Tammy & Randy's Wishes VR:7/14/10~WP/Napa/France-PROF PICS!!!!!

[padisneyfour]

here is the design template for the napkins I ordered from impresssions. The napkins are royal blue and the design is in gold foil. I plan on using these at the reception rather than the DP ( my first thought) so at least they can be seen! will try to get better pic than one I have because you can't really see the design.....
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/napkindesign.jpg


my newest project ideas was to incorporate a "cake pull" into my tea. since its not a private event perse I won't have a cake but still wanted to do this. a cake pull is a victorian wedding tradition ( quasi mary poppins) where before the cake is cut the bridesmaids pull special charms (each with a special meaning; a heart for love, clover for luck etc) attached to ribbons from the cake, so I decided to make a towel "cupcake" for each bridesmaid and special participant. I will use white towels which I am going to personalize for each and I will roll them up with charm inside attached to a ribbon they will be able to pull and make the towel look like a cupcake with wrapper and decorations. when it is presented to each they can pull out the charm for their fortune and then a have special towel to use. will be able to do after tea with favors etc. and no mess. not sure that makes any sense but I tried...

well , here is my first mock up of my towel cupcake the tag is on the ribbon attached to the charm rolled inside the towel..... I will take a pic of the charms later. more to come

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/cupcake001.jpg

here are the towels they are a work in progress..... on one end will be the name and then the other will just have a design similar to this.... the luggage tags are at the top with the plastic lace/string attached http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/VRtowel001.jpg

For are quasi welcome get together I am planning on a pirate theme.... more to come.:goodvibes

[hollybearsmom]

I had a cake pull at my wedding and dh's family had no clue about it! Doing that cupcake towel favor is such a great idea!

I love, love the tea bag envelope. Together with the mug, you are going to make their day so special!

Luggage tags like movie reels, great theming!

More, more please.

[pezaddict231]

the napkin design is awesome! Those cupcakes towels are so cute, love them!

[padisneyfour]

I had a cake pull at my wedding and dh's family had no clue about it! Doing that cupcake towel favor is such a great idea!

I love, love the tea bag envelope. Together with the mug, you are going to make their day so special!

Luggage tags like movie reels, great theming!

More, more please.

the napkin design is awesome! Those cupcakes towels are so cute, love them!

Thank you both! As for the cake pull I am not sure anyone will get it either but I do have something printed up explaining what it is,,,,:)

I have a few more things in the works that I will post soon! I am working on getting my binder organized for our PS in dec too! Thanks for reading more to come!

[padisneyfour]

here is one more project from the disign board I plan on using as a favor.... I plan on making a white chocolate castle to go inside....the folks on the creative board are talented ,so helpful and willing to sharing their designs! I can't thank them enough for what they have done!:lovestruc

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/2916/tammyvr1.jpg (http://img8.imageshack.us/i/tammyvr1.jpg/) http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/tammyvr1.jpg/1/w800.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img8/tammyvr1.jpg/1/)[/QUOTE]

[Donald'sGirl]

Tammy that's beautiful! Wow whoever made that for you has a lot of talent! :thumbsup2

[polynesianbride]

You always have the coolest things Tammy! I want to be a guest at your wedding sooooooo badly, you just have so many special touches and surprises:goodvibes I really need to make some friends over on the creative boards:rotfl: Thanks for more great ideas!

[padisneyfour]

Tammy that's beautiful! Wow whoever made that for you has a lot of talent! :thumbsup2


I agree! I love the designs the various designers have been kind enough and shared with me!:lovestruc

You always have the coolest things Tammy! I want to be a guest at your wedding sooooooo badly, you just have so many special touches and surprises:goodvibes I really need to make some friends over on the creative boards:rotfl: Thanks for more great ideas!

Adelia, you would be more than welcome......:goodvibes thank you for your kind words. I do want to make it special for our guests (like everyone does)because for some this will be a once in lifetime trip...and I really want everyone to enjoy themselves and all disney can offer....:goodvibes

[29apr00]

My sister did a cake pull for her 1st wedding....all the BM"s got a charm bracelet as their wedding gift and the charms pulled from the cake went on the bracelet. it was such a neat gift!

[padisneyfour]

My sister did a cake pull for her 1st wedding....all the BM"s got a charm bracelet as their wedding gift and the charms pulled from the cake went on the bracelet. it was such a neat gift!

Thats my plan and they can wear them for the ceremony etc.......I just haven't found charm bracelets I like yet....:goodvibes I plan on looking at disney in Dec...

[CinderelliT]

All your projects and napkins look awesome. You are so talented!

Let me ask - how did you make the big carriage to paint on the aisle runner? Do you have a big clip art of that?

I want to copy you idea! :rotfl: Again!

[padisneyfour]

All your projects and napkins look awesome. You are so talented!

Let me ask - how did you make the big carriage to paint on the aisle runner? Do you have a big clip art of that?

I want to copy you idea! :rotfl: Again!

First thank you for you kind words... I have enjoyed doing my projects. For the runner I just enlarged a small image to the size I thought would work and then traced it onto the mock runner( butcher paper) just to see what it would look like......I am still deciding about using a runner or not.....so haven't went any further than the mock up. there was actually another dis bride that had a similar runner made:goodvibes

[pezaddict231]

Wow, that favor box looks wonderful! Can't wait to see it completed! I do go over to the creative boards now and again but then I get all confused and can't find anything. Looks like there are really some great things there, may have to try again.

[padisneyfour]

Wow, that favor box looks wonderful! Can't wait to see it completed! I do go over to the creative boards now and again but then I get all confused and can't find anything. Looks like there are really some great things there, may have to try again.

Sara, I felt the same way but I just looked around now and again until I would stumble on to something I liked....if there is something specific you want for a design for you can post a request thread about it. I did that a couple different times had had some wonderful designers help me out! good luck!:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

my bridal tea party mugs have arrived! I will try to get a pic later...:cool1:

this is the image from vista print.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/teapartymug.jpg

these are the tea packets for in the mugs....thanks to a creative board disigner!
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[padisneyfour]

I am putting everything together for our PS trip in dec, and going to be taking a few items to my friend to store until the VR.:goodvibes she told me yesterday that Jim shore will be at wdw during our visit. we have made plans to go see him and have him sign a figurine for the sweetheart table at the reception.:cool1:

[padisneyfour]

I am putting everything together for our PS trip in dec, and going to be taking a few items to my friend to store until the VR.:goodvibes she told me yesterday that Jim shore will be at wdw during our visit. we have made plans to go see him and have him sign a figurine for the sweetheart table at the reception.:cool1:

here is the piece I plan on using....with all the other tables having different (orange,red and blue)colors I think this will sort of tie them all together and its fun looking.... more to come

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/170399556249.jpg

[CinderelliT]

I LOVE the Jim Shore figurines. Most of them are out of my budget though. It would be awesome to use those as centerpieces. I think the one you picked out for your sweetheart table is adorable.

[padisneyfour]

I LOVE the Jim Shore figurines. Most of them are out of my budget though. It would be awesome to use those as centerpieces. I think the one you picked out for your sweetheart table is adorable.

Thank you Tanya, I think its a fun piece..... I am getting so excited for our PS trip!:goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

here is the piece I plan on using....with all the other tables having different (orange,red and blue)colors I think this will sort of tie them all together and its fun looking.... more to come

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/170399556249.jpg

I just saw this one at a Hallmark store yesterday, its so cute!

[Donald'sGirl]

Tammy that is such a cute idea for the sweetheart table! I love his pieces! I can't wait to see him in Disney when we are down for our wedding. :cool1:

[MainStMandy]

Oh love the Jim Shore piece!! Df and I recently started collected those! Very cute and the colors will work great!

[padisneyfour]

I just saw this one at a Hallmark store yesterday, its so cute!

Tammy that is such a cute idea for the sweetheart table! I love his pieces! I can't wait to see him in Disney when we are down for our wedding. :cool1:

Oh love the Jim Shore piece!! Df and I recently started collected those! Very cute and the colors will work great!

Thanks ladies, I am excited about the piece!:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

I got the Jim shore piece!!!!:goodvibes

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/170399556249.jpg

[Pirate's Princess]

That figurine is just adorable! I love it!

[padisneyfour]

That figurine is just adorable! I love it!


Thank you... I actually brought it to work with me for my desk so I can enjoy it .....

[padisneyfour]

confirmed appointment for hair and makeup trial for Dec. PS trip( I am excited) and 8 months from today!:goodvibes A few other updates coming soon!

[not_Joanna_eggs]

confirmed appointment for hair and makeup trial for Dec. PS trip( I am excited) and 8 months from today!:goodvibes A few other updates coming soon!

Congrats on 8 months! It will seriously start to fly by now... And yay for your hair and makeup trial, and your upcoming PS trip and your figurine... so basically... YAY !!! :cool1::cool1::cool1: :rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[padisneyfour]

Congrats on 8 months! It will seriously start to fly by now... And yay for your hair and makeup trial, and your upcoming PS trip and your figurine... so basically... YAY !!! :cool1::cool1::cool1: :rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

Joanna HI! Thanks for stopping by!:goodvibes not too happening yet... I have some "bigger" time consuming projects I am doing at work and for VR. will post later. I plan on getting alot of things ready ahead of time so that after PS info/details can just be put into place and they are ready ... more to come....

[padisneyfour]

Well I have been working on an idea for a scavenger hunt for our guests just for fun(most our staying at all star movies so I thought with the theme it could be fun) so with the help from the creative boards and a little "tweaking" I have a pirate themed photo scavenger for our guests. each room with will be a team and they will have one hour to hunt around the resort for certain items/things to take a fun picture with. I will supply the cameras. I thought this would be fun for a non park day/time when we are hanging out at the pool- thats where the pirate theme came in.... I will give each " team" a loot bag with a scroll map of the resort , the list of treasures to discover along with one time use a digital camera to go and locate as many items as they can and take one fun picture with each item....about half our guests(family) are Tweens/teens so I figured we could end up with some pretty "unique" photos....more to come....pirate: I will try to post pics later....pirate:

[Ann117]

I love the Jim Shore figurine. I am using the Cinderella castles he makes for my centerpieces. Can you believe less then 8 months now time is flying. I love the scavenger hunt idea!! That will be so fun. What hotel are your guest staying at? If its one of the all stars I may see them running around taking pictures.

[padisneyfour]

I love the Jim Shore figurine. I am using the Cinderella castles he makes for my centerpieces. Can you believe less then 8 months now time is flying. I love the scavenger hunt idea!! That will be so fun. What hotel are your guest staying at? If its one of the all stars I may see them running around taking pictures.

Ann, Hi! Thanks for stopping by! I love the jim shore castles. The scavenger hunt will be for the all star movies. I think the pictures will be fun.....I am excited for our PS in dec:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

here are the items for the pirate themed photo scavenger hunt. there is a list(not the original design but tweaked it for a pirate theme) and then a map for each team/room. A " treasure bag" will hold the map ,list, camera and crayon/marker to check off the "finds" of the hunt.
Just for fun, I made some candy pockets I found on the creative board and will fill with the bones/skulls candies, a few colorful necklaces as treasure- not in photo, the cup/can holder that was a quarter after halloween (Dead Man's Brew- quasi POTC) and some napkins that were also a quarter. I figure after wards we will have pizza/drinks and swim.

