Rach – The Final Month!

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Eeee! Actually, Rach has less than a month but let’s round it up and keep quiet…  The engagement shoot pictures are incredible, no?

It’s the final month!

We’ve now entered the final month (3 weeks to be precise!) before the wedding; this makes me very happy….the time is flying by!

Hen and Stag Parties

The Mr and I have had our respective ‘dos’; him taking the trip up to Newcastle for a drunken (and likely debaucherous) weekend and me to Chester for a fabulous girly, bubbles filled weekend.  All of the girls made my weekend fantastic and thank you so much to Gem for organising AND juggling being a new mum!

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Engagement Shoot

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A couple of weeks ago, the Mr and I headed over to Hampstead Heath to meet with our photographer, the amazing Kat Hill for our engagement shoot.  We were both a little bit nervous, not keen on having our photographs taken or ‘posing’ but Kat was incredible – made us feel comfortable and made the shoot enjoyable.

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Cake

The Mr and I originally decided that we weren’t that fussed about a cake but we are now having two!  At the weekend we went off to Neal’s Yard at Borough Market to choose CHEESE, they were incredibly helpful and gave us lots of options to try, yum!

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Ceremony and Music

Last week – I set us a challenge; to have the ceremony readings and music decided by the end of the Bank Holiday…. and we managed it!  The Mr found a perfect reading and we’ve chosen our ceremony music.  Another job ticked off!

Dress

In the last couple of weeks I have had 2 fittings at Angelica Bridal, after a couple of alterations my dress is ready!  Trying on MY dress for the first time since making my decision, I thought I would feel very nervous – I didn’t, I felt super smiley, comfortable and ready to get married!  Can not wait to wear it! Wed In London Blogging Bride Rach (1){BHLDN / Craftsy}

Jewellery

I have been trying to make a decision about my jewellery – searching for pieces that would be right!  I have been incredibly lucky to have a fabulous friend who has helped out with my headpiece and I’ve had some lovely and thoughtful gifts from my parents and from my sister means my jewellery is all sorted!

… And Finally

We’re now starting to get into finalising lots of details; we’ve sorted favours, place names, cake table (thanks to Nim for the loan of the cake stand!).

Next up – finalising the flowers, the Mr’s shoes and probably the most difficult job, the table plan!

Love, Rach xx

Cannot wait to see Rach on her big day :-)  You can see Rach’s 2 month countdown here.

Nim xx

Image credits:  Provided by Rach unless otherwise stated.

Artemis Stationery

Artemis Stationery

Artemis Stationery

Good morning! I hope everyone has enjoyed the short week. TGIF again! I have some very special stationery to share with you on the blog today. Artemis Stationery founder Nathan decided to put a life time of sketching to use after designing the stationery for his brother’s wedding a few years ago. Nathan now designs unique handmade wedding stationery including save the date cards, RSVP’s, orders of service, menus, place names, table plans and thank you cards (and of course the traditional wedding invitation).

Artemis Stationery’s designs have a wide variety of themes and styles from the classic to the more contemporary. Designs range from floral to art deco, geometrics to romance! All stationery is individually produced for each customer, allowing greater flexibility in customising a range that is unique to you.

Here is a selection of a few of my favourite stationery designs. The full range can be viewed here.

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Artemis Stationery can also print express table plans which will be dispatched in six days. Perfect for allowing time for those last minute changes to your seating plan!

express table plan

If you want to discuss your wedding stationery, or if you have any questions about the designs you have seen, you can contact Nathan through his website. Alternatively you can ‘like’ the Artemis Stationery Facebook page to stay up-to-date on new ranges and designs.

Have a great weekend!

Ciara xxx

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