Thursday, December 29, 2011

Bridal Undergarments - Ideas, Tips & Prices

Tomorrow I bring my dress in for it's first fitting. I can't believe it's already time to do that! So, the essential things you need to bring to a fitting are shoes and underwear, basically. Since there are different styles of dresses, it makes sense that there are different styles of undergarments that will go with those dresses. Enjoy!


Bridal Undergarments - Ideas, Tips & Prices:

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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Invitation - Free Fonts

When creating your own wedding invitations you may want a unique font. Check out the link below. Use a single font to tie together your Save the Dates, Invitations, programs, and any other project that requires script!


Fonts 500 - the top 500 free fonts from around the web:

Invitation Wording Samples by InvitationConsultants.com - Bride & Groom Inviting

If you're like us, you may be going the non-traditional route of hosting your own wedding. Here are some examples (62 examples in fact) of ways to word your wedding invitations.

Invitation Wording Samples by InvitationConsultants.com - Bride & Groom Inviting:

Wedding Love Quotes - Love Quotes

Getting ready to put together invitations and programs? Looking for quotes for toasts? Check out this website.


Wedding Love Quotes - Love Quotes:

Friday, September 23, 2011

DIY Hair Styles and Make Up tips for the Budget Conscious Bride


After doing some research, I've come to realize that doing your own hair and make up (or having a friend or family member do it for you) is a lot more cost-effective than having a professional do it. Practice until you get things right and you won't have to shell out +$200 for hair and make up. In this economy, anywhere you can save money, the better. 

Here are a few sites that might help you figure out what you want to do. 


Hair


http://www.hairstyles-teacher.com/wedding-hair-styles.html


http://www.ukhairdressers.com/diy/index.asp - Scroll down to see pictures of each of the DIY styles. 


http://www.totalbeauty.com/content/gallery/p_wedding_hair_how_to/p29872/page13


Make up


http://www.glamour.com/about/diy-wedding-makeup


http://www.smartbrideboutique.com/blog/pro-makeup-artist-tips-diy-wedding-makeup/20100506/312/


http://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/cosmetics/101-wedding-makeup-looks/

Friday, September 16, 2011

GLIMMA Tealight holder - IKEA

Ikea is awesome for wedding decorations. Among other aspects of our decor, I needed simple tealight holders. I got 96 of them for less than $20.

GLIMMA Tealight holder - IKEA:

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Sunday, September 11, 2011

Napkin Folding Instructions: 27 Photographed Napkin Folds

Napkin Folding Instructions: 27 Photographed Napkin Folds:

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Flikr Photo Slideshow

http://www.flickr.com/photos/missyandy2012/show/

New Garters

I made new garters - keepsake and toss. I didn't like the garter I made a year ago. DIY instructions for a s/m garter - sew 24 inches of lace to 24in of ribbon. Sew ribbon and lace to 12 inches of 1/4 in. width elastic, making sure to gather stitch the lace to the elastic. Turn right sides together and sew the elastic and lace together, about 1/8-1/4 of an inch seam. Turn right side out and decorate with your desired embellishments. Voila!    

Friday, August 26, 2011

A song for the ceremony

So far, we have one song that's a "for sure" and it's Ave Maria (the classical piece, not the religious piece.) This is the best video I could find of this song. I like the slower tempo of the piano. A lot of pianists choose to play it a bit faster but I think that it feels kind of rushed. Unfortunately, the flutist isn't the best in this recording. It doesn't flow very well and is kind of choppy. You get the idea, though.  Ave Maria (flute and piano)

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Wedding Guide: Be The Perfect Personal Attendant!

Wedding Guide: Be The Perfect Personal Attendant!


I have a personal attendant and neither of us really knew what that entailed. There are different sights but I found this to be a good one for ideas. Every bride and her needs are different so this is just an outline.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Minneapolis wedding blog feature

Our story has been featured on a wedding blog so check it out. minneapolis wedding blog

Reading - "The Art of Marriage" by Wilferd A. Peterson

There are two versions of this poem. This is the shorter version and the one that is most often read during a ceremony.



A good marriage must be created. In the art of marriage, the little things are big things…

It is never being too old to hold hands.

It is remembering to say "I love you" at least once a day.

It is never going to sleep angry.

It is never taking the other for granted; the courtship should not end with the honeymoon,
it should continue through all the years.

It is having a mutual sense of values and common objectives.

It is standing together facing the world.

