tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9702334030891986032024-03-12T21:37:43.178-05:00What Louisa Loveshome décor inspirationLouisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.comBlogger100125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-84174090619982927052012-02-05T18:49:00.002-06:002012-02-05T18:51:11.909-06:00Recap: Georgia Welcome Baskets<div style="text-align: justify;">Many of our guests traveled to Atlanta to be with us on our wedding day. We definitely wanted to welcome them to the great state of Georgia with a basket full of goodies! </div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Contents of our welcome baskets:</div><div style="text-align: center;">A Bushel Basket</div><div style="text-align: center;">Wedding Weekend Itinerary </div><div style="text-align: center;">Bottle of Coca-Cola </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.georgiagiftsforless.com/gepejebe.html" target="_blank">Jelly Belly Pack - Peach</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.gapeanuts.com/giftshop.asp" target="_blank">Georgia Peanuts</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.jennybevlin.com/" target="_blank">Personalized Door Hanger</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Welcome to Georgia <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/inkscissors" target="_blank">Mason Jar Tag</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">and a peach of course!</div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-72907606599365181132012-02-04T13:22:00.002-06:002012-02-05T18:51:46.102-06:00Recap: Reception Details<div style="text-align: justify;">I had so much fun planning our reception decor and was excited to see my vision come alive on our wedding day! Everything, from the romantic table linens to the hand-picked milk glass vases, helped pull together <strike>our</strike> my vintage garden theme :) I am now inserting a real-time quote from Mr. CF regarding the outcome of our reception decor, "hmm...it looked good babe!" Success!</div><br />
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Stationary (Escort & Table Numbers): <a href="http://www.jennybevlin.com/" target="_blank">Jenny Bevlin</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">DIY Ribbon Wand Tutorial: <a href="http://misscuddlefish.blogspot.com/2011/02/diy-ribbon-wands.html" target="_blank">Here </a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Chiavari Chairs: <a href="http://www.werentatlanta.com/" target="_blank">We Rent Atlanta </a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Photography: <a href="http://tinarowden.com/" target="_blank">Tina Rowden </a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Bird Place Cards: <a href="http://www.timelesspaper.com/" target="_blank">Timeless Paper</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Flowers: <a href="http://www.bleusoireeproductions.com/" target="_blank">Bleu Soiree Productions</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Birdcages: <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/" target="_blank">Pottery Barn</a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Linens: <a href="http://www.bbjlinen.com/" target="_blank">BBJ</a></div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-80409337093550828612012-02-02T21:16:00.001-06:002012-02-02T21:21:26.397-06:00Recap: Cocktails in the Garden<div style="text-align: justify;">Our cocktail hour started at 8:30 pm, immediately following our ceremony. Guests made their way to the Mansion from the church and were greeted by pretty flowers and a <a href="http://nellarigell.com/" target="_blank">classical harpist</a>.</div><br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;"> Soon after, they were enjoying the music, drinks, and hors d'oeuvres under the full moon.</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The Mansion on Peachtree arranged a private room for Mr. CF and I to relax in while our guests were at the cocktail hour. They had food and drinks for us and were on hand to get us anything we asked for. I know I should have tried to relax during that time but all I could think about were our family and friends! I wanted to be out in the garden with them, enjoying their company and the beautiful scenery. I ran out onto the 2nd floor balcony which overlooked the garden and stood there for a minute, unnoticed. I took it all in and reminded myself that I was watching MY wedding. It was beautiful and real and the people I loved most were right there! A good friend of mine eventually noticed me and everyone looked up as I waved. I, alone, had my royal balcony moment but where was my cuddlefish? Oh right, still eating in the other room! I ran back to him, grabbed his hand and said "let's go!" We hurried downstairs and enjoyed some extra time with our guests. It was great! :)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;">My dad was very Italian (obviously) and, you know those Italian men, they like to wear gold chains. When my mom first met my dad his birthday was coming up soon. Their relationship wasn't truly defined just yet so she was unsure of what to buy him as a gift. She chose a gold chain with a St. Anthony medal hanging from it. He put it on and didn't take it off...ever. When my dad was hit by a car later in life while crossing the street, the paramedics cut his necklace off of him. They couldn't get the clasp to open (it was fused shut since he hadn't used it) so they had to cut it. After his death, I got the necklace and my mom had it repaired. I carried that down the aisle with me along with <a href="http://misscuddlefish.blogspot.com/2012/01/recap-bouquet.html" target="_blank">my bouquet</a>. