Love2Save

So there you are. Looking at your event budget and thinking, "How in the world did I spend this much money?" Trust me, you're not alone. It seems like it all just flies out the window sometimes. If only we could put a little seed in our backyard and watch the money tree grow. 

A money tree would be amazing but because that only happens in our dreams there are ways to save here and there. Try ditching the flowers for your centerpieces and add candles in vintage holders or some awesome twigs in a sleek glass vase. There are so many ways to DIY these days. Head out to the craft store and be creative or borrow a few things from friends and family. Remember, everything does not always have to be so "matchy matchy". 

A WONDERFUL friend of mine used silver frames for table numbers. Each with a different style but stayed in the classy, elegant theme that she wanted. I loved the idea and thought it was a great way to save if you could just take them from home or even borrow from a neighbor. 

So go out there! Roll up your sleeves and save that money! 

The good old days...

Does anyone miss polaroid cameras as much as I do? I wish my digital camera made that shutter noise and then rolled out a beautiful photo that in order to see it you have to shake it a few times. Ok, I know their are other cameras that print out photos but it's just not the same. So how can we bring it back? Buy a polaroid camera for a special event like a birthday party, wedding, or baby shower. Have your guests write a special message on a dry erase or chalk board and say cheese! or take the picture and have your guest write a little something on the back. This can replace a guest book or just give you great memories from a fun day. Let me know if you try this out! I'd love to hear about the polaroid adventure :) 

I always seem 2 forget...

about BALLOONS! Don't you remember when your parents got balloons for your birthday and you were so excited? They just scream party! Now, I don't recommend them for weddings but any other occasion go for it! Do all white for a bridal shower or multi-colored for a child's birthday.

This picture just makes me smile :)

Table2Table

 I absolutely love when people become creative with table numbers! Ok, they're only for guests so they know where to sit but why not make them fun and festive? I found these DIY numbers and thought they were fabulous. I'm guessing you could make each one for 5 bucks at the most. Some wooden numbers, a little spray paint, scrapbook paper, a frame and there you go! Here are a few more to look at: 

A new twist on the guest book

I found an idea in a magazine and thought it was fabulous! Have your guests sign white decorative plates or any color that will match your new home. Hang them on a wall in your dining room, kitchen, or family room along with other festive plates. These will be awesome discussion pieces when guests come to visit and you can remember your wedding day over and over again when you see them.

New2This

Hi everybody! So I'm VERY new to this whole blog thing but I wanted a new way to get my ideas out for you so...here I am. If you have advice for me about blogging, I would love to hear it. Other then that, I got my "Ownership of Business" certificate in the mail yesterday and I am so excited! Can't wait to get the ball rolling and plan more events.

Right now I am working on a fun but classic bridal shower for a friend of my Mom's soon to be daughter in law (did you catch that? Kind of confusing). It has been fun getting to chat about food, flowers, and colors. Makes me wish I could plan one everyday!

For dessert, I'm making strawberry shortcake but putting them in a glass votive that you can buy at any craft store. The layers of the cake will look great and they're so easy to serve. Here's a picture to make your mouth water a little, if you're a sweet tooth person like me :)