It is forming a circle of love that gathers in the whole family.

It is doing things for each other, not in the attitude of duty or sacrifice, but in the spirit of joy.

It is speaking words of appreciation and demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways.

It is not looking for perfection in each other.

It is cultivating flexibility, patience, understanding and a sense of humor.

It is having the capacity to forgive and forget.

It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each can grow.

It is a common search for the good and the beautiful.

It is establishing a relationship in which the independence is equal, dependence is mutual and the obligation is reciprocal.

It is not only marrying the right partner,

It is being the right partner. 

Monday, August 15, 2011

Ceremony Songs


Wherein the deep night sky
The stars lie in its embrace
The courtyard still in its sleep
And peace comes over your face.

"Come to me," it sings
"Hear the pulse of the land
The ocean's rhythms pull
To hold your heart in its hand."

And when the wind draws strong
Across the cypress trees
The nightbirds cease their songs
So gathers memories.

Last night you spoke of a dream
Where forests stretched to the east
And each bird sang its song
A unicorn joined in a feast

And in a corner stood
A pomegranate tree
With wild flowers there
No mortal eye could see

Yet still some mystery befalls
Sure as the cock crows at morn
The world in stillness keeps
The secret of babes to be born

I heard an old voice say
"Don't go far from the land
The seasons have their way
No mortal can understand."

Friday, July 29, 2011

Wedding Website Update

Just a quick note to those who have access to our wedding website (sorry, our website is now password protected. Check your save the dates for the password or email/call one of us if you can't find it): I've added photos and cleaned up the photo album so there are a bunch of new pics as well as added our new address. Check it out when you get a chance! 
Our wedding website

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Ceremony songs


I love this song. The only issue my fiance has with it is the line "It's our God forsaken right to be loved." It should be "God given right" since forsaken means to give up something, which is the opposite of what I think Jason meant. Otherwise, the lyrics don't make sense or fit the context of the song. I'm hoping I can find someone to sing this if we choose to have it in the ceremony. It'll be awesome, I'm sure. :^)

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Meditation links

Information on meditation
Meditation: Take a stress-reduction break wherever you are - MayoClinic.com

This is a guided meditation

I am really picky about meditation music and guided meditations because there are days, especially when I'm uber stressed out, that it can be difficult to concentrate and can be more frustrating than anything else. It took me forever to find the right type of music for me. One of my favorite artists to listen to is Scott August. He incorporates native american flute as well as nature/ambiance sounds. I also like Scottish and some new age music. Tibetan singing bowls can be beautiful also but depending on my mood, they can also be irritating. I don't like raindrops or the sound of waves crashing but I love thunderstorms and sometimes the sound of streams or fountains. I also like Lifescapes These are my personal preferences. If you've never meditated before, definitely try out different music, ambiance, and meditation methods to find what is right for you. The goal is to relax and de-stress and if you are annoyed by the music or the way that you are sitting/laying is uncomfortable or painful, find a way that works for you. Namaste :)

ball workouts to reduce stress (and yes, to lose weight and tone up if that is your desire)

Now, I don't necessarily believe that brides need to lose weight to be beautiful for their big day. However, stress from planning and resulting illnesses that can be caused by stress are another issue. Eating right and working out are key during this time before (and lets face it, after) the wedding, and it is especially good for stress reduction.

I have a yoga/exercise ball. After a cholesterol reality check from my doctor, I pulled it out and decided to look online for tips on yoga ball workouts. So, here you go! I'd recommend following any workout with a short meditation to bring you back down and to center yourself.

ball workouts

Monday, July 11, 2011

Say Yes to the Dress Bridesmaids episode

So, we got direct tv the past week and while watching TLC today (oooh about 5 minutes go) I came across the Say Yes to the Dress Bridesmaids edition. So, after watching episodes with bitchy, opinionated bridesmaids, here's something that I have to say. For all the bridesmaid divas out there, if you feel the need to dictate what you wear (and I'm not talking about gentle suggestions) - color, style, etc. and can't keep your negative opinions to yourself (and you end up ruining shit for your bride who is supposed to be someone who is important to you), here's some advice: It's not your wedding. Shut up, wear the dress, or be a guest and not a part of the wedding party.