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">So, our organist recommended that we choose a slow song to have the girls walk down the aisle to as it would more appropriately lead into "Ave Maria". Ave Maria is a very prayerful piece and has always been a favorite of mine. Long before I was engaged, I dreamt of walking down the aisle to a vocalist singing that song. Our organist said that in his 25 years at the church, he never saw a bride walk to Ave Maria and wasn't quite sure if it was appropriate for the occasion. I, on the other hand, believed it was a fitting choice as my mother was giving me away. It was a dream that I was not willing to let go of and in the end he supported my decision, played it on the organ beautifully, and recommend the <a href="http://www.katiembaughman.com/" target="_blank">most amazing soprano</a> to sing it for us. The music far exceeded my expectations. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">At the alter, my husband was not the only one waiting for me. A photo of my dad (in which he was wearing a suit and tie with his hand in a bag of potato chips) was present along with a candle that was lit by my sister in his memory. It was wonderful seeing him up there! Here are a few of my favorite ceremony photos!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I took my mom's hand and felt at ease and ready to go! She, on the other hand, was not so relaxed. She often said over the course of my engagement that she had inherited all of my nerves. She was right. If I got stressed or second-guessed my decisions for even one minute, I would talk to her about it and then I immediately felt better and let it go. Despite her worries about executing such a big event, and tripping down the aisle, it all went smoothly as I knew it would. My mother provided me with <u>endless</u> love and support throughout the whole wedding planning process and it was such an honor to have her walk me down the aisle. I wouldn't have wanted any other person by my side during that most important moment of my life. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The music started and off we went!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The cantor sang "Ave Maria" beautifully.</td></tr>
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</tbody></table><div style="text-align: justify;">There, at the alter, my handsome groom was waiting for me. I was so ready to be his wife!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;">We were early, which gave our photographer a little more time to snap some pictures. We knew there was an outdoor courtyard which would serve as the perfect backdrop for photos, so we headed that way. When we got out there, we were surprised to see the guys through one of the old, large windows! Luckily we already saw each other because there was Mr. CF looking out!</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Of course I had to go over and greet my future husband!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">So he ended up seeing my in my veil before the ceremony after all! But I couldn't be upset because it was SO romantic to see him reaching out to me through that church window!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">We took few more pics before it was time for the the big moment.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: justify;">Mainly, I really wanted to make sure that everything we incorporated into our day was meaningful. Traditions or customs that we didn't feel emotionally connected to, we chose to leave out. One example is that we didn't do a bouquet/garter toss. I eventually chose to carry a bouquet along with my dad's necklace down the aisle and was happy with my choice to combine both options. Now I just love looking at pictures of those pretty flowers wrapped in lace and secured with a pink cameo! My bouquet included English Garden Roses, Ranunculus, Succulents, and Scabiosa Pods. </div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">{All photos are by <a href="http://www.tinarowden.com/" target="_blank">Tina Rowden Photography</a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Flowers by <a href="http://www.bleusoireeproductions.com/" target="_blank">Bleu Soiree Productions</a>}</div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-65268465795773713252012-01-25T19:30:00.008-06:002012-01-30T12:38:58.584-06:00Recap: Portraits<div style="text-align: justify;">By the look on my love's face, you would think that it was the first time he saw my crazy high heels. But no, it was not. You see, I walked around the house in my shoes for several months before our big day! Breaking them in, adjusting to the height, and dreaming of the day that I'd finally be able to wear them while walking down that long marble aisle at the Cathedral of Christ the King. Being the jokester (and apparently good actor) that he is, Mr. Cuddlefish seemed shocked by the sight of my shoes (see picture below)! I just love him! <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Below are a few more portraits we took before heading over to the church. </div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6NOGiyb5GqY/TyCp8jzMPPI/AAAAAAAAAmc/lp-qFaU_fyE/s1600/LDBH-0107.