Worthwhile Wedding Links

With the enormous amount of websites and blogs dedicated to wedding planning it can be difficult and time consuming to know what's worth bookmarking and what to pass on. In order to make things a little simpler, we're going to start doing some of the sifting for you and provide you with the best of the best wedding website links. Check back every Friday to find links to the most helpful, up-to-date and easy to navigate wedding websites. 

Happy Planning!!!

VOW: A Pleasant Tour of Port Gamble

Check out this sweet video tour of Port Gamble done by Mike's Roadtrip. Even though it's a few years old, it still embodies the essence of Port Gamble. But if you haven't visited recently, we've got some great new businesses and events that are definitely worth making the trip for. 

Check out some of Mike's other videos, MikesRoadTrip

Happy Planning!!

Inspired By: Vintage

(photo from: lemon)

Sometimes old can be new

(photo from green wedding shoes)

DIY: Cocktail Hour

Sometimes pictures after the wedding can take an hour. Offering your guests a cocktail hour helps pass the time. Check out Wendy's Photography Page for ideas on how to keep your cocktail hour fun without breaking the bank. 

Lovely Monday Notes

"To keep your marriage brimming,
With love in the loving cup,
Whenever you're wrong admit it;
Whenever you're right shut up."
Ogden Nash

                                                                         (photo by: fancyfin)

VOW: How to conduct a wedding rehearsal

Sometimes weddings can be stressful. But even more stressful than a wedding is the rehearsal where people are meeting for the first time. Check out our VOW for a quick how to that will help you out!

Inspired By: Sola Flowers

Sola Flowers can be a less expensive way to have the bouquet you want. Check out www.etsy.com for these bouquets.

DIY: Ombre Invites

Ombre is such a hot trend in 2013. This invitation takes that color trend to a new level.

Check out  diy bride for more DIY tips for your wedding!

Lovely Monday Notes

"You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.”
― Dr. Seuss

(photo by: fancyfinphotography.com)

Inspired By: Chalkboards

To find other inspirations click here. 

DIY: Lace Wedding Shoes

 Lace is a big trend in weddings this year. Try this project for create your own lace trend. Happy Planning!

Lovely Monday Notes

"A long marriage is two people trying to dance a duet and two solos at the same time."-Anne Taylor Flemming

(photo by: jenny jimenez)

Inspired By:Rich Berry Tones

(pink peonies via Ruffled | Chloe Rose Boutique | stack of berry pancakes via Call Me Cupcake | lace and velvet dress photo by Ciara Richardson Photography via Bridal Musings | chalkboard photo booth photo by Love Is A Big Deal via Made From Scratch discovered via Beloved Weddings)

DIY: Mr. & Mrs. Block

Buying wedding decor can be expensive. To cut down on cost and make something uniquely yours, try this project found on modge podge!

Lovely Monday Notes

"Happy marriages begin when we marry the ones we love, and they blossom when we love the ones we marry."-Tom Mullen

(fancyfinphotography)

VOW: Valentine's day

If your groom is as creative as the groom in our Video of the Week then you are one lucky lady! 

(photo from: make1click.com) 

Inspired by: Love

(picture from calling cupid)

We give on this day candy and flowers,
But we never stop to say thank you for the many hours.
You have stood by my side and gave a smile,
As if to tell our hearts it's been worth every mile.
No need to buy a teddy bear or even a card,
It's pretty simple and not at all hard.
Just put your arms around me and hold me tight,
And say without words that in your heart all is right.
You may say I Love You throughout the year,
But on this day you need to make sure.
The words so sweet and straight from your heart,
That your life would be lonely without my part.
So put forth the effort and take the time,
Look me in the eye and say I'm glad you're mine.
(by: Angelwatchin)

Sometimes in the wedding planning process 

you forget what the point of getting married is: love. 

Try and remember that even though you may 

be overwhelmed you are doing it so 

that you may spend the rest of your life with 

your best friend! 

DIY: Valentine's Day Wedding

Thumbprint guestbooks are trending this year! We just love this idea from green wedding shoes. 

Check out green wedding shoes for other DIY valentine's day wedding ideas! 

Lovely Monday Notes

"Love: a temporary insanity curable by marriage." 

-Ambrose Bierce

(photo taken from: wedshare)

VOW: Wedding Music Video

Sometimes videography of a wedding can be outdated. Check out this Video for a more modern take on your wedding video. 

 

Inspired By: Destination Weddings

Sometimes the cold, rainy days of Washington can inspire you to have a destination wedding. At Port Gamble we understand. Here are a few tips from beachbum.com just in case you choose a destination for your wedding!

DIY: Arbors and Altars

Create one of a kind arbors and altars for your DIY wedding from diynetwork.com. 

Lovely Monday Notes

"Happy is the man who finds a true friend, and far happier is he who finds that true friend in his wife. "

-Franz Schubert

(click here for the photo) 

Inspired by: Gray and Yellow

Gray and yellow have become very popular the last few months. Today we are inspired by the way this pallet  compliments itself! What do you think? 

(click here for more photos from wedding wire)

DIY: Garter

 For a DIY  hidden project check out how to make this simple, yet elegant bridal garter taken from bridalguide.com. 

Lovely Monday Notes

A wedding is a sacrament… a joyous celebration of love and commitment. 

(photo by: Jenny GG)

Inspired by: 2013 Trends

 









One trend for 2013 is the color mint. 

Check out other hot trends for your 2013 dream wedding! (taken from wedding blog spot)

DIY: Food

For rustic wedding ideas, try these snacks to tide your guests over!  

Lovely Monday Notes

(photo by Paul Dudley)

"We dance for laughter, we dance for tears, we dance for madness, we dance for fears, we dance for hopes, we dance for screams, we are the dancers, we create the dreams." 

-Angela Monet

Inspired By: Sunflowers

    

 The last few days have been just beautiful weather here in Washington! A fun and interesting fact: There are more than sixty different kinds of sunflowers in the U.S. Plenty of variety to choose from and brighten your wedding day.  Happy Planning!

DIY: A Couture Veil

Every Bride wants to have the latest fashion. For tips on how to make your couture veil visit: Make Your Own Veil

Lovely Monday Notes

"A successful marriage requires you to fall in love many times, but always with the same person."

-Unknown

Video Of the Week: Musical Choice

(photo from simply elegant bridal)

Sometimes choosing the right music is a hard task, check out our video of the week for an old country vibe to throw into your January wedding. Happy Planning!

Inspired by: Balloons

January 9, 1793 the first balloon flight took place in the United States. 

     (photo by: Brinton Studios)

   

                                                  (photo by: love life images)

Try adding balloons to your wedding for a little pop of color!

Happy Planning!!!

Do It Yourself: Necklace

Create a necklace that fits YOUR style on YOUR day.

(for instructions, please visit: Style Me Pretty)

Lovely Monday Notes

 "A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person."

Mignon McLaughlin

Video of the Week: Entrance

A traditional wedding isn't always the way to go. Check out our video of the week for a fun idea for your wedding.