Time for the weekly Esty finds!
This time I thought I’d go with a theme … all about the bride herself. Weddings are one of those times when we can shop for ourselves and other people don’t think we’re incredibly selfish 
Here are some things that might catch your fancy!
This is a great start for brides-to-be when they first get engaged. If you’re not the type of person that likes to carry a big binder around, this recycled notebook by ivylanedesigns a great compromise.
Never in my life did I think I’d be blogging about this. Then again, I didn’t think I would own one of the following. But I do. And I’m glad.
For my birthday this year, my wonderful grandmother tucked one of these in her care package for me. At first I thought it was kind of odd but I decided recently to grow it …
Right now I’m in about week two of this little plant. And by golly (yes, golly), it’s growing! I’m not sure how long it will last or what it’s supposed to do but here’s a quick rundown …
For all of you winter brides, here is my quick guide on flowers to look for. As always, ask your florist if they’re in season in your area!
Amaryllis – yes again
Fantastic news while I was shopping today. Not only did I successfully find what I was looking for but I came across a postcard with some exciting information! For anyone in the Durham region that might be tired of going to the big grocery stores or looking for those local markets only to find out they’re closed, there’s a new solution …
Last year I stumbled upon an amazing little flower that has quickly become a favourite. In the GTA you can find it in late summer/early fall (or at least I did) but to be honest, I’m not sure what’s seasonal. It is grown commercially in in South Africa but a florist would have to help me out with what happens here.
The thing that was most interesting to me to find out? It’s common name is Blushing Bride 
To see more pics and read up on some info, click on ‘Keep Reading’ …
Congratulations to … us!
The crew at Moments That Shine was ecstatic to find out that the blog has been selected by Best Wedding Blogs as one of the only THREE Canadian blogs currently listed on their site!
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Something that’s fantastic for those of us who live in urban areas but don’t have cars … ZIP CARS! The basic philosophy is that you take out a membership with them, reserve your car, pick it up and then drive away. You don’t have the worries involved with owning a car but you have the ease of getting around where public transit won’t go.
Zip Cars are all through North America and in your particular area there are sure to be many pick-up and drop-off locations. What I also love about this is
Are you planning on burning candles at your event? Actually, as a ‘typical woman’ I love candles just around the house. Something about candlelight makes everything look better … softer even.
What many people don’t know is there is actually a more planet-responsible candles everyone can buy. The average candles most people buy can contain nasties like soot, formaldehyde and lead. Any way you slice it, those things aren’t good for us to be inhaling over a romantic dinner! But don’t fear … there are some simple things you can do …
Woohoo! I stumbled upon the news of this book tonight and can’t wait for December! Check out the description …