[pezaddict231]

these are adorable! Great job! I'm sure your guests will love it.

[padisneyfour]

here are the items for the pirate themed photo scavenger hunt. there is a list(not the original design but tweaked it for a pirate theme) and then a map for each team/room. A " treasure bag" will hold the map ,list, camera and crayon/marker to check off the "finds" of the hunt.
Just for fun, I made some candy pockets I found on the creative board and will fill with the bones/skulls candies, the a cup/can holder that was a quarter after halloween (Dead Man's Brew- quasi POTC) and some napkins that were also a quarter. I figure after wards we will have pizza/drinks and swim.


these are adorable! Great job! I'm sure your guests will love it.

Sara, Thanks for reading!:goodvibes I hope the guests will enjoy the photo scavenger hunt. It should make for some great pictures......something just fun!

[Donald'sGirl]

Tammy you have done an awesome job on the scavenger hunt! Hmm..since I will be in the area I will sneak in and do it myself :rotfl2:

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Seriously Tammy - that is just awesome! Your guests will love it! I wish I was ambitious enough to do somthing like that for my guests!

[figmentfan814]

I love the treasure hunt. Do you mind sharing the questions? When are you having everyone do theirs? I know I included the in-park scavenger questions for our guests to do at their leisure and we had quite a few people do them while they were in the parks.

[padisneyfour]

Tammy you have done an awesome job on the scavenger hunt! Hmm..since I will be in the area I will sneak in and do it myself :rotfl2:

Laura, Hi Thanks for reading.... I think it will be fun at least I hope it will be....and you would be more than welcome to sneak in....:)

Seriously Tammy - that is just awesome! Your guests will love it! I wish I was ambitious enough to do something like that for my guests!

Joanna, Hi!!! I hope our guests enjoy it... and I would love to take all the credit but I can't ... yes the inspiration was mine and I did the printing but some wonderful ladies from the creative board actually did the most of it.....I am so very thankful for their help and talent.....:worship:

I love the treasure hunt. Do you mind sharing the questions? When are you having everyone do theirs? I know I included the in-park scavenger questions for our guests to do at their leisure and we had quite a few people do them while they were in the parks.

Vanessa, hello! There aren't really questions , its more of just finding specific location in resort from list and taking a picture there... but I will gladly share.
My intent was do use questions, but that became more involved than I wanted so with some help from the creative board I plan on using a list of things/themed decor etc. around the resort..... guests will just need to find item( an example would be find RC the car, the winners circles or mousekeeping) and take a FUN picture....



Then with some "tweaking" to fit a pirate theme (Plan on doing late in afternoon before supper as a break from the parks and then have pizza and swimming). guests will all do the hunt at same time for approx. one hour in teams. Teams will be by room. different rooms/teams can go together but will need to have their own pictures.....

the pirate themed scavenger hunt will have resort maps. my home made "treasure bags" to hold list, camera. marker/crayon to check off "finds" and map. candy pockets are also from the creative board for fun and will fill with skull / bones candies. a pirate can holder I found for a quarter that fit the pirate theme with "Dead mans Brew" (quasi POTC), pirate napkins were also a quarter for pizza and plan on having some pirate jewels/necklaces too for fun... more to come!
I hope it will be fun.... I think it will make for some great photos...
about half of our guests are non camera shy tweens /teenagers.... oh my...:rotfl:

[cinderella_girly]

boo! Hey, just thought i'd drop in again...:cool1:

[padisneyfour]

:goodvibes Thanks for stopping by.....:cool1:

[padisneyfour]

WOO-HOO!!!! we will be in wdw in 8 DAYS! I am so excited... we have several ADR, PS , Candle light processsional, jim shore signing event, hair trial, DP and MVMCP for DD birthday!!!:cool1:

[not_Joanna_eggs]

8 Days!! :cool1::cool1: I'm so jealous! Sounds like a jammed-packed trip of funness!

[padisneyfour]

Joanna thanks! I am ( we all are excited) esp. after watching the new disney holiday special the other night with all the lights and decorations. My friend
(who works at wdw) called me last night and we finalized plans to meet up when we arrive!

[cinderella_girly]

Only a few more days :)))

[padisneyfour]

I know!:cool1:we leave in four days! lot of packing do to this weekend:goodvibes

[Chelseygurl09]

Congratulations on being so close to your planning session!! Mine is the 16th and I can hardly wait :yay: My wedding is planned for July 15... we're so close together!!! Hope the planning session goes great and I can't wait to read about it!!!

[padisneyfour]

Congratulations on being so close to your planning session!! Mine is the 16th and I can hardly wait :yay: My wedding is planned for July 15... we're so close together!!! Hope the planning session goes great and I can't wait to read about it!!!

Chelsea, thanks for stopping by:goodvibes... we leave tonight for disney. our PS is the 15th!:cool1: I have a hair/make up trial on the 16th. I am excited too! Have fun at your PS! :goodvibes

[Ann117]

Have fun at your PS!!!

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Lucky Duck! Have a fabulous trip. Hope your PS and Hair/makeup trial go well!

I'm so jealous. I'm stuck here in the cold snow and you get to be in Disney! Any room in your suitcase?

[padisneyfour]

Have fun at your PS!!!

Lucky Duck! Have a fabulous trip. Hope your PS and Hair/makeup trial go well!

I'm so jealous. I'm stuck here in the cold snow and you get to be in Disney! Any room in your suitcase?

Thanks ladies!:goodvibes The trip was awesome in so many ways! we got home last night about midnight before the snow!

Had a wonderful hair and make up trial with Patricia- she is so fun and easy to work with!
the PS with meri was great- loved tasting the cakes!!! met with floral and actually got our floral beo two days later in email, so it was fast but ours is pretty simple.

met up with my friend and her DH several times and had a blast- she spoiled my dds and me!

got to see a jim shore and got figure signed,,,,,

did mickeys christmas party- loved the cookies and hot cocoa! the lights and decorations were so pretty everywhere!

had a DP that was awesome with some friends!

had tea at GF garden view! It was wonderful!!!!

used the book before you leave deal and got the HM suite at wilderness lodge for two days club level at 45% off!:cool1:That was my splurge!

Had lots of yummy, food, fun and loads of pics! more to come after I unpack.:goodvibes

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Thanks ladies!:goodvibes The trip was awesome in so many ways! we got home last night about midnight before the snow!

Had a wonderful hair and make up trial with Patricia- she is so fun and easy to work with!
the PS with meri was great- loved tasting the cakes!!! met with floral and actually got our floral beo two days later in email, so it was fast but ours is pretty simple.

met up with my friend and her DH several times and had a blast- she spoiled my dds and me!

got to see a jim shore and got figure signed,,,,,

did mickeys christmas party- loved the cookies and hot cocoa! the lights and decorations were so pretty everywhere!

had a DP that was awesome with some friends!

had tea at GF garden view! It was wonderful!!!!

used the book before you leave deal and got the HM suite at wilderness lodge for two days club level at 45% off!:cool1:That was my splurge!

Had lots of yummy, food, fun and loads of pics! more to come after I unpack.:goodvibes

Welcome Home Tammy! Glad to hear your trip went well, sounds like a blast! How cool that your Jim Shore piece is signed now, it makes it even more special! And way to go on the splurge! Sounds like a great deal.

So glad your hair trial went well, Patricia is great isn't she!

[padisneyfour]

Joanne, thanks. It was a fun trip! I am excited about the HM suite at the WL.:cool1: dds are already counting days until we go back.....:rotfl:



OK our floral is pretty basic. petals in aisle, swagging along sides in wp,6 gel cylinders on altar and then moving them to dp with lights. staged exit with loose rose petal toss. colored runners for guest tables w/confetti ,serving set, petals on sweetheart table and cake table. I made centerpieces and personal florals so didn't need those. BEO was under $700.00. I had figured/budgeted for $1000.00 so I was happy. :goodvibes more to come....


BRIDAL GOWN COLOR: Ivory BRIDE
BOUQUET Bride to provide all personal silks.

CEREMONY Bride to provide sand ceremony elements.
1 Scatter bright yellow and red (Mickey colors) rose petals on the altar table. 1 15.00 $15.00
25 Guests (including 3 9" Cylinders filled with yellow gel and submerge black Mickey head confetti in the gel (add LED lights at desserts) 3 6.00 $18.00
2 infants) 3 9" Cylinders filled with red gel and submerge black Mickey head confetti in the gel (add LED lights at desserts) 3 6.00 $18.00
Scatter on altar table.
1 Scatter ivory rose and shades of blue delphinium petals down both sides of the aisle from the first to last pew. 1 250.00 $250.00
Put a swag point at rows 1/3/6/9/11 with a bow.
6 #338 Antique blue satin ribbon bow for the swag point at rows 1/6/11. 6 12.50 $75.00
4 #315 Navajo turquoise satin ribbon bow for the swag point at rows 3/9. 4 12.50 $50.00

Rental Equipment


STAGED EXIT: Red rose petals loose in a basket. 21 2.50 $52.50

MOVE CEREMONY FLORAL TO DINNER: YES see below*
Total Rental Equipment: $0.00 $0.00
QTY COST
DINNER Bride to provide and set centerpieces.
Sweetheart Table 3 Scatter multi colored Mickey head confetti on each of the guest rounds (not the sweetheart)
3 Rounds Bags of confetti: 2 6.00 $12.00
1 Scatter golden yellow rose and dark blue delphinium petals on the sweetheart table. 1 15.00 $15.00

LINENS Resort to provide ivory standard cotton floor length table linens.
1 Light blue solid cotton table runner (for the Cinderella themed table) 1 4.50 $4.50
1 Red solid cotton table runner (for the Pirate themed table) 1 4.50 $4.50
1 Orange solid cotton table runner (for the Toy Story themed table) 1 4.50 $4.50
1 90x90 Round periwinkle (matches serene - could switch to a royal) blue overlay for the sweetheart table. 1 11.00 $11.00


CAKE NO Mad Hatter - No fresh floral
CAKE TABLE YES Scatter golden yellow rose and dark blue delphinium petals on the cake table. 1 15.00 $15.00
Disney's Fairytale Wedding Cake Knife and Server set 1 55.00 $55.00

DESSERT PARTY 6 Transfer the gel cylinders from the ceremony to the dessert party and place 1 per round adding LED lights to 6 6.00 $36.00
4 Cocktail each cylinder
2 Highboy Epcot to provide black standard cotton table linens.

[padisneyfour]

ok I posted a floral BEO, we also decided on a two tier mad hatter cake. bottom layer will be almond with bavarian , top will be chocolate with raspberry.

I have been working on getting invites together.Have the mock up done but starting pieces of actual invite now. when we were at MK we ate at CRT, there was cinderella coach confetti spread on the tables.....I asked our waitress for a handful and she gave me some. :cool1:I plan on adding a few pieces in each invitation. more to come....:goodvibes

[Pirate's Princess]

Thanks for posting the BEO. They are always so helpful. Glad to hear you can keep the floral budget low. That's what I plan to do.

[Dr.Cinderella]

Hi, your plans look great so far! I was wondering if you could send me the banquet menus for the California Grill if you have them? I am looking for lunch and dinner ones, but they arent on the Magical Kingdoms website anymore. Thanks!
Marissa

[Ann117]

I am glad you had fun on planning trip cant wait to see pictures!