For brides who feel the need to dictate every aspect of your bridal party, to the extent that you expect your bridesmaids to pay more than $300 for a bridesmaids dress, ease up. Take into consideration that they are bridesmaids, not the bride, that their finances may differ from yours, and a $500 bridesmaid dress may not be possible. You may think that you are doing them a great honor by having them in your wedding, and don't get me wrong, we are, but they are doing you a favor and are also honoring you by agreeing to be your bridesmaids. If you don't treat them right, you may end up standing with your FH alone at the alter.




When all is said and done, it's only a dress. The memories of the night should be more important than dresses and minor details that you won't remember 10 years down the road anyway. The whole point of the wedding is to marry the person you love and to party with those you care about and cherish. Nothing else matters.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Overwhelmed moment #1

AHHH! I'm having a moment where, as the title of this blog entry implies, I am getting overwhelmed by everything. My mind is very detail oriented when it comes to this wedding and I'm feeling a little like I'm sinking in a sea of flowers, organza, centerpieces, etc., all the sparkle and paraphernalia that goes along with wedding planning. Now, some people might wonder why I keep at it if I get so frustrated and lost but I have a simple answer for that. When I get it, I love it! It's when my mind tries to focus on too many things at once that everything seems to become unmanageable. But, when that happens, I write about it and about how I am feeling. Writing about wedding-related stuff - the best and worst of it ...that is, after all, the reason why I created this blog in the first place!

Weddingbee

Just recently joined Weddingbee. It looks and feels like a very welcoming place. No drama is allowed at all and the boards seem well-monitored. There is so much going for you here and I suggest you check it out. It can be a little confusing at first - I didn't understand how to post to bios until I realized that you have to post at the bottom of the page. I still haven't figured out how to get pictures to show up though so I'll be working on that. You can create a profile, write what they call "bios" in over 20 categories,  post to boards about topics that interest you, sell things in the classified section (or buy), contribute to the DYI section, post pictures in your gallery, and create vendor reviews. There is so much more to do here so beware: you might get so engrossed in weddingbee that you'll find a couple hours have passed! So definitely take the time to check it out.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Future Brides, Beware of wedding website drama

There are a lot of good websites out there that help you plan your wedding. However, a few of them - theknot.com and weddingwire.com are really horrible if you are looking for support from other brides and or vendors. I'm not going to bash too much but I'll simply say that there is more drama and name-calling than there is support. I use weddingwire.com for the personalized website and the planner/checklist/etc., but that is it now.  I have just started looking into weddingbee.com and so far, the vibe is completely different than the two that I have mentioned. You should check it out too, if you have the inclination :)

Monday, June 20, 2011

Engagement photos

Here are a few engagement photos. I'm only posting a few. There are so many wonderful pics! Thanks Rhea Pappas, for a wonderful shoot!



New Completed Project in DIY

I added a new completed project to my DIY page. It's a petticoat for under my wedding dress. There isn't really a way to give you step-by-step directions since I followed a pattern but there is the pattern number as well as pictures of the finished product.

Monday, June 13, 2011

Wedding Customs: Wedding Traditions From Around the Globe - Wedding Planning - Wedding Customs - TheKnot.com

Wedding Customs: Wedding Traditions From Around the Globe - Wedding Planning - Wedding Customs - TheKnot.com


I'm Swedish (among other things,) so here's the entry for my peoples customs.

Wedding Traditions in Sweden

When: A liberal bunch, Swedes often decide to marry after living together for a few years, or after the woman is pregnant with their first child. With almost 20 hours of sunlight each day, summer is prime wedding season.
Attire: A crown belonging to the bride’s family or church, and, although it hardly sounds comfortable, a gold coin in your right shoe and a silver one in your left for good luck. Making walking even harder, your shoes stay unlaced to improve your chances of easy childbirth.
Activities: If you want to follow a seriously old-school tradition, breathe as little as possible, since brides and bridesmaids carry bouquets of weeds that stink to high heaven in order to ward off trolls (don’t knock it -- trolls haven’t crashed anyone’s wedding so far). According to another old tradition, men dance vigorously around the bride to knock her crown off, and the victor has good luck.
The Food: The traditional Swedish smorgasbord lasts for three days and can include sill (herring), lingonsylt (lingonberry jam), and köttbullar (Swedish meatballs).
The Music: Throughout dinner, all of the guests sing drinking songs -- and they are also welcome to give speeches or toasts in honor of the new couple.
Added Perk: A Swedish woman gets two gold rings: one for engagement and one for marriage, with the engagement and wedding dates engraved on the inside. Find your wedding jewelry.

