The Wedded Bliss July/Aug 2018

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NORTHEAST TEXAS WEDDINGS

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4...................... .Amber Weatherford + Jacob McClain 5...................... .Casee Forman + Zane Kirkpatrick 6...................... .Makaia Prescott + Toby Hill 7...................... .Autumn Johnson + Clint Westmoreland 8...................... .Emily Shaver + Kourt Carroll 10................... .Kimberly Harkins + Andrew Emig 11................... .Ti'Ana Marshall + Kristopher London 13................... .Lauren Greer + Sean Smith 14................... .Skylar Horan + Connor Sharp

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"I cannot express enough how much I love my page in The Wedded Bliss. Your staff was friendly and great to work with on creating the perfect layout. Being featured in The Wedded Bliss magazine brightened my day almost as much as my wedding day did. I have always admired looking at all of the beautiful brides in the magazine over the years and dreaming of the day I would have my wedding published.

Trey and I are honored to be presented in The Wedded Bliss and will cherish this keepsake moment for the rest of our lives. Also, our wedding announcement in The Wedded Bliss was a great way for our loved ones that were unable to attend our wedding to still feel like they were a part of our wedding day. They too also have a copy of The Wedded Bliss with our announcement to treasure with us. Thank you for sharing our special moment."

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4 Summer Tips for the Bride-To-Be

SOMETHING FOR THE KIDS:

How to Keep Kids Entertained at Your Wedding

# YOUR WEDDING:

How to Create a Wedding Hashtag

GIFT REGISTRY CHECKLIST:

Wedding Gift Registry for the Modern Couple

WEDDING TIPS:

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Vendor Highlights MURPHEY THE JEWELER

BY CASSANDRA KEY

Arch Murphey opened Murphey the Jeweler in downtown Tyler in 1850. As one of the oldest retail establishments in East Texas, Murphey the Jeweler has played an important role in Tyler's retail history. Not only is it the oldest jewelry store in Texas, but the third oldest in the United States. This family operated business has always offered selections of American and Swiss watches, clocks, diamonds, estate jewelry, and one-of-a-kind pieces that are as unique as the customer who buys them.

industry. Their educated and dedicated

jewelry stores are more expensive than

staff includes an in-store jeweler, an in-

chain or “mall” stores and the internet, but

store certified watchmaker, two in-store

for Murphey the Jeweler, this is simply not

designers, and a certified gemologist from

true. For items of the same quality, they

the Gemological Institute of America.

are often comparable to, and sometimes less in price than their competition. This includes the beautiful and ever-changing selection of estate jewelry and the unique pieces that the customers help design.

“Since we love to design jewelry, especially for our customers, we do not carry many designer jewelry lines. We prefer to make one-of-a-kind pieces that thousands of other people will not also be wearing. We believe jewelry should be unique and a reflection of the individual who wears it.”

Future wedded couples will love the

With that being said, the store does offer

beautiful selection of engagement rings

selections from Parade Designs and Allison

and wedding bands (one for every budget).

Since Murphey the Jeweler is a small business, they select each piece of jewelry available in the showcases. They only buy one of each style so customers can be sure there will not be another ring just like theirs in the area. They are also proud to be able to offer custom made jewelry as well. They can design a wedding set from start to finish, or if you already have an engagement

“We love being able to help our customers with repairs and projects that no one else can do."

Kaufman Jewelry. Both designers are small companies who offer unique and expertly crafted jewelry that can be viewed on Murphey the Jeweler's website.

“We are often told that we have the most unique jewelry that our customers have seen. This is a great compliment because that is what strive for when picking out new pieces. Our customers tend to be trendsetters.”

“Whether it’s a $10.00 broken watch

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wedding tips

SUMMER BEAUTY TIPS FOR THE BRIDE-TO-BE

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BY CASSANDRA KEY

Summer may bring the two H’s (heat and humidity), but that doesn’t mean you have to stay inside to look beautiful. In fact, there’s a wealth of summer beauty tricks that’ll keep you looking and feeling like a mermaid in sparkling ocean water.

Lip Balm Ditch the Chapstick and smooth on a bit of coconut oil for a longlasting moisture effect.

