Pasquale Esposito (my favorite tenor) and Guglielmo Winery are joining forces to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through a fundraising effort by Keren Pavese, who was nominated on behalf of EMC Corporation to run for the LLS's Man/Woman of the Year Campaign.You'll enjoy an Italian buffet and appetizers, wine and other assorted beverages, a silent auction, and point of sale, all to raise funds for LLS research, patient services, advocacy, public and professional education, and community services as well. The LLS's goal is "Helping patients with blood cancers live…
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Real Weddings: Kathleen + Keith
Elizabeth Anne Designs: The Wedding Blog16 May 2012 | 11:00 amKathleen and Keith were married in the 1920s mansion The Club Continental on the St. Johns River in Orange Park, Florida, so it was only natural that they go with an elegant vintage glam feel for the event. Almost their entire wedding was in black and white, but every now and then there was a vibrant and dramatic pop of red in the florals by Rose of Sharon European Florist. Kathleen and Keith look absolutely stunning in these wonderful photos by Jamie Lee Photography! I love the setting and the entire feel of this event, isn’t it all so glamorous? The following Florida vendors… -
Napa Wedding at The Carneros Inn by Larissa Cleveland Photography + Help Me Get Hitched
Style Me Pretty : The Ultimate Wedding Blog16 May 2012 | 12:00 pmGoodness gracious, this next little numbers is darling with a capital D. It’s as though Help Me Get Hitched brought all this pretty together just to make me giddy with wedding glee. The cute personal details, the bountiful florals from Julie Stevens Design, the pretty paper details from The Aerialist Press and all the smiles in between is enough to make this blogger smitten. Larissa Cleveland Photography snapped up every little moment for us all to gush over, and we can do so in the full gallery of images! Click here for the FULL wedding! From Help Me Get Hitched… Christine and… -
Nostalgia Film creates wedding day family heirlooms
DIY Bride16 May 2012 | 8:02 amWhen it comes to documenting your wedding day in a way that will last forever, there is no replacement for a talented videographer. After you meet Michael and Shanna with Nostalgia Film, you will know exactly how awesome videography truly is. You’ll be adding a videographer to your list of vendors in no time. MEET MICHAEL & SHANNA: What made you want to be involved with the DIY wedding industry? Michael and I were planning our own wedding in 2010 when we started brainstorming one night about the idea for Nostalgia Film. He had been in the video/film industry his entire career… -
Sonoma Wine Country Wedding
WeddingWire: The Blog16 May 2012 | 12:36 pmErin & Ben July 24 Sonoma, California Vendors: Venue: Cline Cellars | Photographer: Shirley Henderson of The Pros
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Pasquale Esposito, Guglielmo Winery and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
16 May 2012 | 10:15 amPasquale Esposito (my favorite tenor) and Guglielmo Winery are joining forces to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through a fundraising effort by Keren Pavese, who was nominated on behalf of EMC Corporation to run for the LLS's Man/Woman of the Year Campaign.You'll enjoy an Italian buffet and appetizers, wine and other assorted beverages, a silent auction, and point of sale, all to raise funds for LLS research, patient services, advocacy, public and professional education, and community services as well. The LLS's goal is "Helping patients with blood cancers live… -
RIP Matthew :(
16 May 2012 | 12:00 amThree days ago I learned on Facebook that Matthew of Team Matthew.org had passed away. Yesterday a new blog post was published to let everyone know what happened: Our Hero Rests in PeaceBack in 2009 when my cousin Tami was diagnosed with a blood cancer called MDS I turned to the internet to try to help her. I don't recall who found whom but somehow Matthew Nguyen, who had Leukemia and lived in Los Angeles, and I connected online. We stayed in touch especially early on when he was still searching for a matching marrow/stem cell donor.As I recall a match was found for him a few months… -
"The Melt" Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
