Paperless Post for the Holidays!

If you’re hosting a holiday party, whether it be for business or personal, and you don’t have time to send paper invitations, consider Paperless Post! We recently sent a holiday card, and Christmas Day invitation, and found Paperless Post to be a wonderful time saver. With so many options to choose from, you have endless […]

Refill Your Cup Was Fabulous!

On the evening of September 5th, 2019, many beautiful women gathered for an evening of rest and relaxation. When Joanne first envisioned Refill Your Cup, she imagined a gathering that would replenish and rejuvenate. Being a small business owner and the primary caregiver for her own mother, she knew she would be refilling her own […]

The Latest Invites from Paperless Post!

When Paperless Post sends us an invitation, we stand up and take notice! We are absolutely in love with their beautiful designs for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, you name it! Having the option of sending an email or a traditional paper invitation is up to you. Their choices are available either way and will add a […]

Joan and Mark

There is something to be said for a spring wedding. Beautiful trees, sunny days, and pink peonies. Of course, it’s even better when you have a gorgeous wedding to celebrate. Joan and Mark were married on May 25, 2019 at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, Pittsburgh, PA. The reception was afterwards at Kimpton Hotel Monaco […]

Style Your Wedding with Vintage Alley

It was a beautiful day when I ventured down to 60 Greenway Drive, in the heart of the West End, to meet with Trish, the owner of Vintage Alley. Every time I saw one of her Instagram posts, I wanted to go and see her. Finally, I was on my way! Trish greeted me warmly […]

Do You Need a Wedding Coordinator?

We are amazed at the number of brides who confess they did not have a wedding coordinator (and wish afterwards they had). If you are spending over $15-20K on your wedding, you should consider doing yourself a favor and hire a coodinator. A “day of coordinator” will cost your budget between $1000- $1500 but will […]

Ashley and Nick

I have known Ashley for at least a dozen (if not more) years. She is like a daughter to me. Over time, I’ve watched her mature and overcome many life challenges. When Ashley told me she was getting married, I knew the groom had to be something special. I met Nick just once and I […]

Nina and Brandon

Nina and Brandon were married on November 10, 2018. The wedding was held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Ambridge, PA and included a traditional Orthodox Christian ceremony. We all watched the exchange of wedding crowns, sharing of the common cup, and walking around the matrimonial altar three times. It was beautiful. Kelly Lester […]

Tracey + Jake

What happens when two wonderful people you already know get engaged? You offer to help them of course! It was this way when Tracey and Jake announced their engagement. Of course, Joanne (owner of KDE) was happy to oblige two of her most favorite friends! Tracey and Jake were very proactive in their search for […]

Planning a Barn or Outdoor Wedding? Consider the Weather.

When it’s October in Pittsburgh, Pa, the temperatures here can range from 50 or 60 degrees during the day and into the freezing temperatures by nightfall. Blink and the weather will change- this is Pittsburgh! It is also a city where if you are planning an outdoor event you must factor in the weather. We […]