Facial Scrub Just mix a bit of coconut oil with sea salt for a homemade exfoliate that leaves skin feeling fresh and

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clean. Plus, it smells amazing!

Beauty Tip #1: Coconut Oil No doubt you’ve heard about the miracles of coconut oil by now. Island dwellers call this magical fruit the fruit of life because it has so many incredible uses. Use it as:

Moisturizer Coconut oil contains SPF and nutrients like vitamin E, which helps even out skin tone and blemishes. It also has anti-aging properties and helps fight bacteria. Perfect for dabbing on dry patches of skin and as an after-sun soother. The oil absorbs quickly, so don’t worry if it feels greasy at first.

Conditioner If you have dry hair or just need a refresher after all those afternoons in the pool, rub coconut oil through your strands and use as a leave-in conditioner or give it a rinse. You can also apply it to the tips of hair as a split end remedy.

Beauty Tip #2: Sea Salt Spray Who doesn’t love those textured waves you get when you’ve spent all day in the surf and sand? Recreate those mermaid locks with this simple sea salt spray recipe courtesy of Free People:

1 cup warm water 1 tablespoon natural sea salt 2 teaspoons organic coconut oil 2 teaspoons aloe vera gel (straight from the plant, if possible) 5-10 drops essential oil of your choice DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients in an empty bottle, shake well, voila! Spritz onto damp hair, scrunch, and let air dry.

Beauty Tip #3: Lemon Highlighter Did you know that lemons can help you get those coveted hair highlights at a fraction of the cost? Just mix lemon juice with a bit of water and spritz onto your hair before going out into the sun. Then, pull up a lounge chair and your favorite beach read and let the sunlight kiss your tresses!

Lemons are also great for dandruff, but don’t overdo it, as it can also lead to dryness.

Beauty Tip #4: Rice Water Have you ever wondered how Asian women keep their youthful glow? One of their secrets lies in the power of rice.

Yep, rice water is a super gentle skin cleanser and contains vitamins like B1, C, and E and can help tighten pores and brighten skin. Here’s how to do it: First, rinse 1 cup of rice with water about four times to remove excess dirt, then place rice in a bowl, cover with water, and let sit for 15 minutes. After the 15 minutes are up, drain the rice and let the water accumulate into a clean bowl. To use as a facial cleanser, simply splash the water over your face and massage into the skin for about a minute. Store the remaining water in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

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HOW TO KEEP KIDS ENTERTAINED AT YOUR WEDDING

BY CASSANDRA KEY

For many couples, one of the biggest questions they ask themselves during writing the guest list is whether or not to invite kids to the wedding. On the one hand, they’re an extension of family and friends. On the other, they’re kids and kids tend to get bored and fussy. If you decide to invite the little ones to your big celebration, you’ll want to keep them just as happy and entertained as the other guests. Here are some ideas on how to keep the kiddos engaged and entertained during your wedding. (P.S. Your other guests will thank you for it!)

1. Include Them in the Wedding Activities. Kids love being part of the action and helping out the grown ups (it makes them feel grown up too!). Help them feel important by giving them a “job” like handing out programs or helping guests to their seats. You could even do something fun like give each kid an “official press pass” for them to wear and a disposable camera to take pictures with. Tell them they’re wedding photographers and let them have fun.

2. Kids Table. Setting up a special kids table (or several) will work wonders for keeping the little ones entertained –

especially during “boring” speech times. Include table games like coloring pages, puzzles, and activity books and make sure they have plenty of markers/crayons/pencils/etc. to get artsy with.

3. Goodie Bags. Fill up goodie bags for each child and place them at their seats to keep them entertained during the reception. You can include things like snacks, puzzles, small toys, bubbles, crayons, and activity books.

4. Games & Crafts. If the weather’s nice, set up a few outdoor games and activities like Twister, hula hoop, and Jenga. If you want to keep the activities inside, try a craft table and let the young guests create some wedding-themed crafts like making cards or DIY masks for a special kids only photo booth.

5. Kids Cave. Want to have a single space where all the kids can go and have fun? How about a kids cave? Fill it with beanbags, pillows, tables, and activities all ages can enjoy.

