Entries by Jessica Swagman

AJ and Molly

July 30 “Thou art as wise as thou art beautiful.” William Shakespeare, A Midsummer Night’s Dream This wedding had everything a summer wedding should have. Warm weather, a custom made moon photo booth, hundreds of twinkling lights and foraged greenery hanging overhead, and the sweetest couple. Working with Molly, a talented graphic designer, was a […]

Nichole + Jon: Let Love Grow

Basil Type: Annual Planting Depth: ¼in Thin To: 6 – 12in apart Sun/Shade: Full sun Soil: Well draining soil Water: Moist Height: 12 – 24in Days to Germination: 5 -10 days Direct Sow: In early spring, after danger of frost has passed. Container: Can be grown in containers Start Indoors: You can start in early […]

Laura + Zach

October 14 I have known Laura’s family for many years (and even had the privilege of helping her older sister Elizabeth with her wedding), so you can imagine my excitement when I was asked to help plan Laura’s wedding. Laura is such a warm and gracious person, one of those people you just want to do […]

Sarah + Matt

January 28 Winter weddings and the couples that get married during these months are quickly becoming my favorite. I think there is some something so special about a couple that gets married during, what many consider, the coldest and dreariest part of the year (at least for us folks in Michigan). While many couples choose […]

Strawberry Rosé Sangria

At the beginning of July I had the pleasure of throwing my best friend (and fellow employee) an engagement party for her and her fiancé. More about that event in a later post, I promise. One of the drinks I served was quite a hit and it seemed perfect to share with you for when […]