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Alisa S.
Looking for inexpensive candles
Alisa S. in Style and Décor, on January 11, 2013 at 11:53 AM

I'm trying to find inexpensive taper candles of varying lengths and widths in teal and magenta. Inexpensive stores tend not to have the colors I need. Does anyone know of a good online resource for...

emma, Nov 18, 2015 14 11
Alisa S.
Married Ladies: Creating Your Own Flush Mount Wedding Album?
Alisa S. in Do It Yourself, on October 29, 2013 at 12:06 PM

I am finally getting around to creating my wedding albums, since I want ones for our parents for Christmas. I am looking for relatively inexpensive books, but prefer the flush mount (thick,...

Natalie, Nov 5, 2013 1 3
Alisa S.
NWR - DH's Birthday today
Alisa S. in Community Conversations, on June 4, 2013 at 2:06 PM

And I want to do something to surprise him, but after using all my creativity for the wedding and household planning, I am fresh out of ideas. Not looking for a gift - we bought concert tix that he...

Stephanie ♥, Jun 4, 2013 3 10
Alisa S.
For those looking for a creative bridal party shot...
Alisa S. in Community Conversations, on May 29, 2013 at 7:13 PM

How about this? Ha! A co-worker just sent it to me, so thought I'd share the smile.

sarah, May 30, 2013 18 2
Alisa S.
Married Ladies - Gown cleaning questions
Alisa S. in Wedding Attire, on May 9, 2013 at 12:32 PM

I want to get my gown cleaned so I can sell it on one of the used dress sites. It has no stains/spills on it, but is dirty on the underside of the train where it dragged in the ground for the outside...

MJ, May 9, 2013 8 13
Alisa S.
**Pro Pics are Here!**
Alisa S. in Wedding Attire, on May 3, 2013 at 2:11 PM

OMG! There are nearly 500 of them on 2 CDs. I won't bore you with all of them, but here are some highlights. My photographer was 3D in Phoenix area - and she was inexpensive. I will be putting...

ashlee, May 4, 2013 57 40
Alisa S.
Married! Overview & non-pro pics (DH's pics added p.2)
Alisa S. in Wedding Attire, on April 9, 2013 at 6:45 PM

Wow! Everything went so FAST! Felt like we only had 1-2 minutes with each person (65 guests). Some highlights (pics w/DH are not uploading - will do later): Rehearsal dinner was so much fun, with all...

Sara, Apr 10, 2013 44 3
Alisa S.
Boudoir shoot **updated for those who asked questions**
Alisa S. in Wedding Attire, on March 28, 2013 at 11:33 AM

OK, I may not keep these up for long, but just wanted to post a few of the shots I decided on for FH's gift during first look. I had them done at Glamour Shots, and the imperfections (wrinkles - ha!)...

Alisa S., Mar 29, 2013 41 7
Alisa S.
Single Digits!
Alisa S. in Planning, on March 28, 2013 at 11:08 AM

I cannot believe we are THIS close to being married! FH FINALLY got ties for himself and best man yesterday, and came over last night to help unpack some of the things we moved from his house this...

The New Mrs. B, Mar 28, 2013 7 16
Alisa S.
Wedding Observations
Alisa S. in Etiquette and Advice, on March 25, 2013 at 12:17 PM

DH and I attended a wedding Saturday. Since ours is now less than two weeks away, I kinda had an eagle-eye about everything they did right/wrong...and hope not to make the same mistakes. Here are a...

Nima Farsinejad, Mar 25, 2013 18 20
Alisa S.
Final Tally
Alisa S. in Etiquette and Advice, on March 22, 2013 at 6:35 PM

All RSVPs are in or calls have been made! Final count was 65 Yes/36 No - after 14 phone calls or emails to no responses...out of 66 invitations sent. Why, oh why, do people not just send back the card...

Lily, Mar 22, 2013 13 3
Alisa S.
Bachelorette Spa Day
Alisa S. in Community Conversations, on March 18, 2013 at 6:19 PM

Saturday was absolutely incredible! Around noon, I met my MOH, who had planned everything (and was incredibly generous), at Revive Spa at Desert Ridge Marriott Resort. We ordered a light lunch; she...

Val, Mar 18, 2013 2 11
Alisa S.
FINALLY getting marriage license today
Alisa S. in Planning, on March 15, 2013 at 12:34 PM

Leaving in a couple hours to meet FH at his office and go to clerk's office to get license. Was supposed to happen a month ago, but he overbooked that day (WTF?). We are also going to Pittsburgh...

Alisa S., Mar 18, 2013 7 11
Alisa S.
Married ladies who used sparklers...
Alisa S. in Style and Décor, on March 13, 2013 at 12:18 PM

We are planning to use sparklers for our send-off. I gave the DJ explicit instructions re: safety, how far apart to stand, keep away from my gown, etc. But just got a note from my MOH saying she and...

Finally_Mrs_Allen526, Mar 14, 2013 9 19
Alisa S.
30 days! Where are the other April brides?
Alisa S. in Planning, on March 7, 2013 at 12:23 PM

I can't believe our wedding is just one month away! I have only been planning since August, after getting engaged at the end of July, and it has taken up so much of my free (and not so free) time....

nicole, Mar 8, 2013 6 14
Alisa S.
Guest List Dilemma
Alisa S. in Etiquette and Advice, on March 6, 2013 at 4:45 PM

So, we sent out our invites at the beginning of February, with RSVP deadline as 3/16. FILs got into town over the weekend (will be here for a month), and last night FMIL starts mentioning names I have...

krisalicious, Mar 6, 2013 7 5
Alisa S.
Had my boudoir photo shoot yesterday
Alisa S. in Wedding Attire, on March 3, 2013 at 1:06 PM

If you are on the fence about doing it...do it! It really was a lot of fun, and I didn't feel self-conscious in the least. I went to Glamour Shots, since I had a gift card, but it still wound up...

Kim2014, Mar 5, 2013 6 17
Alisa S.
My gown looks better than I ever expected - **pics**
Alisa S. in Wedding Attire, on February 25, 2013 at 10:38 AM

After trying on 40-50 gowns at various bridal shops, I ordered my gown online (without actually seeing in person or trying it on) from House Of Brides in Chicago. It seemed to have all the elements I...

Soon2BeMrsB, Feb 27, 2013 36 23
Alisa S.
Reception Signage
Alisa S. in Style and Décor, on February 26, 2013 at 7:20 PM

I've been putting together my reception signage today and have the following: Signature Drink Favor/Thank You Sparklers Will also be doing one re: an unplugged ceremony (or providing a hashtag for...

Amy A., Feb 26, 2013 2 16
Alisa S.
That elusive 5th star!
Alisa S. in Community Conversations, on February 26, 2013 at 10:39 AM

I finally got it!! 'Bout time! I spend most of my day here! LOL

The New Mrs. B, Feb 26, 2013 19 13
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