Our Dance Floor Decal is IN!

We totally fell for all the hype of a dance floor decal... and what do ya know? WE GOT ONE!!!

Thanks to Kelly from Wallspoken (a vendor on etsy) for making us this incredible decal. It measures out to a whopping 40x40 decal and is finished in a creamy color Wallspoken calls linen.

So we all know that a "dance floor decal is meant for the "dance floor", right? Well I'm rethinking the actual location for this decal. I was thinking the foyer??? The decal would look fab on the marble tiling and it would give the first "WOW" factor as you first walk in.... hmmmm?

{Below is our foyer}

Thoughts?

MY CUSTOM MADE GARTERS ARE HERE!!

Choosing a garter was a lot harder than I thought it would be. I thought all you needed was a piece of material to hug your leg and throw to a hungry pack of wolves? If that's the case, shopping for a set should be easy, right? WRONG!

I searched two whole weeks for the perfect garter set until I made the verdict! I asked myself, why did it take you so long to make a decision? I guess the only way to answer that is: I was looking for something more personable rather than your typical "Go Sports Team" garter or the one with tons of lace on it. I wanted something a bit modern, of course elegant and wanted to call this piece my very own.

It wasn't till I crossed paths with Lola in Lace who agreed on helping make my garter dream a reality.

She was such a doll during this whole process. She granted each and every one of my wishes.

Material: Satin

Color: Ivory

Bow: Ivory and White

Embellishment: Rhinestones of course ;)

Personalized: Sterling Silver "N" Initial

I purchased two. One to toss and one to keep. Isn't it just perfect?!

Since it's arrived, I have tried it on 3 times. HA! That's how much I love this thing!!

Thanks Kelli for making my garters PERFECT!!

YAY! Transportation, BOOKED!

Despite the rain and thunder the SF Bay Area had this past Friday, there was no way it was going to stop Ramon and I from booking our transportation that day. We hopped in the car, filled up the tank and drove about 45 minutes to Santa Clara where we would finally get to test our our soon to be wedding day transportation! This was one of Ramon's duties and I think he did a great job at picking the best.

Check out our fun experience capturing it all in this live video reel!.

Pretty cool, huh.

We decided on a 2009 stretch H2 Hummer. BLACK! And of course, everyone had to put in their two cents in on why they thought black was inappropriate for a wedding and white would be a more better fit. Yea, whatever. lol. So I guess it's a good thing that Ramon and I aren't like everyone else, huh? We prefer black because it has a more defined look. More sleek. More fashionable. Although I do like the white H2, I'm going to have to side with Ramon on this one.

ugh, can't you see why? :p

We decided to book our wedding day transportation through Le Grande Affaire Limousine Service and can I just tell you that this has been our best vendor experience by faarrrr. We enjoyed their services so much, we lost track of time and ended up talking with everyone for two and a half hours. HA! We even got to book our very own chauffeur! Shout out to HERM! Can't wait to work with you!

Chris from Le Grande Affaire went above and beyond his services. He is such a down to earth kind of guy. If it weren't for Chris and checking up on us every week, we probably would've never booked with them. He made our experience pleasantly hilarious! Shout out to Chris. You da man!

The hummer was booked as an all inclusive package. Roses, 3 bottles of champagne, red carpet, balloons, personal message on window, chauffeur, gas, mileage ect. {Hence, we did not move forward with the balloons and message :/}

This additional will sure to be a hit for our bridal party. After all, they do deserve the very best!!

Making RSVP life easier!

Invisible ink pens?...

Yup, that's right. When I first started planning my wedding, I saw a post on Project Wedding that raved about how useful an invisible ink pen can be for RSVPs. We've all heard the horror stories RSVPs can bring. Guests adding more than initially was annotated on the RSVP card, guests forgetting to write their names on the RSVP card, unable to read the guests hand writing and the list goes on and on. So I decided to take my friends advice and move forward with purchasing a "spy pen"

Here's how it works.

On the back of your RSVP card, simply write the invited guests name indicating how many seats will be reserved per RSVP. Guests will fill in the blanks accordingly {hopefully} and mail it back. Once you receive it and the information isn't properly filled, just flip the card over, see who this RSVP belongs to and make the next move.

IE: if you can't read the names your guests filled out, you'd have your handy dandy invisible notes available at hand!

I purchased 2 INVIS-ID via ebay for $19.99. And that includes shipping!! You can purchase your very own spy kit from this eBay seller.

As you can see in the image below, it comes with one spy pen, one ultra UV black light, 3 extra batteries and a case for your storing needs. It also comes with 5 stickers to post in your home, car, office ect to notify any potential robbers that all items have been securely marked.

Here is a sample of a marked item not being exposed under a UV black light.

