Thomasjsgirl

Her designs are perfect for a DW!

They're very pretty! Hopefully they're the right size (hard to tell without them being held).

I agree with your husband. It sounds like you've pretty much made up your mind not to go back to her personally, but why should you be out the $$ by having to go to someone new and pay to have the mess she made fixed? If you can get there on your lunch hour, why not make an appointment with someone else from her shop (provided the owner is OK with another manicurist repairing the damage)? Whatever you decide, you should let her and her boss know what happened.

It's great to see our girls branch out like this! Are you going to post pics of you wearing the bracelet?

Hey Cindy -- just wondering if things worked out for you and your guests? Is everybody who should be going booked?

We left ours blank on the assumption that our guests would be more inclined to use them again if they weren't personalised. I guess it really depends on your crowd. I do like the idea of adding a very generic picture/logo with something beachy like starfish, shells, a sunset etc. I would re-use something like that, but not one with bride and groom names and a date on it.

I bet us Canadian gals have a few Canada Post stories too! Trust me, it's not just the USPS! I think this problem is universal!

Definitely read through the threads, but also, they respond better to email (cheaper!). I used them and they were great, so don't worry about their reliability.

Number #1 all the way. First, it just hugs your body in all the right places, and second, the tapered cut of the bodice is unusual and really makes a statement. In fact, if it were me, I wouldn't bother with a sash at all. It's perfect the way it is.

Looks like you have everything covered! Congrats and best wishes for a happy, fun and memorable wedding!

Wow, you look fabulous! Your FI is going to fall off his chair!

I'm glad that you guys were finally able to reach a compromise, even though you're still unhappy about the whole thing and it's left you feeling wary about your inlaws. Hopefully their behaviour is isolated in this case and isn't a warning of how they will try to control you and your FI after you're married! I do have a sneaking suspicion though that they're feeling a little lost about the whole DW plan as it's probably very foreign to them and like a lot of the older generation, they're worried about what "people will say". Since it's going to happen now, you may as well enjoy yourself -- if you can't beat 'em, join 'em! Just make sure they don't talk you guys into making the event more elaborate (read "expensive") than you're already agreed to. Good luck, and let us know how it turns out!

Very nice!

We didn't customize them -- everyone got the same stuff. Other than for children, or may-be your wedding party, I don't really see the need to do anything different.

What a cute idea and you did such a great job! Ya gotta love Martha

Ohh, how bittersweet! Congratulations on your wedding, and I'm so sorry to hear that you were robbed. Was anyone else at the resort hit?

Beautiful dress!

You're right! He does deserve more +++++++!!! Your pictures are beautiful

Good luck with the dress shopping! You have so many options, so don't stress about it! If you can't find a dress in a store, you will undoubtedly find one online, or even a resale from a BDW bride!

IMO, Island Princess Designs is perfect because it's a very generic name. In case you decide to expand your business and start selling other DIY creations as well, you won't be limited to a name that implies placecards only. Good luck on your new venture!

Not at all!! Your job was to find the best resort at the best price. If any guest chooses to deviate from your plans, that's their choice. Let your aunt knock herself out trying find a better price than a group rate, lol!! You'll find that some people will try to book last minute, hoping to get a better price through a discount travel site. That's essentially the same concept -- it's their choice to do so and it's not your responsibility to find them a "better price". Don't worry about people not enjoying themselves if they bring their children. If you chose a kid-friendly resort then they will all be just fine. Plus, people with children have the choice to leave them home with a relative or sitter, or bring with, in which case they know what they're in for. The important point being you shouldn't feel responsible for ensuring people with children have a good time! Good luck!

The only way to make sure your guest list remains in the range you're comfortable with, is to simply not invite everyone ... but ... having said that, from my own experience we invited all of our family and friends knowing full well that not everyone would come. We lucked out as only 42 showed up (out of a possible 250). It was a risk, but definitely ensured there were no ruffled feathers!

Just gorgeous Jannae!!

Great thread Amy! Congratulations!

Love it! It's going to look great on you!