6. Movie Room. What better way to help the kids wind down at the end of the day than with a movie room? Add pillows and cushions for the little ones to relax on, hand out mini bags of popcorn, and pop in the movie.

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With the majority of couples using social media during their wedding festivities, it’s no wonder a plethora of hashtag generators has popped up all over the web. Couples who want their guests to snap photos and share to Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram love the hashtag for its ability to place all their big day photos in one place. All they have to do is type in the hashtag and voila! Every photo, tweet, and update is at their fingertips.

If you fall into this group and want to go social with your wedding, creating a hashtag can be a fun way to get your guests engaged while also creating an organization system for all the wedding-day photos your photographer might not capture.

Here are some tips on how to create a wedding hashtag that’s both unique and easy to use.

1. Use a Free Wedding Hashtag Generator It may be the “easy” way out, but it works! If you’re strapped for time or just want some ideas, use one of the many hashtag generators that are available for free. Storymix Media has a generator that creates and checks for existing hashtags.

2. Use Your Names Obvious or not, using you and your fiance’s first, last, or nicknames is an easy way to create a hashtag that’s personal.

Plus, using your names will make it easy for the guests to remember, which will lead to more uses.

3. Add a Date Including your wedding date numbers can further personalize your hashtag and make it more unique, which means it will be less likely to already be taken.

4. Make it Short and Sweet The longer and more complicated your wedding hashtag is, the more likely guests will get it wrong, if they even use it.

Try and keep it short, sweet, and to the point.

5. Capitalize the First Letters Have you ever seen a hashtag that had all lowercase letters and it took forever to figure out what it actually said? Steer clear from such complications by capitalizing the first letter of each word. For example, instead of using danandjennyforever, use DanAndJennyForever.

6. Make it Official Spread the word about your wedding hashtag by telling your bridal party and groomsmen. You should also put it on your save-the-dates, wedding website, and on a sign at the wedding to remind guests.

7. Have Fun Most of all, have fun when creating your hashtag and don’t overthink it. If something comes to mind right away, say it out loud, write it out; it probably came to you so quickly for a reason. If you’re having trouble thinking of a unique hashtag, use Pinterest to see what other couples have come up with for inspiration. Think about how your names can fit together and words that represent marriage. Put it all together, play with it, and have fun!

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WEDDING REGISTRY GIFT IDEAS |  THE WEDDED BLISS  MAY-JUNE 2018

BY BELINDA MILES

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When our parents were married their wedding gifts were pretty standard. There were things like pots, pans, stemware and towels. General household items for couples looking forward to living together for the first time.

Today's married couples have a more practical need.

More couples are living together before they tie the knot. They tend to have most of the necessity items and getting busy planning a wedding leaves little time to setup a registry.

So if you are heading to a wedding soon and you are looking for that one unique gift idea, or you have no idea what to buy because there is no registry, here are a few ideas that may help you find the perfect gift.

1. Monetary Donation

It seems less personal to receive money but it is definitely more practical. Buying something from a registry can cause the couple to get more than one of the exact same item.

Saves time from having to return multiple gifts to one store.

2. Matching Couple Pajamas What a hit for the bride and groom! The perfect set of pajamas or "His" and "Hers" soft and comfy robes. The bride will be happy to have something bridal related that was not white or lingerie. They are the perfect gift for the couple who love to cuddle on the couch in front of the fireplace!

3. Linens or Throw Blanket Even for couples who have all the basics, chances are they have not bought new linens in a while. This will be the perfect opportunity to get a throw blanket to accent their bed or some high quality, stylish and comfortable bed linens that they would love.