15 May 2012 | 12:00 amRecently I went to Stanford Shopping Center to look at the space for the origami demo I gave at Bloomingdale's. After, I decided to stroll around the mall because I hadn't been there for a very long time. I turned a corner and quite literally stumbled upon "The Melt" a grilled cheese specialty restaurant I'd been wanting to try since I first read about it early last year before they'd even opened.I thought to myself, "Self, both of my friends Carl and Gordon want to try this restaurant too. Should I wait to try it with one or both of them?" As I debated the boundaries of culinary… -
Wineries, tasting rooms and the beauty of nature in Dry Creek Valley
14 May 2012 | 8:26 amThe end of our stay in Sonoma's Wine Country with the Wine Road was another glorious California day with blue skies and warm weather.Haydon Street Inn and Platypus Wine ToursI got up early to take pictures of the yard and amenities at the Haydon Street Inn. John served me another beautiful breakfast and I had the opportunity to chat with a few more winery peeps who joined us for breakfast. After breakfast our driver D.J. Hamilton from Platypus tours arrived to pick me up for our final day of wine tours. You can see in the lower photo how the seating on the tour bus was U-shaped and… -
The Wine Road Russian River Valley Wine Tour
13 May 2012 | 9:33 amFollowing our day in the Alexander Valley I slept more soundly than I have in ages. On Day 2 of my Wine Road adventure I woke up just in time to hop in the shower and enjoy a beautiful three course breakfast at the Haydon Street Inn before the tour bus arrived to pick me up for our second day of wine tasting. I'd looked at the extended weather report so I knew it would be sunny and warm in the 80's all three days we would be in Sonoma.Haydon Street Inn & Platypus Wine ToursOn Day 2 a new company chauffeured us around. Platypus Tours provided us with a fun and…
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Real Weddings: Kathleen + Keith
16 May 2012 | 11:00 amKathleen and Keith were married in the 1920s mansion The Club Continental on the St. Johns River in Orange Park, Florida, so it was only natural that they go with an elegant vintage glam feel for the event. Almost their entire wedding was in black and white, but every now and then there was a vibrant and dramatic pop of red in the florals by Rose of Sharon European Florist. Kathleen and Keith look absolutely stunning in these wonderful photos by Jamie Lee Photography! I love the setting and the entire feel of this event, isn’t it all so glamorous? The following Florida vendors… -
Periwinkle & Teal
16 May 2012 | 5:00 amI want to jump right in and live in this inspiration board, okay? Periwinkle and teal is light, airy and fun – everything your summer wedding should be! Top row: beautiful wedding hair, image by Troy Grover via Style Me Pretty; periwinkle heels via We Heart It; boutonnieres, image by Jose Villa Middle row: draped tank from J Crew Bottom row: teal chair via dustjacket attic; interior via Lonny; vellum garlands from Martha Stewart via Revel © Elizabeth Anne Designs: The Wedding Blog, 2012 · Permalink · 2 comments · StumbleUpon It! Posted in: inspiration boards Follow Ami on Twitter… -
Real Weddings: Christina + Brent
15 May 2012 | 11:00 amChristina and Brent’s wedding is the perfect example of how a little rain could never truly spoil the beauty and love of a wedding. They started their celebration outside at Rust Manor in Leesburg, Virginia, and just as their officiant said “you may kiss the bride” tiny sprinkles started falling from the sky! Luckily, their reception was held inside and guests celebrated as the rain poured down outside. There was no shortage of sunshine inside though thanks to the gorgeous, sunny florals by Holly Chapple Flowers! Smiles and spirits were certainly not dampened at this… -
Introducing Honeymoon Pixie
15 May 2012 | 5:00 amAre you a bride-to-be with two of every kitchen gadget a girl could ask for? Enter our new sponsor Honeymoon Pixie—the perfect online wedding registry for couples who have it all, and who would rather have their dream honeymoon! Couples who prefer travel and adventure over traditional gifts can create an online honeymoon registry in minutes, and use Honeymoon Pixie’s online tools to send email and Facebook announcements to their guests. Honeymoon Pixie shared research with us that showed guests love giving to honeymoon registries because they know their money will be used for a… -
Real Weddings: Annlizbeth + Nathan
14 May 2012 | 11:00 amCharleston, South Carolina is one of the most beautiful and charming places on this planet and we get so very excited when we get to share a wedding from there with you! Annlizbeth and Nathan’s wedding absolutely did not disappoint. Held at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, the couple and their guests were surrounded by natural Southern charm and stately trees dripping with Spanish moss. A beautiful and cool palette of pink, ivory, and grey complemented the beautiful green of the gardens, and the floral arrangements did not overshadow the beauty of the venue. A huge thank you to the…
