Sneak Peek: Reception Decor

WOW! It's been more than three months since I've posted on this blog! Crazy how time flies. I think initially I was really excited about planning the wedding, then I realized how much time we had left, so I halted planning somewhat, and now were past the four month mark. So I'm getting up and running again. Time is running out!

So here's an idea of what the linens will look like on the reception tables. The charger will be silver instead of gold, though. Chair sashes may or may not be tied like this. Hope you like! More to come soon, I promise.

Hampton Inn to open downtown

I'm happy to report that a brand new Hampton Inn & Suites is opening in September in downtown Gainesville. This is good news because it's very close to the wedding/reception site!

We have a block of rooms there, and the cost per night is $114. This is going to be the best choice if you want to stay close to the action (and in a nice chain hotel) but not quite on top of the action. There are other bed & breakfasts nearby if you want to stay at a B&B but not at Sweetwater.

Let me know if you have questions, and start booking your rooms! :)

What's Your Favorite Blue Drink?

I'm considering having a "signature drink" at the reception. Since my colors are aqua and red, I think it would be neat to have a blue drink. My wedding planner sent me a few suggestions. Check them out, and let me know what you think!

Blue Cosmo

Blue colada

Blue Rox’s Martini

Blue Screw

Blue velvet martini

Blueberry Daiquiri

More Museum Fun!

Here are some more photos from our shoot w/Robbie's friend's wife in Sarasota at the Ringling Museum. Enjoy!

Make-up, Make-up & More Make-up!

Sorry I haven't posted as much lately. It's been a busy few weeks! I had my third make-up trial last weekend. It was probably the best thus far, but after three trials, I think I have come to the conclusion that I want to do my OWN make-up on my wedding day. I will get some of the products that were used last weekend but do it myself. I think this will be a wise decision, even if it has the potential to add additional stress. {One thing I WON'T do is my own hair, though!}

Here are some photos from last weekend.

Sample Bouquet: It's a Winner

My florist put together a sample bouquet for me a couple of weeks ago. I got to watch her put it together, which was definitely beneficial, as I realized I didn't love what we had originally planned. She quickly pulled some things out and put others in and ... viola!


We ended up with pin-cushion protea {planned}, red roses {planned}, flame/mango calla lillies {planned, although not the color I thought they were going to be} and hypericum berries {not planned}. We edited out the green kangaroo paw and bluperium.



I took the bouquet home and stared at it over the weekend, and I think it's a winner. {Unfortunately, the cats thought so too. I had to keep them away from it as some lillies are dangerous to cats.} I was originally not sold on the color of the calla lillies, but I think they go well with everything else that's in the bouquet.



Love to hear your thoughts!

Make-up Trial #2

I got my make-up done by another person last week. Overall, it was good, but I think the foundation is slightly too light and not blended enough around the hairline.

Check out the fake eyelashes! Aren't they awesome? Definitely a must for the wedding day.

I think I may have one more person do my make-up and see how that goes. What do you think?