[padisneyfour]

will start a condensed version of our dec trip. This was our first trip during the holidays to see the decorations and for dd Amandas birthday along with our PS. It turned out to be a very busy trip.....

we left home as soon as we could on tuesday dec 8 because of storm coming up from south (pittsburgh- where we were flying from) It is roughly a three hour trip to airport from home we left that night and planned to stay overnight near airport to make wed am alittle easier-our flight was at 7:55 am...no problem getting to pgh at all and security in am was a breeze! go figure anyway we were off and on our way. we planned to meet my girlfriend at the resort once we arrived.

we got to orlando and CSR resort easily using ME and sure enough my girlfriend and her dh met us there. when we got off the ME people must have wondered, we hadn't seen each other in about 5 years so it was alot of hugging and kissing etc.. her husband drives for the ME , but he was off for the day. not only did we get to see her but another friend from high school had also come to wdw and got in touch with her so him and his wife came too!so now there were 8 of us carrying luggage through CSR.

the resort was beautiful.our room was newly redone and near the quiet pool. we were on the ground floor corner room and the pool was right outside our door! after a quick change etc we all headed to the bus stop and then on to epcot.....

after arriving at epcot, we hit nemo at living seas and then soaring, test track etc grabbed a quick bite and then headed to world showcase to walk around before dp party.....here are some food shots from the dp

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There was a special holiday edition of illuminations that night. they added a section to the song "let there be peace of earth" I think thats the title. I love that song....:goodvibes more to come....

[padisneyfour]

After this first day, we spent multiple days in the parks.... riding, eating and admiring the decorations..... we had breakfast at 1900 and CRT. we had our PS, my hair trial and MVMCP. we ate at T Rex and rainforest cafe. I won't bore everyone with all the details but I will post various pics and highlights...... oh and not to forget the alligator..... he/she was in the lake at CSR. The bell man told us they let them stay there until they reach about 3 ft in length and then they are removed....

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[padisneyfour]

CSR is very pretty resort but big! It can be quite a hike to a bus stop if your room is in a certain area..... its set up similar to CBR but rooms are nice.The beds/pillows were so comfy and big!

for those who want to see... we were on the TTA when space mountain was experiencing difficulty.... here are some pics from inside space mountain....my dh thought it was pretty cool not something you see everyday.....

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ok here are a few more.... we went to 1900 park fare for breakfast sat am... for an early bday. she has always liked pooh. when pooh was walking around he saw her eating gummy bears. he stopped and pointed, covered his month , shook his head and started to wipe his eyes like he was crying then he held out his paw pointing for her to put the gummy bears in his paw. she did and the he was throwing them at the mad hatter!.... here is a picture of her and pooh "making up" after he took all her gummy bears....it was quite the breakfast.....
more to come.....
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[padisneyfour]

I had tried to get a ressie at TREX before we left but couldn't so one night at DTD we just went and asked and got it. It is basically like the rainforest cafe
( owned by same company) but with dinosaur twist. the food was great and there seemed to be alittle more selection than at rainforest. here are some pic. Its a neat place and you can stuff your own toy a dino......like build a bear. there was a sea room( where we sat) an ice age room and a few others I am not sure of.....more to come!
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[padisneyfour]

Today we got a confirmation booklet for the HM suite at the WL!:goodvibes
This will be our first time staying at WL and Club level so I am excited even if it is just for a couple days.....:goodvibes

[pezaddict231]

Great job on keeping the floral costs low! Glad to hear you had a good time at the PS and at Disney. I've always wanted to go for Christmas, so it's fun to look at other's pics. TRex looks really cool, we'll have to check it out soon.

Congrats on booking your room! That is an awesome deal!

[padisneyfour]

Sara, thanks for reading:goodvibes.....this was our first christmas /holiday trip too and I enjoyed it.:cool1: It was pretty!
the bounce back offer was nice- we had never used it before but figured I would call and see what the $ ran. The first call I asked about GF and I was quoted a price for garden view- I just thought it seemed like alot so the next day I called about the WL and the price for the HM suite was just a little more w/taxes etc than the GF so figured why not splurge. In the grand scheme of things its only a small piece....:goodvibes it is starting to seem more real now.....

[padisneyfour]

Our invites are offiicially done! Didn't have too many to make but figured if my printer was ever going to not work it would be when I started to print things out....but worked fine!
invite mock up
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inside (though I changed the gold ribbon at top to a blue)
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on the little mickey I put one name on each ear and then monogram on largest circle w/date-sort of our hidden mickey. I plan on sending out in mid march or so since everyone already knows the basic information.


next up is booking a tea at the GF.... when I was there earlier this month I spoke to our waitress and she suggested I give her the info(date/number etc) along with my contact info and she would pass it on, which I did and then for me to call after beginning of new year- 180 day mark.....:goodvibes

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Tammy - I'm so behind! Looks like your PS trip was really fun! I so want to go when it's all decked out for the holidays. It looks so pretty! Maybe next year...

T-Rex looks nice, I'll have to put that on my list.

Way to go on the floral budget! That's amazing! But don't tell my DF... he'll want me to cut mine then :rotfl:

And yay for the WL suite that will be so fun. The GF is nice, but really expensive - that's why we're doing our free night there! :) I really want to try the WL someday, it looks so nice. I'm jealous.

And your invites are way cute. I'm totally impressed. I would not have the patients to make those - they're awesome! Your guests are so lucky.

[pezaddict231]

great job on the invites! They came out beautiful!

[padisneyfour]

Tammy - I'm so behind! Looks like your PS trip was really fun! I so want to go when it's all decked out for the holidays. It looks so pretty! Maybe next year...

T-Rex looks nice, I'll have to put that on my list.

Way to go on the floral budget! That's amazing! But don't tell my DF... he'll want me to cut mine then :rotfl:

And yay for the WL suite that will be so fun. The GF is nice, but really expensive - that's why we're doing our free night there! :) I really want to try the WL someday, it looks so nice. I'm jealous.

And your invites are way cute. I'm totally impressed. I would not have the patients to make those - they're awesome! Your guests are so lucky.

great job on the invites! They came out
beautiful!

Thank you both for reading and the kind words.I really do appreciate them... I do like how the invites came out and they printed easily, which was always my biggest concern:goodvibes.....I asked dh if I should send one to mickey and minnie, he just sort of looked at me.....I still may send them one....;)
we are waiting for our BEO should get that next week and we will see where we stand in terms of dollars.....I feel ok about it because I have done a "estimated budget" several times as other brides have posted theirs and created ours but seeing the numbers will really bring things together. more to come....

[MsEsty]

Your invitations are beautiful!

Where did you find the castle watermark background? It came out amazing!

[padisneyfour]

Your invitations are beautiful!

Where did you find the castle watermark background? It came out amazing!


Thanks you! It is the same image as on the closure just made it a watermark/gray scale . It s an image I have, not sure where I originally found it but if you want I will forward it....:goodvibes

[MsEsty]

Thanks you! It is the same image as on the closure just made it a watermark/gray scale . It s an image I have, not sure where I originally found it but if you want I will forward it....:goodvibes

Oh yes please! :worship: Would email work?

[figmentfan814]

Tammy, I'm so disappointed I should have been following your plans better and maybe we could have met up :sad2: (I haven't been keeping up very well on the boards.) We were in Orlando December 10-14 and met up with several other brides while we were there. We did breakfast with Laura on Saturday and saw Andreah at Disapaloozah plus went to Ohanas with two other brides on Thursday, Dec. 10. Most of our trip was at Universal and we only went to a Disney park for Disapalooza, but I'm sure we could've managed to meet at some point.

How cool that you got to see the track inside Space Mountain, DH would've loved that if we were there. Looking forward to reading more from your PS and congrats on keeping the floral right on track for budget.

Your invitations are beautiful! You should definitely send your invitation to Mickey. There are 2 addresses (one for Florida and one for California) and they send something back to you. From Florida we got a signed picture of Mickey and Minnie in front of the castle and for California a certificate from Cinderella & Prince Charming. Also, don't forget the White House.

[padisneyfour]

Oh yes please! :worship: Would email work?
I just sent you a pm

Tammy, I'm so disappointed I should have been following your plans better and maybe we could have met up :sad2: (I haven't been keeping up very well on the boards.) We were in Orlando December 10-14 and met up with several other brides while we were there. We did breakfast with Laura on Saturday and saw Andreah at Disapaloozah plus went to Ohanas with two other brides on Thursday, Dec. 10. Most of our trip was at Universal and we only went to a Disney park for Disapalooza, but I'm sure we could've managed to meet at some point.

How cool that you got to see the track inside Space Mountain, DH would've loved that if we were there. Looking forward to reading more from your PS and congrats on keeping the floral right on track for budget.

Your invitations are beautiful! You should definitely send your invitation to Mickey. There are 2 addresses (one for Florida and one for California) and they send something back to you. From Florida we got a signed picture of Mickey and Minnie in front of the castle and for California a certificate from Cinderella & Prince Charming. Also, don't forget the White House.

Vanessa, HI! thanks for reading. sorry we didn't get the opportunity to meet, maybe another time. I do have the both addresses for mickey and minnie, never thought about the WH though- will have to see. :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Today I got a email about our stay at the WL from the club level planning staff... I spoke with them about a town car from the movies to WL for our stay as well as the disney floral items/pkg. more to come.....:goodvibes

[CinderelliT]

Would you be able to forward me that watermark as well?

You are so creative! Your invites came out great. It sounds like you had a great time on your trip too. Just think - you are about 6 months away. It is going to fly by.

[CinderelliT]

Never mind about the watermark. I stumbled upon the same one on the DISigns board! :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

glad you found it....:goodvibes thank you too, I have had fun working with my different projects. I only have a few things left to finish once I get details finalized(I have just been "tweaking" things)... order of ceremony with rev knox for mickey fans, bridal tea etc.... just waiting for BEO next week too to see where $ are at officially....

[padisneyfour]

I have been "tweaking " some projects along with finishing up the welcome folders , getting things together for the bear necessities / pooh snack packs
(putting food/snack items in separate baggies from other items) for welcome bags, getting invites organized for bridal tea and welcome gathering. will post pics when finished. more to come....

[padisneyfour]

for our welcome bags this is what I have so far....

special occasion buttons (celebrating, first time, birthday etc)
the 4 park maps ,DTD, pin trading etc even found a MK map for kids under 5 to include for those who have little ones
disney lanyard with 2 pins(one per family)
disney light up pens
disney note pad
H20 cool personal fan( it will be July)
welcome folder with information
welcome note "from the desk of mickey mouse"
two disney dollars per bag
door knob sign/hanger
personalized resort/window decal
hidden mickey list
pressed pennies list
scavenger hunt- one for each park
word search -one for each park
mickey stickers
and for family attending(which is almost everyone): one disney "family vacation" Beach towel

bear necessities pack ( tag has image of baloo bear with bear necessities quote)
that has band aids, tylenol to go pack, couple wipe packet, tissues, mickey magic towel

pooh snack pack (tag has image of pooh with rumbly in tumbly quote for kids)
gum, single drink mix packets, plan on some snacks
(fruits chews and granola bar with bag of pretzels, a couple bottles of water-once we are in florida)

I will post some pics later....

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Woah Tammy! You're amazing. I'm just now starting my welcome letter and my welcome bags.

