Elsie and Matt

Elsie and Matt were married the day after Thanksgiving. They had their reception in one of the loveliest greenhouses in the Valley, Highland Gardens. The greenhouse hosts a special reception area filled with tropical plants and stonework. An added bonus is the full-sized caterers kitchen.



Elsie chose willow green and white for her colors, a very fitting combination with the beautiful gardens.

Elegantly Expressed was responsible for decoration and providing the chocolate fountain and the dipping foods. The room needed very little in the way of extra decoration, but we accented with candles everywhere and tall statement vases. This combination softened the room, but added a great deal of elegance. To accentuate the color, we used willow green organza table overlays and chair sashes.









The centerpieces consisted of 3 vases, the tallest with calla lilies, and the shortest with candles. I loved what it added to the room. The head table was stunning with hydrangeas and candle arrangements.





The chocolate fountain was a lot of fun that night. We brought in pineapple, green apples, gummy bears, pretzels, and cream puffs for the perfect dipping foods. I also think the setup was quite lovely, but I might be biased ;).

Donna and Dave

I was so excited to work with Donna and Dave on their wedding. Their colors were dark blue and brown, very tasteful. I was able to have a lot of fun with their decor and they allowed me quite a bit of creative leeway.



I think that my most favorite decoration of the evening was the cake backdrop. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to put up one of my newest favorites for the first time. It pulled a real contemporary elegance into the whole affair. I understand that not everyone has the same decor style and tastes I do, but I honestly adored this backdrop. Please someone ask me to do it again! ;)





We used the brass arch set in the lobby at the entrance to the cultural hall. We wrapped shimmery, sheer, white fabric with lights through the arch and accented with blue and white flowers. This set was completed with the two brass flower stands on either side, also accented with the same flowers.



Of course, the dropped ceiling cannot be forgotten; it was lovely and completed the room.



I am pleased to introduce the newest member of the entrance/pathway markers: White Frosted Lanterns. Aren't they darling?




The centerpieces were delphinium and white gerbera daisies with our trademark beads and lights.



I also created this rather simple but modern accent piece to go in the lobby and gift table areas.



Yes, I think this was another win for us. ;)

More Than Just Weddings: The Halloween Carnival

Did you know we do more than just weddings? As an experienced event planner, I have been the creator and facilitator of dozens of events, including conferences, seminars, reunions, and parties. Most recently we were able to host a Halloween Carnival mixing cute and creepy decor for a very complimentary atmosphere. With custom-made games, a compelling soundtrack, and prizes for all, the event was a success (and so much fun!).

The games were created by our master-mind, the chief engineer, Mel. Mel is the builder and brains behind the frameworks of backdrops, ceilings, and any other prop a client may request. For the Halloween Carnival, Mel spent hours building unique games reminiscent of what you would find on a summer boardwalk. We had Skee Ball, 7-11, Baseball Tic-Tac-Toe, and more, all built in self-contained, sturdy structures. These games were the essence of the carnival and were a lot of fun to play.



The decorations, as previously mentioned, were planned to be a mix of fun, kid-friendly pictures and creepy drapes, hung strategically over the walls. We also included black lanterns with red lights hanging from the walls for an extra touch of sophistication. We tried hard not to overdo it, but did just enough to create the right atmosphere.






No party is complete without good music and this event was no exception. Our music mix was put together by our technical wizard, Alexander. He tracked down the best Halloween music you can find and mixed it onto one CD. Ghostbusters, Nightmare Before Christmas, and Night on Bald Mountain are only a few of the 100 minutes saved onto that disk. The atmosphere immediately changed when the music began playing. Alexander has also created some of the best wedding mixes I have ever heard. This guy knows his music.

Naturally, the people who come to the event truly make it what it is. All the best games, music, and plans fail if no one shows up to the party. When focusing on dynamics for an event, advertising is carefully considered and planned. It's the first impression of the event and can really make the difference. Posters, fliers, and word of mouth insured that lots of families attended the Halloween Carnival. It was their attendance and personalities that really made it a fun and successful event. So thanks to everyone who showed up! We loved your costumes and appreciated your contribution to the carnival!