Friday, September 30, 2011
How should the wedding cake
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Love for the #SweetTweet - Shout Out to @yagernation
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
The Art of Sabrage
Sunday, September 25, 2011
#owt No Blood? Wasn't the Same.
Good times!
Where do you follow the Wedding Twitter? Have you added us to your circles on Google+? Subscribe to all the bridal, vendor and bridal wedding twitter on Facebook too.@jim_dickinson Saturday I DJ'd a wedding & NOTHING WENT WRONG. No blood or fights and I remembered the names of Bride AND Groom. Wasn't the same really.
Love,
Mindy
@aspotofwhimsy off to a wedding in saratoga! in charge of programsEvery job is a important part of the dance. Thanks@aspotofwhimsy for tweeting!#importantroleinstagr.am/p/Ky1RB/
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Friday, September 23, 2011
Lace wedding dresses
Although lace is one of the oldest materials used in the making of wedding dresses, modern lace wedding dresses are anything but old-fashioned. The placement of the lace, as well as the amount, will influence the look and feel of the gown. However, even just a touch will add a romantic and traditional effect. Lace comes in a variety of price ranges, some of which are more expensive than others. If price is a concern, then simply choose a less expensive type, since all lace is inherently beautiful.
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Group Photo Idea
When my clients are game, I love to capture a group pic, such as the one below (the guests flew in from all over the world!). The resulting photo is the perfect shot with which to end your wedding album, and it can also be converted into a beautiful thank-you note. How do we do it? The photographer and I gather everyone together right after the ceremony when all attendees are already in one spot.
How do you plan on remembering everyone who came to your wedding? (For mine, I kept everyone's RSVP cards and the sweet notes that were included.)
Reprinted from my article for Martha Stewart Weddings Bride's Guide. Photo by Karen Hill.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Happy Hour: Royal 61
- 1 1/2 oz gin
- juice of half lime
- 1 oz creme de cassis
- 1 oz watermelon syrup*
- Champagne
- sugar for rimming (optional)
Mix all ingredients except in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into a chilled martini glass rimmed with sugar (optional). Top with Champagne.
Watermelon Syrup
To make watermelon syrup, mix 4 cups pureed seedless watermelon and 1 cup granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat and stir while bringing to a simmer. Adjust the heat to maintain a simmer. Stirring occasionally, simmer until the mixture has reduced by one half in volume and becomes syrupy. Remove from heat to cool and then place in a glass bowl or jar, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Keeps 5 days in the refrigerator. Makes 2 cups. (Watermelon syrup recipe and photo by National Watermelon Board, cocktail recipe by Yuri Kato) {Source: Cocktail Times}
Happy Hour: Sage Lady
- 1 1/2 oz Absolut mango vodka
- 2 or 3 fresh sage leaves
- 3 cucumber slices
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1/2 oz Cointreau
- Dash peach bitters
Muddle cucumber, simple syrup and sage. Shake with ice and fine strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a spanked sage leaf. {Source: Cocktail Times}
Monday, September 19, 2011
Sotheby's Important Jewels
This is an amazing insider place to find that perfect dangle earring for your wedding, or a gorgeous engagement ring. Lisa shared with me that most jewelry sells at auction for about a third to a fifth of retail store value. Diamond prices are more normalized, but I think it's still really romantic to raise a paddle for a coveted bauble.
What's more, the consultants encourage you to try on, to browse, to ask questions and indulge. I tried on everything in sight -- a girl can dream!
My biggest "take away"? Some of these treasures are downright affordable. See for yourself at Sothebys. But the items I tried on, including the catalogue cover piece are quite "one of a kind".
Sunday, September 18, 2011
#owt Favorite: Ring Bears
@AllDayApey I can't say I'd trust my wedding rings to a bear but I guess that's just me. twitgoo.com/4gjfpl
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Floral Perfection - Overheard Wedding Twitter Weekend
@cehomsey The wedding flowers were glorious! What a perfect day! instagr.am/p/MKkSj/
Friday, September 16, 2011
#owt Wedding Rehearsal Hero
@AnitasPinkThumb I saved the day! Only person who brought bug spray to the outdoor wedding rehearsal.#awesomeness
Rehearsal twitter starts off the overheard wedding twitter (#owt) weekend. Sharing the love all weekend. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
DIY Yummie: Baked Banana
Wrapped in their skins with butter and brown sugar, bananas can be placed over dying coals to be ready for dessert when you are.
Ingredients
10 large firm bananas
1/4 pound unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup crème fraîche
2 tablespoons dark rum
Instructions
1. With a sharp knife, slit the peel open on each banana. Carefully remove peel, reserving it.
2. Roll the bananas in the melted butter and then in the brown sugar. Return each banana to its peel.
3. Using lengths of kitchen string that have been soaked in water, tie each banana. Set aside.
4. In a small bowl, blend the crème fraîche with the rum. Set aside.
5. Grill the bananas over low coals, turning frequently, for 15 minutes, or until heated through.
6. Remove the strings and peels from the bananas and serve them on individual dessert plates with some of the crème fraîche on the side.
Source: Colin Cowie
Happy Hour: The Tot (non-alcoholic)
6 large strawberries
1 scoop of ice
1 ounce simple syrup
3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
1/2 ounce fresh orange juice
1/2 ounce grape juice
Instructions
1. Combine all ingredients in blender. Blend until smooth consistency.
2. Pour over cubes in a highball glass.
3. Garnish with candy or fresh berries.