both never been so everything was new. :) It was mostly meetings and business, but we did ...
charm necklace

Feather charm necklaces up in the new Twigs Etc. Etsy shop

I just got back from the business trip in California and am getting back into the swing of things... albeit, a bit slowly today. We left the house as a complete disaster before we left so I've been...
earrings

What's New?

I've been experimenting a bit for the last few months on different textures, materials, dyeing techniques and other R&D for Twigs & Honey and I'm excited to unveil some of my projects at Li...
magazine cover

Twigs & Honey on the Oregon Bride Magazine cover!

Thank you, Oregon Bride Magazine and Liz Hummer!!:
bridal

Pretty, pretty shoot!

I just received this pretty photo yesterday from local Portland stylist, Rebecca Westby. Photography by Cully Wright. Sooo cute! The lovely model on the left is wearing Twigs & Honey headband s...
becky filip

The Honey Trees

Photo credits: Simon FilipI really love the amazing tunes coming from the indie group, The Honey Trees... and their name is just the best! ;) Becky, the lead vocalist, has such a unique and lovely ...
ashley marie anthony

NEW COLLECTION !

After a marathon month of all work and no play, the NEW Twigs & Honey Collection has finally arrived! Also, the NEW online store has launched!! Click HERE.Thank you to Lisa Warninger for her am...
bridal hair

More! :: From Tag7 photography

I can't get enough of these amazing photos from Tag7! Photo credits: Tag7For Elizabeth Messina's A Lovely WorkshopHeadpieces: Twigs & HoneyDresses: Kirstie Kelly Bridal, Sarah Seven for Lovely ...
bridal head piece

Kate MacPherson Photography

I am in love with Kate MacPherson's work. Can't get enough. She came to Elizabeth Messina's Workshop in France all the way from New Zealand! So glad she did because her work is stunning and she is ...
bridal hair piece

More pieces for the English Dept.

Aw! Many more lovely pieces for the English Dept. shop in Portland, OR. It took a little longer than I estimated, but I have some lovely new designs! There are more that I haven't photographed here...
flamenco inspired hair piece

Party for your head :: If I were a flamenco dancer...

I would probably wear this on my head: Extra special headband for someone extra special. Lots and LOTS of more dramatic pieces in the works. You're going to love this.
elizabeth dye

Congrats to Lovely :: Store Opening today!

I might be on the other side of the continent, but I'm thinking of how wonderful it must be for Lanie at Lovely today! Her gorgeous shop is having its store opening today. Be sure to let her know w...
handmade silk flower headband

Sad weather calls for some sun

The weather is dumpy in Oregon today. I won't lie. I hate it right now and it's been like this for about 2 weeks. Matt and I planted grass a couple weekends ago when the weather was nice, and it st...
bridal hair new york

Lovely Bridal Shop

I cannot wait for Lanie's Lovely bridal shop to open, April 8th! It is the perfect place for lovely and unique brides to find that perfect dress, accessory, or dresses for their bridesmaids. PLUS! ...
angel at love and splendor

Oooh, so pretty

I just saw this lovely photo over at the image is found blog. The shoot was done at Joshua Tree National Park and was styled by the amazing Angel at Love and Splendor. It highlights the 5 different...
english rose handmade

NEW! English Rose Collection :: In my Etsy shop

I just finished listing a lovely new Twigs & Honey Collection: The English Rose Collection. I love the softness and vintage look of English Roses. Just like real roses, these ones are all one o...
hand painted silk flower

Sneak Peak! :: English Rose Collection

Coming this week! Hand dyed, hand painted, hand sewn, just for you. Death by prettiness. Each one is unique and ready to go, so get ready!
madeline roosevelt make up

Ooh, wow!

I recently worked with Madeline Roosevelt, who's stunning make-up artistry I'm sure you've seen from the Novel Romance, Elizabeth Dye's lookbook, and many other notable events and photo shoots. She...
bridal hair

Your Wedding Day Magazine

Your Wedding Day magazine is a gorgeous publication and a lovely source of inspiration for brides and anyone really. Recently, they held an event in Hollywood and a Twigs & Honey piece made an ...
beaded veil

A couple new sparkling veil alternatives in the Etsy shop

I just listed a couple fresh, new veil alternatives in my Etsy shop. Here they are!:CandlelightShimmering bridal cap
holly stalder shrug

Real Bride :: Alice

Stunning.I love these photos that Alice recently sent me from her wedding this past summer. Isn't she a doll? She is wearing the Willamina style flower and a Holly Stalder shrug. Such a pretty brid...
bridal hair

New velvet crush

I'm just a little hooked on and excited about velvet right now. Why? I don't know, but if pressed on the question, I guess it's because it has a vintage feel about it. I like the the weight and thi...
bridal flower

What a week!

It has been an insanely busy week, so I do apologize for the light blog posts! I didn't get dressed up once this week... I have been in sweats every single day, so no outfit posts. So sorry! I am a...
convertible tulle blusher veil

New lovely lace veil in the Etsy shop

I found some lovely lace that made the perfect veil and it's available in my etsy shop: Soft light
bridal fascinator

New piece in the Etsy shop

Just a sweet and whimsical new bridal hair piece in the Etsy shop:Bridal Star
a novel romance 2010

More prettiness from A Novel Romance

As promised, more gorgeous Lisa Warninger photos from A Novel Romance. I LOVE this dress. It was in that Portland shopping commercial in a previous post.I love the color of this dress. Swoon!I had ...
elizabeth messina photography

2010 Collection trickling into the online shop!

I've finally had a bit of time to update my online store. I'm redesigning parts of it so from time to time, things might look a little off, but it's all for the sake of making it prettier, I promis...
a novel romance 2010

A Novel Romance 2010

More to come... but I have to go to bed... I'm pooped. :) Head pieces, belt: Twigs & HoneyModels: Sarah Clements, Kathleen, Linda, and more names to comeDresses: The English Dept.Location: Ace ...
official twigs + honey

In love with pink.

So the skin on my fingers is nearly rubbed raw after spending too many hours into the late night hand sewing these pieces. I still have many more to create but if you are lucky enough to be one of ...