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Napa Wedding at The Carneros Inn by Larissa Cleveland Photography + Help Me Get Hitched
16 May 2012 | 12:00 pmGoodness gracious, this next little numbers is darling with a capital D. It’s as though Help Me Get Hitched brought all this pretty together just to make me giddy with wedding glee. The cute personal details, the bountiful florals from Julie Stevens Design, the pretty paper details from The Aerialist Press and all the smiles in between is enough to make this blogger smitten. Larissa Cleveland Photography snapped up every little moment for us all to gush over, and we can do so in the full gallery of images! Click here for the FULL wedding! From Help Me Get Hitched… Christine and… -
South African DIY Wedding by Blue Bottle Photography
16 May 2012 | 10:30 amThis bride is what it’s all about. She’s happy, she’s spunky, her soulful style literally jumps right off the screen. And she’s adorable. The kind of bride that I not only want to gush over, but that I wish lived closer to so we could be very best friends. She even sewed her own freaking gown. I know. I love her too. Anyway, this wedding is just about as good as it gets and with photography by Blue Bottle, well…it’s hopeless. Love that is. Oh and there is SO much more goodness in the gallery. From the Bride… I totally started planning my wedding… -
South Carolina Inn Wedding from Docuvitae Photography
16 May 2012 | 10:15 amWhen the lovely bride to be’s mother found a wedding shot by Docuvitae Photography, they had already hired a different photographer. But the bride took one look at the art Docuvitae produces on a daily basis and called the team, asking them to come all the way across the country to capture her big day. Now, we may be biased, but I’m of the mind that she made the absolute right decision. The elated emotions, the sweet ambiance, the gorgeous South Carolina Inn, and so much more, were all captured in a way no one – no one – but Docuvitae could have done. Click here for a… -
Paper Heart DIY Tutorial
16 May 2012 | 10:00 amHow fabulous was that Holi Festival wedding inspiration? Every detail would be gorgeous at any wedding celebration so make sure you check out the full gallery to see them all. One of my favorite details was the painted paper heart behind the dessert table. You won’t want to miss this DIY project to create an adorable heart of your very own! DIY Paper Heart Materials: A good amount of toilet paper tubes and/or packaging tubes in varying sizes Paints Paintbrushes Tissue paper Scissors A pen Clear tacky glue Mod Podge glue Prep: If you choose to use packing tubes, make sure to cut… -
Portland Fairytale Wedding Inspiration by Bridal Bliss
16 May 2012 | 9:00 amLet’s throw a little inspiration into today’s lineup of lovely, shall we? Because this pretty little Portland shoot is just filled with too much fabulous not to share. A lovely modern fairytale with details galore, Bridal Bliss covered every corner with steal-worthy ideas – and that, we love. Every image of this pretty party is completely pin-worthy thanks to Emily G Photography, making for a gallery of images that is just be-yond. Click here for the FULL photo shoot! From Bridal Bliss… This photo shoot took place at the natural light filled Imago Ballroom, a new…
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Nostalgia Film creates wedding day family heirlooms
16 May 2012 | 8:02 amWhen it comes to documenting your wedding day in a way that will last forever, there is no replacement for a talented videographer. After you meet Michael and Shanna with Nostalgia Film, you will know exactly how awesome videography truly is. You’ll be adding a videographer to your list of vendors in no time. MEET MICHAEL & SHANNA: What made you want to be involved with the DIY wedding industry? Michael and I were planning our own wedding in 2010 when we started brainstorming one night about the idea for Nostalgia Film. He had been in the video/film industry his entire career… -
Introducing Amy Champagne, Bridal Assistant
15 May 2012 | 8:51 pmAmy Champagne is one of our newest vendors to join DIY Bride. We knew Amy belonged here when we heard about her passion for DIY weddings that rock, so please give her a big, warm welcome! For this feature, we asked Amy to share some information about herself and her business so we can all get to know her better. ABOUT AMY CHAMPAGNE: What made you want to be involved with the DIY wedding industry? I come from a family of DIY-ers, my grandmother made literally everything for the family when her kids were growing up because she couldn’t afford anything else. She actually made my aunt’s… -
