Real Weddings: 2019 in Review
I am behind the eight-ball this year in getting this post out, but I hope you will find the wait worth it. This is my annual post to discuss real wedding data from the previous year’s weddings. This is obviously […]
Top 12 Blog Posts of 2019
I do love the end of the year, as it allows me the perfect opportunity to look back and look for trends in my work. Looking at the most popular blog posts from 2019 was fun and somewhat surprising. I […]
Bellwether Events Wedding Planning Services
In addition to Event Management, we offer two other sets of services to engaged couples. You can book 1, 2, or all 3 services, depending on the level of help you want or need from your wedding planner. EVENT PLANNING […]
Tablescapes: 2018 Real Weddings
Unbelievably, we are about 35 days away from 2020 and I still have this 2018 real wedding wrap up post to publish! Gah! I had some beautiful wedding table designs in 2018, that I am quite proud of and happy […]
Amazing Wedding Items from the Etsy Design Awards
Updated: OMG don’t miss the 2020 Etsy Design Award Finalists! The Etsy Design Awards are Etsy’s first-ever global award program. Honoring the work of creatives from around the world, #TheEtsies will highlight the best of Etsy and celebrate the talented people behind the winning […]
What do I need to know about Wedding Room Blocks?
You should book your wedding room blocks soon after you contract your wedding venue. Some areas have very limited options (I’m looking at you, Loudoun County, please build some more hotels – preferably ones that are taller than 4 stories!) […]
Paperless Post is the Best!
I use Paperless Post all the time. I love to send birthday cards (I use my Facebook list as a cheat sheet!) and congrats-on-your-new-job cards, and thank you cards and OF COURSE I use it to invite friends and family […]
How much does a Balloon Arch cost?
I recently created this colorful balloon arch for the Cuddle Up Pavilion at Glen Echo Park for their Rentals Showcase. I love the retro vibe at this wedding venue so much, I wish I worked here more often. I really […]
Real Weddings: 2018 Statistical Review
Welcome to my post about 2018 real wedding anec-data! Here is where I give you some statistics about my 12 real weddings from 2018. This is not a big survey. It is not statistically significant. But it is real information […]
Best Barns for Weddings in Northern Virginia – Updated 2020
I recently spent 8 hours checking out barns all over Loudoun County for my new clients. We were looking for a barn with character, good bathrooms, and decent access to lodging. We looked at 6 together, and the bride had […]
