Dearest doesn't look too pleased that he was working and I was taking pictures. :) About half way through we realized that we had no idea how many we made and how many we had left. In the end, we reached the 250 we needed.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Love is Sweet
... so here's a treat! Dearest and I decided pretty early on that we were going to have some sort of edible favor for the wedding. We chose salt water taffy because the area we live in is known for it. We got a great deal on the taffy, all 25 pounds of it, and this past weekend my family came down to help put them together. Teamwork definitely helped!
Dearest doesn't look too pleased that he was working and I was taking pictures. :) About half way through we realized that we had no idea how many we made and how many we had left. In the end, we reached the 250 we needed.
Dearest doesn't look too pleased that he was working and I was taking pictures. :) About half way through we realized that we had no idea how many we made and how many we had left. In the end, we reached the 250 we needed.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Some Details
Instead of having the classic numbered tables, we decided to name our tables after some of our favorite movies as a tribute to how we met at the movies. It took a while, but they're all finished!
Our flower girl dress arrived today! I can't wait for her to try it on. Don't you love the polka dots?
Our flower girl dress arrived today! I can't wait for her to try it on. Don't you love the polka dots?
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Because you can't go naked...
We finally got all the guys fitted for their tuxes. We actually had 3 out of the 4 (the 4th is across the country) with us! Although it made me a little worried that we waited until 3 weeks before the wedding to get their measurements in, Dearest wanted to be in tip-top shape. I can't wait to see him; he'll be so spiffy in his tux. :)
We also had our last game night for a while. :( It's gonna be strange to go more than a couple weeks without having one.
We also had our last game night for a while. :( It's gonna be strange to go more than a couple weeks without having one.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
And they're off!
On Tuesday, I sent my beloved invitations out into the world. And based on the RSVPs I've been receiving, they made it in one piece! I heard a horror story from a fellow bride that her envelope seals didn't hold and her invitations were arriving open and even missing some pieces. Yikes! Getting the mail has never been so exciting.
In other news, I had my first gown fitting with my super talented Aunt. It was really exciting to see the dress on me- and with the right length. The best news- it fits! I can still lose a bit more weight with it still fitting, so that's my new goal. No pictures to post- I want it to be a surprise. :)
My mom made these "kissing balls" for the ceremony chairs. How cute are they!?
In other news, I had my first gown fitting with my super talented Aunt. It was really exciting to see the dress on me- and with the right length. The best news- it fits! I can still lose a bit more weight with it still fitting, so that's my new goal. No pictures to post- I want it to be a surprise. :)
My mom made these "kissing balls" for the ceremony chairs. How cute are they!?
Monday, March 29, 2010
It's Official... I'm a Bridezilla.
I went to the Post Office today to buy stamps for the invitations. Each one costs 81 cents to send, but they don't have 81 cent stamps. The poor lady must've thought I was crazy, asking to see a bunch of different designs and styles. I finally decided on using two 44 cent stamps with the King & Queen of Hearts design because they fit together to look like one stamp. And yes, it's wasted postage. My thoughts: after all the time and effort put into those invites, I don't want them plastered with strange stamps. I want them to still look pretty even after going through the rough road of the USPS to your hands. My bridezilla moment for the day. :)
Anyway, invites are going out next week!
Anyway, invites are going out next week!
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Pie in a Jar
Ever have a craving for a slice of yummy homemade pie, but don't want to take the time to make one? Introducing the Pie in a Jar: homemade pie in individual jars that you can freeze and when you've got the craving, bake up in no time- still in their jars! Plus you can throw a lid back on them and take them on the go to work or on a picnic. :)
All you need is regular pie crust (I always use homemade), regular pie filling recipe (could be apples, cherries, or boysenberries as Dearest loves), and 1/2 pint wide mouth mason jars. Use the pie crust to line the inside of the mason jars- no need to roll it out, just push little pieces onto the sides and bottom, making sure there are no holes or cracks. Be sure to leave enough to make top crusts for them.
Fill the jars with filling, about 1/2 cup is needed for each one. (I made apple.)
Make tops for the pies- I did lattice tops and regular tops. If making regular tops, make sure there are vents for the steam to escape when baking later.
You can brush the tops with a bit of butter and sprinkle sugar on as well.
Cover them and freeze until you're ready to enjoy!
If you're worried about the jars busting open (they won't- they're canning jars made for high heat), put the pies in the oven before preheating. To cook: bake at 375 degrees F for 35-45 mins if fresh, 50-60 if frozen.
All you need is regular pie crust (I always use homemade), regular pie filling recipe (could be apples, cherries, or boysenberries as Dearest loves), and 1/2 pint wide mouth mason jars. Use the pie crust to line the inside of the mason jars- no need to roll it out, just push little pieces onto the sides and bottom, making sure there are no holes or cracks. Be sure to leave enough to make top crusts for them.
Fill the jars with filling, about 1/2 cup is needed for each one. (I made apple.)
Make tops for the pies- I did lattice tops and regular tops. If making regular tops, make sure there are vents for the steam to escape when baking later.
You can brush the tops with a bit of butter and sprinkle sugar on as well.
Cover them and freeze until you're ready to enjoy!
If you're worried about the jars busting open (they won't- they're canning jars made for high heat), put the pies in the oven before preheating. To cook: bake at 375 degrees F for 35-45 mins if fresh, 50-60 if frozen.
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