#SignatureSaturdays :: Champagne Punch

Ingredients

• 1 cup Triple Sec
• 1 cup blackberry brandy
• 1/2 cup Chambord
• 2 cups pineapple juice
• 4 cups ginger ale
• 2 750ml bottles Pink Champagne
• Raspberries for garnish

Instructions

• Combine the Triple Sec, blackberry brandy, Chambord, and pineapple juice in a large pitcher or punch bowl. Cover and store in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
• Just before serving, add the Triple Sec mixture, ginger ale, and the champagne together in a large punch bowl. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh raspberries if desired.

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See more cocktail recipes and other fun posts at Sugar and Soul!

2018 in Review

It really is true that the older you get, the faster the years roll by. I have a hard time believing that 2018 is already just about over! This year zipped by so fast, but I had an amazing time on the ride! So many new things were in the works this year....which after 11 years of doing events is why I love this business! Always changing, always on your toes, always something new! I was blessed to meet some absolutely amazing people this year, from brides to vendors and venue owners. Looking forward to more in 2019!

Weddings

Photo by David Loi Studios

at The Springs (Aubrey)

Gown from a&bé bridal shop

Floral Deliveries

Birthdays, Back to School, School Dances, Dance Recitals,

Memorials, Weddings, Valentine's, Mother's Day,

and Just Because....

Styled Shoots

Photo by Courtney Lynn Photography

at The Venue at McKinney Town Center

Bridesmaids Gown from Providence Place Bridal

Brides Gown from Terry Costa

Workshops

DIY Bride Workshops & Floral/Craft Workshops

Bridal Shows

Photo by Lucero Cervantes Photography

Gown from Providence Place Bridal

Pop Up Shops

Mother's Day Floral Pop Up at Le Gourmet Baking

Open Houses

Photo by Whitney Bowman Photography

at Sparrow Creek Ranch

#SignatureSaturdays :: Christmas Sangria

Ingredients

• 2 bottles Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay
• 3/4 cup sparkling apple cider
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cranberries, halved
• 3/4 cup cranberries, whole
• 1 Granny Smith apple, chopped
• 3 rosemary sprigs
• Garnish: rosemary sprigs

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher.
2. Stir together with a large wooden spoon to help the sugar dissolve.
3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
4. Serve chilled with a garnish of rosemary sprigs. Make sure to get some of the fruit in every glass!

Cocktail from cakenknife.com.

Celeb Wedding :: Nick Jonas & Priyanka Chopra

Another celebrity wedding this month that left us breathless was Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra! They had a Hindu ceremony, followed by a Christian ceremony the next day. Both were beautiful and extravagant! Check out more of their photos and romantic details at People.com!

#TuesdayTips :: Budget Breakdown

If you're just starting on the journey of planning your wedding, the budget is really the first thing that you should establish! Nothing should be purchased or booked until you know what you should spend on each area and what you can afford. Follow these tips when establishing your wedding or event budget:

Photo by Courtney Lynn Photography

Budget Breakdown
Accessories 1%
Hair & Makeup 2%
Printed Materials 2%
Transportation 3%
Dress 4%
Cake 5%
Wedding Planner 5%
Extra Cushion 5%
Tipping 5%
Lighting 5%
Venue Rental 5%
Photo & Video 8%
Entertainment 10%
Flowers & Décor 15%
Food & Beverage 25%


Apply your wedding budget to the above percentages to see how much you should be spending on each category. If certain areas are more important to you or if you're foregoing one section entirely, you can move the percentages around to accommodate. The budget is always a balancing act depending on your wants and needs.

Visit our additional budget breakdown posts, starting with Accessories. We cover each section individually to give you the breakdown and savings tips for each category, and each blog post links to the next! Happy budgeting! :)

Photo by Courtney Lynn Photography

Happy Anniversary :: Marie + Haja

This was such a beautiful winter wedding for an adorably sweet couple! The snow didn't slow them down one bit! Happy Anniversary Marie & Haja, sending love and best wishes to you and your family!

Marie + Haja

December 17

Imagine It Photography

Imagine It Photography

Imagine It Photography

Imagine It Photography

Imagine It Photography

Photography by: Imagine It Photography

Flowers, Décor, Chair Covers and Candy Station by: Michell Events

Upcoming DIY Workshops and Bridal Shows

We've announced our first events of 2019 and they're packed full of fun, creativity, and amazing vendors!

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DIY Bride's Planning Workshop (Valentine Themed)

Tues. Jan. 29, 6pm-8pm
The Murchison-Honaker House
Farmersville, TX
Tickets $49 each
Click here for our Facebook Event
Click here to purchase tickets (or email bustledbridal@gmail.com)

In addition to the planning binder to take home, treats to taste and take home, a fab bridal swag bag, and the on-site vendor panel for Q&A....this time we're adding some hands-on DIY! We'll be making boutonnieres, sweet favors, and teaching how to DIY beautiful bows! Ticket price is all inclusive. Refreshments provided. Seating is limited.

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DIY Valentine Workshop

Fri. Feb. 1, 6pm-8pm
Where Dreams Come True Venue
Tioga, TX
Tickets $30 each
Click here for our Facebook Event
Click here to purchase tickets (or email bustledbridal@gmail.com)

Get ready to DIY! We'll make 3 styles of easy bows, 2 mason jar Valentine gifts, and a wood flower arrangement all for you to take home. Keep them for yourself, or gift someone you love on Valentine's Day! Ticket price is all inclusive. Refreshments provided. Seating is limited.

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Bustled Bridal Show
Sun. Mar. 31, 1pm-5pm
The Murchison-Honaker House
Farmersville, TX
Brides admission is free!
Vendor tables are $99 - Vendors email bustledbridal@gmail.com for a registration form!
Click here for info!

Come tour multiple venues in downtown Farmersville and meet talented local vendors at the Bustled Bridal Show on March 31st! Get everything you need for planning your wedding at one event! 

#SignatureSaturdays :: A Very Cherry Christmas Cocktail

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Cherry Vodka
• ½ ounce Baileys
• ½ ounces Chocolate Liqueur
• Splash of cream
• Chocolate Syrup
• Several maraschino cherries

Instructions

1. Fill a shaker with ice and pour in the vodka, Baileys, the chocolate liqueur, and cream.
2. Shake well until chilled.
3. Optionally, drizzle a chilled martini glass with chocolate syrup.
4. Strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass.
5. Garnish with cherries on a skewer.

The Very Cherry Christmas drink recipe tastes quite a bit like a chocolate covered cherry. It blends cherry vodka with the flavors of chocolate and Irish cream to create a flavor that's rich, sweet and easy on the palate. This is a great one for Christmas parties.

Cocktail from mixthatdrink.com ~ check out the site for more fabulous cocktails!

Winter Events of Yesterday

December is down time around the studio this year. We had an event on Dec 1, but for the next few weeks we're in-house working on plans for 2019. In doing that, I've had to go through some of our past events in search of certain examples and photos. I have to say we've had some gorgeous winter events over the years! I decided to go through them and pick some of my favorites to do a throwback post and share some my favorites!

Ashley + Jeff's Wedding

January 23

Photos by Wodzisz Photography

Marge + Henry's 20th Anniversary

December 4

Pop Up Holiday Open House

December 11

Networking Holiday Open House

December 1

Marie + Haja's Wedding

December 17

Photography by Imagine It Photography