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5 Tips to Conquering Your Floorplan

9/20/2020

 
One of the BEST things we get to do with our couples is help draft a floor plan. It’s sort of like one of our favorite things when it comes to details and prepping… is that weird? Well, if you didn’t know we are wedding nerds now you do! Floorplans should get way more hype and credit than they do when it comes to planning. It is the BIGGEST way to bring your vision to life and will outline your entire reception. 
A lot of times what we see though are couples who are burnt out by the time they need to sit down and draft a floor plan. It’s not the most exciting thing, and it doesn’t always look the best - compared to floral arrangements or that cute custom sign you had made that is. It can also be very overwhelming once you start thinking of all the little details and things that go into a floor plan. Which brings us to this blog post - 5 steps to setting up your perfect floorplan.

As always - resources, links and more at the bottom!

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Planning 101: Stationery and Paper

9/3/2020

 

Stationery questions - Making it custom, personal and part of you vision

Do you ever feel at a loss for words? You have this great idea or picture in mind of what you are planning but when it comes down to putting it in action your mind goes blank. Now add on that stress of making it tie into your wedding vision and PHEW. It's enough to make anyone stare at a screen of options for hours and hours. 
Your invitations have a very important job.  They give those people who mean the world to you all the details to get to your day to celebrate and soak in the love. Your invitations alone let them know so much more than when and where, they also tell them the overall style of your wedding from color to how formal it may be and the tone of the day.

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Celebrating and Social Distancing

4/30/2020

 

Part 2 - Reception
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Tips and Ideas to Keep People Healthy
​and Share an Amazing Moment

The reception is where all the hugs, dance moves and delicious food typically happens. Making that happen without touching, getting close to each other and while following your local guidelines can be tricky - but it doesn't have to be any less special! It is important that you take steps to avoid any stress on your guests and the two of you on your wedding day. If you're lucky you have put together an amazing team of pros who will help make this all come together, but just to be helpful here are a few tips we've put together to help you think through some logistics. 
As Texas releases more information on opening wedding venues and safe ways to celebrate we will continue sharing tips and ideas to help keep your wedding planning as simple as possible. For now here are some ideas to start your planning process based on the phase we are currently in. 
For the BEST up to date information be sure to check in with the CDC Guidelines and with your local or State policies and recommendations. Overall - guests, pros and families need to stay 6 foot apart when at all possible. ​If it is not possible, individuals should use a face covering, hand hygiene, cough etiquette, cleanliness, and sanitation should be rigorously practiced.
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Okay so now that you know where to find the official good stuff, here are some tips and ideas to put it in action and to plan ahead. 

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Celebrating and Social Distancing

4/28/2020

 

Part 1 - Wedding Ceremony
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Tips and Ideas to Keep People Healthy
​and Share an Amazing Moment

Okay so things have changed and rocked our worlds, but at the end of the day we all just want to CELEBRATE and share special moments with our families and friends. The key is knowing how to do that without putting anyone at risk, and of course to follow any policies and guidelines in place. Does anyone else agree that wedding planning is stressful enough as it is though? Now there are even more details to pour over to create a safe environment to welcome your guests into. The good news? This is new territory for all of us! Okay, so maybe that sounds a bit overwhelming to you but trust us - creating and thinking outside the box is what event industry pros DO. We are creatives - we may not be able to pick up a brush and paint a stunning scene but we can and do problem solve and find ways to make each event unique every single day. 

That being said I know you want the tips and ideas - so we've put them together here for you to check out. Every state has their own policies so be sure to check in with your area and apply those as well - but these tips are a great way to practice healthy habits as we start to see wedding ceremonies begin again and love stories begin. 

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Denton's Original Half Pint: Denton Bridal Show Summer 2018

8/8/2018

 

Mobile Bar Fun!

Member that bridal show we did a couple weeks ago? 
We teamed up with the Denton's Original Half-Pint and sponsored some cool drinks for all the couples who attended! So fun -- sparkling water & "something blue" spritzers were a huge hit. 
If you haven't checked it out - talk about a fun way to entertain your guests during a cocktail hour, for your engagement party or even just as an outdoor bar set up! 

What would you put on tap? 
I think our vote is for wine or champagne! But on a hot summer day, sparkling water and lemonade make a perfect set up to keep guests cool for an outdoor ceremony.
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Be sure to give our friends a shout & add a unique touch to your event that will be sure to make it an experience you won't forget!

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A Denton Proposal & Surprise Party

8/22/2017

 

Romantic Masculine Engagement

Imagine this, you take her to a venue in the country and under a gorgeous chandelier hanging from an outdoor wooden gazebo you drop to one knee and propose. Then you take her up the walkway to the venue where inside waits all of your family and friends and the most beautiful decor, floral, food and cake you could imagine. There is even a scotch and cigar area you can both partake in."
​-Brandi McComb Photography
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Trending Tuesday- Blue & Cranberries

5/23/2017

 

Trending Tuesday: Blue & Cranberry

Get ready ladies - this one is full of some of the biggest trends of the year!

