Today we had a little gathering of my favorite girls. This is one amazing bunch of  women. People who work with brides must just be a special breed, because this industry is loaded with some incredible women. I have made so many friends through my work, it is simply hard to believe.  Here we all are in a big group shot, we had two cake bakers, 5 photographers, 5 wedding coordinator’s,one flower preservationist, and several girls who represent wedding venues or restaurants.  Its the first time I have brought all my wedding girlfriends together and it was so much fun.   I am so lucky to know all of these remarkable women.

Here are two super cute girls and they are awesome planners. Lisa Schulz, The Posh Planner, and Maria Cooke {Ritzy Bee }

I love this photo of Joylyn and Designer Debbie, these girls were clearly having a little fun.

Rocio Diaz A Piece of Cake was happy to have a little time with Grace.  Rocio brought us chocolate cake and we are talking seriously phenomenal cake.

This picture is of my good friend Cara Berger, Celebrations by Cara and her adorable Annie, with the truly incredible Betty Franzen of Waterford Past Thymes ( she hogged Grace the whole day and she has every right to )and Designer Debbie.

I love this picture of Carrie from the Lightfoot Restaurant.  She looks a little Irish to me.

I arrived at the National Conference Center tonight to visit with my friend Sharon Meyer she is the Director of Catering.

Waiting for me was a passport.  It looks like I am going on a little vacation.

This is me, Holly Heider Chapple of Holly Heider Chapple Flowers LTD.

Jennifer from Fandango whisked me away on a sailing trip.

Cast of  Thousands was providing entertainment for guests on the island.  I think this is one native who does not know how to swim.  My friends from Capital Party Rental  were happy to spend time with him though. Stacy on the left was one of my brides. Meaning I did her wedding flowers.

Much to my surprise I found The Posh Planner, Lisa Schulz. The heat was really getting to her so she was having a little ice cream.  Lisa never has to worry about fitting in to her skinny jeans.

We went in search of some music and found just the right sound when we found Kevin Oliver from Olivera Music and Entertainment.

Much to my surprise I ran in to yet another one of my brides. Lacy O’Donnell and hubby are still honeymooning after all of this time. Lacy owns Milestones a event planning company.

It was so nice to get away from the cold and hit the beach,the atmosphere was perfect. I am so glad we all got to take a trip, and just before the wedding season starts. Now everyone is rested up and ready for the March of brides. Here they come.

Yesterday I was sent a beautiful inspiration board. It truly got me inspired and what I want to see are boards that include my flowers. So I decided I would start a little game. Spread the word.  Here are the rules.

1. Send inspiration boards to my email address and I will put them up as a blog for all of us to view.

2. The board must include some of Holly Heider Chapple Flowers designs. You can get these from my website or my blog. This is a great way for me to see my designs, used in a new way.

3. You must make your entry by June 1st. The decision will be announced by June 15th.

4. You do not have to be one of my brides but you do have to be a real bride and willing to disclose your wedding venue so that I can verify your wedding.

5. The winning board will be decided by myself and my team of designers. I may also bring in a few ringers like wedding photographers and wedding coordinators. Readers can also vote for their favorite entry through email.

The Prize:  A $100.00 gift certificate for flowers from Holly Heider Chapple Flowers LTD. or a $100.00 gift certificate to my booth at On A Whim Antiques. You can choose from furniture to home decor at this location. 

   

 

 

We are so excited to share news about an upcoming {unique} DC area wedding event we are proudly taking part of with wedding expert Anne Chertoff and some of DC's most talented wedding vendors!

If you are a new bride-to-be in the DC area and starting to plan your big day, you must read about this valuable wedding event you will not want to miss…

I’m Getting Hitched!

Now that you’ve said “I will”…come meet, mingle and hear wedding expert Anne Chertoff and the best of DC’s wedding vendors give you inside tips and advice on getting organized and planning to say “I do”!

Get inspired with event décor, sample cocktails & decadent sweets, win fabulous raffle prizes and take home a wonderful assortment of goodies too

Featuring: Hitched Salon, Design Cuisine, Ritzy Bee Events, Kate Headley Photography, Humanstory Films, K. Rose Cakes, Laura Bateman make up, Laura Hooper Calligraphy, Holly Heider Chapple Flowers and more…

When: Thursday, March 19, 2009 6 pm – 8 pm

Where: Hitched Salon {located in Georgetown} 1523 Wisconsin Ave, NW Washington, DC 2007

Register: The event is complimentary and you must register to attend. Space is very limited and open to brides + 1 guest only.

Please RSVP early to: fromiwilltoido@gmail.com with your first & last name, wedding date, email, phone, mailing address and guest’s name

Questions: Please email info@ritzybee.com

{Fabulous map and calligraphy by Laura Hooper Calligraphy!} 

We can't wait to see you there!


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