4. Gift Cards

If they already live together a monetary gift would allow

You can't think of anything? Consider giving the newly-

some extra spending cash or give the couple an opportunity

wedded couple a gift card. Review the retail stores in their

to put a deposit on a car or new home. The couple would

area, or their favorite online purchasing site and purchase a

have already spent a great chunk of their savings on the

gift card so the couple can buy what they need.

wedding, the money would be great for taking a honeymoon

Be creative, every couple has their own unique style and flair

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Bathroom Gift Basket  Anti-bacterial Wipes  Bathroom Cleaner  Glass Cleaner  Hand Soap  Shower Cleaner  Small Garbage Bags  Sponges  Toilet Cleaner  Toilet Paper Living Room Gift Basket  Air Freshener  Carpet Freshener/Cleaner  Candles/Wax Melts  Duster  Furniture Cleaner  Light Bulbs

Laundry room Gift Basket  Bleach  Detergent  Dryer Sheets  Fabric Softener  Spray Starch  Steam Iron General Cleaning Gift Basket  All-Purpose Cleaner  Carpet Freshener  Duster  Furniture Polish  Glass Cleaner  Lint Brush/Roller  Shower/Tub Cleaner  Sponges/Rags

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wedding tips

HOW TO MAKE YOUR WEDDING DAY EVEN MORE SPECIAL

BY CASSANDRA KEY

Spend Quality Time With Your Fiance BEFORE the Wedding Day Sure, you spend most of your days with your significant other, but how much of that time is quality? Even if you do set aside a special date night or something similar, spend the precious moments before your wedding day with your fiance. Maybe that means relaxing together at a spa, having a picnic, or just spending time canoodling on the couch. The point is to take a moment together to just “be” because the wedding day will go by so fast and you’ll hardly have time to hold hands and whisper “I love you.”

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Traditional vows are meaningful, but maybe they’re not

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the right ones for you. Writing your own is a powerful and personal way to communicate your love for your spouse.

You can write your own vows by taking some time to think

We all know in our heart of hearts that a wedding is a symbolic expression of love and union. It’s about two people coming together as one, promising that they’ll always be there for one another until the end of time. It’s a declaration, a commitment, a promise.

But we also know that it’s become so much more – a

about what you truly want to say, how you feel, and what you want to promise to your significant other.

If you need help, there are loads of websites that offer sample vows that you can make your own. Just do a search for “sample wedding vows” and look through them to find the ones that speak to you.

Write a Shoe Note

performance of sorts, an experience, a really big party that

A shoe note? It’s a little love

can cost major money.

note that each of you write

This isn’t necessarily a bad thing; it all depends on your

on the bottom of the other’s

personality and what kind of celebration you want to put

wedding shoes. It can be

together. You can have an enormous and luxurious wedding

anything from a simple “I

that leaves guests starry-eyed or you can have a more

love you,” to a phrase that

intimate, do-it-yourself kind of wedding that focuses on rustic

only the two of you know the meaning to.

details and the guest experience.

Either can make you happy.

But here’s the thing – strip down all of the decor, the venue, the champagne toasts, and what do you have? You have you and your life partner making a commitment to each other. You have love and union. Those are the bare bones of a wedding and the most important.

It’s so easy to get wrapped up in wedding planning and

Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Big or small, it’s not worth worrying about or beating yourself up over if it doesn’t all go as planned. Go into your wedding day with an open mind and heart. Maybe it will be exactly how you pictured it or maybe the napkins will fly into the wind like tiny kites. It doesn’t matter in the grand scheme of things. You and your spouse will still love each other, your guests will still have fun, and all will be well.

creating an event that both you and your guests will swoon

The most important thing to remember is that the wedding

over. And it’s equally as easy to get swept up in the day’s

day isn’t about your family, your best friend, or the other 120

events, rushing here for photos and there for mingling.

guests sitting in the church pews. It’s about you and your

No doubt your big day will be special and full of laughter,

one-and-only. Do what feels special to the both of you and

fun, and possibly a few happy tears, but how can you make it

what will hold meaning for you for years to come.

even more special? How can you get back to the bones of your celebration and appreciate what it’s truly about?

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SCENT-SATIONAL

SUMMER

Bouquets An essential, and beautiful, part of your wedding... the bouquet, boutonniere, decorations and reception centerpieces. Give in to your creative freedom and find the blooms that fit your unique style and theme of your big day! Here are a few ideas

for summer bouquets that are not only brilliantly vibrant, but memorable!

