Who Is Michelle Gregory?

Hi!

Who is Michelle Gregory?! 

I thought I would answer that question with some photos! 

Besides,  what a  hoot to post a couple of different pictures of me in what I love to do best...

Weddings!

Here's Kelly and I in an impromptu photo with my camera! 

The happy couple.. Mr. and Mrs. Blake Hill!

Here I am! Thank you Square Eye Photo!

Here I am with Kallie and Nick all clean and smiling!!

(Just after  the infamous cake cutting pictures!)

The lovely Lynne and Ron Bayles before they headed out to their new home in Oregon!!

Money Dance time with Shanntel and Aaron... me peaking around the corner!

Everyone was in Pink for Diana's special day. In fact, it was  pink everywhere!

In for a  quick hug!! Michelle and Troy Fennell and Me!!

This photo is extra special to me because not only did I plan Kathleen's wedding this year but I also planned her parents wedding...Kelli and Rick Kramer!!!! ummmm 16 years ago? 

Here's Kari and Haamed! Let's party!!

A couple of last minute touches and we're good to go!

Yes that's right... I'm on the left. Who says a planner can't have fun too??!

Joking around with Sara and Ryan!  They were so precious!

I just had to stop for just a quick pic! Thank you Sara!

Who is Michelle Gregory? I'm your Stylist and Wedding Planner!!

Call me or email me today and let's have some fun!!!

(714) 744-1608

info@thejonesvictorianestate.com

jonesvict@aol.com

Michellegrimesgregory@gmail.com

Love and Smiles,

Michelle Gregory

the Jones Victorian Estate

p.s. And an Officiant! Thank you Jinelle and Jeremy!!

The Pure Magic of Nature at the Jones Victorian Estate

Hi!

There are certain days for me that start out okay but end spectacularly. 

Saturday was just that day!

I had back to back appointments and as I was getting ready for those meetings. I needed certain supplies from my Art Studio/Awesome Wedding Supply House.

As I was coming out of the little house, I noticed about 6 or 7 Bees flying around.

I thought that it was a bit strange because even though there was vegetation on the hill, the flowers weren't in bloom yet. As I walked down a few steps, I turned around to look back and this is what I saw.... 

Under the chair was a BEE HIVE! A real live Bee Hive! The Bees weren't agitated. They were actually quite peaceful with a few just flying to and fro.

Well, I was so excited! Now, I know some of you would run in fright and I completely understand that. 

I didn't! I was completely energized!

 I called my favorite Bee Man, Jeff, and asked and urged and prodded him to  come right over. 

He Did. 

It was the most magical act of kindness I have ever seen. I wish I had thought to video tape it.

This is what happened. 

Jeff came as promised and outfitted in his white Bee-Suit, much like a white Green Lantern.  He approached the hive with slow and determined movements. He ever so gently kneed down and moved his hands under the hive. He  s l o w l y  guided them into the new bee box that he put on top of the chair. 

It was like pouring water into a glass but these were hundreds of bees. 

It took him three hand fulls and waa laa... 

the Queenie and her family were inside in a safe and lovely new home.

Jeff was amazed at how calm the Bees were and how easy the transition was. 

But, he cautioned me! There is a "gestation" period of about 48 hours to see if the Bees will stay. 

I'm proud to say, the bees are happy and coming and going to feed their family as I write this post. They are moving in furniture and the Queenie is showing them where to put everything.

                              I went up to see them and they didn't even give me a slide ways glance!
The box will be moved farther up the hill but for now, the pure magic of nature is there for all to see.

It's special days like this when Nature shows itself in such glory that it makes the world, at least for me, a better place.

Thank you for reading!!
Love,
Michelle Gregory
Stylist and Coordinator
the Jones Victorian Estate
714.744.1608

Sarah and Greg Casford's thank you!!!

Hi Michelle!

I can't believe how time has flown and it has almost been a month since our wedding! I have been meaning to sit down and write to you for awhile now but it has been such a busy (and fun) couple of weeks I have just now found the time!

