Well, January is just about out the door and February is knocking to get in. February, the month of Love, happiness and engagements!
You wouldn't start planting a garden, building a building or making a birdhouse without plans. The same goes for wedding planning.
Many brides think that once they have the ceremony/reception venue, florist, caterer, officiant, musicians, etc. you are done. WRONG!!! You have just started on the road to a beautiful, wonderful, frustrating trip.
For every decision you make, there are 10 more. Pretty soon, you have all sorts of balloons floating around and you don't have the faintest idea of how to bring everything together. Enter your wedding coordinator!
This is what I do. I work with you to bring your ideas and drams to life (within your budget). Then I'm the one who gathers all the balloons together and on your wedding day you are presented with a beautiful, organized bouquet of balloons. The nice thing is you don't have to worry about where the balloons go or if they will float away. That's my job.
Even before you start dress shopping, your first stop should be at my website http://www.weddingsbytanya.com/ (or my office or email). Here you will get the basics to help build a good platform to start your preparations for your wedding.
While I am not the least expensive coordinator, I have the years of experience as well as the contacts to create the best team for your wedding day. You do get what you pay for.
On the 20th of January, I had the wonderful opportunity to perform a Planned Elopement (tm) at Crystal Peaks in Breckenridge. The day was beautiful (pics to follow) with over 90" of snow base, just outside the glass windows. The couple was from Texas and thoroughly enjoyed the winter wonderland. The rooms at Crystal Peaks are beautiful, complete with fireplace and balcony. Where better to have a romantic get-away?
I've also had the opportunity to meet and tour the beautiful Exquisite Salon and Spa. http://www.esquisitesalonandspa.com/ located in Littleton, CO. It's an exceptional salon and spa, offering every service you can possibly imagine. They have a beautiful room for private bridal parties to have manicures and pedicures as well as massages, etc. As an added bonus, mention you heard of them from my blog or Weddings, Etc. LLC and you'll receive $7 off your treatment!
Classes are starting again. Interested in learning to be a wedding/event coordinator? Check out http://www.weddingsbytanya.com/ The Art of Wedding Coordination.
Stay warm and HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY to everyone!
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Saturday, January 29, 2011
Friday, December 31, 2010
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Here's to wedding planning 2011!
Congratulations to everyone who got engaged over the holidays! This is a wonderful, exciting, exhausting time. Enjoy it!!!
Once you've gotten used to the idea you'll be getting married, the questions start...how and where do I start? Well...Planning a wedding is a lot like assembling a bouquet.
You start with the main flowers (you and your groom) then add the accent flowers (your attendants and groomsmen). By the way, before you rush to the phone to call everyone, read the article on www.weddingsbytanya.com regarding selecting attendants. It will save you a lot of headaches in the long run!
Okay, back to building our bouquet. Once you have your attendants selected and invited, then things really get serious. The next step should be to select a wedding coordinator. This person will help you stay sane! A good coordinator will have many excellent vendors for you to select from. They should do their homework, about each vendor, so you don't have to. When selecting your coordinator, remember that one of the most important days of your life will be in their hands for the next 6-12 months. Do you feel comfortable with them? Do you trust them to listen and make your day yours? Have they been trained through some program? A good coordinator doesn't necessarily have to have a certificate, but this will tell you they took the time to learn about the Art of Wedding Coordination.
Next you need to add "greenery" to your bouquet. This will be your vendors. Whether you are planning to have 10 guests or 500, the same amount of planning applies. You will need a venue to do the ceremony. This can be a house of worship, outdoor site, hotel etc. Then you will need a place to do the reception. (Tip...by having your ceremony and reception at the same place, you can save money.) Think about where you want to get married. If you are both outdoors people, don't get married in a downtown hotel!
After selecting the venues, then comes the dress, officiant, caterer, florist, photographer, videographer, baker, rentals (if not included by the caterer), speciality lighting, musicians for both ceremony and reception and don't forget your hair/make-up artist. (Personally, I like to have the music changed throughout the wedding so by the time the dancing starts, you surprise your guests with the "big bang"!)
Do you need a videographer? This is usually one of the first places a couple cuts, which is unfortunate. Without sounding morbid, we never know how long our parents, grandparents or even the people standing with us will be around and it's nice to be able to do back and see and hear them. Besides, it's a great way to entertain your children when they can't remember how dad looked with hair! It's also a great resource for your kids when they get married if they want to work in some of the things that you did.
Select a caterer whose food you like! Do they listen to what you want? Are they willing to make great-grandma's special salad? Can they do ethnic cooking?
When selecting a photographer, take a look at weddings they have done. Can you feel the emotion of the moment in the picture or do the pictures looked posed? Does the photographer put you at ease? (Tip..I recommend that you have two photographers so that both the bride and groom's activities such as getting ready can be covered.)
Your florist should be able to take your ideas and build around them. Be sure to take a picture of your dress with you when meeting with the florist. You want your flowers to compliment your total look.
How important is a hair/make-up artist? Having them come to you will help keep you on time. A good, commercially trained make-up artist will be able to do a very natural look, but one that will photograph well in all lights. You may be going from a darker ceremony setting, to outside, to inside a tent and you want your pictures to be beautiful and natural for all the changes. Besides, your wedding day is not a day for a glamour look, but one that will enhance your own beauty. (Tip... be sure to do your prelims, allowing enough time to try several looks. If you are having a facial, do it several days before the wedding so your skin will be beautiful on your wedding day.)
Musicians...what type of music do you like? If you are getting married in a church, check first to see what type of music is allowed. Some will not allow the Wedding March or any secular music.
The Wedding Dress... (Tip... Again, before rushing out to buy your dress, if getting married in a Catholic Church or more fundamental church, Mormon church, or Jewish ceremony, ask if there are dress codes you must abide by. Some of these religions require the bride to be covered, which means if you want a strapless dress, you need to have a cape or jacket over it.) Your dress will set the tone of the wedding. You don't want to wear a very formal dress with a chapel train and veil if you are getting married outdoors. The time of day and place will also guide your quest for the right dress. When trying on dresses, take only your mother and maybe maid of honor. To many people just make it harder to make decisions. The same goes when selecting bridesmaids attire. Let this be a fun day. Remember what it was like to dress up as a little girl. Try on different styles. It's generally the one that brides think they would never consider that they fall in love with! You'll know it when you put it on.
The Baker (Tip... Think outside the box. I just did a wedding that the cake was a mountain with mountain bikes and a trail leading to the top. The trees went through the seasons in Colorado.)
A favorite of many brides is to have their dress embellishments on the cake. Each layer can be different. Let your cake be an extension of your personality. For examples go to www.elegantbakery.com.
