tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53841700148750145432024-03-13T20:30:58.490+02:00Wedding Couture"Memories are stitched with love."Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-2396502903489810512013-02-25T08:30:00.000+02:002013-02-25T08:30:02.590+02:00Kyle & Dani<div style="text-align: justify;">
While I love every project that comes my way, I don't often get relative creative freedom. When I first met Dani, she had no idea of what she wanted for her wedding dress. After looking at a couple of dresses in my studio as well as considering various fabrics we came up with a design that left plenty of room for creativity. I was particularly excited as her dress-to-be included a number of my favourite elements ... raw silk, pleats, texture.</div>
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The final outcome suited Dani perfectly. Her unique dress suited her tiny frame and down-to-earth, friendly, happy personality. The look and feel of Dani's dress also worked beautifully with the venue setting, the picturesque <a href="http://www.bee-eaters.co.za/weddings.html" target="_blank">Bee Eaters Farm in Nelspruit</a>.</div>
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Photographer: <a href="http://mlmphotography.co.za/" target="_blank">MLM Photography</a></div>
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While I didn't get to know Kyle, I loved spending time and working with Dani and I think that <a href="http://mlmphotography.co.za/" target="_blank">MLM Photography</a> took some wonderful photos that reflect the quirky nature of this beautiful couple. You can almost feel the love just by looking at these photos.</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-2371402260221673062013-02-23T21:00:00.001+02:002013-02-23T21:00:23.576+02:00What's it gonna be?!<div style="text-align: justify;">
Ooooh! I have the most gorgeous mint silk Charmeuse and beaded tulle to work with for a client ... what's it gonna be?!</div>
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Happy weekend folks!</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-3666432743290959742013-01-29T15:59:00.000+02:002013-01-29T16:28:45.596+02:00Featured Supplier: Kathleen Barry Bespoke Occasion Jewellery<div style="text-align: justify;">
Kathleen Barry has been creating a beautiful range of bespoke jewelry for nearly 10 years. During this time Kathleen has also run her own bead studio, including beading classes, and she released her book <a href="http://www.kalahari.com/books/Bead-projects/632/32428123.aspx" target="_blank">"Bead Projects"</a> in 2007. </div>
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While Kathleen's range of jewelry is extensive (think bridesmaids & mother-of-the-bride/groom), I'm particularly wowed by the pieces created for brides. The range includes bracelets, necklaces, earrings and various hair accessories. While there is a ready-made collection for sale in <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/KathleenBarryJewelry" target="_blank">Kathleen's Etsy store</a>, the beauty of her business is that she can custom make for a client as well. Your wish is her command! And this she does regularly, much to the delight of her beautiful brides.</div>
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Kathleen's easy going and down-to-earth manner makes it easy for brides to explain their dream accessories for their wedding. It is her creativity, attention to detail and the ability to visualise the outcome, though, that ensures that she has a range of products that are unique and truly beautiful. Products that reflect her pure passion!</div>
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A personal favourite is the release of Kathleen's Vintage Lace collection. What is your favourite?</div>
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I absolutely love these pictures from Albert and Verousce's quirky wedding. They added soo much personality to their wedding held at the <a href="http://www.pepperclub.co.za/" target="_blank">Pepper Club</a> in Cape Town city centre but my favourite touch is the gift that Albert gave to Verousce on the morning of their wedding ... a dragonfly brooch (symbolizing good luck) which she pinned to the centre front of her wedding dress.</div>
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A bright and happy wedding ... just as it should be!</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-18140789865114703072013-01-14T08:30:00.000+02:002013-01-14T08:30:03.935+02:00Emerald Green Moodboard<div style="text-align: justify;">
Hello! Did you have a good holiday period? Hopefully you're feeling refreshed and ready to face a new year with gusto. I'm looking forward to this year for a number of reasons. One of my goals is to pay more attention to this blog and I plan to introduce a couple of new regular features, one of which is mood board inspiration...</div>
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Towards the end of last year Pantone announced that their colour for 2013 is Emerald Green. I personally love the various shades of green and thought we could start this year off with inspiration for an Emerald Green Wedding.</div>
