Sugar Rush

I love cupcakes! Who doesn't? So I thought why not write a posting featuring some gorgeous mouth-watering cupcake inspirations that I found on flickr! I had cupcakes at my wedding and they were such a hit...they are personal sized, portable and oh-so-adorable! Enjoy!

Fifty People, One Question

Fifty People, One Question: New York from Crush & Lovely on Vimeo.

I just found this amazing video on vimeo by Crush & Lovely, I think the simple question and personal & beautiful answers are a perfect way to start off 2009. Enjoy!

Bella Invites in WedLuxe

Hot off the Press!
We are thrilled to be featured in the latest issue of WedLuxe Magazine (Winter/Spring 2009) - our custom "Jasmin" invitation featuring an exquisite handmade silk "gatefold" box in lavender with Midori ribbon and crystal closure housing a shimmery lilac invitation with gold raised printing. They also showcased the custom red silk "folio" that we designed for Charu and Bryan's lavish Indian/Scottish wedding - for more gorgeous photos from their wedding, check out WedLuxe's website.

New Year, New Designs!

Well, it's almost here! 2009 is going to be counted down tonight and we are so excited for the new year as we will also be introducing our newest, most "blingtastic" invitation designs ever! You'll have to stay tuned to see the latest eye-candy that we have designed for your luxurious wedding or special event! I would also like to thank all of you loyal "Bella Blog" readers and all of our wonderful clients and vendors that we have had the opportunity to work with over the past year. Cheers to you all, and have a fabulous New Year's Eve!

Fab Floral Contest

Attention all Toronto-area brides! The Rainflower Company is holding a "Fabulous Free Fleurs Contest" where you can win fresh flowers for your wedding day valued up to $1000. I am so in love with their all-white arrangement, so fresh and clean looking! This contest is for couples getting married between March and December 2009. To enter and for more details, check out their blog. Contest closes January 30th 2009...good luck everyone!

Chic Canvas

I know it's been a while since my last posting, the upcoming Holidays are keeping us busy with customized Christmas Card orders!

I had to share this cool website with you...once you have your gorgeous wedding photos, why not turn them into a timeless work of art? Get your favorite pic made into a "canvas wrap"! What a beautiful way to showcase your photo without having to decide on which type of frame to go with it, etc. - just hang the masterpiece up for all to see! Check out Chic Canvas to view all of their samples and to see how easy it is to upload your photo and order your own piece of art!

Bella in "Brides"

We are so thrilled that one of our custom designs was recently featured in "Brides" magazine in the Washington and Maryland editions. They called this creation "The Extreme Invite" and it sure is with a beautiful handmade silk box gold silk backing, raised gold printing and a purple "blingtastic" brooch!