Details are all falling into place. Still tons to do but you know what, I still love wedding planning. Am I insane to be saying that 10 days before the wedding? Or perhaps I am in total and utter denial. Hmmm….
Anywhoo, I got my garters in the mail along with my dress monogram. And can I tell you just how much I love them!!! Ooodles and oodles!
I purchased all three from Handcrafted Creations. I highly, highly recommend her. You know that warm and fuzzy feeling you get when you meet someone who is passionate about their work and loves weddings almost as much as you do? Well this is definitely a warm and fuzzy moment! Victoria was very prompt in answering emails with my endless questions. I swear I had no idea there were so many options when it came to my garter. I ended up getting a Eiffel tower charm for my garter. Super cute! 
It was so exciting receiving them in the mail. I was thinking of “breaking them in” or is that a silly notion that I thought up while I was dreaming about our wedding?
My garter and toss garter
My dress monogram.
Thank goodness my mom and MOH can sew. Otherwise we would be in big trouble.
Those are so neat!!! What a great way to make things uniquely you!!!
interesting. a dress monogram…does that replace the brand/label on the dress? or sew it somewhere else? its pretty!
Are you wearing TWO garters?
Cute. Expensive tho.
The one I tossed for our wedding was subsequently tossed again by the gal who caught mine. Hope the tradition is passed along!
Agree w/ what I think M35 is getting at, though: I wouldn’t have put my own initials on the one being tossed to someone else (extra expense and why would they want another person’s initials on it?).
Tofu- yes it will replace my dress tag. You could really sew it on anywhere.
M35- I was going to wear my toss garter during the reception and the other one for Mr Jelly Beans. :)p
Moi- the monogram was free for the second garter so not an extra expense. I wasnt really gearing it for them to pass along, great idea though. More like a momento of our wedding.
For the monogram, is that your maiden initials or your married initials? just wondering, i think it is cute but what would i put, DH last initial or mine?
Thank you Thank you Thank you - I had been looking for a dress tag, and I just bought mine today “Something blue” - YAY ($25 is less than I expected!)
I LOVE the garters, and have already put in my request for an estimate. How much did you pay for yours? I am so excited!!!
Well - hello there I just found out about your lovely blog from a client who told me about you
It has warmed my heart to read all the lovely things you said about the Garters and Dress tag. It was a pleasure to serve you “Miss Jelly Bean” 
You were sweet then and still are as I see.
I wish you all the best in your upcoming Marriage!!! Keep that Love alive always!
Sincerely,
Victoria Joanne
PS - hope you don’t mind me butting in here
hi i enjoyed the read
Hi, i enjoy reading your posts, we have three things in common, first we’re filipinos, second , we;re both Canucks gals, and third well, we are both crazy bride to be’s! (is it our fault that we love every thing about Weddings? oui oui?)
I love ur invitations.. i was also considering buying my wedding invitations in the Philippines, can you tell me where uve done yours? did you order them online? I really love invitations in boxes and last time i asked for the price, they said its around 400 pesos which means 9 bucks a box..
yikes!.
Thanks a lot, and i cant wait to read more of your posts.
We thought you were marrying a jellybean. But then we realised you are also a jellybean so agree you may have our blessing. Good day and may you have wonderful jelly-filled lives together. love from sam and cate xxx
ps we don’t know you we were just googling ‘mr jelly bean’
Hi Alexe,
Sorry for the late reply seems to be my mantra these days!
I am so glad that my posts are being read by someone… hahaha! Go Flip Canucks!!!!
I ordered my invites from Spyderworks in the Philippines. I must admit they didnt end up cheap if you consider shipping and mailing costs but that was one of my oops-splurge!
Hi Count Jellybean,
Thank you for the your blessing and warm wishes! As inducted relatives, we send you all the best as well…
How do I contact Spyderworks for wedding invitations?
Mrs. Jelly Beans, Ottawa
Age and Occupation: 28, Pediatric Registered Nurse and full time bride to be
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 28, Investor and very supportive groom to be
Engagement Date: July 7, 2005
Wedding Date: August 25, 2007
Blogging Since: June 20, 2007
Venue: Cathedral Ceremony and Rooftop Tent Reception
Honeymoon: Italy
About Me: I have been in wedding planning mode since Mr. Jelly Beans popped the question almost two years ago. I am a very dorky and sentimental person. I love laughing and living life alongside my husband-to-be. We have been in a long distance relationship for over 6 years - he is in California and I am presently in Canada, so you can imagine how excited we both are for our upcoming wedding.
Those garters are so pretty!