Designer Spotlight :: Heidi Elnora

Website :: www.buildabride.com

Instagram :: @heidielnora  @heidielnoraatelier

Facebook :: Heidi Elnora

YouTube :: Heidi Elnora

#SignatureSaturday :: Pineapple Orange Creamsicle Mimosas

These Pineapple Orange Creamsicle Mimosas are an ethereal blend of pineapple juice, orange sherbet and sparkling Moscato.  Only 3 ingredients transforms the basic mimosas into a creamy, dreamy combination that will wow your guests at your next brunch.  Blending the ingredients together ensures the perfect flavor combination in each sip and tastes just like a classic dreamy creamsicle.

Cocktail post from 3 Yummy Tummies.

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#DIY :: Old Fashioned Soda Bar

Old fashioned sodas add a fun and playful element to an event and can even be used as part of your décor! There are so many to reasons to love them: they are in pretty glass bottles, lots of times with original vintage logos on the packaging, and they are made with pure sugar cane... delicious!

We love them all set up arranged according to color, or you can even just buy the color of flavors that go with your wedding. Refrigerate them up until right before and line them up on a table or bar for maximum effect, along with matching straws.

The hardest part of having old fashioned sodas is sourcing them. They can be difficult to come by. Gourmet delicatessens and stores can have good selections and we've even gotten lucky before at warehouse stores like Costco.

Designer Spotlight :: Jenny Yoo

Website :: www.jennyyoo.com

Facebook :: Jenny Yoo Collection

Instagram :: @jennyyoonyc
Twitter :: @JennyYooNYC

Pinterest :: Jenny Yoo

YouTube :: Jenny Yoo Collection

Photos by Rose Photography

#SignatureSaturdays :: Summer Lovin'

Summer time, and the sipping’s easy when you’re drinking the Summer Lovin’ #summersippin . . . Music courtesy of TX Musician @jonstork_music

A post shared by TX Whiskey | F&R Distilling (@frdistilling) on Jul 19, 2018 at 10:44am PDT

1 oz Strawberry Puree
0.75 oz Simple Syrup
0.75 oz Lime Juice
2 oz TX Whiskey
1 oz Club Soda


See more tasty cocktail videos at @frddistilling.

Vendor Spotlight :: Bonafide Betties Pie Co. in Rockwall

These goodies are delicious beyond words! Our photo shoot last month was filled with gorgeous and tasty treats, and these desserts from Bonafide Betties Pie Co. definitely fit the bill! After the photo shoot I got to taste that amazing chocolate pie....best ever! They even got the MOM stamp of approval.....shared a slice with my Mom, and she said it was the "best pie crust she'd ever had."

They have a small batch pie bakery and gift shop in Rockwall where they serve until sold out.....follow them to see when they're open and what treats you can find that day! On top of that, it's a great space you can reserve for small get-togethers and gatherings!

103 S. San Jacinto
Rockwall, TX 75087

Website :: www.bonafidebettiespieco.com

Facebook :: Bonafide Betties Pie Co.

Instagram :: @bonafidebettiespieco

Photo by Courtney Lynn Photography

Photo by Courtney Lynn Photography

  

Photo by Courtney Lynn Photography

Photo by Courtney Lynn Photography

#SignatureSaturdays :: Jasmine Blueberry Soda

Ingredients

• 6cl Tequila
• 3cl Fresh lime juice
• 2cl Jasmine syrup
• ½ barspoon Blueberry Jam
• Seltzer

Directions

• Add everything but the seltzer to a shaker with ice
• Shake and double strain
• Top with soda
• Garnish with a mini-lime and a rosemary sprig

Cocktail from @theglassclass on Instagram.

Vendor Spotlight :: David Loi Studios in Dallas

I had the privilege to work with the talented photographers from David Loi Studios last month at the epic Father's Day wedding of Cori & Stephen at The Springs (Denton). It was a day packed with so many amazing details, beautiful things, super fun people and fantastic vendors! David and his team really did a fabulous job with everything. We were both in attendance from beginning to end so I witnessed their hard work....and I can honestly say, they were on their toes all day! I just got the chance to see the slideshow of the wedding photos and I was floored! Amazing work, David....had to share with everyone!

Website :: www.davidloistudios.com

Facebook :: David Loi Studios

Instagram :: @david.loi.studios

YouTube :: David Loi Studios

Here are a few of my favorite shots singled out. :) I recommended the smoke bombs to Cori when she wanted floating lanterns for her grand exit, but as it turned out the candle flames inside the floating lanterns weren't allowed. Not a bad deal though....the smoke bombs turned out completely magical!