DELPHINUM

DAHLIA

SUNFLOWER

BLUSHING BRIDE PROTEA

CHRYSANTHEMUM

GERBERA DAISY

PANDA PLANT

ECHEVERIA DONDO

Violet Queen

HENS & CHICKS

BURRO'S TAIL

GRAPTOVERIA MOONGLOW

PURPLE PEARL

ANGELINA STONECROP GOLDEN SEDUM

Succulents

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The Ivory Oak Announces

HILL COUNTRY WEDDING GIVEAWAY for Active or Retired Military Couple

One Deserving Couple (and 100 of their closest friends and family)

will get to experience a wedding of their dreams at THE IVORY OAK, A PREMIER WEDDING VENUE IN WIMBERLEY, TEXAS

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Partnering with some of Austin’s best talent, including Crave, Royal Fig Catering, Native Bloom Floral and Elaine and Lee Event and Design, this special couple will have the opportunity to experience an extraordinary and memorable wedding without the price tag.

Matt Heyens states, “We are thrilled to be able to give back to those who have served our country and having even a small impact on such an important day in their lives means a lot to our team.”

HOW IT WORKS: The active or retired bride and/or groom will email the required information to militaryweddinggiveaway@theivoryoak.com.

The Ivory Oak will select three couples from the entries on August 15th and the winner will be announced via a vote on The Ivory Oak’s Facebook page on Labor Day, September 3rd, 2018.

Heyens Holding Company, the parent company of The Ivory Oak, also has two sister venues, The Addison Grove in Austin, TX, and The Merrimon-Wynne House in Raleigh, NC, where it delivers one-of-a-kind boutique wedding experiences. The Ivory Oak combines the charm of Wimberley with a modernrustic design on 10 beautiful acres of natural surroundings and is currently booking weddings for their opening in Fall 2018.

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DESCRIPTION OF WHY THEY SHOULD BE CHOSEN (500 words or less)

For Sponsor Information Contact: Amy Yarbrough Amy@heyensholdings.com

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ENGAGEMENT STORY IN THE BEAUTIFUL PAGES OF

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LESS PLANNING, MORE PLAYING: HOW TO ENJOY YOUR ENGAGEMENT

BY CASSANDRA KEY

Once you’re ready to start planning, sit

4. Count Your Blessings. It’s easy to

down with your fiance over morning

get wrapped up in wedding planning

coffee and start brainstorming or

and it can sometimes cause stress and

creating a plan of action. Talk about what you both want. Wedding planning is a team effort, after all.

2. Write it Down. Start an engagement notebook to document this special time in your life. Write about becoming a bride, jot down wedding ideas, paste pictures and mementos onto the pages.

As a newly-engaged lady you might be ready to start planning right away, especially if you’ve been dreaming about this day for as long as you can remember. But hold up.

Before you get up to your eyelashes in venues, dresses, and cake flavors, take a moment to consider what this time between engagement and marriage means to you. This is a wonderful moment in your life and it should be cherished just as much as your wedding day. Plus, not rushing into the planning phase and trying to get things done as soon as possible will take out a lot of undue stress and possible mistakes. So let’s talk about how you can enjoy your engagement to its fullest. Here are a few tips: 1. Start Slow. Don’t feel like you have to start securing dates and making “Will you be my bridesmaid?” cards right after he slips the ring on your finger.

Enjoy what just happened and ease into wedding planning. You don’t want to feel overwhelmed from the get-go.

Trust me, you’ll love looking through it many years after you’ve been married.

3. Enjoy the Anticipation. One of the greatest things about an engagement period is the anticipation it creates.

You’re excited, your fiance is excited, family and friends are excited. Having something to look forward to can give you a major happiness boost, so don’t rush it! Let that anticipation for the big day fuel your dreams and give you butterflies in your stomach. The wedding day will be over in the blink of an eye, so don’t race to get there.

Take a leisurely walk through your engagement and enjoy the scenery.

remember why you’re getting married and make a list of all the things you’re grateful for. Doing so will bring to light the positive moments and the things you’re enjoying about your engagement/wedding planning. Don’t let

vendor

frustrations

and

petty

arguments get to you. Instead, focus on the blessings and you’ll be much happier for it.

5. Spend Time Together (without wedding talk). Most of your engagement will

be

centered

around

wedding

planning, so it’s important to take moments that involve no such thing.