Read more: Wedding Customs: Wedding Traditions From Around the Globe - Wedding Planning - Wedding Customs - TheKnot.com http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/wedding-customs/articles/wedding-customs-and-traditions-from-around-the-globe.aspx#ixzz1PBvJ0YuK



Wedding Traditions & Their Origins

Wedding Traditions & Their Origins

Interesting!

Maid of Honor Duties, Responsibilities, Speeches How To Plan A Bridal Shower

Maid of Honor Duties, Responsibilities, Speeches How To Plan A Bridal Shower


For those of you who aren't getting married but are standing by your friend/sister as their Maid/Man of Honor, here's a link for you :D

Friday, June 10, 2011

Save-the-Dates: Tips & Trends - Wedding Planning - Save the Dates - TheKnot.com

Save-the-Dates: Tips & Trends - Wedding Planning - Save the Dates - TheKnot.com


Good information to start with. I'll post more links as I come across them.

"

Design Ideas

Whatever you choose, make it fun and you're sure to get a favorable response. Here are 10 ideas to get you started:
  • Use bright, bold colors that will make an impact and your wedding date will stay in the thoughts of even the most absentminded guests.
  • Include graphics or colors that make sense to the locale and date, such as pink and red flowers if you plan to marry in the springtime in a rose garden, or a card tied up with a baby-blue gingham ribbon for an oceanside summer soiree.
  • Your save-the-date cards can be as simple as a postcard or as elaborate and interactive as a magnetic puzzle. 
  • We're fans of a picture taken shortly after the engagement (think holiday cards).
  • Some brides favor save-the-date cookies, although you may have to send out a second reminder to all your sweet-tooth friends who might munch before they mark down your date! 
  • We absolutely love the idea of save-the-date stickers that will fit into those tiny boxes in appointment books or on desktop calendars.
  • Refrigerator magnets -- ones with just your names and wedding date -- are cool too.
  • We like pretty save-the-dates like ones designed on fans or better yet, pinwheels!
  • An all-time favorite done many different ways is the calendar. Invitation designers are creating cards that look like a mini calendar month with the date you've chosen circled or decorated or knocked out with a mini three-hole punch.
  • The hottest trend is a photo strip (the kind you create yourself on a beach boardwalk) with funny faces and the wedding date. In each of the four pictures, hold up a sign. 1) We're getting married. 2) Save the Date. 3) June 5. 4) Be there! (You get the idea.)


Read more: Save-the-Dates: Tips & Trends - Wedding Planning - Save the Dates - TheKnot.com http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/save-the-dates/articles/save-the-dates-tips-trends.aspx#ixzz1Oto89R3E"

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Angry Birds Chrome

Angry Birds Chrome

Not wedding related but still cute and fun. Something to do when you are bored! Have fun :D

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

BBB

This was brought to my attention by a fellow WW bride. http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/2010-year-impact-abc-news-investigations/story?id=12467469

This is getting so ridiculous!

Drama on weddingwire.com

Today I was made aware of a very disturbing incident that has happened over the past few days on the wedding website forum of weddingwire.com. Apparently there was a "fraudulent" vendor who was posting/using pictures that belonged to other people and claiming them as their own. When a member of WW spoke up against it, she was banned, received at least one horrible email, and was screamed at over the phone by a rep of WW. There have been massive responses and posts made on behalf of this member, as well as outrage against WW not having a strict set of guidelines on who may and may not qualify as a vendor. Another complaint is that WW deletes any negative feedback left on vendor reviews at the request of the vendor. Yeah, that's really helpful to the people who use WW as a resource for finding good vendors.


It's true that everything here is hear-say but the fact that there has been over 300 posts/responses against this specific topic really makes you stop and think that maybe there is some substance to all of this.


Moral of the story: Don't rely solely on internet reviews when searching for any type of service. Check out the BBB for your area ( Minnesota Better Business Bureau,) and request a list of references for any vendor you may be considering booking for your event and then call them! This woman at WW apparently gave a bogus contact number and when one of the brides called it, some person answered who had no idea what the caller was talking about.


Be safe and happy hunting.

Thursday, May 12, 2011

Take the Self-Tanner Test - Project Wedding

Take the Self-Tanner Test - Project Wedding

Wedding Budget: Elegant and Affordable Flowers - Project Wedding

Wedding Budget: Elegant and Affordable Flowers - Project Wedding

Never thought of this before.

