I don't post a whole lot around here anymore but I thought I would join in slew of dress checks that have been happening lately.
On Thursday this past week I found my dress!! It was a surprise because I had something else as a #1 pick and nearly passed this one over because it did nothing for me on the hanger. It is a
Maggie Sottero "Grace" (designer pics clicky). I have ordered it in light gold (white lace overlay, colored under layer). Decided against a sash. Please excuse the way I look, the lighting was awful, I was tired, hot, hungry and had been in and out of about a dozen dresses.

my works in progress:
Moss initials

Rolled paper roses:
The addition of pattern paper, wee!

To make this aisle decor:

I have an appointment with a photographer this weekend that we will most likely be booking. Good price for quality of per pictures. She is a photo journalist by trade that does weddings on the side.
Feels good to finally get some things accomplished! Thank you for sticking with me to the end of this, I know it is long, sorry!