Water for Elephants Photo Shoot

Normally I stick to Vermont or New England weddings, and usually real weddings at that, but when I first saw this photo shoot I thought it was real so I had to feature it, it was that well done:

submitted via Two Bright Lights

From the photographer: Water for Elephants, an amazing story of a young lad who finds his way to a traveling circus, falls in love with a beautiful blonde and in the end, rescues her and then spend the rest of their lives together… Randi Marie Photography and Blue Door Creative teamed up to create a wedding that would be a lovely replication of this amazing book. Author Sara Gruen offers visual aids throughout the pages of her book to help Kate & I gather idea’s to incorporate in to this styled shoot. With warm tones and a rustic feel, what started as a mere idea turned out to be an amazing wedding brought about from the past; "Water For Elephants meets A Rustic Barn." Brides need ideas outside the blank ballroom to make their wedding one of a kind. What better of a way to do it then create a wedding perfect for the vintage rustic bride? Executing this idea was nothing but ease as we had the best vendors on board that anyone could ask for. We wanted to build this styled shoot to help give brides outside-the-box ideas for a fabulous wedding. Our amazing bakers, Juliana with 3.14 Pies and Megan with Eat Sweets Pastry, teamed up to make delicious treats and the yummiest goods. The fabulous “Print Your Party” did our custom paper goods. We gave her an idea and she turned it in to a dream come true. Sew In Love created the perfect dress for our bride. The florist took our idea and turned it in to a dream. Stemming from the very vintage past, we wanted to incorporate a hairpiece that would really compliment the style of our shoot along with our bride’s personality. Kira, a fun and outgoing lady, was more then happy to be our model. For the name of love, that girl would be up for anything! Daniel, a handsome fella with the sweetest personality, made the perfect groom with his gentle personality and striking good looks.

Custom Wedding Invitation Projects- VT Moutains and Pine Trees

We worked on some really pretty projects last year, which I'll be highlighting over the next couple of weeks. First up is Devon's invite, featuring a sketch her mom drew on the invitation itself. The folder and green paisley backing were from Envelopments. The entire suite was closed with a coordinating belly band.

Real Vermont Weddings: Nicole and Brooke, Top Notch Resort

I had the pleasure of working with Nicole and Brooke last year on their wedding stationery. From invitations to programs, table numbers to favor cards, everything coordinated with our Simply Sweet Designs in shades of pink and green. So I was super excited to see the photos from their wedding from photographer Kathleen Landwehrle. I love Brooke's expression at first seeing Nicole (top left).

Submitted Via Two Bright Lights.

Vendors: Top Notch Resort, Stowe
Vermont Country Weddings
Lasso'd Moon- Invitations, Programs, Favor tags & table numbers
DJ-HP Bands
Officiant Annie Alexander-Kramer
Cookie Cakes- Bride

 From Nicole: Words of advice we'd offer: make sure to stay organized and communicate & confirm specific details with vendors...Take time to talk and thank each and every guest, and we really enjoyed seeing each other prior to our ceremony...Kathleen called it the "First Look" and it was a very private / emotional moment and helped take some of the nerves off. We also joke that our wedding day was literally "the calm before the storm" as Hurricane Irene came to town the following day. Kathleen got a couple of pictures of Brooke (the Weatherman) in his room watching the storm on CNN prior to the ceremony.

 

Vermont Bridal Shows-2012

Our bridal show schedule for the year starts at the Rutland Bridal Show coming up on Jan. 22nd! Join us, and other Vermont wedding professionals at the Holiday Inn in Rutland. From the VWA press release: Join us for the excitement, fun and prizes at the 26th Annual Rutland Bridal Show Sunday, January 22, 2012 at the Holiday Inn Rutland/Killington. With tastes and styles for all budgets, paired with state-of-the-art displays, we offer the largest gathering of the area’s top wedding professionals all ready to answer your questions about planning your wedding. Prizes include an Overnight for 2 with Dinner & Breakfast at the Holiday Inn Rutland/Killington ($250. Value) Vermont Specialty Basket and 2 Lift Tickets from Mount Snow ($300 value) Honeymoon Package at Basin Harbor Club ($450 Value) $250 Gift Certificates from SuperSounds/Green Mountain Photobooth, Hannoush Jewelers and much much more. And the KNOT will be joining us with FREE magazines for all brides! Vermont Wedding Association Bridal Shows are the TOP RATED bridal shows in the industry voted by BRIDES, COUPLES and WEDDING PROFESSIONALS! Registration and tickets are available at Rutlandbridalshow.com With 4 paid tickets, Brides ticket is FREE!

Real Vermont Weddings- Jorie & Hal, private residence

I'm loving all the details in this summer wedding! There were so many gorgeous photos from Studio SB, I had trouble choosing- and ended up with two inspiration boards.

Image submitted via Two Bright Lights.

Image submitted via Two Bright Lights.

Tweed River Video shared their wedding video with me as well!

Jorie & Hal - beautiful Lake Champlain Vermont Wedding from Tweed River Video on Vimeo.

Here's what the bride had to say about her day:
"Our wedding day was such a fantastic whirlwind! I spent the majority of the day getting ready with my lovely bridesmaids, laughing and occasionally walkie-talkie chatting with my husband-to-be who was getting ready in another part of the house.  The most nervous I was all day was in the 5 minutes leading up to our "first look" - which is exactly why I would highly recommend the first look option to any couple.  Hal and I had the opportunity to see each other and cry and be excited in the comfort of a gorgeous little wooded area before all the amazing chaos ensued.  We both loved getting the chance to just stare at each other and let all that nervous energy out before the actual ceremony.  And lest you husbands and brides-to-be out there are wondering: we still cried and laughed and were ten shades of excited once I was walking down the aisle and standing under the chuppah!  It's all about taking a deep breath, being relaxed, remembering that you are marrying the person you love, and having a wonderful time. "

Black Friday/Small Business Saturday

Be sure to follow us on Facebook to check out our deals!!
Black Friday:
Free Thank You Cards offer (over valid with code only- see details here)
Buy a Dozen Cupcake Wrappers, get 6 Free  (this deal runs through 9pm EST)

Small Business Saturday-
Pay your retainer, get 100 Free Favor tags! Pay with your American Express and get a $25 statement credit from them- a great deal. For more information, please visit the American Express website.

Burlington VT Bridal Show- November 20th, 2011

Come join us at the Burlington Bridal Show on November 20th at the Hampton Inn- tons of great prizes being given away by some of Vermont's finest wedding professionals.

For more details visit www.burlingtonvtbridalshow.com

See you there!

50% off Stationery Sale

Sale!!


FOUR DAYS ONLY! Use code Take50 in this section of our Etsy stationery shop and save 50% off the listed price. Need more than what's listed? Just email for a special order and you'll still receive the discount. Offer is good until Tuesday or while supplies last. Please note that the discount is for that section only and the code will not be valid for other orders.