Happy Anniversary Amber + Cory

Happy Anniversary to
Amber and Cory Fones
July 26, 2008

When Cory arrived to the rehearsal he pulled me to the side and quietly said,
“I have a surprise for Amber and I need to know when we can give it to her.”
“Ok” I said, “where is it?”
“It’s a car, it’s out front” Cory said softly.
“A card, with a ‘d’?” I said, knowing that I must have heard him wrong.
“No, a car without a d!” He said.

We decided that after the rehearsal, he and all the guests would go around to the front of the property while I asked Amber some questions. He came to the front door and rang the doorbell. I asked her if she would see what they wanted. To her surprise, it was a new BMW!
Cory had bought the car in Illinois where they live and had it brought down to Knoxville for her.
The next day, Amber and I had a good laugh as she said, “I got him a card, with a ‘d’!”

Vendors
Simply Southern Catering
Lisa Foster Design
Rosewood Photography
Al Colombo Violinist
Gary Loe Productions
All Occasion Party Rental

This is a great picture of Amber and her dad looking out the window at arriving guests! Remember to cherish those moments of your wedding day!

Amber used a notebook that she was chained to the entire planning process. She loved planning her wedding so much that she decided to become a planner in Illinois!

Wishing you happy planning and a happily Ever After!
Planner Girl:)

The Wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Ball as seen by Lillian Prince

On June 19, 2010, Ever After was proud to be a part of the wedding of Matthew and Jessica Ball!

Photographer Lillian Prince captured the story in the following pictures!

This picture was first a vision in Lillian's head. She couldn't wait to see it come to life!

The reception was at Beaver Brook Country Club

Bling was the word! Jessica's jewelry was fabulous!

Jessica's colors were Bougainvillea (purple) and yellow!

The ceremony was at Salem Baptist Church

A quick trolley ride to the reception!

Beautiful bouquet, beautiful Bride!

Jessica really wanted fresh lemons in the vase!
Flowers provided by Samuel Franklin Floral Design

The ever popular Potato Bar was a hit!

Matt came up with a great phrase for the favor koozies!
"I witnessed Matt & Jessica tie the knot, and this lousy koozie was all I got:"

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Ball

Wishing you a Happliy Ever After!
Planner Girl:)

A new Disney Wedding CD is here!

OK Disney fans! Here's a CD just for you!
Disney's newest CD Happily Ever After,  features romantic renditions of songs from beloved Disney classics including Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Enchanted, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Lady and the Tramp, The Little Mermaid and more.

Disney has many CDs to enhance your wedding day!

Happily Ever After will transform the most special moment into an everlasting memory.

Tracks Include:
•Mickey and Minnie on a Moonlit Night
•Bella Notte
•Here's to the Ears of Love
•One Dance
•Beautiful
•Kiss the Girl
•So This Is Love
•Once Upon a Dream
•I Think I'd Be Perfect for You
•So Close
•That's How You Know
•Love Struck Duck
•My Gift Is You
•When You Wish Upon a Star
•Some Day My Prince Will Come (Finale)

Use a little Disney Magic on your Wedding Day!
Planner Girl:)

Wedding Registry

It's time to register! Where do you start?

The Knot has a comprehensive list.

Fine China- 5 piece set with accessories to match

Casual dinnerware- 5 piece set with accessories to match

Holiday China- 5 piece set with accessories to match

Dinnerware-salt & pepper, napkin holder, sugar/creamer set, gravy boat, serving bowls, serving platters, salad bowls, formal/casual place settings, chargers,

Home Décor- Vases, wall art/mirrors/frames, blankets/throws, decorative pillows

Furniture- sofas, tables, TV, lamps, shelving, washer, dryer

Glassware- coasters, mugs, carafe, juice glasses, water goblets

Barware- wine glasses, flutes, double old-fashion glasses, margarita, martini, pilsner, highball, ice bucket, wine fridge

Kitchen accessories- Ice cream scoop, salad spinner, canisters, timer, tongs, mixing bowls, measuring cups, measuring spoons, oven mitts, cookware, broiler pan, basting brushes, can opener, garlic press, cheese grater, veggie peeler, zester, roasting pan, casserole dish, bake ware, cake stand, punch bowl with ladle, soup tureen/ladle, butter dish

Kitchen appliances- blender, food processor, hand mixer, slow cooker, coffee maker, toaster, dutch oven, mixer, waffle maker, microwave, dishwasher

