7.31.2011
Sunday Funday, #1
7.29.2011
My Current Wish List - Carol Hannah Inspired
So. . . we totally want to know who your favorite is this season?!?!?
7.28.2011
We're Still Here!
I just wanted to apologize for the lack of posts this week, it's prime time here in the studio prepping for all of our October weddings (Jami's included - yay!!!) so things have been a little hectic and blogging has unfortunately had to take a back seat. We'll be back to our regular posting schedule tomorrow though!
Here's what we've been up to this week:
1} We mailed Kristie and Dustin's invitation suite! Remember the "Real Wedding Planning" Post from last year? Yep, that's them! We are so excited to finalize the planning details for their wedding this September :o)
2} I designed, printed, assembled (aren't you intrigued to see what assembly was required?!?!?) and mailed Jami's Bridal Shower Invitations. My mom, Eric's mom, our best friend (pretty much our sister - lol!) Sarah and I are throwing Jami a Rustic Milk and Cookies themed bridal shower inspired by Love and Lavender's Styled Shoot. Remember the fun inspiration board (above) I created from the beautiful photos? I can't wait to share all the incredible details we have planned for the party!!
3} We've been putting the finishing touches on several client's invitations:
- Kathryn and Dylan's Traditional Letterpress Suite
{Not only is this our first letterpress suite (YAY!!), but we are lucky enough to be working with Kseniya of Thomas-Printers!!}
- Meghan and Fred's Willow Tree Seeded Stock Suite
{I have had such a blast personalizing this suite with both Meghan and Fred - it's going to be lovely!}
- Lisa and Mike's Damask Seeded Stock Suite
{Yes, the Seeded Stock is so cool that everyone has fallen in love with it!! It fits Lisa's down-to-earth personality perfectly!}
- Jami and Eric's Vintage Monogram Suite
{We've collaborated with the incredible Laura Lavender on this one - you're going to fall in love!!!}
- Stephanie and Don's Modern Bling Suite
{Bling is right! I can't wait to share!!}
- DJ and Christy's Rehearsal Dinner Suite
{Simple elegance on this one - SWOON!!}
4} We've also been collaborating on a few things with the beautiful Louise of London's Bijoux Bride! We're working on some fun symbols for her blog and I've written a guest post for her that will be live next week! Be on the lookout :o)
5} Tonight's Book Club so there will be a special baci's baking post next Tuesday and the third installation of baci's book club will be up Thursday! If you haven't joined, you totally should - we're having a great time discussing our favorite reads :o)
I don't know about you, but I'm exhausted just writing all of that out - lol! Anyway, we truly appreciate your patience while we work through what has been the busiest time of baci so far (YAY!!). We couldn't do this without all of you! Thank you!!
7.22.2011
My Current Wish List - Bed, Bath, and Beyond
2) Padded Saddle Stool -$39.99 - Perfect for our island!
3) Professional Silicone Baking Mat - $14.99 - Eric's mom has one of these and they are so perfect!!
4) Ninja Professional Blender - $99.99 - A better blender for our drinks :)
7.21.2011
Friend Photo Shoot
7.20.2011
Wedding Wednesday | Wedding Registry
7.19.2011
baci's baking - Dessert Pizza
1 (8-oz.) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
(THE NEXT ITEMS ARE FRUITS, BUT YOU CAN CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITES)
1/2 cup sliced banana
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup seedless grapes, halved
1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2) Press cookie dough evenly into a 12-inch pizza pan. Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown. Cool in pan on wire rack.
3) Spread whipped topping over cooled crust. Arrange fruit in a decorative pattern. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
7.18.2011
Handpicked - Personalized Gifts
7.15.2011
My Current Wish List - Wet Seal Black Dresses
7.14.2011
baci's book club - June 2011 - Something Borrowed
7.13.2011
Wedding Wednesday | Save Your Wedding Day Feet
Wedding Wednesday | "The Biggest Mistakes Brides Make with DJ's"
Your reception DJ - A Big Deal or Not?
I would like to think that the music played at your reception IS important. However, sometimes we get a little too carried away and forget to find out the facts about our DJ.
I ran into an article that is titled “The Biggest Mistakes Brides Make with DJ’s” on www.weddingvendors.com and they have some pretty good suggestions to consider.
1) Not taking first impressions into consideration.
2) Thinking that all DJ’s are the same - Every DJ has their own style, different skill level, different rates, and vary a lot in the “arsenal” which is their musical library - the heart of their versatility.
3) Hiring the cheapest DJ you can find.
4) Not communicating with your DJ - Keep your DJ informed of your plans, your special songs, any changes, your timeline, or anything else he may need to know. Don’t wait until the week or even a month before the big day to start communicating.