Couples like to save money wherever possible and some good areas are in the decor. It's amazing how much speciality lighting can add to a room to set different moods. www.thewrightgroup.com or www.pinkmonkey.com are great resources. (Tip... When using lighting, I like to start out with soft lighting for the cocktail and dinner then when the dancing starts build on the light intensity as the evening progresses. I've used lighting to create a night-club effect in a ballroom. The lighting transforms the room totally. Lighting and draping can go a long ways in decor.)
There are many other aspects to wedding planning that I won't address here, but you know, every bouquet is finished with a ribbon. This will be your officiant. It may be the priest or pastor, rabbi from your home church or synagogue, if you attend. Otherwise, there are many good officiants who do only weddings that can make the ceremony memorable for you. After all, the ceremony is the most important part of the day as this is where you pledge your love and devotion to each other for your lives. Don't be afraid to visit with several officiants to find one that fits you.
Remember, that everything mentioned above is just the beginning of your planning process. Before setting out on the fabulous adventure, seek out a good wedding coordinator. For more information regarding my services go to www.weddingsbytanya.com.
Happy 2011 and Happy Planning!
Once you've gotten used to the idea you'll be getting married, the questions start...how and where do I start? Well...Planning a wedding is a lot like assembling a bouquet.
You start with the main flowers (you and your groom) then add the accent flowers (your attendants and groomsmen). By the way, before you rush to the phone to call everyone, read the article on www.weddingsbytanya.com regarding selecting attendants. It will save you a lot of headaches in the long run!
Okay, back to building our bouquet. Once you have your attendants selected and invited, then things really get serious. The next step should be to select a wedding coordinator. This person will help you stay sane! A good coordinator will have many excellent vendors for you to select from. They should do their homework, about each vendor, so you don't have to. When selecting your coordinator, remember that one of the most important days of your life will be in their hands for the next 6-12 months. Do you feel comfortable with them? Do you trust them to listen and make your day yours? Have they been trained through some program? A good coordinator doesn't necessarily have to have a certificate, but this will tell you they took the time to learn about the Art of Wedding Coordination.
Next you need to add "greenery" to your bouquet. This will be your vendors. Whether you are planning to have 10 guests or 500, the same amount of planning applies. You will need a venue to do the ceremony. This can be a house of worship, outdoor site, hotel etc. Then you will need a place to do the reception. (Tip...by having your ceremony and reception at the same place, you can save money.) Think about where you want to get married. If you are both outdoors people, don't get married in a downtown hotel!
After selecting the venues, then comes the dress, officiant, caterer, florist, photographer, videographer, baker, rentals (if not included by the caterer), speciality lighting, musicians for both ceremony and reception and don't forget your hair/make-up artist. (Personally, I like to have the music changed throughout the wedding so by the time the dancing starts, you surprise your guests with the "big bang"!)
Do you need a videographer? This is usually one of the first places a couple cuts, which is unfortunate. Without sounding morbid, we never know how long our parents, grandparents or even the people standing with us will be around and it's nice to be able to do back and see and hear them. Besides, it's a great way to entertain your children when they can't remember how dad looked with hair! It's also a great resource for your kids when they get married if they want to work in some of the things that you did.
Select a caterer whose food you like! Do they listen to what you want? Are they willing to make great-grandma's special salad? Can they do ethnic cooking?
When selecting a photographer, take a look at weddings they have done. Can you feel the emotion of the moment in the picture or do the pictures looked posed? Does the photographer put you at ease? (Tip..I recommend that you have two photographers so that both the bride and groom's activities such as getting ready can be covered.)
Your florist should be able to take your ideas and build around them. Be sure to take a picture of your dress with you when meeting with the florist. You want your flowers to compliment your total look.
How important is a hair/make-up artist? Having them come to you will help keep you on time. A good, commercially trained make-up artist will be able to do a very natural look, but one that will photograph well in all lights. You may be going from a darker ceremony setting, to outside, to inside a tent and you want your pictures to be beautiful and natural for all the changes. Besides, your wedding day is not a day for a glamour look, but one that will enhance your own beauty. (Tip... be sure to do your prelims, allowing enough time to try several looks. If you are having a facial, do it several days before the wedding so your skin will be beautiful on your wedding day.)
Musicians...what type of music do you like? If you are getting married in a church, check first to see what type of music is allowed. Some will not allow the Wedding March or any secular music.
The Wedding Dress... (Tip... Again, before rushing out to buy your dress, if getting married in a Catholic Church or more fundamental church, Mormon church, or Jewish ceremony, ask if there are dress codes you must abide by. Some of these religions require the bride to be covered, which means if you want a strapless dress, you need to have a cape or jacket over it.) Your dress will set the tone of the wedding. You don't want to wear a very formal dress with a chapel train and veil if you are getting married outdoors. The time of day and place will also guide your quest for the right dress. When trying on dresses, take only your mother and maybe maid of honor. To many people just make it harder to make decisions. The same goes when selecting bridesmaids attire. Let this be a fun day. Remember what it was like to dress up as a little girl. Try on different styles. It's generally the one that brides think they would never consider that they fall in love with! You'll know it when you put it on.
The Baker (Tip... Think outside the box. I just did a wedding that the cake was a mountain with mountain bikes and a trail leading to the top. The trees went through the seasons in Colorado.)
A favorite of many brides is to have their dress embellishments on the cake. Each layer can be different. Let your cake be an extension of your personality. For examples go to www.elegantbakery.com.
Couples like to save money wherever possible and some good areas are in the decor. It's amazing how much speciality lighting can add to a room to set different moods. www.thewrightgroup.com or www.pinkmonkey.com are great resources. (Tip... When using lighting, I like to start out with soft lighting for the cocktail and dinner then when the dancing starts build on the light intensity as the evening progresses. I've used lighting to create a night-club effect in a ballroom. The lighting transforms the room totally. Lighting and draping can go a long ways in decor.)
There are many other aspects to wedding planning that I won't address here, but you know, every bouquet is finished with a ribbon. This will be your officiant. It may be the priest or pastor, rabbi from your home church or synagogue, if you attend. Otherwise, there are many good officiants who do only weddings that can make the ceremony memorable for you. After all, the ceremony is the most important part of the day as this is where you pledge your love and devotion to each other for your lives. Don't be afraid to visit with several officiants to find one that fits you.
Remember, that everything mentioned above is just the beginning of your planning process. Before setting out on the fabulous adventure, seek out a good wedding coordinator. For more information regarding my services go to www.weddingsbytanya.com.
Happy 2011 and Happy Planning!
Friday, November 19, 2010
HAPPY THANKSGIVING from Colorado!
It's hard to believe it's already Turkey time! What are you thankful for this year? I'm thankful for all the wonderful brides and grooms I've had the opportunity to work with and be a part of their lives for a short time.
September brought a beautiful wedding at the Dunafon Castle. If you want a beautiful setting, which makes you feel like you are at a medieval castle, this is the place for you. It has ponds, lawns, and even a dungeon, where the groom gets ready! They do have a list of caterers to select from. It's located in Morrison, up a beautiful canyon. I would say if you consider this venue, think about providing transportation for your guests who may not be familiar with Colorado mountain driving!
