Archive for July, 2009

Vintage Getaway Car: Depart in Style

Friday, July 31st, 2009 Posted in Wedding Planning, Wedding Trends | 1 Comment »

I've never been fond of shiny limousines, and stretch Lincoln Navigators or Hummers really aren't my thing. For Darin and I, the perfect wedding getaway car was a white, vintage ... Read more..

The DIY Wedding: From Pain to Pride

Thursday, July 30th, 2009 Posted in DIY Wedding | 2 Comments »

I wrote this as a guest column for DIY Bride. I thought I'd share it here because I know some of you will relate. I cannot see the laundry room floor. ... Read more..

The Lego Wedding: Unique Reception Ideas

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009 Posted in Unique Wedding Finds, Wedding Reception, Wedding Trends | 2 Comments »

Seems that Lego junkies are getting more and more creative these days finding ways to incoporate Legos into their wedding receptions. Lego favors, caketoppers, save-the-dates, invitations, rings, cufflinks - even place cards. I'm ... Read more..

Real Weddings: Gillian & Patrick’s Mansion Wedding

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 Posted in Real Weddings | No Comments »

  Gillian, 27 & Patrick, 29 Brookfield, CT Wedding Date:  October 5, 2007 Number of Guests:  75 Wedding Ceremony Location: Wadsworth Mansion, Middletown, CT Wedding Reception Location:  Wadsworth Mansion, Middletown, CT Why did you have an intimate ... Read more..

How to Make Raspberry Jam: Ooooh La La! It’s Music to Your Lips!

Monday, July 27th, 2009 Posted in DIY Wedding | 5 Comments »

We planted 12 raspberry bushes this year. Next year, we plan to add at least 12 more. We're crazy about raspberries in this household. They're fabulous on cereal, in smoothies, ... Read more..

IW Hot Shot!: Oh, Such Sweet Relief!

Sunday, July 26th, 2009 Posted in IW Hot Shot, Wedding Photography | 1 Comment »

I love a photograph that captures the essence of the moment. And this nails it. I'm sure just about every gal out there can relate to this one. Photo by ... Read more..

DIY Wedding Favors: Potted Herbs

Saturday, July 25th, 2009 Posted in DIY Wedding | 7 Comments »

A while back, I blogged about the many uses of herbs in weddings. I found these images the other day of potted herb DIY wedding favors and I thought I'd ... Read more..

The Best Wedding Procession Ever

Friday, July 24th, 2009 Posted in Wedding Ceremony | 5 Comments »

This is brilliant. You have to watch this. Happy Friday!! Read more..

Free Save-the-Date Templates

Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 Posted in DIY Wedding, Free Wedding Templates | 1 Comment »

Check out these free save-the-date templates from Printablities. Actually, they are intended for use as calling cards, but I think they make lovely save-the-dates! There are eight different patterns which ... Read more..

An Ode to the Clothespin

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 Posted in DIY Wedding, Wedding Trends | 7 Comments »

They are like birds on a wire, wooden claws clamping sheets and nightgowns that flap freely above country lawns and dark alleys. Perched in trees, on silver branches, doors, and fences. Holding signatures, hearts and wishes. Pretty and plain. Ever practical. Photo One: High Nocturnal Style ; Photo ... Read more..