Everytime I think back to May 21st, I get goosebumps; it was truly the happiest day of our lives. We had so much fun at our wedding and everything was more beautiful then we could have imagined. I always thought I would be a giant ball of stress at my wedding & be worrying about every little detail, but with you there I was completely relaxed and really got to enjoy and appreciate my day. We got the preview of our pictures last week and I was in such awe of how gorgeous everything came together; I really appreciate your attention to detail and all the insight and ideas you helped with to make our day personalized and unique.

From the food, to the venue and beyond, The Jones Victorian Estate did not disappoint. What you offer is an outstanding location for any bride & groom that is unparalleled in Southern California and one of our best decisions was to get married there. You helped create a picture perfect backdrop for our "happily ever after" to begin. :-)

Thank you sooooooo much for everything! We are almost sad our wedding is over because we will miss our visits with Michelle!!! You are so amazing!!!! Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!

Love,

Greg & Sarah Casford

To Prop or not to Prop... that's the question!

Hi

"Do Props really make a difference to my day or overall design? How much is to much? How do I find props? What kind and how large of props do I need? Is anyone going to really notice if I have props or not?"

To Prop or not to Prop... that's the question. Let me help!

A prop can be something as simple as an old suitcase. You can sit on it, use it for card gifts or create a special vignette. A prop can be large such as a special couch and have pictures with your entire bridal party having more fun on it. A prop can be a special old table with seating cards displayed on it, ornate bottles for your centerpieces, home made bench for photos, glass or stained glass windows for backdrops. There are all sorts of props. It's up to you! It's what draws your attention and makes you think.

A vignette of precious items, both old and new! It's easy and adds a touch of romance.

Here, Hillary's father made this Moon photo bench for the backdrop of their Polaroid pictures and we hung the fabric with stars!

If you "have" to like it, it's not for you. If you are worried about it, it's not for you. A prop is an item that makes you smile and have fun with it! A prop is an item that shows the guests who you are.
Do you have to have a prop? Absolutely not!

Would I like you to think about it? Absolutely, yes! It can add more character and detail to your event but only if YOU want it.

Be bold! Have fun! Be you!

Love,

Michelle

Bride, Boutoniere, Bird nest and Boots at the Jones Victorian Estate

Hi!

I just can't seem to get enough of Denise and her wedding. Honestly, when I receive an entire CD from the photographer all I want to share them all! In reality, nobody wants to sit through every single image unless they are yours. So, I am posting them in groups so you can enjoy them as much as I am!

A huge thank you goes out to Michael for an incredible job and these photos! Check out his website at www.memoriesbymichael.com. You won't be disappointed!!

Here's Denise! I love a Bride in Boots!
This boutonniere and all the flower bouquets were made with love by Flower Allie of Fullerton. We added twine to the boutonnieres and the napkins to bring her woodsy, green theme through the entire event.
Denise had found a bird's nest for her son to carry the rings with but it was so fragile. I remember seeing one in our attic. We used her nest for the arch with blue eggs inside (for her something blue) and mine for the rings! Perfect!!

We hung her gown from a tree, added her boots, the bouquet, one of your "quote" tags and presto...

Let's bring out your style today!

Love

Michelle

Bride's Choice Award for 2011

HI!

We won the Bride's Choice Awards 2011 from Weddingwire! This means we are in the top 5 percent of Wedding Pros nationwide!!!! I am so grateful!!!!

Here are the responses from my Past Brides:

Thumbs up: Tonya Schuster, Brent Galasso, Kirstie Grondorf Margalit!

Sue: Wonderful!!!! We already knew you were the best :) Love Ya:)

Tina: Congratulationsssssssssssssssssss... you are amazzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzing.

Janai: As you should be!

Irene: Congrats on winning the bridal choice award! You must be so thrilled. I just knew you did

beautiful work... now everyone knows it too! Lots of Love!

Debbie: That is so cool Michelle. We had a wonderful experience working with you for both

Amber and Heather's wedding!

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