Flowers are one, if not two things 1) expensive and/or 2) a DIY challenge…at least in my humble opinion.  And honestly, there aren’t a whole lot of bright floral colors happening in the Pacific NW in January anyhow. This is why we have opted for flower minimalism, especially when decorating our 18 or so tables!  My inspiration is this:

{Photo via Wedding Bee Boards}

I plan …

Because we have a lot of family and friends who will be travelling from out of state, we wanted to make sure there was ample notice given in order to secure travel arrangements.  We decided on Save the Date magnets as a fun alternative to a card.

When out with the very lovely Sara Gray, of Sara Gray Photography, for our engagement photo …

Although not a wedding process ‘must-have’, Curt’s sister Melissa (one of six siblings) and her husband Jared were ever so gracious and threw us the best engagement party!  Because we were engaged in early November, we decided to celebrate in January to avoid holiday weekend conflicts.  Besides providing an available date and a guest list, my future in-laws did all …

So, you’re engaged. Now here’s the next question you’ll be asked - “When is the big day?” Although I would have enjoyed floating in my newly engaged bubble of euphoria for a few months, we needed to set a date.  Setting a date translates as locating your venue, which for me turned into quite the project.

I started out with a time …

Welcome! I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share the trials and excitement of my planning process with you all, and hope to gain any helpful insight of my own. Whether you may be on your matrimonial journey or simply a lover of all things Wedding, thank you for joining me EAD readers!

{Sara Gray}

Kimberly and Curt sitting in a tree…

Curt and I are born and …