51 ways to have a chic wedding!

My aunt is so thrifty and smart. She posted this to me on Facebook and I wanted to share with everyone else! Weddings are a time to spend money-we all know this, but here's 51 ways to spend less and look fabulous. I shop at the dollar bin at Target (not because it's a dollar, but because it's Target and we know we can always trust in Target). I find some really cute and cheaper priced things in those bins. Word to the wise, if you are a fellow scrapbooker like myself-they have packs of backgrounds and stickers ONLY $1!!! What could even be better?


How about 51 ways to shop at the Target dollar bin for your wedding-just kidding...but seriously check out this ebook and available at Amazon for your kindle. It's a good read to keep on hand for all of you brides out there.

http://moneysavingmom.com/2012/01/free-ebook-51-ways-to-save-money-and-still-have-a-chic-and-fabulous-wedding.html




If anyone else reads it-give some feedback please!

Take advice from 'Brie'

I was, of course, looking at wedding cake ideas all over the internet...and I spot a wedding cake made of cheese. Yes...that's right ladies, cheese.

My name is spelled obviously different then the Brie cheese (which I have honestly never tried) but I know I love cheese. It doesn't have to be your main attraction cake, but it would be fantastic for that something extra for a cocktail hour and or before dinner treat for your guests!

Add some crackers and you got yourself a classy cocktail hour! (everything is better with 'Bree") ha-ha.

Fresh new ideas!

Hope everyone had a great holiday!

For that bride/party planner that has to have the newest and most unique ideas! Preston Bailey (Everyone should follow him on Facebook or Twitter!) posted a cool idea for wedding cakes.

Wedding Cake Push Pops!!! We all remember the Flintstone's Push Pops-this is even better.

This would probably be practical to use for a Summer or Spring wedding/party.

It'll definitely have people talking and make your event memorable!

Engagement!

Hello All! I haven't posted for a while-been very busy with the Holidays and what not.

I am very excited today to congratulate my very good friend and ex-coworker, Amanda Bursic, on her engagement to Chaz Smith! They have been together for about 3 years now and I am so excited to begin her planning with her! They are aiming for a fall wedding-any ideas that are awesome I will surely share.

Again congratulations Amanda!!

Weddings

Paulette and I did a wedding back in September and I finally got the pictures up for everyone to see! Everything turned out great and the bride was thrilled! The reception was at the Phipps Garden Center-so gorgeous. A wonderful place to have a reception.

Season Wedding Ideas!

Season wedding ideas!

Bring out the essence of the season with:

Spring

Serving ham or lamb; in season dishes

Fresh fruits and veggies

Elegant side dishes, maybe with garnish for different textures and a spring feel

Festive champagne and punch cocktails

Summer

Season fruits, think fresh and light just like the summer time. Watermelons, berries, pineapples etc.

Do some grilling

Tropical cocktails of course are a must

Fall

Keep it traditional-thanksgiving style feasting with all the trimmings

Keeping it simple and close to home by incorporating family recipes and other dishes of the sort

Elegant for fall! Do some fall like décor with leaves, cinnamon sticks, soup etc.

Winter

Hearty meals to comfort for the cold weather

Wintery beverages, instead of cocktails try spiked eggnog, cider, or mixed coffee/hot chocolaty drinks

Found these on the web-thought I would share!

Important questions for your caterer

We all know the food is always a very important part to planning an event! The key is to choose the right one! Here are some important questions to ask, aside from can I have seconds, when choosing your caterer.

• Can your staff comfortably accommodate our event?
• What does the menu consist of exactly?
• What deposits are required?
• Are there specific hours you are available?
• Do you have other events the same day as mine?
• Are there a minimum of guests required?
• Where is the food prepared?
• When must the menu be finalized
  
• How is your staff dressed (wedding or corporate event

For more great tips check back!