April 2011 - Page 12 of 16 - Southern Weddings

Sponsor Love

by Emily in Main, Sponsor Love on April 8, 2011

Happy Friday, friends! Here are three more fabulous sponsors to accompany you into the weekend.

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Her sweet little PEZ people might catch your eye at first, but it’s Amy Pezzicara’s engaging images that will capture your attention! Amy owns Pezz Photo, and strives to make photos that will make you smile. She’s based in Tampa, Florida, and experienced at both traveling for weddings and working with brides and grooms who are traveling to her! Check out her site here and her blog (aptly named “Eye Candy”) here!

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Photos by Kim Graham

The Planters Inn is a gorgeous, historic Charleston venue listed in our Resources section. In fact, they’re the only historic property at the famed City Market! We love that they cater to intimate weddings (their spaces can accommodate up to 125 guests), and that they are happy to serve as a couture one-stop shop for brides and grooms traveling in from afar (food, flowers, cake, coordination — the works). The Inn’s Garden Courtyard or private dining rooms would also be great spots for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, or morning-after brunches. See more photos and all the details at their site!

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Modern, eclectic, bold, funky, and fresh… those are just a few of the words Atlanta-based photographer Chelsea Patricia uses to describe herself and her work, and we couldn’t agree more! She seems to attract bright and happy clients (as evidenced by this adorable post on her blog), so if you’re a bright and happy person, we might have just helped you find your photographer! You can see much more of her work on her site and blog.

We’re always looking for fabulous new vendors to add to our Resource Directory, so if you’re a wedding vendor interested in that section or any other in our magazine or site, just email Katharine for a media kit!

Written with love by Emily

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Tags: Chelsea Patricia, Pezz Photo, Planter's Inn, Southern wedding photographers, Sponsor Love, wedding vendors

Luke Wilson April 14, 2011 reply

We absolutely love the planter’s inn. Working with them on Heather and Tim’s wedding (the two images you have featured above) was such a treat. For more pictures please visit our bog http://www.lwse.blogspot.com
Southern Weddings Love » eye candy April 15, 2011 reply

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Layla Mayville {Simply Savannah Events} May 17, 2011 reply

Chelsea Patricia does amazing work! I can’t wait to work with her in the future! Charleston is a beautiful city I would love to go back and visit again.

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Winners :: Brandy Pham, Catbird and Ivy + Aster

by Whitney in Main on April 7, 2011

I love being the bearer of good news and I have so much great news to deliver today! We’ve had a lot of fabulous giveaways in the past few weeks and now it is time to reveal the winners!

Last week, we brought you an amazing jewelry giveaway featuring the girly looks of Brandy Pham. Brandy Pham jewelry is full of bows and special details that make them a delight to wear for special events and day-to-day events alike.

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We asked readers to tell us what their wedding colors were for a chance to win a pair of the Haley stud earrings paired with their choice of EITHER the All That Shimmers Silver Bangles OR the Amy Pearl Necklace. Congratulations to Courtney who chose a full range of colors!

I couldn’t choose just one color or two. i choose an array. BRIGHT reds, pinks, oranges and a touch of yellow. any of this jewelry would work so well with my dress, flowers and mothers veil. exquisite jewels!

We have been pretty jewelry-centric lately, but it’s all because I HAVE to share these gorgeous jewelry lines with y’all! Catbird’s dainty designs have a special place in my heart (love those heart rings!) and I’m super excited to announce the one lucky winner who’ll get THREE Catbird alphabet rings. Catbird’s alphabet rings are perfect gifts for your bridesmaids so we asked readers why their bridesmaids were so awesome.

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Congratulations to Melody, who answered with this gem:

If it weren’t for my bridesmaids I would not have my fiance! Literally!! My sister (MOH) picked him out for me (she was his friend and told me I needed to meet him). My friend Rachel was the one who introduced us (we were out at dinner and I told her about the guy my sister had mentioned…she knew him too and right away said “You HAVE to meet him, you WILL date!”. The other maids? They have been the tissues that wiped away tears (good and bad) on my journey to love. Hearts of gold is an understatement!

