Life & Business - Design Sponge - Gail Johnson Weddings & Events

In my second life I always dreamt of being an interior designer. I have always had a love for every unique design element and décor. Well, well, well what a surprise when I opened my email box and saw an email from the editor of Design Sponge, Design*Sponge one of my favorite blogs – a daily read! They wanted to feature ME! You never know who is watching you, feeling very thankful. ‪#‎wedgail‬ ‪#‎wedcentral‬ ‪#‎weddesigngirl‬ ‪#‎designsponge‬‪#‎callthepraisedancers‬

Office - Perfect Signature Piece

I'm starting a series on office decor (home or studio) starting with a WOW statement piece. I picked a statement piece for my office that would last a lifetime - a mirror credenza. The crendenza's main purpose was to provide storage since I didn't have a closet and needed a way to hide items. Also, if I decided to close my office, this piece would look great in my house and could easily be incorporated into my home decor.

The credenza has increased in value - I purchased my Borghese from Z Gallarie six years ago for $899, the same piece is now valued at $1299 on their website.

Borghese Mirror Credenza

Decide on a statement piece that will work best for your space....chairs, table, bookcase, desk. Check out some of my favorites from Pottery Barn, Z Gallerie and World Market. Once you have a statement piece then you can start pulling in accessories as you build your perfect office space.

Ken Fulk Admiral Side Chair - Pottery Barn

Ken Fulk Admiral Bar Cart - Pottery Barn

Isabella Cabinet - Z Gallerie

Emeald Marian Loveseat - World Market

A Charming Love Story at Omni Amelia Island - Day 3

I was among a handful of wedding planners and event insiders invited to spend time at the Omni Hotel Amelia Island Resort. All things must come to an end - so this is my last post on A Charming Love Story at Omni Amelia Island. We had the most delightful brunch overlooking the Ocean Links #6 golf course and beach. The Chef prepared a meal for a groom's rehearsal complete with mini purple potatoes and golf theme inspired table by PRI. After brunch, we headed to the Presidential Suite to hang out before our shuttle took us to the airport. Thank you so much staff at Omni for working so hard to put together a beautiful event (Carol, Emily, Whitney, Mary, Chef and the staff of the Omni)

Orange slices, bacon, sausage

Best French toast with berries

Brunch with Chef

Brunch overlooking the beach and gold course

Brunch styling 

Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite 

Just Charmed - The End!

Talk with Tami - Caftans Girls Night In

Planning parties for the ultimate party girl Tammi Reed of Talking with Tami. I love when she calls and tells me - let's plan a party. Here's the details and you know my style so be creative - words that make my heart sing. Her girl's night in was a small, intimate gathering where we laughed, laughed and shared stories, good food and drinks in our stylish caftans.

Anthropologie - Chama Caftan

Moet Mimosa Drink up Bitch - LOL

Alex, Johnnalynn, Tami, Gail, Christine

Mouth Jarring Experience - Cobb Country Salad

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Navid & Monica in Jezebel

I always smile when I see my clients featured and Navid & Monica aka Barbie and Ken were featured in April issue of Jezebel magazine. How cute are these two? Photos by Heidi Geidhauser.

Decorative Document Pillows - Marriage License, Movie Tickets and More

These are the coolest DIY project EVER - check out this easy tutorial for making document pillows.  A great way to document your special event or even a fun gift for the bride/groom. Check out a Beautiful Mess blog for great inspiration.

Cat Studio - Atlanta Frosted Glasses Wedding Favors

I had a bride and groom give out this Atlanta glasses as wedding favors to their guests. I still have mines in my studio as a reminder of their stylish wedding. Branding their Atlanta wedding with frosted glasses by Cat Studio was genius. I also found the pillows on the company website, these would look great in any office or home.

Office Style

I've been busy styling my new studio space and can't wait for the grand reveal. Still have a few more things to do including floor paint, accessories and special touches. I look stripes (very evident from my last space) but decided to go BOLD - yes, it is a new year.  I picked Black/White stripes for the office area, my conference area is Metallics (gold, silver, cream and maybe some blush) and small Bubbly bar refreshment center.

Here are some of my favorite things.

DIY Washi Tape Calendar

Well, well, well look what I found - a calendar made with washi tape. I can think of so many ways to use and make my own version of this calendar. I love Japanese washi tape, sticky notes and the creative process of design. Now, I just need to find a blank wall to create my masterpiece.

Happy New Year - 2015 Gail Johnson Weddings & Events

I'm so excited about 2015 even though it is going to be hard to top 2014! Here are a few photos that included weddings, baby showers, social events and a few celebrities and lots of Press. Unfortunately, I can't post pictures from some of my weddings/events due to client's confidentiality, but here are a few highlights from 2014. Bring on 2015! The sky is the limit.