The Creative Process

some of the lace trim options for custom veils from the recent open house

Our studio specializes in custom veil and wedding accessories so we are always in the creative process for new items for the shop. While looking for ideas on pinterest, I came across these headbands...

How cute?

all images via pinterest

I also found these lace garters from stylemepretty.com! Adorable and classy. 

Look for new items in the etsy shop soon!

an updated take on the classic mantilla veil

there seems to be a new trend in the veil world towards a more updated version of the mantilla veil...what do you think of them? it's more of a boho look, but still incredibly elegant.

Fascinator Class at Forme Millinery, Chicago

Hi,

At the end of July, I spent two days in Chicago taking a class from Forme Millinery owner, Jenny Pfanenstiel. I had the best time and she is a fantastic teacher! The hat I made is made by hand, except for machine stitching the wire to the hat, using Sinamay, a wooden hat block, hat wire, handmade and purchased embellishments, thread and a padded headband. Not only did I learn to block and make a hat, I also learned to make and style embellishments for a hat. I'm so excited to get started with another hat in my studio. Jenny was also helpful in providing resources for supplies and has Sinamay, embellishments, and veiling, both modern and vintage available for purchase at her studio. Here is the link for her shop: www.formeonlineshop.com

I'm waiting to see if my ebay bid for a wooden hat block is going to win and then I'll have the supplies I need to make a Fascinator. Then, the fun begins. I'm excited to begin making bridal and vow renewal fascinators for my Fall Collection. Below is a pose of me and my new Hat!

Hi, here I am, Marti, the owner of Marti & Co. at the Studio's Grand Opening, June 23, 2012

Marti & Co. Wedding Veil & Accessories Shop Studio 

Vintage glassware and decor that are for rent from Marti & Co.

Prom Garters, wedding/bridesmaid sashes and wedding veils!

Wedding Accessory suites - ring bearer pillow, flower girl basket and headpiece and wedding candle make up the suite.

Wedding Keepsake garter sets, chandelier earrings, and bridesmaid headwear

Mariell jewelry, vintage necklaces and pins, wedding candles and wedding sand ceremony set
We offer a line of Mariell jewelry for brides, bridesmaids, mother 's of the bride and groom, prom jewelry, and children's jewelry for flower girls, First Communion, and almost any occasion you want to wear something elegant and fun!

My daughter Kelli. She is a volunteer social media expert and consultant for my business.

Hello, from Marti & Kelli at Marti & Co.The Blog is officially up and running. I'm so excited to add this feature to my business. Posts will vary from shop news to wedding ideas, Great Finds, new items in the Etsy shop-Marti & Co., vintage accessories, blogs to follow, and anything that is elegant, whimsical and fun!
My daughter, Kelli, will also be posting periodically. Be back soon to post pictures from the shop, my studio, and my latest adventure to Forme Millinery, Chicago, IL. to take a bridal fascinator class.