A plethora of possibilities.....

I have always believed that there are more ideas than time! This wedding captured so many suprising uses for charming tidbits from the past. Miniature postcards became the perfect canvas for guests to pen their romantic sentiments for the bride and groom. Old skeleton keys became magical wands for onlookers to blow tiny bubbles into the air as the couple danced their first dance as husband and wife to the live vocal performance of      ........UNFORGETTABLE. 

The Blushing Bride!

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Divine  soft and subtle hues of pinks, blush and coral flowed through every room of the mansion, creating a timeless feeling of romance. A candy buffet in the same color theme added a touch of whimsy to the decor, treating each guest with a tasty thank you from the bride and groom.
We loved the framed detail shot of the wedding ring, and the bride's bouquet was picture perfect! 

Nothing could be Finer!

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 Nothing could be finer than an intimate breathtaking setting such as this for your first moment as husband and wife. Completely enveloped with fragrant flowering pear trees that reach their pinnacle of  blossoming generally the last two weeks of April, the gazebo offers an unprecedented  stage for you to exchange your vows. The extensive decorative patio encircling the gazebo offers seating for upwards to 150 guests with the furthest guest being only three rows away from the bride & groom! AMAZING!

Classy Ivory!

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Classy Ivory is always in style.
Timeless. Sophisticated. Simple. Amazing!
A few DIY touches added the bride & groom's signature to the design.
Exquisite bouquets of Ivory and white flowers filled the mansion.
 Each table dripping with  ivory satin table cloths, each encircled with chiavari chairs elegantly wrapped and tied with ivory sashes.
A towering array of flowers accented each table  

Pinwheels, etc...

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With so many catering options it is difficult to know where to start!
We always recommend starting with a budget in mind! Whether large or small or somewhere in between knowing how much you have to spend is a necessity. This particular menu became a wonderful end result of taking the bride and groom's utmost desires and creating a way of serving their choices in a way that fit their budget. Our experienced wedding planners and catering team are happy to make your dreams come true!

We all Scream for Ice Cream!

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One of our favorites among guests is the Ice Cream Parlor!
Located outside in our grand gazebo, guests are treated to some of the richest premium freshly churned ice cream flavors ever made! With so many flavors to choose from, we encourage you to choose your favorites or even choose flavors that match your color theme! Either way your guests will be delighted!

Painting the Roses Red!

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A striking color theme of  rose red, cottage white and  thymeless green on top of a formal black satin backdrop created the most sophisticated atmosphere! Rich bounteous bouquets of white rocket snapdragons surrounded by bold and beautiful red roses added the finishing touches to an atmosphere fit for a queen! Simple, yet amazing boutonnieres adorned the gentlemen's jackets, while corsages of the finest of roses and gardenias honored the ladies.

No such thing as too many Flowers!

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When spring is on the cusp of arriving we just can't help ourselves to enough flowers!
Fragrant blossoms in vibrant hues come together to create an indoor garden at every table.
Wheat grass delicately wrapped in recycled newspaper and tied with a sheer silver ribbon provides the perfect place for dancing billiballs to play. Kiwi vine interludes with Cinderella stock and sweet peas, creating amazing posies that we tucked into an eclectic collection of timeless tarnished teapots!

Flawlessly Framed!

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 With spring just around the corner, we found March to be the
perfect time to celebrate the beginning of a new life!
In anticipation of the bulbs that would soon be peaking up out of the ground we dressed the windows with fragrant flowers, some in an enchanting collection of vintage perfume bottles and others floating in mid air from glass tubes and teardrop vases.
Rustic frames added a subtle artistic touch of interest to the flowers
as well as to pictures of the bride and groom.

Expect the unexpected!

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Stylish, elegant & inviting!
Unexpected elements make such a difference! An European style ivy garland ushered guest inside the mansion, where antique chapel windows suspended from the ceiling added a second filter to the bright spring sun. The mirror from a charming vintage dresser, draped with wheat grass & flowers, captured a collage of reflections, showing off the many details of the reception;  the cake, rustic & romantic looks amazing. Looking closely you will notice that it sits on a table cloth made from a recycled newspaper, displaying the current events of the day the couple were married.
A majestic collection of spring blooms offer a contrast of beauty to the  turn of the century milk cans.  