Schedule a day each week where you and your fiance get together and do something that doesn’t require you

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Treat it like a scrapbook if you’d like.

frustration. During those moments,

to talk budget, flowers, or seating 39 plans. Even if it’s just a night at home with pizza delivery and a movie. Give yourselves a break from future bride and groom-dom and just enjoy being a couple.

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BY CASSANDRA KEY

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Yes, the summer months are always a popular time of year to tie the knot.

Not only is the weather less inclined to flip on you, it’s also a time for vacations, which makes it much easier for guests to RSVP a yes. If you’re planning a summer wedding, there are five things that are truly essential for creating the best warmweather wedding possible.

2. Extra Boutonnieres. Combine the

Updos will keep the hair out of your

heat with lots of greetings (aka hugs)

face and off your neck and you won’t

and the groom’s boutonniere may

have to worry about your style going

wilt. Play it safe by ordering a few

flat and sticking to your skin in humid

extra boutonnieres that the groom or

weather. There are loads of beautiful

groomsmen can use as a replacement.

updos, from braids to bouffants. Look

3. Shaded Areas. If you’re having all

through wedding magazines and online

or part of your wedding outside, you’ll

for inspiration.

want to provide shade to your guests.

As for summer makeup, keep it light.

This is especially true if the wedding

Pack yourself a touch-up kit that

1. Refreshing Drinks and Treats.

will take place during the heat of the

includes pressed powder and blotting

You’ll definitely want to keep guests

day. Side note: during the summer

sheets. And don’t forget to lengthen

and yourself hydrated throughout the

months, it’s ideal to have an early

those lashes with waterproof mascara!

day. You can do that by serving up cool

morning wedding or sunset ceremony

Check out these makeup tips to beat

drinks or having a drink station stocked

with an evening reception.

the summer heat.

with ice cold water or flavored water

Shade trees always make for nice

5. Backup Plan. Last, but certainly

for a bit of zest. Alcohol options can

cooling off spots, but you can’t just

not least, you’ll need a backup plan in

include chilled white or rose wine, light

rely on nature. Rent a tent for your

case of inclement weather. It’s usually

beers, and a signature summer cocktail.

reception or decorate it with couches,

all blue skies and warm breezes during

Another way to keep your guests cool

tables and chairs and use it as a lounge

summertime, but you never know. Dark

is by providing some quintessential

area for guests who want to beat the

clouds could come rolling in and wreak

summer treats, like popsicles or poptails

heat. You can also provide parasols and

havoc on your big day plans. Better to

(popsicles infused with a cocktail mix).

hand fans (can double as a program) to

be safe than sorry and ask your venue

You could even hire an ice cream truck

keep guests cool.

about rainy weather and heavy wind

with soft serve options.

4. Summer Beauty Staples. To keep

options. Then, form a plan for how

Whatever you choose, just remember

your face from melting and your hair

everything will be transferred inside.

to keep guests hydrated and not weigh

from wilting or frizzing, make sure you

Once you’ve got it covered, it’s one last

them down with heavy drinks, snacks,

choose styles that are easy to maintain

thing you won’t have to sweat.

and menu items.

and will ensure you look picture perfect.

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classic

Summer!

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BY CHARLOTTE TAYLOR | PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN LABOYTEAUX

Summer is finally in our sight. Gardens are in full swing and weddings are popping up left and right. It’s time for some simple summer livin’.

More time spent outdoors and less time in

the kitchen. We’re gonna start with a classic, summery, longtime favorite, chicken salad.

Now, if you’re panicking because you saw grapes and mayo together, stick around, your taste buds will be glad you did. This is not just any chicken salad, it’s a three decade old recipe. The very same chicken salad that we served at The Tuttle House Tea Room back in the 1980’s (raise your hand if you ever had lunch there!).

We found this recipe in a ‘hot off the press’ ~ Southern Living cookbook (circa 1984). What a decade that was!

Who knew that putting

grapes into mayonnaise could be this delicious!