Elegant DIY Wedding Centerpiece: How-To from Blooms by the Box
14 May 2012 | 7:13 pmThis guest blog is courtesy of our featured vendor, Blooms by the Box – a fabulous resource for DIY flower projects. Diana from Blooms by the Box has been kind enough to provide this lovely DIY tutorial for an elegant wedding centerpiece with a how-to video, too! Here is the exclusive how-to video, just for DIY Bride readers: Elegant DIY Wedding Centerpiece Many brides think that they need to be some kind of professional to pull of this elegant wedding look. The truth is, you can do this yourself, even if you are not “artsy” or the “DIY it all” type. The fact is buying… -
Fall in love with Felt & Wire Shop
14 May 2012 | 6:53 pmNo matter what type of DIY stationery you are shopping for, the Felt & Wire Shop has the marketplace cornered. Felt & Wire Shop is a “curated marketplace of designer papergoods.” One click over to their feltandwireshop.com, and you’ll be in love! Today’s featured vendor is a must-have resource for all DIY brides, but especially for those who love paper crafts. The designer marketplace at Felt & Wire features artfully crafted items from paper– letterpress wedding stationery, engraved personal stationery, handmade journals, one-of-a-kind gift wrap – just to name… -
We’re Back … For A Bit
14 May 2012 | 3:38 pmHey, Everyone! Just over a week ago DIY Bride we discovered that our site had been compromised by a hacker and unsavory data had been attached to our files over the last few weeks. The damage was fairly extensive and we’ve had to piece together the site from backups. During our down time, we began porting the site from a system I hated back to WordPress. Instead of extending the downtime while we completed the transition, I’ve put up a temporary-but-functional site so that you may access all the info and downloads we have to offer while the team finishes up the new site offline.
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Sonoma Wine Country Wedding
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Vote for Your Favorite Wedding Dress Trend: Semifinals (Part 2)
16 May 2012 | 6:00 amYesterday, we asked you to vote in the first round of our Wedding Dress Trend Semifinals. Now it’s time for Part 2, featuring the winners of the lace, short wedding dress, and mermaid polls going head-to-head. Dresses by (from left): Ines Di Santo, Encore by Watters, Anna Maier/Ulla-Maija Couture Photos by Dan Lecca So tell us: Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll. -
Vote for Your Favorite Wedding Dress Trend: Semifinals (Part 1)
15 May 2012 | 11:00 amOver the past few weeks, we’ve asked you to vote for your favorite new trends from the most recent Bridal Market. And hundreds of you made your opinions known – so thank you! Now, we want to take things a step further, and ask you to choose the ultimate wedding dress trend of 2012! We’ve compiled the winners of each poll, and want you to vote for your favorite trend of them all, the style you would actually wear to your own wedding. Here’s the first crop of semifinalists: Dresses by (from left): Maggie Sottero, Lela Rose, Theia Photos by Dan Lecca So tell us: Note:… -
Organic Urban Vintage Style Shoot
15 May 2012 | 6:30 amAbout this Shoot: We created an organic vintage look framed by an outdoor urban setting. An industrial element was brought to our outdoor raw, vintage look blurring the line between makeshift and glamour. Ripe tangelos and strawberries contrasted by muted pink chairs, rusty scales a weathered farm table set the perfect eye-catching backdrop for the loveliest couple we’ve ever seen! Assorted bottles made for a simply stunning vase for effortless greens and feathers. Cobalt heels, a blue-framed window pane and cerulean-ribboned antique keys resounded from the brick urban walls and highlighted… -
Vote for Your Favorite Wedding Dress Trend: Fitted Silhouettes
14 May 2012 | 11:00 amWe saw all types of gown silhouettes during bridal market, but most prominent, perhaps, were super-fitted trumpet and mermaid wedding dresses. Whether they were covered in sparkle or completely unadorned, they gave off a real Hollywood glamour girl vibe and truly show off a bride’s curves. Dresses by (from left): Mark Zunino for Kleinfeld, David’s Bridal, Anna Maier/Ulla-Maija Couture Photos by Dan Lecca So tell us: Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.
