20% Sale at Paper Source

One of my favorite stores, Paper Source, is having a sale: 20% off EVERYTHING online! I have already started to fill my cart as I write this post.


Happy Planning!

Promises & Pearls Event | July 8

This is a great event for all you brides and grooms out there! It is put on my one of my good friends in the industry, Michelle with MB Wedding Designs. Think of it as a smaller and more distinct bridal show. These vendors are invited to be there, she does not just let anyone showcase at her event. It will be taking place Wednesday July 8th from 6-9pm at the Payne Mansion. I will be there, so make sure to say hi!

Happy Planning!

Gift Bag Giveaway!

I have {three} fabulous gift bags to give away, and they need to go this week, as some of the great discounts tucked inside these bags are expiring soon!

I will give them away to the first three people to leave a comment or a question for me. It can be about anything; planning, venues, tips, etiquette, personal, etc. You can even leave a comment about my new blog! Whatever it is, I will have a great gift bag waiting for you to pick up at our Fillmore Studio. This isn't just for brides, there are many great discounts in these bags for salons, spas, skin care, photography sessions, jewelry, etc.

One thing, you must be local as most of the discounts are for local vendors here in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Happy Planning!

Article and Wedding in San Francisco Brides Magazine

I just received the online version of the new San Francisco Brides Magazine due out later this month, and was pleased to see Loralie + Kevin's wedding from November featured in their article about smaller weddings. These photos were taken by the fabulous husband and wife team, Joel and Cara Flory. We just loved this wedding with it's simplistic nature and amazing colors, especially against the dark skies that day. Their guests really enjoyed the true San Francisco feel and the bride and groom got to spend time with all their guests on their special day.

Make sure to pick up a copy of this region specific magazine, or register for a free copy here.

Happy Planning!

kathryn

The $15K Diamond Ring Scavenger Hunt

This event sounds like so much fun! David Clay Jewelers is giving away a $15K diamond ring, and the way you win it... is you have to find it! It is a scavenger hunt through San Francisco taking place on Saturday June 20th. Here are some details:

A $15,000 diamond ring has been hidden somewhere in San Francisco and it’s up to you to find and keep it! The David Clay Diamond Dash is a city-wide treasure hunt brought to you by David Clay Jewelers as part of our 30 year Anniversary Celebration! In this high-tech treasure hunt, all of the clues and riddles will be delivered via text message right to your cell phone! Any cell phone, any model, on any carrier can play! And playing is totally FREE! However, spots are limited and you must win a spot to participate. Read more and apply for your spot below. The David Clay Diamond Dash will also be raising money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training. If your team scores above 50 points (we're sure you can do it!), we'll donate $5 on your behalf to this great cause. So, be sure to invite your friends!

So enter today to win a spot in the hunt, and I can't wait to see what team wins this amazing prize!

Happy Planning!
kathryn

San Anselmo Bridal Walk | June 21st

San Anselmo Bridal Walk
Sunday June 21st 11am-5pm

Join us on San Anselmo Avenue for a day of cake tastings, trunk shows, hairstyle demos, special offers, drawings and more.

San Anselmo offers “one stop shopping” for the Bride-to-be; Everything from Bakeries, Bridal salons, Caterers, Florists, Stationers, Jewelers and Beauty Salons to Accomodations and Event sites. We will be rolling out the red carpet for brides, grooms and their friends and family. Stroll through town, tasting and sipping along the way.

Call Shadows for event info and registration. 415-459-0574 or Email for reservations.

Happy Planning!

kathryn

Get Into the Waxing Habit

Summer and wedding season is finally here! It is exciting and also daunting for some to get back in their swimsuits, or getting ready to depart on their honeymoon in Bali. This time of year calls for a trip to the waxing wonderland that is Habit. I have been seeing Carrie since she opened in 2005, and I cannot tell you how many compliments I get on my brows. Carrie and her girls at Habit have the waxing world down to a science, and use many different waxes to work with every skin type and hair type.

Whether you are looking for a full leg, arm or bikini area wax, this is the place to go. You can relax with a glass of vino, sit back in the plush chair and listen to funky tunes while you gab with any of these talented ladies. One of best parts about the experience is that you can make your appointments online, even in the middle of the night when you finally have time to do something for yourself!

Check them out at Habit, 1905 Union Street Suite 1 (at Laguna), San Francisco, CA 94123. www.waxhabit.com

Happy Planning!
kathryn