Knives/flatware- flatware, steak knives, knife block, bread knife, chef’s knife, slicing knife, cutting board

Kitchen linens- table linens, placemats, napkins, napkin rings

Bedding- sheets, comforter, mattress pad, blankets, pillows, decorative pillows, shams, bed skirt, window covers

Home essentials- hamper, mini vacuum, vacuum, iron, ironing board, mop, broom, dust pan

Bathware- soap dispenser, toothbrush holder, lotion dispenser, soap dispenser, bathrobes, bath towels, hand towels, washcloths, bath rug, tub mat, shower curtain, scale, hair dryer, showerhead, shower shelf

Outdoor- mower, leaf/snow blower, rake, shovel, garden hose, patio furniture, grills

Travel- luggage, garment bag, camera, tent, camping gear



It's ok to register at your local home improvement store and even a honeymoon registry!

Take your list and have fun with it!
Planner Girl:)

Formal Wear: Decoding your invitation

Invitation clarification: Decode your invitation

“Black Tie”
Classic tuxedo with white shirt, vest or cummerbund, black tie, and black patent shoes. A black tie is not required; any color of accessory is acceptable.

“Black Tie preferred”
Formal evening attire. This is defined as black tuxedo, white dinner jacket (Memorial Day through Labor Day,) or dark tuxedo (no tailcoats). Non-formal dress suits would be appropriate, but would not be the host’s preference.

“Black Tie Optional”
Formal dress is still appropriate. This includes black tuxedo, white dinner jacket (Memorial Day through Labor Day), and dark modern tuxedo. Tailcoats are not needed.

“Black Tie Invited”
Formal attire is not required, but formal attire can be worn if the guest prefers. Tailcoats are not appropriate.

“White Tie or Full Dress”
White wing-collar shirt, crisp white pique vest, and white tie or classic black trousers with formal satin stripe, traditional black tailcoat and black patent shoes.





Dress the part!
Planner Girl:)

Is the Economy changing your wedding plans?

The average wedding cost in 2009 was $28,385. This average is less than a 5% decrease than 2008 weddings.

Most 2010 brides are cutting back in several ways, but they are still planning a wedding that will be unforgetable! Know where to cut and where to spend!

Here are some ways to cut costs without cutting quality:

Rethink the guest list

Invite close family and friends. Don't feel obligated to invite distant relatives that you're not close to. It's also OK to not invite co-workers that you don’t regularly hang out with.

Floral

Use more candles and fewer flowers. Use smaller containers, which require fewer flowers to fill. Ask your florist which flowers will give you the same look for less.

Alcohol

Give fewer options- beer, wine, signature drink. Open the bar after dinner to minimize the amount of time guests are drinking.

Music
Fewer musicians costs less money. Hire one string (harp or violin) rather than a trio or quartet. Select a band with fewer members. Have the band start after dinner is served to minimize the amount of time they are on your money clock.

Linens and chairs
Have a love of specialty linens and chavari chairs? Use them sparingly. Use them for the head tables only rather than on every table.

Play the numbers
Who says you have to have one per person? Not every guest will take a program or even a favor. Rule of thumb is to have programs for 75% and favors for 85%. By the time you’re ready to leave, many of your guests will have already left. Provide send away items (birdseed, bubbles) for 75% of your RSVP.

Don't nix the coordinator!
I may be a little biased, but seriously- do hire a coordinator. A professional coordinator will save you time and money. They have connections and knowledge that will save you money. Often their knowledge can save you their fee!

You can have a beautiful wedding, even on a budget!

Planner Girl:)

Trash the Dress Session

Trash the dress sessions occur after the wedding. They are a great way to get photos that you would not do prior to the wedding. They often result in grass stains, water spots, etc. on the dress! Some brides really push the envelope and truely trash the dress. For example, by diving into ponds, dragging it behind a car, and other activities that leave little hope for recovery of the dress!

Here are some photos from a recent trash the dress session. Jennie has offered some tips from her experience! The session was at Honeysuckle Hills with photography by Regina Woods.

"Remember to bring bug spray if you are planning on being outdoors"

"Let your photographer be creative"

"The water was so cold!"

"Got just a little wet!"

"This is your chance to get the photos you didn't get at the wedding. Don't be afraid to let the photographer know what you want!"
 
 
 
 
Wear it and then... keep it, trash it, sell it, or pass it forward!
Planner Girl:)