Saturday, April 16, 2011

~Mother's Day Brunch~

With Mother's day around a month away . . .
have you made plans for your mom already?

A few close friends of mine are throwing a Mother's Day brunch at my house.

My inspiration:


pretty in pink party for Mother's Day!




My inspiration for the pink theme was this beautiful pink and orange floral table decor. The tweed-wrapped vases are a DIY project from Martha Stewart. (iWrap fabric around inexpensive glass containers.) Place an assortment of pink hued carnations, dahlias, tulips and spiky gerbera daisies into the vases for a lovely spring look. Set your floral arrangements atop a blush pink tablecloth accented with white plates and white napkins. Set a floral-adorned favor on top of each folded napkin.

                                     Source: saraspartyperfect.com via Emily on Pinterest

On a table off to the side set out an
arrangement of place cards. For more intimate family gatherings I would allow guests to select their own seats. Just make sure to sit the guest of honor, your mom, at the head of the table. On the other end of your place card table, display your dessert, a sweet pink 2-layer cake decorated with gum-paste rose petals.

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Serve a pink cocktail or whatever drink is Mom's favorite. This
pink cocktail entitled the Long-Stemmed Rose is just rose flavored vodka garnished with a rose petal.
                                                                          Source: everythingfab.com via V e e on Pinterest

Lastly, though this is the probably one of first things you would do, is choose from FineStationery.com. Also, as an added bonus they include pink colored envelopes which are bright and cheery to receive in the mail.
Or do like I do and make your own! 

We will throw in some turquoise and creams . . .

sit at a fun decorated table . . .


And enjoy our Mommy's!

Do you have plans?
Any suggestions for food?

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

~Wedding Photography Love: Beauty!~

I came accross these photos over at The Sweetest Occassion . . .
So simple, soft and girly. 
I am in love with the cake.
Gorgeous!






 I can't get enough of this!
Vendors -
Venue, design, styling + florals:
Cedarwood Weddings / Photography: Kristyn Hogan / Stationery: Designs in Paper / Cake: Patty Cakes
{Photos by Kristyn Hogan.}

For the rest of the gorgeous photos go here
Happy middle of the week . . . that much close to the weekend:-)

Monday, April 11, 2011

~Vintage Literature Photo Shoot in the Woods: Inspiration!~

Oh yes the planning is moving right along for my first wedding photo shoot.
The vision:


                                                                      Source: ruffledblog.com via Tamara on Pinterest


Blush Pink

Woods
                                                                                Source: ruffledblog.com via Hannah on Pinterest

Vintage touches
(typewriter, milk crate, books, vases, etc)

                                                              Source: vintageonthefarm.blogspot.com via Tamara on Pinterest

Book Love
                                                          Source: theloveofeloquence.blogspot.com via Emily on Pinterest

                                                             Source: simplybytamaranicole.blogspot.com via Tamara on Pinterest

Fun hair accessories
                                                                                  Source: etsy.com via Olivia on Pinterest




When:
Depending on weather . . . hoping for the end of the month.

So much work to do!

Excited to introduce some artists that are donating/lending their creations for the shoot!

Happy Monday loves!

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

Saturday, April 9, 2011

~Table Decor: Teal and Pink~

Happy Saturday!
I hope everyone is enjoying their Spring weekend.

Lots going on over here . . .

1) Had our bridal lingerie event Thursday
(and scored a new bra 10% off, sweet!)

2) Preparing for my vintage literary love wedding photo shoot
(in just a few weeks!)

3) Meeting with my new friend, and a great wedding photographer
Mariah Gentry . . . working on putting together a min wedding expo for the fall.

Busy busy!
But it's all fun stuff ya know?!

So to tie you over for a few days here are some amazingly adorable photos from

 Style me Pretty by Heather Ham using the very popular and summery colour combo of hot pinks and turquoises with of course all the wonderful details that I so rave about and toil over ;)







Photography, Cinematography + Photo Booth: Picotte Weddings, Inc. / Event Designer: Events by Heather Ham / Floral Designer: Peony & Plum /  Location: Stone Manor / Rentals: Archive Vintage Rentals / Linens: La Tavola / Cake: Fantasy Frostings / Invitations: Maison Du Papier / Calligraphy: Calligraphy Katrina / Dress: Alina Pizzano Couture / Hair + Makeup: Stacy Bisel Make-up + Hair Design

~Simply by Tamara Nicole~

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

~What I'm Loving in Weddings: Wine Corks~

Wine Corks
for decor: add a fun rustic vibe to your wedding.
Love this!

As a wedding planner I am totally asking all of my "people" to save theirs and send them my way . . .
we have a vineyard wedding for 2012 to plan for one of my brides!
Wine corks to hold labels for treats


Initials in Cork!

                                                                         Source: stylemepretty.com via Megan on Pinterest

                                                            Source: twotwenty-one.blogspot.com via Megan on Pinterest

                                                                                Source: etsy.com via Sara on Pinterest

                                                                 Source: jhendersonstudios.blogspot.com via Jenna on Pinterest

So many options, and so cute!
There's just something romantic and inviting about a vineyard wedding, LOVE!





Seriously gorgeous . . . with fun colors!

Are you a "rustic vineyard" wedding fan too?

Monday, April 4, 2011

~Favor Idea: Cake and Brownie Pops~

These would work for any kind of party (bridal shower, birthday, wedding, etc.)

Cake Pops
Brownie Pops

They are just so cute, small and simple, yet yummy!



                                    Source: cache.stylemepretty.com via La Boda de tus SueƱos | Wedding & Event Designer on Pinterest


Yummy treat goodness!

AND actually I am making these this week, along with cute tags
(Simply Enjoy!) other side: (Your Wedding Planner: Simply by Tamara Nicole)
for an event at a local lingerie boutique


Thursday night for a launch of bridal lingerie . . . champagne, truffles, lingerie . . .
around 50 people . . . pics to come later this week!

Happy Monday!

Saturday, April 2, 2011

~Stunning Wedding Photo Shoot~

Happy Saturday lovies!
Hope your weekend is off to a great start:-)
We are remodeling the bathroom, sheesh it is a lot of work, but I love the transformation!

To keep us going for our weekend . . .
A few gorgeous photos
                                                                         Source: dashacaffrey.com via Tamara on Pinterest

                                                                         Source: dashacaffrey.com via Tamara on Pinterest

                                                                        Source: dashacaffrey.com via Tamara on Pinterest

                                                                            Source: dashacaffrey.com via Tamara on Pinterest


I love the simplicity of this shoot. 
I want this table so bad, it's stunning as well, great props!


Team involved:
- Photography by -
London wedding photographer Dasha - Exhibit Emotions
- Venue - One Marylebone Wedding Venue London
- Jewellery - Yulia Kunze Hair Jewellery
- Makeup - London wedding airbrush makeup artist Mariam Jensen
- Hair - Wedding hair designer Cassandra
- Flowers - Fairy Nuff Flowers
- Dresses - Adamo Bridal boutique
- Models - Kara Wenman

Check out the feature about this shoot on Love My Dress wedding blog.
Keep it stunning ladies!

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