And here it is with the markings revealed.

Not only will this tool be a life saver in the event of receiving our RSVP cards, it will also be a fun addition as to assembling them. {At least for Ramon it will. It'll keep him busy;)}

The extra plus of owning a spy pen is that you can mark all your valuables without anyone ever noticing. If by chance you get robbed {knock on wood} and the police find your belongings, they will scan each item with a UV black light to see who it belongs to and BAM, your identification information will be seen. Just make sure you write your name and telephone number.

Hope this helps for anyone who wants to play it safe for the "just in case" moments of handling your RSVPs.

MY DIY Table Numbers!!

Going off the same style as our wedding invitations {soon will be revealed}, I decided to carry on the same motif in our table numbers.

I purchased these lovely rot iron old gold easels from both Beverly's and Burlington Coat Factory. $4.99 each, was a bit of a splurge for table easels, but I couldn't help myself. I just had to have em.

The back splash shimmer gold card stock was yet another splurge hitting at $6.99 for a pack of 10 - 8x11 sheets. Again, I couldn't resist. Paper Source gets me every time!

You can buy this "Sparkle Satin Gold" ribbon at JoAnn's. A full spool measures in at 3 inches wide and 3 yards long.

The crystals were left over from my invitation supplies. {again, my invites will make their premier sooner than you know it!}

*** If you like this DIY project and decide to use it and post about it, please give me credit with a link directed back to this blog. Thanks a bunch!! =)

My Vases are here!!!

Today was yet another exciting wedding day. I finally have my dream vases in hand!

I have been drooling over these vases for about four months now and to finally have them in my procession is such a relief. {{exhale, now I can breath}}

These will be gracing our guests tables as one of high/tall centerpieces.

Five high arrangements will be presented in these beautiful over sized hurricane vases adorned with a ball of ivory and cream roses and accented with crystals peeking out of each rose.

{I just love the stem detail}

I am getting so excited to see all my wedding plans unfold. I can't wait to see it in action!

Look What I Just Got!

feast your eyes on these beauties!!! Who would've thought cake stands would be such a treat to look at? From the intricate details, to the metallic old gold finish and the dripping crystals will surely be an eye catcher at my wedding. Made by one of my favorite couture home decor shops, Opulent Treasures has outdone themselves once again. BRAVO! But truth be told, always wanted them, never could afford them until.... dun dun dunnnn, TJ MAXX graced their shelves with these mouth dropping, oh so fabulous cake stands!

I'm thinking of using them at our cigar bar. Maybe we could display our custom made matchboxes on one and a pretty little floral arrangement on the other.

{with no flash. Just her, in all her natural beauty}

So tell me, if these were yours, what would you use them for?

HEADTABLE! Can I pull it off?

Creating a beautiful focal point for my husband-to-be and my bridal party is as important as important can be. These people have been so good to us, have been so supportive during our trials and tribulations and have always stood by our sides. So in my book, it's only right to give back a little of what they've given us by gracing them with a picture perfect table scape.

I want to bring all elements that are lush, abundant, textured, white, warm, elegant and topping everything off with a candlelight romance.

Below is an image that I earn to replicate. Isn't she a beauty?

Each bridesmaid bouquet will be showcased on a bed of green moss displayed in a white urn shown in the image below.

{source: Bride Sophisticate}

A candlelight setting will be incorporated by using stemmed hurricane votives. I'm using the image below as my inspiration. {ooooooh, aaaahhhhh! Goodness gracious! Just look at that table scape. Breathtaking, isn't it}

As far as linens, I am in a desperate search of scoring on affordable specialty linens or brainstorming a perfect swagged table linen using an ivory material, however, this is a subject in itself and will have to post about my linen adventure later ;)

I can't wait to get a move on with bringing this vision to life. I hope it will be all that I dream it will be. {crossing my fingers}

Our Gorgeous Linens!

....hopefully!

I had the honor of working the "San Francisco Wedding Fair" which was held at the Four Seasons Hotel. It was a blast working for great people such as Connie and Karla. They sure know how to run a show! And please believe I was right by their side all the while taking mental notes. {Why? Because one day I inspire to be just like them! Successful coordinators who are top of their game!}

Any who, I managed to sneak away a few minutes for personal reasons. And that personal reason was my wedding! hehe. I just couldn't resist. All day I was drooling over this certain piece of art. This certain something that you can honestly say "it made my mouth drop!"

Ladies and Gents, here she is, in all her beauty!

{source: my camera phone}

Isn't she a sight to see? They call her a specialty linen that consists of hand crafted crystal beading. I give all credit to this amazing vendor, Hartmann Studios.

