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Vintage-glam inspired

Monday, March 1st, 2010

Timing is everything.  When I stopped by the Vermont Vows & Well Wed offices to grab a few copies of the newest issue and mentioned to Krista Washburn that I was working on a vintage-glam inspired winter wedding for a friend like a super-heroine of ribbon & décor she pulled a variety of gray and silver ribbons, buttons and feathers out of her many bins of fabulousness to generously share with me. 

Being a DIY bride and an artist, Melissa had most of the details figured out before we even met, so I jumped in to help add some finishing touches.  There were several creative hands on deck handling the details.  The bride’s mother not only made her wedding dress, but she made super cute hand muffs for the bride and her attendant adorned with her grandmothers’  (yep, both grandmother’s) vintage crystals.  One of my favorite details from her day has got to be her favors–hand crocheted snowflakes which were made by a friend! 

 Congratulations to Melissa & Shawn on a beautiful wedding created by so many loving hands! 

Another amazing issue from Vermont Vows

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

When I saw Daria Bishop’s post on facebook about how beautiful the new issue of Vermont Vows magazine looks I could not wait to get my hands on one!  After pouring over the Spring/Summer 2010 issue it is clear that Krista Washburn has outdone herself once again!  From the beautiful bouquets to the tabletops designs to the feature weddings and the gorgeous gown shoot at the Fair–it is one amazing image after another!  This magazine is sure to inspire any bride-to-be and I can already hear pages being ripped out and pasted on inspiration boards.  As wedding professionals we are all pleased as punch to be a part of such a quality product that highlights all the talent and beauty that Vermont has to offer.  I was on-site for a shoot at Beltrami Studios in August and stole a few behind-the-scenes shots while I was there.  I know it’s a little early, but I already can’t wait for the next issue!

What a Weekend

Monday, November 9th, 2009

We had a fantastic time at Shelburn Farms on Saturday and had the opportunity to meet some really great couples (and moms, too)!  The Coach Barn was buzzing with brides and vendors who were taking it all in.  As usual Krista Washburn and her fabulous team put together an event to remember for this year’s Wedding Affair.  The Marie Antoinette theme was complete with dancers in period garb, a spa full of talented make-up artists, a decked-out lounge, delectable food & drinks and a day full of seminars with tips for brides and grooms-to-be.  I was invited to conduct a seminar on “Practical Planing” which is right up my alley!  The tent for the fashion show was a sight to be seen draped with fabric and pink paper peonies hung from the chandeliers.  As always it was a wonderful end to a truly inspired event!

Bouquet of green hydrangea, ranunculus, roses, dahlias and freesia from our display. bouquet

This centerpiece features artichokes and kale for a foody element.

artichoke & kale centerpiece

This was our sweetheart table display with roses, hydrangea, dahlias and orchids.

sweetheart table

A sweet little centerpice of roses & flowering eucalyptus pods.

rose centerpiece

David Seaver snapped this shot for us before the brides arrived.

me and my guy

A warm welcome on the Coach Barn doors.

welcome

Let them eat cake!  Irene was one of our neighbors.

Irene's Cakes by Design

The fashion show tent was packed and the models looked gorgeous.

runway shot

The runway was SO cool!

runway

Is it possible that I am already looking forward to next year’s show?!  The New York and Cape Cod/Nantucket brides are in for a treat!

The Wedding Affair, Nov. 7th

Friday, November 6th, 2009

The Wedding Affair at Shelburne Farms is tomorrow, November 7th and the brides who are attending will be blown away by the creative and truly AMAZING details that Krista Washburn and the Vermont Vows crew have in store.  Dave and I will have a booth so stop by and say hi if you are at the Coach Barn.  I will be presenting a seminar on Practical Planning Tips at 5:30 and answering brides’ questions about planning their big day.  It’s one of my favorite days of the year and I am looking forward to it!  I’m off to design…