DIY Personalized Wax Seal - Project Wedding

DIY Personalized Wax Seal - Project Wedding

This is an awesome idea! I have everything on here, although I would think that varnish would be better to seal the finished dowel than a stain. I do pyrography - probably the best art/craft that I have ever picked up on (and I'm quite artsy if I do say so myself X-D) Pyrography is the art of decorative woodburning. So far I've made a book cover, decorated two boxes, made and burned runes although I want to do another set out of harder wood (sumac is not ideal, just fyi,) and a tabletop.

If you want to try your hand at it but don't want to invest in an expensive woodburning tool, joann fabrics has one for $15.00. A word of warning: You won't be good at it right away. It takes some getting used to. Play with it for a bit on scrap wood. When burning, put a fan in the window and turn it on so that it helps carry the smoke out and away from you. It can be toxic to breathe the smoke in, depending on the wood and if it's been pre-treated. Also, the rounded top is easier and much better for doing pretty much everything, including writing words, then the pointed tip. The pointed tip is good for carving lines though.

Easy RSVP Tracking - Project Wedding

Easy RSVP Tracking - Project Wedding

This is a great idea! I never would have even thought to do that.

5 Ways to Have A Fairytale Wedding On A Limited Budget - Project Wedding

5 Ways to Have A Fairytale Wedding On A Limited Budget - Project Wedding

Good tips! We're getting married on a Friday and having an evening wedding, which was one of our major budget-making decisions. Everything else went from there. Don't be afraid to negotiate with vendors - you shouldn't have to pay for things that you don't want or aren't going to use. Definitely do a lot of DIY projects. I disagree with the need to hire a wedding coordinator. For some people it might be a good idea but I do think it's an unnecessary expense, especially if you have people you are close to who are also helping you plan your wedding (i.e. Future Spouse, in-laws, maid of honor and best man, siblings, etc.)

One thing that I like to follow: is something worth the money you'll pay to have it? That designer wedding dress that you love, is it worth the +$2000, or are you willing to shop around a bit to find something that looks like it but for a fraction of the cost? Remember that, while you want this day to be special for everyone involved, and while the dress is important to many women, it's just a dress. Shop around at town boutiques for deals. Also, if you have your heart set on a trash the dress session, keep that in mind as well when budgeting for a dress.

Create a Wedding Emergency Kit - Project Wedding

Create a Wedding Emergency Kit - Project Wedding

An absolute must-have. This may be a good idea to give one to each of your wedding party members (men too, though modified of course) in case of any emergencies they may have as well. Men's kits could include: safety-pins, facial tissue, ibuporphen and breath mints, antacids, etc. Obviously theirs will be a lot smaller than those for the ladies but still, it would be nice to have.

Friday, April 8, 2011

Theme

Here's a catalog for music objects for all types. I don't remember if I mentioned that we've added musical stuff as our wedding theme and I've noticed there aren't a lot of options as far as ideas for music themed weddings. So, here's a catalog to get people started. (Note: I came across sheet music toilet paper, which is hilarious!)

Saturday, March 19, 2011

DJ is Booked!

We have booked our DJ service - Complete Music. It's a company out of St. Paul. They've been in business for 40 years and when we went in to speak with the owner, he was very personable and really easy to talk to. I've worked with his son, Matt, over the phone and through emails to get things squared away and they are really flexible - I was able to email my signed contract to Matt and he has printed it out and has mailed me the copy with both of our signatures on it. They have been very prompt in getting back to me with any questions. So far, we've had good experience with them.

Along with DJ services, they also offer photography and videography so it's a one-stop for anyone who doesn't want to have to hassle with finding all three. We already have a photographer (Rhea Pappas) and haven't decided on videography at all yet - whether we want it or not. Complete Music has reasonable prices for all three services. So, if you are in the Twin Cities area, definitely check them out.

Monday, March 7, 2011

Target Women: Wedding Shows

This is so fricking true! Seriously, when did getting married to the person you love translate into this shite! She's got a major point to make here and I agree with her.

And on that note, here's another one that I love.

Monday, February 28, 2011

Archiver’s Online

Archiver’s Online

This website has options for pretty much any DIY paper/card/invitation/scrapbooking option you can think of. There is also a section for brides under "Cards & Invitations" so check it out!

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Sunday, February 20, 2011

DIY Updates

I have added a new DIY project to my DIY page - place cards that double as wedding favors.






Friday, February 11, 2011

Wedding Night

This was posted by a lady on weddingwire. (Thanks Unique!)