October I had two fabulous wedding. The first one was in Breckenridge, (hope to have pics soon to post). This couple came from the UK with about 50% of the guests from the UK. We did the ceremony and reception at Mountain Thunder Lodge in Breckenridge. What a lovely place! The rooms are all 1-3 bedroom condos and they have townhouses available. Amy did a fantastic job assisting us with all aspects of the venue and meal.
The night before the wedding, the couple hosted a bar-b-que, provided by Buffalo Gals Catering, from Colorado Springs. What a wonderful job they did, never mind the background snow! The food was delicious. Highly recommend them for any BBQ you might have in mind.
The cake was designed by Janusz, Elegant Bakery in Denver. It was a mountain complete with mountain bikes, trees, bike trails etc. Not only was it a work of art, it was delicious! Janusz uses white chocolate for the fondant so you can actually eat it!
The flowers, which were beautiful, were designed by Alicia Schwede of Bella Fiori in Denver. Alicia worked her magic and the colorful arrangements were spectacular!
Kent Meirers Photography did the photography. I've had a preview and can't wait to share these emotion filled photos. Kent really captured the feelings of the day.
Jeremy from A Music Plus was one of the best DJ's I've had the pleasure of working with. He's easy going and "plays to the guests". He had everyone on the dance floor. He has such a pleasant personality and was wonderful to work with.
Leslie Snyder or Lesliesarts.com did her magnificent work as make-up and hair/artist with the wedding party. If you want to look natural on your wedding day, Leslie is a must for your wedding day hair and make up.
The officiant was Judge Ron Carlson from Breckenridge. Judge Carlson did a wonderful job marrying this lovely couple. I'd highly recommend him to anyone looking for an officiant.
We had Tammie Taylor to entertain the children with her balloon artistry and face painting. By the end of the wedding, every guest had face painting or a "tattoo"! She really brings a sparkle to any event. I highly recommend Tammie for any wedding with children to any adult party who wants to add something different!
The day turned out beautiful, but cool. Somehow we managed to have nice weather around the snow flurries! The Mountain Thunder Lodge is situated so you have the backdrop of the trees and the colors were spectacular.
My second wedding in October, started out with a bang! The rehearsal and wedding were at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in downtown Denver. During the rehearsal a man slipped into the back of the church and was going through purses. He grabbed the bride's wallet and left, with the bride's father and brother in close pursuit. They caught him and held him for Denver's finest to take. Oh, I didn't mention that the bride's dad is Chief of Police in Broomfield and her brother is also a policeman!
This wedding was a bit different in that we did two ceremonies, the first was the Catholic ceremony at Holy Ghost and the second, a Jewish wedding, was at the Ritz Carlton. This was followed by a wonderful reception.
The Ritz, as always did a wonderful job making everyone feel special.
The music for the ceremony was provided by Levitt Music, who does beautiful wedding stings. We had a violin and cello.
Our flowers were designed by Elizabeth Eberly of Delilah's Flowers of Denver. What a magnificant job they did. They truly turned the ballroom into something special.
Makeup was provided by Danica Jardien. Danica did a beautiful job on the wedding party.
John Hudetz Photography, who I work with a lot, has captured the day with all it's drama (he was at the rehearsal), and emotions of the day. John is wonderful to work with and really listens to what his clients want.
Sky Focus Pictures did the videography. What I've seen of their work is certainly leaving me waiting anxiously to see the wedding! Parish and Chris were super to work with and I'd highly recommend them.
For transportation - actually shuttles from the hotel to church, we had a 1936 touring car, provided by Ambassador's Rolls. They have a fleet of antique and unique cars. Can't wait to see the pictures of the wedding party looking over the opened top!
JSAV took care of the beautiful uplighting we did in the ballroom. They always do a great job creating a feel and anticipation!
It's been a great year! If you have questions about any of the vendors, or want to discuss your plans, I still have a few dates available for next year. I'm currently working on an Orthodox Jewish Wedding, which I'm really looking forward to being a part of!
Check out my website www.weddingsbytanya.com then call or email me to set up a visit to go over your plans. It's not to early to start planning!
A donation will be made to the Denver Rescue Mission for any Full or Partial Plan contract signed in November.
September brought a beautiful wedding at the Dunafon Castle. If you want a beautiful setting, which makes you feel like you are at a medieval castle, this is the place for you. It has ponds, lawns, and even a dungeon, where the groom gets ready! They do have a list of caterers to select from. It's located in Morrison, up a beautiful canyon. I would say if you consider this venue, think about providing transportation for your guests who may not be familiar with Colorado mountain driving!
October I had two fabulous wedding. The first one was in Breckenridge, (hope to have pics soon to post). This couple came from the UK with about 50% of the guests from the UK. We did the ceremony and reception at Mountain Thunder Lodge in Breckenridge. What a lovely place! The rooms are all 1-3 bedroom condos and they have townhouses available. Amy did a fantastic job assisting us with all aspects of the venue and meal.
The night before the wedding, the couple hosted a bar-b-que, provided by Buffalo Gals Catering, from Colorado Springs. What a wonderful job they did, never mind the background snow! The food was delicious. Highly recommend them for any BBQ you might have in mind.
The cake was designed by Janusz, Elegant Bakery in Denver. It was a mountain complete with mountain bikes, trees, bike trails etc. Not only was it a work of art, it was delicious! Janusz uses white chocolate for the fondant so you can actually eat it!
The flowers, which were beautiful, were designed by Alicia Schwede of Bella Fiori in Denver. Alicia worked her magic and the colorful arrangements were spectacular!
Kent Meirers Photography did the photography. I've had a preview and can't wait to share these emotion filled photos. Kent really captured the feelings of the day.
Jeremy from A Music Plus was one of the best DJ's I've had the pleasure of working with. He's easy going and "plays to the guests". He had everyone on the dance floor. He has such a pleasant personality and was wonderful to work with.
Leslie Snyder or Lesliesarts.com did her magnificent work as make-up and hair/artist with the wedding party. If you want to look natural on your wedding day, Leslie is a must for your wedding day hair and make up.
The officiant was Judge Ron Carlson from Breckenridge. Judge Carlson did a wonderful job marrying this lovely couple. I'd highly recommend him to anyone looking for an officiant.
We had Tammie Taylor to entertain the children with her balloon artistry and face painting. By the end of the wedding, every guest had face painting or a "tattoo"! She really brings a sparkle to any event. I highly recommend Tammie for any wedding with children to any adult party who wants to add something different!
The day turned out beautiful, but cool. Somehow we managed to have nice weather around the snow flurries! The Mountain Thunder Lodge is situated so you have the backdrop of the trees and the colors were spectacular.