Vendor Spotlight :: Jam-N-Pie in Dallas

I stumbled onto a gem when I came across Jam-N-Pie! They have a shop on Lovers Lane in Dallas where you can visit and pick up some of their amazing treats! Jam-N-Pie consists of Texas Petite Pies and The Jelly Queens. Both provided some amazing desserts for the dessert station in our photo shoot! The Jelly Queens provided various flavored jelly favors in jars, and Texas Petite Pies provided adorable and delicious mini pies in jars. Both made a wonderful contribution to our dessert station! Not to mention, I got to sample the blueberry pie.....absolutely delicious! Visit them on Lovers Lane and see what they've been cookin' up!

Jam-N-Pie

4318 West Lovers Lane

Dallas, TX  75209

(972) 825-7902

Website :: www.jam-n-pie.com

Facebook :: Jam-N-Pie

Instagram :: @jam.n.pie

Website :: www.texaspetitepies.com

Facebook :: Texas Petite Pies and Cakes

Instagram :: @texaspetitepies

Website :: www.thejellyqueens.com

Facebook :: The Jelly Queens & The Spice Kings

Instagram :: @thejellyqueens

#SignatureSaturdays :: Gin, Juice & Summer Vibes

1.5 oz. Tanqueray TEN
2 oz. Grapefruit Juice
2 oz. Watermelon Juice
Garnish with watermelon slice


Cocktail from @tanquerayusa
Visit their IG page for tons of tasty beverages!

Vendor Spotlight :: Dandelion Cheesecakes in Carrollton

These little cheesecakes were like heaven! So pretty and perfect I didn't want to cut into it...then once I did, I couldn't stop! I'm so grateful that Shannon contacted me on Instagram and participated in our photo shoot! I know Dandelion Cheesecakes goodies are going to be a regular purchase for me from now on! I definitely need more of these in my life! Check them out if you need sweet treats for a party, gathering or special occasion....you won't be disappointed!

Website :: www.dandelioncheesecakes.com

Facebook :: Dandelion Cheesecakes

Instagram :: @dandelion_cheesecakes

Planning Tips :: Tips for an Outdoor Summer Wedding

Frozen Drinks & Lighter Food
Choose cool refreshing food for the cocktail hour, appetizers and even dinner options. Frozen beverages can serve as your signature cocktail and keep guests cooled down at the same time. Even cold bottled water provided at an outdoor ceremony is a refreshing chill for your guests on a hot day!

Extreme Cuisine Catering

Opt for Light Fabrics & Skip the Train
Take the heat into consideration when selecting your dress (and brdesmaids dresses and gentlemen's suits). Choose something light that breathes to ensure everyone is comfortable. Also, forego the long train if your ceremony will be outdoors. It will only gather grass stains and other unsightly debris..

David Loi Studios

Keep Your Guests Cool & Protected
If you're having an outdoor summer wedding, make plans to keep your guests cool while they enjoy your outdoor affair. Hand held paper fans (these can even double as ceremony programs), hand held battery powered fans, rented A/C units or misting fans, bottled water, parasols & umbrellas, sunscreen, bug spray....keep your location in mind and keep your guests comfortable. There are many options available so get creative! At one of our June weddings there was a bucket of iced down popsicles at the ceremony, and an ice cream truck parked outside the reception for the guests! Everyone absolutely loved it!

Penguin Perry's Ice Cream Sandwich Truck

Keep the Cake Cool
If you're having an outdoor reception, be sure to have a plan arranged to keep your cake cool until it's needed for photos, cutting and serving. A cake will quickly melt and wilt in extreme temps, so make sure to keep it safe from the heat! Look into naked cakes with minimum frosting for outdoor soirees.

Michell Events

Vendor Spotlight :: Dallas Caramel Company in Wylie

I've had the opportunity to work with Rain and Dallas Caramel Company twice now, and both times they were absolutely fabulous! These caramels are to die for! I can't get enough of the sea salt caramels....I had to get those the first time I came across them! My personal favorite!

This time they not only had caramels and boxed favors....they went above and beyond anything I imagined! Caramel apples! They were obviously delicious, but they were also just gorgeous on the dessert station! Absolutely love this idea to provide as a treat for your guests!

Can't wait to work with Rain and Dallas Caramel Company again in the future! If you need sweet treats for weddings, special events, favors, gifts....check out Dallas Caramel Co.!

Website :: www.dallascaramelcompany.com

Facebook :: Dallas Caramel Company

Instagram :: @dallascaramelco