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There are so many different aspects of planning a wedding, but from my knowledge, having a videographer present is so important and worth the investment. So with that, here are five tips on what a couple can do to make their wedding film showcase them in the best way possible. This advice can be used with any videographer as well as be helpful for any couple in understanding the video process. Many couples have no idea what to expect, just like with anything they do the first time!
Read MoreRecently, my good friend Peyton Murry wrote a short piece for one of her journalism classes about me and student entrepreneurs. I thought I would share her article Student Says 'I Do' to Being an Entrepreneur because it quite nicely sums up my passion for the work I do. She truly captured who I am and what I stand for. Thank you, Peyton, for all of your hard work, and I am so happy I could help you with your class project!
Read MoreMany of you know I had an amazing bridal photoshoot on May 20th, and it was a blast! I just received the final images and video back from the talented Sarah Olivia Photo and KW Productions, and I am so excited to share them with you! This shoot was also featured on Revel, a new wedding blog, which was also very exciting for me!
Read MoreCustomizing an event can be a blast, but overwhelming at the same time. Whether you need help gathering ideas, designing, finding décor or coordinating the event, there are professionals to help. Here are five things to think about when planning an event and how hiring a decor vendor can help!
Read MoreSince I was about seven years old, I knew I wanted to be a business owner and entrepreneur (even though I did not know what an entrepreneur was at that time). My dad had built my sister and I a small playhouse in our backyard, and I decided to turn it into a little shop. I sold and traded a variety of items, and I did make-up and nails for my friends and family…
Read MoreInvitations are the first visual your guests have of your wedding day, and as a graphic designer specializing in stationery, I’m so excited to break the process down for you today! Your invitations set the tone for the feel of your event, and they determine more than we realize. For example, casual invitations mean casual dress code. No link to the registry means no wedding gifts…
Read MoreFor over fifteen years, I have been providing wedding cakes and desserts through Soft Peaks Cakery. I have seen a LOT of changes over the years. Thirty years ago when my husband and I got married, we spent $300 for the complete day (Equivalent to $1,000 in today’s money). We had lunch, cake and beverages for 75 people in our backyard. Like today, our family and friends helped with the food. I made the cake, we purchased the beverages at the local Costco and we wrote our invites on a brown paper bag…
Read MoreI just wanted to jump on the blog today to let everyone know I will be taking a slight break from blogging while I am studying and traveling abroad from now until the end of August. I will probably write and post a few blogs here and there to stay current (stay tuned for my upcoming guest blog series) while I am away, but the frequency is still to be determined (trying to take a slight technology break)!
Read MoreAs the final term of my junior year is coming to a close, I am preparing to start my senior year of college studying abroad over the summer! In only two weeks from today, I will be flying across the globe. I will be staying in Siena, Italy for my six-week Wine Marketing Program, taking different marketing and Italian culture courses.
Read MoreUp until now I had heard little about event planners, aside from talking to a few brides here and there. For a long time I also thought they were just for weddings. To give a little background about myself, when it comes to party planning, I enjoy scouring Pinterest for elaborate ideas and then brainstorming ways to get it done in the most budget-friendly way. This last March I had my first experience working alongside event planner Samantha…
Read MoreI had the honor of planning a bridal shower for the beautiful bride-to-be, Dani, in Eugene, Oregon. My main contribution was researching pricing and design for different games and décor elements, such as the photo wall backdrop, place settings, balloons, signs and flowers. The color palette was soft pinks and creams…
Read MoreWhat an honor it was planning the 2018 Induction Ceremony for the National Society of Leadership and Success at the University of Oregon while being on the Executive Board! It was so fun planning with our President, Jessica Kaiser, and the rest of the Executive Board. Our goal was to make huge upgrades from our last year’s Induction, and I am so happy to announce that we by far exceeded our goal.
Read MoreI attended my cousin’s wedding last weekend, and it was quite spectacular. The first thing my cousin said to me and my family was, “How wonderful it is having everyone I love in one place.” I chose this quote to highlight because it reminded me of why we were all there together and why special (all) events are so important in life. Celebrating life moments and milestones with loved ones is what my job is all about.
Read MoreToday I thought I would talk some more about Aisle Planner, the amazing online event planning platform that streamlines the process from start to finish! I used Aisle Planner for the planning of my first styled shoot, and I have also become a master at the program through organizing and setting up accounts for Moxie Events and Event Crush, two wedding and event planning companies in Eugene, Oregon.
Read MoreI am planning another styled shoot in Downtown Eugene on Sunday, May 20, 2018! I am working with Sarah Olivia Photo, KW Productions, Poppies and Paisley Floral, Katarina Tiley, Cheri from Fringe Hair Studio, Gilt + Gossamer, Bliss NW Bridal and Grace Mariée Original! I will be styling six models in wedding dresses, each with different hairstyles, make-up, accessories and bouquets (and possibly flower crowns!).
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