“Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given to you, just as I promised to Moses” – Joshua 1:3.
This passage is what inspired Debra and Daniel's engagement session. They are youth leaders at their church and they wanted to incorporate their spirituality into their shoot. So they and photographer Johnny Jaquez Photography took to the hills and streets of San Bernardino to claim their land!
And all along the way their beautiful love for each other over flowed. I mean truly, these two really look like they know how to have fun. And their passion, connection Click Here to Read More
Monthly Archives: October 2012
A Spiritual San Bernardino Engagement Session with Lots of Love & LAUGHTER
“Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given to you, just as I promised to Moses” – Joshua 1:3.
This passage is what inspired Debra and Daniel's engagement session. They are youth leaders at their church and they wanted to incorporate their spirituality into their shoot. So they and photographer Johnny Jaquez Photography took to the hills and streets of San Bernardino to claim their land!
And all along the way their beautiful love for each other over flowed. I mean truly, these two really look like they know how to have fun. And their passion, connection Click Here to Read More
The Always Fashionable Sweater…Which Also Happens Be OH SO Comfy!
I LOVE sweaters, don't you? Oh there's nothing better than wrapping yourself in a cozy sweater on a cold winters day. My requirement for a sweater is that in addition to being pretty, it has to be soft. I'm ALL about soft materials. In fact, The Hubby laughs whenever we walk through a clothing shop because I always have to touch everything. It's a feature I guess ;-)
This camel toned cardigan is so lovely. I love it paired with these dark skinny jeans, maroon leather bag and gold and silver cuff.
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The outfit below definitely screams me! I love black and Click Here to Read More
A Chance Meeting Turns Into Long Distance From Vail To Seattle & Finally Their Chateau Ste Michelle Engagement Session
Christie had a work trip to Vail in the beginning of 2010. One of her friends gave her Craig's number and said he lived in Veil but used to live in Seattle and he might be a good resource for dinner locations and activities. Gratefully accepting any suggestions, she began a text conversation with Craig right away. In Vail they met at The Sand Bar. It was "locals night" and Christie and her then boss wanted to let loose before her coworkers came into town the next day. Having a blast, Craig and his friend ended up hanging out with Christie and the whole group for the entire weekend taking Click Here to Read More
Foodie Fridays Are Baaaack + A Mushroom Soup To LIVE For!
While I was on the phone with my sister the other day she asked,
"What happened to Foodie Fridays?"
Then within a two day period around the same time, a windfall of others, (not related to each other in any way except being readers of FYB), asked the same exact question via email, Facebook and Twitter!
Wow!!! I had NO idea you all liked Foodie Fridays so much. Point taken.
Honestly I did not mean to go this long without posting a recipe. Seriously! Time just sort of got away from me. But now that I know how much you like the cooking segments...
...Foodie Fridays are baaaaaaack!
So Click Here to Read More
A Graydon Hall Manor Luncheon Wedding + An After Shin-Dig at The Bowlerama
Photographers Kristina and Doug of Pear Studios Inc. met today's bride and groom Michelle and Jimmy through their event planner Karina Lemke, one of the hosts of the reality show Rich Bride, Poor Bride.
Michelle and Jimmy very much wanted a low-key yet elegant and vibrant wedding with a small group of family and close friends. And that's exactly what they got.
The wedding was held in the late morning in the chapel at Graydon Hall Manor with a fabulous lunch, including rack of lamb and fresh halibut, following the ceremony. And while the wedding was beautiful and sophistcated, the afternoon Click Here to Read More
How To Make a Unique & Festive Autumn Wreath Out of Plastic Spoons
A few months ago, I came across this Chrysanthemum Mirror on Addicted To Decorating which blog owner Kristi made out of plastic spoons. Genius isn't it?
But when I first stumbled upon it I was immediately jealous and thought,
"Gosh darn it...why didn't I think of that?"
Seriously I'm kidding, but kind of not ;-)
Anyhow...envy subsided into true appreciation as it often does when I encounter amazing ideas from other bloggers. Crafting is hard work! And then my wheels began to turn for ways in which I could turn her amazing idea into something of my own.