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6NOGiyb5GqY/TyCp8jzMPPI/AAAAAAAAAmc/lp-qFaU_fyE/s400/LDBH-0107.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W46y6MGgxGI/TyCp_BWtfzI/AAAAAAAAAmk/3tcX7lm-qFU/s1600/LDBH-0109.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W46y6MGgxGI/TyCp_BWtfzI/AAAAAAAAAmk/3tcX7lm-qFU/s400/LDBH-0109.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F8Zkgf0ua9c/TyCr1REBKEI/AAAAAAAAAm0/zbYHjg2n80Q/s1600/LDBH-0186.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F8Zkgf0ua9c/TyCr1REBKEI/AAAAAAAAAm0/zbYHjg2n80Q/s400/LDBH-0186.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PgNi9ng5dHQ/TyCr3V7Wl1I/AAAAAAAAAm8/WGFE4wXFHoU/s1600/LDBH-0249.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PgNi9ng5dHQ/TyCr3V7Wl1I/AAAAAAAAAm8/WGFE4wXFHoU/s400/LDBH-0249.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Yy2mdADCd34/TyCr5YNIfOI/AAAAAAAAAnE/QOtcJCDNo1c/s1600/LDBH-0251.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Yy2mdADCd34/TyCr5YNIfOI/AAAAAAAAAnE/QOtcJCDNo1c/s400/LDBH-0251.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fRYHIO7UEZQ/TyCr7n1KdKI/AAAAAAAAAnM/jWTcP5e2ms8/s1600/LDBH-0262.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fRYHIO7UEZQ/TyCr7n1KdKI/AAAAAAAAAnM/jWTcP5e2ms8/s400/LDBH-0262.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-M1bVtvIQmQs/TyCr_mQuoBI/AAAAAAAAAnc/4R8NgPmIXa4/s1600/LDBH-0297.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-M1bVtvIQmQs/TyCr_mQuoBI/AAAAAAAAAnc/4R8NgPmIXa4/s400/LDBH-0297.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SxmRYBXkJnM/TyCsBCZSf9I/AAAAAAAAAnk/Nnes3ysDlzU/s1600/LDBH-0319.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SxmRYBXkJnM/TyCsBCZSf9I/AAAAAAAAAnk/Nnes3ysDlzU/s400/LDBH-0319.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H2SDtXNvxKU/TyCsCvMljwI/AAAAAAAAAns/94Tu1LHzj6A/s1600/LDBH-0329.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H2SDtXNvxKU/TyCsCvMljwI/AAAAAAAAAns/94Tu1LHzj6A/s400/LDBH-0329.jpg" width="266" /></a></div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-27008808862870969632012-01-22T15:00:00.003-06:002012-01-28T08:45:51.681-06:00Recap: The Guys<div style="text-align: justify;">I shared some pictures of the beautiful ladies in our wedding party and want to make sure I show the guys some love too! You'll notice that our wedding party had three guys and eight girls. We never even thought twice about this (having an unequal number) as we just asked the people who we were closest to. We also had two wonderful ushers who you'll see pictures of later! The guys wore traditional Calvin Klein tuxes from Men's Warehouse. To my surprise, they even wore suspenders (something I wanted but Mr. CF nixed)! I guess at the last moment they decided to put them on. I love a man in suspenders! </div><br />
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Would you consider having an unequal number of guys and girls in your bridal party? Did you or your fiance decide on the guys attire?Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-29914275935484876772012-01-21T17:23:00.002-06:002012-01-26T22:15:08.453-06:00Recap: First Look<div style="text-align: justify;">Initially, having a "first look" was something that Mr. CF and I did not agree on. I wanted to have one for many reasons and he didn't (for his own very good reasons). Now, I'll be honest and tell you that my sweet husband did not have many demands when it came to our wedding. He simply wanted good food, not a whole lot of pink, some vanilla cake (he doesn't eat chocolate!), and for us<i> not</i> to do a first look. So, for a time, I put the decision on the back burner and considered not having one.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">As the date grew closer, I started thinking about our ceremony time which was at 7 PM. I looked online at the projected sunset time and realized that if we didn't do a first look, we wouldn't have any portraits of just the two of us in the beautiful English garden. I also liked the idea of us first seeing each other in private, where we could take some time to cry, hug, kiss, and talk without having all eyes on us. I brought these things up to my love and he agreed that all of those things would be nice. I am so happy that we decided to do one! When I watch our interaction during this time on our wedding video I just cry a million happy tears. To see how we embraced and to hear the words we were able to share...it is just amazing. We definitely would not have had that moment if we saw each other for the first time in church.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I chose not to wear my veil for our first look so that there would be that added element in church. And for the record, we did have two layers of vanilla cake, good food, and not too many pink roses :)</div><br />
