Jenn

Just got back from AC Moore and they had a few hibiscus (and many flower) charms in the jewelry making aisle. Have you looked there? I didn't see any with the hole in the center though...

Great thread Julie! Thanks!

Pewter Flowers Charms and Pendants - Fire Mountain Gems and Beads Charms A Plenty, Brass, Silver, Metal, Enamel

Quote: Originally Posted by robindepaula you can do it, Jenn! Heck - I'm going to check out that site & I'll do this with you, if you care to have a "buddy". Robin - Did you join? Quote: Originally Posted by chprfan I just joined myself....hopefully it will kick start my diet and exercising motivation!! Awesome! I joined the destination wedding 'team'. I have the same screenname if you want to find me.

Quote: Originally Posted by carlymcmullen Duh! I should've said that. Yes a flower, preferably a hibiscus or something that looks very similar... I'm sure someone will beat me to it, but I'll look for you I'm also heading over to AC Moore, so if I see something I'll let you know!

You're looking for a flower, right?

Okay - first post to this thread I went to the gym the last 3 days for an hour and a half, which is great start for me! I did cardio for 45 minutes and strength training, which I hate, BTW. FI is a gym rat, so he's great motivation.

I love Trish Mcevoy! Also Laura Mercier. They are both a little more expensive, but totally love their stuff. Lancome has great eyeshadow quads (4 shades that coordinate in one package). They'll show you how to apply yourself to get a great look. Any department store counter should do a free application and teach you how to use their products. If you can go on a weekday, they are less busy and will have more time to spend with you. Weekends you may want to make an appointment. I totally second the "I need to wear it for a little while." Unless I've used a foundation/shadow/blush before, I usually walk around the mall for a bit and decide if I like the look. If you start by going to the makeup counter, then you can shop, decide if you like, and go back to buy before going home. Most makeup counters work on commission, so try to buy from whoever helped you.

Beautiful! I love the flowy gowns!

Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride so, you are going to make me one?? how nice!! lol, if you do try it let me know how it is.... if you did do it for me, I would totally pay you.... wonder if I could do it. I'm off tomorrow, so I think I'll head down to the crafts store and see what I can find. I think I may actually try to make my own bridal jewelry! I used to make sterling jewelry, so if I can get the supplies, I'll let you know. I haven't totally decided what I want to wear, so maybe I'll try to make a lariat and see how it goes

Maybe Costa Rica or Jamaica? I've heard Costa Rica has great surfing. Sunset at the Palms in Negril, JA might be able to accomodate that size party, and while its AI, its a smaller AI. Negril actually has quite a few boutiquey places. I will keep thinking about this.

Quote: Originally Posted by mkdela Yeah, I would go to a travel agent - they would at least be knowledgable (and hopefully neutral) about all the various locations and could give you insight about comparing transportation costs, accommodations, etc. I'm not a TA, but I'd be worried about the neutral part. I know that TA's get different commisions from different locations. When we were booking our honeymoon, our TA kept suggesting Couples. Turns out she would've gotten more money from them than some of the other places we were looking at. That being said, I'm sure some TA's are honestly looking to make you happy and give the best advice. I second the "tell US what you want" part

You look gorgeous Jill! I love the dress and she did a beautiful job with the bustle! Congrats!

Just checked - *Swarovski Flat Back Crystals / Swarovski Hot fix Crystals carries the clear crystal beads, and Ebay has the coin pearls. Argh... I think I'm going to try to DIY my wedding jewelry!

I'm going to kick myself for saying this (because I think I'll try to do it)... you could DIY these necklaces pretty easily. They sell all the jump rings and stuff at crafts stores. If you bought some nice crystal beads or coin pearl beads (I think that's what the flat ones are called) you could probably DIY a sterling silver necklace without too much cost or effort. Needle nose plyers are about the only thing you'd need.

Quote: Originally Posted by Julesr They look so small though, I am worried about them not fitting enough sand. We have a pretty huge vase. lol Hmmm... I wonder if you could use paper cones, like the petal cones? Might work if you snipped the bottom and then folded it to hold the sand in. Then you could put both cones in the vase at once? Just brainstorming.

Heidi - You are in all of our thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do, just ask.

Quote: Originally Posted by Julesr I bought a vase with a lid (stopper) at a thirft store and am going to add some of our ribbon to it. My question is, what do I use to pour the sand into the vase that I am keeping? I don't want to buy more glass containers and try to bring them all with me without breaking, its going to be hard enough to worry about one. Help please! I love the idea of the nautilus shells, but I can't seem to find them cheap. Anyone else had any luck? I also would worry about them breaking...

Quote: Originally Posted by saraece I know this has been said but I am betting it won't be said enough to convince you or any other girl that size 4 is not normal, and that anyone else is over weight. You are absolutely gorgeous!! I don't care if you think the air brushing helped or camera angles were at its best, you are beautiful. Don't you ever think that you are big or "over weight" Your FI is going to love the pictures and no matter how he looks you love him so much right. He loves you, why would you or any of us try to lose a few pounds or skip dressing on our salad to save a few calories? Sorry for the rant but I love the femal body and I love how it changes as we get older and I wonder why we as women can't accept that we are going to sag a bit? Remember we also get more curves and now we know how to use them! Here is to all the women with all our non size 4 bodies, that have men who love every inch of our skin. Why can't we? Beautifully said Sara

Quote: Originally Posted by Raeka Good job Jenn, keep up the good work! Thanks M! I can't believe how close your wedding is! Quote: Originally Posted by robindepaula you can do it, Jenn! Heck - I'm going to check out that site & I'll do this with you, if you care to have a "buddy". Absolutely Robin! I'm still trying to find my way around it - the message boards are a little confusing honestly, but I really like food/workout journals, and they have tons of yummy recipes. They have these "teams" that you can join for motivation. We should could start a BDW one!

Finally managed to take a decent pic of my ring! FI knew I wanted an ascher with sapphires, but he designed it and I love it!

Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride I love Sparks!! I have been on there for a year and a half.... I need to go back to it, it really helped me to see what I was eating and how much exercise I atill needed to put in... Did it work for you Shelley? It really has a great calorie counter, IMO. They have a ton of food options, which works for me, because I doubt I'll use their meal plans.

Absolutely beautiful!!! You look terrific and I cannot believe you would ever suggest you are overweight! Your FH is going to flip! I definitely think I am going to give your photographer a call. Let us know when you nail down the final price for the pics

Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride here are some DIY ways for this: DIY Petal Cones Petal cones Petal Cones Thanks Shelley!

Ok - this post inspired my dinner... we just got back from glorious, yummy sushi!