If you were to say, "Girls Night!" I can almost promise you that the first people you'd think of would not be the women in my family. I don't mean that in a bad way. But you can count the combined number of mani/pedis for this group on about 2 fingers. We aren't pampered people.
So of course I thought pampering would be the perfect way to bond and hang out as girls in the midst of wedding preparations.
Italian sodas.
Engagement ring donuts (thanks for the help Silhouette).
Foot soaks and nail polish.
Movies and facials. I blocked out a certain someone because although I think she is the most beautiful human ever, I would hate for her to be displeased. :)
It was a chill night and fun to hang while the guys had fun at the movies.
I recently posted a crafting update about some projects I was working on for a bridal shower for my little sister.
Well the time has come and let me tell you,
"I love it when a plan comes together!"
Pretty much this was me as I was setting up/ admiring my handiwork.
Okay, enough A-Team. Time to get bridal shower cutesy!
Here is an quick summary of the event.
But since so much time and effort went into this event, I wanted to highlight some of my favorite photos as well.
Inside we had the dinning table with so. many. snacks! I know it looks full in this picture but the food kept multiplying. Mom went nuts at Costco and Winco, but don't think for one second I am complaning! Haha.
And a close up of the display for the favors.
The beautiful backyard, all set up and ready for guests.
It was amazing to have such a beautiful and large area for so many guest to be able to sit and visit comfortably.
Outdoors we had more food. My mom makes this delicious "California chicken salad" that we had with croissants.
You can also see the "Paradise Falls" jar of money from the movie, and travel posters with the same theme.
The party was so fun. We had a great turn out and it was fun to just visit and chat.
We played a couple games to keep things interesting and of course opened presents.
Lots and lots of presents.
Did I mention lots?! My grandma loves to put gift bows in your hair as you open gifts. Ashlynn of course dutifully recording gifts.
I had to include this adorable picture of my aunt and her grandson.
We all worked so hard to pull it off, we had to chill afterwards.
Including Synge, who loves the new patio chair cushions.
Next stop for the family is .... WEDDING DAY (in 14 days)!
When I have a vision, it is going to happen. And never before have I had such a complete plan and vision than for my little sister's bridal shower! That may sound so dramatic but it is a very exciting time you see.
My best friend Brigette did an absolutely amazing job with my bridal shower years ago. She is also a woman with a plan and vision, most particularly when it comes to the planning and execution of parties. I drew from her strength and ambition on this one.
I thought an "Up" (Disney Pixar movie) would be a great inspiration for the party. It's all about love, traveling, and adventure (yes we are overlooking the tragic first five minutes of the movie).
Balloons, bright colors, and maps were quickly in order. Here's my crafting progress so far.
I've been crocheting these cute little balloons. I like all the color they bring in. I think I will put them in a vase with some candies for a table decoration.
I continue to be obsessed with my Silhouette machine, the main reason I wanted to write this post. I'm getting the hang of it but I know there is still so much more I am missing. Here is the process of cutting and assembling different labels for all the toppings for the yogurt bar.
As nerdy as this sounds, it is pretty fun to watch the machine do it's work. Here is a little video.
Recently I added a "pix scan" mat to my Silhouette supplies. I used it for the project above as well as this one. I found this Up! house printable on this blog. It's super cool and I am grateful for talented people who make stuff for free. You inspire me! Since the printable is very detailed, I thought I would let me pix scan do the work. Here is that process.
It wasn't exact, but I also didn't calibrate it and it was still good enough for me. I am working on the assembly. I think it would be fun to have some balloons coming out of the top and use it for another decoration.
This next project I'm super proud of. Using a template I re-sized and engineered this insert to hold a cupcake as a favor for our party guests.
The cupcakes were drama in and of themselves. But I will spare you and just share some pictures of the finished products. They turned out maybe too adorable.
Oh and also, when Ross is enlisted in a project, he takes it very seriously.
I've been going a little overboard with the decorations and staying up past 1am almost every night this week. It's hard to be so creative and have so many good ideas. :) But everything is coming together very nicely. I am excited for it all to come together.
