America the Beautiful

Happy Memorial Day Everyone!!!

 

http://simplystated.realsimple.com/2009/07/02/4th-of-july-cocktail-recipes/

               

http://www.glorioustreats.com/2011/06/4th-of-july-flag-cake.html

http://www.heb.com/recipecat/Red--White-and-Blue-Parfait/4528003/100002

Here are some really fabulous ways to incorporate red, white and blue into your event in a tasteful, yet patriotic way! 

We hope you have a lovely Memorial Day filled with family, friends and food. Please remember to offer many thanks to our past and present soldiers who continue to fight for the freedom of this wonderful country. 

Citrus Summer

Summertime is a popular time for barbeques, parties, and weddings.  Why not make it a Citrus Summer?
I found some really creative ways to decorate for any occasion using a citrus color scheme.  I am absolutely in love with the bold, bright colors of lemon, orange, lime, and grapefruit with neutral undertones.  These colors are sure to bring a pop of cheerfulness to any occasion.

                                                      

http://burnettsboards.com/2013/04/citrus/

    

   

 

www.stylemepretty.com

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Happy Anniversary

Two years ago today, I married my best friend. My rock. He is more than a spouse, he is my encouragement, my #1 supporter and my biggest fan. He is the calm to my storm, the up to my down, the yin to my yang. He drives me crazy, but i'd surely go crazy without him. Thank you for everything you are and everything you do. I love you, David. Happy Anniversary! 

Wedding Dress Re-do

In just 4 days, I will be celebrating my two year anniversary with my darling husband. Thinking back on our wonderful wedding, I really don't think there is anything I would have done differently. Except maybe the dress... Don't get me wrong, I loved my dress. It was a beautiful, flowy, greek goddess looking, chiffon Romona Keveza number. But it was white. I think if I could have a wedding dress re-do I would go with either a soft gray or nude color.... and these Reem Acra dresses are TO.DIE.FOR. This is definitely the designer I would wear if I were to get married again tomorrow. I think I see a vow renewal in my future ;) 

With Mother's Day right around the corner, I thought it would be appropriate to provide some inspiration for those looking to veer away from the typical "hallmark card and flowers" Mother's Day gift. Etsy is jam packed with adorable gift ideas and creative mother's day cards! Here's a few I personally liked...

https://www.etsy.com/listing/128274918/mothers-day-card-printable-custom-diy?ref=sr_gallery_13&ga_search_query=mothers+day+card&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all&ga_facet=mothers+day+card

https://www.etsy.com/listing/97082301/mothers-day-card-letterpress-mothers-day?ref=sr_gallery_29&ga_search_query=mothers+day+card&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all&ga_facet=mothers+day+card

https://www.etsy.com/listing/130233715/mothers-day-card-floral-motif-recycled?ref=sr_gallery_5&ga_search_query=mothers+day+card&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=4&ga_search_type=all&ga_facet=mothers+day+card

https://www.etsy.com/listing/129791162/mothers-day-printable-pdf-instant?ref=sr_gallery_38&ga_search_query=mothers+day+gift&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=5&ga_search_type=all&ga_facet=mothers+day+gift

https://www.etsy.com/listing/121845147/initial-necklace-leaf-necklace-stone-in?ref=sr_gallery_35&ga_search_query=mothers+day+gift&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=5&ga_search_type=all&ga_facet=mothers+day+gift

Some Cake-spiration

Maggie Austin, you are amazing. That is all.

http://maggieaustincake.com/artist/

The Free Rentals Giveaway

I am so excited to have finally launched the {Free Rentals Giveaway} on our Facebook page yesterday! One lucky couple will receive free rentals for their wedding! The way it works is, whoever has the most "likes" on their picture by next Monday will win the contest! We have nine adorable couples in the running for this prize and they are all so deserving! Here they are:

Amanda & AJ

Katie & Chip

Bekah & Simon

Caroline & Scott

Carrie & Josh

Lauren & Jacob

Megan & Matthew

Natasha & Chris

Whitney & Nic