Danielle & Chris: 11-11-11 WP/ADH/DP Wedding PJ/TR - Complete *(1 Year Anniversary)

[KristiLyn]

LOVE the feather!! It's gorgeous!!!

 

[elleinad16]

I love that! Who's the seller????

Thanks! The sellers name is: modwedding
Her shop is great!

Yes! My MOH is actually in Pittsburgh (6 hours from me), and one of my bridesmaids is actually living in France right now!

And by the way, that feather is gorgeous. I love how it's kind of subtle but still beautiful.

Yikes! Yes, the distance is actually starting to become unbearable. I just miss them all too.

LOVE the feather!! It's gorgeous!!!

Thank you!

 

[elleinad16]

Ok, so this past weekend has been a mixture of wedding planning and emotions!

I wanted to post more recently, but I got into another little funk I'm trying so hard not to pull a bridezilla moment, especially since we still have 8 months and some odd weeks to go, but...Friday I got the 1 set of bridesmaids jewelry I ordered, to test to see if I liked them or not. OHMYGOODNESS, they are bad! I wanted so much to love them (they were a mix of pearls and rhinestones, which I want them to wear), but they are unbearably chunky! (I honestly thought they were going to be around the same size as real pearls...like 8 - 10 mm, not 50! ) I even sent a picture to one of my bridesmaids to show her and I quote, "Oh my god, Danni! PLEASE don't make me wear that! They are horrible and remind me of Wilma Flintstone."



To remind everyone what Wilma's style is:

And the jewelry that upset me:

Which now, looking back, I find this extremely funny. But at the moment, it was a breaking point for me. I cried; (stupid, I know), but I just want to please everyone so bad! Oh well, onto a new search!

Next, I started figuring out music for our ceremony and cocktail hour. What I can share with you so far:

Ceremony:

Processional
-"Married Life" (Bridesmaids enter)
-"Cinderella at the Palace" (Flowergirls enter)

Bride's Processional
-"Here Comes the Bride"

HA, as you can see, I've gotten really far on that one... I will edit this when I figure out more.

Also, I have decided for the cocktail hour to play all 20's/30's swing and jazz music to set the tone. I figure it will ease everyone into Atlantic Dance Hall and then later I will change the music to a wider variety.

But I found this awesome CD of music (thanks to Facebook ) that I am purchasing:

Yes, you read correctly, Disney Jazz! There's a preview of all the songs on iTunes...they're really awesome. Sexy and sultry even, but that is just my love of Jazz talking also. So I thought that CD of music mixed with authentic jazz and swing songs would be great for the cocktail hour. I'm excited!

Lastly, I started to design our name cards! Chris and I collaborated on this; he designed the overall look and then I made them real. Here's a pic, sorry taken on my cell phone:

We really like the design and the size, but we think we want to change the paper color. I really don't know. The black on white makes it easy to read, especially in what will be lower-light conditions, but colored paper would tie into our theme. More silly things!

Phew, that was my all-around wedding update! I feel a little better now that I got that off my chest.

 

[librarygeek]

Hey, I totally understand you getting upset about the jewelry! I hope you find something you like a bit better. I cried the other day because I tried to wear earrings again and it didn't work (I have some sort of problem with my ears and haven't been able to wear them for a few years) and I broke down because I was upset that I wouldn't be able to wear earrings for my wedding. I just try to tell myself there are much worse things in life, but it's hard!

Your name signs are gorgeous. And that sounds like the coolest CD! I want it now, not for my wedding or anything but just to listen to! Great find!

 

[DisneyShamrock]

I understand about the jewelry, too. The idea is nice, but I agree that the size is just too big. They are pretty, but a little overwhelming. I'd have probably had a panic attack on top of crying.

I did the same thing months ago over the earrings I thought I wanted to wear myself. I even bought a pair for each of my girls in silver to match. I quadruple-checked the measurement before I bought them, and when they arrived (big shock), they were over twice the size the listing had posted. I freaked.

 

[KristiLyn]

Totally understand about the jewelry!! Everyone goes through it at some part of the wedding planning process.
Those pearls are pretty big. Depending on your budget, I found some really awesome bracelets on etsy that mixed pearl and rhinestones. I can find them for you, they are on some page of my pj. I was considering getting them
And I like your name signs!!

 

[elleinad16]

Hey, I totally understand you getting upset about the jewelry! I hope you find something you like a bit better. I cried the other day because I tried to wear earrings again and it didn't work (I have some sort of problem with my ears and haven't been able to wear them for a few years) and I broke down because I was upset that I wouldn't be able to wear earrings for my wedding. I just try to tell myself there are much worse things in life, but it's hard!

