A Mexico Babymoon. Part 2.

After spending two days in Puerto Vallarta, the hubs and I decided to head south to Sayulita, our magic place. We were married in this gem of a little town a year and a half ago, and have the fondest memories of our wedding week here.  We were so looking forward to being back, reflecting on our wedding, and now having a baby to look forward to in the new year.  There couldn't have been a more perfect place for us to take one last vacation before life really changes...

We spent a week relaxing in the most heavenly house, Casa Dos Chicos, a place designed by a Chicago architect that's nestled in the green hills of Sayulita.  There are three levels to the house, four bedrooms, a swimming pool and a roof top spa, and best of all- hammocks to nap in while you take in the view on the top floor living room.  It's straight out of a travel magazine.  

When we weren't napping in hammocks we ran around the town reliving memories.  Taking pictures with Sarah here, eating lunch with our friends there, drinking margaritas in that spot...  It was wonderfully nostalgic and insanely relaxing at the same time.

And no trip to Sayulita would have been complete without a stop by Villa Amor, the actual location where we got married.  We stood where we said our vows, climbed the million stairs to where our reception was, and even snuck into the honeymoon suite where we stayed to look around again.  

The trip was perfect (if not a little sweaty and humid), but we spent much time sitting by the pool, drinking mocktails for me and margaritas for him, and enjoying some quiet time in our magical place.  We can't wait to go back with our little one in tow!

Once Upon A Time, I lived In A Hacienda.

Mexico.  My perfect place in the sun.  Where I can relax and let go and time stands still for a few days.  The hubs and I recently took a quick trip south of the border for a little 'babymoon'- one last getaway before our new addition joins us in this world.   We were so excited to head back to the area where we were married a year and a half ago.  It was the perfect spot to reconnect, reminisce, and talk about our rapidly approaching future.

I had read a great deal about the gem of a hotel called Hacienda San Angel and knew it would be the perfect place to spend some time while in Puerto Vallarta.  And wow, did it live up to its reviews.  The property once belonged to Richard Burton and from the second you enter the courtyard through the carved wooden doors you are in heaven.  It feels like a beautiful old rambling house with tiny candlelit gardens, rambling staircases and chandeliers hanging in nooks around every bend.  There are three small pools tucked into the property, bathtubs on rooftops, and balconies that overlook the beautiful landmark Puerto Vallarta church.  Each room is furnished with hand carved antiques and old sculptures and the softest white linens you've ever felt.  We dined by candlelight, fell asleep to the tolling bells of the church, and awoke to see the sunrise from our private balcony.  We could have moved in.  

Should you ever find yourself in Puerto Vallarta, don't think twice about staying here.  Truly heavenly and the perfect spot for us to begin our Mexico babymoon.

Kim & Cass. Engaged.

How cute are these two?  We just wrapped up their wedding at a private residence in Malibu and can't wait to see the photos....

In the meantime, a few from their engagement shoot by Pamela Lin.

{Pamela Lin}

Exquisite Weddings Magazine.

We were so excited to be a part of the Fall Issue of Exquisite Weddings Magazine.  If you haven't yet seen the spread, be sure to grab a copy.  We teamed up with The Floral Lab, MIHO Gastrotruck, and Brightly Designed to create a Moroccan & Spanish inspired tabletop.  All captured by photographer Marisa Holmes.  

{Marisa Holmes}

And check out the behind the scenes video here:

Exquisite Weddings | Fall/Winter 2011 Table Inspiration Shoot from Bob Hoffman Video & Photography on Vimeo.

Michelle & Ryan.

How cute are these two???  We have the best clients.  We are busy crafting and preparing for their wedding next weekend and we know, it's been a long time since we updated this old blog.... 

We just had to take a quick break for the gluing, sewing, and painting to share their amazing engagement pictures that were featured on Green Wedding Shoes and shot by the uber talented Brandon & Kristen Kidd. 

Happy Weekend!

{Brandon Kidd Photography}