I've been going a little map mad lately. It's been a long term project working with maps in my work, I love to scan them for a bit of added texture in a digital work. But recently I've been looking at mixed media ideas. Here are a few favourites:Frances BerriniAfter spending the whole day working on mini maps and playing with the idea...

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There are plenty of free templates available for DIY pinwheels, but once you've done a couple you wont really need them. So we've come up with something extra special - an editable pinwheel template. Just type in your names and the date, print onto your paper, and there you have it, personalised pinwheels! Just visit creative monsoon and the FREEBIES section. Download the file and...

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One of the prettiest details from Cami and George's wedding, which we featured earlier this month, was the vintage map pinwheels. Pinwheels are very simple to make, all you need is a square piece of paper, some dowel rods and a pin. Step 1. Cut your paper into a square. We like to use a scrap booking sheet as its already the right...

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Wow! How's this for a cake with global appeal? Willa and Andrew's wedding cake was the perfect centrepiece to a travel themed wedding. I wonder if the centre is filled with warm berry jam - that would be pretty cool. Photo by Dru Nadler Photography. ...

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Paris is the city of love, so it makes sense to incorporate some parisian chic into your romantic travel themed party. Think chandeliers, the Eiffel Tower and of course what party would be complete these days without french macaroons! From the top, pink Parisian styling by Georgica Pond. Macaroon wedding cake from Martha Stewart, Eiffel Tower cake topper via Better Homes and Gardens....

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We just love these two great ideas for an escort card display with globes. The first uses a collection of vintage finds with the escort cards stuck on, simple but effective. Photo by Kate Harrison. In the second, old maps have been wrapped into globes and the escort cards pinned on like flags. Photo by Jeremy Chou Photography via The Loveliest Day. ...

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If you loved the look of Cami and George's romantic travel inspired wedding, here's how to get it. Retro grey striped paper straws. Eco-friendly and biodegradable. Box of 144, $8.95 from biome.   Vintage travel posters as retro postcard prints from .98c from zazzle. Antique chic travel menu and passport ceremony program cover, from $16.50 from 'i do' it yourself Mini vintage atlas...

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We have a special Valentine's Day treat today with the most beautiful, romantic real wedding to share. Cami and George's stunning day was full of the most amazing details and some great DIY ideas. Vintage travel inspired, with a colour palette of soft pinks, creams and grey. Take a deep breath, because there will be lots of ooing and ahhing at these gorgeous photos...

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Add some worldwide romance to your destination or travel themed wedding with this gorgeous stationery range. Romantic rendezvous features famous landmarks from around the globe, with a scattering of little love hearts. The designs just ooze romance in berry jam and candy pink, but if you fancy something different, just choose from the huge range of colours. Also now available is the beautiful...

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Pic from Family Fun If you're looking for a last minute Valentine's idea then pop on a pinny - apron - and bake something! We all know the way to a mans heart is via his stomach so how about whipping up a batch of heart shaped cupcakes. You can use any cupcake recipe you like, but if you don't have a heart shaped...

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...who keeps commenting on the blog.1. The comments are moderated so you'll never get posted2. No one wants your crap trainers ...

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Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and we've found the best romantic beauty products out there to treat your loved one. Bookmark this post boys. Molton Brown Valentines pack of two. With a unique mix and match gift box of two Molton Brown products, treat your man with products from the re-charge black pepper range or give a gift to your girl...

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This beautiful bridal shower invitation is the easy way to add the professional touch to your party. With a cute eiffel tower illustration, it's time for a tres chic shower! Shown here in candy and shocking pink, or pick your own colour combination from the selection on offer. Also available is the matching bridal shower party kit with party circles, bridal shower games...

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Here's a great DIY Valentine's Day project we found - beautiful to have on display at your wedding too if you wanted a bit of a Mouline Rouge vibe. This illuminated LOVE canvas is very simple to make and looks absolutly fantastic. Head over to Indie Spotting for their great tutorial. All you will need is a canvas, some paint, an awl or similar -...

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Get ready for a romantic rendezvous this month as we continue our journey, taking a tour of travel inspired weddings. All pink and pretty, it's destination romance just in time for Valentine's Day. Be sure to watch out for our gorgeous real wedding with details to die for. We'll show you how to make a pretty pinwheel centerpiece from vintage maps and take...

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