My second wedding in October, started out with a bang! The rehearsal and wedding were at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in downtown Denver. During the rehearsal a man slipped into the back of the church and was going through purses. He grabbed the bride's wallet and left, with the bride's father and brother in close pursuit. They caught him and held him for Denver's finest to take. Oh, I didn't mention that the bride's dad is Chief of Police in Broomfield and her brother is also a policeman!
This wedding was a bit different in that we did two ceremonies, the first was the Catholic ceremony at Holy Ghost and the second, a Jewish wedding, was at the Ritz Carlton. This was followed by a wonderful reception.
The Ritz, as always did a wonderful job making everyone feel special.
The music for the ceremony was provided by Levitt Music, who does beautiful wedding stings. We had a violin and cello.
Our flowers were designed by Elizabeth Eberly of Delilah's Flowers of Denver. What a magnificant job they did. They truly turned the ballroom into something special.
Makeup was provided by Danica Jardien. Danica did a beautiful job on the wedding party.
John Hudetz Photography, who I work with a lot, has captured the day with all it's drama (he was at the rehearsal), and emotions of the day. John is wonderful to work with and really listens to what his clients want.
Sky Focus Pictures did the videography. What I've seen of their work is certainly leaving me waiting anxiously to see the wedding! Parish and Chris were super to work with and I'd highly recommend them.
For transportation - actually shuttles from the hotel to church, we had a 1936 touring car, provided by Ambassador's Rolls. They have a fleet of antique and unique cars. Can't wait to see the pictures of the wedding party looking over the opened top!
JSAV took care of the beautiful uplighting we did in the ballroom. They always do a great job creating a feel and anticipation!
It's been a great year! If you have questions about any of the vendors, or want to discuss your plans, I still have a few dates available for next year. I'm currently working on an Orthodox Jewish Wedding, which I'm really looking forward to being a part of!
Check out my website www.weddingsbytanya.com then call or email me to set up a visit to go over your plans. It's not to early to start planning!
A donation will be made to the Denver Rescue Mission for any Full or Partial Plan contract signed in November.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Wedding Pink - Giving Back
I have the wonderful opportunity to be part of a group of wedding vendors, working in tandem with TC Decker of Muse Events, who will be providing a wedding for a beautiful couple. The bride is a breast cancer survivor. Their story is below. Our hope is to be able to provide a wedding, once a year for a bride who has had or has a family member who has fought breast cancer.
Cheryl Ungar, of Cheryl Ungar Photography, herself a breast cancer survivor, initiated this idea and has pulled it all together. If you are looking for an exceptional photographer, check out Cherylungarweddings.com.
To read this couple's story, go to http://www.cherylungargives.com/winner-of-the-wedding-pink-2/.
Our congratulations to Melissa Zannis and Jeff Childs!
Cheryl Ungar, of Cheryl Ungar Photography, herself a breast cancer survivor, initiated this idea and has pulled it all together. If you are looking for an exceptional photographer, check out Cherylungarweddings.com.
To read this couple's story, go to http://www.cherylungargives.com/winner-of-the-wedding-pink-2/.
Our congratulations to Melissa Zannis and Jeff Childs!
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Colorado Wedding - The Wedding Pink Give-a-way
I have the honor of being involved with Cheryl Unger Photography in helping to produce a wedding for a well deserving couple. Here's the details:
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Details
To enter The Wedding Pink giveaway, send in your personal story, telling us how your life has been recently touched by breast cancer, a little bit of information about yourselves and how you met. Include your contact information and a photo of yourself with your fiance. Email everything to: cheryl@cherylungarweddings.com.
Submission Guidelines:
- Your life must have been recently touched by breast cancer. The experience is not limited to the bride, but could be with the bride or groom's extended family.
- You must be engaged at the time you submit your story.
- Deadline for submission is August 20, 2010.
- Winning couple will be selected by September 10, 2010 (wedding will take place during 2011 in Denver, Colorado).
- Winner will be chosen by a panel of judges; all decisions are final.
- Cheryl Ungar Gives retains the right to publish excerpts from submitted stories plus any and all photographs from the engagement session and wedding.
The Wedding Pink will include:
- Venue - Mile High Station
- Wedding planner - Muse Events and Weddings, Etc.
- Catering - Biscuits and Berries
- Photographer -Cheryl Ungar Weddings
- Videographer - Mares Video Productions
- Cake -Kelley Kakes
- Florist - Fleur Decor
- Wedding dress - Anna Be Bridal Boutique
- Wedding dress alterations -CH Studios Custom Clothier
- Tuxedo - Al's Formal Wear, Cherry Creek
- Officiant - Anne Mansfield
- Invitations - Crested Butte Events
- DJ - Elements DJ
- Hair/Make-up -LesliesArts and Face F/X
- Suite at The Magnolia Hotel the night of the wedding
- Fun bridal accessories - Girl ExtraOrdinaire
- Something fun from Todd Reed Jewelry
Additional Information:
- The wedding venue can accommodate approx. 125 guests, including the bride, the groom and the bridal party.
- The wedding couple will be responsible for the catering staff fees, taxes and all alcohol.
- The couple will be responsible for bridal accessories and shoes, and all clothing and accessories for the bridesmaids and groomsmen.
- The couple will be responsible for their own travel arrangements to Denver not only for the wedding, but also the dress shopping, the dress fitting and the engagement session etc.
- In lieu of favors the couple shall donate the money to a Colorado breast cancer facility or resource center of their choosing.
- We are finalizing the details with a decor and event rental company. Once we have that information available, we will post here what additional costs will be associated with this.
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Please feel free to contact Cheryl Ungar Gives.com to apply.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Weddings in Colorado
July 4th brought one of the most rewarding weddings I've worked on. Each wedding I do, is special.
This wedding was one for the books! It took place on a ranch, that is a beautiful equine therapy ranch. We had the patios all tented as well as a tent on a grassy area, to accommodate the guests. Just before the ceremony started, it started to rain then hail. This passed, the sun came out for a time, long enough for the lovely ceremony.
The ceremony started with fireworks being set off, signaling the groom and groomsmen, who arrived on horseback. They road up to the guests and tipped their western hats, then after tying up the horses came to the staging area and were then lead by Michael Lancaster - a Bagpiper to the altar. The men were followed by the bride's attendants, dressed in Onyx, two beautiful flower-girls and another beautiful young girl leading Annie, the bride's dog, who fully outfitted with wings and floral neck piece was the ring-bearer.
With a "you bet ya"! response to the vows, the couple were married.
Looking over the patio, one can see the entire Denver Metro area. It's a view that's almost beyond belief. The view lasted through the ceremony and a few pictures afterwards, then the clouds returned and it started to rain.
