Tuesday, November 10, 2009

The Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale

The Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to granting last wishes for men and women suffering from Stage 4 (metastatic) breast cancer, has received thousands of wedding gowns for its "Brides Against Breast Cancer" Nationwide Tour of Gowns.

On January 28, 29 and 30, the Tour will return to Atlanta with a truckload of grand and beautiful bridal gowns from well-known sources in sizes ranging from 2 to 44. Most gowns in the collection have been donated by members of the bridal industry; some are runway samples, modeled at recent Market shows. Others are gifts from individuals across the country.

The selection - one of the largest assembled in the U.S. -- will include hundreds of current styles from a long list of well-known designers and manufacturers at unbelievably low prices. An impressive array of veils, crinolines and other accessories will also be offered.

Most gowns have been marked down 40% to 75% below traditional salon prices. Prices range from $99 to $799 for values to $3,500. A collection of Designer and Couture bridals retailing to $8,000 will also be included, with none priced higher than $2,499.

To get all the details, visit www.atlantabridal.com/gownsale

Friday, October 23, 2009

My Obsession

One of my favorite obsessions is a little TLC show called "Say Yes to the Dress". When I was a wedding planner, going to the bridal shop was as exciting for me as my client. I have even been known to try on a veil or two...maybe three...these things happen!


Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Let Them Eat Cake!!

Bill Rhodes Bakery wants you to have the best tasting and most beautifully decorated wedding cake in these hard economic times so they have a special wedding and groom's cake stimulus package just for you.

50% OFF $249.00

This wedding cake will serve approximately 114 guests a 1" x 4" serving and it can be filled or unfilled with your choice of Butter Cream or Amaretto. Your design choices are icing dots, swirls or plain sides. You may also have the options of adding the initial of their last name on one tier and choosing color of icing roses. The Groom's Cake is a ¼ sheet chocolate cake with chocolate butter cream Icing and will serve 24 guests a 2" x 2" serving and will have chocolate roses and the grooms initial.
Please set up an appointment today.

Snellville: 770.979.2253
or
Hamilton Mill: 770.904.2253

Regular price $499.00
Offer ends 1/2/2010
Sales tax and delivery not included

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Love This!

Life can be so busy and crazy especially for brides...hope you enjoy this...

Written By Regina Brett, 90 years old, of The Plain Dealer, Cleveland, Ohio

1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.
2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.
3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.
4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and parents will. Stay in touch.
5. Pay off your credit cards every month.
6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.
7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone...
8. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it.
9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.
10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.
11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.
12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.
13. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.
15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks.
16. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.
17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.
19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.
20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.
21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, and wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.
22. Over prepare, and then go with the flow.
23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.
24. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.
25. Frame every so-called disaster with these words ''In five years, will this matter?"
26. Always choose life.
27. Forgive everyone everything.
28. What other people think of you is none of your business.
29. Time heals almost everything. Give time, time.
30. However good or bad a situation is it will change.
31. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
32. Believe in miracles.
33. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.
34. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
35. Growing old beats the alternative -- dying young.
36. Your children get only one childhood.
37. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
38. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
39. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.
40. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.
41. The best is yet to come.
42. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
43. Yield.
44. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Where Did You Get That Fabric?



For the Fall 2009-Spring 2010 Bridal Shows, we are using a new black and white damask fabric that is very popular. After running around town and not being happy with the pricing ($9.99 and up), I found http://www.buyfabrics.com/ They are located in Alabama and will ship...prices are great!!




Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal Show

Sunday, August 23rd was the Perfect Wedding Guide Bridal Show at The Retreat of Dunwoody. We had such a great time meeting all of you! Shejustgotmarried.com is a great web site to sell your items after the big day...check it out!! Also don't miss the slide show put together by the ladies of She Just Got Married!!