​Weddings are a gorgeous occasion for everyone to enjoy, filled with romance and each unique to the couple being celebrated. These colors are just as deep and romantic and the styling - as dreamy as it gets! Perfect for brides planning a fall or winter wedding these bold colors will keep every guest warm.
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A perfect blend of cranberry and wine the photographers {The Lockharts} created a polished look by incorporating touches of dusty blue. Resonated in every detail from vintage chairs and beautiful place setting the design by Sydnee Events is delicate and beautiful. 
Wildflowers and bouquets designed to create a statement rather than simply accompanying a bride are jaw dropping. From the height and combination of soft pinks and deep reds the style is perfect and should inspire you to allow your florist to be creative and design you a one of a kind bouquet. 

One thing we do love about Southern weddings is the extended time brides are able to wear short/sleeveless gowns into the fall. Paired with a perfect hair piece {another big trend this year!} it allows a bride to choose the hair & dress style she envisions for her big day.
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Which bring us to the last big trend of this post: place settings. Gorgeous plates and colored drink-ware are a huge hit this year and surely you can see why! The added customization wraps up the entire scene to create a sophisticated & romantic setting for a beautiful wedding.
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Vendors Involved
Photography: The Lockharts
Planner: Sydnee Events
Stationary: Hands of Hollis
Rentals: Borrowed Inspirations
Hair & Makeup: Gracieella Artistry
Venue: Hawthorn Hills Ranch
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Sunday Spotlight: A Time to Shine Floral Design

4/30/2017

 

Sunday Spotlight: A Time to Shine Floral Design

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Whoever said, “do what you love and love what you do,” must have had Kelly in mind, the owner and head florist of A Time to Shine Floral Design. Her love for flowers began at age 16 when she volunteered to fill in a short-staffed floral department at her job in the local grocery store, and then requested to be permanently moved to that team. Soon, she began dreaming of starting her own floral business and giving clients a completely customized experience. One day after work, Kelly shared some ideas with her husband and he said, “Go for it!” The rest is history.

​Floral arrangements very quickly tie together a reception from the colors to the welcoming appearance and are a fantastic addition to your table top decor. Arrangements can vary in hundreds of ways, making each one personalized and special for your big day. Choosing a florist is much more than looking at the cost of a package - it's about their art work, the style(s) the design and your trust in them to complete your vision.

A Time to Shine Floral Design is family owned and operated that focuses on making every occasion sparkle and shine while keeping your budget in mind.  Regardless of your vision whether it be modern or classic Kelly goes above and beyond to provide beautiful floral arrangements for all their clients.
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Still a relatively small operation, A Time to Shine has the ability to, and truly delights in, providing clients with customizable options; not just packages A, B, or C. They take the time and care to work out arrangements that reflects the couple’s personality, taste, and preferences. Kelly enjoys regularly experimenting and trying the latest trends, so that she can always be sure she knows how to do what you’re envisioning.
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Fun Fact: We first worked with Kelly in 2012 when she provided the arrangements for our venue owners’ wedding!
"A wedding is such an exciting time and will surely be a memory that will last a lifetime. So, come on - let’s dream together!"
-Kelly McCarter
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A Time to Shine Floral Design
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Banquets at Hawthorn Hills Ranch in Denton Texas

4/12/2017

 

Feast of Roses: Banquet

It's no secret Hawthorn Hills Ranch has a big heart for the community & for local organizations. This non-profit banquet was one of our favorites from 2016. The ladies of this group did a phenomenal job to incorporate various aspects of their organization from their colors to their squirrel mascot. 
Floral accents can add elegant touches without over powering a table for a banquet. These roses paired with our vases and accent pieces offer a gorgeous look with the red linen napkins and accent runners. A beautiful touch that set the decor over the top was the accent of a pearl in the middle of the red rose. 
Whether it is a small or large banquet, celebrating the year's end or a company's anniversary we would love to celebrate with you at Hawthorn Hills Ranch. One of the perks of our modern, southern chic venue is it's versatility to make it your own.
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Photography by Rachel Gilster Photography
​http://www.rachelgilsterphotography.com/

A Fairy Tale Bridal

3/29/2017

 

A Fairy Tale Come True 

Every girl wants to feel like a princess on her wedding day from planning every last detail to putting on her white gown. This styled shoot took place at our venue in Denton TX and is just full of inspiration, Cinderella vibes and modern details. Candles add an elegant touch and add height to the tables while keeping the clean setting uninterrupted. One of our favorite details is the full tulle skirt that flows in the wind and would leave any bride feeling like Cinderella.
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