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We took a few pictures in the English Garden and used our cute umbrellas to shade us from the sun. I rented these vintage pagodas from <a href="http://vintage.bellaumbrella.com/default2.aspx" target="_blank">Bella Umbrella</a> (an umbrella shop based in Seattle, WA) and was more than pleased with the process. They were definitely a fun photo prop and worked well with the look I was going for! </div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>My sweet niece Miranda was the perfect Junior Bridesmaid! She wore a wreath of flowers in her hair and a cute pink <a href="http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Bubble-Hem-Crinkle-Chiffon-and-Charmeuse-Dress-JB4215_Bridal-Party-Bridesmaids-Junior-Bridesmaids" target="_blank">bubble hem dress</a>.<br />
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My bridesmaids looked beautiful in navy gowns by <a href="http://barijay.com/style.php?style=225" target="_blank">Bari Jay</a>. I just loved the sweetheart neckline, the flower detailing on the shoulder, and the soft flowing chiffon. Seriously, this dress was so flattering and looked amazing on everyone. It also fit the romantic garden theme of our wedding. <br />
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My Maid of Honor, Karla, looked elegant and stunning in a coordinating <a href="http://barijay.com/style.php?coll=barijay&showid=346" target="_blank">navy gown</a> (also by Bari Jay). She picked this out on her own and I just loved the rhinestone pin on the shoulder and the chiffon train.<br />
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I am so thankful to have these girls in my life and it was a blessing to have them stand by my side on my wedding day!<br />
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Stay tuned for our first look!Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-21105769096738155272011-11-28T21:14:00.005-06:002012-02-02T21:54:22.799-06:00Recap: Getting Ready<div style="text-align: justify;">So there may be such a thing as being <i>too</i> relaxed on your wedding day...yes, that was me. I was so busy watching all my girls get prettied up and sneaking into the ballroom to check the status of the decor that I lost track of the time! I was so unconcerned about my own hair and makeup that I ended up getting both done last! Oops! My hair and makeup artists had to rush so we could get to picture taking on time. I nearly gave our photographer a heart attack, Tina I'm so sorry! All that being said, everything worked out and I wasn't worried at all. Looking back, and knowing my own strict and somewhat anal personality, I'm shocked that the time crunch didn't bother me. I think I was just so happy and so excited that literally nothing could get me down. The day was absolutely perfect! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">While I was getting my makeup done... </div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My lovely bridesmaid was putting the final touches on our dresses!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div> Mom zipped me up...<br />
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Any my oh so attentive Maid of Honor helped me into my 5" heels!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Oh how I love those heels...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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The girls posed in their cute <a href="http://plumprettysugar.com/" target="_blank">plum pretty sugar</a> pajama pants...<br />
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before stepping into their freshly steamed dresses.<br />
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When we were all ready, we headed out to the garden for some sweet pics!<br />
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Those pictures as well as our "first look" shots are coming soon!Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-6876734677238210952011-11-26T23:59:00.010-06:002012-02-04T13:23:32.283-06:00Recap: Bridal Details<div style="text-align: justify;">Finally it was time to head to the "bridal suite" right outside the ballroom to get ready. There, waiting for me, was my dress...</div><br />
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My shoes...<br />
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My garter...<br />
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My bouquet...<br />
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</div>And my beloved Flora!<br />