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top 5 tips for an elopement or vow-renewal in paris
2 May 2012 | 1:51 pmPop Diva Mariah Carey and hubby Nick Cannon celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary with a vow renewal on the Eiffel Tower this past weekend, which gives me a perfect opportunity to repost this vintage parisian party piece from 2008 on how to plan an elopement or vow renewal in Paris: I must get at least 3- 5 emails a week from couples who want to elope in Paris. There are tons of reasons why people choose to elope: to save money, to save time, to save their sanity! Couples that contact me about eloping in Paris also typically display a very strong romantic streak. Since I find myself… -
winner of the 5th anniversary giveaway
30 Apr 2012 | 3:10 pmA few weeks ago, I celebrated the 5th Anniversary of writing the “parisian party: tales of an american wedding planner in paris” blog. As part of the celebration, I invited readers to write in and share their favorite arrondissement in Paris with everyone. By posting a comment, they were also entered into a drawing to win a custom tote-bag by fellow American Entrepreneur in Paris, Kasia Dietz Handbags. Unfortunately, a few days after the contest began, my blog was hit by a virus. Although it was a big pain (which I guess is the point, right? grrr…), it DID allow… -
parisian party 5th anniversary giveaway wth kasia dietz handbags
15 Apr 2012 | 3:20 pmI never wanted to be one of those middle-aged couples who’ve been together so long they barely remember the date of their wedding, let alone bother to plan something for their wedding anniversary. Yet here it is, the 5th Anniversary of my beloved little parisian party blog, and I’ve been so wrapped up in the impending Paris Wedding Season 2012 that I almost let it slip by. For those who don’t write a blog, one blog year actually equals something like SEVEN dog years. And when you blog a niche as specific as Contemporary France With An Emphasis On Parisian Wedding… -
vrai mariage du mercredi: an intimate paris wedding celebration
11 Apr 2012 | 7:16 amBlair and Judson contacted me last fall to help them plan their wedding ceremony here in Paris. They were coming over with an intimate group of their nearest and dearest, and wanted to celebrate everything that they loved about this City. Destination Wedding photographer Heidi Geldhauser from Our Labor of Love joined them on their Parisian adventure and shared these amazing images of their day: Blair, a consummate (and crafty!) francophile, added special touches to further personalize their day. She always loved the Romani idea of sewing special things into a wedding dress for good… -
april fools day in france: poisson d’ avril
31 Mar 2012 | 11:32 pmOn April 1st, all over France, people can be found walking around with paper fish taped to their backs, the unwitting victims of apparently hilarious French humor. In France, April Fools Day equals Poisson d’Avril! After 10 years in France, I still don’t get the joke (why always a fish??). I’ve decided to file it away under “Things I May Just Never Understand” and leave it at that . Ah, well- Happy April 1st, comme même!