Wednesday, July 29, 2009

A Special Offer from Chair Covers & Linens

I received this email today and thought I would pass it along; I have rented from them and have had great experiences...they ship the linens to you, you put the dirty linens in the linen bags after the event and drop it off at Fed Ex/Kinko's...it couldn't be easier!!
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The Sweetest Girl!

The Sweetest Girl! I didn't realize how often I use this phrase to describe my brides until my family started teasing me about it...oh well, I think that makes me pretty lucky because my brides ARE the sweetest girls!!!

Here is a picture of my office campanion, Emma, my sweet baby girl!

Happy Birthday John!

Our son, John, came home this past weekend to celebrate his birthday...nothing says happy birthday like working on your car!!

Wonderful Graffiti Wedding

Wonderful Graffiti Wedding has a web site with so many neat ideas! Here are a few pictures but you really need to visit the site to see everything...custom dance floor monograms, custom wedding favor embellishments...check it out!

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

4th of July

As many of you know, my husband and I both work out of the house so it's important to get away and recharge sometimes...our spot is Biltmore House in Asheville, North Carolina...we love it!

Horseback riding is awesome at Biltmore...
very relaxing












We met Thomas and Deanna on our segway tour. If you look between them in the water, you can see the reflection of the Biltmore House.
The segways are a blast...thank goodness we don't have a picture of me wiping out!!










Julie, Jack and Patrick...I was so worried about Patrick and he was doing circles around us!!
























On Saturday night, we sat on our terrace and watched the fireworks.












Hope you all had a safe and happy 4th of July!!

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Food, Glorious Food


Last night, we decided to get out and have dinner at our favorite local restaurant, Sean's American Bistro. It's located in the new Buford Village at the corner of Buford Highway and Hamilton Mill Road. It would definitely be a great rehearsal dinner spot if you're in the area. The food is awesome. I had the lobster ravioli last night...yum! Everything is fresh, delicious and the service is great...we love it!
Also, try...
Shrimp and Grits
Seafood Quesadillas
Bleu Cheese Potato Chips
Thai Curry Chicken

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Tashea and Anthony 06.20.09

Tashea called me about a year ago and we have been working together via phone, internet and mail ever since; she is a great example of a young professional woman who travels for work, has a busy life and needs to plan a wedding. I love the way she and Anthony met... www.tasheaandanthony.com Best Wishes to You Both!!



Saturday, June 13, 2009

Love This!!

I absolutely love these bags...I discovered them at the Merle Norman Shop on Spout Springs Road; Shari, the owner, is the best...click on the picture to visit the web site..Fabulous!


Friday, June 12, 2009

Torie and Kyle are Getting Married 06.13.09!

Meeting Torie was just an example of how sometimes things are just meant to be; Torie had been visiting Glendalough Manor on the day one of my other brides, Trimicia, was getting married; she saw the program fans for her wedding and absolutely loved them but didn't know who had made them...flash forward to January at the Georgia Bridal Show at the Cobb Centre where Torie and I meet and discover those programs were done by Socially Write! She is truly a sweetheart and we wish her and Kyle every happiness tomorrow when they wed at Glendalough Manor!!!




Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Lisa and Brian Are Getting Married on Saturday!

Lisa was a referral from Pam Holley at Design House of Flowers for her wedding fans. Lisa and Brian will be married on the lawn of Stonehedge, an historic home in downtown Buford on Saturday...Best wishes to you both!!!



Monday, June 8, 2009

Congrats to Mr. and Mrs. G !!!

Stephanie Curtis and Lionel Gordon are now officially married! Stephanie and her mom, Patty, were so much fun to work with. Below is a picture of the items we put together for the reception...table numbers, escort cards, menu cards and bar menus...simple elegance


For her wedding invitations, Stephanie wanted something simple, understated and classic.




Sunday, June 7, 2009

A New Day

Okay, I have put off blogging forever but today I attended the Women's Entrepreneur Networking Brunch hosted by Bakal Towns, owner of Fanti Events in Suwanee. If I'm going to learn how to swim, I have to get into the water...let me know how it's going!