there's a barn about 1/4 mile away from our home. the woman who owns it hosts parties and other events there, mostly for the local university.
however, i spoke to her and she said there have been quite a few weddings there as well!
the cost of $740 includes a bonfire, hayrides, tables, and chairs! this is just waaaay more convenient for us. my family won't have to drive 4 hours and his family and friends are right here in town.
we won't have to rent restrooms, chairs, or tables! plus, it's cheaper to begin with. we will just save a ton of money doing it there.
the location is definitely not as romantic or dreamy, but the other things outweigh that, hands-down.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Sunday, November 8, 2009
so, it's been awhile
i took a hiatus... a very LONG hiatus!
our table is done and absolutely BEAUTIFUL! all of our hard work paid off. it is stained a very, very dark mahogany and we used a vintage gray printed fabric to cover the
anyway..... i was getting a little too overwhelmed way too early. i took a step back and thought to myself... ya know, you'll have plenty of time to do this after the ring! just enjoy it for now :)
we had a conversation last night and decided it was a much better idea (and just "us") to take a trip out to New York and visit the Herkimer Diamond Mines. my ring will be made with one of these stones, which are actually quartz crystals! we both think that taking a trip to New York will be much more fun than spending money we don't need to on a several thousand dollar diamond ring.
it will mean more to us because it's "different" and the Herkimer Diamond story is such a unique one!! they are only found in this certain area of New York and in just a couple other places in the world. it is also used by "new agers" for healing and energy purposes, which is also very appealing to us.
we both are pretty humanitarian as well and the diamond trading/selling/mining scene is really, really sad. it will make both of us feel good to know we are not giving in to the "box" stores and consumerism.
unfortunately, the mines close each winter from the end of october until the middle of april. so, it looks like we'll be waiting awhile!
our table is done and absolutely BEAUTIFUL! all of our hard work paid off. it is stained a very, very dark mahogany and we used a vintage gray printed fabric to cover the
anyway..... i was getting a little too overwhelmed way too early. i took a step back and thought to myself... ya know, you'll have plenty of time to do this after the ring! just enjoy it for now :)
we had a conversation last night and decided it was a much better idea (and just "us") to take a trip out to New York and visit the Herkimer Diamond Mines. my ring will be made with one of these stones, which are actually quartz crystals! we both think that taking a trip to New York will be much more fun than spending money we don't need to on a several thousand dollar diamond ring.
it will mean more to us because it's "different" and the Herkimer Diamond story is such a unique one!! they are only found in this certain area of New York and in just a couple other places in the world. it is also used by "new agers" for healing and energy purposes, which is also very appealing to us.
we both are pretty humanitarian as well and the diamond trading/selling/mining scene is really, really sad. it will make both of us feel good to know we are not giving in to the "box" stores and consumerism.
unfortunately, the mines close each winter from the end of october until the middle of april. so, it looks like we'll be waiting awhile!
herkimer diamond ring at etsy.com
$350
by: Onestonenewyork
$350
by: Onestonenewyork
Thursday, August 6, 2009
focusing on other things
on monday, i moved into an incredible duplex with my wonderful dbf (dear boyfriend).
i have made numerous craigslist purchases over the past several weeks, including a small desk, a small dresser, and a (rather large) dining room table.
sanding....... here we come!
we are out to refinish/paint these three pieces and probably more to come.
the wedding has gone a little to the back burner.. i have over a year to think about it! right now, i want this house to feel like home :)
our soon-to-be-gorgeous $65 craigslist table and chairs:
i have made numerous craigslist purchases over the past several weeks, including a small desk, a small dresser, and a (rather large) dining room table.
sanding....... here we come!
we are out to refinish/paint these three pieces and probably more to come.
the wedding has gone a little to the back burner.. i have over a year to think about it! right now, i want this house to feel like home :)
our soon-to-be-gorgeous $65 craigslist table and chairs:
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
the binder/my favorite inspiration
i began my "idea" binder last night.. there are SO many beautiful photos and blogs out there.
those women really put together some amazing and breathtaking things!
i am currently following about ten wedding blogs.. and they all have something fresh each day. it's nice to have so much content right at my fingertips... so inspiring :)
i am currently following about ten wedding blogs.. and they all have something fresh each day. it's nice to have so much content right at my fingertips... so inspiring :)
here is one of my absolute favorites. natural. elegant. rustic. simple.
Friday, July 17, 2009
the guest list
the budget hasn't been determined yet. our engagement isn't "official", so we haven't sat down with our parents to talk about finances quite yet.
i figure anything the parentals aren't willing to cover, we will. we expect ~150, so we'll see if that's possible soon enough.
since most people invited will be couples, families, or a single and a guest, i'd imagine we'll send less than 100 invitations.
my dad has a HUGE family (because it's combined with my step-mom's, 11 brothers and sisters total!), so we'll have to account for that.
i have to keep in mind that it's a 2 to 4 hour drive for everyone, so not all people are going to be able to make it.
wish us luck :) :)
i figure anything the parentals aren't willing to cover, we will. we expect ~150, so we'll see if that's possible soon enough.
since most people invited will be couples, families, or a single and a guest, i'd imagine we'll send less than 100 invitations.
my dad has a HUGE family (because it's combined with my step-mom's, 11 brothers and sisters total!), so we'll have to account for that.
i have to keep in mind that it's a 2 to 4 hour drive for everyone, so not all people are going to be able to make it.
wish us luck :) :)
Thursday, July 16, 2009
fonts
oh, how i LOVE fonts!
i am trying to find a gorgeous one to use for the envelope addresses.
calligraphy is beautiful... but incredibly expensive.
jane austen (i think this one might be perfect!)
byron (little hard to read?)
ol ho deboi (a little too "dark"?)
the king and queen (a little too "fun")
all found at dafont.com
Monday, July 13, 2009
days of rest
i've taken a little break from the whole wedding deal. since wedding planning IS my dream job, i've been a little indulgent in it! it was nice to remember i do have FIFTEEN months :)
i took my 12 year old sister to the brookfield zoo and a jonas brothers concert saturday.. we had such a great time! the weekend just flew by.
and on top of that, i'm moving out of my apartment WEDNESDAY!
it's been a very busy past couple of weeks.
i can't believe the last time i posted was on june 30th... wow!
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i took my 12 year old sister to the brookfield zoo and a jonas brothers concert saturday.. we had such a great time! the weekend just flew by.
and on top of that, i'm moving out of my apartment WEDNESDAY!
it's been a very busy past couple of weeks.
i can't believe the last time i posted was on june 30th... wow!
i am just IN LOVE with this mason jar idea! i don't have my heart set on it 100%, because they are slightly expensive ($24.95 for a one gallon dispenser)
i am planning on getting several handles of sweet tea vodka. (YUM, you should try it!). it will be the only liquor served which will help save on costs (you mix it with water, it can't get much cheaper than that!)
oh, and the lanterns. how absolutely romantic.
i am planning on getting several handles of sweet tea vodka. (YUM, you should try it!). it will be the only liquor served which will help save on costs (you mix it with water, it can't get much cheaper than that!)
oh, and the lanterns. how absolutely romantic.
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