One hundred whole days left!
I'm ready. I've pretty much got most everything taken care of. Of course last minute changes are always expected and even though this isn't very last minute, it is a plan change.
The original plan was to print the save-the-dates on handkerchiefs. Guests could then use those as hankies to wave during the second line parade, which was then planned for after the ceremony. But that would involve approximately 200 people remembering to bring a hankie they got in January to a wedding in October...and we all know that isn't gonna happen.
So then the plan evolved to printing the programs on the handkerchief. Don't worry about how. I am a super crafter, dont ya know. I actually have already cut and prepared 200 handkerchiefs for this express purpose. But then I was reconsidering. I've just recently finished hemming and embroidering thirty handkerchiefs, and my arthritic fingers are telling me there is no way I can do that for almost 7 times that amount! So it's back to the drawing board we go. And these programs from TheKnot.com and MarthaStewartWeddings.com (duh) serve as inspiration.
I really like the mismatchy covers of these programs...
This bow binding looks pretty simple.
Love these wooden sheets or couldn't I just design it so it looks like a wooden sheet?
I am always looking for another excuse to show off our engagement photos.
The bride's niece drew this super cute likeness. Who wants to draw me one?
Love the way the pencils are attached to this. Might use for activity book!
Love the whimsical, storybook theme of these programs.
So during the second line, please use your beverage or cake napkin for waving. Speaking of cake napkins...homemade personalized cake napkins - $6. More on that later. Second line parade will now end the entire reception. So make sure you grab your purse. Maybe things will change again...who knows?! And what will the programs end up like? I guess you will have to come to the wedding and see...
These are my boys, I love my boys.
This is us amidst a plethora of presents. I love presents!
This is me and my best friend & bridesmaid, Jennifer. Ain't she purty?
Cutting the cake. He was actually gonna let me cut the cake all by myself!
Doesn't it look yummy? It was. Jeanne made it ;)
Groomsman, Quincy & Best Man, Andrew with the groom in the Den
Beautiful hostess Jeanne. Need to tell you about that barrette. Don't let me forget to do that!
I am so funny! Snort, snort.
Eat this yummy food right now!!!
Friends Doug, Tiffany and Suzanna.
Beautiful table spread.
Reading one of our favorite gifts from Jeanne, book of candles. (Will post more on this later)
Another favorite gift. Doily made by my great grandmother from Memaw.
Complete Martha Knife Set (with coin) from Elaine & Bob
See you very soon now!
We are very excited to be taking a little trip this weekend up to Atlanta for our very first shower! I am so excited! It's going to be at My Aunt & Uncles beautiful Decatur mansion and Jeanne is preparing some very fun stuff! Though I don't know exactly what yet. That coupled with the fact that I was able to find a cute dress, makes me very happy.
Can't wait till your wedding!
I am making tee shirts
embroidering handkerchiefs
fun cheap centerpiece vases
= personalized cake and cocktail napkins, voila!
Three-paned hand designed and drawn invite featuring a vellum travel info card sewn over a hand-drawn map, raised invitation center panel, and a perforated rsvp postcard.
Hand-drawn rsvp postcard banner. ( I know i keep saying "hand-drawn" but it really is a big deal because i can't draw!)
Inspiration board #2. I think it's a good mix. What do you think? Happy weekending!
I really like the mismatchy covers of these programs...
This bow binding looks pretty simple.
Love these wooden sheets or couldn't I just design it so it looks like a wooden sheet?
I am always looking for another excuse to show off our engagement photos.
The bride's niece drew this super cute likeness. Who wants to draw me one?
Love the way the pencils are attached to this. Might use for activity book!
Love the whimsical, storybook theme of these programs.
We are so excited to welcome you to our city later this year! In the wake of the environmental disaster in the Gulf of Mexico, our hearts go out to our fellow Louisiana citizens on the Gulf Coast who are suffering from this catastrophic event. However, we also want to reassure you that all of the things that you've come to enjoy in New Orleans remain unchanged and in some ways, are better than ever.
You should know that New Orleans is located 100 miles inland, and in turn, have avoided any physical or environmental damage. Tourism in New Orleans has undergone a resurgence this year as huge numbers of visitors and convention-goers have flocked to one of the world's most exciting culinary and nightlife destinations. We continue to meet and exceed the expectations of hundreds of thousands of business and leisure travelers and festival-goers. October is one of our most beautiful and popular months, historically speaking. New Orleans tourism officials are constantly monitoring the environmental impact on our wetlands and beautiful marshes two hours to our south bordering the Gulf of Mexico.
Our world famous seafood industry has and always will go through rigorous testing from various strict agencies before our product reaches market, and our renowned chefs ensure that only the highest quality fresh products are prepared and served. In fact, our restaurants and food suppliers work with purveyors locally and nationally to ensure food quality and safety from sea to table. This has long been a New Orleans commitment. To learn more about seafood, please visit www.louisianaseafood.com.
