Once again...ETSY! Love this site. They have some talented people on this site who make amazing things that you don't find just anywhere. Such as these guest books!
Living in Seattle, there is always a chance of rain on your big day. Lately I have seen a lot of pictures with umbrellas and I have to say I am a fan! They add an element and color to pictures, as well as being practical with sudden weather changes.
Bella Umbrella has many kinds you can rent for your wedding.
Styles include Pagoda, Bridal Parasols, Ruffled, Double layered, Classic Prints, Classic Solids, and Jeweled Handled. They cost about $20 a piece to rent and are absolutely adorable!
You can even use them as part of your decor. They are great for hanging from the ceiling or as a tall centerpiece. They are fun and functional! 
ANTIQUE GREEN PIN. Beautiful and very dainty and petite. Is round and measures 3/4 of an inch wide. Nine gems all together. One large in the center and eight smaller ones surrounding it. Silver back. Great shape, everything there and working. Nice and clean. You'll love it.
Lovely rhinestone pin, wear with a scarf, on a turtleneck or the lapel of your jacket. Excellent condition. Not a signed WEISS, but has an open back.Rounds, rectangles, and small stones, all sparkle.Slightly smaller then 2 inches in size.
So I don't normally promote books about planning weddings or receptions since that I what I do! But, I saw this book and I know there are people out there who need some help and can't afford for a consultant or planner.
For those of you who want to plan from books, I found one that I really like! It's called The Best Wedding Reception...Ever! by Peter Merry
Here are some interesting stats about the book:
26 Chapters 208 Pages Over 75,000 Words 104 Photos9 Couple Profile pages featuring real couples and their unique agendas. 3.5 page Bibliography listing all sources for stats, quotes, and creative ideas. In Part III: "Adding Your Personal Style"You wil find 141 Creative ideas for personalizing your Reception and Ceremony.
You can purchase the book at www.thebestweddingreceptionever.com for $24.95
Planning a wedding takes time and creativity. Most brides have an idea of what they want but need some tips in order to pull it all together and understand the scope of what is needed.
When planning take into consideration the formality of the day and making it all run smoothly. A wedding coordinator is great for helping you smooth out your plans, finding vendors , and helping you the day of the wedding.
Here are just a few things to keep in mind...
Create a “day of schedule”
These are a great tool to make sure all involved in your big day know when to be where and lets your planner know what the day looks like as well. Be sure to include what vendors are coming and when with contact information for your planner.
Too many colors…too busy for the eye
Try to keep it to 2 or 3 main colors for your wedding. When you get more than that it can be too visually distracting for guests.
Outdoor weddings
If you are planning an outdoor wedding be sure to take into account all possible weather conditions when planning your centerpieces and decorations.
Saving money on decorations
If you don’t have a huge budget for your wedding, you can cut costs by cutting the amount of flowers you use. There are so many options for centerpieces you just have to be creative!
Select flowers that are in season and locally available.
If you do, you’ll probably find you can save considerably on cost -- especially if you make it clear with your florist that cutting cost is a high priority.
Schedule your wedding “off-season.”
Nearly 70% of all weddings take place May through October of each year.
Save the Date Etiquette
As the world becomes a busier place, more and more couples are helping their friends and family reserve their wedding date with Save-the-Date announcements.
Wedding Party
Decide ahead of time the order in which the wedding party will proceed down the aisle, as well as who will be escorted, and by whom. You don't want your parents to be lost in the shuffle and seated with regular guests, not given front row seats, or left to find their seats on their own.
Payments
Put your payments for the event, and any other payments for that day, in envelopes and we will give them out that day.
For more ideas... CLICK HERE!!
Tis' the time of the year to plan spring and summer outdoor weddings!!! LOVE IT!!
Instead of going with the traditional long gown, if your comfortable with a shorter dress .... Rock it! For some girls this look fits their personality and theme. I personally love it because its' different and you stand out. Just pair it with a rockin pair of shoes and head piece. Maybe stay away from the traditional veil if your gonna pull off the look! Here are a few that fit my style!
I was looking through some of my bridal magazines the other day and found that most of the headpieces were really boring! Not that a simple tiara is horrible, but it's nice to see some ladies go out on the limb a little.
Here a few "out on a limb" nominees:
Found at Design Shrine
Found at The Handcrafted Wedding
Found at I Do.com
Each of these are unique and to me that makes them fabulous! On your wedding day you should wear pieces that represent you, and if the traditional tiara doesn't make you happy...try one of these!
This picture is of Julie and Matts reception in Bellingham WA at the ferry terminal. Unfortunately, I didn't take many pictures and the photog won't let me post any of his (ugh). So you will have to take my word that the terminal was gorgeous! Their colors were pink, white, and black. The thing I liked most about working with Julie ( other than the fact I have known her for what seems like FOREVER!) she had a plan but not the vision for her reception. She had the candles and the 5 different centerpiece ideas. When I went to visit her for her shower we sat down in what seemed like a sea of pink candles and tulle! This lady was the most organized bride I had ever met. She had lists of what each centerpiece included and all her vendors as well as a schedule for those involved in her big day. Needless to say, the wedding and reception went off without a hitch. Matt and Julie were married in the church they now attend and the wedding started with a slideshow set to music that had personal meaning for them. As soon as the slideshow was done the wedding started. Julie looked beautiful in her gown and Matts tux was a great choice for him. The reception follow immediantly and it was a great time. With dancing, toasts, buffetts and the occasional candle blowing out from the fans on the ceiling! Over all the reception had lots of candels, lights, and a great picture wall behind the cake table that you can kinda see in the backround.
Congratulations to Matt and Julie!
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