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We’re back to talking about tent weddings.  We dived into the basic amenities you may not have considered when hosting a tented wedding.  And now we’re back to chat about our favorite part of any celebration- the decor!  So without anymore fanfare… 

Let’s dive in.

So You’re Decorating A Tent Wedding

Advice, Inspiration, Tent Weddings, Wedding Planning

Tidewater Pole Tent In Evening

This is the first of a series on tent weddings… It’s easy to see why a tent wedding is a popular choice for couples.  They transform any space into a true build a dream venue experience.  Just like any dream, the road to making it come true can be a bumpy one. Building a dream […]

Advice, Tent Weddings, Wedding Planning

So You’re Planning A Tent Wedding

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Growing up we were big fans of Captain Planet.  Ok, fine.  HUGE FANS. And you may probably already know this if you’ve chatted with us recently about making your wedding more sustainable.  Eco-friendly options for your event have never been easier. From rentals to compostable serving ware there are many new and old ways to […]

Go Green On Your Wedding Day

Advice, Eco Weddings, Wedding Planning

With the potential of twice as many couples marrying this year, and still only 26 weekends in the year couples may find that a Saturday celebration isn’t feasible in 2021 and 2022.  But this shouldn’t be a source of sorrow- weekday weddings are growing in popularity for a variety of reasons, even prior to the pandemic. Based on 2018 Real Weddings study, one in five couples choose to say I do on a weekday. As a wedding professional who saw nearly their entire 2020 calendar postpone to 2021, I know I am becoming a fan of the weekday affair. 

Wedding Planning

Wednesday Are For Weddings

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In a world where no day has gone as expected, staying up to date on changes to your wedding has never been more important.  From postponing, to a venue changes, to drastically cutting your guest list, couples planning their nuptials in 2020 have seen it all. 

Why You Need A Wedding Website

Advice, Wedding Planning

Wedding Website on a Laptop
Hand passing blue tip envelope

Any of our clients will tell you that we highly encourage writing thank you notes the week before your wedding.  Not only is this a wonderful way to lift your spirits, it also frames your mind to be open to all the positivity that your celebration will bring.  Weddings are stressful, but focusing on the people involved in your celebration will guide your thoughts away from negativity. 

Advice, Wedding Planning

Gratitude and Gratuities

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I am often asked, why wedding planning, and although there are many reasons why I began providing coordination services, there is one specific memory that always springs to mind. ​

Once Upon A Planner!

I Do Crew

Shane Murley Band
wedding budget with planner

Perhaps the most uncomfortable aspect of a budget is seeing the reality of your spending habits in black and white.  But after you seeing this uncomfortable truth you will be better equipped to prioritize your wedding spending. And if you have your priorities in order you will be less likely to overspend needlessly.

Advice, Budget, Wedding Planning

The Other B-Word

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Happy Friday Eve Spouses To Be,

Bridal show season is upon us and excitement is in the air as you research vendors, make public your secret wedding Pinterest board (We all have them #weddinginspo ), and buy your tickets.  

If this is the first time you are attending a bridal show or you are a seasoned attendee

I Was Told There’d Be Cake

Advice, Wedding Planning

cupcakes and babies breathe