5) Not having a written contract.
6) Not making sure your DJ has liability insurance.
7) Taking complete control of the music selection from your DJ.
8) Not making sure the DJ you want is guaranteed to be your DJ - Any time you deal with a big company, make sure you get in writing that the DJ you want is the one that will show up.
9) Not going over back up plans with your DJ.
10) Not hiring a DJ quickly - Don’t go through all the work finding the DJ you want and then procrastinate on booking.
These 10 “common” mistakes may or may not pertain to you, but hopefully it helps the bride-to-be with making her DJ decision :)
7.12.2011
baci's baking - Mini Lime Cheesecakes
1 – 8oz bar of cream cheese (I prefer Philidelphia)
3 T. Lime Curd (found in the Jelly section of the grocery store)
½ cup sugar
1) Mix all three ingredients together with a mixer until just blended.
Above quantities make 6 mini lime cheesecakes – easily doubled/tripled.
7.11.2011
Sam + Lexy's Invitation Featured on Oh Lovely Day!
Another incredibly exciting moment happened for baci this past Friday, I was lucky enough to write a Guest Post, From Inspiration to Invitation, on the breathtakingly beautiful blog, Oh Lovely Day, for the equally lovely Chandra! I featured Sam + Lexy's Bahamian Invitation Suite showing how an inspiration board can be more than just pretty :o) I am so happy to be able to share the creative process that I love so much and to show off some of the fab photos by Brandy J Photography!
7.06.2011
Wedding Wednesday | Who Pays For What?
Do you believe in making up your own rules or going the traditional way? The Knot shows you the breakdown of a traditional wedding coverage for who pays for what.
Now, don’t get too frustrated if you have never heard any of this before :)
But first this is what they suggest, “Sit down with pencil, paper, and calculator and figure out what you really want and can afford. Keep in mind that informal weddings are usually smaller (and therefore cheaper), and formal weddings tend to be larger (and therefore more expensive).”
Ceremony
Bride and family pay for church or synagogue, sexton, organist, etc.
Groom and family pay for marriage license and officiant's fee.
Clothes
Bride and family pay for bride's dress, veil, accessories, and trousseau (read: lingerie and honeymoon clothes).
Groom and family pay for groom's outfit.
All attendants pay for their own clothing (including shoes).
Flowers
Bride and family pay for arrangements for church (including huppah if a Jewish wedding ceremony) and reception, plus bouquets and corsages for bridesmaids and flower girls.
Groom and family pay for bride's bouquet and going-away corsage, boutonnieres for men, and corsages for mothers and grandmothers.
Honeymoon
Groom and family pay for complete honeymoon.
Photography
Bride and family pay for all wedding photos and video.
Prewedding Parties
Bride or groom's family plans and hosts engagement party; if there is more than one, bride's family hosts the first one.
Groom's family plans and hosts the rehearsal dinner.
Bride plans and hosts bridesmaids' luncheon. Groom hosts and plans bachelors' dinner.
Maid of honor and bridesmaids host shower.
Best man and ushers host bachelor party.
Friends may throw additional engagement parties or showers.
Reception
Bride and family pay for all professional services, including food, drink, decorations, and music.
Rings
Bride and/or her family pay for groom's ring.
Groom and/or his family pay for both of the bride's rings.
Stationery
Bride and family pay for invitations, announcements, and wedding programs.
Transportation
Bride and family pay for wedding transportation of bridal party to and from ceremony and reception.
7.04.2011
Handpicked - Special Edition - 4th of July
SPECIAL EDITION
coming from the desk of Jami Guilford
I am here to share with you my nine basic essentials for the 4th of July from overstock.com
1) Coleman 36-Quart Blue Cooler - $38.49 - What's more important than a cooler to store drinks and food in :)
2) La Blanca Women's Tribal Print Bandini Bathing Suit - $42.99
3) Kodak EasyShare - $75.99 - Cameras are my best friends.
4) XOXO Edge Leopard Sunglasses - $32
5) Franklin Sports Elite Volleyball Set - $94.99 - My family LOVES to play volleyball in the summer, so this is a need!
6) Phat Tommy Soft Wide Handwoven Mocha Hammock - $84.99
7) RoadTrip Grill with Stand - $214.99 - Really, any grill would do for me :)
8) Grand Trunk Parasheet Beach Blanket - $37.99
9) Anchor Hocking 9-Piece Measure Baking Set - $39.99 - This is so I can make an amazing dessert to take to my family get together!
Enjoy!! Happy 4th of July Everyone!!!