Proposing Dreams Wedding & Events

My boys in StudioB!

This is what happens when I leave my boys alone with the Browers:

Lauren & Matt 5-9-09 Sacred Heart Catholic Church & Old Hickory Golf Club

Lauren & Matt are just too cute! They were a referral from a previous client who told them how much of a difference it made to have at least a “day of” coordinator. Meeting up with them at church and just keeping the day on track was an easy task as Lauren is a so organized and put together.

 

I really enjoyed Father Stanger’s ceremony and working with Angie from Trotter – unfortunately I can’t get a lot of images so here are just a few:

 

 

 

as always the photo of me behind the dress. I really do more, this just seems to be when the photographers always catch me!

 

 

Congrats and nothing but the best for your future!!

 

From Lauren: Thanks again for everything you did!  The day couldn't have been smoother and I loved being able to relax and not worry about the details.

 

The Big Day Vendor Line-up:

 

Salon: Metro Design Studio

Ceremony: Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Officiant: Father Stranger

Photography: Trotter Photography

Ceremony Music: John Meehen, Cheryl Tillery, & Aimee Showers

Transportation: Vandalia Bus Lines

Florist: Stems Florist

Reception: Old Hickory Golf Club

Disc Jockey: TKO Djs

 

Katie & Jenny 5/2/09 Pilgram United & Franklin Room

Katie & Jenny had "the wedding consultant" package:

 

 

Katie & Jenny will always hold a special place in my heart! What amazing ladies with so much love to give and share! I was tickled with them the first time I met them and we had so much fun planning their wedding I wouldn’t even call it work.

 

The ceremony was flawless and inspiring. I don’t cry at weddings much anymore but I did at theirs, when the entire congregation came up to lay hands of support there wasn’t a dry eye in the place.

 

The ceremony was supposed to be held at their church where Katie now preaches (and I’m ashamed to say I haven’t gotten to see yet – but if it’s anything like her prayer at dinner it’s moving too) but unfortunately the construction wasn’t completed.

 

The wedding party was fun and sassy! The colors of apples green and brown looked amazing on everyone. Jenny’s father’s band The Jorrells kept us dancing all night! The vendors were all outstanding and it was a GREAT day – I’ll never forget it!!

 

Much love and respect to you ladies – all my best for now and forever!

 

I love this one.....they bought each other the same card for thier wedding day. This was done so they couldn't see each other.

 

 

all of us right after the ceremony

 

 

We shared a HUGE rice krispie treat after the ceremony

 

The church where the wedding was supposed to be:

 

 

 

The Big Day Vendor Line Up:

Salon: Maggie Devine of Texture Studio

Ceremony: Pilgrim United Church of Christ

Officiant: Rev. Dr. Carol Trissell

Photography: Kelly Manno Photography

Videographer: Lifetime Media

Florist: Sisters Flowers

Reception: The Franklin Room

Band: The Jorrells

Bakery: Carondelet Bakery

 

 

Reviews are coming your way....

I’m so far behind on blogging that I’m embarrassed but the show must go on and since a photo speaks a 1000 words I’m going to let the images speaks for themselves. Other than a few words from me you will get to see amazing photos and of course – The Big Day Vendor Line Up (the best part right).

Thinking "inside" the Box: Guestbook

 

 

There is a new trend for guest books that does not include your mother’s traditional guest book. You know the one I am talking about a guest book with lines for the guest to just sign their names. If you are looking to for one outside of that box, you need to checkout this box by  Etsy seller Tara Lee of Cut the Cake Designs. This shop started off just selling recipe boxes but then turned them into a great fun guest box.  Each guest (or couple) have their own card to write their name and information on as well as some advice or well wishes to the newlyweds.  After the wedding, the newlyweds are displaying the boxes in their homes or offices and have a very cute address book. The Guest Box is custom designed and can take one day to two weeks to create.  Tara works with you, the bride, to design the box according to your wedding, color preferences, personality, home décor, pretty much anything you would like. She does have some premade designs to choose from as well, and if you are in a rush to get the Guest Box, she has rush order option that will get your box to you in half the time, of course you have to choose one of 14 options (which is a lot of options for a rush order if you ask me).

Not only does Tara make these fabulous guest boxes, but she also does invitations as well. Tara has been featured in Bride Colorado magazine (fall/winter 09) for her invitations.  Tara also belongs to a group called the Etsy Wedding Team. This is a talented team of individuals who create fabulously unique wedding items.   To be a part of this team more half of your items for sale must be dedicated to weddings.  Since the group was formed the team votes to accept or deny new members.  So if you are still looking for a fun and functional guest book, please check Tara at Cut the Cake Designs out.

 

WDS Open House - 9/9/9

Don't forget The Wedding Design Studio will be opening it's doors to you tomorrow night 4:00-8:00!

Here is what brides are already saying:

"Sabrina- This looks very cool.  I will not be able to attend the open house (not that it would do me much good with 2 ½ weeks left), but I just wanted to say congratulations.  I am sure this will be a success. Thanks, Colleen"

"Sabrina, this is an awesome resource!  How exciting for newly-engaged couples!  Love the branding, too. Thank you, Marcie"

But there are benefits to anyone anywhere in thier planning - stop in for professional advice and information anytime!!

Looking forward to seeing you all!

Open House for The Wedding Design Studio!

If you are reading this blog you are probably planning a wedding and do we have some great news for you!

Proposing Dreams Wedding and Events is excited to announce the opening of The Wedding Design Studio; a comprehensive studio offering brides complimentary access to an extensive vault of wedding resources.  A concept seen around the country, but not yet in St. Louis… until now!

The Wedding Design Studio is a haven, a creative stomping ground, if you will, for brides to escape, kick back, and have fun planning their wedding.  Guests may browse our professional member portfolios, bridal magazines, color swatches, planning and etiquette books, and so much more!  Special events will include open houses hosted by top wedding professionals, cake tastings, mini bridal shows and networking parties with local vendors.

 

Planning a wedding should be fun, not stressful…  we’re here to make that happen! And the best part.....it's all FREE!! No where else in St. Louis can you get professional advice and access to such amazing tools with no pressure and no cost to you.

 

See more online at www.theweddingdesignstudiostl.com and please come by and check us out!

 

Bridal Open House for The Wedding Design Studio! Join us for our open house on Wednesday, September 9th, 2009 from 4:00pm-8:00pm (happy hour from 5:00-6:00 with drinks and snacks) at 3520-1 Greenwood Blvd. Maplewood, Mo. 63143.  We’re looking forward to seeing you!

 

 

Here are a few photos from our Professionals Open House, excuse my lack of photography talents:

Table Display by Aries Co

Centerpiece by Sisters Flowers

Table Stationery by Dickey Designs

Hightop Table and New High Chivaris from Aries Co

 

A little snack display by Proposing Dreams

 

Our comfy couch area

back of the Studio - that's our little office behind the screen.

 

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