Ed Note: I’m so excited to welcome Andrea to EAD as a new bride blogger!  I can’t wait to read about her fabulous do it yourself wedding ideas and I know you’ll feel the same way!

Hi to all of the EAD readers. I am so excited to become part of the EAD family as a contributor! I have been lurking around EAD for a few months now, getting ideas for my July, 2010 wedding. I know July seems like a long time away, but I have a TON of ideas I want to incorporate into this day!

My fiancé and I live in Orange County, California. We met 4 years ago on Match.com. The idea of meeting my future husband on-line is something I never thought would happen. Who knew that 4 years later we would be getting married! Now we are trying to put together a fun and small beach wedding on a budget. Living in California this task can be daunting, but we are determined to make it happen!

I love all things colorful and pretty. I am obsessed with wedding blogs, photography, bright colors, the beach, all things paper, lighting, and anything that is DIY!

I am so excited to share my wedding DIY journey with you, and exchange ideas through EAD!