The Look, the Feel of Cotton

   In the South, we have our own version of snow, otherwise known as the cotton boll. If you've ever driven by a field of cotton ripe for the picking, you know what I mean. Our Southern snow in its natural state has a beauty all of its own. With brides embracing the use of natural materials for wedding decor, it seems obvious that cotton would figure prominently as a viable, economical and organic choice.

From Tall Cotton n Peas on Etsy

 The nice thing is that many of these items can then become keepsakes or be repurposed for later use. It seems like a smart choice to me. 
The bouquet below boasts cotton bolls interspersed with muslim flowers, vintage chenille and white tallow berries. You can have this treasure for only $95 from Sparkle and Posy on Etsy.

How about this lovely all fabric bouquet...

from Autumn Art on Etsy

From Floral Cotton

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Love, love, love these boutonnieres!

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From Petal's Edge Floral Design

How about this wreath made solely from the cotton bur

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Or this one that combines the cotton boll with wheat and dried seed pods

From Tall Cotton n Peas on Etsy on Etsy

From Floral Cotton 

 Don't be afraid to go au naturel where cotton is concerned!

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Table decor, also from Tall Cotton n Peas