Trust me this will save you a ton of stress as you get closer! Can't wait to see pics. Your bags sound great!

[padisneyfour]

Woah Tammy! You're amazing. I'm just now starting my welcome letter and my welcome bags.

Trust me this will save you a ton of stress as you get closer! Can't wait to see pics. Your bags sound great!


Thanks Joanna and that is exactly why I have started ... some of the items/things are already in florida with my girlfriend....:goodvibes

here is the bag, each is personalized with family monogram....
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this is the welcome tag with a verse inside thanking guests for coming....
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here is a picture of the folder itself....
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some of the items...
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lanyards got on sale from disney online....
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beach towels again on sale from disney online....

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guest resort window sign each will be personalized with family name and july 2010(a disigner on the creative board made this for me...)
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more to come....:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

here is the generic welcome from mickey that is included in folder. I have personalized them for each family. again someone from the creative board was nice enough to share their time/ talent....:goodvibes

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here is a stock photo of the portable misting fans. they came in blue,green and red(pink). I figure they can be used in the parks. I found them on clearance at walmart
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[padisneyfour]

I spoke with staff at GF today and got the tea booked!:cool1: I had booked our ADRS online!:goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Tammy, I love all the items for the bag. I also did a crossword and our guests loved it. The bear necessities and snacks were also a big hit with our guests too.

The note from Mickey is such a cute touch and the misting fans will be great for Florida in July :thumbsup2 That's great you were able to get the towels and lanyards on sale :cool1:

How exciting for getting your tea book! I was actually just scrapbooking pictures from my tea last night (yes, I am that far behind, lol).

I love all the items people helped you with from the Creative Board. I know they helped me a lot and were lifesavers!

[padisneyfour]

Tammy, I love all the items for the bag. I also did a crossword and our guests loved it. The bear necessities and snacks were also a big hit with our guests too.

The note from Mickey is such a cute touch and the misting fans will be great for Florida in July :thumbsup2 That's great you were able to get the towels and lanyards on sale :cool1:

How exciting for getting your tea book! I was actually just scrapbooking pictures from my tea last night (yes, I am that far behind, lol).

I love all the items people helped you with from the Creative Board. I know they helped me a lot and were lifesavers!

Vanessa, Thanks for reading! I was so happy today when I finally got the confirmation about the tea!:goodvibes


Here is a pic of the bear necessities kit and pooh snack pack. I just used storage bags and added a special label.... along with some of the celebrating buttons(I collected enough for all our guests in dec.) and then the little mickey key chain too! I plan on including a couple bottles of water and a few more snacks to each welcome bag too!
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[padisneyfour]

We got our BEO and YEAH we are under the minimum and budget even with the extras we added!!!!:goodvibes more to come! time to do some thinking....

[padisneyfour]

ok we have already added fresh fruit trays to reception. mickey rice crispy to dp menu for kid friendly item. we have a mk shoot, character and caricature artist as well. I really don't want to add additional food so we are thinking a signature drink maybe a dp party to start.:cool1: more to come.:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

contacted both Rev. Knox and Randy Chapman today to just touch base and firm up timeline/order of events etc. Everything was fine. Worked on mickey fan programs i.e. printing and then putting them together. Basically got quite a few of them completed!:cool1: Also started to work on a guest newsletter with schedule of events/ transportation details and packing hints etc. Dh and I are still working on ideas/ additions for BEO. more to come....

[Pirate's Princess]

Yay on the BEO Tammy!! And I love the welcome bags. I'm definitely going to borrow some of those ideas.

Would you mind sharing the BEO, or even PMing it? I also find them so helpful.

[padisneyfour]

once we get a final BEO I will post that.....not sure what changes we are going to make....:goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

That's fantastic that you were able to add all those little extras. I tried to stay as close as possible to our minimum and with our guest count (50) we weren't able to add a lot of extras which was a little disappointing. I love that you're having the caricature artist and the extra food items :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Vanessa, Thanks we are excited too... we only have a total of 25 so that makes it a little easier combined with DIY and other choices etc. it made a difference. :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

a few updates..... earlier this week I confirmed the order of our ceremony with Rev. Knox.... so here it is


PRELUDE/GUEST SEATING
SEATING OF PARENT(S)
BRIDESMAIDS PROCESSIONAL
BRIDE AND GROOM ENTRANCE
GREETING………………………………………………...REV. KEVIN KNOX
1 CORINTHIANS 13……READING (we used this at our wedding-0ur dd will read)
BLESSING OF THE HANDS
RENEWAL OF MARRIAGE VOWS
TRUE LOVE…………………………..READING
EXCHANGE OF RINGS
FAMILY SAND CEREMONY
PRONOUNCEMENT
RECESSIONAL


Here is the Blessing of the Hands ceremony:
("N and N" are used in place of names)

We would like to take a moment to bless the hands of N., and N. For it is through the hands that we demonstrate our love and commitment to one another.

N, and N, please face each other and join both hands so that we may bless them.

N, and N These are the hands of your best friend, strong and full of love for you.

They are being held by yours as you two renew the promise to love each other for the rest of your lives.

These are the hands that will continue to work alongside yours as together you two build a future and share your innermost secrets and dreams.

These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you through the years, and with the slightest touch will comfort you like no other.

These are the hands that will hold you when fear or grief threatens to overwhelm you.

These are the hands that will countless times wipe the tears from your eyes, tears of sorrow and tears of joy.

These are the hands that will tenderly hold the (Grand)children.

These are the hands that will help you to hold your family as one.

These are the hands that be there to give you strength when you need it the most.

And lastly, these are the hands that even when wrinkled and aged will still be reaching for yours, still giving you the same unspoken tenderness with just a touch.

Prayer: (optional)

God, bless these hands that you see before you this day. May they always be held by one another. Keep them tender and gentle as they nurture each other in their wondrous love. Help these hands to continue building a relationship founded in your grace. May N, and N see their four hands as healer, protector, shelter and guide. We ask this in your name, Amen.


When you married ___years ago you had no idea what life had in store for you. Your togetherness as husband and wife, at times, may have been under difficult circumstances. Your circumstances may have required great faith, but your faith has found you steadfast and its now brings you to this point in your life where you joyfully reaffirm your love for one another.

I now invite you to look into each others eyes.

Renewal of marriage vows

N, this woman, whom you hold by the hand, is your wife. She has given you one of the most sacred things under heaven: a woman’s life and a woman’s love. She will continue to look to you for support, loyalty, and understanding.
Do you renew your vow here, as you have promised N,
That you will be true and loyal,
Patient in sickness,
Comforting in sorrow,
And forsaking all other, keep yourself only unto her,
So long as you both shall live?

I DO

N , this man whom you hold by the hand is your husband. It is upon your life, your love and your devotion that he will lean upon for strength and inspiration. He will continue to look to you for encouragement, cheerfulness, and confidence. Do you renew your vow here, as you have promised N,
That you will be loyal in adversity,
Ministering to him in affliction,
Comforting in sorrow,
And forsaking all others,
Keeping yourself only into him as long as you both shall live?

I DO


Here is the second reading, a friend of ours will read this....

True love is a sacred flame
That burns eternally,
And none can dim its special glow
Or change its destiny.
True love speaks in tender tones
And hears with gentle ear,
True love gives with open heart
And true love conquers fear.
True love makes no harsh demands
It neither rules nor binds,
And true love holds with gentle hands
The hearts that it entwines.

In other updates, talked with planner about additions for BEO she will send changes next week. also I found a dress I like for the tea online, hopefully I can find it at a store to try on......thanks for reading more to come....:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

mickey fans are done and boxed up! :cool1:guest newsletter with times etc is done. working on menu cards now, finally decided on a design I like....:)they won't take long to finish. welcome folder with disney info finished. waiting for revised beo after we made some additions......more to come:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

well after talking with planner and Dh we have decided to add an epcot shoot along with MK photos!:woohoo:

[29apr00]

yay for the Epcot shoot! Does that take you up closer to the minimum?

[padisneyfour]

yay for the Epcot shoot! Does that take you up closer to the minimum?
Yes its does :goodvibes. Planner is going to revise BEO and forward new total. we still have alittle more to add according to my calculations from prior BEO...:confused3 DH will love that!

[Pirate's Princess]

Yay for the addition of the Epcot shoot! Being under budget must be awesome.

[padisneyfour]

Yay for the addition of the Epcot shoot! Being under budget must be awesome.

Samantha,Thanks.:goodvibes Dh and I were talking tonight about what locations we might use at epcot. I will post our final budget/minimum.....

[padisneyfour]

I finally found a dress for my bridal tea.....online... I looked and looked this past weekend for it in stores but couldn't find it so I ordered it online. It should be here later this week!:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

here is a stock picture of the dress I ordered for the tea party....it should arrive later this week....:goodvibes nothing fancy but I liked the colors.

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[29apr00]

Cute dress Tammy!

[disneygal922]

Cute dress Tammy! I also love the colors! :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Cute dress Tammy!

Cute dress Tammy! I also love the colors! :goodvibes


Thank you. I wanted something alittle dressy but not too dressy.....I hoping it will arrive today. I checked UPS tracking site and it could....:goodvibes

[lpizzuro123]

Cute dress - what website did you order it from?

Linda

[padisneyfour]

Cute dress - what website did you order it from?

Linda

Linda, Thanks for reading. :goodvibes The dress is from fashion bug online under resort fashion(?). I looked for it in several stores but couldn't find it and actually its on sale now ($10.00 off)

[lpizzuro123]

Thanks - I'll check it out. We are heading down next week and would love a new dress or two.

Linda

[padisneyfour]

well my planner sent out the revised beo and even with adding epcot shoot we still need to add.....:eek: it wouldn't be so hard if I had left out something we really wanted ......:confused3 I guess we have something more thinking to do.... dh just wants the most value for the money....

[padisneyfour]

ok after talking more to DH and going through some wedding reports here, I have emailed my planner and inquired about some additional items/ideas ....more to come:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

After talking to planner and floral, and adding a few things,I think we have the BEO taken care of! I had gotten a few ideas from other brides feed back , and TR/PJ.:goodvibes we did add the glass slipper sorbet. I will post BEO once we get official copy. Finished up menu cards too- they were an extra but easiest enough to do.

[padisneyfour]

ok additions that DH and I have agreed about for BEO are the glass slipper sorbet because it says disney, flower petal cannons with red and yellow rose petals for staged exit just because its unique for us and glow ice cubes for dp just for something fun! I already have LED necklaces and mickey spinners for guests. I hope this basically takes care of covering the min along with everything else.....:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

here are my menu cards.... I used the castle image to go with the napkins I ordered from impressions for the cake table. I added the glittery paint around edges and tink for a little sparkle....more to come:goodvibes

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[pink_tink8i8]

the menu cards look great Tammy! :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

here are my menu cards.... I used the castle image to go with the napkins I ordered from impressions for the cake table. I added the glittery paint around edges and tink for a little sparkle....more to come:goodvibes

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the menu cards look great Tammy! :goodvibes

Thank you.:goodvibes

[MsEsty]

here are my menu cards.... I used the castle image to go with the napkins I ordered from impressions for the cake table. I added the glittery paint around edges and tink for a little sparkle....more to come:goodvibes

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/menu2final001.jpg

They came out great!

[padisneyfour]

They came out great!