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Real Wedding: Veronica & Tyler
16 May 2012 | 6:30 amMaybe I’m just a sucker for a man in a tuxedo, but there’s something so lovely about a black tie wedding, especially in a charming setting like Coral Gables. Says Veronica, the bride, “I wanted a venue that was romantic, timeless, and elegant. I love historic buildings, and the history that surrounds Coral Gables, so when I saw Comber Hall I knew it would be perfect for an intimate wedding.” Elegant invitations set the tone for the event. Says the bride, “One of my favorite moments of the day was walking into the church. My father and I were waiting behind the… -
Real Wedding: Blaire & Dave
15 May 2012 | 6:30 amRemember Blaire and Dave’s fabulously retro engagement shoot? Well today we have their sweet retro-inspired wedding! Even the guests got in on the fun, dressing in vintage styles that fit with the rest of the event. Chudleigh Weddings‘ gorgeous images captured both the aesthetic and the emotion of the day (you may remember this first shot from a Sunday Edition awhile back)… All of the bridesmaid dresses were vintage finds that the bride collected from Decades in Salt Lake City and various Etsy sellers, that she then dyed in blush tones. Blaire rented vintage cream and taupe… -
Affordably Stylish Shoes from ShoeMint
14 May 2012 | 8:30 amSponsored Post There are so many events surrounding a wedding, and there’s no reason your feet can’t be just as stylish as the rest of you, especially with stunners like these from the ShoeMint collection, a collaboration of Rachel Bilson, Nicole Chavez, and Steve Madden. Each impeccably crafted pair is made with premium materials (think real leather and suede). And with a totally affordable price tag (just $79.98 a pair), your wallet won’t suffer, even if you decide on a pair for your bachelorette party, and your bridal shower, and your rehearsal dinner…… -
Kathryn Loves… Milkmaid Press
14 May 2012 | 6:30 amMilkmaid Press is the charming stationery company of my friend Kristen Nichols, and when she offered to design an invitation suite based on one of my inspiration boards, I couldn’t possibly say no! Imagine my surprise when she turned out a delightful design that works with a huge range of wedding styles, simply by customizing the color and backer pattern… Board #467: Bold As Love with yellow floral. Board #524: Southern Comfort with blue damask. Board #556: Pretty in Peach with pink confetti. Board #545: Romantic Early Spring with moss floral. Board #490: Poppy & Mint with… -
Sunday Edition #182
13 May 2012 | 6:30 amby Rebecca Marshall via WPJA
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Beachfront Wedding at Cinnamon Shore in Port Aransas, Texas - Cashen and Justin
16 May 2012 | 6:00 amThe terms creative and personal don't even begin to describe the qualities of the Texas beach wedding of couple Cashen and Justin! They focused on including meaningful gestures in everything from their location to their ceremony rituals to their driftwood and wooden flower decor, and the amazing results are plain to see in these images by Joseph West Photography. Enjoy! The Couple: Cashen and Justin The Wedding: 10.8.11 - Cinnamon Shore Port Aransas, Texas What were the top three priorities for you in planning your wedding? We wanted to get married on a beach in Texas, with memorable… -
Lavender and Gray Garden Wedding in Sydney, Australia - Erin and Matt
15 May 2012 | 6:00 amThere is no question this dreamy wedding in Sydney, Australia will make your heart skip a beat! With a garden ceremony venue, beautiful lilac and gray colors and amazing wedding party on the sea, this romantic day was a memorable adventure for Erin and Matt. To top it off, it was beautifully captured by Chris Prestidge of At Dusk Photography, recent recipient of the prestigious award "Emerging Wedding Photographer of the Year" by Capture Magazine. The Couple: Erin and Matt The Wedding: 2.10.12 - The Deckhouse Sydney, Australia What three adjectives best describe… -
Urban Vintage Wedding in Chicago, Ravenswood Event Center - Sara and Mabby
14 May 2012 | 6:00 amUrban meets DIY vintage...this Chicago wedding at the Ravenswood Event Center captured the essence of Mabby and Sara's relationship perfectly! From the handmade decorations to the logo traced off a tattoo of Sara's that had originally been drawn by her brother, Matt; the couple's elegant yet edgy wedding was filled with personalized details that were captured beautifully by Katie Roberston and Eva Lempert. The Couple: Sara and Mabby The Wedding: 1.8.11 - Ravenswood Event Center - Chicago, Illinois What three adjectives best describe your wedding day? Intimate,… -