We got through the dinner and the rain got harder, making it necessary to move the five wedding cakes into the house. Yes, five! These cakes were each a different flavor, and each told a story. The wedding cake was a two-tiered cake that was decorated to match the bride's dress. Another cake had mountains and horses on it, topped with their brand; the third had beautiful sugar flowers on it as the bride loves to garden; the fourth had a beautiful silver, sugar horseshoe on it, and the last one was decorated for the 4th of July with fire-crackers, and sparklers. These were all designed and created by Chef Janusz of Elegant Bakery in Denver, CO.
Because of the downpour, we had to move everyone into the house for the cake cutting. All in all, the food was delicious (provided by Chef Greg Boynton - Haute Touch Catering), tents by The Wright Group (they do tents all over the country for big events like the Olympics etc.) DJ was Tony Cummins (Sound Master Entertainment; Valet/shuttle service Lone Star Valet, Royal Restrooms provided a VIP trailer for the guests comfort; Leslie Snyder or Lesliesarts.com provided the lovely hair/make up for the bride/mothers/attendants; Alicia Schwede (Bella Fiori) did a spectacular job with all the flowers and tent decor. The photographer Peter Dendrinos (Dendrinos Fine Art Photography) and Miguel Hernandez - Videographer, did a fantastic job capturing the many special moments of the day. Prettywriting.com did the calligraphy for the invitations, so the addresses matched the font used on the invitations. All these wonderful vendors helped to make the day special and memorable.
Colorado weddings are special no matter where they are, but there's just something about the mountains that is special. Whether you want your wedding to be on a ranch or in one of the beautiful resorts, Weddings, Etc. LLC is available to help plan the day of your dreams. We offer services ranging from hourly consulting to Full Wedding Planning to Planned Elopements. Check out our website at www.weddingsbytanya.com for more information about us. We specialize in helping destination brides.
This wedding was one for the books! It took place on a ranch, that is a beautiful equine therapy ranch. We had the patios all tented as well as a tent on a grassy area, to accommodate the guests. Just before the ceremony started, it started to rain then hail. This passed, the sun came out for a time, long enough for the lovely ceremony.
The ceremony started with fireworks being set off, signaling the groom and groomsmen, who arrived on horseback. They road up to the guests and tipped their western hats, then after tying up the horses came to the staging area and were then lead by Michael Lancaster - a Bagpiper to the altar. The men were followed by the bride's attendants, dressed in Onyx, two beautiful flower-girls and another beautiful young girl leading Annie, the bride's dog, who fully outfitted with wings and floral neck piece was the ring-bearer.
With a "you bet ya"! response to the vows, the couple were married.
Looking over the patio, one can see the entire Denver Metro area. It's a view that's almost beyond belief. The view lasted through the ceremony and a few pictures afterwards, then the clouds returned and it started to rain.
We got through the dinner and the rain got harder, making it necessary to move the five wedding cakes into the house. Yes, five! These cakes were each a different flavor, and each told a story. The wedding cake was a two-tiered cake that was decorated to match the bride's dress. Another cake had mountains and horses on it, topped with their brand; the third had beautiful sugar flowers on it as the bride loves to garden; the fourth had a beautiful silver, sugar horseshoe on it, and the last one was decorated for the 4th of July with fire-crackers, and sparklers. These were all designed and created by Chef Janusz of Elegant Bakery in Denver, CO.
Because of the downpour, we had to move everyone into the house for the cake cutting. All in all, the food was delicious (provided by Chef Greg Boynton - Haute Touch Catering), tents by The Wright Group (they do tents all over the country for big events like the Olympics etc.) DJ was Tony Cummins (Sound Master Entertainment; Valet/shuttle service Lone Star Valet, Royal Restrooms provided a VIP trailer for the guests comfort; Leslie Snyder or Lesliesarts.com provided the lovely hair/make up for the bride/mothers/attendants; Alicia Schwede (Bella Fiori) did a spectacular job with all the flowers and tent decor. The photographer Peter Dendrinos (Dendrinos Fine Art Photography) and Miguel Hernandez - Videographer, did a fantastic job capturing the many special moments of the day. Prettywriting.com did the calligraphy for the invitations, so the addresses matched the font used on the invitations. All these wonderful vendors helped to make the day special and memorable.
Colorado weddings are special no matter where they are, but there's just something about the mountains that is special. Whether you want your wedding to be on a ranch or in one of the beautiful resorts, Weddings, Etc. LLC is available to help plan the day of your dreams. We offer services ranging from hourly consulting to Full Wedding Planning to Planned Elopements. Check out our website at www.weddingsbytanya.com for more information about us. We specialize in helping destination brides.
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Wedding Coordinators - Are they necessary?
It's a sunny day here in beautiful Englewood, Colorado! I've been reading quite a few articles on whether or not it's worth the money to hire a wedding coordinator, so thought I'd put in my 2 cents!
Let me explain the difference between a hotel, resort, venue wedding coordinator and me.
In a nut shell, they are there for the venue and I'm there for you, the bride, the groom and your families. Many venue planners will tell you they can handle everything, but what you need to ask them is will they help with a stuck zipper? Will they sew on a button? Will they help do last minute hemming? What if the bridesmaids dresses don't make it to the ceremony? What will they do? What if Aunt Jane wears a dress that a pin-on corsage won't work, can they make it into a wrist corsage? If divorced parents aren't getting along, how do they handle the seating situation? IF the strap on a shoe breaks, will they fix it?
These are just a few of the things you need to ask them. Chances are, they don't. I'm also reading that some DJ's and photographers consider themselves coordinators. Yes, they may be able to get you down the aisle, but will they also take care of the above mentioned problems? You have hired them, and probably paying pretty good money, to have them do their job, not to act as your coordinator. How can they be fixing a button, and taking pictures or setting up for the ceremony music at the same time?
I'm not trying to pick on anyone, but just want you, the bride, to think through what you need. I've been handling and solving problems for over 20 years, which includes, sewing hems, fixing zippers, finding black socks, coming up with bridesmaids dresses when they didn't show, and even handling a ceremony when the officiant didn't show. These are just a few things to consider when deciding whether or not to hire a wedding coordinator. I take care of you so your other vendors can take care of their business.
Let me explain the difference between a hotel, resort, venue wedding coordinator and me.
In a nut shell, they are there for the venue and I'm there for you, the bride, the groom and your families. Many venue planners will tell you they can handle everything, but what you need to ask them is will they help with a stuck zipper? Will they sew on a button? Will they help do last minute hemming? What if the bridesmaids dresses don't make it to the ceremony? What will they do? What if Aunt Jane wears a dress that a pin-on corsage won't work, can they make it into a wrist corsage? If divorced parents aren't getting along, how do they handle the seating situation? IF the strap on a shoe breaks, will they fix it?
These are just a few of the things you need to ask them. Chances are, they don't. I'm also reading that some DJ's and photographers consider themselves coordinators. Yes, they may be able to get you down the aisle, but will they also take care of the above mentioned problems? You have hired them, and probably paying pretty good money, to have them do their job, not to act as your coordinator. How can they be fixing a button, and taking pictures or setting up for the ceremony music at the same time?