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<div style="text-align: justify;">All of my bridesmaids and my mom and sister were there. We ate lunch, got our hair and makeup done, and had fun gabbing away! I also found a few minutes to sneak (barefoot and in my robe) into the ballroom where the chiavari chairs and birdcage centerpieces were being set up. My visions were turning into a reality right before my eyes and I was SO happy with what I saw! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">All photos were taken by our photographer, <a href="http://tinarowden.com/" target="_blank">Tina Rowden</a>.</div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-48250496609207451932011-11-26T10:56:00.006-06:002012-01-30T12:33:04.338-06:00Recap: Wedding Morning<div style="text-align: justify;">I know, I've been away from my blog for months...and months. But finally, I am ready and able (have pictures and video) to post our wedding recaps! They'll be coming a little at a time and I'm really excited share them with you! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I went to bed at 12:00 am on my wedding day. At 11:45, just fifteen minutes before, I arrived back to my hotel room from hanging out with family and friends. I checked my to-do list, twice. Yes, everything was done. All that was left for me to do was get some sleep, relax, and marry my love. I laid in bed and smiled myself to sleep. My alarm was set to go off at 8:00 am and my eyes popped open at 7:58 am. For those two minutes, I savored the moment. Today was THE day and I felt calm, collected, and loved.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">I knew I had a while to wait before getting ready so I got dressed (in my cute custom "Bride" dress that Mr. CF bought me) and hung out with my best friends! Breakfast, CVS, Marshalls...you heard me right. Everything was done so we spent our time looking for false eyelashes (for my MOH) and comfy flip-flops at the store! :) I then gave the girls a tour of <a href="http://www.rwmansiononpeachtree.com/" target="_blank">The Mansion on Peachtree</a> and had fun playing with some details, trying on my veil, and anticipating how everything would turn out!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Stay tuned to see some bridal details!</div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-11277978684563514152011-07-30T09:18:00.002-05:002011-07-30T09:19:39.745-05:0014 days...The early morning light hit my ring at just the right angle this morning. It filled the room with prisms of rainbow-colored light. I didn't move. I sat, smiled, and reminded myself that two weeks from today I will be marrying the love of my life. The man that makes me feel so beautiful, so important, and so irreplaceable. I can't imagine myself in any other place or with any other person. What we have is exactly what God has intended for us. I know that because everything just <i>feels</i> right. <br />
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As of today, I have officially ended all of my projects. What's done is done (yay!) and what's not done are the things that really weren't important in the first place. I've worked so hard over the last year planning, designing, and DIYing and I just <i>know</i> that everything is going to fall into place and be absolutely wonderful. I am SO looking forward to these last two weeks. Staying focused on my job, cooking dinner and laying on the couch with Mr. CF...relaxing!<br />
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Our engagement had it's share of ups and downs, but let's face it, planning a wedding is stressful!!! Looking back, what I can remember are all the fun moments like our menu and cake tasting, making decisions together, and receiving more love and support from family & friends than I could ever imagine possible. I am so excited for the<i> beginning</i> of our life together!Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-84026190423613002582011-06-24T21:48:00.000-05:002011-06-24T21:48:09.979-05:00Easiest DIY Project {EVER}In addition to our wedding cake, we are going to have a table of specialty European style cakes at our wedding. Tiramisu, Cheesecake, Chocolate Hazelnut Cake, etc. They are going to be so good! So, I've been pulling out all of my cake stands and realized that I was one short. I browsed around online and found that making your own cake stand is the easiest DIY project ever! I am not kidding.<br />
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So, off to the antique shop I went. I found a beautiful milk glass candle holder for $3 and a gorgeous old plate (with handles) for $4. I came home, and with the help of my tube of Epoxy (Gorilla brand, found in the glue aisle at Home Depot), glued them together! Let it dry for 90 minutes and viola! My new cake plate:<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">What was the easiest DIY project you completed?</div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-20822708621509500412011-06-23T20:23:00.000-05:002011-06-23T20:23:49.699-05:00My Orlando Bridal TeaI was blessed with two of the most beautiful bridal showers I have ever seen. I am so excited to share the pictures with you all! Today, I will share my lovely Orlando shower thrown for me by my sister and my mom. It was a tea party held at an old Victorian mansion and it was a lot of fun! Thank you to <a href="http://www.bhessphotography.com/">Brian Hess Photography</a> for the beautiful pictures :)<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dYhI10qMtt0/TgPlW17te8I/AAAAAAAAAec/WrNi7CHzVjU/s1600/Table.