Romantical!

Another Board by Maggie - we have a wedding coming up in January, and the bride is so romantic, and classic. This board is perfect for her! Great job, Mags!



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Pretty!

Maggie in our office put this board together, so pretty and romantic for a Perriwinkle and Green wedding! I just love the striking colors and how soft they are at the same time!

I feel Spring is coming!!!

Sources: Boutonniere and flowers and favor, Name Cards:, Reception, Outdoor ceremony:, Bride sitting, Periwinkle boutonniere and small flowers in square vases:, candles with petals, cake,

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Get Married!

Who isn’t trying to be budget conscience right now?





Get Married has teamed up with Celebrity event designer Colin Cowie to offer wedding tips and trends to the budget-savvy bride. Check out a few of Colin’s tips, and then check out Get Married’s site for more information on Colin’s advice and his show!



1. Dream big: Small ideas get small results, so put budget aside while envisioning your dream wedding, then figure out what you can afford.



2. Cut your coat according to the cloth: It’s better to do 5 things correctly than 10 things on the skinny.



3. Consider a destination wedding: Weddings can take place anywhere, so think beyond the exotic beach and think about a bed-and-breakfast or country inn.



4. Opt for a fantastic DJ: Instead of a big orchestra band, find a great DJ who can create great background music and just as easily keep the guests moving on the dance floor.



5. Invest in a trusted wedding planner: A professional is there to ease some of the pressure while bringing your vision to a reality.



6. Design a signature drink: Rather than serving an open bar, offer guests a specialty beverage that is as delicious as it is memorable.



7. Create monochromatic flower arrangements using one type of flower: When bundled en masse in short ceramic vases, whether roses or carnations, tulips or spider mums; these flowers are beautiful and impactful.

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Let's Eat Cake- Results!!!

Let’s Eat Cake! was filled with 36 beautiful cakes created by talented bakers in the Southern region. From as far north as Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and all of Florida. We were completely blessed by the out pouring of suport by the baking community!!



The judges studied these cakes, inside and out!! They tasted and studied, and tasted again!

The winners for the amateur category were:



Tastiest: Maria Rizzo – This Italian inspired cake was simple yet elegant with the words “Amor Est Vitae Essentia” meaning “love is the essence of life.”

Most Beautiful and Creative: Cynthia Richardson – This cake was decorated with a beautifully unique design inspired by shades of mocha and ivory.

Crowd’s Favorite: Melanie Judge – The crowd fell in love with this romantic white cake.

Best of Show: Melanie Judge - This four-tier white cake was surrounded by tall pink tulips that were gathered by a big pink bow.

The winners of the professional category were:



Tastiest: Ritz Carlton-Naples – This seven-layer cake was inspired by a spring theme and topped with sugar butterflies and colorful flowers.

Most Beautiful and Creative: Cakes by Lisa – This teal and silver cake was decorated with a fancy swirl design and stood beautifully on a silver cake stand.

Crowd’s Favorite: Unique Cakes by Frances – This cake was blue and silver in a castle-like shape and had a pumpkin carriage on top.

Best of Show: Heavenly Cakes by Neil – This amazing cake was embellished with intricate details topped with fresh cut roses!

More on Let's Eat Cake! to come, the crowds, the people, the auctions...



All Photos by: Powers Photography

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