November 2, 2009 by Norah
I was a little late getting the Fall 2009 Martha Stewart Weddings, but I am so in love!
As a June bride, I find wedding magazines a little tricky because most the the issues I will read in preparation for my big day feature seasons I am not getting married in. I guess the key is to take the ideas and images I’m drooling over and reinterpret them into my own summer-y versions. I’m already looking into various craft punches to recreate the cupcake picks above, and I am determined to use a version of that lovely gold centerpiece (perhaps in a different color) somewhere in my wedding decor.
But alas, I’m not sure how to work in acorns. How adorable are these?! Detailed instructions to make your own are here.
| All images from Martha Stewart Weddings |
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October 19, 2009 by Norah
Last week, on a perfect fall day, my beloved and I got all dolled up and hit the historic streets of Boston for our engagement photos. The lovely Lisa Rigby calmed our nerves and made the afternoon fun and natural. I still can’t believe the results. See more on Lisa’s blog – which totally made me blush!
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October 15, 2009 by Norah
Despite my lackluster photography, I am thrilled to show off our handmade save-the-dates!
The cards – which have already been mistaken as store bought! – were a total collaboration. We sat in front of the computer for a couple hours before getting them just right. The project also forced us to pin down our final color scheme – dusty blue, yellow, and gray. (I would absolutely recommend stationary design as an essential exercise for all couples about to tie the knot.) And! — When all was said and done, the pre-postage cards/envelopes came in at only 60 cents a piece!
Compare our file to our inspiration below…
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October 12, 2009 by Norah
I found this coaster online ages ago and tucked the image away in one of my many “inspiration folders.” Little did I know that it would resurface months later to inspire our save-the-dates!
Our handmade masterpieces were mailed last Thursday morning. I’ll post the finished product here later this week.
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September 24, 2009 by Norah
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September 24, 2009 by Norah
Just had this Washington Post article passed along to me, and it really resonated with how I feel. The small town Pennsylvania side of me says, “28… a little late, but you can get back on track.” The Boston side of me sometimes feels like a child bride!
The Marriage Divide by Monica Hesse
How do you feel? Too young? Too old? Just right?
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September 23, 2009 by Norah
Yikes, I just spent a dangerous amount of time in Paper Source buying Save-the-Date supplies. I was reminded I need to update my budget. My most recent wedding expenses are:
My wedding dress! It will not be revealed here just yet, but I am in love with it and its amazing price tag!: $350 (before alterations)
Save-the-Date supplies: $35 (will be posting the finished product once they’ve been delivered)
Save-the-Date postage: $28 (why are stamps so expensive?)
Premature purchase of program booklet covers: $38 (they were on sale!)
So, I’m tacking on $451!
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September 21, 2009 by Norah
Just spotted these homemade dress cards over at The Wedding Chicks. I have a bridal party of one (and she’s going to be picking her own fabulous frock), otherwise I would totally attempt something sweet and crafty like this!
Follow the fabulous bride behind these lovely cards at: Blue Eye Brown Eye.
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September 17, 2009 by Norah
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September 14, 2009 by Norah
It’s official! We are going to Peru for our honeymoon!
The planning of our budget-friendly post-nuptial escape started in Europe – particularly Spain – but we soon realized there was no way we could afford honeymoon-ish hotels. Even though we’re both dying to get there, it is a trip that would probably be better (and more economically) accomplished with backpacks.
Next, I set my heart on Morocco – where sexy, exotic riads are wallet-friendly. But Morocco would be about 90 degrees in June, and I definitely have a temperature threshold. Not allowing my husband to touch me during our first week of marriage because I am so disgustingly hot was probably not a good route to take, either.
Enter magical (temperate) Peru. Machu Picchu has always been high on our list of places to visit before we die, and with a little research we learned this trip could actually be affordable without sacrificing the little luxuries I would like to have on my honeymoon. On top of that, there will be equal parts romance, relaxation, sightseeing, and adventure. I can’t imagine anything more perfect.
After some discussion, we’ve decided to go the Monday after the wedding, which is on a Saturday. We briefly toyed with going on the honeymoon at some other point in time – I’ve read a lot of pros and cons about this – but I want everything to be wrapped up into one big blissful package.
Itinerary planning is underway. I am so excited!
| Machu Picchu: iho-ohi & Cusco: Fine Art America |
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