I do - my wedding blog

I found some possible stamps for the invites (well the non-international ones). I liked the idea of using older stamps, but it is just too fiddly. These album cover ones come out in January and we would be happy to use most of them on the envelopes. The design classics stamps could add another layer of 'London' to the thing.

I'm compromising on something.  While I'm not being a bridezilla (as far as I know), I am being quite singleminded in terms of most of the decisions. This is, however, because it takes me so long to make a decision, so I can't cope with then having people changing my mind. I mentioned previously that my mum didn't like the idea of me wearing coloured shoes. So after a discussion, I've decided I will have a pair of proper ivory satin heels for the ceremony and during the day, which I can then kick off for the evening and switch into a pair of coloured flats! Everyone wins! I know I won't survive in heels all day anyway, especially if I want to have a dance. (I since found out that my MIL likes the idea of coloured shoes, but I guess that's not enough) Some pretties: Wedding shoes by smomo on Polyvore.com Items in this set: Theaccessoryboutique.com , 55 GBP Allbackgrounds.com Hattie - Rainbow Club , 75 GBP Dolly - Rainbow Club , 69 GBP COL...

I went to meet the caterers/ venue organisers this week, and we discussed all the details, inlcuding some menu choices. But one thing which stuck with me was that they did a wedding recently which used bunting. I had quite fancied this, having seen some lovely pics from elsewhere but now I'm thinking seriously. Some inspiration... This last one is in my colours Looks like there is plenty of choice on zig zag , not on the high street ,  as well as adventino ,and the cotton bunting company . Or another diy project... Images from flickr users holster , Laura-Elizabeth , deadheaduk , dangermain , and imedagoze , plus  the cotton bunting company

I quite like the idea of cookies as a favour (I'm still not sure about favours, they are the one thing I have no ideas about). We were given a box of biscuiteers biscuits when we got engaged, which were so pretty and yummy. So that got us thinking about giving cookies. But, as I love crafting, I thought we could do our own! It is easy to find cookie cutters in any shape you want. But I hadn't seen these before: These are texture plates for cookies. You just ice them with fondant or buttercream icing and once it has hardened, you put the plate on top and roll over it, leaving a lovely textured pattern. So clever and saves all the fiddly decorating business! I'm quite tempted. Images from biscuiteers and cookiecutter.com

I love cupcakes - It's no secret I might even try and sneak along to the Hummingbird bakery or Lola's on Saturday while J is at the football We're not having them at the wedding as plans go so far, but I quite liked this place setting idea I saw on the Wedding channel's diy blog Or this one from One charming party (with tutorial) Or maybe we could just have some of Bakerella's cupcake pops

This is just meant to be a quick catch up of what's been going on this last couple of weeks, just so you know I haven't been sitting back doing nothing (just next to nothing) so it covers a bit of everything. I've been getting in touch with a few photographers - I can tell this is going to be one of the major sticking points of the planning. We don't have a huge budget for the photos as we are not huge photo people. The disappointment of not having the one photographer we really wanted also makes it a bit harder. The other difficulty is the approved list, where we have to start our search (or pay commission to the venue). I've got the contact details for the dress designer friend-of-a-friend, so I can get that going. Which is just as well because my mum decided to come out and tell me that she didn't really like THE DRESS! (don't get me started on that one!) Shopping with my sister today I managed to convince her of the coloured shoes thing. J and mum don...

Chatting weddings, as I do, with J while we were watching Four Weddings... We were discussing what we thought of the communal/ interactive elements of the day. We have one idea which is still a surprise even to family and will not be announced until much closer to the time. But, in terms of guest books and favours, we're not convinced. We're just not into the soppy messages which get blurted out at every wedding everyone goes to, with perhaps a name change if you are lucky (yes, we are quite a cynical couple), but also do not see the point in something we are only going to look at a couple of times ever. So I set myself the task of looking at alternatives: from style me pretty from kiss the groom J liked the idea of the photo booth or polaroid guest book - which kills both the guest comment and photo birds with one stone. I think I forget that he doesn't scour the wedding blogs/ magazines like I do and hasn't seen this however many times I have. All those others who are...

I love maps (yes, I'm a geek) as does J (yes, he's a geek too!) but I never considered combining them with my wedding! This great post at project wedding shows how it can be done with flair - and diy!

So I don't think I'd have the patience to do this on however many chairs we might have, but it looks so pretty! Via Style me pretty

We went to Ikea on Friday night - I know, wild! It was quite enjoyable (unusual for Ikea) probably because it was Friday night and REALLY quiet, but also because we were only shopping for odds and ends. Anyway, I did spot these potted sunflowers for less than £2.50 each! I think they would make a nice start for centrepieces - so less than £2o for all of them! I would probably need to buy them now while they have them but knowing how bad I am at keeping plants alive I think I'd have to get my mum to look after them. Image from Ikea

I'm rubbish at decision making, I am just the most indecisive person ever. I've spent the last 11 months looking at pretty pictures and not really making any decisions at all. Well that's what I thought. When I sat down and worked through all the possible things I had to think about, a lot more is decided than I had realised. We know the church (booked), reception venue (to be booked this week), and bridal party. So the important things are done. I also have ideas about my dress, bridesmaid dresses, hen do, flowers, invites, The only major things to decide are the menu and the table/venue decor. The other things are all (relatively) minor, although some of these are decided too. So that makes me feel a lot better. We just have to keep up the good work.

We might (might) organise our wedding date tomorrow! Yay! I was on my friend's hen weekend this last couple of days. It was worth all the hard work organising it, as she had a great time. I'll add some more info soon But, anyway, the sun has finally arrived for the year (hopefully) and it has got me thinking about a more summery outlook for our reception. Images from zigzag bunting and Martha

I had a badge collection when I was a kid, and so when I spotted some in the new Brides (UK) magazine got me thinking. So I went on a search as you can see. All I need now is to get a badgemaking machine. Ebay here I come... Sources: SoScone on Etsy, Hunters Hideaway on Etsy, Kate* on Flickr, Button Empire on Etsy

Everywhere I go, I keep seeing cake stands. Not just multi layered afternoon tea types, but also lovely raised platters and domes. A few lovely examples: Pottery Barn The White Company I think this is my current favourite, although the picture doesn't do it justice. Habitat Pottery Barn Habitat Signature now and then - it comes in various colours both bright and pastel Habitat Laura Ashley - enamel with punched butterflies Clara French Laura Ashley Potluck studios on Give simple Laura Ashley

That's what they call this range. I spotted these things in bhs today, on special offer. Slightly unusual, not their normal kind of stuff, but pretty none the less. Not what I'm looking for for my wedding, but I could imagine them looking lovely. And at bargain prices too!

I keep spotting lovely necklaces everywhere, I don't know that they are all great for weddings and I realise it is quite a little detail to be thinking about when I haven't got ANYTHING else sorted out yet! Maybe I'll buy one just to wear now... Such a pretty necklace by Lisa Galbardy on asos (of all places!) Everlasting love necklace by Lauren Ridley Our shared forename initial! Lovely. From Mon amour jewellery on Etsy. Plenty more on their non-etsy website too. Mama Beth Bling on Etsy - personalised with names and a choice of colour of pearl Nick Hubbard - Love & Kisses