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May 19, 2019
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Let me preface this by saying my dress has had no alterations and having lost about 25 pounds since I bought it, the bust area is definitely going to need some work and you can see that in the...
Half of our favors are complete! One of the perks of homemade butters and jams are that you can make them early. In July I made peach butter and in August I made mixed berry jam. FMIL is making...
In your opinion, how necessary are wedding programs? I like the concept, but I also don't want to waste the money on them? Our ceremony and reception are in the same space. With the exception of...
We've all had those "what on Earth are they talking about?!" moments while wedding planning. What are some that you've heard? Here are two of mine! At a wedding we attended last summer, FH caught the...
I know most people have the traditional earrings, necklaces, sashes, etc. but what are some fun accessories you're incorporating into your wedding day look? Do you have a fun statement necklace or...
So long story short....my parents have become foster parents for 3 of my cousins and they will be with my family for the long haul (we're thinking eventually adoption. The boys will be 2, 12, and 14...
I freaking love Etsy! I've used it for years for all of the over-the-top birthday parties I've had for my daughter & now I'm loving making wedding related purchases too. What are some of your...
What are some wedding related things you're doing that have turned into family events or dates? We're making homemade jams & spreads for our favors, so this weekend FH, my daughter, and myself are...
Quick question- when addressing STDs and invitations to widows is the proper etiquette Mrs. Jane Doe or Ms. Jane Doe? Not sure if it makes a difference, but her husband passed within the last 5 years...
How necessary are wedding websites? Those that opted to create a wedding website, what was your main purpose for doing so? Those who didn't, why did you decide not to? I know a lot of people use it...
Save the Date Just ordered our Save the Dates from Basic Invite! We had narrowed it down to 2 different options. I preferred the more classic option with a different picture/script text, etc. but FH...
I know something similar has been posted hundreds of times, but it hasn't happened to me yet. I apologize in advance for being vent-y and long winded. A few months ago FMIL was in town and mentioned...
Help! We're doing boutonnieres for our dads and I don't want to leave the moms out. That being said, my mom feels like corsages are dated, and I have to agree. Any ideas on what we could do as an...
Going to try to be as vague as possible! A future mother of the groom I know has been serving me with a serious reality check lately. Her son isn't even engaged yet (just bought the ring,) and she's...
We got our pictures a week earlier than expected and I am thrilled! We're going to have such a hard time picking one for the STD!! Sorry in advance that I could *barely* narrow it down to 13 pictures-...
Sneak peek 1Sneak peek 2 Last night we had our engagement session and we just got 2 sneak peeks back. We'll get the rest in about 2 weeks. I love the ones we already have, I can't wait to see the...
I know I have plenty of time before ordering invites but I like to get things done early- don't panic! I'm not sending the invites out early I love the floral design and the blue background. We're...
I’ve been trying to hold off on jumping into DIYs too soon but I finally gave in and finished my first project this week- flower girl baskets! Tell me what you think, and share yours if you’d like! ...
Disclaimer: I'm not looking for an open bar vs. cash bar vs. dry bar/ cash bars are rude debate here. Just need to vent about the open bar at my venue and get some thoughts! FH and I are paying for...
Hey y’all! I’m indecisive and my mom always tells me the diy things I do look good, even if they’re hideous, so I was hoping to get some feedback! Overall, most of the decor we’re doing is simple and...
