Monday, May 16, 2011
Spring Fever Playlist
I am itchin' for some hot, weather; but since summer is coming in slow, I thought we could get down to some mellow, spring music. Enjoy!
Video Of The Week: Beau and Julie
Wedding season is starting, and are we ever ready! Check out Beau and Julie's May 7th wedding:
Filmed: May 7, 2011
Ceremony Location: Kirk in the Hills
Reception Location: Wabeek Country Club
Videography: Mike Staff Productions
Filmed: May 7, 2011
Ceremony Location: Kirk in the Hills
Reception Location: Wabeek Country Club
Videography: Mike Staff Productions
A Heart To Serve: Shrink Your Footprint
You've heard a bit about our Heart To Serve Campaign: Local Food Pantries, Hope Closet and our school in Haiti; but there is more to it yet: taking care of the environment. I'm not backing a save the whales campaign or preaching global warming, but I am a big supporter of doing your part. Our marketing manager and in-house newly wed Marta has some practical tips for shrinking your carbon footprint:
Getting married is a new chapter in your life and a great way to start some simple, sustainable practices. Today I'm going to focus on how to reduce, reuse and recycle in the kitchen. The order is very important. The less you bring into your house the less carbon footprint goes out.
Reduce
Buy food in large quantities. Individual sized servings are convenient, but create so much excess waste. For example: buy a large container of juice and divide it into smaller portions using reusable water bottles and cups; or buy pop in 2 liters and save on cans and cardboard excess. (Remember all packaging, whether it is recyclable or not, takes resources and energy to make and salvage.) Another example is skipping paper towels and using kitchen dish towels.
Reuse
Think sustainability: Tupperware for leftovers and lunches, flatware and real plates at dinner time, and baskets and reusable bags when you're shopping. Other ideas would be reusing wine bottles as vases and glass jars for storage. There is also the "C" word... composting. Don't be intimidated. It is easier than you think. Check out this quick blog on how to get started. Keep a small bin on your counter for putting scraps in while you cook. Then at the end of the night, dump it in your composter. Easy piezie!
Recycle
Recycling is last for a reason: it is your last resort (while last before actually throwing something in the garbage.) Create a recycling center in your kitchen to keep recyclables organized and out of your way. I divided mine into: Paper/Cardboard, Returnables, and Other Recycling. When a bin gets full, take it to your local recycling center. Click here to find how to recycle anything in your area.
You don't have to start everything at once, but be responsible for your (and your new spouse's) carbon footprint.
Getting married is a new chapter in your life and a great way to start some simple, sustainable practices. Today I'm going to focus on how to reduce, reuse and recycle in the kitchen. The order is very important. The less you bring into your house the less carbon footprint goes out.
Reduce
Buy food in large quantities. Individual sized servings are convenient, but create so much excess waste. For example: buy a large container of juice and divide it into smaller portions using reusable water bottles and cups; or buy pop in 2 liters and save on cans and cardboard excess. (Remember all packaging, whether it is recyclable or not, takes resources and energy to make and salvage.) Another example is skipping paper towels and using kitchen dish towels.
Reuse
Think sustainability: Tupperware for leftovers and lunches, flatware and real plates at dinner time, and baskets and reusable bags when you're shopping. Other ideas would be reusing wine bottles as vases and glass jars for storage. There is also the "C" word... composting. Don't be intimidated. It is easier than you think. Check out this quick blog on how to get started. Keep a small bin on your counter for putting scraps in while you cook. Then at the end of the night, dump it in your composter. Easy piezie!
Recycle
Recycling is last for a reason: it is your last resort (while last before actually throwing something in the garbage.) Create a recycling center in your kitchen to keep recyclables organized and out of your way. I divided mine into: Paper/Cardboard, Returnables, and Other Recycling. When a bin gets full, take it to your local recycling center. Click here to find how to recycle anything in your area.
Monday, May 9, 2011
Bridesmaids The Movie Giveaway
Need a night off from wedding planning? Of course you do! Tell us why your bridesmaids are the best here and you're entered to win FREE movie passes for you and your friends!
"We Were Framed"
Props are a great addition to any photography. Add some fun and style to your wedding images by using empty picture frames. Check out some fun examples:
Mix and Match frames look vintage and chic.
Include the whole wedding party for even more fun.
Even combine this trend with funky mustache props.
If you can't wait for your wedding day incorporate this trend into your engagement session.
Royal Wedding Exclusive: Ceremony Intro
Since the whole world is going mad over the Royal Wedding, we knew we needed to join in, too. Check out this EXCLUSIVE clip form the secret ceremony:
We just love a good wedding intro!!
Paralyzed Bride Jennifer Darmon Walks at Wedding
This is such an amazing story. After a terrible car crash Jennifer Darmon was paralyzed from the waist down. Her boyfriend showed true devotion through her rehabilitation and later asked her to marry him. Jennifer vowed she would walk down the aisle at her wedding, and like a wish come true... well watch the short story for yourself:
http://news.yahoo.com/video/us-15749625/paralyzed-bride-jennifer-darmon-walks-at-wedding-24948127
In The News: Styleline Wedding Of The Week
Congratulations to our past clients Michelle Vermeulen and Jarrett Torno for being featured as the Wedding Of The Week in the Detroit Free Press.
Michelle and Jarrett were married September 25 of last year in Troy. Their wedding was photographed by Jim Van Luven from the Mike Staff Productions' team. Great images Jim!
To see more of Michelle and Jarrett's wedding images, click here. We have a great album of them on our Facebook page. Enjoy!
Michelle and Jarrett were married September 25 of last year in Troy. Their wedding was photographed by Jim Van Luven from the Mike Staff Productions' team. Great images Jim!
To see more of Michelle and Jarrett's wedding images, click here. We have a great album of them on our Facebook page. Enjoy!
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