Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Wedding Registry Checklist

Planning out your wedding registry can be stressful, but not if you do an inventory check ahead of time!

Bedroom Register for bedroom linen items per bedroom
Accent pillows
Bed Skirt/Dust Ruffle
Blankets
Comforter or duvet
Duvet cover
Euro shams
Fitted sheets
Flat Sheets
Mattress pad
Pillowcases (set of two)
Pillows
Quilt
Standard shams
 
Dining Room
Formal China
5-piece place settings (Dinner, salad, bread plates, teacup and saucer)
Coffee pot
Coordinating accent plates for salad or dessert
Covered butter dish
Covered casseroles
Covered vegetable bowls
Gravy boat
Large vegetable bowls
Pasta bowls
Platters - large
Platters - medium
Platters - small
Rimmed soup bowls
Salt and pepper shakers
Serving bowls
Soup tureen and ladel
Sugar and creamer set
Flatware
5-piece place settings (Dinner and salad forks, tablespoon, teaspoons and knife)
Butter knives
Cake and pie server
Gravy ladle
Pierced spoons
Salad servers
Serving forks
Serving spoons
Silverware chest
Sugar spoon
Crystal
Iced beverage glasses
Red wine glasses
Water goblets
White wine glasses
Barware
Bar tool set
Carafe
Champagne flutes (or purchase one pair to us at your wedding)
Coaster set
Cocktail shaker
Cordials
Decanter
Double old-fashioned glasses
Highball glasses
Ice bucket
Ice tongs
Margarita glasses
Martini glasses
Pilsner glasses
Pitcher
Punch bowl and cups
Snifters
Tumblers
Table Linens
Cocktail napkins
Dinner napkins
Luncheon napkins
Napkin rings
Placemats
Table pad
Table runner
Tablecloths
 
Kitchen
Everyday Dishes
5-piece place settings (Dinner, salad, soup bowl, teacup and saucer)
Covered butter dish
Covered vegetable bowl
Gravy boat
Mugs
Open vegetable bowl
Rimmed soup bowls
Salt and pepper shakers
Serving bowls
Serving platters - large
Serving platters - medium
Sugar and creamer set
Flatware
5-piece place settings (Dinner and salad forks, tablespoon, teaspoon and knife)
Hostess set
Salad servers
Serving fork
Serving set
Serving spoon
Glassware
Juice glasses
Pitcher
Red wine glasses
Water glasses
White wine glasses
Cookware
Cookware set with 10 to 14 pieces
10” frying pan or skillet
2-quart sauce pan with lid
3-quart sauce pan with lid
6-quart stock pot with lid
Broiler pan
Casserole dishes
Covered saute pans
Double boiler with lid
Dutch oven
Fondue set
Grill/Griddle
Lasagna pan
Omelet pan
Roasting pan
Roasting rack
Steamer basket
Wok/stir fry pans
Cutlery
Bread knife
Carving set
Chef’s knife
Cleaver
Kitchen shears
Knife block
Knife block set
Paring knife
Santoku knife
Serrated knife
Sharpening steel
Steak knives
Blender
Bread maker
Coffee bean grinder
Coffee maker
Crock pot
Espresso machine
Food processor
Hand mixer
Immersion blender
Juicer
Microwave
Panini press
Pasta Maker
Rice cooker
Slow cooker
Stand mixer
Toaster or toaster oven
Waffle iron
Electric Can Opener
Bakeware
Baking sheet
Bread pan
Cake pan
Ceramic bakeware set
Cookie sheet
Cooling rack
Glass bakeware set
Half-sheet pan
Jelly-roll pan
Loaf pan
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Mixing bowl set
Muffin tin
Nonstick bakeware set
Pie plates
Quiche pan
Rolling pin
Tart pan
Kitchen Accessories
Basting brushes
Bottle opener
Cabinet organizer
Can opener
Canister set
Cheese grater
Citrus zester
Colander
Cutting boards
Drawer organizer
Food-storage containers
Garlic press
Ice cream scoop
Masher
Meat tenderizer
Peeler
Pizza wheel
Salad spinner
Salt and pepper mill
Spatula
Spice rack
Tea kettle
Timer
Tongs
Trash can
Trivet
Whisk
Kitchen Linens
Aprons
Chair pads
Dishtowels
Kitchen mat
Napkins
Oven Mitts
Pot holders
Table pad
Table runner
Tablecloths
 
Bathroom Register for bathroom items per bathroom
Bathroom Linens
Bath mats
Bath sheets
Bath towels
Hand towels
Washcloths
Bathroom Accessories
Bath rug
Electric razor
Electric toothbrush
Hamper
Magnifying mirror
Massager
Scale
Shower Curtain, rings and liner
Soap dish or dispenser
Tissue holder
Toothbrush holder
Tub mat
Waste basket
Water glass
 
