Happy 5th Birthday to Baci!!!

What an amazing milestone we've reached - five years of Baci Designer is truly a dream come true!!  Take a look at a few of our favorite moments from the past five years and a big thank you to all of you for being with us every step of the way!!

{Image by Brandy J Photography}

1}  Designed Our Very First Invitation Suite for Official Baci Clients - Camille and Jacob were our first clients ever - what brave souls, lol!  It's so much fun to look back at this design and see how it all began :)

{Image by Montography}

2}  Jami Gets Married! - Our very own Jami - my little sister - getting married was such a wonderful experience both personally and professionally!  All the goodness we created for her big day was absolutely stunning and watching her marry her best friend was incredibly special.

{Original Logo - 2008}

{Logo Edit to Include Events}

{First Full Rebrand - 2010}

{Current Logo - Rebrand 2012}

3}  We Rebranded (a few times, lol!) - Third time's a charm, right?  I'm so pleased with how well our new logo reflects our business - I can already see the positive changes it's making!!

{Image by JaNicki Photography}

4}  Coordinated Our First Styled Shoot - Being a part of our very first styled shoot - The Bright Star Inspiration Shoot - was amazing, but dreaming up and coordinating our 1970's Chevron Inspired Bridal Shower Shoot was INCREDIBLE!!  One of my absolute favorite moments in business!

{Image by Arielle Doneson Photography}

5}  Featured in The Knot Ohio Weddings Magazine - Our very first wedding magazine feature is officially on newsstands - images from The Bright Star Shoot are in print!!  Be sure to swing by and pick up your copy!  We'll be dishing more on this HUGE accomplishment later this month :)

Baci Designs | Ilario's 30th Birthday {Akron, Ohio}

One year ago today we celebrated my amazing hubby's 30th birthday - wow, time sure flies and it's better late than never to share these with you all!!  We started off by designing graphic grey and white invitations printed in-house on white linen, completed with a dark grey envelope hand-addressed in white.

We held the party for family and close friends at The Tangier Wine Cellar - a gorgeous venue with an awesome staff - and decorated the king's table in black linens with clear and mercury glass candle accents.  My mom brought along the fun Transformers cake to surprise the birthday boy!!

Here's wishing a very happy 31 to my loving husband and soon-to-be Daddy, Ilario!!!  Cheers :o)

Amanda's 29!

Happy Birthday, Honey! I am so proud of you and all that you've accomplished thus far. I can't wait to see what the future holds, though I am more excited about the journey to get there with you!



ILOVEYOU!

Happy Birthday, Jami Lee!!

A big HAPPY BIRTHDAY from all of us here at baci (especially Morris - he's pondering what to get his Aunt Jami for her 25th!) to the best sister, friend, co-worker and blog-i-nista any one could ever ask for :o)  We love you - have a great day, Sister!!

Wedding Wednesday | Happy Birthday to baci Winner + A DIY "I Do!" Workshop

Happy Wedding Wednesday!!!

A big thank you to all that entered our Happy Birthday to baci Giveaway and for all your kind words :o)  You all really are so sweet!!

Without further delay, the winner of all three shirley | edith Birthday Card Designs is. . . . Julie!  Congratulations, Lady - if you'll email me {amanda@bacidesigner.com} with your mailing address I'll send the cards out to you. . . and since we love our fans so much I'll throw in the card you chose as your favorite!

Now for some more seriously exciting news - I, in collaboration with the University of Akron's Workforce Development & Continuing Education Department and the Akron Art Museum, will be offering a one day workshop for newly engaged couples and others involved in the wedding planning process (think bridesmaids and moms!) called A DIY "I Do!"!!  With topics focusing on staying calm throughout the planning process to putting together a day-of timeline, this course will help you stay on track until the big day!

Here's a little sneak peek at a few of the other topic titles we'll be touching on throughout the day:

YAY - I’m ENGAGED!!!! OMG, What Do I Do Now?!?!?

Learn the steps to take first and what comes next after saying, “Yes!”.

Does Tangerine go with Mocha?

How to choose a color palette for your big day – the rules and regulations.

Mason Jars and Vintage Cars

The Internet and Bridal Magazines are chocked full of inspiration – learn the best way to utilize them!

You Charge How Much?!?!

Learn what ballpark prices to expect from vendors and why they deserve it.

Do I Get Printing Rights with That?

Get the right questions to ask possible vendors; learn what you can expect from them and what they expect from you!

I’m Freaking Out Here!!!!

Professionals carry their title for a reason – when in doubt, hire one!

The course will be held in one of the most beautiful local reception venues - the Akron Art Museum - on Saturday, March 3rd from 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM.  Lunch and a cake tasting will be provided. . . plus we'll have a beautiful tablescape set up to get your creative juices flowing!  You'll get a head start on planning with information on all of the amazing vendors we utilize for the workshop, too!

Excited yet?!?!  Head on over to the University's Course Catalog Listing to sign up - we hope to see you in March!!

Happy 30th Birthday to Ilario!!

Today is very special because it is the hubby's 30th birthday!!!  I'm incredibly excited to celebrate with him, our families and a few of our close friends tonight in a little shin dig I'm hosting at a local venue (photos to come!).  Since his birthday is smack dab in the middle of Christmas and New Year's it always seems to get lost in the hustle and bustle, so I am making sure his 30th has complete and utter dedication to him!  I can't wait to watch him enjoy everything tonight :o)  In the meantime, here are some ridiculously adorable and fun photos of my love throughout the past 30 years - I feel so blessed to have been a part of the last seven and all the many, many more to come!

Ilario in Momma C's belly - 1981.

Seriously, he couldn't be cuter!

Oh, wait, he just did!!

His love for cars started very early. . .

. . . as did his affection for snacks and naps ;o)

Ilario in Italy - 1997.

Ilario's Senior Picture

On our way to Charleston to get engaged - August 2006

Testing the lighting for our family photo - Christmas 2009.

And I leave you with one of the many infamous "Punch Yourself in the Face" Photos :o)

Happy Birthday, Baby - I love you!!