I'm not trying to pick on anyone, but just want you, the bride, to think through what you need. I've been handling and solving problems for over 20 years, which includes, sewing hems, fixing zippers, finding black socks, coming up with bridesmaids dresses when they didn't show, and even handling a ceremony when the officiant didn't show. These are just a few things to consider when deciding whether or not to hire a wedding coordinator. I take care of you so your other vendors can take care of their business.
Whether you hire a wedding coordinator to do full planning, partial planning or for day of, there's someone out there who can meet your needs. Ask yourself the question, can I really afford NOT to hire a good wedding coordinator?
To see more of what I can do to make sure your day runs smoothly, go to http://www.weddingsbytanya.com/ or email me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com
To see more of what I can do to make sure your day runs smoothly, go to http://www.weddingsbytanya.com/ or email me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Spring time in the Rockies
Can you believe it's April already? There's nothing like Spring time in the Rockies! Flowers are starting to poke their heads through what's left of the snow, and the grass is turning green.
The end of March, I planned a party for myself, which my children hosted. Thought I'd share a couple of pictures because they show what these fabulous vendors can do, not only for private parties, but for weddings.
Encore Style (Kirsten Rodriguez) did the flowers and centerpieces
Haute Touch (Chef Greg Boynton) did the catering - along with his very capable staff
Elegant Bakery (Chef Janusz) designed and made the fantastic cake
The Wright Group (Brittany) did all the linens and rentals
The Perfect Blend (Ruth Most, Sally Robertson, and Mary Witt) a fantastic trio, gave a fabulous 30 minute concert that everyone enjoyed.
(Unfortunately, the picture of the room is fuzzy, but you can get the idea.)
I chose to use white with turquoise colors, which worked beautifully with the Victorian floral arrangements.
Spring was welcomed in style! If you are planning a private party or wedding, I can help! There's a lot of information on http://www.weddingsbytanya.com/ that will help you in your planning, or you can contact me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com.
Here's wishing you all a Happy Spring!
Friday, March 19, 2010
A Love Story- one of hope, inspiration and motivation
I have the distinct honor, of working on the wedding for two incredible people. Their wedding will take place on a beautiful ranch, overlooking the city of Denver.
Involved in a horrendous motorcycle accident in 2002, Kate Dendrinos-Ricket was left close to death. Doctors were convince that if she did live, she wouldn't ever talk or walk again. In just the next three months, Kate proved all the doctors wrong.
From the beginning Shawn stayed at Kate's side through her stunning recovery to the stupendous decline which lasted for the next six years. With Shawn's never ending faith, hope, love and devotion, he helped Kate return once again from the brink of death to a full recovery.
Today this beautiful couple give back. They facilitate an equine therapy program for those with disabilities at the Big View Ranch in Golden, Colorado.
If you have a family member or friend or yourself need inspiration, motivation and hope, then you need to read their book "I Am Not Supposed To Be Here". This is a book that once you start reading, you won't want to put it down. It's great for anyone who have experienced head injuries sustained in accidents or in the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. It gives hope!
For more information visit http://www.Iamnotsupposedtobehere.com/.
Involved in a horrendous motorcycle accident in 2002, Kate Dendrinos-Ricket was left close to death. Doctors were convince that if she did live, she wouldn't ever talk or walk again. In just the next three months, Kate proved all the doctors wrong.
From the beginning Shawn stayed at Kate's side through her stunning recovery to the stupendous decline which lasted for the next six years. With Shawn's never ending faith, hope, love and devotion, he helped Kate return once again from the brink of death to a full recovery.
Today this beautiful couple give back. They facilitate an equine therapy program for those with disabilities at the Big View Ranch in Golden, Colorado.
If you have a family member or friend or yourself need inspiration, motivation and hope, then you need to read their book "I Am Not Supposed To Be Here". This is a book that once you start reading, you won't want to put it down. It's great for anyone who have experienced head injuries sustained in accidents or in the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. It gives hope!
For more information visit http://www.Iamnotsupposedtobehere.com/.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Weddings, Etc. LLC in the news!
Want to learn more about Weddings, Etc. LLC? Go to www.weddingsandpartynetwork.com/blog/spotlights/weddings-etc-consultant.
I'm in the spotlight!
It's been a great week as the phones are ringing off the hook! It's nice to be recognized and wanted! I've booked with three great couples this week. I still have a few dates available as I have to limit the number of weddings I do since I do each and every wedding/event myself.
I'm also booking elopements, which I enjoy doing as well.
It's hard to realize that February is almost over! A donation will be made to the Heart Association, this month, in the names of the new clients I've signed.
The charity to receive donations for March will be The Boys and Girls Club.
I'm in the spotlight!
It's been a great week as the phones are ringing off the hook! It's nice to be recognized and wanted! I've booked with three great couples this week. I still have a few dates available as I have to limit the number of weddings I do since I do each and every wedding/event myself.
I'm also booking elopements, which I enjoy doing as well.
It's hard to realize that February is almost over! A donation will be made to the Heart Association, this month, in the names of the new clients I've signed.
The charity to receive donations for March will be The Boys and Girls Club.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Destination Colorado
Ever wonder why people want to come to Colorado to get married? Rather you are wanting a full wedding or eloping, these are some reasons to consider Colorado.
Whether you want to get married by a lake, casino, on a steam engine, or downtown Denver, I can arrange it.
Check out my website at http://www.weddingsbytanya.com/ for more Real Weddings.
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!
Monday, January 18, 2010
Keep the anticipation growing!
January will soon be gone and so will another month of planning!
One of the things I like to do, when assisting a couple with their planning, is to make the wedding day exciting for them and their guests.
One of the things I like to do, when assisting a couple with their planning, is to make the wedding day exciting for them and their guests.
I like to start with the ceremony music. Perhaps it's the pipe organ in the century old church, or a string quartet, an acoustic guitar paired with a flute or violin to set the mood for the ceremony.
Next, for the cocktail hour (you need "white noise") so you can carry over the some of the strings, guitar or have a DJ play background music.
For dinner, select music that is going to again be background music. If you have a band, such as the Nacho Men, they can entertain, while keeping the level at one where your guests can visit and not have to yell across the table. If using a DJ, ask them to keep the level low. Check out www.amusicplus.com for all your music needs.
For the dance, the music changes again and this time it's one to get your guests up, out of their seats to start the party! For more excitement, consider a combo of band and DJ. This way you don't have down time and you keep your guests on the dance floor for the entire evening.
Keep the temp changing and the anticipation building for your guests. You want them leaving wanting more and not wondering when it's going to get over!
When selecting your your music, be sure to let the DJ/band know what songs you want played AND what you don't want played.
To assist with your planning, my book, WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE, A Bride's Workbook, (the Colorado version) has a list of reliable, professional vendors in the back to help with your planning. There's also a national version (without vendors) to make your planning a breeze!