Home Accessories & Electronics
Air purifier
Alarm clocks
Cake Plate
Candlestick holders
Centerpiece Bowl
Chip and Dip Bowl
Divided Serving Tray
Drapery hardware
DVD player
Flatscreen TV
Framed art
Humidifier
Picture Frames
Throw blanket
Tiered Server
Vases
Wall clocks
Wall mirrors
Window treatment
 
Cleaning Supplies
Broom
Garment cleaner
Hand vacuum
Iron
Ironing Board
Mop
Steam cleaner
Vacuum
 
Luggage
Duffle bag
Garment bag
Rolling suitcase
 
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden hose
Gardening kit
Grilling set
Patio furniture set
Snow shovel

Monday, May 7, 2012

Photos Before the Ceremony?

What do you think about couples seeing each other and doing pictures before the ceremony?

First off, I'd like to say that there is no right decision. Everyone is different and I strongly believe that weddings should reflect the character and personality of the bride and groom, even down to how they lay out the day.

Believe me, I've heard both extreme sides of the argument. One one side, I've talked with people who believe it's bad luck, wedding blasphemy and that I'm crazy for even suggesting it. On the other side of the spectrum, I've talked with people who find it old-fashioned and want nothing to do with a tradition rooted in the days where marriages were arranged and virgins were sold to old men in exchange for cows. No joke, this is where the tradition came from. Not letting the groom see the bride until the ceremony was a tactic to keep him from deciding she wasn't worth the price he was paying and backing out. Obviously, I don't think that's why anyone is carrying on the tradition today.

I definitely respect the brides I meet who have envisioned that walk down the aisle to see their groom for the first time since they were a child. But, from my perspective, as a bride, as a photographer and as someone who's seen the in's and out's of hundreds of weddings, here are a few reasons to consider seeing each other before the ceremony.


1. You still get the aisle experience. Most bride's main concern is losing the wow factor of her groom seeing her for the first time as she walks down the aisle. But the magic of that moment isn't lost. You're about to get married. The moment is HUGE. You walk down single and walk back united with another person. Whether he's seen you in your dress or not has nothing do do with the magic of the moment. You can see it and feel it, the emotion is still there. At my own wedding, my husband still teared up when I walked down the aisle with my dad. Never mind that he and I had been joking around with friends 30 minutes prior.


2. Nerves. Most people I've talked to after their wedding say that they were so nervous and anxious until the moment they saw each other and the butterflies all went away, regardless of whether that moment was at the alter or a couple of hours before. You suddenly have your other half and you can begin processing the day with them. One time, while we were driving from the photo shoot to the ceremony with a couple, a groom (who will remain nameless) turned to his bride and with a relieved look on his face said, "I would have crapped my pants if I had to wait until the ceremony to see you!"



3. Enjoy the moment alone together. Think about it, if you see each other for the first time at the end of the aisle you can't talk or kiss, you can hardly touch and you'll have somewhere between 5 and 500 of your closest friends, family, co-workers and their random dates watching you. OR, you can set up a romantic moment that you can really enjoy. Laugh, hug, kiss, cry- you don't have to hold anything back because you don't have to worry about anyone watching. AND, the moment usually makes for sweet pictures.



4. Get to the party sooner. Seeing each other beforehand and getting pictures done means that once you're done with the ceremony, you're ready to head straight to the reception with nothing else to worry about except dancing with your friends. If you are doing pictures afterwards, you'll have a lot less time and all of your guests will be waiting.



5. Photos. If you list photos as one of the most important thing to you on your wedding day, I'd highly recommend shooting before the ceremony. It really expands your options for what you're able to do. You're able to schedule in extra time to drive to a great location, time to get a wider variety of shots and just have a more relaxed photo shoot.


6. Spend the day with each other. Really, when you think about it, a wedding reception is a big party that the bride and groom are hosting. Everyone wants to talk to them, congratulate them, dance with them, etc. Yes, you'll probably spend most of the reception side by side, but you'll be talking to everyone else. As we drove away from our reception, Jason and I realized we hadn't really gotten a chance to reallly talk to each other since before the ceremony!

7. Get away from the stress. The few hours before the wedding is when moms, florists, friends helping to set up, etc. begin stressing over little details and begin to come and ask the bride for answers and you hear questions like these: "Do you want the flowers here, or six inches to the left?" or "We can't find the cake! Oh wait... we found it." All things that can work themselves out and if you're not available because you're off taking pictures, you never have to know.

Music Monday- Frank Sinatra - The Way You Look Tonight Original

Im Happy for a Monday

Hey There Friends....

Monday has arrived and you might ask why are you happy its a Monday.. Well the weekend was pretty long and it had its share of stress but all in all we survived.

Saturday we were back on Apartment hunt and I think we may have found a winner.. We will see what happens with the application process...FINGERS CROSSED AND PRAYERS UP FOR US.

