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Self-Care Tips and Spa Ideas for Brides
Self-Care Tips and Spa Ideas for Brides

As a bride, the period leading up to your wedding can be one of the most stressful (yet exciting) parts of your life. It can seem like there are a million different things to think about and plan for, but you have to remember that your health and wellness are just as important. That’s why self-care is essential for brides who are suffering from stress and anxiety.

Selecting an Engagement Rings
Selecting an Engagement Rings

Engagement rings are available in a variety of settings and designs, as well as in a number of precious metals. Despite the fact that there are endless options to choose from, the solitaire diamond engagement ring continues to be the preferred choice for many brides-to-be. But what is it about this option that makes it so important to so many couples? Read on to learn five reasons why this simple design remains the most popular style.

How to Throw a Wedding Reception Your Guests Will Love
How to Throw a Wedding Reception Your Guests Will Love

While some nitty gritty planning is an essential part of bringing your wedding to life, it’s important to remember that there’s no rules when it comes to your special day. Your wedding should first and foremost be memorable and unique to you and your fiance—that’s a given! But when it comes to the reception, you might be wondering what you can do to wow your guests and make sure they have an unforgettable night celebrating you and your honey.

Wedding Budget Tips
Wedding Budget Tips

Many couples have been dreaming of their wedding day plans for years, and your engagement is the kick-off you’ve been waiting for. It’s fun to browse potential venues, look through local brides’ wedding photos, and start to consider what you and your partner will wear. Planning the décor and party has its challenges, but it’s a fun and exciting conversation.

Willow and Sage Feature
Willow and Sage Feature

Last year, we worked as the Creative Director for Giftfor.co to create content for their company launch. We wanted to share the article we help published on Willow and Sage Magazine (Spring 2021 Issue).

Throw the Ultimate Spa and Wine Night For Your Bachelorette Party
Throw the Ultimate Spa and Wine Night For Your Bachelorette Party

Plan a special girls night in over some relaxation, pampering, snacks and delicious wine! Pick a date, send the invites, gather all the spa essentials and check out these pamper party inspirations so you can plan the perfect intimate gathering with your best gal pals.

Newlywed Game Questions & Fun Wedding Printables
Newlywed Game Questions & Fun Wedding Printables

The game show titled “The Newlywed Game” inspired the fun trivia game of the same name. This cute activity puts the newlywed couple to the test, quizzing them on how well they know each other. When played at a wedding party, the game gives guests a glimpse down memory lane as the couple recounts their favorite moments and shows off their knowledge of one another. Play the Newlywed Game at a wedding shower or even an engagement party with the step-by-step guide we’ve compiled below.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Ornaments
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Ornaments

Calling all Ninja Turtles Fans! These ornaments are a great project to do with kids over winter break.
How did this project come about? I have two boys. They like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. I make TMNT items for them. This is my life.

The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Backyard Wedding
The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Backyard Wedding

Getting married is a major life event that you’ll never forget. If you’re planning to walk down the aisle with that special someone, a backyard wedding is a great way to say your vows and tie the knot on a budget. Whether your outdoor space is large or small, it’s easy to plan a backyard wedding if you know where to start. From summer celebrations to a beautiful autumn ceremony, read on to learn how you can plan your wedding for a special moment right in your own backyard.

Brunch with Us
Brunch with Us

Brunch inspiration for the Skybox Family. Together our team put together a few brunch hosting tips we’d like to share with the readers. We lived by the motto of Work Hard and Brunch Hard during our retreat! Take it from us, we’re the entertainer pros.

Motherhood

Motherhood

Ngoc Nguyen Lay

Warning: Personal Post. This year, I’ve focused my energy on taking projects that really matter to me. As a business owner, there are times that I feel like I’m being pulled in all different directions, the same could be said about motherhood.  Meshing motherhood and my business was one of my most intense and emotional struggles that I encountered during AJ’s first year. It took me awhile to balance all important aspects without wanting to do it all, and I still struggle with it at times. When I created Skybox almost 9 years ago, it stemmed from my passion for event planning and the joy of working with people that kept me going. After AJ’s arrival, I realized that I needed to refocus my business and personal life. I wanted to work on projects that inspired me because anything else was just taking time away from my family. In January, my friend Chelle, approached me in creating a children’s book.  At first I thought back on my journey of putting together Inspired Celebrations and didn’t think that I could commit to anything like this because it just might be too much to handle.  Then one night after putting AJ to sleep, I remember reading the draft of the book and there was a part that said “I wish you’ll always reach for the stars, and never give up, no matter how hard.” After some soul searching, I decided to take a leap and become the Creative Director for this book. Little did I know exactly what I was leaping into! Yep, it’s pretty epic.  Our book, “My Wish for You” is in the middle of layout design and printing deadlines. The projected publication date for the book is October 2014. I truly feel like we are creating something special (okay, maybe not epic…but truly close) to share with you all. Our book is filled with heartfelt messages for our kids. For my little one, I want the best: strength, integrity, character, drive, kindness … and so much more. This was the project I had been looking for, to bring out what really matters to me…a project inspired by my son, for my son.

A few weeks ago I had the amazing opportunity to have our head shots taken by Annie Vovan for the “My Wish For You” bio page.  I selected Annie to document our photos because she is also a new mom and super talented business owner. I personally love her passion to “Just BE = Beautiful and Empowered”…she has a dream to empower every women that she crosses path with and she has truly inspired me. Plus as fellow Anteaters we have a tie that is stronger than most. Zot Zot! Thank you Annie for these precious photos, I will cherish them.

For me, being the mother of this little guy has been the most rewarding, humbling, challenging, revealing, exhausting, exciting, terrifying, and rejuvenating experience.

For more information on My Wish for You, follow our IG feed and FB page. I love our main character, the seal, totally looks like my son…so fun and curious. Just looking for adventure!

Photos by Annie Vovan Photography

 

Post Published on May 17, 2014. 

Orange County Real Wedding {Thao and Jimmy}

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