Whether you want a DJ, local band or nationally known band, I can help make it happen. Check out my website www.weddingsbytanya.com for additional wedding planning information and to contact me direct.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Milatary wedding
A cozy, romantic ride.
A ittle bit of "Aviator Attitude"!!!!
What do you get when you have a groom and five groomsmen who are all Air Force pilots? A wonderful, fun wedding and reception.
This wedding took place in the Pinnacle Club, 38 floors above Denver. This property is the only one of it's kind in the Denver area. You have almost a 360 degree view of Denver and the Rocky Mountains. You can see from Pikes Peak to Longs Peak.
We started this wedding at sunset so the guests enjoyed the sunset and the lights of Denver.
This venue books up quickly. It's operated by the Grand Hyatt in Downtown Denver. You'll be able to see more pictures from this wedding, in the next couple of weeks at www.weddingsbytanya.com.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
'Tis the Season - Start planning!
MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HOLIDAYS to everyone! This has been a very interesting year for most of us!
Having had the opportunity to visit both the Philippine Islands and the Mexican Riviera in one year was a highlight for me. Due to these trips, I'm now ready to assist all you brides, who are looking at destination weddings, plan your weddings.
This doesn't mean that you necessarily have to do your destination weddings at these locations, but anywhere in the world. I go about the planning process the same way I would if you were getting married locally. By the way, Colorado is a beautiful place for destination weddings as well!
Imagine having your wedding on a roof top in Cancun or in this beautiful gazebo that over looks the Caribbean Ocean! Having a buffet with the centerpiece roses made from veggies? If having a Christmas time wedding, get original and have your cake made in the shape of a ginger-bread house.
Destination weddings can not only be romantic for just the two of you, but a wonderful experience for your family and friends.
It's been my experience that the resorts, hotels etc are very capable and eager to help make your day special. Of course, having your local coordinator as the main contact, can make everything much easier and you'll be assured that on your wedding day, you have no worries!
Get your vendors booked now! If you wait to long, you are going to miss out on the ones you want to be part of the team.
Do take time to enjoy the holidays, no matter how you celebrate. Give thanks for all you've been given this year.
Again, wishing you all Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Holidays!
Do take time to enjoy the holidays, no matter how you celebrate. Give thanks for all you've been given this year.
Again, wishing you all Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Holidays!
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Weddings, Etc. LLC new Colorado wedding website
It's finally finished and live! My new, updated website, www.weddingsbytanya.com. I have to thank the talents of Ash Fox for the beautiful job he did!
You'll find not only information about Weddings, Etc. LLC, but also information that will be helpful as you work on your own wedding. New are the contacts to purchase your invitations at a 10% discount!
I'll be adding more pictures for destination wedding venues in the Cancun, Mexico area after my trip there in December. I'm looking forward to doing more destination weddings in 2010. Not only here in Colorado, but I'm now familiar with the Philippine Islands, Hawaii, Europe, and soon will be adding Mexico to the list. Don't let this stop you, however. If you want to do a destination wedding, I can guarantee that I will know the area inside and out by the time of your wedding!
As this year comes to a close, we all have so much to be thankful for. So, I'm wishing you all a VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING.
If you get engaged during this holiday time, let www.weddingbytanya.com be your first stop!
You'll find not only information about Weddings, Etc. LLC, but also information that will be helpful as you work on your own wedding. New are the contacts to purchase your invitations at a 10% discount!
I'll be adding more pictures for destination wedding venues in the Cancun, Mexico area after my trip there in December. I'm looking forward to doing more destination weddings in 2010. Not only here in Colorado, but I'm now familiar with the Philippine Islands, Hawaii, Europe, and soon will be adding Mexico to the list. Don't let this stop you, however. If you want to do a destination wedding, I can guarantee that I will know the area inside and out by the time of your wedding!
As this year comes to a close, we all have so much to be thankful for. So, I'm wishing you all a VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING.
If you get engaged during this holiday time, let www.weddingbytanya.com be your first stop!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Spectacular Colorado Wedding Mountain Venue
I had the opportunity to experience what brides, who do Colorado Weddings in Beaver Creek can experience.
We stayed one night at the Park Hyatt. During this stay, we enjoyed a wonderful massage in the Allegria Spa, had dinner and breakfast in 8100 - The brand new Mountain Side Bar and Grill, slept in the most comfortable room, and had a spectacular view of the center of the Village of Beaver Creek and the mountains.
The Park Hyatt is a ski-in, ski-out property, however, they are year around. They have done outstanding renovations, building out the patio, changing the Antler Bar (which used to be in the lobby area) to the 8100 Mountainside Bar and Grill. The plus side of this, is it stays open much longer!
The patio, located at the foot of the mountain, is a perfect place for your wedding ceremony and cocktails before going inside for your mouth-watering reception dinner.
Chef Reese Hay, Chef de Cuisine of 8100 Mountainside Bar & Grill, is one of the most talented chefs I've had the opportunity to meet and taste what he can do! Because of his work, the Park Hyatt was listed in the Esquire Magazine as one of the MUST DINE IN restaurants in the country! Another big plus for this Chef is that he utilizes as much local fresh produce and ingredients, including meats etc. as possible. I also must add that the outstanding staff in 8100 as in all the hotel, is friendly and eager to do everything to make your stay pleasant and memorable.
Whether you are planning an elegant wedding for 100 or a small, casual wedding for 20, check out the Park Hyatt. Peach Duty, the Senior Catering Sales Manager, will do everything to make your stay special for you and your guests. You can see the property at www.parkhyattbeavercreek.com, or contact Peach at peach.duty@hyatt.com 970-827-6522, or you can contact me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com 303-779-0395 for more information. www.weddingsbytanya.com .
This would also be the perfect resort for a Planned Elopement.
We stayed one night at the Park Hyatt. During this stay, we enjoyed a wonderful massage in the Allegria Spa, had dinner and breakfast in 8100 - The brand new Mountain Side Bar and Grill, slept in the most comfortable room, and had a spectacular view of the center of the Village of Beaver Creek and the mountains.
The Park Hyatt is a ski-in, ski-out property, however, they are year around. They have done outstanding renovations, building out the patio, changing the Antler Bar (which used to be in the lobby area) to the 8100 Mountainside Bar and Grill. The plus side of this, is it stays open much longer!
The patio, located at the foot of the mountain, is a perfect place for your wedding ceremony and cocktails before going inside for your mouth-watering reception dinner.
Chef Reese Hay, Chef de Cuisine of 8100 Mountainside Bar & Grill, is one of the most talented chefs I've had the opportunity to meet and taste what he can do! Because of his work, the Park Hyatt was listed in the Esquire Magazine as one of the MUST DINE IN restaurants in the country! Another big plus for this Chef is that he utilizes as much local fresh produce and ingredients, including meats etc. as possible. I also must add that the outstanding staff in 8100 as in all the hotel, is friendly and eager to do everything to make your stay pleasant and memorable.
