Sheree & Tom!!

In anticipation of their pending nuptials THIS weekend, I wanted to share pictures from Sheree & Tom's e-session with the fabulous Max Wanger (ever wonder where the big pink balloon engagement shot that's been plaster on all blogs the past year came from? Well...Max's your man!).

Sheree has in many many occasions assist me on weddings. She's calm, collected, a real professional and a complete sweetheart! I had so many vendors compliment her and ask if she'll be working with me day of; not to mention how great I feel to know she's holding the fort when I'm assisting the bride. I can't say enough what a great friend she's become over the years.

So her day is finally here! This Saturday to be exact. I am beyond ecstatic for her and Tom. I know their wedding is going to be fabulous! But most important...I know they are going to share a wonderful life together!!!

Well on to some eye candy! How Max use of 'negative space' can not be compared. All his photos are so simple, yet so powerful. I can't wait to see the wedding images!!! :)

This is probably my FAVORITE from the day!

I can totally see this as an enlarge canvas hanging in their home...

Ahhh...such a sweet picture!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Wishing everyone a VERY Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Can you believe it's almost 2009?!

Here's some pictures from my recent trip to Atlanta to visit my best friend from high school!

At the World of Coco-Cola


Stone Mountain Park


Shopping area in Downtown Atlanta

This picture was from a few years ago when she was a bridesmaid at my wedding! None of my DIY projects would have come to fruition without her help!

Have a GREAT HOLIDAY and see you next year!

Myra of Twigs & Honey

I'M BACK!!!! I had a wonderful relaxing vacation. Just finally caught up on all my mail and wanted to leave a quick note to let everyone know that I arrived back safely. I'll be doing a trip review soon (PROMISE). I'll break them down to more 'manageable' parts. :)

But first off, I just got these pictures of Wendy & Marshall's wedding from Michael Norwood Photography and wanted to post a few pictures of the hair adornment made by the talented Myra from Twigs&Honey. 

Fabric from the bridesmaid dresses were sent to Myra and she created three distinctive pieces incorporating the material. 

Myra created elegant blush orchids for the bride's hair

I LOVE Myra's spotted feathers so I ask her to include some in my piece

Here's another shot of the orchids as the Bride dances with her father

We received so many compliments on the flowers all night

Myra is pretty busy and isn't currently taking custom orders at this time. But for brides with wedding dates a little later this year or next year should definitely contact her soon. As for the rest of us, we have to wait for the rare listing of items not reserve for brides. :)

Short but sweet....(hopefully)

I know I've been missing forever....but I am swamped with weddings. I was finally able to upload the pictures from Wendy's Bridal Shower (I know, it's almost 2 MONTHS ago!). At least I posted eye candy! :P Photos courtesy of Jonilyn Photography...don't things just look so much better through the professional lens. :)

Diddy Reese cookie favors

Tissue poms

Painted wooden numbers for tables

Ribbon place card board

One of my favorite moments when the Groom came by to surprise the Bride...she was in disbelief!

Picture of the lovely couple

The wishing tree was pretty popular!

White sangria awaited guests on a hot summer day

And finally...girls that made the day possible.

Wendy & Marshall's engagement session

Here they are...the long awaited epic session my beautiful friend Wendy had with MNorwood! And Michael did an amazing job! I LOVE LOVE the different backgrounds. It's just awe-inspiring what a talented photographer can do! Something so subtle...yet so beautiful! Please visit his blog for more photos. And...midnight tonight, Michael Norwood is unveiling his brand spanking NEW WEBSITE! :)

Happy 2008!

Okay...REALLY...I'm BACK! I know it's unforgivable that I haven't posted since leaving for my vacation back in Nov (and just so you know, this is a no picture post ~ oh the shame!). But seriously, I've been swamped. Never again will I take vacation during Thanksgiving. Hubs and I came back and all the Christmas decorations were already up! It felt like we 'almost' missed Christmas. I'm ashamed to say we didn't decorate at all (I barely had time to get the Christmas cards out). It took weeks just to sort through emails, request for meetings, buy Christmas gifts (I almost forgo gifts until Mom gave me her sad 'puppy dog eyes'), and coordinated my last wedding of the year! 

So now that's all done...I'm looking forward to the new year! I have quiet a few weddings I'm looking forward to; not to mention my very good friend WENDY who's getting married in Sept (she finally decided on a date & venue..hahaha). I will also be her 'MOH' ~ only second time in my life I assume that post. I am sad to say I'll be missing two very good friend's wedding (what's up with May 2?) since I'm already booked for the day. But I am excited ~ new year, new beginnings ~ good luck to all 2008 brides and let the FUN begin!

Saturday Dress Shopping & Birthday Dinner

It's official! My dear friend is getting marry next year. Mr. Friday (his nickname since their date night is always Friday) proposed. The poor guy just had back surgery and really wanted to make the moment special as I'm sure it was. I'm excited to be helping my friend since weddings are what I do best. =)

I think most brides would agree, trying on dresses is one of the most fun aspect of wedding planning. You make appointments at luxury salons, the sales consultant help dress you, and you coming out looking like a million bucks! Our first stop Saturday, Monique L'huillier.

I waited for my friend to change as I enjoyed the fresh flowers and chamomile tea with spices.


This was her favorite from the store..Camelot (same dress Kevin Costner's wife wore).


Initially we were going to Barney's New York, but they canceled since they are currently renovating the bridal salon. So instead we stopped in at Renee Strauss without an appointment. The staff was extremely friendly but we didn't really see anything we liked.

Last stop was Saks Fifth Avenue. She fell in love with this gown ~ simple yet elegant.


After a day of dress shopping, we had a drink at W Hotel before dinner. The hotel is a little small for her 250 people wedding but we enjoyed sitting outside by the pool.


We had dinner at the Little Door Restaurant. Dinner was to celebrate an early birthday for the same friend since I will be leaving for China and she will be heading to Hong Kong.

We started with a bottle of Pinot Noir and the Assorted Mediterranean Appetizers.

I had the Grilled Filet Mignon with Green Peppercorn and Bone Marrow Sauce.

Lemon Roasted Organic Chicken Breast with Baby Artichokes, Garlic and Oregano

Grilled Rib Eye Steak with Sel, Herbs, and Cracked Black Pepper

Duo of Duck with Pomegranate and Candied Walnuts

Someone had the Pistachio Crusted New Zealand Snapper with Couscous (I didn't get a bite or a picture). Use your imagination. =P

We ended the dinner with some champagne and the birthday cake from The Little Next Door ~ Raspberry vanilla cake.

And here is the happy couple. Lucky Mr. Friday. Now hurry up and chose a date!