The Creative BrideAre you creative? Take a look at the projects our friends at Duncan sent us to share with you. With a little Tulip Paint, Iron-on Crystals, Aleene’s Fabric Glue and Fabrics and Embellishments, you can create accessories for your Wedding and add a very personal touch.
Don’t forget to keep your craft items organized as you purchase them. Clever and unique solutions like the Magnetic Container with Stand and Small Clear Keeper Box help control and care for all your little accessories. And the Mini Traveler Craft Organizer is perfect to have on hand the day for the wedding in case any quick fixes are necessary. For the big jobs, the Square Stuff Bucket is a must have to keep all your supplies organized and have you looking adorably cute. Coming soon to Mrs. Organized… NEAT Things I love today: I can’t wait to tell you all about up coming Mother’s Day items. Happy Organizing! - Mrs. O
Gifts from the Bride and Groom…It’s customary to say “Thank you” to your Wedding attendants with a gift. This typically includes the MOH and BM and are usually not too difficult to choose considering the Bride and Groom are so close to those chosen for the titles. The question of did “I miss anyone?” is frequently asked. For me, I just love to give gifts, so just about everyone got something. Keep in mind that you don’t have to spend a fortune and it’s the thought and presentation that counts! Those that I remembered were my Event Planner and her assistant, the florist, my friend who helped me design the invitations, our dear friends who hosted an amazing rehearsal dinner at their home in Palm Springs and the Concierge who took care of us. You might also want to include the people who do your hair and nails. While having my Bride, Maid of Honor, Bridesmaid, Mother of the Groom, and Flower Girl’s shirts made (a fun thing to wear while getting ready together on the day of!), I also included “Event Planner” and “Assistant Event Planner”. The gals just loved them and could use them for other â€day of” events in the future. For sure, anyone can use a picture frame or luggage tag. My favorite gift which keeps on giving is personalized note pads or cards. Who doesn’t love their name in lights?! NEAT Things I love today: Happy Organizing! - Mrs. O
One Shoe Can Change Your Life…Every day of Wedding Planning brought a new adventure for me. While my passion for parties is over the top, I think there was a part of me born to plan Weddings. However…Our Wedding will be the only one I will do until it’s time to plan Allie’s. Until then, I’ll continue to read and learn about the latest and greatest ideas and leave the rest up to the experts. I’m having enough fun buying and merchandising all the new Wedding products for Organize.com and flattered by my Bride friends who ask for and love my next idea! Speaking of ideas, this was a simple one that I stumbled upon. I tried to capture something special about Terry and I that we could share with our guests over the weekend. For Terry, it was the candy table I surprised him with during the reception as the band played “Sugar, Sugar”. For me, it was the oh so Shabby Chic sign displayed on the piano below Marilyn Monroe’s bedroom (yes – we were married there!) that read…One Shoe Can Change Your Life. Signed Cinderella. It really was a perfect day… NEAT Things I Love Today: Happy Organizing!
An Interview With Carley RoneyI had heard about The Knot, but no one could have ever explained the full concept or the experience I had while planning my wedding. Excited about the next steps that followed our engagement, I couldn’t wait to begin “My Knot”. Little did I know that it I would have a daily dose that began the day after we got engaged until the day we walked down the aisle. I just loved logging on every morning to see my countdown of days. Where else can you find 350 bouquet ideas, the ultimate in Wedding vows, 50 of the latest name table ideas or the hottest new Wedding hairstyles all in one place? The Knot became my new best friend overnight and I went on to plan one of the best parties that Terry and I could have dreamed for. While I always had a passion for parties, planning my wedding brought yet a new passion that is still with me. As we launch Wedding at Organize.com, it’s time to call in the experts to give our guests some guidance on the two most important Wedding topics. 1. Organization and 2. Details. I decided I need the best and immediately called Carley Roney. Let me just say that the woman is amazing! She has style, spunk and flair that tells you instantly why she is who she is and how she got to be THE Carley Roney extraordinaire. I had the pleasure of interviewing Carley and here it is to share with you: Mrs. O: As someone who spends their days organizing people, I loved your new book, “The Knot Book of Wedding Lists”. It really makes it easy for the bride to stay on track and keep their sanity…everyday! Excellent job on breaking it down “into bite size pieces for busy brides”. SO…Where does the bride begin once the ring is on her finger? Carley: Pick a date, venue and guest list depending on your priority and build from there. BUDGET in advance—don’t make the mistake of budgeting linearly. Carley: Checklists from TheKnot.com. They send you notifications, even if it’s not something you are doing in your ceremony. At least you’ll know what you don’t need. Or