Serve this southern chicken salad on a croissant, with a side of potato chips or your favorite cup of soup. So fresh, hearty and dainty all at the same time.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Chicken Salad

·

Red Seedless Grapes – most of an average size bag, sliced

·

Celery – half of a bunch (ends and tops removed), diced

·

Chicken – about 3-4 pounds, cooked and diced

·

Miracle Whip – about 2 cups

·

Nuts – about 1 cup, preferably pecans, chopped

WHAT TO DO: 1. First of all, for a good chicken salad, make sure your chicken has some flavor. Whether you boil your own or buy a rotisserie version, flavor will make or break the deal. Next, if you are one that can only cook by measuring exactly and following precise instructions, then this my friend, will be a stretch for you. Hang in there!

2. You can certainly increase or decrease this

A Great Way to Enjoy the Taste of Summer!

recipe easily to your liking. If you only need chicken salad for one or two? Chop up just the amount of chicken you will need and go from there. Add in as much celery and grapes as you’d like. Want less crunch? Go easy on the celery. Pull it all together with miracle whip. That’s why this recipe isn’t really measured. It’s fool proof and

very flexible. Let loose in the kitchen and don’t be scared.

3. Now, where were we? Grab a good size bowl and combine the diced chicken, diced celery, nuts, and the millions of grapes you sliced one by one. Mix in the miracle whip and stir well to combine. You’ll need less if using a rotisserie chicken, but if you cooked your own, the chicken will absorb more. The quantities above fed a family of six with a couple of leftover servings. Plan your batch accordingly.

Disclaimer: The nuts, as always, are optional, but the original Southern Living recipe called for cashews. My absolute favorite thing ever. Unless you eat this salad fairly quickly, the cashews become In the meantime, roll up your basil leaves

WHAT TO DO:

always used pecans, it kept well,

and give them a good chopping (Or spoon

1. Preheat oven to 325. In the bowl of a

and it was magical. I do believe, with

in some good pesto). Turn heat to low and

mixer, combine sugars and shortening

utmost sincerity, that every single person

add cream and butter. Check for seasoning

until well mixed. Add in eggs, one at a

in our ginormous family loves this chicken

and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Great

time, mixing well, then toss in vanilla. Add

salad. Truth! Oh, and for soup? Again, a

for a grab and go lunch or a picnic in the

in the dry ingredients and mix just until

Tuttle House Tea Room classic. So rich. So

park.

combined. Stir in chocolate chips.

easy. You’ll never want tomato soup out of

How ‘bout adding another classic to the

2. Prepare a baking sheet by spraying with

a can again! After eating this classic recipe,

meal with a chocolate chip cookie? Sturdy

non- stick spray. Scoop up cookie dough

you’ll think you’ve died and gone to La

enough to turn into an ice cream sandwich

with a large tablespoon or ice cream scoop

Madeleine’s!

or fill with buttercream like those sugar-

and drop the golf ball size mounds onto

licious versions sold at the mall! Holy

the baking sheet leaving four or so inches

schmoly!

between each one. We alternated our rows and could only fit 8 per baking sheet.

Bake for 15 minutes until golden around the edges. Remove cookies from oven and immediately drop pan onto counter to deflate cookies. This is a good thing.

Let the cookies sit for a couple of minutes without touching them. Remove them onto a cooling rack and repeat until all dough is

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Tomato Soup

·

tomatoes, pureed (or 8-10 fresh)

· ·

2 cups chicken broth 8-10 fresh basil leaves, diced OR 1 tablespoon pesto

· · ·

used. Store in an airtight container.

2 cans (28 oz) peeled whole

1 cup heavy cream One of stick butter Salt / pepper to taste

WHAT TO DO: 1. Combine tomatoes, juice, and stock in a medium sauce pan. Simmer 30 minutes.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Chocolate Chip Cookies

· · · · · · · · ·

1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup brown sugar

Yield: 2 1/2 dozen large cookies These classic family recipes are a great way to enjoy the taste of summer. They are superb all together or divided up into

1 1/3 cup shortening

separate meals. Perfectly as good on the go

2 eggs

as they are for a dainty ladies tea. I hope

4 teaspoons vanilla

you’ll try them all! Happy summer-ing.

3 cups of flour

ENJOY!

1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 12 oz bag semi sweet chocolate chips

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