Looking for a Sign?

I am talking about a little something that is personalized for your next event or home ;) Maybe you want a Mr. & Mrs. sign made up or one with your baby's name...or your new business needs a sweet sign... options are endless really! Check out some of these fabulous sign ideas from Our Hobby to your Home & Wedding. 

Our Hobby to Your Home & Wedding is a mother working with her daughters creating hand-made signs for any occasion. They specialize in weddings, baby, business, family and custom signs. Below is a peek of some of their great work!  

Instead of your typical ring bear - maybe you have a sign bear that walks down the aisle.

[My favorite - this can be used over and over again!]

A baby's name - You could use this in maternity photos, at the shower and to decorate the room!

I love the idea of getting a business sign... I now know what my next PlanIT Now! Events purchase will be :)

Enjoy! 

Plan.Style.Smile. :)

Wish Upon a Wedding Michigan

I am thrilled to talk about this new and amazing non-profit organization in Michigan! Wish Upon a Wedding is a national non-profit and the Michigan chapter is launching January 17th. As you know weddings are stressful enough to plan but they are even more stressful when a couple has at least one of them diagnosed with a terminal illness or serious life-altering circumstance.

The launch party is Tuesday, January 17th starting at 7pm at the Crofoot in Pontiac. The event is open to newlyweds, wedding industry professionals, medical professionals and recently engaged couples. It is a FREE event but you do need to register so they have a headcount. Wish Upon a Wedding is accepting donations to get their Michigan Chapter started and that will allow them to start granting wishes!  

The Michigan chapter can start granting wishes after their launch party on January 17th.

I signed right up for this when I heard about it from my dear friend E'Lisa with E. C. Campbell Photography in April... its such a great cause and I am so excited to be on the "waiting" vendor list!! I think this is a great organization for anyone to volunteer their time, airline miles or donate too. Its truly a great cause and it warms my heart to read all of the wishes granted to date around the United States.

Brent + Jess: Fingerprint Bands

This isn't an episode of CSI Miami where they would be dusting for prints (one of my fav shows)...but a great personal touch... fingerprint jewelry! I stumbled across this cute etsy shop that evolved into clicking a link to their amazing website :)

Meet Brent & Jess (I am partial since we share the same name) who own Fingerprint Wedding Bands. With more than 15 years of experience these two are really doing something amazing!

After browsing their Etsy and site I am in LOVE.... I made Sam (my husband) come into the living room to see what I had discovered....needless to say we are going to be placing an order very soon... love this idea!

 After you look around and talk with either Brent or Jess you will get a kit in the mail to do your fingerprint. Its takes about an hour to do and when complete you will send it back to them. From there they will make the magic happen on the item you choose. 

Look at all these neat designs... 

Perfect for someone over seas... or far away... a baby's foot print... options are endless really

Great family idea... fingerprints of everyone in the family. I think I would like this one day instead of the old pea in a pod around my neck. So much more personal.

They are also pet friendly too... I mean we all know if you are an animal lover that they are your family. Check out these super cute items they do for your beloved pets.

look at that nose... :)

[All photos are from Brent & Jess's website, facebook or Etsy shop]

If you haven't already clicked one of the hyperlinks above and gone to either their Etsy shop or website I suggest you do so.... Enjoy!

It's Almost Give and Get Time!

We knew you liked good deals....so here is one we just couldn't pass on letting you know about :)

Give and Get is Here!: Enjoy 30% off from March 17-20 at Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy plus we'll make a 5% donation to a Feed America.

So shop as much as you want that weekend, save some money while you do it and feel good because 5% is going to Feed America.

A Classic Couple: Mr. & Mrs. Don McLean

I was lucky enough to meet Don & Jess through my friend Frank. They have an amazing relationship and truly are so sweet! They had a fairy tale courtship and Don planned a fabulous proposal. He created a story book with a tale of duck and giraffe that reflected their relationship....at the end of the story Don was on one knee asking Jess for her hand in marriage. (Love this!!!) 

These two tied the knot on a perfect August afternoon at The Church of The Divine Child in Dearborn and had their reception at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn. 

