Lemon & Lime Event Design

If you follow us on Facebook or Twitter then you have been lucky enough to catch glimpses of our super secretive Prohibition Party a few weeks ago. Our client tasked us with putting together an event for her friends based on the award-winning show, Boardwalk Empire (minus all of the violence and…other things). Hello, how cool [...]

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HAPPY SUNDAY FUNDAY! You’ve still got a few weeks until Mother’s Day but if you tend to wait until the last minute like I do then you may want to check out these cool ideas below.  Thanks to the Busy Budgeting Mama blog for sharing! I’m pretty excited to try some of these out…the real question is, [...]

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Struggling to figure out what favor you want to have at your wedding or event? Get something for your guests that also gives back! Whether it’s a community organization, a disease awareness foundation, or your local Girl Scout Troop..there are a TON of options out there! Figure out what you were going to spend on [...]

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While this week’s chilly temperatures on the east coast don’t have us thinking summer quiet yet… it will be hot outside before we know it. Pottery Barn has some adorable new outdoor entertaining items, especially when it comes to drink dispensers… check out the mason jar option! So cute and perfect for everything from weddings, BBQ’s, [...]

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Sometimes I feel bad for the grooms. Brides get a shower (sometimes multiple!), a bachelorette party, and really almost the whole wedding…but what about the guys? Aside from the bachelor party they sometimes get left out of things (which yes can also be their fault). Until now. Enter, the Groom Roast! I’ll be honest, I’ve [...]

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It’s about that time of year that I crave something cold.. frozen yogurt, ice cream etc., ALL THE TIME! I found these little gems at the fresh market last week… Diana’s Bananas! For 130 calories a pop, you definitely take care of the sweet-tooth craving. Instead of eating what can be a fatty milk product, [...]

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Sit-Down Dinner Who should choose it: Couples celebrating at a catering facility, club, or ballroom, as well as oenophiles who want to pair each course with wine. Who should avoid it: Party animals. Dinners take time―spent eating, not dancing or clinking glasses with anyone beyond your table. What to ask: The real price difference between seated dinners and [...]

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If you’re primping for your BIG day and good ol’ mother nature decides to roll in with a rainstorm, don’t let that bring you down! Forget what Alanis Morissette has to say about it, take advantage of the hand you are dealt and bring in props that you wouldn’t normally use for your photos. Yesterday’s [...]

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Ugh, today is just plain ugly. I guess I can’t complain considering it’s only April and we’ve been pretty spoiled with nice weather lately (I have a fresh sunburn from yesterday to prove it!). If you’re looking for something to do today, maybe to keep your kids occupied, bring out an old umbrella and put [...]

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Here is a simple do-it-yourself centerpiece that is perfect for spring! Find the full directions here at elizabeth anne designs!

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For most events, a toast is always given to the couple or guest of honor. Sometimes it’s tricky for the person giving the toast to come up with the right thing to say. Martha Stewart Weddings came up with some great advice for all sorts of events below! We here at lemon & lime love [...]

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Many times in the wedding world… the blog entries are posted long after the I DO’s have been said and the cakes been cut. We drool over the lovely pictures, bouquets and cute flower girls. One of our clients (and friends!) has been blogging throughout her wedding process and it’s an amazing read for all [...]

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Today’s weekly squeeze is a different kind of health tip…it’s for your skin! Thanks to Huffington Post Weddings and Glamour Magazine  we’ve got some great tips to get your skin in shape. Heck, you don’t need to be getting married or getting ready for a fancy event to try these out so go for it! 1. Set [...]

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Many brides choose their flowers based on their look and color, but flowers also have a symbolic meaning. This could be fun to work into your wedding. Check out the meanings below! Amaranthus: Constancy and fidelity Amaryllis: Pride, pastoral beauty Anemone: Abandonment, forsakenness, sincerity, fragility Chrysanthemum: Happiness and long life Chrysanthemum (White): Truth Chrysanthemum (Yellow): Secret admirer Chrysanthemum (Red): Love Daffodil (a.k.a. [...]