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Whether using heavy influences of green or just touches of emerald accents, the colour provides a rich contrast to shades of white. For more emerald inspiration please visit my <a href="http://pinterest.com/samo/emerald-wedding/" target="_blank">Emerald Wedding</a> Pinterest board. And I have two additional boards which provide some inspiration for <a href="http://pinterest.com/samo/weddings-events/" target="_blank">wedding dresses</a> as well as ideas for <a href="http://pinterest.com/samo/wedding-accessories/" target="_blank">wedding accessories</a>.</div>
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So, what colour did you use or what colour are you using for your wedding theme? I'd love to hear!</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-76539706220929617902012-12-14T07:30:00.000+02:002012-12-14T07:30:00.095+02:00Sparkle on...<div style="text-align: justify;">
I think that it's safe to say that Most Girls Love Sparkle. The attraction seems to be there from birth. And every wedding needs a bit of sparkle. I love this idea of sprinkling some glitter/sequins down the aisle ... spread the love!</div>
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Beautiful Charlene chose a ball gown wedding dress, detailed with lace and ... purple. The stark white of her dress worked soo beautifully with the shade of purple she chose. </div>
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I think Charlene made a wonderful choice in allowing her bridesmaids to choose their own dress style, while using the same fabric/colours. Her bridesmaids could feel comfortable on the wedding day and still have a dress they would wear after the event.</div>
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While Charlene looked like an absolute princess on her wedding day, her fun side showed when she donned her purple gumboots to have some 'rough 'n ready' shots taken.</div>
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Photographer: <a href="http://www.warrennelsonart.co.za/test" target="_blank">Warren Nelson</a></div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-54773158881091333442012-12-05T21:22:00.000+02:002012-12-05T21:34:25.734+02:00Gerhard & Mariaan<div style="text-align: justify;">
Oh my goodness, Mariaan's beaded lace was beautiful! The perfect amount of sparkle without being to glitzy and fairly weighty (owing to the numerous beads) which provided a gorgeous drape. Mariaan chose a warm, deep champagne satin to line the lace and the final result was quite simply stunning.</div>
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Photographer: <a href="http://www.lindiekuhnphotography.co.za/" target="_blank">Lindie Kuhn</a></div>
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Mariaan's sister was the photographer at the wedding ... very special! Lindie also took some beautiful 'dress' shots, which I appreciate. Thank you Lindie!</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-38596758461106222742012-12-01T22:34:00.000+02:002012-12-01T22:39:14.322+02:00Ryan & Diane<div style="text-align: justify;">
Ooooh, I loved working with Diane, a happy-go-lucky, down-to-earth, surfer-chick. However, Diane wanted a 'poofy' dress made from chiffon and lace. The bodice was draped with chiffon and the chiffon layered skirt had a beaded lace trim at each hem. The skirt train hooked up so that Diane could have a more dramatic look for the ceremony but could still be totally comfortable for the reception.</div>
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The reception was held at the <a href="http://www.suikerbossie.co.za/page2col.php?page=20" target="_blank">Suikerbossie Restaurant</a> in Hout Bay. Unfortunately, Diane couldn't have any pictures taken at the beach because of the weather but she still got some amazing shots. </div>
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Don't you love the last two fun-shots? I don't think Diane's mom could believe her ears when her daughter told her that she was going to be wearing flops as her wedding shoes! Heehee, love it.</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-39426038891330219802012-12-01T21:42:00.000+02:002012-12-05T21:34:25.730+02:00Gerhard & Angela<div style="text-align: justify;">
Angela and I went shopping for the lace for her dress together. It didn't take long before Angela fell in love with a beaded lace. (Another perk of my job ... watching fabric 'speak' to people!) </div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-29511429470302474482012-12-01T21:13:00.000+02:002012-12-05T21:34:25.727+02:00Roniet<div style="text-align: justify;">
Roniet was another bride that had the difficult task of planning her wedding from a distance (the UK). Thank goodness for willing family members to make the process a bit easier!</div>
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Roniet had tried on some wedding dresses in London so she had a pretty clear idea of what she wanted. A very relaxed bride that was fun to work with.</div>
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Roniet's dress had a small train and she opted for a cathedral length veil. I love a dress that has detail at the back and the additional length created that extra 'Wow' for the ceremony.</div>
