Table Design

I was a sponsor at a wedding event last weekend. I designed 4 tables that will be featured in a design video for Bridal Fantasy 2009. The colour scheme was Black, Red, Gold and White. Since I have a decor background, I had lots of fun bringing these designs together. Here's some pictures....

The first table featured a black sequence table linen, and a large centrepiece with black branches. We hung white orchids and mini mirrors for some sparkle. The napkins were folded to fit the menu cards, and we added some bling on those as well. It looked stunning!




For this table I used a gold and white colour scheme. Simple and elegant!

This next table was fun! Black and white baroque linen with splashes of red.

The last table sparkled! I combined all four colours, but the focal point was the mirrored centerpiece and napkin ring holders. Pretty, pretty, pretty!




Need some help with your decor design? I offer hourly consulting, and can help you come up with a perfect design for your wedding! Decor consulting includes everything from colour choices, style design, floral and stationary suggestions, as well as room layout design. I can also suggest the vendors that can make it all come together for you. Contact me today to schedule your consultation!

Carnations...really?

Carnations have long been a wedding no no. It just came up in conversation last night in a meeting with some clients. We were laughing at the idea of using carnations for flowers for a wedding. My exact words were "Tammy doesn't do carnations!" - while visions of 80's style blue carnation bouquets ran through my head. Well, upon reading the new issue of InStyle Weddings today, there was a section devoted to Carnations! I have to admit, my mind has changed a little. Although I really don't want to see them in bouquets or boutonnieres ANY TIME soon, they do have a modern look when done properly. Of course, there are a few rules to go by as to not have an 80's flashback, so check out the tips and pictures below.



















THINK BIG
Are you wanting to use a large amount of flowers for impact? Carnations cost only $1 on average, so they make a great alternative when you are designing on a larger scale. Plus they are incredibly hearty and can last a long time without wilting.






















CHOOSE ONE COLOUR
This gives a very modern look with a lot of impact! Carnations also have great texture and come in more than 10,000 shades! And if done properly, your guests won't even guess that they are carnations!
























GROUPINGS
Group them together eclectically - it gives great impact and is visually stunning! They also work well designed into shapes like these square vases toppers, or even round spheres.

Year End Promotion!

Book our Day-of Coordination package between October 15th and December 31st of this year, and get one hour of free wedding consulting! ($150 value) Once you book the day-of package, we can schedule a time to sit down over a coffee (my treat!) and you can ask me questions about your wedding. Anything from vendor referrals, decor design, floral suggestions, timeline planning and budget developement, and any other planning questions you might have. It's a great way to get started on your planning or to help you through some tough spots! Some 2009 dates still available!

Regal Wedding with a Feather Twist!

What a busy busy weekend in Camrose! Meighan and Jolke's wedding turned out amazing! We started planning this wedding in June - yes, only four months to plan! But we pulled it off! The reception was held at the Camrose Golf Course with a very pink theme! Satin pink linens, with tall pink ostrich feather centerpieces. The room looked very regal! Madison Drive rocked the reception, and kept everyone on the dance floor! We were very busy, but my assistant managed to snap a few photos.

Derks Street Fashion Show

I was very lucky to have been invited to the Derks Fashion Show and VIP Party last Friday night. Derks not only rents tuxedos, they also offer amazing men's fashions! The fashion show was held right on the street just off of Whyte Ave. Lexus was a sponsor and had some of their amazing cars on display. The VIP Party was sponsored by Belvedere Vodka and h'ours dourves were sponsored by Packrat Louie's. Delicious! It was so fun to get out to an event I didn't have to work at! Here's some pictures from the fashion show.

The Scarlett and Ryan Booth

Today I had a booth at Bridal Conference - Diamonds & Divas. I designed my booth around Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds who are getting married this winter - and I was so happy with how it turned out! A huge special thank-you to Jenelle from Pinkpolka Wedding Design who supplied the stunning menu cards for me. http://www.pinkpolkadesign.com/ She did a fabulous job as always!

Thanks to all the brides that stopped by, it was so nice meeting all of you and I look forward to designing your own little 'celebrity wedding' for you!

Here's some photos:

Eco-Friendly Global Segment

I was asked to do a segment this morning for the Global Morning Show about eco-friendly weddings. Couples are wanting to add different 'eco-chic' aspects to their weddings to lessen the impact their wedding will have on the environment.

The segment was taped in conjunction with Bridal Conference and was taped at Derk's Formals, and it was so much fun! I want to give a HUGE thank-you to all of the companies who supplied their products for the segment. Below is a list of everything that was showcased, as well as the company contact information for each of them.

Inspired Gardens -

http://www.inspiredgardens.ca/

780-963-5625

Fill your senses with the fragrance, taste, texture and display of their wide range of culinary herbs, edible flowers, and fabulous salads and greens - all raised using all-natural growing conditions and sustainable agriculture methods. The offer

U-Pick fields of beautiful organic flowers that are pesticide and herbicide free. Your florist can go directly to them for flowers for bouquets, coursages, and even centerpieces for your wedding. They also supplied organic edible flowers to garnish the organic wedding cake used in the segment.

Pinkpolka Wedding Design -
http://www.pinkpolkadesign.com/

780-643-0404

Jenelle at Pinkpolka design is so creative and designs stunning invitations! She supplied these invitations for the segment. They are made out of either FSC Certified paper (Forest Stewardship Council - monitors logging companies to ensure they use ethical practices) or Green-e Certified paper (manufactured by companies that use renewable resources).

Kirstens Chocolates - The Cocoa Room -
10139-112 Street

http://www.kirstenschocolates.com/

Kirsten supplied the amazing organic chocolate truffles and bark, as well as dehydrated organic orange slices for our favours. I just tried a few nibbles of them, and they are DECADENT!

Impressions Are Everything -

http://www.impressionsareeverything.com/
780-478-9561

Tina supplied the fabulous organic woven favour boxes for the segment. They are made out of natural materials and are biodegradable. It's so easy to order from her on-line store, and she is located right here in Edmonton.

Bake Me A Cake -

http://www.bake-me-a-cake.ca/
780-968-8706

Roxanne supplied the beautiful organic wedding cake for the segment. The cake was designed with rafia (a natural product) and we garnished it with organic edible flowers. She can use local organic ingredients to customize a very eco-chic confectionary for your wedding day!

deVine Wines & Spirits -

10111-104 Street

http://www.devinewines.ca/

deVine Wines supplied some great organic wines to showcase on the segment. There are great organic wineries in BC, and deVine Wines can recommend a great organic option that is bottled close to home, and will compliment your wedding meal perfectly!

So thanks so much to all of the great suppliers, and to Heidi and Gay from Derk's Formals!