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dYhI10qMtt0/TgPlW17te8I/AAAAAAAAAec/WrNi7CHzVjU/s400/Table.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> The sign-in table that my mom decorated!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZCtF4lg6ZDs/TgPlXRQ-38I/AAAAAAAAAeg/MfTZSKzBOyM/s1600/teapot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZCtF4lg6ZDs/TgPlXRQ-38I/AAAAAAAAAeg/MfTZSKzBOyM/s400/teapot.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Teapot Centerpiece</div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-27761502999797372512011-06-22T18:12:00.000-05:002011-06-22T18:12:49.760-05:00This is just the beginning!Tell me ladies, have you heard this?<br />
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"Gosh, you spend so much time planning your wedding and making sure everything is perfect and then the day goes by so fast and you don't remember any of it!"<br />
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I've heard this multiple times over the course of my engagement and here is my very public response.<br />
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Wedding planning to me is not about our wedding day, August 13th, 2011, it's about much more than that. From the day I met my love, to our amazing engagement on August 20th, 2010, I have had so many meaningful experiences that made me realize that this is not about one day of fun, it's about planning for and working towards a lifetime of love and happiness. The parties where I'm surrounded by my closest family and friends, financial discussions, pre-cana marriage prep process, trying on dresses with my mom, compromise about what's important and what's not...that is what this experience is all about. I truly believe that each and every one of those experiences have made me a better woman, friend, and future wife. I feel so close to and supported by the people around me and it is the most wonderful feeling. Major life events bring us together and I have definitely witnessed that first hand.<br />
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You all know that I've spent countless hours planning this wedding and it's because I'm designing our reception to reflect CF and I as a couple. It will be formal enough to fit the sacredness of the occasion yet romantic and fun (like we are)! We want our guests to be treated like kings and queens because that is how they've made us feel all our lives. This won't be an ordinary night, where we "make due" and "settle"...it will be the most special celebration of our lives and our guests will know it! No, the wedding day is not the end, it's the beginning. It's so close now and I can hardly wait!Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-47538294026555611872011-06-08T21:44:00.001-05:002011-06-08T21:45:42.017-05:00Wedding Wedding EverywhereI am laying on my living room floor right now surrounded by stuff. Honestly, my house has never been this messy. I am covered in coupons, ribbon, shower gifts, bridesmaids gifts, and endless unfinished craft projects. You know, the ribbon wands, picture frames for the photo wall, personalized hangers, survival kits, etc. If I look hard enough I might even be able to find a cute curly-haired dog or my wonderful fiance :-) They've got to be around here somewhere! <br />
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Yes, I am officially in the "holy crap I'm getting married in 9 weeks and I haven't <strike>finished</strike> started my DIY projects" phase! The pressure is on and I promise I'm starting to get things done (and documenting the process). I've always worked best under pressure!<br />
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What DIY project are you currently in the middle of?Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-79634047694205263712011-06-02T20:50:00.002-05:002011-06-02T20:51:56.355-05:00My Very Talented FriendSo I have a wonderful friend and her name is Jenny. She is very creative, crafty, and talented. In addition, she shares my love of all things girly! Ruffles, pink, glitter, hearts...if it's cute, we love it! So, as the wedding to-do list got longer and longer, I asked for her help and (thankfully) she was up to the challenge of working with me! :)<br />
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This girl is truly an event planner at heart and I've asked her to plan my bridesmaids' bruncheon. All I did was tell her the style I wanted (feminine with a little Southern charm) and she sent me back the most amazing inspiration boards full of details that I just couldn't take my eyes off of! She's that good and if you live in Florida and are planning a wedding you might just want to hire her. Check out her <a href="http://jennybevlin.com/">website</a> and <a href="http://jennybevlin.com/blog/">blog</a> where she offers a lot of DIY projects, personalized stationary that you can download, wedding invitations, save the date magnets, and more! Oh, she also designs/sells the cutest cell phone covers! If only I had an iPhone. <br />
