So there, they are cupcakes for real!
Monday, March 31, 2008
I heart Cupcakes!
So there, they are cupcakes for real!
The Vue!
When I was visiting my favorite blogs last week, I came across this amazing wedding photographed by Vue Photography I was completely inspired to stop working on whatever I was doing and create this board.
I absolutely feel that this is the perfect example of photography capturing the mood of the wedding wedding with a great sense of humor that brides and grooms can have, and just plain ole' good fun. I just think it totally rocks!
Thank you, Vue Photography, for capturing truly amazing moments!
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Friday, March 28, 2008
Enjoy!
Enjoy the changes and we have some new links on the right as well!
Take some time and check them out!
Under Construction
To-go Cups!
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Do the Bustle....
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Ummm, well I know, but, I uh...
I think this is a more common issue than we know. I actually scheduled a first appointment with her as if she was a bride, I'll let you know how it goes - I am actually excited for it!
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
What do YOU do?
Monday, March 24, 2008
A Florist by Any Other Name
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Bridesmaid Pledge
- I won't gain more than 7 pounds before your wedding
- I won't get drunk at your wedding
- I won't get pregnant before your wedding
- I won't bring an inappropriate date to the wedding
- I won't hit on the best man
Yeah, it's good stuff...
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The Irish Car Crash
Back story.... we were driving around Ireland through The Burren area, it's so beautiful! Really incredibly spectacular! And as we saw things we stopped to take pictures:
So the Irish son John Vaughn (pictured above with me and Tux), explains that this is a drink that is about 3/4 of a pint of Guinness and you drop in a 1/2 shot of Jameson and a 1/2 shot of Bailey's and chug, chug, chug.
My friends ordered dessert, and I ordered me a "Car Crash" - by the way if you are ever at Vaughns in The Burren you must try the Bread and Butter Pudding! Oh My Gosh!!!
Anyway, back to "The Car Crash"- John Vaughn didn't think I could do it, so there was definitely some pressure.
So with out further ado... Melissa and "the Car Crash":
During the trip, I continually drank about um-teen many Crashes... Thank you John Vaughn from Nevada for bringing the "Crash" to The Burren!
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Hump Day Recipe!
So you are having company over, maybe an invitation stuffing party, or your bridesmaids are coming over for Pizza and you wanted to make a nice little snack. How about Pretzel Turtles? So easy and so delicious! This can be your super fast way to impress - Rolo Pretzel Turtles.
In just 10 minutes, you can satisfy your sweet-tooth and your need for salty'ness all in one bite! It's the most glorious thing, a scrumptious bite of chocolate clinging on to a salty crunchy pretzel, then to be topped off with a toasted crunch satisfying pecan and oozing with warm caramel - what could be better?
Rolo Pretzel Turtles
Preheat your oven to 350
1. Upwrap your Rolos. Place pretzels on baking sheet. Top with a Rolo.
2. Bake in oven for 3-5 minutes, until the chocolate just begins to melt. The Rolo should be soft but not completely melted.
3. Remove from oven, place on cooling rack and immediately squish the chocolate with a nut. Watch the caramel oooze out.
IMPORTANT: Eat as many as you can while they are still warm. Go ahead, I give you permission to stuff yourselves with sugar.
Enjoy!
{Pictures and Recipe from Steamy Kitchen}
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
GORGEOUS!
I couldn't wait to post these amazing pictures of Lindsey & Grant. Their wedding and reception was at Thurman's Mansion in Driftwood. The day couldn't have been more gorgeous and the night was perfect for a surprise firework show for all their guests. They have such a true love for each other and it reflected in all their pictures.
Along with the expertise of Stacey with Petal Pushers we we able to create these wonderful bouquets and arrangements. We're so happy we could achieve their dream wedding!
Now check out these uber-fabulous wedding photos from Nichols Photography!
Destination Ireland - Cliffs of Mohr
The Cliffs of Mohr are located in County Clare, there is an on-site cafe that is available for catering, and I think I had the best quiche I've ever had in life there! And the stew was amazing!!!
