Victoria with Roses

Album

2009-11-11T17:51:00.000-06:00

Loving this homemade album on Etsy by erinzam.

Paper

2009-11-11T04:00:00.000-06:00

I want this: kraft paper notepad from Anthropologie. $12. By the way, you can find great bridesmaids' dresses, accessories and gift ideas at Anthropologie!

Party

2009-11-10T04:00:00.000-06:00

I love this little fiftieth anniversary party. I want one just like it in fifty years...

Study

2009-11-09T11:04:00.001-06:00

A message from a Doctoral Student at University of Virginia -- if you could help her out that would be great!

Engaged volunteers needed! I am looking for volunteers for a study of attitudes towards marriage and parenthood among engaged couples. The study consists of a 25-30 minute online survey. To qualify for the study, you must be 20-35 years old, live in the U.S., and plan to marry or have a commitment ceremony within the next 365 days. You and your romantic partner must not have children, and this must be the first marriage for both of you.

You can:
-Help a doctoral candidate;

-Increase the pool of scientific knowledge;

-Support research on marriage and families; and

-Spend some time thinking about your relationship!

I am working with Dr. Charlotte J. Patterson, a Professor of Psychology at the University of Virginia. This study has been approved by the University of Virginia Institutional Review Board #2009025800.

If you and/or your romantic partner are interested in participating or want further information, please email me at survey.couples@gmail.com. I will send you a link that you can use to access the study.

Thanks!

Cristina Reitz-Krueger

Doctoral Student

University of Virginia

(434) 243-8558

survey.couples@gmail.com

Books

2009-11-09T04:00:00.000-06:00

Escort Card Idea: Library book cards. Found here.

Winner

2009-11-08T12:37:00.001-06:00

Reception Idea: Stick a card under one guest's favor at each table. What did they each win? A centerpiece! It makes finding your seat that much more exciting. From The Knot.

Cameo

2009-11-07T04:00:00.000-06:00

Jewelry Idea: Instead of diamonds or pearls, what about a simple cameo? Love this.

Name Change

2009-11-06T05:00:00.000-06:00

Here's a great resource for brides looking for a name change service: Name Change Express, at $29.95.

Pilosale

2009-11-06T04:00:00.002-06:00

Here are just a few more goodies that I love from Pilosale... Printed vintage hankies, linen advent calendar, feather ornament, and linen tissue box covers.

Lollipop

2009-11-06T04:00:00.001-06:00

Favor Idea: Found on Snippet & Ink. Old Fashioned lollipops.

Jessica Claire

2009-11-05T08:05:00.010-06:00

I always try to post just a single detail or photo for inspiration, but there were just too many to count in this Jessica Claire Photography Workshop post I found on Style Me Pretty... Check out here, here, and here to see and hear about the details close up. I love the way Abby described it: Anthropologie meets Shabby Chic. Styled by Grey Likes Weddings.

Ornaments

2009-11-05T07:59:00.003-06:00

I love, love, love this Etsy store, Pilosale... These photo pocket ornaments made of linen are adorable holiday gifts!! Buy them here.

Lunch

2009-11-04T04:00:00.002-06:00

Bridesmaid Idea: While you're getting ready on the big day, surprise your bridesmaids with lunch in these cute silhouette canvas lunch bags ($10 each).

Balloons

2009-11-04T04:00:00.001-06:00

Engagement Photo Idea: Use a handful of heart balloons as a prop. Photo from Ruffled.

Apples

2009-11-04T04:00:00.000-06:00

Favor Idea: Candle apples

Pinwheel

2009-11-03T04:00:00.000-06:00

Favor Idea: A pinwheel in your wedding colors. How about attaching a quote from a famous poet, or a fortune, to it also?

Scents

2009-11-02T04:00:00.000-06:00

I love the idea of a "sachet bar" from Classic Bride--have guests choose their own mixes of scents and put them in a little pouch. What a great idea for a bridal shower!

Stamps

2009-11-01T10:46:00.002-06:00

Postage tip: For a great selection of personalized stamps based on details from your wedding, visit weddingstamps.us/suggest-a-stamp.

Beau Coup Sale

2009-11-01T10:45:00.002-06:00

The holiday season is nearly upon us and so Beau-coup is having a fall sale from now until tomorrow (Monday) where you can save up to 15% off. They have all kinds of party supplies including favors, decorations, gifts, and more. Check out the details here: http://www.beau-coup.com/fall-sale.htm.

Colors

2009-11-01T04:00:00.001-06:00

Love this blue and white inspiration board.

Birds

2009-10-31T04:00:00.000-05:00

An amazing photo by Elizabeth Messina.

Popcorn

2009-10-30T04:00:00.000-05:00

Favor Idea: Popcorn! 'From Ritzy Bee and here.

Thank You

2009-10-29T04:00:00.000-05:00

Thank you, readers, for following this long journey with me (don't worry, I'll still be blogging now that my wedding is over!) I would also like to thank my amazing photographer, Joel Greenberg (from Joel Greenberg and Wendy Stewart Photography), and videographer, Wilson Fontaine. I am blessed to have been able to have such an extraordinary wedding day.

One Last Detail: The Fans

2009-10-28T04:00:00.001-05:00

At the ceremony, fans were placed on each pew with a favorite passage from the Bible.