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April 12, 2010
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[caption id="attachment_99" align="alignright" width="203" caption="Photo: Netherlands Flower Bulb Info"][/caption] I'm not a florist, but I wanted to spend a little time this spring getting to know my flowery friends a little better.  After a quick stop to the Produce Junction in Darby, PA, I walked home with a 10-stem bunch of my newest playmates. Reader, let me introduce you to Gladiolus communis, affectionately known in my family as the "Sword Lily" (which IS one of its proper nicknames, but also because my fiance is a theatre fight choreographer and he just loved...

April 6, 2010
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[caption id="attachment_90" align="alignright" width="226" caption="The idea is growing on me."][/caption] A rolling stone gathers no moss.  But a clever designer does. I'm tossing around some moss ideas for a woodland wedding theme, and stumbled upon a few noteworthy mossterpieces: Ms. Martha Stewart herself grabbed some inspiration from the grounds around her estate in Maine and employee Kevin cobbled together a really cool "mini-landscape" featuring multiple kinds of moss. Tulsa, OK-based Simple Sweet Design offers custom mossy monograms.  Not only can you order your own married initials (perhaps to decorate a mantel at your...

March 31, 2010
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In case anyone needs a break from wedding stress, I haven't seen anything as cute as this. Ever.  I invite anyone who can find something cuter than a PUG marrying a FRENCH BULLDOG to please send it to me. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seVvR6O_kPk]...

March 30, 2010
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Today's issue of the Philadelphia Metro Newspaper included Jonathan Alpert's weekly column "No More Drama."  This week, Jonathan tackled the topic of peer-wedding-pressure - what to do when "all" your friends are married or engaged and you feel like you're trying to catch up.  My favorite sound bite, however, was this: "If you're in love with someone and talking next steps, then step away from the idea of a fairy tale wedding and focus on marriage and a life together." Trust me - planning a fairy tale wedding is going to be...

March 29, 2010
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[caption id="attachment_52" align="alignright" width="220" caption="Thumbs up!"][/caption] A palm reader can tell whether you want to get swept up in the romance of your wedding or whether you'd prefer to be in control of every detail, just from reading your fingerprints.  What better way to share these secret details about yourself than to seal your vows with a custom designed Fingerprint ring from Jessica and Brent Williams.  Based out of Maine, this team hand makes each ring with your most personal imprint. I just love the idea of "holding hands" with my fiance...

March 26, 2010
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[caption id="attachment_39" align="alignright" width="198" caption="Let the music play"][/caption] iAM currently planning an "iPod wedding" - a wedding that will feature a portable mp3 player instead of a disc-jockeying, announcement-making, dancefloor-shaking Master of Ceremonies. Maybe you have an allergic reaction to the Chicken Dance, want an alternative music option, or simply looking to save a little money on your Big Day. An iPod wedding does have its benefits, but take a few tips before plugging in (and tuning out). 1) An iPod alone does not an iPod wedding make. You will still...

March 25, 2010
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[caption id="attachment_28" align="alignright" width="200" caption="courtesy of Timeout Chicago"][/caption] This hot spot isn't the kind of place for hidden-corner canoodling, but Mercat a la Planxa makes my "Romantic Dining Destination" list any day. Iron Chef Jose Garces has laid out a tempting array and the only thing sexier than your new  foodie spouse is Garces' dessert menu.  There are dozens of opportunities to impress your date with the sexy sounds of that high school Spanish you dusted off for just such an occasion. Order dishes you'll both love, and play some Tapas...

March 25, 2010
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[caption id="attachment_22" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Bridal Bolero"][/caption] I have had my eye on these pretties for months now, and can only hope that my own wedding will be the final piece of this covetous puzzle (yes, I'm a Wedding Planner planning my own wedding at the moment!).  Designer Tiana Agapcheva uses the magic of Etsy to deliver gorgeous boleros from her native Ufa, Russia into my waiting arms (and onto my waiting back). Boasting a handmade-only motto (no machines at all), Tiana introduces a great alternative option for covering your shoulders during the...