Filming a Movie, Obama & McCain and Kathy's Wedding!

CUTE AS A BUTTON!

Early morning delivery of Wedibles to the lovely, sophisticated DOUBLETREE HOTEL in center city, Philadelphia. That's how this gorgeous October 11, Saturday began for me as I was to meet knottie Teamhealy08, aka Kathy on her bridal morning.

Speaking to her earlier in the week, she was the epitome of a calm and relaxed bride with a light perkiness that was adorable. Mid week, I got to reading her knot post of how she was somewhat anxious/panicky on a particular work morning...realizing that her wedding was only a mere days away and she still had things to do.
Kathy ordered a customized package. Bye-Bye Bachelor for the boys
and Bye Bye Bachelorette for the girls (including scones and fruit)

But this morning, she was lively, spirited, chippy and cute as a button. How do I describe her? Sweet, petite and someone you want to kidnap and take home for cookies and tea. Today, I had Mr. Wedibles with me (he's my muscle man), manuevering the streets of downtown Phila to get to the hotel.

Two FBI helicopters hovered overhead and he joked "they must know you are coming and need to secure the city". Kathy explained that they are filming a movie today in town (blank gun shots were heard), as well as certain protocall had to be followed for the impending arrival of Obama and McCain. This is a big day in the city....but let's face it...a wedding should and will take precedence over any of that! Come on...it's way more important than a movie and presidential nominee gathering, if you ask me (and other brides).

We arrived (double parked) and went to her hotel room. I knocked and asked if all the gals were "decent"...Kathy cutely replied in her sing song voice "Yes!!! Are we ready gals? There is a boy in the hallway and he's coming into the room". (Mr. Wedibles got a kick out of that because he knows that he is, in fact, a boy at 43.) He went off to deliver the groomsmen spread and I set up for the ladies in Kathy's gorgeous suite.

She was surrounded by her three lovely friends (one flew in from Arizona to spend a 24 hour wedding visit!), her mom (who was looking fresh and pretty with hair and makeup) and two friendly new faces (whom I had the privilege of meeting for the first time - their excellent repuations precede them), Janet Indorf from Face the Occasion and Natalie Pagano, haistylist.

I set up quickly because of the parking situation and my only regret is that I couldn't take more photos. I did see her dress. So pretty (I'm looking forward to getting some pro pics from her) and her shoes were killer!!!! They were a shimmery gold lace heel (to match Kathy's sexy gold toe polish). Very autumny and rich. I will be updating soon on her getting ready shots!

Mr. Wedibles was excited to be in the photo with such a cute blushing bride!

Here she is "after". She's glowing with happiness... and is it me or does the groom look super smitten with her? Congrats to them both!

SWEET SEPTEMBER for JEN & CHAD!!

This is why I love doing Wedibles.

Not only do I get a much-needed outlet for creativity, but I get greeted with smiles and anticipation for a memorable and cherished day!

Jen had contacted me back over the summer to provide Wedibles for her September wedding. Even her initial email was full of smiles and excitement! I felt like the sun was shining through my computer.

After contacting one another, I finally met her on her wedding day at her parents' home near Doylestown.

Her father greeted my husband and I at the door and watched as we quickly prepared the dining room table for the morning munchies. He was a very proud father....waiting anxiously for Jen to return from the salon with her mom. He made it a point to show us the gorgeous flowers that were dropped off for the bride.

Then Mark and I prepared the spread with roses that matched the bouquets and sweet treats for the bridal party to enjoy while they prepared for the big day ahead.


Upon entering, Jen and her mom gave us such warm and hospitable hugs. I can only imagine how special the guests must have felt at the wedding later in the day!

Jen looks giddy while reading a love note from her soon-to-be husband, Chad

Jen and Chad met at work and have prepared for this wedding with the phenomenal Jenn Poletti of Perfect Planners who met us later in the day at the Belle Voir Manor in Bensalem.

Like a fairytale, Jenn Poletti's sophisticated fairytale vision came to life with an elegant cocktail area and breath-taking dining room - complete with tea lights twinkling interspersed within tall, graceful floral centerpieces. Unbelievable!!!!! If only I had my camera with me!

She's ready! and beaming!

I love this pic of Jen "tying the knot"!

What a gorgeous couple!!!!

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Enjoy!

CANDACE at CAIRNWOOD

Yet another beautiful Cairnwood Estate wedding this weekend. The mansion never ceases to amaze me with all it's gorgeous historical elements.

This time, I am providing wedibles for the wedding of Candace and Michael. Her gown hung in the dressing room regally with pickups of candlelight satin and small embroidered appliques on the bodice.

This is an early Autumn wedding and I saw them set-up the mansion in every room with colors of burgundy, gray, etc. I love how you can use every room there for a different purpose - bar, cocktail, dancing, etc.

Candace is all in white getting ready for her big moment

Dressing room with scones and sandwiches ready at the helm

Candied Fruit Gems for the little ones

Bachelor Brownies ready for Groomsmen

One of the many gorgeous rooms to be set up for the wedding

Philly Love with Heart-Shaped Pretzels

Rich Woods are warm...Can I live here?

