Archive for July, 2010

Vendor turned Bride: The Wedding Cake

Ahhhh the cake!!! Who doesn’t love dessert? Yummy yummy for your tummy! I was so thrilled that I finally found something that I knew Dan would enjoy doing with me. I had learned quickly that wedding planning was no fun for the groom to be, so I was very happy to finally be able to [...]

Gown Preservation Goes Green

The environmentally conscious bride might be interested to learn that there is an eco-friendly way to have their wedding gown preserved. The Association of Wedding Gown Specialists (AWGS) has partnered with the Carbonfund.org to offer carbon neutral wedding gown preservations. All emissions generated in the gown-preservation process are offset by donations to Carbonfund.org. Look for [...]

Inspiration Board: An American Pastime

Create a wedding day inspired by an all-American pastime. Visiting your home teams field for an engagement shoot or exchanging I Do’s at homeplate are perfect for a baseball themed wedding. Offer goodies like cracker jacks, peanuts and popcorn for guests to snack on throughout your reception. Image Credits:  Lollipops, Popcorn Cartons, Cracker Jacks & [...]

Vendor Spotlight: Ginger Park

Ginger Park is a bold, accessible, and affordable updated Asian eatery with internationally acclaimed chef, Patricia Yeo at the helm.  The boldly international flavors of Yeo blend contemporary Asian cuisine with a variety of culinary traditions from across the globe. Ginger Park provides a welcoming atmosphere that embodies the energy of both the space and [...]

Trendy Tuesday: Ice Cream Bar

Having a summer wedding? Worried about it getting too hot? Be sure to keep your guest cool by offering them cold tasty treats! Whether its an old fashioned ice cream stand, an ice cream bar or passed ice cream cones, these colorful tasty treats are sure to have guests talking and keeping cool during your [...]

Enjoying the Dog Days of Summer

The sun is shining and the temperatures are rising, we have officially reached the dog days of summer! This summer be sure to keep cool with friends and family by offering to host a day outdoors filled with tasty summer treats, mouth watering cocktails and plenty of fun in the sun. Incorporate unique details into [...]

The Stately Style of Princess Victoria

If regal or majestic is the type of look you’re aspiring to for your wedding day, look to Princess Victoria for inspiration. Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria looked gorgeous at her June 19th wedding to Daniel Westling in Stockholm’s Storkyrkan Cathedral. The biggest European royal wedding since Prince Charles and Lady Diana had no shortage of [...]

TGIF Weekend Hotspot: Water Fire

A few Saturdays ago I  headed to Providence to check out the infamous Water Fire. I didn’t know much about it but was pleasantly surprised when I arrived. The walkways were filled with people, the river lit up with bright flames and the music echoed througout the streets setting  a cozy atmosphere for a lovely night.  Many couples [...]

Inspiration Board: Candy

To keep with the theme of the week I was inspired to create this sweet candy coated wedding board. I am really loving the DIY candy wrapper with the monogram tag down below. What a great favor or addition to a desert table! Images:  Lollipop Bouquet, Lollipop Vases, DIY Candy Bar,  Lollipop Boutineer, Dessert Bar, Ice [...]

Featured Product: Candy Favors

Mint or candy wedding favors have always been a favorite of guests.  Personalize your candy favors by selecting a package that matches your wedding theme or colors. Guest can enjoy during the reception or as a take home treat! Gum Package Wrappers A unique and fun favor!  Add your first names, last name and wedding [...]