Monday 18 January 2010

Bridal Shower/hens

It's 5 days to go! Thanks for your beautiful comments. I never really thought we had a sweet story but I guess re reading that makes me really love our story.

I'm sorry I haven't been around but it's getting so close now and it's all happening. I had my bridal shower/hens on Saturday. Friday night Laura slept over and Melly was there too. We had this massive girly chat into the early hours of the morning. It was great! I haven't had a girly chat like that in soo long. I felt like I was back at school because we were laughing so much. I know that once I'm married I do not want to lose those girly chats.

As I mentioned I had my bridal shower/hens on Saturday. It was absolutely beautiful! It was more of an intimate gathering which I prefer over a large group because I get to spend time with them.

Here are some photos....... All taken from Liz's facebook. Various people took the photos.

Me with most of my brides maids. One is missing because she was off in Melbourne for the Australian Open tennis.

These are Laura's pretty lanterns. She used them for her wedding centre pieces. I'm thinking of borrowing them and putting butterflies like it is here. We also had some lanterns hanging off the pergola. Very pretty.
Another lantern and the pretty heart confetti.

Liz my matron of honour and I. She bought me a sash, badge and tiara of course :)

Crowning me.

Lovely Laura and I.

Gift time....reading the lovely cards. I truly did not expect to get anything.

The toilet paper wedding dress game.

I was being turned into a mummy. I couldn't walk in the end result.

Alice was portrayed as a hippy, boho bride. She's a friend from high school.

The back of my toilet paper wedding dress.

It was a really lovely day. We ate food and talked, some had facials and mini manicures. It was just a really relaxed fun day. I had my hair trial that afternoon too. I love my beautiful girls. They make everything so special.

Sorry I haven't been visiting blog lately. There's been so much happening. We are now officially house owners! We got the keys to our townhouse yesterday! It was so exciting and we are slowly moving things over. Though we dumped a bunch of boxes in the dark last night because our electricity is not hooked up yet.

Anyway, I will hopefully be able to do another post before the weekend. Eeeeeee!! 5 days!!



49 comments:

Micaela said...

only 5 days away?! WOW!!! and already homeowners.

i am SOOOO EXCITED for you Gracie and i'm SO glad i met you before your huge life moment.

what a fun bridal shower. Your girls are beautiful (and quite talented with TP! ha).

speaking of beautiful, you're going to make a beautiful bride. can't wait to hear all about it gracie.

ps. those butterflies on the lanterns are a perfect touch. x

Karen said...

The paper toilet dress game looks fun. XD

thegirlhassparke said...

5 DAYS!!! Oh my goodness you must be so excited! I hope you have an absolutely beautiful day.
Your hens night looked lovely, i think intimate gatherings are always nice.
Yay for house keys. Congrats xx

Chocolate Lover said...

This is so exciting! Looks like you guys had a blast!

Yelena said...

wow.. 5 days?? how exciting!! :)
that looks like a fabulous briday shower.. you look so gorgeous.. all glowy and happy! :) stunning photos! :)

Shannon said...

Wow only 5 days?! It's going to fly by. I'm so excited for you!

Pretty Zesty said...

Lovely photos! The best of luck...

ps I have a giveaway on my blog. stop by if you can!

Sara said...

YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL! I am sure you know that!! all of you are, in fact.

I am seriously excited for you :)

littletiara said...

Oh dear! Oh dear! So I disappeared but you know I can't let myself leave the fun stuff!

1. It's five days away! (or is it four now?) ahh..! Yet another beginning! And i'm soo much in love with this much dose of romance and anxiety! X) thump thump thum fun! Hee..

2. Ah, i can't see the pics because i'm using my phone right now, but i'm sure it was heaps of fun!

3. Thank you for answering my question! Aww.. You know i envy you.. He really does seem like the one for you to spend the rest of your lifetime with.. I'm blushing here I don't even know why, all this romance swept me off my feet. I feel like finding my own jason right now.. Ahaha..

Iva Messy said...

OMG!! 5 Days?!?! wow wow wow!!! so exciting!! such a beautiful shower full of beautiful friends!!

alli/hooray said...

What a lovely shower. The TP dresses were the cutest!

molly said...

those lanterns are beautiful! and i used to play that toilet paper game! only in school, we were supposed to be mummies, not brides. i like the bride idea better!

Caro said...

You are glowing. I cant wait to see your wedding pictures :)

alexandria leigh said...

haha looks like you had a great time! i can't believe you are getting married in 5 days! less than a week! i'm so excited for you and i am half way around the world!

Born to be Mrs. Beever said...

Oh my goodness! Your big day is this next weekend! How exciting...I can't wait to keep up with you and watch it all unfold. Your bridal party will be beautiful...what gorgeous ladies. And so happy that you had such a wonderful party this past Saturday. I can't wait for mine in just about a month now!

Caroline said...