depending on your organization style, you can create more compact sections like: 1) Ceremony Mrs. O: What products would you recommend that would be helpful for a wedding? For example, as we introduce Wedding we will tell brides to think about Wedding Storage Boxes (great for before and after), Media files to organize all their magazines, page markers, etc. Our readers will appreciate specific ideas from the Expert! What can you share? Carley: Clothing organizers and packing aids: No matter if you have a destination wedding or a local one, you will have to transport so many items, like favors, dress and tuxes/suits, clothing accessories, a change of clothes, personal items, etc. You need to be organized when doing so and know exactly where things are. Your Garment Bags keep clothing items safe and organized. If you are flying, realize that you will need to transport and protect your dress and do not check it at baggage-whatever you do! Tie Caddy is adorable and keeps ties compact and wrinkle free, and the Mini Lint Pod is a perfect accessory for the day-of emergency kit. Travel accessories are a must if you are having a destination wedding. NEVER pack your ID or paperwork in your bags. The ID Holders are a great thing to keep handy. When having a destination wedding, Travel Pillows are great because most people are flying (or driving long distances). These pillows contour to your neck and make a great favor, attendant gift or welcome gift. Mrs. O: Give us the scoop on Wedding Planners. What are the key reasons you might want a wedding planner? Carley: To save you time! They are great if you are having a destination wedding, to play mediator between opinionated families, to get possible discounts from their connections/contacts and to make sure the day-of goes smoothly. Mrs. O: Can you give us a few of your personal favorite wedding ideas? Favorite favor, way of displaying place cards, daughter to mother personal touch at the alter, or the sweetest thing you ever heard a bride or groom say to each other? Carley: Eco-friendly favors: plant-able cards found on TheKnot.com, or lavender rice on TheKnot.com—which doesn’t harm birds. Bold colors: melon, oranges, salmon—bright colors that make a statement are in. Pair it with a lighter color (rose) or contrast with brown or a darker color for another feel. Personalization to infuse your personality into your planning. Adopt a theme of your favorite sporting event, city to visit, or heritage to make your wedding a reflection of yourself. Mrs. O: Can you tell us the Top #5 Items to keep you organized on your Wedding Day? Carley: Your attendants: the maid of honor and best man have their duties and should be someone you trust to keep the show moving. Their duties will span from pre-ceremony to post-wedding, so make sure you choose a responsible MOH/BM. Have a “Day Of” emergency kit: cell phone, small snacks, bottles of water, tissues, floss, nail file, makeup, pain reliever, tampons, mints, deodorant, extra stockings, etc. for any scenario that may arise. Also have an emergency contact list. Include the DJ, caterers, photographer/videographer, cake vendor, makeup artist, attendants etc. Have their numbers handy in case you need to call them. Prepare a “Day Of” package for each vendor. Note any special last minute requests you have made and include instructions like playlist for DJ, special food requests for caterer, or family portrait list for photographer. Mrs. O: Talk to us about Registry Essentials. What do you recommend for the bride and groom to think about when it comes to the basics of setting up a household together. Carley: REGISTER—and at more than one store. I recommend choosing a different registry for each room, like Pottery Barn for bedroom, Crate and Barrel for dining room, or Organize.com for storage, etc. Have a vision for your home. Couples are marrying older so oftentimes have accumulated their own items and are combining. Pick a neutral ground and you can always refurbish items to match both of your styles. Mrs. O: Do you have a favorite Wedding Story to share? Carley: My own! I started The Knot in 1996 after the havoc that was my own wedding (the air conditioner broke, the band didn’t show up, etc). I realized the wedding world was outdated and needed a facelift. It’s not until one is planning a wedding that they realize the details and gravity of the responsibilities. People assume that I had the perfect wedding, so I love letting those close to me know the truth…….. It’s no surprise to me that Carley manages a succesful business and family at the same time. Her personality shines and you can hear a smile in her voice as she speaks. In fact, all of my contacts at The Knot are just as sweet and charming as Carley. Happy Organizing! - Mrs. O
An Interview With Carley Roney Of The Knot…As we introduce Wedding at Organize.com, we will also celebrate Wedding Month! To kick off our new adventure, Mrs. Organized has invited Carley Roney – Founder and President of The Knot as her featured guest.
This month, we will also launch our First Annual “Five Favorite Bride’s” at Organize.com! Be sure to take a peek at the wonderful stories, their wedding plans and how they will stay organized during their wedding planning stages. Coming Soon? NEAT Things I love today: Happy Organizing! - Mrs. O
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