Costa Rican Rainforest Destination Wedding From Beautiful Day Photography - Amy and Scott
11 May 2012 | 5:00 amWe are so excited to share Amy and Scott's incredible Costa Rican adventure with you today! This spirited couple took their closest family and friends on a week-long jungle safari that was filled with tropical rainstorms, brilliant flora and fauna, waterfalls and natural water slides, rafting and horseback riding activities, and of course, a completely romantic wedding. Enjoy this glimpse into their destination wedding celebration, from Beautiful Day Photography! The Goals: Amy said, "Scott and I are both very close to our families, and felt that it was important that they… -
Stylish Spring NYC Engagement Shoot - Alison Conklin Photography
10 May 2012 | 12:30 pmWith a combination of great style, super-sweet chemistry, and the fabulous photographers Alison and Geoff of Alison Conklin Photography, Mallorie and Dan's New York City engagement photos are amazing! Incredibly stylish, romantic and authentic all at once. Enjoy! From Photographer Alison Conklin: On the surface they might seem like an unlikely pair, Daniel from Pennsylvania and raised Catholic and Mallorie from New York, raised Jewish. They met at the University of Delaware both sharing the same major and having mutual friends. The first time Daniel talked to Mallorie online he signed off…
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Showered with Dish Towels
16 May 2012 | 12:21 pmA few weeks ago my aunt and grandma threw me a beautiful shower (and I mean that figuratively and literally). I was unable to blog about it then because, as I mentioned before, I was too emo. That, and I didn’t have pics until now! I also had another shower hosted by Mr. Unicycle’s family, but that may never get the blog justice it deserves since the pictures have gone AWOL. It’s a wedding mystery! So for right now at least, let’s talk about my second shower first. Here I am with the hosts, my grandma on the left and my aunt on the right. And there’s my poufy shower dress in the… -
Sweet Cakes
16 May 2012 | 11:50 amI’ve never been a fan of cake. I’ll eat it when offered (I do have a huge sweet tooth, after all), but it’s not my favorite sugary treat. I much prefer freshly baked cookies, ice cream drenched in hot fudge…oh, and cupcakes! There’s something so cute and perfect about cupcakes that makes me beyond giddy. Doesn’t this make you want a cupcake? / Image via Food Network Mr. Beanstalk and I decided to forgo having a traditional wedding cake and have decided to serve our guests cupcakes! We both adore the little treats (Cupcake Wars is one of our favorite shows). Cupcakes are also… -
Toronto Weddingbee Meet-Up!
16 May 2012 | 11:22 amOn Friday I met up with some of our wonderful Toronto bees for a tasty dinner at Boston Pizza and a bit of a gab fest about weddings, babies, and everything in between! We had such a great evening, I can hardly wait to see everyone again! We’re so lucky to have such fabulous members!! Photo (left to right) - Back: Ms Martian, Purple Unicorn, GreenDream, Bakerella, sweetchiquita12, Couawilou; Front: Waterloobee, mrsbruff2be Have you been to a bee meet-up in your area? If not, what are you waiting for? Head over to the local boards and start planning one today! -
The Eagle’s Bridal Shower Invitations
16 May 2012 | 10:52 amToday I came home to a very exciting delivery from the mailman: Our bridal-shower invitation! It was very cute. We each got a separate invitation addressed to us individually. I’m a little bit crazy on saving wedding stuff for a scrapbook project I have planned, so having two copies between us is great! The invitation came in a very classy, light pastel green Crane & Co. envelope: I was blown away by the invitation. The shower is being hosted for us by our lovely bridal party at The Dove’s Nest, a very adorable tea house here in Calgary; and the bird invitation works with the… -
Gifting the Men
16 May 2012 | 10:23 amI’ve already shared all the fun gifts that I’m giving my lovely ladies, but I don’t think I’ve even touched on the groomsmen gifts! (I should be a good fiancee and say that it was because I simply forgot or was too focused on my ladies, but let’s be honest. Mr. Hawk just finally decided on part of the gifts last week. Cat’s out of the bag. Sorry, Mr. H.) The no-brainer portion of the gift was the groomsmen accessories. Since we’re already asking the men to purchase suits, we wanted to gift them the rest of their attire. They will be sporting adorable bow ties that I featured…