Whether you are planning an elegant wedding for 100 or a small, casual wedding for 20, check out the Park Hyatt. Peach Duty, the Senior Catering Sales Manager, will do everything to make your stay special for you and your guests. You can see the property at www.parkhyattbeavercreek.com, or contact Peach at peach.duty@hyatt.com 970-827-6522, or you can contact me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com 303-779-0395 for more information. www.weddingsbytanya.com .
This would also be the perfect resort for a Planned Elopement.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Video or no video?
The question comes up, especially in these economic times, do you want a video or even have the budget for one?
Well, I'll tell you I've heard brides say they wished they had done one, but never have I heard a bride say she was sorry.
Some things to keep in mind when deciding:
1) If you have aging grandparents or parents, they won't always be around and it will be nice to go back and see and hear them talk and laugh.
2) While you won't watch it that often, when there's tough times, it's nice to listen to those all important vows you made to each other.
3) Your children will enjoy seeing their dad with hair.
4) Your attendants may not always be around but this keeps every one close to you.
5) Your children may want to incorporate some of your ceremony/reception into theirs when they get married.
If you don't have the budget to video the whole wedding, consider at least having the ceremony taped. Video goes hand in had with photography. There's lots to be said for being able to hear the music, vows and comments.
There's lots of good videographers out there in all price ranges. If you find someone you'd really like to work with, give them your budget and ask if they can work with it. It's been my experience that the videographer will probably want to work with you as much as you'd like them to video your special day. Just ask!
I'm off tomorrow to Breckenridge, Colorado for two days of visiting venues and vendors for an October wedding next year, with a bride and groom. I still have some good dates available, but remember I limit the number I do in a year! Contact me through www.weddingsbytanya.com or email tanya@weddingsbytanya.com with any questions or to arrange a visit.
Well, I'll tell you I've heard brides say they wished they had done one, but never have I heard a bride say she was sorry.
Some things to keep in mind when deciding:
1) If you have aging grandparents or parents, they won't always be around and it will be nice to go back and see and hear them talk and laugh.
2) While you won't watch it that often, when there's tough times, it's nice to listen to those all important vows you made to each other.
3) Your children will enjoy seeing their dad with hair.
4) Your attendants may not always be around but this keeps every one close to you.
5) Your children may want to incorporate some of your ceremony/reception into theirs when they get married.
If you don't have the budget to video the whole wedding, consider at least having the ceremony taped. Video goes hand in had with photography. There's lots to be said for being able to hear the music, vows and comments.
There's lots of good videographers out there in all price ranges. If you find someone you'd really like to work with, give them your budget and ask if they can work with it. It's been my experience that the videographer will probably want to work with you as much as you'd like them to video your special day. Just ask!
I'm off tomorrow to Breckenridge, Colorado for two days of visiting venues and vendors for an October wedding next year, with a bride and groom. I still have some good dates available, but remember I limit the number I do in a year! Contact me through www.weddingsbytanya.com or email tanya@weddingsbytanya.com with any questions or to arrange a visit.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Virginia wedding
I've talked about the beautiful venue in Virgia, Silverbrook Farm. Here's some pictures from this venue. You can't go wrong with this beautiful place!
Friday, October 23, 2009
New Venue in Colorado
I had the opportunity, yesterday, to view and enjoy a fantastic lunch at a brand new venue being built in the Parker, Colorado area.
Colorado Golf Club will definately be for the descerning bride. It has a wonderful Colorado feel, but is very elegant at the same time. The backdrop for ceremonies is a non-obstructed view of the mountains. On a clear day, you'll be able to see Pikes Peak to Longs Peak.
This Club is a private club, but will have some dates available for weddings. Included in the wedding package is a two night stay (night before the wedding, and wedding night) of a charming four-bedroom cottage. There's also possibility of golf and access to other amenities that members have.
The food, under the direction of Chef Bob Burden is something you'll be happy to write home about!
While the facility won't be available until May 2010, they are doing showings and taking reservations. If you are dreaming of an elegant, Colorado wedding, then this is a must see!
www.ColoradoGolfClub.com or contact me for details. tanya@weddingsbytanya.com or www.weddingsbytanya.com.
Colorado Golf Club will definately be for the descerning bride. It has a wonderful Colorado feel, but is very elegant at the same time. The backdrop for ceremonies is a non-obstructed view of the mountains. On a clear day, you'll be able to see Pikes Peak to Longs Peak.
This Club is a private club, but will have some dates available for weddings. Included in the wedding package is a two night stay (night before the wedding, and wedding night) of a charming four-bedroom cottage. There's also possibility of golf and access to other amenities that members have.
The food, under the direction of Chef Bob Burden is something you'll be happy to write home about!
While the facility won't be available until May 2010, they are doing showings and taking reservations. If you are dreaming of an elegant, Colorado wedding, then this is a must see!
www.ColoradoGolfClub.com or contact me for details. tanya@weddingsbytanya.com or www.weddingsbytanya.com.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Giving Back
As we all know, especially in the times we live in, it's very important to give back and share with those less fortunate than ourselves.
For this reason, I've decided to make a donation to the Breast Cancer National Research of $100, for each Full or Partial Wedding Package contracted; $50 for each Day Of Service; and $25 from each elopement package.
The charities will be changed on a monthly basis:
October - Breast Cancer Research
November - Food Bank of the Rockies/Rescue Mission
December - Toys for Tots
January - Alzheimer's Association
February - Heart Association
March - Boys' and Girls' Club
April - The Gathering Place
May - Denver Dumb Friends League
June - Wheelchair Foundation
July - Meals on Wheels
August - School Supplies
September - Habitat for Humanity
While many of these charities are located in Colorado, if you hire me, and you live outside of Colorado, then the donation will be made to one that is local to you.
It's time we all make a difference, a little bit at a time!
To learn about my services, go to www.weddingsbytanya.com or email me at Tanya@weddingsbytanya.com .
For this reason, I've decided to make a donation to the Breast Cancer National Research of $100, for each Full or Partial Wedding Package contracted; $50 for each Day Of Service; and $25 from each elopement package.
The charities will be changed on a monthly basis:
October - Breast Cancer Research
November - Food Bank of the Rockies/Rescue Mission
December - Toys for Tots
January - Alzheimer's Association
February - Heart Association
March - Boys' and Girls' Club
April - The Gathering Place
May - Denver Dumb Friends League
June - Wheelchair Foundation
July - Meals on Wheels
August - School Supplies
September - Habitat for Humanity
While many of these charities are located in Colorado, if you hire me, and you live outside of Colorado, then the donation will be made to one that is local to you.
It's time we all make a difference, a little bit at a time!
To learn about my services, go to www.weddingsbytanya.com or email me at Tanya@weddingsbytanya.com .
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