Cookie Time!

This is one of my husband's favorites, but let's face it, who doesn't love Brittle! All kinds, Peanut, Almond, Macadamia Nut... and this recipe is so versitle that you can make any of those variations, in 10 minutes and in your Microwave!!!Yes, in 10 minutes and in your microwave!!! No candy thermometer, and everyone loves it!!! No one believes me when I say it only takes 10 minutes!{I make like 12 batches a year and give it all my neighbors!}10-Minute Peanut BrittleIngredients:1 cup Sugar1/2 cup Light corn syrup1/8 tsp Salt1 1/2 cups Peanuts (or Almonds, or whatever nut you choose)1 TBS Butter1 tsp Vanilla1 tsp Baking SodaDirections:Combine...

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Giving Thanks!

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Today is the day that we take a moment and give thanks for what we are grateful for, and if you haven't already, please take some time and reflect upon the things and people in your life that you are oh-so Thankful for!I for one, and Thankful to all of you who read our blog and take part in my life. Thank You! Thank you for your loyalty, trust, faith, and all that you do for me! I am truly beyond blessed to have you...

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Postage...

I know this has been talked about on this blog before, and every bride thinks about how much her invitations will cost and how much will they cost to mail.But you never know until those bad boys are actually in your hands. Don't assume that just becasue they measure properly for a .42 stamp that they actually will weigh properly for a 1 ounce stamp.Wait until you have them and then bring them to the post office, have them weigh and measure them - then you will know the proper postage amount. You may even want to bring two, just in case.{Really beautiful invitation picture from Unique Desig...

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Blogging Brides!

Name:: Ashley Location:: Now we're living in Colorado but we're getting married right outside our hometown back in Pennsylvania. Blog:: Lost in the MomentWedding Date:: July 25th, 2009What do you do in real life? Currently I am a full time student at Colorado State, majoring in Computer Science. I also work part time as a customer service rep for Bare Escentuals (mineral make up company).Favorite Part about Planning your Wedding? All of the DIY stuff! I have had such a blast making some of these projects with my bridesmaids and even my FI! I feel like they show just a little more of who we are too, because they're designed to represent us, not...

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Style Me Pretty!!!

In case you had not heard, Style me Pretty has started a new blog, The Little Black Book Blog - it features the best of the Little Black Book! Abby Larson of Style me Pretty always shows us magnificent wedding idea's and never fails to please!The Little Black Book features the best and brightest {and the coolest}! It's a boutique style book of wedding vendors, only featuring 3 vendors per category, so if you are looking for the best, look no further! And if you wanted to keep up with each of those folks are up to, there's a new blog for you!You can find MasterPiece Weddings in the Little Black Book all over Florida, North Florida, South...

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Cookie Time!

Every Friday through the end of the year I am going to post a cookie recipe that I bake every Christmas for you to enjoy! You already know my passion for baking, but I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite recipes with you, and you can share them with your friends and families!There is always alot of cookie sharing parties this time of year, along with hosting open houses, and family dinners. These recipes are sure to impress, and are pretty simple to make!First, I have to start with a story. My husband's Grandmother {Mom-mom} always made these Italian Christmas Cookies called Dadals, and when she passed I was the only one with...

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Fizzy Favors!

Did you know that Jones Soda will personalize the pictures on their soda's for you! So if you wanted to have let's say and Orange and Blue Wedding, you can order the soda's with your pictures on them or a picture of your families... whatever you want! And then get the soda flavors or colors to match your theme!These would also be a fun addition to your Holiday Party Drink Menu! But order by December 9th to have them in time for the Holidays! {Geez, are we that close to the holidays! Where did this year go!}At $29.99 a 12-pack, for personalized favors, isn't a bad deal! How fun, and yummy right! Fizzy fun favors!Photo by: Caroline John...

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Be a Guest!

I am a guest on one of my favorite blogs of all time!!! Jen from Earth Friendly Weddings and I have been talking for years about me doing a post for her, but honestly, who am I to tell Jen anything about weddings and earth friendly affairs....But then she had a great idea! Blog about making your wedding cake, because obviously ....well obviously!And here I ...

