When we got engaged I had the great idea only I would update the blog on a regular basis with our plans. Well then life happened and I've barely shared any updates. So, at last, in honor of the 6 month mark until our big day
(which was actually 10 days ago), here is a wedding update...
Save Our Date Postcards
From the beginning I knew I wanted to send out postcards to save our wedding date. They're an affordable option, both in postage and paper, plus a great opportunity to use engagement photos. I did extensive research on Minted and Wedding Paper Divas and kept coming back to
this postcard. I loved the date blocks and the word choice: save
our date, however the
layout and colors weren't working with the photo we wanted to use. I did what any crafty gal would do and decided to make the postcards myself! Here's the end result:
I used
Picasa and
Picnik photo programs and had the postcards printed through
Zazzle. Not only was I able to get the exact look I wanted, I cut the cost by .20/card! Putting them into the mail was really fun, but not as much as the pictures and messages that rolled in as family and friends received them. I can only imagine the excitement when we get to the invites!!
Our VIPs
Over the past few months we've confirmed a
few Very Important People to help make our day extra special and run smoothly. As I've
mentioned a few times, it's important to us that this day be a
reflection of our journey and involve the people and things we love
most. So far I feel like this has come true, including the following...
Officiant: As you'll remember, Brian and I met at a wedding (read full story here). In celebration of where it all began, we asked the father of the bride from that wedding to marry us! He gave a heart warming and funny toast at their wedding and is a loving and caring husband, father and friend. We are thrilled he agreed to marry us!
Ceremony musician: My
uncle is an amazing guitarist. Last Thanksgiving he showed Brian and I
his guitar room and even demonstrated all the gadgets. When we started talking about random wedding ideas,
we both agree it would be so great to have Uncle Eddie play at our
wedding. We are grateful he said yes! He is also known to tell A LOT of jokes
(good and bad), so who knows he might play guitar and do stand-up comedy.
Day-of coordinator: When putting together our budget I made sure to figure in a day-of coordinator. Having done wedding planning
, I knew I needed to have someone else to take care of the day-of details and logistics so I can focus on other things...like getting married. I called my friend Arlaina who I met working at the AHA, although she is now an event planner for the convention center. She was honored I asked her to do it and will do such an amazing job and have fun too. At the time I asked her, I was also job searching and she connected me to my current position! I am forever grateful. We've already agreed that I'll return the day-of favor for her
(when the time comes).
Florist: In September during the creative challenge, I made
bouquets and
boutineers for fun. I had though for a split second it would be fun to do my own flowers, but making those reaffirmed my decision to hire a professional so that, same as above, I can focus on getting married. Layna's good friend Katie did all the flowers for her wedding
(see here and here) and did an amazing job! I am so thankful she's agreed to do our wedding too! We've met once so far and it was probably one of the most fun conversations I've had during this planning. I'm excited to see what she puts together, I know it will be beautiful!
Caterer: I knew who I wanted to hire from the beginning. As I explained
here
I worked for a catering company so it was pretty hard for me to look elsewhere. I did look at pricing and menus at a few other caters but ended up going with my fav:
Catering by Design. I know from first hand experience their event service is top notch, not to mention their food is really good
(aka not your typically chicken buffet). I have been happy with their ability to work within our budget to create a delicious menu, using local ingredients when possible. We'll be having a tasting in the next month or so which I am super excited for!
I really am going to try and share the details on a more regular basis around here. They're fun to write and it helps me share the details more widely. I already have a few posts ready to go, so check back again next Wednesday for more Lack-gert wedding updates! July 2...here we come!
Popping the other question (will you be my bridesmaid?)? Check!
Wedding Colors & Inspiration Board? Check!
Save Our date postcards, Officiant, ceremony music, day-of coordinator, florist and caterer? CHECK!
