For part II, Karla and Paul came to Lenexa and we played around in the field you see below.  It was only a few days after the rain, so we had to watch our step but here are some favorites!

So, I'm to the ceremony in my editing process with Claire and Eric and I had to go ahead and post a blog.  They planned a personal wedding and reception at Loose Mansion in Kansas City.  Loose Mansion is full of history.  I love historical images and stories.  It must have been apparent because the chef saw me checking out this amazing photo in the bar area and told me all about how it was taken during World War I.  The photo was Mr. & Mrs. Loose with each General from all of our allies during WWI standing on the porch of the Loose Mansion!  I was in awe.  How cool to be standing in the same room!  The hand-carved fire place is a collaboration of all the favorite bible stories of Mrs. Loose.  This place is Amazing with a capital A.   I loved the details but I cannot wait to get to the images where the wedding party and guests ALL danced their hearts out.  They came to have fun, no doubt. 

I promise I'm not just surfing the net today...I'm actually waiting as images upload.  I'm a multi-tasker!  Any how, found this giveaway on two of the blogs I follow All Things Baby and Go{4}Pro and I WANT IT! 

It's a Sock Monkey Collection from All Things Baby for Baby Portraits.  HOW FREAKIN' CUTE.  Ok, I may also use it on my own babies, but I promise to pass it on to my clients as well =)


So, if you're reading this, leave a comment about why they need to give it to Shutter Happy Studios...

Much appreciated,
Heather Gregory
Shutter Happy Studios

This is my absolute favorite from both sessions I think so I couldn't wait another day to post it.

The Baby Plan (for babies 12 months and under) is such a great way to not only show the growth of your child but also the spirit and personality of your little wonder.  I always give advice to my clients about what to wear and accessories to bring by phone or e-mail but I think it's also helpful to show some examples. 

A great resource for finding awesome baby accessories is on Etsy.com.  Etsy.com is a free site for sellers to sell all things handmade.  The buying process is similar to Ebay.  You can use Paypal, also a free site to buy, to protect yourself with each purchase.  (I will say, a Paypal dispute can only be opened within 4 weeks of the purchase.  Sometimes hand made items can take longer than four weeks and should be explained up front.  Paypal still suggests opening a dispute before four weeks and closing it once the item is received.  Although, I would explain this to a seller in advance.)

There are SOOO many sellers on Etsy with baby items it's hard to pick through them all.  I do a search first and, just like Ebay, make sure they have a great rating with rave reviews.  A favorite of mine for baby hats is  AngelBeez Sassy Stitching

Here's an image from their Etsy Page