Thank you:goodvibes

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Wow Tammy! Everything looks fantastic. I love the dress you ordered, and the menu cards are great too. How fantastic that you were under budget. I will say that the glowing things were a huge hit at our DP, and we didn't even have any children. Glowing is always the way to go :cool2:

[padisneyfour]

Wow Tammy! Everything looks fantastic. I love the dress you ordered, and the menu cards are great too. How fantastic that you were under budget. I will say that the glowing things were a huge hit at our DP, and we didn't even have any children. Glowing is always the way to go :cool2:


Joanna, thank you!: :goodvibesThe design was like the fourth different one I tried before I decided on this one....something so small :rotfl: anyway, I do appreciate your comments and I am excited about your TR(hint, hint)....:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

I never posted pics of our final mickey fan program design. It is the standard mickey fan with extra pages added( I thought the print was to small when everything was on one page)......:goodvibes
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan001.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan002.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan003.jpg


http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan006.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan008.jpg

thanks for reading more to come....:goodvibes

[pink_tink8i8]

very cute! :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Thank you.... I know alot of brides make and use them:goodvibes. just wanted to share .....
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan001.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan002.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan003.jpg


http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan006.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/programfinalfan008.jpg

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Joanna, thank you!: :goodvibesThe design was like the fourth different one I tried before I decided on this one....something so small :rotfl: anyway, I do appreciate your comments and I am excited about your TR(hint, hint)....:goodvibes

Your menus and fan/programs are fantastic! Your guests are going to be so spoiled. It was funny, I got so excited when people noticed my little details, and they did - so I'm sure they'll love all your attention to detail! And, um, I'm like already on day 2, and have only been back for 2 days so I don't know what you're complaining about Yeesh!:rotfl::rotfl:

Though DH was reading your PJ and got mad that you my location twin were under the minimum with tons of extras. I told him I had expensive tastes, what did he expect :lmao::lmao:

[padisneyfour]

Joanna, I appreciate the comments. :goodvibes I think the details are important and basically I feel if I can make something why would I pay for it:rotfl:. I will let disney do what disney does best- disney extras/touches. I will make sure to tell DH my tastes aren't so expensive.....:lmao: JK about TR, you are doing GREAT!:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

my Planner called today and let me know BEO is finally ready and set- nothing more to add! :cool1: I was running out of ideas.... will try to post final version later:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Here is our final BEO (:cool1: -at minimum) and the floral too. We are happy with everything! I know seeing others BEOs helped me..... ask for any additional info:goodvibes

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/finabeopag1.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/finabeopag2.jpg

Floral
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/finabeopag3.jpg

[figmentfan814]

Awe, your fans turned out great! They are a lot like our Mickey programs we made too. It was such a nightmare cutting all of them out :headache: I know we spent hours and hours especially on the circles. I hope it was a little easier for you.

Hooray for getting the BEO all settled :cool1: I love all the little extras like the slippers and the caricature artist.

[padisneyfour]

Awe, your fans turned out great! They are a lot like our Mickey programs we made too. It was such a nightmare cutting all of them out :headache: I know we spent hours and hours especially on the circles. I hope it was a little easier for you.

Hooray for getting the BEO all settled :cool1: I love all the little extras like the slippers and the caricature artist.

Thank you.:goodvibes The fans were one of the things I wanted to include since the beginning. as for the BEO, I am glad its settled and we are excited about having everything come together.
Dh knows about the slipper but not presentation(thats my little surprise). The caricature artist was important to us because we love the animation studio at dhs. the MK shoot was a given for us- once I got past the price tag, the epcot shoot we are trying to decide on a few location choices. the glow ice cubes were just fun along with the other dp party items I have and the petal cannons are basically going to be a surprise for everyone ;)....it was the last addition I made (both dds wanted them when our planner talked about them at our PS). Its funny when we started planning, I was always worried about choosing things for the BEO and then having to cut things out but our experience was different.....but worked out in the end.

[weedee]

LOVE your program fans!! They turned out wonderful. Congrats on getting your BEO and being happy with it! :goodvibes The caricature artist is such a neat touch.

[padisneyfour]

LOVE your program fans!! They turned out wonderful. Congrats on getting your BEO and being happy with it! :goodvibes The caricature artist is such a neat touch.

Thank you for stopping by and your comments! I was happy with how the fans turned out and we are excited about the caricature artist. Its something unique at least it will be for our guests.:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Our floral BEO was 770.00 which I was happy with because I had budgeted in my head a $1000.( I posted entire BEO above.) I made basically all our personal floral and centerpieces. here are pics of the floral we will be using.... to save on costs and use $ for other things.
I am not a floral person by any means but figured it was one way to save....and really they cost very little to make....$20 each maybe for the bouquets. The centerpieces were less the ten each.....I got all the flowers on sale...
floral budget of BEO
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/finabeopag3.jpg

here is my bouquet....
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/momdress007-1.jpg

one of our DD(BM)...
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/momsarahflorals003.jpg

other DD (BM)....
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/momfloralmickeyamandasilhouete00-2.jpg

centerpieces at reception are going to be movie themed,so each is different, but again pretty basic more for color .... our tables will be Cinderella, POTC and Toy Story. I made table name cards and escort "movie ticket" cards. Guests are assigned a table versus a seat. here is the toy story centerpiece....

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/momnewcenterpieces001-1-1.jpg

for the DP, included on the floral budget are glow ice cubes. I already have LED necklaces I bought and mickey spinners for the kids I found online .....
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/Mickey_Spinner.gif

[MsEsty]

Your flowers are absolutely gorgeous!

[pink_tink8i8]

love your CPs. What a great idea!

[padisneyfour]

Your flowers are absolutely gorgeous!

Thank you so much!:goodvibes

love your CPs. What a great idea!

Thank you. I wanted something fun.....:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

here is a picture of the glass slipper sorbet ... we added it to our reception to be served before the cake. keeping it a surprise-not listing it on the menu cards.:goodvibes Its served with seasonal sorbet, I am secretly hoping for raspberry-like the pic!:lovestruc

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/glasslippersorbet.jpg

[pink_tink8i8]

what a great idea to surprise everybody with the sorbet slipper

[padisneyfour]

what a great idea to surprise everybody with the sorbet slipper

Thank you... :goodvibes
have more updates coming soon. A few things in the works....:goodvibes

[Pirate's Princess]

I'm so jealous of the slipper desserts!! So awesome. And the petal cannon sounds great.

And thank you for posting the BEO. I always find them so helpful.

[padisneyfour]

I'm so jealous of the slipper desserts!! So awesome. And the petal cannon sounds great.

And thank you for posting the BEO. I always find them so helpful.

I know when other brides posted their BEO it helped me.:goodvibes Both the glass slipper dessert and the petal canons were extras I had never really considered because I was worried about staying at the minimum but now I am excited for both.:yay:good luck with all your plans:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Had an idea - for fun since I am keeping the sorbet a surprise and off guest menu cards, I aked my planner to have the lights dimmed when slipper is served and I am going have a song from cinderella playing.. not sure which song yet but right now I am leaning towards using bibbidi bobbidi boo. (sp?) a little magic....:)


http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/glasslippersorbet.jpg

[MiaBella05]

popcorn:: joining in popcorn::

[padisneyfour]

popcorn:: joining in popcorn::

Thanks for reading.....:goodvibes

[Ann117]

Had an idea - for fun since I am keeping the sorbet a surprise and off guest menu cards, I aked my planner to have the lights dimmed when slipper is served and I am going have a song from cinderella playing.. not sure which song yet but right now I am leaning towards using bibbidi bobbidi boo. (sp?) a little magic....:)


http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/glasslippersorbet.jpg

I am using the glass slipper as well I hope u do not mind if i steal this idea I think the idea of playing the song. Are you having your ipod there to play the song?

[padisneyfour]

I am using the glass slipper as well I hope u do not mind if i steal this idea I think the idea of playing the song. Are you having your ipod there to play the song?

yes we are using our ipod.....I asked that the lights be dimmed too(though I have heard since that is common practice- but never hurts to ask). feel free to steal away any ideas you like.... I know I have "borrowed":flower3: once we finalize all our music choices I will post them. We have a few we are still deciding about....:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

In mid feb. just for fun I sent a general invitation to our VR to Mickey and Minnie in California (Disneyland), today in the mail we got an 8 by 10 autographed picture of M/ M in front of the castle and a happily ever after pin from Disneyland.:goodvibes

[MsEsty]

That is so cute! Did you send one to FL as well?

Do you have the addresses? I've found a couple and not sure which are correct :headache:

[padisneyfour]

That is so cute! Did you send one to FL as well?

Do you have the addresses? I've found a couple and not sure which are correct :headache:


Here are the addresses I used. good luck.:goodvibes

Mickey & Minne Mouse
Disneyland Guest Communications
PO Box 3232
Anaheim, CA 92803

Cinderella & Prince Charming
The Magic Kingdom
1675 N. Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830


The President & Mrs. Obama
The White House
Greetings Office Room 39
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, DC 20500

[pink_tink8i8]

that's so cool!

[padisneyfour]

Lately, I have been spending most of my time working on different play lists, but I am finally to a point I am pretty happy with what we have picked. There may be a few changes but minor ones....

for our entrance at reception we will be using Indiana Jones theme....dh loves these movies and it was a choice between POTC/ starwars or indy.....indy seemed more upbeat.(IMO)
our first dance will be keep on loving you by REO speed wagon (one of our favorites)
then goofy will arrive to mickey march(can't find anything else yet...)
then celebration, you've got a friend in me and my hey mickey -disney version( this could also change if I find another song)then brief Heigh-ho to lead into cake cutting...

cake cutting song- still the one (DH agreed about using be our guest when the food is served) followed by love is a wonderful thing and ever after.

when the food is served -to be our guest.
when sorbet slipper is served- bibbiddi bobbidi boo.

meal music is variety of instrumental/soft music- some disney and other

"reception" music is a mix ... upbeat/fun/party ones (new and old) , along with general mix of a few love songs/ballads/easy lsitening etc....

the last song will be the time of my life....dirty dancing theme song

Now I just have to get them on the IPOD..... Thanks for reading and more to come:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

here is a pic of the earrings I bought awhile ago, I plan on wearing them for the ceremony.....:goodvibes

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/tdress002-1.jpg

[TinkLoverSam]

I love your earings they're awesome!

[figmentfan814]

Great music choices, I love how you have a mix of Disney in with all your other favorites. My mom wants to use You're Still the One if they have a VR someday - they are hoping for their 35th in 3 years.

Very cute earrings too!

[padisneyfour]

I love your earings they're awesome!

Sam, Thank you for stopping bye. They are fancier than I usually wear but with my hair up I figured they would work!

Great music choices, I love how you have a mix of Disney in with all your other favorites. My mom wants to use You're Still the One if they have a VR someday - they are hoping for their 35th in 3 years.

Very cute earrings too!

Vanessa, Thanks for reading. :goodvibes We worked on mixing the songs up. DH actually picked still the one....then we had to find a version/artist we both liked. we aren't at 35 years but twenty married and several before that....but close. wow where does the time go....:goodvibes

In other news we actually added another guest....which is nice because its someone we knew really wanted to come but wasn't sure they could but now they can! My buying a few extras of everything just in case for welcome bag/favors etc is paying off.....