In this situation, Click Here to Read More
“Wildly in Love”, A Super Fun & Creative Animal Styled Wedding Shoot at Jacksonville Zoo
"Wildly in Love"...isn't that the cutest title for this animal theme styled wedding shoot? And the shoot itself is absolutely adorable as well.
Christy of Christy Whitehead Photography and event designer Tanya Hendricks of Southern Charm Weddings & Events thought it was crazy that no real couple had put together an animal themed wedding at the Jacksonville Zoo. So they put one together to show how awesome the idea could be. And boy did they run with it!
To get the look she wanted, Christy covered suspenders in animal print and made the bow ties for the men which were SUPER easy. She Click Here to Read More
Scarves, Scarves, Scarves…Oh Heavenly Scarves!
In my opinion, wearing a scarf transforms an outfit from just pretty to absolutely spectacular with one simple accessory.
I mean...really! Can you imagine any of the outfits below without their scarf? They wouldn't look as cute without one, would they?
I will find any excuse to wear a scarf, even when it's hot out...I'll just simply wear a tank top and a scarf like the third image below. But now that the weather has changed and the temps are dropping, finding a reason to wear a scarf isn't too hard.
So enjoy the inspiration below and of course...stay pretty and warm!
Image via Fashion Click Here to Read More
French Macaroons, Grandmother’s Royal Albert Teacups & The Story of Chris & YooJin’s Long Journey To Love
Chris and YooJin grew up in the same neighborhood and went to high school together for four years, but not once did they run into each other. It's funny how fate works, huh? Then another four years passed while both attended UBC for business and still their paths did not cross. It wasn't until the two were on the same volleyball team in their last year of university that they finally met, which is bizarre in itself since YooJin is not really a sports person. But still, the timing wasn't right yet as Chris was off to Calgary soon after graduation.
Two years later when Chris returned from Click Here to Read More
Manolo Blahniks + Pretty Pink Details at This Chic Hotel Baker Wedding
Anytime I see a pair of Manolo Blahnik shoes I instantly think of Carrie Bradshaw. And with this wedding as stylish as it is, there's no doubt it could be a wedding designed by the chic character herself. Bride Samone wanted a standout wedding with lots of gorgeous bling and that's exactly what she got. Photographed by Just Love Me {Photography + Design}, Samone and James were married at the Hotel Baker in St. Charles, Illinois in a lovely garden ceremony complete with chandeliers and jewel strands hanging from trees.
Some of my faves...I love the cute the program fans with bridal party introductions Click Here to Read More
Make An Adorable Special Event Flower Collar For Your Dog & Your Guests Will Awe
If you haven't had a chance to see today's earlier post about the Malibu Wedding Workshop & Styled shoot we had this past Saturday, go check it out!
So now you know I made this flower collar for Quinley because we used her as a model in the workshop.
Having pets, (especially dogs), included as part of the wedding and engagement process is becoming more popular than ever. With that and maybe other special times where we humans might like to spiff up our fur-babies with something pretty to match the occasion, I thought I'd share how I put this little cutie together. And since everyone Click Here to Read More
“Modern Elegance” A Wedding Styled Workshop in Malibu
This past Saturday was Jessica Frey's Wedding Styled Workshop in Malibu, California where I had the honor of speaking on the ins and outs of getting published. This was the second workshop this year that Jessica put on and also the second time I had the opportunity to speak on this topic. Although this workshop was a little different in that Jessica and I collaborated a bit more on the event styling. Of course that was fun in and of itself because we always work so well together and as you'll see...it turned out soooo pretty!
Before I get into these gorgeous images, I have to say a few words Click Here to Read More
A Beautiful Gray, Pink & Blue Biltmore Estate Wedding in North Carolina
In all my travels I've never been to North Carolina. Weird, huh? I've been to Africa but I haven't been to a state in my own country. I mean, maybe I was there as a little girl when my family took a road trip across country, but I don't remember it. And you think I would with as beautiful as the Blue Ridge Mountains are.
Of course, I would have definitely remembered it if this wedding was happening while I was there. I mean...whooooweeeee, isn't it gorgeous? From the lovely gray colored bridesmaids gowns and blue flower girl dresses topped off with baby's breath crowns to the elegant mix Click Here to Read More