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Lots of happiness! And, don't you think that there's a distinctly Mediterranean feel, despite the celebrations being held in sunny South Africa?</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-47889535927281100872012-11-27T19:08:00.001+02:002012-11-27T19:08:38.461+02:00Featured Supplier : Anella Wedding Shoes<div style="text-align: justify;">
"Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world." Marilyn Monroe. Hanel from <a href="http://weddingshoes.co.za/" target="_blank">Anella Wedding Shoes</a> is certainly on her way to doing just that. Well, in South Africa anyway. </div>
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Hanel has put together the perfect collection of bridal shoes to suite both the bride and the whole wedding entourage (mother of the bride, bridesmaids and flowergirls). Offering a range of styles and heel heights, Anella shoes are both comfortable and stylish. Add to this the fact that you can dye them in an array of colours, either for your wedding day or for additional use afterwards, and you've got a sure winner.</div>
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'My' brides that purchased from this range of shoes couldn't believe how comfortable they were and there are many testimonials on the <a href="http://weddingshoes.co.za/" target="_blank">Anella website</a> to back this up. </div>
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It is no surprise that this year Anella Wedding Shoes won the Bridal Shoes category in the <a href="http://www.abiaweddings.co.za/" target="_blank">ABIA awards</a>. Congratulations!! A well deserved award.</div>
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Sadly, after months (sometimes even years!) of preparation your wedding day shoots past faster than one cares to imagine. Considering the comfort of your shoes for this important day is vital. You want to be able to remember all the little details of your wedding ... not all the little details of how pained your feet are! Is it worth sacrificing good looks for comfort, though? I think that Anella has been able to marry looks with comfort in a very stylish way. What do you think?</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-23213559171978934012012-11-20T13:33:00.000+02:002012-11-20T13:33:11.948+02:00Love is Enough<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ok, so the innitial attraction to this picture was, yes, the sparkle. There's always room for more! </div>
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However, the caption is very succinct. I have long been a fan of an old group that sings a song "All you need is love" because no matter what you are experiencing in life, no matter what hardships you're going through and no matter how bad you may feel about yourself ... if you have the love and support of someone special, you're going to be ok.</div>
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The other side of the story is that when times are going well, when you're full of ideas that need to be shared and when you're experiencing something new and special ... yep that's right, it's all even better when you can share this with someone who loves you.</div>
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Being loved and loving in return gives you the energy and motivation to keep going or get going. Love makes you happy. Love is enough.</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-65572055543706744932012-10-30T11:18:00.001+02:002012-10-31T18:55:21.733+02:00Victoria<div style="text-align: justify;">
Victoria had the most amazing aura about her ... she had such a gentle, quiet but confident way and was taking life's challenges in her stride. At the time, Vic was living in London, planning a wedding to take place in Cape Town, South Africa and preparing to immigrate and join her husband in Australia! Add to this the fact that she wasn't able to see her fiance for long periods of time. Everything worked out beautifully, though, as you can see in the photos below.</div>
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Vic's dress was made from silk satin with an overlay of draped silk chiffon. I love the simple silhouette of the dress with the subtle detail in the draping. I'm also a big fan of the low back. What's your favourite part of this gown?</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-87256045059915638322012-10-30T10:19:00.000+02:002012-12-05T21:34:25.742+02:00Anthony & Krista<div style="text-align: justify;">
Krista chose white taffeta for her gown with a pleated bodice and full, dramatic skirt with pickups and a train. Krista was all about the sparkle ... we decorated the bodice with multitudes of little Swarovski crystals and she wore crystal jewelry and hair accessories.</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-68776465637962375162012-10-29T23:25:00.003+02:002012-12-05T21:34:25.738+02:00Aage & Ingrid<div style="text-align: justify;">
What a stylish wedding on soo many levels. Ingrid planned everything down to the finest detail (including hand embroidered handkerchiefs for the men of the bridal party and an extremely decadent sweets table). </div>
