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Our wedding morning turned out to be lovely, but I’m not gonna lie, there were definitely a few loose ends to tie up while we were getting pretty.
Luckily we had just the friends & family to blow, sew, tow and tie up those ends for us. And they did so with bakers twine, love, champagne, grace and a lot of laughs:
And yes, I really did bust out the paint in the midst of getting ready…
Meanwhile BM Nami attempted to tie up our giant and unwieldy heart balloons.
I’m sure she is laughing in disbelief that she flew 5500 miles for this…
Lil’ Stripe was a brave woman to man the helium tank. That thing scared me! Oh! And remember our crappy rental company? They didn’t fail us on our wedding morning either—after blowing up 2 balloons, the helium tank was empty. No joke. The girls had to drive over and pick up a new one, which they tried charging us for. Real winners those guys…
My handsome nephew, Michael, wrangled the balloons…
which quickly took over our living room and mesmerized my little niece.
BM J (& bump) sewed elastic on the bow ties I’d whipped up in some lastminutesleepdeprived frenzy. Obviously I’d lost my mind, because it didn’t occur to me to just get bow tie clips from the fabric store. Duh.
We were boring, so the bow ties went and hung out with W Stripes’ bouquet, which I’d tossed together first thing in the am. Maybe even pre-coffee…
Our cat Piper stood watch over W Stripes’ shoes.
Then we posed for our paparazzi (Hi Mom!)…
And got a few touch ups. (Thanks Andre!)
And then our amazing photographer got in on the action and helped transport some of the aforementioned unwieldy balloons off to our venue to take bridal portraits! (!!)
Did you craft on your wedding morning?
Are you wondering what the hell is going on here? :
*All photos by the amazing Kirsten Ellis
Loving your re-caps! Your wedding looks so fun, stylish and full of love! And a gorgeous couple to boot! 
Not married *yet*, but I know the morning of will be a frenzy. We’re DIYing all of our flowers, so I think that morning will be flower duty. (they’re hydrangeas, so I don’t want them to be all wilty!)
But the wedding isn’t until the nighttime, so I think it’ll be fine.
I love the balloons!!!! its amazing that you were relaxed enough to get everything done! It all looks so fabulous
aw. I love that pic of you, wifey and friend in the middle with the balloons cut off on top. It’s great! =)
Family and friends definitely made our wedding as well.
Lovely, as per usual. And I surprised by how many similarities there are between our weddings-the colors, huge balloons, Ikea striped fabric, jelly heart shoes . . .
I love the balloons… Wait, I love it all! Enjoying every minute of your recaps, Stripes!
we too are using giant balloons. Not sure how we’re going to transport them hehe
You have amazing friends and your niece is to cute for words!
Everyone crafted up a love storm! What a great group of friends and family.
I am digging the balloons. And I am in love with your wedding. And the fact that your pets stand guard over you and your belongings.
As always, I just love everything about your wedding. I am a little embarrassed to admit, but I have been reading the blog here for over 3 years. I can honestly say your wedding has been a joy to see and one of my all time favorites. I can’t always see the real love and pure admiration between couples in their recaps, but everything you post just makes me smile. Thank you for sharing!
Not that you guys aren’t lovely nor those huge balloons fantastic, but that niece of yours + her her little dress are ADORABLE!!!!
I love the ballons and your little niece. No crafting the morning of my weding but I did go to the bank and try to add my husbabnd/alert them of my name change on my account.
I love everything about your wedding (: each post I love it more and more!
I want to meet your pretty kitty! So fluffy and beautiful!
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Ms. Stripes, Los Angeles Age and Occupation: 29, Costume Designer/Stylist Fiancee's Age and Occupation: 29, Chef Engagement Date: June 23, 2009 Wedding Date: September 2010 Venue: Heritage Square Museum About Me: I’m a type A creative with a messy streak, a loud mouth, and an uncanny knack for combining clashing patterns. I can usually be found with my nose in a book, my feet (or at least my toes) on the ground, my head in the clouds, and my arm around the prettiest girl you ever saw- aka Fiancee Stripes. Together we’re planning a FUN vintage/modern French carnival wedding extravaganza and rockin’ dance party on a dime. (Say that three times fast!) Good coffee, long lists, Uniball pens, and my iPhone keep me sane, and making art, making trouble, and making out keep me happy! I love urban adventures, bike rides that end with afternoon drinks, breakfast for dinner, beautiful light, photography, travel, my furry family, and of course, my beautiful fiancee! I’m super excited to be here and can’t wait to share all our adventures as we craft a joyful, budget-friendly, design-savvy and all-around AWESOME wedding!
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