Mike was going to be married to Karen
so his Father sat him down for a little chat.
He said, 'Mike, let me tell you something. 
On my wedding night in our honeymoon suite, I took off my pants, handed them to your Mother, and said, 'Here, try these on.''

She did and said, 'These are too big. 
I can't wear them.'

I replied, 'Exactly.. I wear the pants in 
this family and I always will.'

Ever since that night, we have 
never had any problems.

'Hmmm,' said Mike. He thought that might be a good  thing to try.
On his honeymoon, Mike took off his pants and said  to Karen, 'Here, try these on..!


She tried them on and said, 'These are too large.  They don't fit me.'

Mike said, 'Exactly. I wear the pants in this family 
and I always will. 
I don't want you to ever forget that.'

Then Karen took off her panties and handed them to  Mike. She said, 'Here, you try on mine !


Mike did and said,
'I can't get into your panties.'

Karen said, 'Exactly. 
And if you don't change your smart-ass attitude, you never will.' 

Saturday, February 5, 2011

My Dress







It finally came today and I got to take my new baby home! Here are some pics. Enjoy!

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

DIY Update

I added a new post to my DIY page on making garters. It's not complete yet because I still need to add pictures and to finish decorating my garter but you can take a peak if you want to.

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

My Dress

I just got off the phone with my dress lady and she said that my dress is coming on Thursday!!!! I can't wait! Here's what the dress looks like but I'll post better pictures after I try it on (the right size this time.) I'm not going to put my pics of me that were taken when I tried the dress on the first time because I want the experience to be new when you see me in MY dress! =^D

Monday, January 31, 2011

Bride Lingo

I posted this on my other blog but I thought that, since I'm primarily using this one from here on out, I'd put it on this blog as well.

Brought to you by www.weddingwire.com 
I use a lot of abbreviations now and here’s what a few of them mean. Some are pretty obvious but then there are others that take a bit to translate.

AW: attention whore
BFF: best friend forever
BM: bridesmaid
b-pics: boudoir pictures
bump: to send a thread to the top of the forum
DH: dear husband
DOC: day-of coordinator
DW: destination wedding
e-pics: engagement pictures
ITA: i totally agree
FG: flower girl
FH: future husband
FFIL: future father in-law
FIL: future in-laws
FMIL: future mother in-law
GM: groomsman
GTK: good to know
HTH: hope that helps
KWIM: know what I mean
IMHO: in my honest opinion
IMO: In my opinion
MOB: mother of the bride
MOG: mother of the groom
MOH: maid of honor
MUA: make-up artist
NTK: need to know
NWR: not wedding related
PIA: pain in the you-know-what
PP: previous post
PSA: public service announcement
RB: ring bearer
STD: save the date
TIA: thanks in advance
TTD: trash the dress
TRC: totally random conversation
WTK: want to know
FTW: For The Win
WTF: What the F
FML: F My Life
IMMD: It Made My Day

Wedding - Twin City Bridal Association

Wedding - Twin City Bridal Association

I added this information to my Events page as well. I went last year in October. My FH, MOH, and FMIL all went and it was a blast! It's only $15 per ticket with an option to get name and address labels for an extra $5. I didn't get the address labels and ended up writing my information about 100 times. It's worth the $5. So check it out and if you decide to go have fun!!!! Go with the expectation that there might be a lot of brides there and it gets a little crowded towards the middle of the day. That way, you won't be surprised (or as annoyed) when it comes to be 1:00 and it's standing room only for the fashion shows.

Video: An Essay on Women

I am taking a women's culture class (I'm an archaeological anthropology student and culture courses take up a good portion of my degree classes.) We are watching a film from the 1960's called "An Essay on Women." Ironically, this "essay" is presented by a man. According to this film, women go to work in order to get away from the everyday vigors of a woman's life - that it's a mini vacation in the day. A man is uncomfortable when a woman works because she should only be giving him attention. "Working women often drop their reserve." Apparently women are a paradox and it's hard on the paradoxical but it's worse for those who live with them. He's trying to pretty much say that women are making their "place in life" seem worse than it is. That men aren't the problem to a woman's success in life, it's their expectation of being more than they should be that makes them unsatisfied with their lives. Apparently we're also mechanically inept, or it's a theory that men have that's untrue and that women just don't correct them because we want them doing things for us. "The whole thing may be a joke that women play on men."