Gilded Chandelier...bygone living at it's finest

One of MANY rooms that are offered for a wedding...

Arched Doorway out to the water garden. Ah!

BROWN EYED GIRL becomes BROWN EYED BRIDE!

September 26
Finally, I got to meet fellow Bucks neighbor, Lisa, aka Knottie, browneyedbride. A stunning brown-eyed, brown-hair beauty that was ready to take the walk down the aisle to her groom, Ryan. Lisa also comes complete with her own built-in flowergirl...her 3-year old daughter, Olivia. Miss Olivia greeted my Aunt Anna and I at the hotel suite door with a big smile. "Today mommy is going to be a bride". She followed us around with a camera saying "I am going to take pictures of her" Though it was rainy and windy outside, seeing Lisa and Olivia in their wedding "hoodies" really added sunshine to the day...soooo cute! Lisa ordered Wedibles for her attendants who are ready to celebrate the union of Lisa and Ryan at the beautiful Knowlton Mansion. She thought it would be a good idea to order "Healthy Start" complete with homemade blueberry crumb muffins...mmmm! It was also a great opportunity to see fellow former knottie and wedding coordinator extraordinaire, Erin Proud of Proud to Plan at work! She always does an amazing job and high accolades follow her everywhere...along with hairstylist Megan Cahill (beaming post-baby) and Emily from Cheekadee (that woman does amazing work with makeup...and someday I am going to have her follow me everywhere I go to make me look good) Lisa's flowers were vibrant and beautiful in shades of violet and purple! I can't wait to see photos of Lisa in her gown...it was a striking tribute to elegance and classic femininity of a bygone era with layers of light-infused chiffon.

My aunt and I gazed at it for like 5 minutes. We stalked her gown!
Anyway, I am sure Lisa, Ryan and Olivia are in for a future full of beautiful memories and joy as they celebrate their union together!

WEDIBLES for 50th Anniversary

This past weekend, I was honored to be asked to provide sweets for a 50th Anniversary Party of the in-law grandparents of a knottie who I did a wedding spread for recently.

Phyllis and Mike have been married for 50 years! 50 years?! Wow. So I had to put something that showed how momentous that was on the table. My theme was "How Sweet it Is" Celebrating 50 Delicious Years.

Held at a local yacht club in Philadelphia, I did two tables at the request of the family.

One table for the children which included penny candy, a tiered cookie/danish/brownie tray and Philly Soft Pretzels done in the initials of the lucky couple.

The adult sweet table consisted of all homemade cookies/tarts that my mother made: (This is her specialty from working in several local tea rooms - all are her own creations and recipes that she does not share with even her own daughters)

• Tassies (a brown sugar nut filled tart dusted with a cocoa Chambord)
• Madelines (moist with a hint of lemon)
  
• Miniature Carrot Cakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
• Rugelach (raisins, apricots)
• Apple and Cherry Crumb Cakes
  
• Frosted Ricotta Cookies
• Mini Indulgence Fudge Cakes
  
• Chocolate drizzled Biscotti
• Amaretto Squares
• Fresh Fruit Medley with Mint
  
  
  A little poem to display the sweets:
  

"50 Years?!
That's not small feat! ...
and Phyllis & Mike have a Love that's Sweet.
So let's all celebrate
with Treats to Eat!"

A HYDRANGEA WEDDING - Karole & Jim

I had been looking forward to this Wedibles since she booked with me back in September. I constantly referred to it as "the HYDRANGEA Wedding". My favorite flower.

Karole and James were married on July 12 with a reception at the stately Knowlton Mansion.

Meeting up with her and her girls on the morning of her wedding was joyful. This bride (also knottie, kkdwldflwr) gets A+++++ in Creativity (check out her beautiful bio here) for how she DIY a delightful themed wedding of magenta and purple hydrangeas against apple and celadon green highlights.

Each of her bridesmaids wore a tank with their name, attendant role and a personalized screen print photo of them with the bride at one time during their life. Adorable!

Since Karole is a huge fan of strawberries and chocolate, strawberry kabobs were presented along with a chocolate fondue. Chocolate Oreo truffles were happily packed in a pretty little box. It didn't take long for them to disappear!

I accented all the snacks and treats with whisps of hydrangeas grown in my own side yard. Meeting Karole's mom and mom-in-law was wonderful as they were so gracious and excited.

If Karole ever reads this blog I want to express my gratitude to her for allowing me to present wedibles for her bridal morning and to embrace my hydrangea fetish! Blessings for a Happy Marriage!

My Lovely JUNE BRIDES ! ! !

Ann and Kristine both married their sweeties in June and I must say, June Brides never looked lovelier.

Ann's wedding was June 14 and was themed around a sophisticated castle motif. Her wedding at Sandcastle Winery must have been gorgeous as the day was sunny and summery and light.

Kristine aka knottie Sirkfeb married on a balmy June 21 to her high school sweetheart, Jim. Her Disneyworld romance made me feel like magical romances can happen anywhere. Both girls' eyes sparkled with enthusiasm and excitement on their wedding days and I cannot wait to get photos to add soon. Thank you for putting me in the June Bride Summer Spirit!