[padisneyfour]

Lately I have been working on wording for our family sand ceremony, I have found several versions and I working on combining them.... more to come

[padisneyfour]

here is the verse I have for the sand ceremony, it needs some tweaking.....

Twenty years ago _____ and _______ made a promise to one another. We have all joined them here on this day to celebrate the reaffirmation their commitment to each other along with their children . We recognize the significant role that child, and child have in the marriage and family celebrated today. They join ____ and ____ in their commitment to each other by contributing a part of each individual person into a family.

this family bond is symbolized through the pouring of these 4 individual containers of sand, each representing a member of them in all that they were, all that they are and all they will ever be.

As Each individual sand is poured into one container, the individual container of sand no longer exists, but will be joined together with the others as one. ____ and _____ will first pour their sands into the vase, showing that their marriage is the foundation of this family. Their sands mix together and symbolize their bond of love and respect that can never be separated. As child and child now add their sands, we are reminded that though we are all different people, it is our individuality which adds a unique color to the tapestry of the family. Just as the grains of sand can never b e separated and poured again into the individual containers, so is the bond of family.

[padisneyfour]

In mid feb. just for fun I sent a general invitation to our VR to Mickey and Minnie in California (Disneyland), today in the mail we got an 8 by 10 autographed picture of M/ M in front of the castle and a happily ever after pin from Disneyland.:goodvibes

Today we received a certificate for our "Happily Ever After" signed by cinderella and prince charming from wdw:goodvibes
no special occasion buttons though, but I had picked up the happily ever after and just married pins in dec.:)

I think I am going to add the certificate and the M/M pic to blank pages in our photo guest book

[Ann117]

I had a question about your aisle runner. How long is yours going to be. I know its 70 feet from the table to the door but I kinda feel like the should start from the first row of chairs. Also how far in are you putting your design. You were very smart to take a mock up to the planning session I wish I would have done that.

[padisneyfour]

FOUR MONTHS! :goodvibes:cool1:

Started to organize boxes that will be shipped and hopefully two other boxes that family driving will take. more to come....:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

after talking with different family members we're going to have a family welcome breakfast at ohanas the mon morning after our family arrives.:cool1: I had hesitated to plan one because I wasn't sure about everyone paying for themselves(I didn't want anyone to feel like they had to come to breakfast), but my SIL brought up the idea, she wanted to do it so between us and some others we have it scheduled. we originally wanted chef mickeys but couldn't get a table for all of us together so we opted to go to ohanas( which we really do like).I think it will be fun!

we will still have the pool/pizza gathering along with the resort photo scavenger hunt late that afternoon ( break in between parks)for everyone. will be a busy day!:goodvibes

more to come...

[padisneyfour]

we plan on doing a photo scavenger hunt at the resort with our guests and then have pizza etc by pool for a break... but I found a cool around the world scavenger hunt for epcot. Its pretty long and not really easy but I am going to include in our welcome folders for guests to try if they choose and have them return answers at DP. That way they have a couple days to work on if they want. I will have a prize for the winning team( most likely wdw gift card/disney$) and give that out before everyone leaves.....:goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Would you mind sharing the Epcot scavenger hunt? I know after doing our scavenger hunt that someone gave me on the board which covered all four parks I would love to try an Epcot specific one. I wonder if it has any similar things on it like you sometimes get when doing the Kim Possible tours :goodvibes I think the pizza party at the pool with everyone will be fun and relaxing, looking forward to reading more.

[padisneyfour]

here are the scavenger hunt questions. the last question in china has a picture/illustration that goes with it thats not posted , but I will send it to anyone interested

Canada
1. What is the name of the park which inspired the gardens in the Canada pavilion?
2. The Canada pavilion has a number of totem poles that represent its native heritage. What was the original purpose of totem poles?
3. Canada is one of the world’s largest producers of icewine. What are her two main icewine-producing regions?
4. O Canada! The Circle-Vision 360° film in Canada features a new version of its theme song sung by this winner of the fourth Canadian Idol contest. Who is she?
5. I really “saw” this one coming! What year did the “Tool Shop” open?

United Kingdom
6. The row houses on Upper Regency Street are based on those from the London street in what Disney movie?
7. The sign outside the Sportsman’s Shoppe shows the equipment used for four separate sports. What are they?
8. The World Showcase Players present some wonderful shows, but during the Holy Grail show what do the audience members say they think of it?
9. The “Royal Adventurer’s Society” undertook two special expeditions in the years of 1893 and 1894. What were the names of these expeditions?
10. The artwork in The Toy Soldier is wonderful. In the London Alphabet frame, what does the letter ‘O’ stand for?
11. In the center of town, there is a seating area and a spire. What is on top of this spire?

France
12. Who was the sculptor who made the cast of “The Spitting Gargoyle” located in the entryway of Impressions
de France?
13. The sign for “Plume Et Palette” shows a human doing what activity?
14. What is the house number of “La Signature”?
15. How many palettes are there around the base of the book display in the center of the gift shop?
16. To what arrondissement does “La Promenade” belong?


Morocco
17. What is the name of the lead singer / violinist of Mo’Rockin?
18. What is the name of the main gate in the city of Fez?
19. According to Moroccan proverb, what is the first thing one should own and last thing one should sell?
20. What year was “The Treaty of Peace & Friendship” between the United States and Morocco signed?
21. What is the name of the cultural and religious center of Fez?

Japan
22. What year was Mitsukoshi founded in Japan?
23. The torii gate recreated in the World Showcase Lagoon across from the Japan pavilion is modeled after the famous floating torii gate at the Itsukushima Shrine. On what island is this shrine located?
24. What is the name of the famous Japanese pearl maker?
25. What art form is made from a special cord created from rice paper?
26. What is the name of the calligrapher and poet who wrote, “Happiness is always decided by one’s own heart”?
27. Tin Toys are very popular in Japan. What is the name of the Japanese Tin Toy master?

The American Adventure
28. What is the full name of the outdoor theatre across from The American Adventure?
29. In the main seating area of this theatre there are trees with twinkling lights. How many of these trees are there?
30. Who said, “It does not require many words to speak the truth”?
31. The American Adventure show features many “supporting cast.” Which of the following is NOT one of them?
(A) Freezing Revolutionary Soldiers. (B) Angry Colonists.
(C) Adventuresome Mountain Men. (D) Midwest Farmers.
32. In whose memory was a sample of lunar rock donated to Epcot?

Italy
33. What are the two traditional Italian frozen dessert treats?
34. What is the main tower of the pavilion modeled after?
35. How many regional coats of arms are painted on the second story of the outside of the Chocolate/Wine shop?
36. Murano Glass is prized around the world as some of the most gorgeous of actual colored glass. Generally, the color red is one of the most expensive glass colorings because it requires what as a coloring agent?
37. On the right hand side of the piazza there is a small building with samples of the various styles of column capitals used in Roman/Italian architecture. What are the names of the four of classic capitals shown here?

Germany
38. In the toy shop “Der Teddybar” there is an animatronic band of nutcrackers. How many members are there in this band? (Do not include the flag bearers, just count those playing instruments.)
39. In the German crystal shop, look up and you will see a window with three flags and a corresponding regional coat of arms. What do each of the three flags and corresponding coat of arms signify? (Hint: Look at the glasses in the shop; they might provide some illumination.)
40. The term “stein” is a shortening of what traditional word in the German language? (The word translates to mean “Earthenware Mug.”)
41. Children on Christmas morning hunt for a traditional German Christmas ornament to win a special present for the most observant child. These ornaments are in the shape of what?
42. German winemakers use terms to denote the ripeness of their wines. Which of the following is NOT one of these?
(A) Kabinett. (B) Rheinhessen. (C) Auslese. (D) Spätlese.


Outpost
43. What three ingredients are listed on the bags in the crate/drum area of the African Outpost?
44. With what type materials does the resident artisan of the Outpost work?
45. The signpost points to various locations around the world. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
(A) Riga. (B) Lisbon. (C) Madrid. (D) California. (E) Tokyo


China
46. The main building of the China Pavilion is a recreation of the Temple of Good Harvest from the Temple of Heaven. What two mythological creatures, representing the male and female aspects of the emperor and empress, are depicted inside the entry hall?
47. What does Xing Fu Jie mean? (Hint: Look on the street signs.)
48. What is the name of the poet from the Tang Dynasty who serves as our guide in the Circle-Vision 360° film? (“Aaaaaah China!”)
49. The Tomb Warriors exhibit shows us some of the amazing facts about the first Chinese emperor’s tomb. What is the name of this emperor?
50. What does this Chinese phrase mean?
(Hint: This phrase is shown in both English and Chinese somewhere in the pavilion.)




Norway
51. Who was the king of Norway that is also the patron saint of the country?
52. From the entrance of Maelstrom to the ride load area, how many small Norwegian flags are on the walls of the queue? (Count both the single flags and each flag in the three-flag clusters.)
53. Who were the two members of the Norwegian Royal family who dedicated the Norway pavilion on June 3rd, 1988?
54. You might have to “crane” your neck to see this one! In the ride unload area, on what is the logo for “Norsk Data” imprinted?
55. One of the shops has a collection of Norwegian Wedding Regalia. What particular piece of regalia is considered to have rare origins?


Mexico
56. Oaxacan is a Mexican art form that has surfaced relatively recently within Mexico. Where were these wood carvings first sold to tourists?
57. In the Fiesta Scene of “Gran Fiesta Tour,” how many figures are dressed up for el Dia de los Muertos?
58. On the exterior of the Mexico pavilion, how many false steps are there which lead to the top of the pyramid?
59. In what shop or restaurant is the Fuente del Chorrito located?
60. True or False: Somewhere in the pavilion there is a piñata in the shape of Donald Duck

If you are interested in the answers, let me know and I will email them. send me a pm they are in a chart form.

[figmentfan814]

Just went back and read some of your posts from last week (we were gone for our anniversary) and I love that you're doing a welcome breakfast at O'hanas. I was also worried about planning meals that we weren't actually going to pay for our guests at but everyone asked for group reservations and really enjoyed the time together throughout the week.

The sand ceremony wording is very nice too. I also combined a couple to get exactly what I wanted for ours.

Thank you for sharing the scavenger hunt! I have saved it and plan to do it on our next trip to WDW (at a date TBD ;)).

[pezaddict231]

everything looks great! I think Ohana will be so fun for a post-wedding breakfast. And you'll get to see Stitch who is so funny! The photo scavenger hunt and pizza party sounds really fun too, your guests are going to have a blast.

[padisneyfour]

Thanks. I hope everyone has fun. everyone already has resort reservations and some have gotten their tickets so things are moving along....:goodvibes

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Wow Tammy, you're getting so close!! 4 months will fly by!

How great to add more guests and the Ohana breakfast sounds fun.

Your guests are going to have a blast, you're doing so much for them!

How great that everyone has their reservations already! We were 1 week out before everyone finalized their reservations :headache:

[padisneyfour]

Wow Tammy, you're getting so close!! 4 months will fly by!

How great to add more guests and the Ohana breakfast sounds fun.

Your guests are going to have a blast, you're doing so much for them!

How great that everyone has their reservations already! We were 1 week out before everyone finalized their reservations :headache:

Joanna, Hi! Thanks for reading. :goodvibes I am excited about our family welcome breakfast at Ohana. We loved it the last time we ate there and I was excited others wanted to do it to! That was my biggest fear about reservations too everyone waiting till the last minute...