He makes comments that contradict the things he said above so that you aren't exactly sure where he stands which is really difficult to try to figure out. So I don't know whether to hate him or agree with him. Most of what he is saying is crap though. Women have a masculine side and men have a feminine side. Women aren't good artists but men are good artists because they tap into their feminine side. WHAT?!

Thank you women's suffrage movement! Without you, I might have hurt someone by now... and I don't think I'm the only one.

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Bridzilla of the Day, holy cow.

How can anyone be this much of a *bleep*?! If I ever behave this way, someone shoot me. Chloe, Rae, you got it? There's no words...no excuse for someone to behave this badly. I don't care how much you hate something, you don't be rude like this!

 Cake Boss Bridezilla

Friday, January 28, 2011

DIY: Tea Light Lanterns - Project Wedding

DIY: Tea Light Lanterns - Project Wedding

I really like this as an idea for the ceremony. I'm thinking about tying these to the backs of aisle chairs. I like the flameless tealights idea. It'll go well with our LED theme. Safety first!

The Latest Sweet On a Stick: Pie Pops! | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn

The Latest Sweet On a Stick: Pie Pops! | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn

yum yum! I might try these.

Happy recycling! Paper Art by Martha Starke | CutCardStock.com

Happy recycling! Paper Art by Martha Starke | CutCardStock.com

I like this one better.

How to Make Seed Paper » Curbly | DIY Design Community « Keywords: seed, paper, seed-paper, paper-making

How to Make Seed Paper » Curbly | DIY Design Community « Keywords: seed, paper, seed-paper, paper-making

This is one of the ideas i had for favors/place cards.

Special Opalescent Series: Ritzy Bee Events - The Bride's Guide : Martha Stewart Weddings

Special Opalescent Series: Ritzy Bee Events - The Bride's Guide : Martha Stewart Weddings


This is a cute idea for cocktail hour. I don't think I'd be able to do this for the actual wedding per our agreement with our caterer but I would consider this for a shower or rehearsal dinner.

Wedding Wish Trees

I really like this idea! I think we can add LEDs to this and have a really fun time making it. I think that I would be interested in using this instead of a guest book.

New Event Added

I added a new event to my Events page. This is for an upcoming wedding fair in Minneapolis.

Thursday, January 27, 2011

DIY Projects

Today I came across a website for DIY wedding projects. I plan on checking it out when I get a bit of free time. I have been adding stuff to this blog just not necessarily regular posts as of yet but I plan on doing so after my test tomorrow. Currently, I'm exhausted and ready for bed. So, without any further preamble Do-it-yourself Wedding

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Events

Most events that I put on here will take place in Minnesota. If there are other locations where the event that is happening in Minnesota is also happening in other states, I'll give that information as well.

2011 Bridesmaid Bar Crawl
Friday June 17, 7pm - Saturday June 18, 2am
Starts at Seven Sushi and Steakhouse
700 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN



How to pee while wearing your wedding dress

While browsing the net this morning looking for interesting things to put on my blog, I came across an article on how to pee during your wedding while wearing your wedding dress. This is hilarious but really good advice. No one talks about peeing the day of your wedding. I always thought that you'd bring one or two of your 'maids with you if you have a fuller A-line or ballgown wedding dress (such as I do,) but this site gives you the advice and freedom to go and pee on your own.

Read Peeing While Wearing the Dress


A Bit of Random Fact: The flush toilet was improved upon by Thomas Crapper (the inventor of the flush toilet was Queen Elizabeth I's godson, Sir John Harrington.) This is most likely where the term 'taking a crap" comes from, since the original toilet in the US often was referred to as "The Crapper," after Thomas Crapper.  Some legacy. But they were pretty, weren't they? Nowadays we don't have this type of mastery in our bathrooms...at least not in our toilets. This exhibit was really interesting. If anyone is in Seattle, WA, I suggest taking the Underground Tour at least once in your lifetime. Ghosthunters also did a special on the Underground.
Photos are my own and were taken in Seattle, WA at the final part of the Underground Tour.


http://urbanlegends.about.com/od/factoid1/p/thomas_crapper.htm (info on Thomas Crapper)

Monday, January 24, 2011

Welcome and Enjoy!

This is my first post on this website. I have another wedding blog at www.missyandy2012.wordpress.com but it really wasn't doing it for me as far as style and feel go. So, I hope to incorporate a lot of what I had on my old blog into this new one. I don't think I'll be deleting the other blog but I plan on using this one primarily from here on out.