Melissa and Nick

Nick had perfect timing when he proposed to Melissa just a few weeks before we moved, so we were able to plan all the decor and the catering while I was still in Utah. Right from the beginning we knew it was going to be a beautiful wedding. They chose purple, lavender and silver as their colors, accented by white flowers.

I had such a fun time working with them and they are such a sweet couple. I know they will be very happy together.


I think the chandelier adds just the right touch to the dropped ceiling.





The backdrop is the 10 ft version of our Triangle Panel Backdrop. I really like how it turned out with the damask panel in the center and the purple on either side.



The centerpieces used purple LED lights and white fuji spider mums, which may just be my favorite flowers.







Along with decorations, we were able to provide a chocolate fountain with all the dipping accessories, which everyone adores. We also served cheese and crackers which provided a nice contrast with the other sweets.



Here, you can see McKay busy at work serving the guests.



Doesn't this cake look delicious? Nick was in charge of choosing it, and I think he did a pretty good job. Once it arrived, I added a few flowers to complete the look.

Whitney and Kelly

I have known Whitney since she was just a little kid and she has always been like a little sister to me. She married her sweetheart, Kelly, on August 14th and I was able to help to decorate her gorgeous reception inside the Mapleton Barn. Her colors were green and brown, with a rustic theme since Kelly is such a cowboy.

We brought in white lights and draped them across the top to create a romantic mood. (Please excuse the poor quality of the pictures, the light was so bright and always in the wrong place.)



The tables were covered in a willow green organza that really brought out the gorgeous centerpieces created by Melissa of Tickled Pink Floral and the bride's family.



The family set up a lovely candy bar for the wedding favors, pre-packaged as a nice convenience to their guests.




We also brought in some unique rustic touches, including an old bench for the gift area, our black lanterns, and wagon wheels.






Outside, our black lanterns greeted guests as they entered the barn.



To finish, I have to share the beautiful bouquet made my Melissa of Tickled Pink Floral. The flowers perfectly fit the theme and were a gorgeous accessory to the stunning bride.



Thanks Whit for letting me help with your special day! Congrats on your happily ever after!!

Julia and Justin

On August 6th, I had the awesome opportunity to help Julia and Justin with their wedding reception out in Vernon, UT.

Julia had chosen hot pink and black as her wedding colors and we leaned toward a really neat shabby-chic look using black lace and hot pink gerbera daisies. It was so much fun to plan out all the details and they came together so beautifully.



On the tables we used hot pink satin overlays with a runner of black lace. The centerpiece was tall black sticks with pink gerbs attached in rectangle vases. I personally loved the look.



They chose the Jen backdrop for their line and we put black satin and pink gerbs to bring in the right flavor.



Behind the cake was a toned-down version of the pipe and drape backdrop with strands of gerbs hanging on either side of the cake table.



Outside, guests were greeted by our white lanterns flanking the sidewalk into the church.



We also provided a delicious chocolate fountain complete with all the yummy things to dip in it.

Everyone in the wedding party and their guests were so delightful to meet and talk to. It was obvious that it was a wonderful party with lots of love and friendship. Thanks for letting us be a part of your special day!

Ted and Donna's 50th Wedding Anniversary

My grandparents, Ted and Donna, just had their 50th wedding anniversary on June 9. To celebrate, we threw them a lovely party and invited all their family and friends.

Back in 1960, when my grandparents were married, their wedding color was pink, so I made sure that all the flowers were pink and accented with green, hoping to bring a garden theme to the room.



Melissa of Tickled Pink Floral helped me with the centerpieces and all the other flowers. They looked fantastic! They were elegant in their simplicity.



We brought in the black arch to showcase the cake. I put champagne colored organza and a sprinkling of pink roses on the arch. My dad did a wonderful job baking the cake and making it structurally strong. Melissa and I then decorated the cake with ribbon, flowers, and edible pearls. Not bad for amateurs :).







I think the event turned out really nicely. Here's to another 50 years Grandma and Grandpa! ;)

Andrea and Tim

We had another wedding over this rainy weekend. Andrea and Tim got married at the lovely Alpine Arts Center outside right between the rain bursts. Very lucky! Even luckier was that they planned their reception for indoors, as it continued to rain the rest of the day. I have been friends with Andrea's older sister for about 12 years now and it was fun to see the whole family again.

Andrea's colors were a sunny mix of red and yellow, perfect for the overcast day. We put up a lovely dropped ceiling to warm up the room.