Your name signs are gorgeous. And that sounds like the coolest CD! I want it now, not for my wedding or anything but just to listen to! Great find!

Aw no!!! That's so upsetting about your earrings But yes, I agree, there are worse things in life and we have it pretty good compared to others.

I understand about the jewelry, too. The idea is nice, but I agree that the size is just too big. They are pretty, but a little overwhelming. I'd have probably had a panic attack on top of crying.

I did the same thing months ago over the earrings I thought I wanted to wear myself. I even bought a pair for each of my girls in silver to match. I quadruple-checked the measurement before I bought them, and when they arrived (big shock), they were over twice the size the listing had posted. I freaked.

Haha, yes! I panicked and cried all at once. Thanks for listening

Totally understand about the jewelry!! Everyone goes through it at some part of the wedding planning process.
Those pearls are pretty big. Depending on your budget, I found some really awesome bracelets on etsy that mixed pearl and rhinestones. I can find them for you, they are on some page of my pj. I was considering getting them
And I like your name signs!!

Ughh, I don't want to experience this kind of freakout again during the planning process. I checked out your pj, thanks for the leads!


Thank you ladies for reading, caring and consoling me It's greatly appreciated.

 

[belle2211]

Just thought I'd post the start of the little projects I'm working on.
I'm designing all the little informational inserts to put into our guests welcome folders.

I started with my favorite The "Drinking Around the World" Checklist.

Front:

I saw this idea from another DISbride, I can't remember who, but I thought it would be a good thing for our college buddies to have...so I revamped it!

I totally just stole this from you. I hope you don't mind! For my bachelorette party we are drinking around the world then going to Jellyrolls. My MOH is making a passport and this is perfect. Thanks!

 

[elleinad16]

I totally just stole this from you. I hope you don't mind! For my bachelorette party we are drinking around the world then going to Jellyrolls. My MOH is making a passport and this is perfect. Thanks!

That's totally fine! That's why I made it--I was hoping more people would be able to use it!!! Have fun with it, I know we will!

 

[MissManners]

I adore your name cards! If you want to incorporate some of your wedding colors, maybe you could mount them on some colored cardstock... I don't think that would take away from the overall design of them, and they would still be easy to read. Hope everything works out with the bridesmaid jewelry! (At least you got to make a Flintstones reference, that's always fun )

 

[Bickimook2]

Aww don't fret friend Everything will be ok. Do you have a budget for the jewelry? I got all my girls pearl necklace and earring sets from sammoon.com. They are excellent quality and get this $3.50 each set! Check it out they've got some good stuff. I love your selection for music we are using lots of Frank and Dean Martin for our cocktail hour . Your cards look great very Art Deco

 

[elleinad16]

I adore your name cards! If you want to incorporate some of your wedding colors, maybe you could mount them on some colored cardstock... I don't think that would take away from the overall design of them, and they would still be easy to read. Hope everything works out with the bridesmaid jewelry! (At least you got to make a Flintstones reference, that's always fun )

Haha, I know right?! Oh, Flintstones. Thanks though! Chris actually suggested the same thing with colored cardstock so now I think I shall do a test.

Aww don't fret friend Everything will be ok. Do you have a budget for the jewelry? I got all my girls pearl necklace and earring sets from sammoon.com. They are excellent quality and get this $3.50 each set! Check it out they've got some good stuff. I love your selection for music we are using lots of Frank and Dean Martin for our cocktail hour . Your cards look great very Art Deco

Thanks, Vicki! I checked out that site--very cool! I might have to order some to see, but I like that they have such a variety.

 

[elleinad16]

So, I am leaving for my spur-of-the-moment/birthday surprise for my niece/Spring break trip tomorrow! I am flying into Tampa and then heading to Disney on Thursday. I am trying to convince the family to stay an extra day on Friday to take advantage of the Flower and Garden Festival, but my parents are not too keen on the idea. Anyways, I'm so pumped for the weather! I can't wait to feel the sun for a few days.

I will most likely update on Sunday when I have returned!

Take care, everyone!

 

[KristiLyn]

Yay!! Have a good time!!!!

 

[sw33t_angel]

Yay!! Have a good time!!!!

YAY!!! Say Hi to Mickey for us!!!

 

[tnkr mom]

Enjoy Disney & the sunshine

I'll be heading to pick up DD at IUP (kinda near Pittsburgh) this weekend for her spring break!

 

[elleinad16]

Hi everyone!
I have returned from fabulously warm Florida...and I miss it already. (Good thing there's only 65 more days until my next trip!)