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Gator Cake Topper!

There are so many fantastically cheesey Gator Cake Toppers out there, so when I saw these - I thought they were too freakin' cute!Meet Gilbert and Gracie, the cutest Gator Cake Toppers, E.V.E.R!They can be shipped anywhere in the US! So go you, Go Gators, Go Cure Cancer, Go Get Married...

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Blogging Brides!

More on Amy F. from with the pixie grin... {she had our most hysterical post about "the girls"}Cutting it out...Hi there! It's been awhile, I know. Things are crazy..work, holidays..and other fun stuff...And of course with all that's going on, there is always a little wrench thrown in to keep it exciting..So, I'll just cut right to it...My future MIL booked THE perfect spot for our rehearsal dinner. It's a fab little place I used to work at back in my serving days..actually, it's probably my most favorite workplace...ever. Not only were the people amazing to work with and for, but the food would literally melt in your mouth..I remember specifically...

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I heart Snapdragons!

I can't tell you how loved I feel! Today, Kathy from KB dropped off a gorgeous bunch of Snapdragons - just because she knew it'd brighten my day! I don't know if she knows this but they are my favorite flower, the sweet smell, the gorgeous stems...simply one of God's most beautiful donations to this Earth - we take for granted. They have been a bright shiney spot in my week!!!Thank you so much Kathy!!Gosh, my friends are the best, my clients are the best! I feel so grateful...

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Happy Shopping!

My favorite store is having a 25% off special this weekend, and I want to share the love!Shop happy! Find that perfect little black dress for a Holiday Party, or a fab rehearsal dinner dress! Enj...

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I heart our clients!!

I'd like to argue that we seriously have the best, cutest and sweetest clients - E.V.E.R!Meet Audrey and Nate, they are childhood sweethearts getting married in January, and I think they are just the bee's knees.This pictures is taken by Pure by Lindsey, isn't that puppy just too cute!!! So be looking for on on Audrey and Nate!!!{actually all of our clients are fantastica...

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Thank you!!!!!

So literally, the Sweetest Thing! Today, after lunch the girls and I were craving serious Chocolate! So much so, we almost went to the drug store to get some... then I talked myself out of it... I am training for a triathlon afterall!But then, this box showed up!Who read my mind? But better yet, who would send such an incredible gift?So as I torn open the box.. I found this.and this...For their close-upThe card was from Matt and Krystal from K- Gallery!!! Thanking us for speaking at The School of Rad! Hey guys, anytime! You are so welcome!!! It was a blast! Thanks for the delicious gift, we ate them up as fast as we could... and I let the honorary...

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Radical School!

Kristin and I had a blast a few weeks ago! We had a chance to speak to a great group of photographers {at the School of Rad} about Marketing to Wedding Consultants. This class was taught by K-Gallery Photographers, Matt and Krystal. It was so much fun! What a fun group!We got to meet and chat with photographers that we've had the opportunity to work with, and photographers that we've only had the opportunity to blog stalk! I seriously felt like I was meeting a group of celebrities! Yes, I am a dork! {but have you seen that picture of Krystal... }So, to start off the day, I made cupcake truffles for the class, you can see Krystal is on a total...

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Three Blind Cakes!

So, I've mentioned before that at MasterPiece Weddings we set up Blind Cake Tastings for our clients! It's so fun to collect these ltitle white boxes and get them all set up for our clients!We have a tasting sheet that they can judge the cakes, and we explain exactly how to taste your cake(s)... so I thought I'd give you a step by step on how to set this up for your clients, or friends or yourself.We do this for several reasons. You go into the tasting without any misconceptions of the baker, if you've heard a rumor about their filling or cake, you won't know if it's Publix or 4-Star Baker that baked the cake. You truly pick the cake you like...

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Blogging Brides!

This week, more on Holly R. about planning a wedding in a small town. Some people who live in larger areas think it's hard becasue they have so many choices, think about it if the opposite were true!One of the first steps in planning a wedding is picking the wedding date. After my fiance and I got engaged, we put a lot of thought into choosing a date that is special to us. With so many guests from out of town, and after having to travel to a ton of weddings these past few years, we thought it was important to choose a date that would accomodate the majority of our guests. The date we decided on was Sept. 5, 2009, which falls on Labor Day weekend...