Last, but certainly not least, we had to select a new winner for the Ivy and Aster sash giveaway because we could never get in touch with the last winner we selected. We couldn’t let such a great prize go unclaimed! Congratulations to Adrienne, who fell for the Tying the Knot sash from Ivy and Aster!

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A huge round of applause for all of our winners! Don’t get upset if you didn’t win this round of giveaways. Just head over to the ken + dana design giveaway and it might be your lucky day!

Written with love by Whitney

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Tags: Brandy Pham, catbird, giveaways, ivy and aster, winners

Melody April 8, 2011 reply

Yay!! I’m so excited I just saw this! I never win anything haha! Thank you!!
Adrienne April 10, 2011 reply

Am I the Adrienne who won??? How do I find out?

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Ask the Expert :: Hostess Gifts

by Emily in Expert Advice, Main on April 7, 2011

We’re back with another Ask the Experts column!

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This week’s query comes from Elizabeth. She writes:

“Quick question from a bride-to-be:

Have y’all ever done a post on great, personal hostess gifts? I have a few showers/parties coming up and am on the hunt for some good gifts for the hostesses.

Thanks!”

But of course! Here are a few of our favorite ideas:

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A. If your pal is hosting at her home, how about a stylish return address stamp? We love these ones from Paperwink.

B. Southern favorite Paloma’s Nest has a whole host of gifts that could be perfect for an entertainer. We particularly like these gold-rimmed placecards, which we used in our V2 Serenbe shoot!

C. For a gal close to your heart (bonus points if she’s preppy!), we love this set of six heart cups and saucers. Too cute!

D. For hostesses who are of age, we’d pair South Carolina favorite Firefly Vodka with a set of gorgeous drinking glasses. Our office’s personal favorite flavor is the peach sweet tea!

E. For the hostess who whips up amazing eats for your shower, head to your local Home Depot or Lowe’s and pick up a pair of mini rosemary trees. Fold kraft paper around the base, tie on a ribbon, and call it a day!

F. For a lady who’s born and bred, order up a custom state pillow from Love California. She’ll customize the color and shape to your specs!

G. For the girl who refuses to drink out of anything but a mason jar, pick up the delicate porcelain version spun by Alyssa Ettinger. Pop in a few blooms for bonus presentation points!

H. The perfect gym, beach, or shopping tote bag, this is the gift for the girl on the go. We love the preppy stripes! If it’s summer, pop in a towel and a chick lit about friendship :)

I. For the pal who’s on top of trends, pick up a few snazzy chevron plates from Aedriel Originals. Bright and cheery!

J. The most delicate bowls for your most delicate friend. We love the gilded ones, but Up in the Air Somewhere makes bright colors, too!

K. Last but certainly not least, these white porcelain farmer’s market baskets will add some dressed-up Southern style to any hostess’s entryway. Find them at Jayson Home & Garden.

What’s the best hostess gift you’ve ever given or received?

Written with love by Emily

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Tags: creative hostess gift ideas, etsy, hostess gift ideas, hostess gift inspiration, party ideas, present ideas

Mandy April 7, 2011 reply

I am a bride-to-be as well. Recently, I gave personalized stationary as a hostess gift and it was a huge it. Paper Affair sells adorable stationary and they will personalize it for free with your order. They have a plethora of font and color options for you choose from for the personalization as well.
Elizabeth April 15, 2011 reply

Thank you so much for answering my question & for the suggestions!
Martha June 24, 2011 reply

I used Embroidery by Melissa on Etsy (www.embroiderybymelissa.etsy.com) for embroidered Linen towels with their intials as a thank you to my hostess and guests.

She was very quick and worked with me on colors before she made them,

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