Sunday, May 20, 2012

sparkle pony

a while back, i came across a woman who took toy animals and covered them in monochromatic glitter - i LOVED the look but could never afford the hefty price tag. When i stumbled upon a big bag of (super cheap) plastic animals on a recent shopping trip, i knew a can of metallic gold spray paint and a sunny afternoon would create the perfect addition to our wedding tablescape.

note: jeff's brother kyle will shudder at how terrible my spray painting skills are - i can hear the scolding already :) BUT we now have a little army of golden animals!

all lined up and ready to get sparkled 
after!


Friday, May 18, 2012

sandy beach

our wedding ceremony will be held at sandy beach, a little park near our house where we spend endless summers wading in the river, sharing popsicles, and soaking up every last bit of sunshine. we really love the space and because of its happy memories, decided it would be the perfect place to get married. we have also decided that no matter the weather, we will have the ceremony outdoors. if it rains, there will be last minute scrambles to collect umbrellas (jess always wanted to wear rain boots with her wedding dress), if it snows, dig out a warm jacket and grab a hot chocolate on your way over, and if its a beautiful indian summer afternoon (which it will be) come dressed however you like and enjoy the pure loveliness that our favourite park has to offer. we promise that no matter what the weather, the ceremony will be simple, quick and as fun as possible.


Sunday, May 13, 2012

mr. and mrs. goblets!

i found these goblets at goodwill a while back and knew immediately they would be perfect for jeff and i to use at the wedding (and for me to drink my double americano's out of each morning until then). the rest of the guests will be using mason jars, so i wanted something equally laid back and casual, but still special and unique for our especially special day!


Tuesday, May 8, 2012

capturing photographs

given jeff and my background, it's no surprise that photography for our wedding was one of the first things we talked (endlessly) about and one of the most important aspects of our wedding. with Jeff shooting so many photos himself and me capturing every giggle and snack on my iphone, its rare that we get to be pictured TOGETHER, so we are both really excited to have a day where we wont need to click a single shutter!

it's a bit of a funny story actually- i had emailed two different calgary photographers that i have followed (and LOVED) for many years. i emailed each of them telling them about our wedding and asking if they would be interested in photographing it for us. the reply i received was totally a wonderful surprise. it explained that the pair were SISTER-IN-LAWS and after talking to each other, were hoping they could shoot our wedding TOGETHER! really, i couldn't have asked for a better situation to unfold - i loved both of their work so much, and really had no idea how i was going to choose between the two of them- so to be able to pick them BOTH- well- it was just meant to be! 

here are a few photographs that we adore from each of them.  they are so truly talented, beyond amazing and each have the most incredible ability to capture those special moments. (they both have ridiculously beautiful families too!) We are so excited to have them be a part of our special day!

Eden's website can be viewed here
Maria's website can be viewed here
Eden Lang
Eden Lang
Eden Lang
Eden Lang

Maria Lang
Maria Lang
Maria Lang
Maria Lang

Friday, May 4, 2012

vintage stamps

i have always loved the look of vintage stamps - they are cool and different and filled with lovely memories of a different time. when i found doug - a guy on kijiji that had not only inherited a GIANT stamp collection but was also selling his duplicates at discounted face value, i was beyond stoked! stephanie and i took a leisurely sunday afternoon drive across town to pick out beautiful and unique postage for each and every wedding invite. i cant wait to get these onto envelopes and into the mail! they will be totally perfect and everything i had hoped for!



Thursday, May 3, 2012

save the dates!

our wonderful friend (and groomsman) kesly norman helped us design our awesome save the dates! jess came up with the idea while searching (endless. nonstop.) wedding blogs, and kelsy was able to to add his own special touch and bring our vision to life! we think they turned out rad!