wedding checklist

Tomorrow (today?) I have to:

*take Aaron to the doctor to see if his cast will come off (crosses fingers)

Sometime in the next two days I have to:
*redo all the programs.. ick
*finiish the two collages for the guestbook table
*figure out how to get the wrinkles out of my veil
*dry clean my rehearsal dinner dress
*redo the seating chart
*redo the place cards
*get the bridesmaid and groomsmen gifts together


Friday I have to:
*get a pedicure (manicure?)
* Wash and dry my hair at night so its ready to go Saturday morning
*Take all the stuff to my aunt so she can take it to the venue so its there and waiting on the day of.
-flip flops
-programs
-guestbook
-placecards
-other paper items
-dress
-veil
-flip flops
-shoes
-tiara
-bathroom basket
-coffee

I know I'm forgetting something..

yay.. only 3 more days now.. :)

two weeks.. eeek

Omg! I'm getting married in two weeks!

TWO WEEKS.

Today is my hair trial and I'm torn between something like this:



or


I guess we'll see what my stylist recommends, and I'll post pictures later.

In other news, I decided to order a longer veil. I don't have one and I've borrowed two ... one is about waist length and the other is cascading.

The new one will be like this:



I can't wait to get it. I hope i like it. :)

One month to go!!

I'm getting married in a month and this is what we have so far...



First us:


Then the ring that started it all, along with my soon to be wedding band:


Invitations from weddingpaperdivas.com (we jazzed them up with some dark blue metallic cardstock)

and here they are ready to go:


Our Save the Date Magnets purchased from Magnetstreetweddings.com


Our Venue - A vineyard in the country


Ceremony Area:



Reception Area:





My Wedding Dress:

and on the model:



Second Fitting with the sleeves added, bustled and the right length:


Rehearsal Dinner dress:


The Bridesmaid Dresses:


Groom's Tux:


Groomsmens Tux:


Hair ideas: - Hair trial is in a couple of weeks.



Flowers:
I gave the florist this picture for my bouquet:

Bridesmaid bouquets:


Centerpieces:

Cake Topper:


Groomsmen (pink rose) /Groom (white rose)


Cake:

First tier - white with bavarian cream and fresh strawberries
Second tier - chocolate with chocolate mousse and mini-chocolate chips
Third tier - yellow butter cake with grand marnier whipped cream

Menu:
APPETIZERS
Roma Tomato Bruschetta
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Spanakopita
Fruit and Cheese Platter

DINNER
Roasted Chicken Breasts with fresh herbs
Roast Sirloin with a Mushroom Merlot Demi Glaze
Half Oven Roasted Red Potatoes
Half Mediterranean Pasta
Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables
Greek Salad (Dressing on the side)
Fresh Baked Rolls With Butter

DIY
Table Numbers:


Place cards


Programs: This is a test-run made with a 6x6 sample pocketfold I had ordered awhile back. We ordered the real supplies a few days ago.


Decorations:
I bought some of these for the round stone tables in the garden:


Flip Flops at the Reception for Dancing.. like this:

Bathroom baskets are almost ready too.. but no picture yet.

My photographer has agreed to do a live photo booth like this one.. I'm super excited about this. I've wanted to rent a photobooth, but

We still have lots to do -
Programs, Place cards, seating charts, dress alterations, finalize decorations for the ceremony and reception, marriage license, buy Aaron's ring, and hunt down all the people who have not sent in their reply cards.. ..etc.etc.

and I'm still trying to figure out if i want to buy parasols or not
I do rather like this picture:

100 days to go

I'm getting married on September 20, 2008


This is us:


These are definite things I've booked
The ring that started it all. paired with my birthday present from a couple of years ago. I'm considering letting my fiance get me diamond earrings and just using this one for my wedding band instead


venue - Vineyard in the middle of the country










Save the Dates - These went out last September (bad idea...) and in January


Bridesmaids Dress


Dress



Shrug to go with dress:


Tiara


I got some of these hurricanes for the tables in the garden


Flowers
My Bouquet:

Bridesmaids Bouquet:

Flowers for the guys


Flower wreath for my flower girl


Bridesmaids Bouquets


We are not getting corsages or any flowers for anyone not in the bridal party - that includes family.

Cake
Cake Topper




Cake Flavors
Chocolate with Chocolate Mousse with mini chocolate chips
Vanilla with Fresh Strawberries and Bavarian Cream
Yellow with Grand Marnier Whipped Cream

Menu:
APPETIZERS - Butler Passed
Roma Tomato Bruschetta
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Spanakopita
Fruit and Cheese Platter

DINNER
Roasted Chicken Breasts
Roast Sirloin with a Mushroom Merlot Demi Glaze
Half Oven Roasted Red Potatoes
Half Mediterranean Pasta
Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables
Greek Salad (Dressing on the side)
Fresh Baked Rolls With Butter

Things left to do:

• Buy Invitations


• Have the guys order tuxes


• Finalize centerpieces


• Get alterations done on my dress


• Pick music


• Sign up for dance lessons


• Figure out the Rehearsal Dinner plans


• Meet with our officiant and pick a ceremony


• Favors (homemade truffles)


• Place cards / Programs / Seating Chart etc