Saturday Night, Scott and I had a wonderful night of dinner and enjoying each other's company. Its nice to get out every now and again for dinner and with all that's going on, they may come even fewer and farther in between so it is nice to cherish those moments.

Sunday was light but somethings passed thought my mind wedding wise. I took Mom to look for a Mother of the Bride dress since the last one she liked we were unable to order and she found one (Thank God!) Scott and I selected a First Dance Song....Yes we now have a song and my mind keeps going back to a Videographer.. but I have to let it go.

I think all and all, we had a great weekend and me looking forward to Monday is just me being one step closer to me being Mrs. Cameron (It has such a nice ring to it).

On task for this week for me:

  1. Work with Team Jascott on invites for Bridal Shower and Bachelorette
  2. Pick a outfit for Bridal Shower
  3. Order Mom's dress
  4. Find shoes for Junior Bridesmaids
  5. Continue work on Music List
  6. Gifts for Groomsmen and Groom

Until next time... 173 to Me and He......LOL

Friday, May 4, 2012

Groom's mom leaves wedding in cuffs after insane brawl

Groom's mom leaves wedding in cuffs after insane brawl

Wedding Stress .... Go Away

Since the wedding process has been going so smoothly, of course there will be a bump in the road to throw me off my Bridal game and in comes... Wedding Stress



I know everyone says it happens to every bride but dam it, I didn't want it to happen to me. Crazy of me to think I would be the exception to the rule but a girl can dream. The problem for me is that I tend to take things personally and with that comes me feeling more than I probably should about it all..

I am going to take a deep breath, inhale, exhale and try to move forward. What do you do to handle wedding stress?

Start Planning A Stress-free Wedding

Start Planning A Stress-free Wedding

Friday Letters




Dear Apartment Applications,

Please be approved so we can find a Cameron Crib soon.


Dear Lord,

Give me strength and show me that everything will be alright..


Dear Cinco de Mayo,

I might need a cocktail.... Just sayin'

Dear Body,

The Revlon Walk is next week... Lets get ready and walk for a great cause

Dear Scott,

The best feelings are those that Have no words to describe them.... You give me those feelings each and everyday. 176 till forever.



Thursday, May 3, 2012

Nailing it- Update

A few months ago, I did a post on how I am a mission to grow out my natural nails and here is my progress....



After 15 years of Acrylic on my nails... They are growing very well and getting stronger by the day. At first I will admit it was tough for me not to put acrylic back on them but seeing them less than a year later look like this makes me happy I didn't.

Yay me!!

Husband dies moments after wedding vows

Back to Life...

Hey All... I am back and on the mend. Since Tuesday, I have had a terrible Migraine and on Wednesday I had to take a Sick day from work to stay home and rest. Thankfully, Scott has a job where he can work from home if need be and he nursed me back to good standings... Another reason I Love Him so much.

Now that I am rested and feeling more like me, I am back on Wedding Planning and trying to figure out the odds and ends of Wedding Favors, MOB outfits and Flowers. This weekend will prove to be a busy one but none the less, things are getting checked off the list and I am happy about that.

I think that when it is all said and done, It will all be beautiful and Scott and I will be married...YAY!!

The Post-wedding Brunch: Ideas and Tips - Project Wedding

The Post-wedding Brunch: Ideas and Tips - Project Wedding

Top 10 Wedding Dress Trends from Bridal Fashion Week

Top 10 Wedding Dress Trends from Bridal Fashion Week

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Celebrity Wedding Moments

Celebrity Wedding Moments

Photo of the Week


This Photo of the Week is of Scott and I at Family Day at a Dodger Game, We had a ball with the family and the kids. We are looking forward to doing it again this year.


Tuesday, May 1, 2012

May Day

May is officially here which means less than 6 months until We Do!! We actually cooked dinner last night together and it was nice to have some time with just us cooking a meal. We gave The Neely's a run for their money for sure:





We even had enough for lunch today so I am a happy woman as usual.


Here is what we have on tap for May to handle on our Wedding List:


1. Meet caterers.

2. Meet with the officiant. Map out the ceremony and confirm that you have all the official documents for the wedding (these vary by county and religion).

3. Book the rehearsal and rehearsal-dinner venues. Negotiate the cost and the menu. If you’re planning to host a day-after brunch for guests, book that place as well.

4. Select and order the cake. Some bakers require a long lead time. Attend several tastings before committing to any baker.

5. Schedule hair and makeup artists. Make a few appointments with local experts to try them out. Snap a photo at each so you can compare results.

6. Choose your music. What should be playing when the wedding party is announced? During dinner? To kick off the dancing? Keep a running list of what you want—and do not want—played

7. Check in with the florist



Happy May Day Readers.......179 to go!!!



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