Yay for your wedding... 5 days how exciting!! I am so excited for you!! That toilet paper dress was really good... I loved that it had a bow. Enjoy every moment of your wedding day... Much love!!! xo

_ffyona said...

You are glowing away sweetie! Happiness is shown all over your face! And i think your toilet paper wedding dress is kinda cute and pretty too! And congrats for the house! Can't wait to see how you are gonna be doing it up. You know i am such a house person! Lol.

xoxo.

julialow said...

Thanks for your thoughts and prayers, Gracie. They mean a lot! (:

Five days, and I'm so excited for you! You're getting married on the very same day as my early birthday celebration and I will definitely think of you throughout the day, and what a beautiful bride you are!

Yayy, house owners! Congratulations! I thought the bit about moving boxes in the dark was pretty comical and cute! Hehe.

Take care Gracie! God bless you and Jason. x

Lisa said...

only 5 days!!

Have a lovely day and all the best for you and Jason in the future,

Lovely photos as usual you are all so photogenic

I cannot wait to see the wedding photos xx

Sari Kotokunnaalta said...

Oh, your party looked like so much fun! You must be so excited for your wedding. Waiting or pics. ;)

Cassie said...

Oooo I feel like I am getting a little excited for you!

You looked stunning - your dress is just gorgeous so can't wait to see your wedding dress lovely.

Have a wonderful prep week xx

Anonymous said...

yay!! you are beautiful! can't believe you only have 5 days left.

ClaireLines said...

I'm so sorry I couldn't make it, Gracie! It looks like everyone had a lovely time. I'm so so excited for Sunday! :D :D :D I love the lanterns, where did Laura get them? xxxx

paula said...

what fun. you look beautiful.

Anastasia said...

Hi sweet girl
im going away tommorow night so wont get a chance to say 'All the best' for the weekend but I cant wait to hear all about it!!
ive got a little something for you and Jason coming your way...have the most splendid day and lots of love and good wishes from me to both of you!!!

nicole mountz said...

5 DAYS!!!?? gracieee i am so excited and happy for you! i wish i could be there to do something special for you. ill have ot think of something... from across the world.. hehe:) i love u and i hope you have the best tiem ever! xoxoox im giving u a huge hug!

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

You all looked just beautiful. What a lovely shower. I can't believe your big day is so close. WOW!

Cara Kuhl said...

have so much fun ~ I think your wedding day is one of the best in your life!
congratulations!!

Anonymous said...

That is the best toilet paper weddding dress I have ever seen, I almost want it as a real dress. :)

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding.. Wow, 5 days...so EXCITING!! You are going to make such a beautiful bride and I wish both of you a wonderful, magical life together.

Yay, for house keys too!

Much love,
Amy

http://thebargainhunterextraordinaire.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

congratulations. i wish you the best!

Alyssa said...

I hope you have an amazing day on Saturday!

You are going to make a stunning bride x

Rhianne said...

I hope you have the best day ever :)

Looks like you had a fantastic hen party to start it all off with!

Geezees Custom Canvas Art said...

Just wanted to stop by and say Congrats on getting married soon! Love the paper dresses...too cute!

Anonymous said...

Best wishes on your wedding day! I hope it is amazing. I love the way your toilet paper dress turned out.

Selma @ Crazy Little World Of Mine said...

Just wanted to stop by. Congratulations on getting married soon! The toilet paper dress is too cute! :) Congratulations again. Have fun!!! :D

Unknown said...

Best wishes on your wedding!!!!
(I follow nicole addison at my teacups in peony's blog and she is fabulous, so I'm following you now too :)

Lauren @The Little Things We Do.... said...

Hi. I popped over from myteacupsinpeony and just wanted to say hello and congrats and don't forget to pause and enjoy this time because it'll be over before you know it. Wishing you a lovely wedding but even mire importantly a beautiful marriage afterward!

megmichelle said...

Congratulations! What an exciting time you are experiencing. :)

Maddy said...

Stopping by to wish you all the best on your special day!! You're going to make a very beautiful bride!! Congrats on your special day :)
~Maddy

jackiek said...

i just found your blog! congrats on your big day! i look forward to lots and lots of pictures :)

nice to meet you!
jackie

purplemonkey732.blogspot.com

chelsea rebecca said...

GOOD LUCK and CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

Ali said...

Stopping over from Nicole's blog to wish you luck and congrats and all that good stuff! :)

Andhari said...

1. Cingrats for your house
2. Those bridal shower pics look amazing and you're so adorable with that dress!

Honey Bee said...

CONGRATULATIONS, YET AGAIN.
I wish you both a lifetime of happiness and love together.
Mwuah.

defining amy said...

congrats!! you will make a beautiful bride. have a perfectly wonderful day.

Melissa Blake said...

Hi, I just found your blog and love it!!! Congrats on the wedding!!!

Anonymous said...

fun pictures!!!!
AREN'T YOU EXCITED!!?!!?!?! omg!!!

Leeann @ Join the Gossip said...

Congrats! Looks like you had a blast =)

Love those lanterns!!

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