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Pretty adorable right! My girls are in for such a treat!!!<br />
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Are you doing everything yourself, or are you enlisting the help of a very crafty friend?Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-30879688596837384272011-05-29T20:14:00.006-05:002011-06-02T20:52:48.360-05:00Fun Favors!Ahh favors...they have come such a long way over the last few years! What used to be useless trinkets are now delicious edible treats or tiny gifts that really reflect the couple giving them! I am so excited about the favor we chose and I feel certain that our guests are going to love it too! (That's all I can say about that!)<br />
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Looking for some cute favor ideas for your wedding?<br />
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How 'bout a box full of Cuties! I love these little clementines and they would make such a great (and healthy) post-wedding snack for your guests! This would be perfect for couples living in California, which is where they are grown. I also think they'd be cute for Florida couples...oranges, cuties...close enough!<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UeGuMh-sRx8/TeLnA5OkPPI/AAAAAAAAAdM/Q4OCUACmIzY/s1600/cuties5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UeGuMh-sRx8/TeLnA5OkPPI/AAAAAAAAAdM/Q4OCUACmIzY/s320/cuties5.jpg" width="272" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.middleofthemapweddings.com/tag/cuties/">Source</a>}</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Looking for a less healthy option? How about some Krispy Kreme doughnuts? Seriously, if I were a guest at a wedding and I saw these sitting on the favor table, I would jump for joy! YUM!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2F2AJsaUQdw/TeLosxwQ4_I/AAAAAAAAAdQ/KEICCmfP3pI/s1600/krispy+creme.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2F2AJsaUQdw/TeLosxwQ4_I/AAAAAAAAAdQ/KEICCmfP3pI/s1600/krispy+creme.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/Real-Weddings/21036/detailview.aspx?id=21036&type=3&wedding+details=Favors">Source</a>}</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Oh Macarons, must you be so cute?!?! If you are having a French Parisian themed reception, this just might be the perfect favor for you!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ezM5l8lBDu4/TeLpaokiGTI/AAAAAAAAAdU/6bKP8C4RO4E/s1600/macaroons.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ezM5l8lBDu4/TeLpaokiGTI/AAAAAAAAAdU/6bKP8C4RO4E/s320/macaroons.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://kitchenmusings.com/2009/05/petites-bouchees-cupcake-wedding-cake-in-richmond-bride-mag.html">Source</a>}<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;">Do you love s'mores as much as I love s'mores? These little DIY bags are easy and inexpensive to make! And, of course, they are super cute!!!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oe3myFiRgYY/TeLq8nwgwkI/AAAAAAAAAdY/8Bf_bXGyB5k/s1600/tumblr_livk16bOTT1qdghmso1_500.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oe3myFiRgYY/TeLq8nwgwkI/AAAAAAAAAdY/8Bf_bXGyB5k/s320/tumblr_livk16bOTT1qdghmso1_500.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> {<a href="http://www.favorcraver.com/page/14">Source</a>}</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Looking for some non-edible options?<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;">This one's for the girls! Perfect for a beach wedding! Or, perfect if you just want your female guests to be comfy while they dance the night away!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JoudWeVbask/TeLsD0XNFSI/AAAAAAAAAdc/2BD7V-jhjEE/s1600/flip+flops.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JoudWeVbask/TeLsD0XNFSI/AAAAAAAAAdc/2BD7V-jhjEE/s320/flip+flops.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.favorcraver.com/page/21">Source</a>}</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">Do you ever use party crackers on New Year's Eve? This is one of Mr. CF's family traditions and I think it would be so cute as a wedding favor. All the guests can mingle and show each other what *useless trinket* they got! Okay, I know I said that favors shouldn't be useless trinkets but when they come in a tulle covered cracker tube, they are fun! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ever since I was a kid, I have LOVED lottery scratch-off tickets (bad, I know)! I don't ever buy them but I LOVE when Santa leaves them in my stocking :) How cute are these "lucky in love" lottery ticket favors? </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Looking for more wedding favor ideas? Check out one of my favorite wedding-related blogs, <a href="http://www.favorcraver.com/">Favor Craver</a>!!!<br />
