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Color change…When?

Wednesday, August 26th, 2009

Yes, I was bored and needed a change.  I fully intended to wait until the fall and go dark but I flipped through pages of my US magazine and there she was, Megan Fox.  HA, yes I know not Megan Fox but we can all have our dreams.  But here are the reference pictures we can all use.  I believe that I can go dark even though it is not fall yet.  That often I think is such a myth of going dark for the fall or winter and staying light for the summer.   Even if you wanted to go dark and still  feel the brightness for the summer, keep some of the lightness around your face.

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~So the when do you make the decision to change your color before a big event.   Like for your wedding??  You should prepare well in advance before your event.  Ease up to your color intention, plan it with utmost purpose.  Your colorist will know best the steps to take.  If you do not have a stylist or colorist you should be on a search and plan just as you will for your color.  Finding your stylist will be another topic of discussion later.

~I had a bride recently ask me if she should color her hair for her wedding day.  She had never colored it before and she had beautiful natural highlights already.  I asked her if she would like to look more like herself on her wedding day or different.  The answer was more like herself.  You should think about this carefully,  because you will look back on these pictures forever and what will you want to remember?  Will you want to picture someone you know as you or someone you decided on for the moment.  So that is why I suggest carefully making these decisions with direct thought.  I suggest not making huge color changes right before a big event.  Maybe unless you are a movie star and even then they have proven that to be a mistake.

Picture complements of Imagine Three photography

Picture complements of Imagine Three photography

This is the Bride I was telling you about that decided to leave her natural color for her wedding day.  Look how beautiful she is and classic.  See the rest of the story >>>> Imagine Three’s Blog

Do you have a big color goal for your event?

Introducing~

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009

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Imagine Three & The Bliss Book were able to spend some time at our local Thrifty Florist for a bridal open house.  We met some great new vendors and we wanted to introduce them to you.

Thrifty Florist Ypsilanti, MI & AAmuse Limousine

Thrifty Florist Ypsilanti, MI & AAmuse Limousine

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AAMUSE LIMOUSINE:

Plan early save $.  Check out www.aamusellc.com and look at all the choice in vehicles for any event.  Sedans, Vans, Limos, Sedan Limo’s, SUV Limo’s, Shuttle or Party Buses, Large Party Bus or Tour Buses.  I got to meet the owner,  super nice and she was telling me how she pulled over to teach a limo full of teenagers how to do a dance on they way to their event.  Now that is customer service.
Angela Harms~Assistant Manager~Helping a bride with her flower choices.

Angela Harms~Assistant Manager~Helping a bride with her flower choices.

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Thrifty Florist:


I am amazed really at the budget friendly Thrifty Florist and because of the great flower arrangements they have produced.  Plus,  I did get to spend the day watching them work,  what great customer service and people pleasing skills they have.  They pride themselves in working within your budget, to create a beautiful, elegant event that you can be proud of.   Providing  their clients with traditional and contemporary designs for the best prices in town.
I love flower,  so I kept snapping pictures.   So I have plenty pictures of arrangements for you to see and one I got to keep at the end.
You will be surprised because they are my least favorite flowers but Thrifty Florist made them work!


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It's the carnation ball, I took it home....It's one of my least favorite flowers...But I love what they did with it, so cool!

It's the carnation ball, I took it home....It's one of my least favorite flowers...But I love what they did with it, so cool!

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Action Rental:

You name it they should have it for your event.    Action Rental located in Ypsilanti, MI, even has a cotton candy machine.   They provided the tables, lines, glassware,  dinnerware, chairs, tent, back wall drops for the Bridal show event.  They have a complete price list online you can visit.  You can see some of their set their tables, linens, chairs and back drops below.
Tables, chairs & lines Action Rental~Flowers Thrifty Flortist

Tables, chairs & lines Action Rental~Flowers Thrifty Florist

Tables, chairs & lines Action Rental~Flowers Thrifty Flortist

Tables, chairs & lines Action Rental~Flowers Thrifty Florist



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Gwen’s Cake Decorating & Etc:

So I had Gwen’s cake and I had like two pieces.  So good and usually wedding cake is to sweet for me but I had her white cake with the peanut butter creme filling and it was good.  Then I had taken a piece home for my husband and I was so hungry and just wanted a taste to see how the vanilla creme tasted.  Seriously I ate the whole piece on the way home and then told my husband, what a pig.  This cake was delic, moist and tasted like cake and you know why it’s because she doesn’t freeze them.  It had texture like homemade cake and the butter creme frosting was yummy for all of you who love butter creme.
Check out her website ,Gwen’s Cake Decorating, she has picture choices, cupcakes & cookies too.  She has at least 19 different cake flavors and 13 filling choices.  Gwen’s cake decorating is located in Saline, MI .

