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 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!! =)

DIY: Crystal Hanging Votives

Gah! How many candles can one wedding have?

I just love the romantic feel of a candlelight summers night. And that is one thing I definitely want to accomplish. Candles, candles, candles!!

I always knew I wanted hanging votives but didn't have any trees to hang them from. So I had to get creative to find a way to incorporate these gorgeous hanging flames.

And I think I've finally found the perfect spot.

Out on our balcony there are about 5-6 black rot iron patio sets that are covered by beautiful ivory umbrellas. They look like this.

You see those stick like things that are meant to support the umbrella? Yup, that's where they'll hang! =)

I also knew I wanted more than your typical hanging votive. So I decided to add a little somethin' somethin' to give it that extra umph. So I decided to use CRYSTALS!!

During cocktail hour, we will be floating small half bloomed cream roses sprays. They will almost look like this. The only difference is we'll be using smaller roses.

And when the sun goes down, we will then replace the roses with mini ivory candle pillars.

I am so excited about this project. I can't wait to see it in action!

*** If tou 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!! =)

1st Food Tasting!

and the last!!

Ramon and I had our first tasting not too long ago. Fortunately, we were accompanied by his lovely mother and his gorgeous sister. We thought it was important to bring along fresh taste

buds.

At our arrival and in good old blackhawk {our venue} fashion, we were greeted at the door by our "oh so lovely" venue coordinator, Shannon. She's an absolute a doll to work with. Shannon escorted us to our private tasting dinning area. First thing she did was introduced us to our waiter and their talented chef who would be preparing our meals the day of. She basically walked us through the tasting process, took our drink order and was on her way so that we may privately enjoy our tasting amongst ourselves.

We indulged in several savory entrees and desired to keep them all {if we lived in a perfect world, of course} Well, yeah, that dream didn't last very long as we were quickly slapped

in the face with reality. Our reality was that we were only allowed to serve 4 dinner plates and 1 of which had to be catered to our veggie eaters. {pooie} So in "REALITIES" reality we had to narrow it down to 3! JUST 3! And with a reluctant heart, we did as we were told. No complaints here! We are offering our guests a beef plate, a chicken plate and a seafood plate.

Introducing our drool worthy menu selection!

Option #1: 12 ounce ROAST PRIME RIB OF ANGUS

served with natural juices and cream horseradish sauce

Option #2: Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut Fillet

served with citrus avocado salsa

Option #3: Chicken De Parma

Boneless chicken breast stuffed with proscuitto, fontina and garlic crusted with pine nuts and herbs marsala shallot demi glaze

And of course our entrees will be served with a beautifully displayed Greek salad accompanied by an assortment of hot, fresh, baked breads.

{We chose the display on the left side. Sorry for the lousy picture}

To all the brides that will or have been offered a food tasting, I 100% recommend to attend. Not only because of the fun and memorable experience or the delicious foods you'll partake in, but because you get to choose the best of the best for your guests. After all, you're paying for it. You should be secure and confident in what you present to your guests! =)

So what do you think about the menu options? Which plated dinner would you choose?

I think we have a WINNER!

Introducing the "oh so fabulous" Blackhawk Country Club!

The club house lobby

The walkway to the grand ballroom

The Roundabout where valet will be greeting our guests.

The foyer where I would like the escort and sign in table to be.

Hors d'oeuvres and COCKTAIL hour. There is also a grand piano there but I didn't get a pic of it. (darn it!) Wouldn't it be nice to hire a pianist to perform during the cocktail hour?

And to the right is two sets of french doors leading into the grand ballroom. This is probably one of favorite features. I love the way the bar is separate from the ballroom. But in actuality it's just a step away.

And now, the Lakeside Grand Ballroom!

The french doors leading to the lakeside balcony

The view....

and oh, why not? Just for sh*ts and giggles... the ladies room!! lol.

So what do you think? Is it a taker?

3 Day Success!

YAY! I'm so happy to finally be at this point in my planning process. For months, I've been searching for inspirations and trying to get a feel of what I've envisioned on our wedding day. And with much thought, I finally decided to make it a reality.

My 3 Day Accomplishments:

MONDAY: - Phone appointment with a potential Wedding and/or DOC planner.

- Finalized purchase for 168 gold charger. (132 to go)

TUESDAY: Made 3 appointments for Saturday to check out a few venues.

Blackhawk Country Club, Danville

Crow Canyon Country Club, Danville

Sequoyah Country Club, Oakland Hills

WEDNESDAY: Made an appointment for Monday to meet, discuss and plan our Holy Matrimony.

St. Joseph Church, Alameda

Not bad for 3 days...Not bad at all.