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Bridal Fashion Week kicked off a few days ago and I have been stalking twitter and various websites for updates.  I’d love to make it there someday but for now, my stalking will just have to do! Lots of great gowns are on their way for Spring 2013 and I can’t wait to see what [...]

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So I know we’ve been focusing on food for sunday funday’s lately…but lots of things can make sunday a bit more fun. Clearly, we on our computers all of the time reading style me pretty, blogs,  facebook, twitter, pinterest oh yah and work. Protect your keys with these fun keyboard covers! It will help with [...]

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We are often asks by our brides who we think should/should not be invited to the rehearsal dinner. The last thing you want is for the rehearsal to become a whole new wedding reception, but you also don’t want to upset any friends/family. Below are some great tips from Tres Sugar to help ease the stress [...]

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By now you’ve probably had the chance to drool all over pictures of Charm City Cakes’s summer preview… and no I’m not even talking about the taste, but the amazing design. If you haven’t taken a look yet… check out these amazing cakes here: http://cccsummer2012.tumblr.com/

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If you’ve ever been in a wedding then I’m sure you’ve heard the line about being able to wear the bridesmaid dress again. Sure, the dress may be pretty (hopefully!) but you may just not have somewhere to wear it. Below are some…interesting….ideas to give that dress new life thanks to the Huffington Post Weddings. [...]

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So wedding season is upon us and although it’s an exciting time for everyone, it also can involve lots of extra calories, especially at all of the showers (baby showers, too!). Thanks to weight watchers and what’s cooking? check out the recipes below that are a lighter spin on some of our favorite shower food! [...]

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While we’re all getting excited for summer… if you’re planning a wedding for the fall, you’re probably skipping right ahead to the changing leaves and football season. The hot colors for fall are amazing… french roast, honey gold, bright chartreuse, rose smoke and even tangerine tango (my favorite!) If you’re planning a fall wedding… check [...]

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Hitched Salon (wedding dress boutique) in Washington, DC is asking for your old bridesmaid and prom dresses to donate to girls whom are unable to purchase a prom dress. If you have one laying around never to be worn again, please drop it off to Hitched in Georgetown and make a prom dream come true! [...]

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So I tend to blog about how easy it is to just get your friends together for a little party on a whim. Well, we did it and I just had to share! Ok ok….it wasn’t exactly on a whim…it was planned about 2 weeks in advance to get the date on everyone’s calendar but [...]

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happy easter from lemon & lime event design! We hope you had a great day with family and friends. Although most of your eggs have already been dyed and decorated, we’re definitely putting this on the list for next year! Using the “cute tape” and other similar brands to decorate eggs. How adorable and not [...]

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Many churches are becoming very very strict on what you can celebrate the newly married couple with as they walk out the door… take a look at the below! How cute would these be in your wedding colors? 

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Baseball season is officially kicking off today! Crazy to think that it’s already time to PLAY BALL when I feel like we were just watching football. ANYWAY, if you aren’t lucky enough to be heading to the ballpark for your favorite team’s home opener, why not whip up a fun little opening day party for [...]

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I came across the two pooch paperie etsy shop and fell in love! how adorable. I think the crab save the date would be perfect for some of our Baltimore couples! The below can be in any colors you’d like to match your theme. These stickers are too cute!

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If you’re trying to be strong this Easter season, look no further than the sugar free candy aisle. These days just about every kind of candy has a sugar free version (or something similar) so you can stay on track with your diet and still enjoy the joy that is an Easter Basket. Russell Stover [...]

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Not really feeling the whole veil at your wedding? Maybe you’re looking for something to add to your hair as a fun element for the reception. There are some amazing hairpieces out there that would be a great addition to your bridal look. Check out these gorgeous options for some ideas to get you started. [...]

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Thanks to Tom Kat Studio for sharing pictures of these cute bunny and lamb cookies! make them this weekend!

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So, Easter is in a week (what?!?!) and if you are just realizing this like I am then you probably need to whip up some fun little decorations to acknowledge the holiday is here (hopefully you were smart enough to take down your Christmas decorations already!). Here are two of my favorite fun and simple [...]

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