Austin & I recorded our own version of "The Wedding Song" by Kenny G. He played piano and I played flute. We will play it during the seating of the grandparents, mothers, and bridal party processional.

My maid of honor, Rosemary, was a vocal major in college. She has sung at a few of our friends' weddings in the past, and I knew I wanted her to sing a song at my wedding, too! She will be singing "Forever Love" by Francesca Battistelli. It's such a beautiful song, and I really think our guests will love her performance! :)

We have several family members who cannot attend our wedding, mainly due to illness. We also have some family members and friends who have passed away in the last few years. I wanted to do something to recognize them, although they are either no longer with us or couldn't be there that day. My mother's good friend suggested that we light a candle before the ceremony to represent these people who are missing in body, but present in spirit. I loved the idea, so I will borrow a glass hurricane candle holder either from her or from my grandmother. (similar to the picture) We will put purple, pink & white marbles around the candle. I think it will be very pretty, and I love the idea of honoring our loved ones.

I bought these on sale at Michael's. My original plan was to use these to say "Bride" & "Groom" before I fell in love with the chair sashes from I Do Originals! Now I plan to use these for "Reserved" signs - I have several pairs!

Sorry the pic is so small and blurry!

My mother is obsessed with baskets! I knew I wouldn't have to worry about finding baskets for the programs, bathroom baskets, etc. I really would like our programs to be in a Nantucket Basket, if they are not placed on the seats.

Photo credit: Knottie walknbytheh2o (check out her bio - I was at her wedding, and everything was GORGEOUS!)