Love notes on the wedding day!

There is something very sweet about receiving a love note from your spouse to be on the day of the wedding. I've seen tears and laughter when the bride and groom read their cards before they head done the aisle. Here's one of my favorite cards found on etsy.

Postal Tips for the Modern Bride

The options for postage have come a long way. The post office offers a limited number of stamps (see below), but websites such as Zazzles offers a wider variety of custom stamps.  I have a few pointers:

1. Always weigh your envelopes before you mail them
2. Don't forget to put a stamp on the RSVP cards
3. Always, always ask the post office to hand stamp your envelopes so you don't damage your custom stamps or smear the ink

Paper Daisies Stationery

If you are looking for wedding, event, custom stationery or paper products, check out Paper Daisies Stationery. I've known owner, Lisa for a long time and she is my go to person for all of my client's stationery. Lisa is a former art teacher and the most creative person that I know. So, I am so excited for my friend who recently held a grand opening of her new shop in Chamblee, Georgia. For more information, check out Paper Daisies Stationery.

Wedding RSVPS 5 Tips for Success

Who knew there were so many options for guests to RSVP via response cards. Check out these examples from Hello Lucky.  Here are a few ideas that I've seen that work well?

1. Create a guest list in Excel/Numbers and number the backs of the cards so they correspond with your list. If a card is returned with no name, this is an easy way to figure out who replied

2. Write in the number of guests invited (example 2 invited) so guests clearly understand two people have reserved seats (see example below to help manage headcount)

3. Give yourself enough time to call guests who haven't responded

4. Offer your guests a second option such as on-line RSVP'ing via your wedding website

5. Tally, tally, tally

Vow Renewal - The Story of Us

I came across this stationery on Paper and Home. There is something about a vow renewal that melts my heart. The renewal isn't about starting over, but more about celebrating the years as husband and wife. I did a vow renewal at 15 years because it was a milestone that I wanted to document. It was such a special day that was intimate family moment. The stationery below says it all "the best is yet to come".

Engage!13 - Montelucia Gifting and Styling Suites

Wow, what can I say about all of that swag! So much, there was even a shipping suite because there was no way I could have gotten all of that stuff home. The Styling Suite was offered to those who wanted accessories to wear to the Wednesday night gala. The Styling Suite offered a variety of high-end jewelry and clutches.

My bracelet from Styling Suite

The Gifting Suite  - swag overload! I felt like a celebrity! There was so many upscale items that I loved including my robe from Plum Pretty Sugar and Vera Wang perfume. The paper products from Minted made my heart fluttered. Can't wait to order more off of their website.

Vera Wang - Gifting Suite

Tieks Ballet Slippers - Gifting Suite

Tieks cupcake tower

Plum Pretty Sugar -Gifting Suite (love my robe)

Kendra Scott Designer Jewelry - Gifting Suite 

Kendra Scott Designer Jewelry

Minted

Minted - oh so cute

Eleni's New York Signature Cookies

Minted

Minted

Minted

Minted

Gold Foil Invite - Don't Call it a Comeback

Yes, that's right - they're back but don't call it a comeback! I am seeing an increase interest in letterpress invites with gold fold that is pressed into the paper for a 24 carat shine by my clients. Not only are they elegant and sophisticated, but timeless. Check out this stationery suite by Lucky Luxe Couture called Orleans. Swoon!

Guesterly - Meet your Tablemates

I open my mail the other day and was so delighted to see a cute little Guesterly sample book. Thank you! Founders Rachel and Lorne Hofstetter created the first edition for their wedding. Yes, I couldn't put the book down. Okay, so what is Guesterly? "New high-design magazine concept connects and introduces all of the guests at the weddings and events; the unique experience creates genuine connections and lasting memories." Make sure you check out the Guesterly website for more information.

My Anniversary - 15 Years

Make sure you pick up the latest issue of Occasions magazine and check out my 15th Anniversary soiree. It seems like yesterday that I was walking down the aisle at Callaway Gardens chapel. The wedding was small, intimate and perfect. We didn't want another year to go by without celebrating another blessed year together.  Check out my amazing vendors, Mark from Classic Cheesecakes & Cakes, Moya Mimms Calligraphy, Paper Daises, Balushka paper flowers, Kelly Monica Hair, Patrice Coleman Makeup, La Tavola Linens and gorgeous images by Harwell photography.

Photos by Harwell Photography