Some things to keep in mind:
- This is a public site, so make sure you know the rules when planning an event here.
- It is super windy here, so beware - no tents!!! It would act like a huge kite- YIKES!
- The weather is slightly unpredictable, we started our day a bit misty, but then it was beautiful, then it started to rain...
- Definitely plan in the summer, it can cold other times of the year
Here are some other pictures of the Cliffs of Mohr - simply amazing!
It's windy! Forget about good hair days! And it's cold, look at how people are dressed - remember we went in the winter, it was between 30-40 degrees (0-10 C)
Monday, March 17, 2008
Destination Ireland
If you are considering getting married in Ireland there are a few things to keep in mind. On the left you'll see an amazing 16th Century Castle Tower. This is the castle that we stayed in on our trip to Ireland.
As a Wedding Consultant and seeing what feels like a bazillion reception sites. I couldn't help but think that this castle photographs really well, but isn't as perfect as it might seem for a wedding reception. Unless you are planning on less than 30 guests - in that case it's perfect.
With that said here are some things to consider first, before planning a destination wedding:
- Always have a site visit to the location before planning your wedding there based on photographs alone
- Ask how they've set up the venue in the past, what works - what doesn't
- Consider the exchange rate, currently the Euro is far surpassing the dollar so for every Euro you spend you are actually spending $1.57 - YIKES!
- Take a look at the local vendors you'll be using, try their food, ask how many staff members they'll be using.
- Know what your menu will entail, in Ireland, a BBQ is very different than what we think a BBQ is
Knowing the price of the Euro is so high, you might consider bringing in your own photographer from the US, because if the photographer in Ireland costs 1700E that's really $2669 - and this way your photographer is close to you.
Happy St. Patty's Day!!! Drink a Guinness!
Friday, March 14, 2008
Waterford - How it's Made...
Do you ever wonder where your champagne flutes came from, or your fine wine goblets or that amazing water pitcher that you never use? Well, while in Ireland my husband I visited the Waterford Factory in Waterford, Ireland. What an amazing experience!
Here are some video's to help give you a better understanding of really just how handmade these products truly are. It's seriously incredible!
This is how they hand make the handle for their water pitchers, such an art! I just can't believe they do it with out a mold, it's all done by eye!
Here is me helping finish off a Beautiful Water Pitcher! What an experience!
Top 5 of the Week
Angela & Manny
This was on October wedding at Austin 71. Awesome venue - even lovelier couple. Angela's mom was unable to make the wedding from Florida, so they used their Mac computer and streamed the ceremony live over the internet. Gotta love technology!
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Slowly, but surely!
April 14, 2008
Kelly & Marc - Keller Landing on Lake Travis
Yes, I know its almost a year ago, but hey, at least I did it BEFORE a year passed! Right?
Beautiful photography by Photography by Vanessa
Credits:
Photography by Vanessa
Ciola's Restaurant - Catering
Floral - Lucie's Events
Hair & Makeup - LucieMarie On Location
Music - Bill Small on Guitar and DJ Willis Warren
Tux Montage
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This is some of what Tux got into while in Ireland -
- Botox is done at every Pharmacy, so we've got BoTux
- At The Waterford Factory, Tux went across the Do Not Cross Line - Bad Tux!
- Malted Tux - He played in the Malt Sea at The Guinness Storehouse
- Whiskey Tux - He had to try them all :)
- I'm King of the World... well that explains itself :)
- And well.... he was thirsty
And my favorite.... The Vice Roy of Ireland... that's Sir Tux to you....
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Marriage Contract
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Destination Castle
She showed me the ballrooms, the guest rooms, the spa - we had tea and scones with jam and clotted cream in The Gallery next to the fire place.
It was an absolutely fantastic experience. If you are looking to get married in County Claire, Ireland - this is certainly your place! Here are some more photographs:
This is the ballroom - there is also a "pre-function" area that is a downstairs area that is just magnificent.
These are my scones and tea, with clotted cream (yum- by the way!!!) with jam:One of the guest rooms:If you are getting married in Ireland or just visiting this amazing country-side, please take some time to visit this amazing location, it's truly something to behold.