We had such a great time at Disney, but it was a LONG day. Here's my mini trip report:

We traveled from Bradenton (About 2 hours west of Orlando) so we had to get up at 6am...left by 7 to get to Downtown Disney by 9 for my niece's Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique appointment a little after 9! It was SO worth it, in my opinion. We've been planning on taking her for about 3 years now for her 5th birthday -- what a good age!

Having her hair done!

The birthday girl all done!!! So cute.

By this time it was about 10:30 and we headed over towards Magic Kingdom where we stayed until close.

Hula hooping on Main Street

A lunch fit for a princess.

All the little princesses dancing with Mary Poppins!

Me and my niece in front of the castle.

With her favorite princess, Belle.

Eating her birthday dessert!

We had a blast watching her all day. She even kept thanking us over and over (and started planning for next years birthday! ) But we told her she'd be back in just about 8 months for my wedding where she gets to be a princess again. So she's excited for that.

I did have a little anxiety during the day, which made me very nervous for the wedding. My brother, who has never been to Disney before, just kept BASHING the place I love. He critiqued the food (saying it sucked ), saying the rides and everything were fake, cussed in front of families with children , and basically just ruined the magic in front of his own daughter . This really got me peeved...and stressed me out. I started telling my parents later, how am I ever going to make group activities at my wedding go smoothly without him acting like a stick in the mud . They told me not to worry and that they'll talk to him, but he really should realize he shouldn't do this type of stuff in public (especially since there are all types of people that can easily get offended). SIGH.

 

[Bickimook2]

Hi everyone!
I have returned from fabulously warm Florida...and I miss it already. (Good thing there's only 65 more days until my next trip!)

We had such a great time at Disney, but it was a LONG day. Here's my mini trip report:

We traveled from Bradenton (About 2 hours west of Orlando) so we had to get up at 6am...left by 7 to get to Downtown Disney by 9 for my niece's Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique appointment a little after 9! It was SO worth it, in my opinion. We've been planning on taking her for about 3 years now for her 5th birthday -- what a good age!

Having her hair done!

The birthday girl all done!!! So cute.

By this time it was about 10:30 and we headed over towards Magic Kingdom where we stayed until close.

Hula hooping on Main Street

A lunch fit for a princess.

All the little princesses dancing with Mary Poppins!

Me and my niece in front of the castle.

With her favorite princess, Belle.

Eating her birthday dessert!

We had a blast watching her all day. She even kept thanking us over and over (and started planning for next years birthday! ) But we told her she'd be back in just about 8 months for my wedding where she gets to be a princess again. So she's excited for that.

I did have a little anxiety during the day, which made me very nervous for the wedding. My brother, who has never been to Disney before, just kept BASHING the place I love. He critiqued the food (saying it sucked ), saying the rides and everything were fake, cussed in front of families with children , and basically just ruined the magic in front of his own daughter . This really got me peeved...and stressed me out. I started telling my parents later, how am I ever going to make group activities at my wedding go smoothly without him acting like a stick in the mud . They told me not to worry and that they'll talk to him, but he really should realize he shouldn't do this type of stuff in public (especially since there are all types of people that can easily get offended). SIGH.

Oh, I am so jealous, this makes me excited for my trip Don't worry too much about your brother, let him spoil his own time, you all can have fun around him. I don't know why some people have that anti Disney attitude, you just have to ignore it, the day will be about you and DF and that's all that matters, sending good vibes your way dear

 

[librarygeek]

Your niece is too cute!! And hopefully your parents can talk some sense into him - I mean, aside from him just being a downer, it's just really inappropriate to cuss in front of children. I know some people don't think it's that big a deal, but to me it is and I would hope it is to him as well with his own young daughter! But if he continues you'll just have to ignore him and know that so many other people are loving the Disney magic!

 

[elleinad16]

Oh, I am so jealous, this makes me excited for my trip Don't worry too much about your brother, let him spoil his own time, you all can have fun around him. I don't know why some people have that anti Disney attitude, you just have to ignore it, the day will be about you and DF and that's all that matters, sending good vibes your way dear

Thanks, dear! You are right...I have to focus on the positive and focus on me and Chris. I can't worry about pleasing everyone else.

Your niece is too cute!! And hopefully your parents can talk some sense into him - I mean, aside from him just being a downer, it's just really inappropriate to cuss in front of children. I know some people don't think it's that big a deal, but to me it is and I would hope it is to him as well with his own young daughter! But if he continues you'll just have to ignore him and know that so many other people are loving the Disney magic!

I know, it all drives me nuts. I really hope he does gain some self control and respect for others. Thanks!!!