I Heart Etsy

All the best laid plans of being crafty have been blown away. Even I'd had the time, the skill would never have come. The same can be said for learning to dance, and that, unlike decor, is not a problem throwing money at will cure.

Etsy to the rescue. I'm pretty sure I single handedly kept the site afloat this weekend with the purchase of peacock hairpieces, a recipe book style address/guest box, a welcome poster, and a custom map of Chicago for our trolley ride. It was so much fun, I felt like I helped shape what I was getting rather than my usual "hit Nordstrom 1 hour before the party" approach of shopping.

Here are some highlights... I can't say enough about all three of these sellers - quick, friendly, accommodating. The only bad thing? I've learned, once again, that procrastinating isn't ALL bad.

Officiant Peacock Headband From Sweet Grass Mill

Crystal Peacock Hair Comb for Yours Truly From Bridal Couture

Welcome Sign, by April Ink

Guest "Book" - Address Card Box, by rfrantzdesign

Chicago Map, Highlighting our Wedding Rehearsal Trolley Stops, by greenquince

It's actually coming together!

All 3 of my girls have dresses now. Yay. Now, I have 1.5 weeks left to get jewelry for them that helps tie 3 random dresses together (not to mention for MYSELF)! Any suggestions?

The winners are...

Maid of Honor - My Favorite Dress Ever (circa 2001 Kay Unger!)

Reader - Turquoise Suzi Chin Dress

Violinist - Green Anne Klein Dress

Engagement Pics

We're in heaven. How do you take two non-photogenic people, add 30 pounds to both that they'd like to act just snuck on them and make them happy with their engagement pics?

1. Get two great photographers
2. Take a LOT of pictures
3. Be patient enough to go through all the one-eye open, squinty face, talking pics to find pure gold!

Here are our top 4...