The backdrop was the pipe and drape, covered in a yellow drape and spotlit from the bottom to give a soft, rippling event on the curtains. We also put up a matching cake backdrop which we spotlit from above to showcase the cake.



The tables had yellow sashes on the chairs and bright red overlays. The family then put on cute centerpieces of lanterns and river pebbles.



Congratulations Andrea and Tim! Enjoy your honeymoon in Disneyland and I hope your marriage is as sunny as your reception was!

Ashley and Brady

Last week, on a very rainy Friday, Ashley and Brady got married and had their reception in the Mapleton Barn that evening. They are such a cute couple and we were privileged to decorate for their special event.

The Mapleton Barn is an absolutely charming place. I have been to many weddings there and have seen it dressed up in a variety of ways. It has a really nice rustic, yet clean feeling, making it perfect for any event. Honestly, it doesn't need much to dress it up, but we were really happy with how it looked after we got done.

We brought in our famous dropped tent ceiling and put it up between the enormous rustic iron chandeliers that were already in the room.



Ashley's colors were lemon and lime, very bright and springy. The colorful sashes on the chairs really helped brighten up the room in contrast to the pouring rain outside.





Finishing touches included running lights down the center pillars and the shepherd hooks outside, leading to the doorway (complete with flickering candle LED's).





Congratulations Ashley and Brady! It was a pleasure working with you!

Mysha & Stephen

I've known Mysha since she was about 12 years old, as her mother was my adviser/mentor for most of my college experience. Since that time she has grown up to become a beautiful young lady and last Friday she married her sweetheart Stephen. They are such an adorable couple! I've been working quite closely with them for a number of months to plan their wedding and reception and after all our hard work and late nights (at least 3 very late nights) the whole event came together beautifully.



Mysha's initial inspiration were peacock feathers but we eventually moved toward a combo of the typical peacock colors (blue, green, purple) and added an electric fuchsia to the mix to reflect Mysha's bright personality. We also decided to add some elegance in the form of crystal accents which we added to centerpeices, the backdrop, and a gorgeous, 4ft long chandelier.



We put up our ever-popular "Jen Backdrop" using black satin as the canvas of the drape and adding the bright colors on top. I also included a beaded curtain that caught the light and which the bridesmaids said gave the impression of a waterfall.



The cake backdrop was originally going to match the main backdrop, but at the last minute I decided to add some flair and wrapped the black drape a bit differently and only included a slight dash of blue. In the end I preferred this contemporary leaning more than our original plan.



The centerpieces were peacock feathers and calla lilies in a rather contemporary arrangement, surrounded by bright runners in a crinkled taffeta fabric. These runners are fantastic when we want to add texture to the linens and they are very complementary with satin overlays. For this wedding, we used black satin as our base on the tables and the chairs, giving the entire ensemble a very classy look. The black was also a good opposite for the multiple vibrant colors. Too much color and the room could have easily gone toward a circus feel.





On top of the decorations, I also catered this reception. We pulled out our two gorgeous chocolate fountains and put dark chocolate in one and white chocolate in the other. We paired them with huge, flavorful strawberries, cream puffs, pretzels, pineapple, green apples, and gummy bears. Additionally, we served chicken salad on baguettes and mini raspberry trifles (which were heavenly).







Other pictures of the room:

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Backdrop Portion of the Room:




The Bride and her Flower Girls

Mary Belle and James

James and Mary Belle were married this last weekend on a particularly stormy day. Despite the rain and snow, it was a beautiful occasion.

The couple's colors were a sophisticated mix of champagne, gold, and a touch of light pink.

We did a lovely dropped ceiling that really softened the room. We accented by doing tall, spring arrangements around the room which contributed to the feeling of an art museum with the spotlights.





We also put up the contemporary swag backdrop with a champagne drape and gold cross drape. The champagne fabric was simply exquisite, and fell perfectly to the floor.



The bride and groom created the centerpeices. They were simple, yet reflected the classic beauty in the room. Using small fishbowls lined on the bottom with clear glass beads, they were topped off with one gerbera daisy and an adorable photo of the cute couple.



The final touch in the room was the gorgeous cake, decorated with cherry blossoms reflecting the bride's Japanese heritage. The bride and groom cut the cake early in the evening and served it the rest of the night. It was the only cake I have ever seen that was gone by the end of the reception.




For the rest of the refreshments, we brought in one of our gorgeous chocolate fountains and served it with cream puffs, green apples, bananas, pretzels, and gummy bears. Of course it was a hit with the guests!

It was a fabulous day for a wonderful couple and it was a joy to be able to work with them on their special day. Congrats!