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To start, her wedding dress was quite unique. Ingrid's fishtail dress was made up of swirling panels, accentuated with smokey crystals. The crumb-catcher neckline was a noteworthy detail in its own right. And <i>those</i> shoes (<a href="http://www.errolarendz.co.za/" target="_blank">Errol Arendz</a>) just added the extra stamp of personality and style that was so distinctly Ingrid. The colours for the outfits of her retinue were also quite dramatic. Her three bridesmaids wore different styled dresses made from black chiffon. </div>
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Don't these photos conjure up nostalgic feelings from a bygone era? Ingrid and Aage certainly make a gorgeous couple!</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-50223369895847292042012-10-29T22:19:00.000+02:002012-10-29T22:19:02.727+02:00Chas & Nadine<div style="text-align: justify;">
Well now, this wedding was particularly Special! Chas is my 'little' brother so it was a great privilege to make Nadine's dress. Nadine knew exactly what she wanted and managed to source the fabric for her dress when shopping with her mom. Happy days!</div>
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And some dress shots ... Nadine chose a thin organza ribbon for the side, bodice lace up which introduced a bit of colour. We also hand made flowers, incorporating a little of the fabric used for the bridesmaids' dresses as well as some of the embroidered organza used for the bodice and skirt.</div>
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These beautiful photos were taken by <a href="http://seagrampearce.com/" target="_blank">Seagram Pearce</a></div>
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I really enjoyed the trip down memory lane as I went through the photos. The photographer really captured some beautiful expressions as well as 'moments'. It was a beautiful wedding ... and Nadine is a Wonderful sister!</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-18924902590192499302012-10-27T08:45:00.000+02:002012-12-05T21:34:25.714+02:00Ralph & TanaI love corded lace and Tana chose this type of lace for the bodice of her dress. We used an unbeaded lace and added a scattering of crystals to bring some life to the lace. As Tana and Ralph were also getting married in the middle of the Cape Town winter we made some full length fingerless gloves to help keep her warm!<br />
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Tana was such a down-to-earth, happy bride. I really enjoyed working with her. And, Tana and Ralph made a really cute couple, don't you think?</div>
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What a whirlwind! Faye was living in London, getting married in the Seychelles and I was making her dress in Cape Town. I didn't see Faye as often as I would normally see a bride but Wow! What fun! Seeing as it was going to be a beach wedding, Faye wanted a short dress and she chose a style with a fitted bodice, flaring from the hips into a full skirt. Layers and layers of bias cut organza created amazing texture. The satin sash just finished it all off, not to mention the Jimmy Choos!</div>
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Making Gillian's dress was interesting ... Ian and Gillian are ballroom dancers and Gillian wanted a dress with a removable train that she could dance in! She chose a simple silhouette with subtle crystal detailing around the neckline and at the top of the detachable train. The bright white of her dress contrasted beautifully with the purple dresses she chose for her bridesmaids.</div>
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I mentioned in <a href="http://www.weddingcouture.blogspot.com/2012/10/blogging-your-way-boot-camp.html" target="_blank">this post</a> that I was doing a course with Holly Becker from <a href="http://decor8blog.com/" target="_blank">Decor8</a> (beyond inspiring!). Our recent homework assignment was to do a mood board relating to our blog. </div>
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I haven't worked on a mood board in ages and, in my usual manner, I procrastinated a little, just letting thoughts run around in my head. When I did get down to the nitty gritty of it all I had soo much fun and I quite like how things have turned out. It's a bit 'darker' than I intended but feedback from 'my' brides (photos and Thank You's) is really important to me and so I included these references. There is always room for improvement, though ... especially when it comes to my photography skills (or lack thereof).</div>
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Here is the board (laid out on a recently finished DIY pinboard) as well as some zoom-ins.</div>
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In terms of making wedding dresses, I tend to prefer uncluttered lines and simple silhouettes so there is quite a lot of 'busy-ness' on this board. It does, however, reflect the things I love about my work and what inspires me.</div>
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Roxy came to me with a picture of a dress that she loved. We used that reference as the basis of her dress, adding details that made Roxy's dress unique ... in particular including some colour to her dress (wine red to match her colour theme) by using colour crystals to embellish the lace appliques and a colour sash for the back lace up.</div>