[padisneyfour]

100 days til disney!!!!:yay:

[padisneyfour]

our big payment is due by the 15th. been working on getting boxes organized for shipping and giving a few to those driving( heaviest and fragile). finished and packed up welcome bags, folders, and bear necessities packs. made some autographs pages for kids for ohana, vacation journals and a few more kid friendly items I want to include. both dds have to decide about shoes, put music/playlists on ipod etc. more to come but getting there....:goodvibes

[pink_tink8i8]

100 days. that's so exciting!!!!!!! :banana:

[Pirate's Princess]

Now it's 99 days!! double digits!!

[padisneyfour]

100 days. that's so exciting!!!!!!! :banana:

Now it's 99 days!! double digits!!


Sabrina and Sam, Thanks!:cool1: I have some updates with pics coming. Talked with family thats driving about taking a few boxes-so thats taken care of too! That means less to ship! more to come.....:goodvibes

[not_Joanna_eggs]

OMG Tammy! Double digits!!! :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: How exciting. Time is just going to evaporate now, and all your preperation is going to pay off. Hopefully you can relax and enjoy it!

[padisneyfour]

OMG Tammy! Double digits!!! :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: How exciting. Time is just going to evaporate now, and all your preperation is going to pay off. Hopefully you can relax and enjoy it!
Thanks Joanna, Thats my plan...... ;)
everyone is starting to talk more about things and get excited. everyone( all the guests) have something different they are looking forward too,so with 25 guests it should be interesting.....other than the ceremony I think I am looking forward most to the tea, the DP, the reaction to goofy at the reception( that is still a surprise) and the WL HM suite( even if it is only a few days):goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Just wanted to share a few project pics.
Here are the the travel journals. I made one for each family along with letter , a personalized with mouse ears family page and ADRs (I know about). I included a section for planning, each park with a few pages with different attractions to write about and then special pages for group activities like the welcome breakfast, welcome gathering, tea and then VR day( ceremony, reception and DP) I was happy with how they turned out. I plan on giving them out before the trip with the letter.

most of the designs came from the design board. I love the design board! they are talented and helpful! I put a few different versions from there together and then added some of my own pages. I figure if the families use them they will be a nice keepsake of the trip.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/103_0151.jpg
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bear necessities pack and snack pack along with pressed penny tubes.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/103_0161-1.jpg

more to come....:goodvibes

[keenercam]

WOW!! Tammy, your plans blow me away. You are so thoughtful and creative! I am really happy for you. :hug:

[padisneyfour]

WOW!! Tammy, your plans blow me away. You are so thoughtful and creative! I am really happy for you. :hug:

Cam, thank you for your kind words. :goodvibes

[Ann117]

I love the travel journals that is so cute! Can you believe it is so soon!! I am starting to freak out a bit:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

I love the travel journals that is so cute! Can you believe it is so soon!! I am starting to freak out a bit:goodvibes

Ann, Thanks. I hope our guests will like them....:)It is getting closer!:eek:
We sent in our big payment!:scared1:

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Wow Tammy! As usual... just wow...

those journals are just so cute! All your little details are just adorable!

And yay for the final payment! The time will just fly from here.

[padisneyfour]

Wow Tammy! As usual... just wow...

those journals are just so cute! All your little details are just adorable!

And yay for the final payment! The time will just fly from here.

Thanks Joanna!:goodvibes 90 Days!!!!!:banana::banana::banana:

another project I am done with us is making simple autograph books for the kids (one per family) from the disign boards. I will post pics tonight....not fancy but something they can use if they choose... I debated about doing these but only did a few character specific pages, then ones for character meals that I know they will attend and included additional generic pages..... more to come:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

here are some pics of autograph books( one per family) I made. nothing fancy but functional and something they can use..... I used the photo brag books and 4X6 index cards for each page.... a couple dollars a piece($1.00 /book and $1.00 for 60 cards-I used 2 pkgs. total for 6 books) the designs came from the disign boards....

the covers
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/103_0179.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/103_0181.jpg
I also included a page where they can list the characters they want to see... the upper part of pic

specific character pages for ADRs
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http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/103_0186.jpg

some specific character pages

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Then some generic pages

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/103_0184.jpg

[pink_tink8i8]

those are so cute Tammy! great job

[Disney9.9.10]

I love your autograph books! They are so original and you did a great job making them!

[padisneyfour]

those are so cute Tammy! great job

I love your autograph books! They are so original and you did a great job making them!


Thank you both so much!

I am so excited... I saw these on ebay and bought them for our dds and two nieces that are helping with the VR. They arrived today and I think they are so pretty! I paid less than $6.00 each with free shipping. I think they will like them! they are aurora borealis so they reflect the colors around them. I love ebay!

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y173/motheroftwo/103_0187-1.jpg

[Disney9.9.10]

Cute! There is nowhere else like Disney!

[padisneyfour]

Cute! There is nowhere else like Disney!

Thank you. I think the girls will like them.... I hope...:goodvibes

[figmentfan814]

Great job on the bear necessities pack too. Great idea to include the tube for pressed pennies. I have an old film container that I keep in my pack for pressed pennies :thumbsup2

The autograph books are so cute, you did a fantastic job!!! Did you just get the brag books like they sell at craft stores? :mickeyjum:goofy::donald::stitch::simba: I also love the journal, what a great idea to give them to the families in advance. I love how each one is personalized. You have truly amazed me with all the little personalized items you have done. Great job!

The necklaces are really cute too :earsgirl:

Your guests are so lucky to have you as a host :cheer2:

[padisneyfour]

Great job on the bear necessities pack too. Great idea to include the tube for pressed pennies. I have an old film container that I keep in my pack for pressed pennies :thumbsup2

The autograph books are so cute, you did a fantastic job!!! Did you just get the brag books like they sell at craft stores? :mickeyjum:goofy::donald::stitch::simba: I also love the journal, what a great idea to give them to the families in advance. I love how each one is personalized. You have truly amazed me with all the little personalized items you have done. Great job!

The necklaces are really cute too :earsgirl:

Your guests are so lucky to have you as a host :cheer2:

Thank you! :goodvibes.... yes the photobrag books are the ones form the craft stores... I got mine at walmart but they are the same...

[weedee]

everything looks wonderful. I love the autograph books! That's a really neat idea and I'm sure the kids will love them :thumbsup2

[Pooh's Corner]

Everything you have done is soooo amazing!! I was trying to figure out what you are having at your reception to eat?? I was looking at your beo and the price you are paying per person for the napa room looks do-able for my budget.... Do you know what thier minimums are?? Thanks!!

[padisneyfour]

everything looks wonderful. I love the autograph books! That's a really neat idea and I'm sure the kids will love them :thumbsup2
Thank you....:goodvibes

Everything you have done is soooo amazing!! I was trying to figure out what you are having at your reception to eat?? I was looking at your beo and the price you are paying per person for the napa room looks do-able for my budget.... Do you know what their minimums are?? Thanks!!

Thank you.

For the Napa room (California grill)you have to use their menus... ours is basically a deli style menu. it is served family style. We did add the sorbet slipper between the meal and cake... Our minimum for food and beverage because it ends before 4 pm (we are having a 10 am ceremony) was $1000.00 for the Napa Room which was basically pretty easy to meet. The min for the room increases in the pm... not sure on the amount though
I did all my own personal floral -bouquets and centerpieces too which saved $. good luck:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

since I had made the autograph books for the VR, I figured I should have a special autograph card for goofy since he will make an appearance at the reception. I did a request to the disign board and some wonderful designers helped me- again. There were several wonderful designs! (thanks to all the designers).:goodvibes I will print one for guests that will fit in the autograph books and have it for them to use at the reception so goofy's visit stays a surprise. Its fancier( a fancy border, our names w/wdw and date) than the other autograph cards but thought it would be a nice touch.... I will post a pic when I have them printed.....more to come:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Booked our flights! we will arrive a couple days earlier than originally planned and stay at the Contemporary!:goodvibes we stayed there on our HM way back when. We will now be resort hopping too....CR, ASM and then WL!

[padisneyfour]

almost two months! :cool1: confirmed with planner our MK/epcot photo shoot time (MK has EMH that morning) also confirmed a time to meet with her since we aren't having a rehearsal...... in other news I saw our nieces dresses ( she is handing out our programs) for the ceremony and tea. They were so pretty!:goodvibes

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Yay Tammy! You're so close :cutie: How exciting. Hope all your hard work is paying off and these next two months will be easy-breezy for you :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

Joanna, Thanks! :goodvibes everything is pretty much ready to go other than me rearranging things in boxes:confused3- trying to make things fit better!:lmao: I have a couple boxes that different family members will be driving down( fragile and heavier) and a couple to send to my friend( but holding off because she just started moving herself) only a few more things to get together;) nothing major though ....

[padisneyfour]

Almost 40 days! WOO-HOO! a few new projects and Resort upgrade too! :cool1: we are now staying at SSR instead of the Movies. so we when we arrive we are at CR then move to SSR and then WL HM suite back to SSR! 3 deluxes- we usually don't stay at one! more coming soon....:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

40 DAYS! :goodvibes

[Disney9.9.10]

Wow, only 40 days to go!! You must be getting super excited! And getting to stay at 3 Deluxe's will be great! I usually stay value too, so I can understand your excitement :goodvibes

[keenercam]

So excited for you, Tammy!! :hug:

[padisneyfour]

Wow, only 40 days to go!! You must be getting super excited! And getting to stay at 3 Deluxe's will be great! I usually stay value too, so I can understand your excitement :goodvibes
Thank you!This will be a treat.

So excited for you, Tammy!! :hug:
Cam, thank you so much :goodvibes..... lots of pixie dust!:flower3:

[padisneyfour]

everyone is getting the new ressies in for SSR! everyone will be at SSR! :cool1: tried my hand at making mickey rice crispy treats today.... may do for welcome bags......more to come!:goodvibes

[not_Joanna_eggs]

:yay: yay for deluxe. How great. You're so close now EEEE!!

[padisneyfour]

:yay: yay for deluxe. How great. You're so close now EEEE!!


Joanna, Hi! We are all getting excited!:woohoo: when we first started planning I never imagined all our family coming, but took the leap for a wishes and def never figured to be staying deluxe!:cloud9:

[padisneyfour]

Just about one month till we leave! :dance3: OMG!:yay:

[Ann117]

It is crazy how close it is isn't it. You got upgraded to. You got an even nicer one them we did. It will be so much fun! Maybe I'll run onto you while we are down there.

[padisneyfour]

It is crazy how close it is isn't it. You got upgraded to. You got an even nicer one them we did. It will be so much fun! Maybe I'll run onto you while we are down there.


Ann, HI! we are all excited! :woohoo:the upgrade was a nice surprise!:cloud9: maybe we will run in to each other we are actually at CR earlier then move to SSR.

Also, I loved you shower pics- how cool!:love:

[padisneyfour]

One MONTH! :dance3:

Everyone has switched their ressies to SSR :cool1:
sent balanace of beo payment .....:banana:

I did request container/ tubes for reception for guests to put their caricature drawings in... lots of little things done. more to come.....