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Are you giving guests favors at your wedding? If so, what are you giving? </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Then, one night as I was flipping through a magazine, I found it! <i>The one</i>! The perfume that will always trigger special memories of our special day. I knew that my search was over. Mr. CF looked perplexed as I frantically ripped the page from magazine, sat on the couch, and proceeded to rub that piece of paper all over my neck and wrists! You know they say that you have to try it on to make sure it still smells the same! Yes, that was it. I don't own this amazing scent yet (it's the only thing on my birthday list this year), but once I do it will not be worn until our wedding day. Can't wait!<br />
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Is there a certain perfume that triggers a special memory for you?<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6OpmX75a9sY/TdRkuCnlE8I/AAAAAAAAAdI/-mw_AZdtQMs/s1600/Flora.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"> {<a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P257520&categoryId=B70">Flora by Gucci</a>}<br />
</div>Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-37972260938087648412011-05-15T21:32:00.001-05:002011-05-29T20:39:52.811-05:00Long Overdue Status Update!With under 3 months to go, I believe I'm officially in the final stage of wedding planning! I must say that the last nine months went by at a good pace and the process has been relatively stress-free (with the exception of paying the wedding bills, of course!) In my opinion, one year is plenty of time to plan a wedding and I feel like we have been able to get everything done and we were also able to book all of our top choice vendors. When you get married in a huge city like Atlanta, the good ones go fast! I am so confident and so in love with everyone we have working for us and I know that everything is going to come together perfectly.<br />
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So, what does one do in the final months of planning? Well, there's the fun little things! And then there's the tricky decisions to make on things that you've put off thinking about until now! <br />
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For example, little thing:<br />
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I purchased my wedding day earrings (I <i>love</i> Nadri) this weekend and am on the hunt for a bracelet.<br />
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</div>Tricky decisions (there are lots of these): <br />
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<ul><li>Head table with 19 people (too obnoxiously long?) or sweetheart table as shown below? </li>
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<ul><li>Super-stretch limo to fit said 19 people (too obnoxiously long?), or no limo? Or multiple limos? ::My head is spinning:: </li>
</ul><ul><li>Get hair/makeup done at salon or have artists come out to the hotel ($$)? Well OF COURSE I want them to come to the hotel. </li>
</ul><ul><li>Menus at every place setting or one menu at every table? Or, one menu in the entire ballroom written on a cute vintage-looking chalkboard? </li>
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</div><i>Must</i> the possibilities be endless?!?! Oh, who am I kidding, I <i>love</i> this!Louisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15079639746208618794noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-970233403089198603.post-75918864563600829882011-05-02T21:41:00.001-05:002011-05-02T21:42:45.453-05:00Engagement Photos!Okay, I know I haven't been posting a lot lately but I <i>have</i> been getting a lot accomplished. From ordering the cake and invitations, meeting with our planner (who is also doing our flowers), and selecting the readings for our Mass, LOTS of big decisions have been made! This truly is an exciting time and I cannot even believe that I am marrying my love in 103 days! <br />
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One thing that I shared with you all from the start was how high photography was on my list of priorities. I love looking at photos and I often spend many minutes looking at each one, noticing every detail. I knew that I wanted to find someone who not only brought the best out of Brian and I but who also had a great eye for detail and could capture it in each shot. I have entrusted <a href="http://blog.tinarowden.com/">Tina Rowden</a> with our wedding photos because she does just that. She has given us a gift that we will enjoy and share with others for the rest of our lives! <br />
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A sweet, vintage-inspired, scalloped invite to my bridal shower, which is being held in Orlando! My sister and my mom are planning a tea party, and if you look closely, the invite says "hats preferred but not required". I am <i><b>so</b></i> looking forward to seeing and spending time with my family and friends in a couple of weeks! Time to go shopping for a dress and a hat!<br />
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