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Chef House Catering:

YUMMY!  Traver Lucas brought with him a cucumber sorbet and you would never think of such a thing.  I thought at first it would be a different taste but it was sweet and had the clean taste of cucumber.  It was so simple and light I could have eaten a whole bowl full, I am craving it now.  They suggested it would be a perfect dish for a shower or a brunch.
Chef House Catering located in Canton, MI , is a personal chef service that will come to handle your event.  Large or small they have the service to suite your needs.  Chef House Catering also works with some local venues, contact them for more information.  They also do sample tastings so that you can reach your perfect menu for your event.  Check out their pricing and menus online.
Traver Lucas Owner & Chef

Traver Lucas Owner & Chef


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www.pamperedchef.biz/tamarameyer

www.pamperedchef.biz/tamarameyer

The Pampered Chef:

If you love pampered chef then as a bride you can have a pampered chef bridal registry get a discount & earn free stuff.  Who new,  a great way to get the stuff you love and earn bonus point for yourself.  Tamara Meyer was our independent consultant at the show tamaramyr@comcast.net.

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Teacup Wedding:

An all-inclusive, elegant country house for simple ceremonies or an impromptu “I do.”  Ann Arbor, MI premier site for a small wedding, a short notice ceremony.  Take a look at her website the ground are beautiful www.TeacupWedding.com

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Imagine Three & The Bliss Book:

He we are as Imagine Three : Photography, Make-up artistry and hairstyling.  Three sisters offering their services and working their magic, we are located in the Ann Arbor, Mi & Toledo, Oh area and we do travel.  Working together as a team or separately as an individual service.  We were super excited to get this opportunity to be at Thrifty Florist and their bridal event.  Everyone this weekend that I met I believe in supporting.  I hope that anyone in the area can benefit from these referrals and happy event planning!!

Do you have a referral you would like to let us know about??

www.imaginethree.com & www.blissbookimages.com

www.imaginethree.com & www.blissbookimages.com

One of the things we love…

Monday, August 10th, 2009
http://www.JessieSteeleSalon.com

http://www.JessieSteeleSalon.com

Why not look fashionable while you work.

I found these aprons and absolutely had to have one for work.  Hello salon professionals and girls in the kitchen these are the aprons for you.  I so do not want to cover up my cute outfit at work but I also don’t want to destroy it.   So why not accessories it?  Jessie Steele has created aprons for everyday normal life and for everyday salon life.  Salon life aprons are totally stain resistant, breathable, coated, non-toxic aprons and cute.  Jessie Steele also creates vintage-inspired, hostess and kitchen aprons. These aprons are created by Helena Steele and Claire Steele a mother and daughter team.  They combined their talents and created these vintage aprons to meet the needs of today’s women and men.  Thanks to them we can all look cute while working.

We support www.JessieSteele.com & www.JessieSteeleSalon.com !

Tell me who you support & love.


Spotlighting Rylin Ashlee Salon

Monday, August 3rd, 2009


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“Those Who Seek Beauty, Will Find It.”

We wanted to share with you a little more about the salons that that have given The Bliss Book a home.  So when you are in search of a salon to become your beauty spot or looking for your stylist that has the inspiration, we would love to be your guide.   We love Rylin Ashlee Salon because of their passion for up do’s and for their awesome portfolio work.

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Location ~  Temecula, Ca. ~ Known for the local wineries and the Old Town of                                      Temecula where we are located.

Rylin Ashlee Salon is located in the fast growing and art oriented Old Town Temecula. We are focused on the industry we know as Fashion. Our team of artists are dedicated to listening and understanding your needs and desires. Whether you are looking for cutting edge fashion or are a little more conservative. Rylin Ashlee Salon is an upscale salon offering many services to fit your everyday lifestyle, including Hair, Nails, Skin care, as well as Reiki and Holistic Massage. We now offer an Energy Healing technique called, Reconnective Healing. Education is a major focus in an industry of ever changing fashions. We strive to be on top of the fashion trends. Our salon offers a relaxed atmosphere with an upbeat, energetic flair. Our staff of artists are passionate about making our clients feel the best they possibly can. It’s all about the experience you receive when you step into the salon and the confidence you feel as you exit. Understanding the clients wants are what makes a good stylist a great stylist.

Products Carried ~ Unite Eurotherapy
Kevin Murphy

Skin Care ~ Dermaquest

Services ~ Hair. Skin. Body. Hands & Feet

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http://www.rylinashlee.com/