Hello stampers and happy Friday to you. Today’s topic, something borrowed, something blue, would make you think that perhaps I would be talking wedding talk but that is not the case. Some time in the near future though, that will definitely be a very hot topic. More on that later. Today I am “borrowing” some cards and one of them is blue.
Something Borrowed
Today my future sisters-in-law took me out for lunch to celebrate my birthday which is next week Tuesday. It was so very lovely. I also had a hair appointment this morning and then I went to my favourite bakery to stock up on raisin buns to take home! All in all, no time for card making and writing a blog post. What to do? Well, I was trolling the internet while having a bath (I know, I know, what a life?!) I came across this fabulous card by Nancy Novak. I thought you would enjoy it too. Read all about it on her blog here.
To see another graduation card that I made a while ago, check out this blog post.
Something Blue
I just noticed that both cards are blue!! The next one is a Father’s Day card and it uses the Tailor Made tags which I think are super versatile. This is the second card that I have seen this week using these tags. Hmmmm. Temptation is calling but I have a niggling feeling that I might already have them back in Canada.
This card is made by Christi Redding but I cannot find her blog anywhere. Here is her Pinterest board if you want to check it out.
Wedding Inspiration
Truth be told, I have some big decisions to make. I have a wedding to plan. Originally I wanted to keep it really small. Well, sort of. I wanted to do a big church wedding so everyone could come for that part and then do a standing reception with coffee and treats for everyone, after all it is #allaboutthetreats. We would then have photos and then a small intimate dinner for only family.
Then there is the question about the dress. Should it be a traditional wedding dress or just a fancy gown? I am leaning towards a fancy gown but I could be swayed. If you have any great suggestions, feel free to comment below with a photo of course!
Here are some photos of our lunch. The girls took me to this adorable little place along the canal in DeLier which is about a fifteen minute drive from Gerard’s place.
I felt like “Driving Miss Daisy” in Anita’s sporty convertible.
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I had been married before my current marriage (first for my husband) we did small 40 closest people in our lives. I was only going to get a gown then sone work friends said it sounded basic boring. So I had a T length dress made it was a fun beautiful experience and I am so thankful I did it. It was special one of a kind and not very expensive. I bought material snd seamstress made it all together $400 if I can figure out how to load a photo I will.
Maybe you could send a photo in an email? Sounds wonderful, thanks for sharing.
I think I sent a picture to your FB page of a tea length dress. Of course, you will look gorgeous in anything you choose!
For second marriage I had a simpler fancy gown with a wrap and a fascinator – immediate family only church wedding and home reception. After wedding trip we had an afternoon reception for friends and other family members.
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I saw the photo on my Facebook page. You looked beautiful! Thanks for sharing.
I can’t find it Mary! Could you send it to me in an email please? jackiebultje@gmail.com
Our daughter married a wonderful Dutchman 7 years ago. We had dinner with just the direct family members and grandparents at a quaint local restaurant the night before. There were a few short speeches and the two families got to know each other. Then on the Friday, they had pictures taken in the afternoon and were married at 7:00 pm in our church. Afterwards there were Dutch pastries, beverages, and fruit platters in the well decorated social hall. Simple, tasteful and the bride and groom had ample time to visit and have pics with their guests.
That sounds like a lovely idea Ingrid, thanks so much for sharing.
I just saw this. (5/18/24) Thank you for sharing my card. I’m so happy you liked it.
You are so welcome Nancy, you do great work!