Dear Pintuck

I'd like to jump on the back of T30SB's train and write my own "I Wish Wednesday". Just this once, just this Wednesday. Why are linens so expensive to rent? I've found several prices, the cheapest of which was $34. There must be somewhere that I can purchase them wholesale and sell afterwards to recoup some of my costs.

I'm having a full blown love affair with pintuck linens. Why is this happening to me? I was able to "just say no" when the concept of chivari chairs came to mind. Yes, they're beautiful and perfect in every. single. way. But I'd rather keep that extra $6.50 per chair (that's $650 for 100 chairs, fyi) and put it towards something else. So why am I flipping out over Pintucks? Oh, because they're so shiny and luminous, and everyone notices what's on the table!

I don't want Royal Lame, or Royal Polyester. I want Royal Pintuck! Okay, I will stop holding my breath and jumping up and down on the kitchen floor. The bargain itch is starting to creep up on me. I will find a better deal for these linens.

The SE's Have an Outing

Sometimes I like to leave my bronchitis cave and make a public appearance. This weekend was no exception. Mr. SE and I flew up to Baltimore for the wedding of Mom & Dad SE's goddaughter. Amy was an absolutely beautiful bride, and her husband was moved to tears her entire walk down the aisle. Most touching wedding moment to date: best man reaching out and patting back of groom as he's crying, watching his bride walk down the aisle. Holy waterworks! Mom SE did a reading in the wedding and she did very well, despite being incredibly nervous beforehand. Amy wore the most classic, timeless dress- she looked like Grace Kelly or Audrey Hepburn (you'd love it Mrs. Smith). My pictures came out awful- but hopefully you can get a feel.

The reception was held at Washington Golf and Country Club- hello fancy! Cocktail hour was on a covered portico overlooking the green. I had a hard time keeping Mr. SE from trying to get down there and play (yes, in the rain). This wedding was so perfect to me. I would've been incredibly happy to just cut and paste myself and Mr. SE into it. And because I know you luuurrrve the detail shots...all anonymity just went out the door...And if there's any males reading this- perhaps this will keep you interested. Please don't write a rude comment since I assumed only guys play golf. Actually, I play golf. And it's my blog, so I don't need a disclaimer.

An Intimate Reception, Cute Invite, and Classy Hurricanes

Here's a couple things I stumbled on during the week...

Love this reception picture from The Perfect Palette. The whole affair looks so intimate, carefree, and effortlessly chic. I'm picturing an upscale picnic theme; complete with french bread sandwiches, a large fruit bowl, and several pasta salads. Definitely the kind of event I'd like to attend!

This coaster slash invite from Greer Chicago is absolutely too cute! I'd love to receive one of these in the mail, stashed in a bright pink envelope. This would be great for any type of female get-together: bachelorette, bridal shower, birthday party, "just because" girl's night.

This last find is from a ridiculously amazing floral blog. If you haven't visited before, please take a looksie at The Treasured Petal. Their work is amazing and oozes inspiration for any type of wedding. I'm in love with the hurricaine pictured above. The bride and groom chose to have their favorite book excerpts or poems transferred onto the glass- what an ingenious idea. The light cast was so soft and glowing!

Reception Perfection

I just saw this picture on Coco + Kelly, via TheBridesCafe and I just died a little bit. One word: perfection. Cedarwood: please post pictures of your new barn so I can start dreaming up decoration ideas!