[figmentfan814]

I'm so excited for you, I can't believe you're so close :cool1:

How did you end up making the Mickey rice crispies? I bought the Mickey egg shaper and found they would pretty good. We were going to do them for welcome bags, but didn't have enough time/space to haul them. Here is a picture of how they turned out:
http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x62/vcf81/Wedding%20Crafts/WeddingPlanning184.jpg

That is so great that you were able to upgrade to SSR for the rest of trip, we have never done all deluxe either.

[pink_tink8i8]

omg Tammy I can't believe you are only down to a month! I remember when you started your pj like 2 years ago :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

one month from today is our ceremony!:goodvibes as a special splurge/treat I am having this " in- room celebration" at the WL the night of our ceremony ...

From Mickey and Minnie With Love FromMickeyAndMinnie

From the moment you step into your Walt Disney World® Resort room, you step into a world of romance, experiencing all the magic Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse have arranged just for you! They heard congratulations were in order, so they turned back the bed and sprinkled rose petals on the sheets and chocolates on your pillows. Cozy bath towels, specially embroidered with your names, are draped across the foot of the bed and a spa basket for two sits waiting for you. On the table nearby, a splash of Mickey-shaped confetti, a dozen pixie-dusted roses, and a custom-matted photo of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse stands to congratulate you. Then, for the final touch, three magically lit candles are scattered about to set the mood for romance - and, if you look closely, you’ll find Tinker Bell spreading a little magic too! All of this is not only meant for you to enjoy - now every piece has been selected for you to take home - with love.

Its from disney floral..... def. not something needed but a special treat!:goodvibes

[KR1343]

I love all your details!

[pink_tink8i8]

that sounds wonderful Tammy!

[padisneyfour]

I love all your details!

Thank you! Thanks for reading!:goodvibes

that sounds wonderful Tammy!
I think it does too!

[pezaddict231]

wow, I can't believe you're so close now! That's awesome that you were able to upgrade your room and that your guests will be staying at SSR too. The in room celebration sounds so nice, be sure to take lots of pics.

[padisneyfour]

we got the confirmation from disney in the mail for our room at ssr! I am excited -a one bedroom villa:goodvibes will def make things easier!

[Disney9.9.10]

great to hear! you guys are going to have a great trip!

[weedee]

yay one month!!!! :cool1: I love the in room celebration!!! I think that will be a really nice thing to come back to. I kinda wish we would have done that! :cutie:

[padisneyfour]

great to hear! you guys are going to have a great trip!
Thank you.... we are excited! thank you for following along:goodvibes
yay one month!!!! :cool1: I love the in room celebration!!! I think that will be a really nice thing to come back to. I kinda wish we would have done that! :cutie:
I debated for a long time about it but I think it will be a nice treat to come back to!Thank you for reading!:goodvibes

yesterday. we got the request for our address confirmation for when disney sends are mk/epcot photos....one more little piece

[Ann117]

The in room celebration sounds so nice!! I am jealous. Make sure you take pictures

[padisneyfour]

as a special splurge/treat I am having this " in- room celebration" at the WL the night of our ceremony ...

From Mickey and Minnie With Love FromMickeyAndMinnie

From the moment you step into your Walt Disney World® Resort room, you step into a world of romance, experiencing all the magic Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse have arranged just for you! They heard congratulations were in order, so they turned back the bed and sprinkled rose petals on the sheets and chocolates on your pillows. Cozy bath towels, specially embroidered with your names, are draped across the foot of the bed and a spa basket for two sits waiting for you. On the table nearby, a splash of Mickey-shaped confetti, a dozen pixie-dusted roses, and a custom-matted photo of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse stands to congratulate you. Then, for the final touch, three magically lit candles are scattered about to set the mood for romance - and, if you look closely, you’ll find Tinker Bell spreading a little magic too! All of this is not only meant for you to enjoy - now every piece has been selected for you to take home - with love.

Its from disney floral..... def. not something needed but a special treat!

The in room celebration sounds so nice!! I am jealous. Make sure you take pictures

Thanks Ann! I think it will be a nice surprise- I hope. I also asked to have 2 mickey champagne flutes added (I will supply the bubbly) . confirmed today with floral that they will set it up between 7 pm - 9pm when we are going to/at our DP!:goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

We leave in twenty days!:woohoo:

[Disney9.9.10]

The in room celebration sounds so wonderful! It sounds so romantic and special. While you are right, it isn't needed, it will definitely be a wonderful treat! I hope that you enjoy every moment of it!

[sambycat]

that sounds so great!! i know we have a morning wedding/brunch reception. i am worrying over wanting to be sure mousekeeping can fluff our room between when i vacate it pre-ceremony and before we return! i'll have to look into that package - it sounds perfect!! :)

[padisneyfour]

The in room celebration sounds so wonderful! It sounds so romantic and special. While you are right, it isn't needed, it will definitely be a wonderful treat! I hope that you enjoy every moment of it!
Thank you!:goodvibes
that sounds so great!! i know we have a morning wedding/brunch reception. i am worrying over wanting to be sure mousekeeping can fluff our room between when i vacate it pre-ceremony and before we return! i'll have to look into that package - it sounds perfect!! :)
Thanks for reading! we are having a 10 am ceremony then lunch reception with break and then DP. I was given a choice of several two hour time slots when it would be delivered/set up and we have to be out of the room ..... I am excited and keeping it my surprise....;)

[padisneyfour]

Yesterday, I scheduled an telephone appointment with planner to go over BEO one final time , just to cover all the bases since we have had alot of changes between resort/transportation etc. Also rec. email from floral staff to review final floral budget because it will be finalized 15 days out- next Tuesday! :cool1: still doesn't seem that close....I have three boxes I will be shipping to resort so I called and verified address info with resort staff and then its just packing!:woohoo: Also, set up a time to confirm ceremony details with rev. knox. getting there.....

[padisneyfour]

FIFTEEN DAYS TIL WE LEAVE!:cool1:

had a phone consult with rev. knox so I feel better about ceremony details, have phone call with planner next week to review BEO with all the what/when where details and then its just packing.... almost there!

Picked up a few more little things for welcome bags.....more to come:goodvibes

[NYPrincess422]

omg, 2 weeks! How exciting :goodvibes

[padisneyfour]

omg, 2 weeks! How exciting :goodvibes
Thanks!:goodvibes

got two boxes of of my house.... shipped one and gave my brother one to take( they are driving) so down to two!

[padisneyfour]

last box has been shipped, did resort online check in this morning , have conference call with planner tomorrow afternoon to do final BEO review, started packing.......:cool1:

[Ann117]

I am waiting for my planner to call me right now to go over the BEO! Can you believe its so soon. I am happy that you got everything shipped it seems like your already to go!

[padisneyfour]

I am waiting for my planner to call me right now to go over the BEO! Can you believe its so soon. I am happy that you got everything shipped it seems like your already to go!

Ann, good luck with your call....I was going to wait to ship but figured just in case with the holiday etc. better to be safe than sorry. It will be there a few days early.... it is getting close and I think it will hit me when we get ready to leave.....:goodvibes

[Stephie77]

Tammy - Everything you have planned looks great. You are really creative with all the different stuff you have had done and planned for your guests. Looking forward to reading all about your VR!

[pezaddict231]

I can't believe you are so close now! I'm looking forward to hearing all about your VR and seeing how all your plans come together.

[not_Joanna_eggs]

EEE!! Tammy your so close now! Hope everything is fabulous and magical!

[padisneyfour]

EEE!! Tammy your so close now! Hope everything is fabulous and magical!

Joanna, HI! It seems unreal that its almost here..... today I had a last phone conference with planner just to go over everything one last time.... and it looks like we're set..... we're going to have a vow renewal!:banana::banana::banana:

We leave a week from Thursday and fly out on that friday!:cool1: everything is a go!

[polynesianbride]

WOW! :banana::banana:I can't believe it's finally almost here! :banana::banana:I have enjoyed following your plans so much, you were the first PJ I started reading on here:goodvibes! Wishing you the perfect VR :wizard:and I will be anxiously awaiting a full TRpopcorn::

[MsEsty]

To echo what everyone else has said, I can't believe it is so close. You have worked so hard, make sure you take some time to enjoy yourself!

[padisneyfour]

WOW! :banana::banana:I can't believe it's finally almost here! :banana::banana:I have enjoyed following your plans so much, you were the first PJ I started reading on here:goodvibes! Wishing you the perfect VR :wizard:and I will be anxiously awaiting a full TRpopcorn::

To echo what everyone else has said, I can't believe it is so close. You have worked so hard, make sure you take some time to enjoy yourself!

Ladies Thank you.... its funny after talking everything through with planner today ( only about a twenty minute call) I felt much better about everything as well as alittle more excited like "heck yea this really almost here"....:rotfl:
I plan on enjoying myself;) . we are going a few day earlier than everyone else and have a couple quiet dinners for just dh and myself planned. thanks again for reading along:cloud9:

[Disney9.9.10]

You are getting so close you must be able to taste it! It is great that you got to have that last minute (sort of) talk with your planner to make you feel better about everything!

[padisneyfour]

You are getting so close you must be able to taste it! It is great that you got to have that last minute (sort of) talk with your planner to make you feel better about everything!

Krysten, Thanks! it was alot of minor things I just wanted to be able to cross off my list before the holiday and last minute chaos !:rotfl:

And HOLY MOLY it is JULY! we leave in 8 DAYS!:banana:

[padisneyfour]

Its sunday we leave thursday!!!!!!:cool1: got confirmation all my boxes have arrived at resort! finishing up packing today! we are good to go!:banana::banana::banana:

[padisneyfour]

SINGLE DIGITS!!!!:goodvibes

just got confirmation email about free room. we ended up having 39 nights booked through the room block! do last minute errands etc today! almost there!

[Disney9.9.10]

I can feel the excitement in your posts!! It is good to know that your boxes have arrived safely! And now all you have to do is wait until Thursday - 3 more sleeps!!

[NYPrincess422]

:banana: So excited for you!!!!!

[padisneyfour]

:banana: So excited for you!!!!!

Thank you....:goodvibes I truly appreciate it....

I have confirmed time with randy chapman for pics as well as hair/makeup with patrica!:goodvibes

[amyy]

I would love to be a guest at your wedding too!! You think of everything. You are going to have such a wonderful day.


PS I know you have read positive reviews again and again so I will repeat them and say we just had our lunch at the Napa Room and it exceeded my expectations. The guests loved the caricature artists and he was the hit of the day. Randy and Patricia were excellent too!

[pezaddict231]

I'm so excited for you! You leave for Disney in just a few more days, can't wait to see how all your plans come together. You're going to have such an amazing time!

[padisneyfour]

I would love to be a guest at your wedding too!! You think of everything. You are going to have such a wonderful day.


PS I know you have read positive reviews again and again so I will repeat them and say we just had our lunch at the Napa Room and it exceeded my expectations. The guests loved the caricature artists and he was the hit of the day. Randy and Patricia were excellent too!

Thank you.... I have read alot of the good but I still am a little nervous about reception but its good to hear the positives! Thanks! I am excited about the caricature artist- pretty much it is a surprise along with goofy, both are def something unique to disney.

I'm so excited for you! You leave for Disney in just a few more days, can't wait to see how all your plans come together. You're going to have such an amazing time!

Thank you.... I am excited to see it all come together too! alot of pieces but I know it will work!:goodvibes

[DisneyDiva84]

YAY for being so close! I hope its everything you ever dreamed and more! :lovestruc