Let me introduce you to Jess...she is outgoing, fun loving and sassy :) 

Meet Don....Don is very laid back and loves the 50's...can you tell ;) 

Frank was Don's Best Man and how I met these two. Frank & I worked together at a media firm in Troy and he is my director of Marketing for PlanIt Now Events!

{Favorite picture}

 Don & his dad....His dad wanted a sneak peek at the room while I was setting everything up... he has a good eye for style :) 

Jess's stunning bouquet was done at the Hyatt Florist shop by Nancy. She did an amazing job with all of their flowers. 

 Their centerpieces sat on top of these over sized wine glasses.  They were stunning!

Carmel corn for favors...YUM!

As a surprise...Don sang to Jess "Can't Take My Eyes off of you" with BM Frank & Groomsmen Steffen as the back-up trombone players...it was so sweet and touching to watch!

The guys in action...

I love their cake....such a simple design and the rich purple and yellow are a perfect contrast. Their cake was from Elite Sweets and very delicious!

Happily ever after.... 

Don't forget to leave the couple a comment :) 

Trendy Wedding Dresses

Now a days there is so much more to choose from out there... its not just David's Bridal or high end boutiques to find the "right" dress. Every store/designer is jumping on this new trend and not only are they really amazing but most of them are affordable! If you don't see what you are looking for then there are places that offer custom dresses and even rentals. (keep reading below) 

You can't go wrong with any of these!

"I've learned that a wedding dress represents more than just "a dress". It embodies a bride's lifelong dream and her own sense of who she is." - Vera Wang

White by Vera Wang is now sold at David's Bridal stores. Hand cut details adorn these dresses with lace, crispy organza, crinkle chiffon and bobbin net. Gowns in the Spring 2011 collection range from $600 to $1,400. 

{my fav}

Do you like what you see? Then enter here for a chance to win a bridal gown or 5 bridal party dresses! 

J. Crew now has dresses for everyone in your bridal party (including suits/tuxedos for the groom and groomsmen)!They have really expanded to include veils, shoes, tuxedos, flower girl, ring bearers and honeymoon items. From Silk taffeta and satin dresses that range from $285 to $3,000 each. 

For some eye candy....check out one of J. Crew's suits for the Groom.... 

The Limited has their own exclusive line that they vow will make you look fabulous on your wedding day! Dresses range from $228 to $398 and they also carry bridesmaid dresses and accessories. 

I love the simplicity and yet elegance of this gown...

This one is perfect for a beach wedding....

Urban Outfitters the parent company of Anthropologie, debuted their new wedding collection on Valentine's Day, called BHLDN (pronounced beholden). They have more nostalgic romantic and sophisticated gowns. 

This Butterfly dress is stunning.....

White House | Black Market has their Vow bridal collection that has wedding dresses ranging from $348 to $698. These gowns are not only affordable but have ruffled tulle, ecru satin and taffeta making them trendy gowns!

This gown was seen in The Knot. Its Amazing!!!

If you haven't said "yes to the dress" then maybe custom is more your thing. Marbella Couture specializes in bridal gowns and accessories using trendy fabrics, trims and embellishments to create that "this is the one" look! 

 If you have a strict budget to adhere to then try out RentTheRunway. They just launched a wedding section on their site, for $50 to $125, members can rent anything from a rehearsal dinner dress, engagement party dresses and a slew of bridesmaid dresses. Unfortunately no wedding gown rentals yet. 

Play. Style. Smile.

Happy Dress Shopping!

Save-the-Date: 13th Annual TFWA Euchre Tournament

 13th Annual TFWA (Troy Fire Women's Auxiliary) Euchre Tournament

Saturday, March 26th

St. Lucy's Church | 200 E. Wattles Rd  

Registration Begins: 6:15pm

Tournament Begins: 6:45pm

$27/Player

(Includes beer, wine, soda, pizza, subs, snacks and door prizes)

All Skill levels welcome

All proceeds to benefit: Great Lakes Burn Camp

The TFWA is a non-profit, charitable organization that assists victims of fires with emergency hotel accommodations, financial support, food and water to attending firefighters, financial aid to fire and burn related charities, and scholarships for college fire sciences. 

For Ticket information/questions please contact:

 Jessica @ 248.918.1832 or Jmkalef@gmail.com