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{ The Portland Wedding Coordinator DIYs } No-Sew, Sequined Coffee Cozy

Posted on 30 May, 20139 February, 2018 by Emee Pumarega

(Note from Emee: Pssst! Today's blog post was written and photographed by my awesome new collaborator and assistant, Katherine O'Brien. You'll be seeing lots more from Ms. K in the coming weeks, thanks Katherine!!)

What could be better than a cost effective, customized, and creative gift? These coffee cozies are perfect for a bridesmaid gift, thank you, or even as a favor at a bridal shower. You can also feel good about doing your part for the earth by not using the disposable cardboard version any longer. Plus who doesn't love a little sparkle in their day? Read on for the full tutorial.

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Wedding Wonderland Sneak Peek — Crafty Wonderland {Upcoming Wedding Planning Events in Portland}

Posted on 6 May, 201312 April, 2018 by Emee Pumarega

Image via http://craftywonderland.com/2013/05/wedding-wonderland-sneak-peek/#

We just got a reminder about a really fun-sounding event this coming week! On Saturday, May 11, Crafty Wonderland is happening again at the Oregon Convention Center. And this time, there will be a special "Wedding Wonderland" area featuring handmade and vintage items from local Portland retailers, all carefully curated by the clever folks behind Crafty Wonderland. Definitely check it out!

"We are super excited to have a special Wedding Wonderland section in our Super Colossal Spring Sale this year! What is Wedding Wonderland, you ask?! Vendors with items we thought might be of interest to folks planning a wedding have been conveniently placed together in several rows! All of our vendors have amazing goods to show you, so please be sure to visit all of the booths whether you’re planning a wedding or not!"

via craftywonderland.com

{The Daily Reblog} Fun Wedding Reception Ideas via Bridal Guide Magazine

Posted on 4 May, 201321 January, 2021 by Emee Pumarega

Canoeing during cocktail hour at Bridal Veil Lakes. Photo by Don Frank.

Today’s reblog comes from Bridal Guide Magazine. I happened across this blog post as I was working with a couple who, when asked about any themes that appealed to them for planning their Portland wedding, simply said they wanted a fun reception!

We talked about lawn games, photobooths, and the usual suspects, but I found this article from Bridal Guide to be helpful in reminding us to dig deeper into our own experiences and favorite things to find those activities that guests are going to make the reception really fun and not stuffy or overly formal.

More ideas: wedding Mad Libs, flip books, crafting tables, board games at cocktail hour, and just generally setting up the layout of the space to include comfort both guests who want to dance and imbibe and also those who want to have cozy conversations. Also important: working out a timeline of events that minimizes guests waiting for the wedding couple to arrive; and also keeps the flow of events fun and moving along.

Here’s the link and hope you enjoy!

Fun Wedding Reception Ideas – Best Wedding Reception Tips | Wedding Planning, Ideas & Etiquette | Bridal Guide Magazine.

{The Daily Reblog} Do I Mention Gifts/My Registry in My Invitation? – via Alesia Zorn

Posted on 27 March, 201312 April, 2018 by Emee Pumarega

Today's reblog comes from invitation and calligraphy maven Alesia
Zorn. She answers the question, "Do I mention gifts or registry in my
invitation?" Head over to her blog and read the full post.

via alesiazorn.typepad.com

Mad about Macarons

Posted on 21 March, 201312 April, 2018 by Emee Pumarega

Book cover photo courtesy Les Petits Macarons website.

Macaron Day 2013 just passed, and it just reminded me how much I love these little cookies and how fun they are to offer at weddings. Whether they are used in a wedding cake, as wedding favors, or in guest welcome bags, macarons are a delightful little addition to a Portland wedding weekend. BONUS: Many versions of macarons are almond-based, and are often flourless or gluten-free. Check with your baker.

Wedding favor photo courtesy EllyB Events on Instagram

Macaron tower wedding cake photo courtesy Macarons by Mimi

Ladurée Storefront on Madison Avenue, NYC, photo courtesy Allan Zepeda

Paper-source-macaron-stationery Macaron stationery / Wedding thank you notes photo courtesy Paper Source

A few Portland, Oregon locations where you can find French macarons for your wedding:

– Nuvrei Bakery

– Papa Haydn

– Elephants Delicatessen

– Pix Patisserie

Are you using macarons in any way for your upcoming wedding? Please comment or share a photo with us! info@ejpevents.com

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Favorite wedding gown picks for 2013

Posted on 19 February, 201312 April, 2018 by Emee Pumarega

Designer: Badgley Mischka

I've really been loving the instantaneous, up-to-the-minute info about my favorite topics that I can get through Instagram. I combed through over 5,000 Instagram photos tagged "#bridalmarket" that covered the recent New York City Bridal Market fashion shows, so you wouldn't have to. Here are my favorite wedding gown designs and trends for the upcoming season, linked to the user who took them.

Designer: Claire Pettibone . Soft drapey ribbons, gorgeous!

Designer: Jenny Packham (I'm seeing a little Downton Abbey here, yes?)

Designer: Ines di Santo. Definitely not a boring ballgown.

Designer: Elizabeth Fillmore. Everyone was talking about the Art Deco-esque butterfly.

Designer: Elizabeth Fillmore

Designer: Claire Pettibone. Both this style and the last showed off the drapey, flowing embellishment trend.

Designer: Elizabeth Fillmore (Sorry, couldn't find the Instagrammer! If this is yours, please email me and I'll add your credit.)

What do you think? You love? Or is there a gown you are just dying over and want to share? Leave us links and info in the comments.

Want to look at all the #bridalmarket goodness? Hit this link on Statigram (a web viewer for Instagram photos). And here's my Statigram feed: http://statigr.am/ejpevents

Category: Tips, Tricks, Ideas

{ The Portland Wedding Coordinator DIYs } No-Sew, Sequined Coffee Cozy

Wedding Wonderland Sneak Peek — Crafty Wonderland {Upcoming Wedding Planning Events in Portland}

{The Daily Reblog} Fun Wedding Reception Ideas via Bridal Guide Magazine

{The Daily Reblog} Do I Mention Gifts/My Registry in My Invitation? – via Alesia Zorn

Mad about Macarons

Favorite wedding gown picks for 2013

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