Fabulously Fun!

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As we look forward to Summer and outdoor weddings I couldn't help going back through our photo archives of 2011. This particular wedding was among our favorites! The father of the bride was actively involved to ensure that his "little girl" had the wedding of her dreams. The playfulness of her childhood merged perfectly with the gorgeous sophisticated women she had become. Exquisite flowers in bright vivid hues looked amazing as they intermingled with masses of helium balloons and ribbons. A pastel collection of Salt Water Taffy created a nostalgic candy buffet that brought out the kid in everyone! The wedding itself was a splendorous collection of FABULOUS & FUN!

Soft & Subtle Hues!

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Friends and family gathered in the South Conservatory for a Wedding Luncheon, prior to the formal reception. Soft touches of blushing bride pink looked sophisticated and elegant on linens of champange and gold. Simple classic clusters of babies breath and garden ivory roses floating in vintage tea cups from the  classic snack sets from the 50's created a simple timeless element on each table.  

Contemporaneously Vintage!

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A bright and innovative style is created when two dynamic eras artistically collide! 
A Topsy Turvy cake, made by a friend of the bride,  adds an unexpected element of whim as it balances on an ornately embossed silver platform, 
...& elegant vintage crystal candlesticks take on a double personality as they make their debut in trendy hues of turquoise and snappy kiwi green.
Sophisticated ivory Roses and Calla Lilies add a touch of elegance, balanced to playful perfection with a ring pillow made of button poms!

Spring Forward!

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As we approach daylight savings we are encouraged to know that we have all survived Winter and that Spring is truly just around the corner.  We are already seeing the first brave crocus poking up out of the ground, and soon we will welcome a new generation of robins poking their heads out of their nests in the tree tops that surround the mansion as they join all of us to bask in the warmth from the sun and delight in the treasured longer days! We anxiously await the first glow of green on the trees as well as  the first of many amazing outdoor weddings in the gardens!

Simplicity Magnified!

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Sometimes the most magnificent results are derived through notes of simplicity. A vibrant array of flowers spiral from the tip of the cake and puddle on the platter below, making a noteworthy statement. Guest were treated to an elegant assortment of imported cheeses complimented with fresh fruit and home baked bread. Another wonderful example of how Amazingly Simple it is to make your wedding Simply Amazing!

Barefoot Beauty!

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An exquisite outdoor affair! Completely enveloped by fragrant flowering pear trees, the junior bridesmaids and flower girl make their way to the gazebo leaving behind a blanket of blossoms for the barefoot bride.

Wedding Extraodinaire!

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Guests couldn't help but join in the celebration with so much to see and do! Alycia and her mom added their own personal DIY touch to this notable wedding by adding crafty signage and whimsical accessories, turning the ordinary into extraordinary!

Let Freedom Ring!

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Lindsey & Mac chose to hold true to tradition, creating a wedding that will stand the test of time. Red Freedom roses proclaimed the couples devotion to their country and to love! The bride carried a bouquet of soft blushing blossoms of hydrangea. cottage roses, sweet pea and ranunculus. Each bridesmaid carried a traditional posey of red roses and the groomsmen wore a classic red rose boutonniere.

Peek!

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Lindsey peeks around the corner from the doorway of the bride's room just moments before walking down the staircase to become Mrs. Mac Wilkinson. Mac just got back from active duty serving our country and couldn't have been any more excited to start a life of happily ever after with his new wife! Thank you to all of you who serve and especially for your service Mac! We wish both of you the very best life has to offer!

Elegant in any Season

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Weddings held early in the year offer the flexibility of relishing in the flurries of Winter or ushering in the first blossoms of Spring. This Monet fashioned cake seems to compliment both seasons, honoring Winter and welcoming Spring!