Photo Courtesy of Anda Marie Photography I just found this great article about coordinating your hair do with your wedding entertainment! These are the types of details that can really make your celebration “pop”. Check out this article from Gigmasters. Wedding Hair Wedding Planning
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Written on
March 7, 2011 by
Marilee in
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If you’re at all interested in having a sustainable wedding (and who isn’t?), this is a great article from RecycledBride where brides buy and sell gently used wedding dresses. Fire and Ice by Planned Spontaneity Many of my clients have helped set these trends! How are you creating a sustainable celebration? Are you using any of…
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I love following Kelly’s examiner articles. She’s full of great ideas and information. Since one of my passions is delving into the meanings of our traditions, I thought you might enjoy reading about the significance of our “Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue” There’s also a final line that I hear less often…
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It’s been my pleasure to work with the talented and versatile Abigail Cantor on a number of occasions. She’s the leader of two ensembles, The Cantor Set and Shira. (Geeky math types will enjoy this play on words)The Cantor Set plays jazz standards, blues, and their own musical concoctions. They understand that rhythm and tempo are critical for…
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One of the coolest businesses I know of is TerraSource Chocolates, owned by Josie Pradella. Terrasouce offers organic, vegan, fair trade chocolates using locally produced fruits and spirits. Terrasource is one of those businesses that’s founded on the principle of doing well by doing good. Two-piece favor boxes are perfect for weddings. They are made from…
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Working with Anda Marie Photography is a true joy! She did a brilliant job capturing beautiful images of Claire and John’s Wedding, and I look forward to working with her again! Her excitement about being a wedding photographer is effusive. ”I can’t imagine anything better!” When I asked her what she loves the most, it’s the people. She loves her clients,…
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January 4, 2011 by
Marilee in
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Anda Marie Photography Claire and John’s wedding in October was inspiring in more ways than one! Not only was it beautiful and creative, but they also went out of their way to include their community and friends. Every person at the reception felt special and loved! ’62 ThunderbirdAnda Marie Photography Motif Painting by Debbie SiskoAnda Marie…
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When Beth Tucker and Chris Long were married in 2004, they wanted someone who would simply play music they chose on professional equipment, but that service didn’t exist! Like many people, they chose to create a playlist and do their own music. Of course, they didn’t simply run their MP3 player through a boom box….
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I love my tree skirt made byJust for You As Christmas approaches, I have the joy of decorating my tree. My tree skirt was made from the hem of my wedding gown. My Mother’s Gown When I got married, I wanted to wear my mother’s gown. Alas, that was not to be. I’m about 6″…
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There are few things more controversial in the world of wedding receptions than the Chicken Dance and the Macarena! Other examples include the YMCA, Hokey Pokey, Cha-Cha Slide, Electric Slide, and Limbo Rock! (Click the links to see some videos!)Here’s one opinion: from Wedding Receptions – The Do Not Play List by Nina Callaway, ”Sure, DJs love these…
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