Hey everyone! Sorry I have been MIA lately. Work has been crazy and well... life in general is busy busy!
I am at an awesome event called CreateAThon on Campus! It's a great opportunity for non-profs and students at VCU. This is my third year here and it's one of my favorite things every year!!
While I am here I had the chance to meet a bride to be! And ya'll know how I love that!!! She is doing a very small and casual ceremony at the beach this summer. Beach weddings are my specialty! I can't wait to help her have the wedding of her dreams!
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Thursday, February 25, 2010
cho cho chobani
I have been obsessed with Chobani yogurt lately. I am trying really hard to get healthy, and this is a little step in the right direction. I know planning a wedding can be super stressful, but make sure you continue to take care of yourself. It's not always about losing weight and getting smaller... it is about being healthy!
If you want a chance to try a sample case of Chobani, check out this give away!
If you want a chance to try a sample case of Chobani, check out this give away!
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Get organized!
Wow! Wedding season sure is gearing up.... I am working with a bride now who is getting married in June and I just keep telling her, "We have to stay organized."
This post is going out of the event organizers out there... maids of honor, moms, best friends; ya'll know who you are!
Here are some of the best things that helped me stay organized:
- My amazing matron of honor! She sent me a "To Do" list every week or so with stuff I needed to accomplish that week. Sometimes it was even simple stuff like, "Go get ribbon." But it really helped!!
- I was spreadsheet happy! I kept everything that needed to be checked off, listed, etc in spreadsheets. It helped keep payments, invites, and lots of stuff organized.
- A notebook! In the beginning of it all, I kept a notebook with all my ideas. I put magazine tears in it, photos of other weddings, business cards, everything.
- My "MyAgenda" was a saving grace too! I got mine at The Cordial Cricket, but you can check online and find a retailer near you too. The agenda is made by a company called MomAgenda, and it is super helpful!! I was able to organize all my appointments, to do's, and other work all from the same place. Now, I know in the world of smartphones, some of you may say, "A real agenda book? How old school." And you are totally correct, but it really helps me to write things down so this is perfect for me. I still use a MyAgenda in my everyday life too. (The picture in this post is from the MomAgenda Web site.)
Just remember to breathe and take things one step at a time-- you don't have to get everything done at once. That's the point of it all... to get you to the aisle with the least amount of stress possible.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
cheap. colorful. and bright!
photo: allyou.comIf you are looking for a cheap way to add some texture and color (even if the color is simple white) you should consider using paper lanterns at your wedding and/or reception! They are super cute and super inexpensive! Especially if you are having an outdoor wedding and don't need to use them actually lighting... you can hang them in the roof of a tent or up in the trees to give a more fun and whimsical look to your event.
I did some googling and found these sites with paper lanterns listed on them for great prices!
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
A little giveaway never hurt anyone!
My healthnut friend Stephanie is having a give away on her blogm CookinFanatic! Check it out! And while you are there, get some tips and tricks to a healthier lifestyle.
Weddings can be stressful and time consuming! I have mentioned her before, but in case you missed it... Stephanie gives exercise tips and some really easy (and delish!!) recipes! Hey, we bargain brides need all the help we can get, right??
Weddings can be stressful and time consuming! I have mentioned her before, but in case you missed it... Stephanie gives exercise tips and some really easy (and delish!!) recipes! Hey, we bargain brides need all the help we can get, right??
Thursday, January 21, 2010
A little lighting
As I was flipping through a magazine the other day, I saw some of the cutest ideas for lighting and centerpieces! The one that stuck out the most was super easy and wouldn't be too expensive.
First, fill large vases in various sizes with sand and then take random sized candles that match your wedding color(s) and place them in the vase. You can also choose to use white candles for a really clean and simple look.
If your wedding is an outdoor event, consider using citronella candles in the mix too. Places like Crate and Barrel and Pier1 usually have them out for the Summer. This way, everything will look pretty and your guests won't have to worry about bugs while they're enjoying the time outside with you!
Here is a tip for those of you want to be a little greener these days - consider using soy candles! While they may be a little more expensive, keep your eye out and try to catch them on sale. Yankee Candle does a semi-annual sale and you can find some great deals there!
For my wedding we did something similar. The difference was that I didn't use glass vases, we used galvanized buckets with sand in them. As an added bonus... since we were at the beach, sand was free and easy to find!
You could use this idea for simple things like cookouts or dinner parties too!
And remember, while most of the places I mention in my blog are bigger chain stores, because that makes it easier for everyone to get what I am suggesting, always remember to shop those local stores in your hometowns!! It's a great way to get to know your community and put money back into it!
First, fill large vases in various sizes with sand and then take random sized candles that match your wedding color(s) and place them in the vase. You can also choose to use white candles for a really clean and simple look.
If your wedding is an outdoor event, consider using citronella candles in the mix too. Places like Crate and Barrel and Pier1 usually have them out for the Summer. This way, everything will look pretty and your guests won't have to worry about bugs while they're enjoying the time outside with you!
Here is a tip for those of you want to be a little greener these days - consider using soy candles! While they may be a little more expensive, keep your eye out and try to catch them on sale. Yankee Candle does a semi-annual sale and you can find some great deals there!
For my wedding we did something similar. The difference was that I didn't use glass vases, we used galvanized buckets with sand in them. As an added bonus... since we were at the beach, sand was free and easy to find!
You could use this idea for simple things like cookouts or dinner parties too!
And remember, while most of the places I mention in my blog are bigger chain stores, because that makes it easier for everyone to get what I am suggesting, always remember to shop those local stores in your hometowns!! It's a great way to get to know your community and put money back into it!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
RSVP please
Hey everyone! Hope you had a good weekend! Sorry I have been MIA lately... classes started back up and work is... work. haha
Recently, I started following my favorite stationary store on twitter and it reminded me that I haven't given ya'll any tips on your invites!
Picking out my invitations was a really fun part of my wedding planning. I went my local stationary store, The Cordial Cricket, and those ladies really know their stuff! If you live in the Richmond, VA area I highly recommend them. Check them out on their Web site, facebook, or twitter! They know everything and can definitely help you pick the right invites for you event. They even have all the etiquette tips you could ever need to make sure you do things right. But I think one of the biggest/best things about them is that they will help you stay in your budget.
They have more than just invites to order too... they do a ton of printing at the store too! So make sure your MOHs and family know they can shower invites there too!
Stationary can get really pricey, for sure. So put your bargain bride hat on and make sure you stick to your budget! My invites were perfect for my event - light, fun, and bright! And best of all... they fit me and my checkbook!
Recently, I started following my favorite stationary store on twitter and it reminded me that I haven't given ya'll any tips on your invites!
Picking out my invitations was a really fun part of my wedding planning. I went my local stationary store, The Cordial Cricket, and those ladies really know their stuff! If you live in the Richmond, VA area I highly recommend them. Check them out on their Web site, facebook, or twitter! They know everything and can definitely help you pick the right invites for you event. They even have all the etiquette tips you could ever need to make sure you do things right. But I think one of the biggest/best things about them is that they will help you stay in your budget.
They have more than just invites to order too... they do a ton of printing at the store too! So make sure your MOHs and family know they can shower invites there too!
Stationary can get really pricey, for sure. So put your bargain bride hat on and make sure you stick to your budget! My invites were perfect for my event - light, fun, and bright! And best of all... they fit me and my checkbook!
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