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One of the things I enjoy about exhibiting at expos is the opportunity to meet up with potential clients. I met Cara at one of these expos. She liked one of the dresses I had on display and we made a plan to meet up at my studio. After fitting a couple of dresses we decided on a design that incorporated details from a couple of the dresses Cara had fitted. I really enjoyed the whole process of creating Cara's dress and she was such a pleasure to work with!</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-8773574565733089802012-10-13T22:59:00.000+02:002012-10-17T20:35:27.856+02:00Goals - 2013<div style="text-align: justify;">
Can you believe that we only have two and a half months until the end of the year?! Time has certainly shot past this year again. It is around this time that we often start thinking of our goals for the new year. Perhaps you are planning a wedding for the new year? Have you worked out a timetable of your goals?</div>
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Well, I also have some goals for my little business. As you may know, I have taken it easy the last couple of years (spent some great time with my kids!). Taking a blogging e-course with <a href="http://www.decor8blog.com/" target="_blank">Decor8</a> (see <a href="http://www.weddingcouture.blogspot.com/2012/10/blogging-your-way-boot-camp.html" target="_blank">this post</a>) has already started the ball rolling in terms of working towards my goals. I would like a <b><a href="http://www.weddingcouture.co.za/" target="_blank">website</a></b> that is fresh, that showcases my work and that I can edit. I think that applying my blog to my web address would give me the flexibility I want. While I think this e-course will help me achieve my goal, I can see that it is going to provide a whole lot of additional inspiration and encouragement which is a wonderful bonus!</div>
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I would also like to give my little studio a <b>revamp</b>. I have been collecting various images of inspiration on my <a href="http://pinterest.com/samo/home-office-studio/" target="_blank">pinterest</a> boards. </div>
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I have already made some bunting to pretty up the garden near the entrance. A lick of paint always goes along way. I'd like to add a pinboard to display some of the Thank You cards I've received from 'my' brides. And some additional lighting (fairy lights with tulle) will add some sparkle. The most important part of the project, though, is probably a good old clear-out. I've started with this ... and it's giving me a great opportunity to take stock of the fabric that I have (yay!).</div>
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While I adore the picture to the left, my studio is considerably smaller and lends itself to a fresh, white make-over. </div>
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I'll keep you posted as I reach my goals. Please share some of your goals with me!</div>
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Samhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17829528272384102887noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5384170014875014543.post-57871866025428982262012-10-13T16:41:00.000+02:002012-10-19T11:45:50.663+02:00The Little Pink Book<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Let's face it ... planning a wedding can be super stressful! If you allow it. More often than not, a bride-to-be has been imagining her wedding day for years but when it comes to actually planning the big day the sheer volume of options can make all the decisions a little daunting.</div>
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Although this planning aid has been around for a while, I would like to introduce <a href="http://www.littlepinkbook.co.za/" target="_blank">The Little Pink Book</a>. The Little Pink Book is a chic pocket size, hard cover wedding planner. It's small enough to carry around in your handbag (size A6) but contains everything you need to plan a wedding, including service providers, trends, tips, budget guidelines, place for notes and more.</div>
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In addition, The Little Pink Book <a href="http://www.littlepinkbook.co.za/category/blog/" target="_blank">Blog</a> provides a regular stream of wedding inspiration. The blog is packed with tips, advice, real weddings, supplier promotions and DIY inspiration. This blog helps keep a bride planning her wedding up to date with wedding trends and styles and keeps her informed of upcoming events, workshops and expos. As a supplier within the bridal industry I enjoy the fresh posts with plenty of beautiful pictures. There is a good variety of information and it's easy to find specifics in any of the categories should you need to. The appealing layout is really easy to use and helps to make planning a wedding a dream.</div>
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Have you used The Little Pink Book? What do you think of their blog? I'd really like to hear your comments!</div>
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Love,<br />
Sam*</div>
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