Unfortunately, I was unable to get any details. All I had time for was a quick snap shot of my dream linens, grabbed a few business cards and left a short yet genuine promise that I would be in touch with them sooner than later.

So what do you think? Do we have a winner?

I love MY BIG FAT JUGS!!

hehehe, did I get your attention? lol

So, months ago I came across these pictures

and knew right then and there, THESE would be perfect for my bridal shower aka my little garden tea party!

So after months of making a mental note of this, I randomly came across these juice jugs from Bed Bath and Beyond for only $19.99 each. Not a bad price since I'll be reusing these babies for future parties we'd be hosting ;) After a few minutes of debating {and when I say a few minutes, I mean a few seconds!} I decided to get them! 3 of em!

The jugs are approximately 14 inches high and the stand alone gives it an additional 9 inches in height.

After much thought, I came to the conclusion that these jugs just couldn't be alone. They needed some company. Some "pretty" company. So why not use my pretty little coffee pot?

and next to it, I'll display sugar cubes like so.... {this will be a simple DIY project by using sugar frosting to recreate the rose effect}}

And with all of the above, I believe I will have the perfect beverage bar for my bridal shower!

What do you think?

If you're interested in purchasing the above juice jugs, there are described as the Del Sol 6-Quart Cold Beverage Dispenser with Stand. Check em out here.

ALL 270 OF THEM!

THIS IS A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT!
I repeat, this is a public service announcement!

We SCORED with our place setting purchase. We have all of our gold charger plates with 6 to spare. OMG! What a relief!

{source: 4 my rooms}

And get this! Can you believe we walked out of Walmart spending a little over $174 for all? That makes each plate equivalent to 63 cents each! Wow, what a bargain! Especially since I was getting quotes for $1.25 per charger JUST to rent.

OMG, you have no idea what a relief this is to me. I have been wanting gold chargers since the day I started planning my wedding and everywhere I've searched, they were asking an arm and a leg for them. And the places where I did find deals, they were located so far away that shipping costs would've kick my booty! So I told myself, that I would wait til Christmas of 2009 to purchase my chargers {since I knew Walmart sold red, gold and silver chargers as part of their Holiday Trim collection} and so I did. I waited and I waited. And what do you know, Christmas came and went.

I purposely waited to make my BIG move for December 26th in order for me to score first pick on the holiday Christmas clearance sale. So of course, to reassure that I get all I need, I had set my alarm Christmas night for 7am the following morning.

{source: Denver}

December 26th at 7am, I jumped up out of bed, brushed my teeth, combed my hair, colored in my eyebrows {{hehe}}

{source: Shutter Stock}

and was on my way.

When I arrived, I pretty much BOOKED it to the holiday section. lol. Like a bat out of hell. I made it, I spotted my items and from there on out.... it was GAME ON!

After an hour of scurrying through each and every box set, after breaking a sweat, after loading two carts filled of gold chargers, after making friends that just enjoyed watching me go crazy, after $174...I found myself here. In my home. Counting! And here they are.

{source: my crappy camera phone}


ALL 270 OF EM!

{source: my crappy camera phone}

Aren't they just a beauty!

For me, this was well worth the wait. Well worth the adrenaline rush. Well worth not sleeping in on my day off!

Consider me a HAPPY CAMPER! =)

My Ring Bearer Pillow!!

Who would have thought a ring bear pillow would have ended up into an unexpected whirl wind? The time I have invested into discovering my dream ring pillow would've been a crime. My research became an obsession that took me to another world where I felt the need to examine each and every pillow carefully and thoroughly. I researched materials, fringes and crystals. I searched high and low in boutiques, department stores and little mom and pop shops.

It wasn't until I unexpectedly stumbled across a cute little shop called 5eizen through one of my favorite sites, etsy. It's funny how things happen to you when you least expect it.

After searching through her site and marking about 5 pillows as my favorite, I narrowed it down to this beauty.

I am the proud owner of this Elle Bloom Ring Pillow which was hand made using silk dupioni textures and graced by an array of whites, creams and ivories. And what tops it all off is knowing that my pillow was announced and featured by MARTHA STEWART herself!

{photo courtesy}

AMAZING GUEST BOOKS!

I found this amazing guest book idea from a friend of mine off of Project wedding and I just had to share with my fellow blogger brides.

The details, workmanship and quality is OUTSTANDING. This will not just a guest book or just a name and address book, but it will be a gorgeous keepsake that will be passed down to future generations.

It'll be sure to have your guests at AW.

What I plan on doing is filling every other page with a pic from our engagement shoot and leaving the opposite side lined so guests can write more than just their names but hopefully a meaningful message, wishes, advice and words of wisdom.

Something like this...

Check out more of these amazing custom made books from Fine Blank Books.