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The Sweetest Thing!

You know when you meet somone and you just know that you'll be fast friends! It happens with clients sometimes, you sit down to chat with them and you immediately find things to chat about, and totally hit it off.When Lindsay came in to talk with Kristin and I - we loved her ideas - they may not have been traditional ideas, but who says they have to be, right? She wanted to wear a pink dress, and have a super fun cake topper, and leave on a tandum bicycle - and her colors were Hot Pink and Mango Orange... in November... who cares! That's what she wanted... and it was awesome!Then, I got the sweetest thank you card from Lindsay!Where to begin?...

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Have you met.... Kristin?

(Kristin on the right)I know you met Kristin {my left and right hand} through our contest Boss vs. Bossy - and then again when we welcomed her aboard as our Associate.But did you know her story, I mean really what makes this amazing woman tick? Kristin recently wrote about herself on Be A Planner- please take a peek. Especially if you are new to the industry, Kristin's first hand Autobiography of her "day in a life" will make you feel like you aren't alone!Lower Image by K-Gall...

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Parent Trap - Bonus Question

One more question came in about parents decking one another durning family picture time, you don't need to be afraid. Although you might be the first wedding that a step parent has decked another durning photographs... it hasn't happened to me yet.But don't worry, you don't have to round everyone up for the "one big happy family" photograph if your parents dont' get along, or if you are not particularly fond of a stepparent. But you should meet with your photographer ahead of timeto discuss the types of photos you want and which members of your family should be included, and which should remain 10 feet away at all times.A professional photographer...

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Parent Trap - Final Installment

It's sad that we are dealing with so many divorced families - but it's just lovely that everyone can put on a happy face for their daughter or son's wedding. Regardless of the happy face, we do our best to make sure everyone is comfortable.That is where the issue of seating comes into play.Cheap SeatsProblem:: "My parents don't get along at all. I can't imagine seating them anywhere near each other durning the ceremony. What should I do?"Solution:: At a typical wedding, the first few rows of seats are reserved for close family members, with parents in teh front row, grandparents and siblings in the second row, and so on. If the relationship between...

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Blogging Brides!

Name: HollyLocation: Living in Lake Zurich, IL (a northwest suburb of Chicago) and getting married in my hometown of Iron Mountain, MI (located in the Upper Peninsula)Blog: a small town brideWedding Date: Sept. 5, 2009 -- Labor Day weekend!What do you do in real life?I am a biomedical engineer working on a next-generation patient monitor/defibrillator. My title is "Requirements Analyst" but I basically try to narrow the gap between marketing and engineering, researching what our customers want and translating it into engineering terms.Favorite Part about Planning your Wedding?Having an excuse to do the things I love. Crafty DIY details will be...

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Just Do It!

I am not one to push my polictical agenda on you. And I'm not going to.I just want you to remember tomorrow that when you wake up, it's your Right as an American to vote. I don't care who you vote for {actually I do...} but you need to vote. Vote for who, you feel in your heart is right. When it's you and that little booth, do what you feel is the right thing to do.And remember if you don't vote, you have no reason to complain over the next 4 years. When you don't vote, you are taking your Democracy for granted. Remember there are alot of people who don't have the same rights as we do as Americans - and we tend to take what we have for granted.Either...

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Parent Trap III

We know that dealing with divorced family members is a big stressor, and adds to the "making everyone happy" role. We are trying to help you keep the peace, and give you a handy trouble shooting guide.Walk the LineProblem:: "My Stepfather feels more like a "father" to me than my real dad, and I'dlike him to walk me down the aisle. Is there a way to do this without hurting my dad?"Solution:: This is definately a toughy! First, whatever you are going to do, tell your dad{s} in advance, we had one bride wait until the rehearsal to deal with the situation and that was hurtful on all accounts. But to avoid hurting your dad's feelings, consider these...

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