Melissa & Greg June 20th

i had to share this swoon-worthy DIY wedding with everyone. 

let me elaborate on why this was a reception you wanted an invitation for. no detail was spared. guests entered and immediately were treated to a mini-bar of assorted italian sodas while sipping sodas they were ushered to the gazebo where hundreds of photos of melissa and greg were hanging on mini clothespins. guests had an assortments of goodies to chose from provided by flour girls and dough boys and also a buffet table filled with sliced watermelon, breads and vinegar,and salads. 

my favorite detail: instead of using standard white straws they had candy-cane grey striped ones. 

its all about the details...

things i'm ♥'ing in the summer

as i've been checking out my favorite wedding blogs i have found so may fun and unique ideas. 

i highly recommend snagging these up for your event!

i'm still loving the vintage look with all of the wedding party looking as if they've just stepped 

off the set of an "i love lucy" episode. 

classy. 

check out the fun pictures to accompany the attire!

ruffled

anything and everything DIY is always in style. don't have the budget for real flowers or want to 

do something different; have a crafty friend help make fabric boutonnières or have an aunt knit your bouquet. 

the possibilities are endless.

green wedding shoes

step out of the box and unleash your creativity 

{we all have it somewhere - if you don't, borrow it from someone else}. 

help your printers design an invitation which will have an impact on those lucky enough to receive one.

ruffled

nothing sets a mood better than lighting. the utah summer nights are ideal for an outdoor event. 

drape the night sky with bistro lights or chinese lanterns setting the perfect mood. 

why not; you've always dreamed of it. 

you only get married once.

style me pretty

yet another DIY. this beautiful bride's mother made this wedding dress. not only is it a one-of-a-kind and absolutely stunning, but it will be cherished for generations.

ruffled

paper fans. a creative way to keep your guests cool while they wait for your ceremony to start or while they're mingling during your reception. it adds a personal touch and fantastic keepsake.

postcards & pretties

for those who couldn't make it to the open house

there were some people who really wanted to come and either because they were out of state or because of other obligations were not able to. so for all of you {and for the curious} i've compiled a sampling of the evening just for you! and yes, even WE had to deal with weather and move everything inside.

once again lots of luv - xoxo - to all of the fantastic vendors who came and helped with the night; it went off flawlessly because of you! 

{a complete list of the vendors are below the pics}

Front entrance to the Railroad Building

The front of the newly renovated Railroad Building

East side view of the Railroad Buliding

Inside the Railroad Building

Chinese lanterns and bistro lights adorned the night sky done by Lavender and Lace Rentals

The beautiful spread by Landmark II Catering

the greenhouse

Pictures:
Michael Lloyd Photography

Food:
Landmark II Catering
The Original Belgium Waffle Company Rachel Adams (801) 327-3911

Bistro lights and rental items:
Lavender and Lace Rentals

Greenhouse and decor:
Maegen Hubert (801) 358-6162

The awesome ford truck at entrance:
Mr. Fugal

Maddie & Jordan May 6th

the weather has {finally} turned. the trees are gardens are in full bloom and the sun is warm and bright. the day could not have been more perfect for this charming garden lunch. 

Maddie and Jordan's guests were treated to an elegant sit down full course meal complete with fine china and parasols adorning the trees. They even had a unique way for the guest book; they had quilt squares on clipboards and had the guests sign the quilt square and then later they will turn it into a quilt. so creative. 

{how may times do i say this?} 

i ♥ when the bride and groom make the wedding/ reception their own and add creative elements that are unique to them.

Open House Reminder

For all you future brides out there and the curious people who are always wondering "what are they building now...."  join us at the spring open house from 7-9 tomorrow night (May 3rd). It looks like the weather will be nice {not snowing} and we have the spring gardens in, the trees are in full bloom and the Railroad Hall is ready for her debut. We are thrilled to announce some talented vendors who will be there, Landmark II Catering is providing tasty samples, along with Rachel who will be sampling her famous dessert waffles, and Lavender and Lace Rental will have the evening sky draped with a canopy of lights along with one-of-a-kind rental items for display. We even have Michael Lloyd coming to take pictures of the event! You really don't want to miss out!

For all of those who are unable to make it, don't worry, dry your eyes, good news! We will be posting pictures of the event shortly! 

spring open house

vintage rentals anyone

if your planning on throwing a totally hip party some time this summer and need some unique items to make your event stand out of the crowd, you've got to check out this company lavender and lace rental. they offer one-of-a-kind vintage rental items which would snazz-up your party and have your guests talkin. They also offer bistro lights and chinese lanterns creating a canopy of lights beneath the starry summer sky.