Time for a Cocktail – Morning Mixer

Okay, so not all summer soirees work with Martini glasses… Sometimes you need something a little less sloshy and a little more hot-weather proof. Break out that blender again, friends–This one is a double dose of delicious doozy.

Lyght House Cocktails calls this one the Rise ‘N’ Shake

Photo Courtesy of Project Duo Photography


Grab a handful of the freshest strawberries your supermarket has to sell… Toss in 2-3 kiwis and a medium-sized banana. Next, pour in 3 ounces of milk (your choice)… top with ice and blend away! Perfect for your bridesmaids luncheons, bridal showers or special occasion brunches and lunches, this non-al option is JUST as delicious as it’s spiked cocktail cousins.

(And if you want an extra poolside punch, splash a bit of your favorite fruity-flavored rum and sip slow.)

Once you’ve got a tropical-colored, smooth and creamy dream drink, pour into your glass of choice and garnish with a vibrant kiwi. It’s healthy, fresh and guaranteed good.

For more information on Lyght House Cocktails and for booking and services, visit www.lyghthousecocktails.com

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Time for a Cocktail – Crazy for Coffee

Common misconception of summer cocktails = They have to be fruity

Thankfully, we’ve got professionals like Carmaleita Lyght from Lyght House Cocktails who can set the record straight with such straw’s-just-in-the-way sweet drinks that we can’t help but pass up, and pass along the recipe.

Today’s gem? Fill up your cup with a Caramel Coffee Frostini

Photo courtesy of Project Duo Photography

Start with 4-6 oz. brewed coffee… Add in an ounce and a half of some good ole Irish cream, a pinch of sugar and a cup full of ice. Throw all these goodies into the blender and let the magic come together. You know it’s ready for drinking when you’ve got a smooth and creamy concoction on your hands. Make it pretty with a drizzle of caramel and a dash of freshly grated cinnamon. Sip. Enjoy.

To learn more about Lyght House Cocktails and for booking and services information, visit www.lyghthousecocktails.com.

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Open House this weekend!

Hello all ye faithful readers – It’s Monday. But, instead of the usual heavy sighs and painful eye rolls, get excited! We’ve already got your weekend plans in store. Whether you got engaged over Christmas, you’re going to say yes Friday night, or you are just now getting the ball rolling on your planning, StudioWed is the place to make it all come together. Start your dream-day planning with us – a ONE-STOP-SHOP for wedding planning, where you can find Atlanta’s BEST industry professionals all under one roof. Everything from the photographer to the caterer, the florist to the cake and all of the fun details that fall in between–StudioWed has it all.

The monthly Open House gives you (and your groom, your mom, your BFF) the chance to stop in for a personalized tour of our cozy (NEW) home in the West Midtown district. Flip through endless inspiration books, meet some of our vendors face-to-face, sample sweet treats and tasty cocktails and get ready to plan your big day in a flash. That’s a simple, stress-free flash.

Take it from me-a StudioWed bride herself-that centering your nuptials around this nook of incredible talent makes for one phenomenal trip down the aisle!

The event is free for all, but register to attend at www.studiowedopenhouse.eventbrite.com!

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Knot-Tying Teaser from D&R Films!

D&R Films tells a story like no other! Check out this teaser from a local wedding this past April – we can’t wait to see more!

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An Occasion for Celebration

I swear to you that a day does not pass where I am not floored, awed or inspired by one (or, in this case several) of our StudioWed vendors. From the level of creativity they possess to the capacity for ingenuity that they constantly display, it’s never short of amazing and I feel lucky enough to have experienced just the teensiest part of it for my own wedding.

This month’s Occasions Magazine gets released with an absolute plethora of StudioWed talent. Congrats to all the vendors for their outstanding work that not only deserves it’s publish, but is sure to inspire the upcoming brides this season!

The all-star team: …I Do Linens, Lemiga Events, Vue Photography, Janet Howard Studio, Jackson Durham Floral, Settee, Sweet Sensations, For Goodness Cakes, Tentlogix, We Rent Atlanta, Unique Event Management, Edge Design, Anne Barge, Event Drapery, Foglio Press and Scoobie West

Check out the newest issue here, or swing by the studio for your own copy!

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