1000 Pillows

To all of you who have supported this blog, I wanted to let you know that John and I have decided not to wait any longer or do a super expensive wedding. My grandmother’s health is fading and I really want her to be a part of our day so we decided to get Married over the Thanksgiving Holiday in Chicago. We are going to have a small ceremony of just close family and friends and a dinner party.

Many of you have written to me to ask that I continue the love story so I will. I have a lot of planning to do in the next few weeks so I will not update the love story until after the wedding.

1000pillows will take a new turn starting December. It will be the story of our love and I can’t wait to continue telling it.

Love,
Frances & John

I recently discovered a fabulous place called Melange Apothecary in Sherman Oaks a few weekends ago with John. We walked in and I immediately fell in love with the intimate fragrance that invites you into the the shop.
John and I spent an hour customizing a perfect blend of eau de parfum made with hints of chocolate and fig. The owner blended my choices and guided John through the process of what additional scents she could add to make the perfume tantalizing to his senses. I loved discovering what peeked John’s interest.

I highly recommend spending some time with the man in your life in a place like Melange Apothecary to learn what scent makes you irresistible to him.

The convenient roll-on applicator delivers the perfect dose of fragrance and is great to carry in your purse or pocket. The budget friendly price of $18 for a scent that is customized to make your man go crazy for you, is well worth the price!

Get ready to make a statement with these gorgeous Guess- Blue Patent, pointed-toe pumps. For $79.99 from heels.com you’ll not only strut down the isle, but all eyes will be on the four inch silver stiletto heel!

Here is another fun find for chocolate loving brides. If you haven’t noticed from reading this blog, I have a serious affection for sweets and when I found this recipe for chocolate marshmallow pillow cookies I could not resist and had to share! If you love S’mores here is a great alternative. No fire, no sticks, no mess. Round up your bridesmaids, a few good bottles of wine and bake the night away.

Wrap the chocolate marshmallow pillow cookies in any of these cute favor boxes and your wedding guests will leave with a wonderful taste in their mouths. Click here for the prize winning recipe.

I went to Chicago this past week for my nephew’s eight grade graduation and while in town I visited some of my favorite haunts. One of which is m.henry.

My sister-in-law and I stopped by for Sunday Brunch and ordered the
Blackberry Bliss cakes. This dish is a must try. They are hot cakes layered with blackberries, vanilla and my favorite thing in the world…mascarpone! They also add a little bit of brown sugar and oat crusts to add an OMG factor. The wait is long on Sundays, but worth it!

For Chicago brides, m.henry would be a great place to have a bridal brunch! Berry Bliss equals Wedding Bliss!!