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Welcome to our newest coordinator :: Noelle

I'd like to officially welcome Noelle to the Amy Nixon Events family!

Last year Noelle successfully completed our summer internship, and since our business is growing we have brought her permanently on staff as a coordinator. Kim & Mike's wedding this past weekend was her first Amy Nixon Events wedding on her own, and she did a fabulous job!

We're so happy to have a talent like Noelle on our team, and we look forward to many more weddings to come!

Congratulations Kim & Mike

Kim & Mike's wedding took place this past weekend in Sandusky at the Sunnybrook Trout Club. They booked all 10 rooms of the bed & breakfast for themselves and the wedding party to stay at, and held the ceremony and reception on the grounds as well.

The ceremony was held under the gazebo behind the bed & breakfast, and the reception in a large white tent just off to the side. Guests gathered in a semi-circle around the gazebo to watch Kim & Mike exchange their vows, and then everyone moved to the tent for cocktail hour, dinner and dancing.

This wedding was full of personal touches from the bride. The blue and green table runners were all hand made by the bride, as were the strawberry jam favors for the guests.

Best wishes to the happy newlyweds!

Congratulations Molly & TJ!

This was such a super fun wedding! We traveled down to Columbus and stayed at the Renaissance hotel for the entire weekend. The majority of the wedding party was from out of state, so this was a destination wedding for almost everyone in attendance!

The ceremony was held at the Holy Cross Catholic Church in downtown Columbus, which happens to be the oldest church in the state. The reception was in the Olympian Ballroom at the Columbus Athenaeum, a gorgeous landmark building which is also located downtown, just a few blocks from the church. The cocktail hour was held upstairs in the loft area, overlooking the reception area below. The decor was simple and elegant...black table linens with black chair covers, green and white paper flowers scattered on the tables, and candle centerpieces gave the room a soft romantic glow. The bridesmaids carried bouquets of gerbera daisies, all in a different color, and their partnered groomsman had a boutonniere to match.

There were surprises left and right! During the introductions each couple had come up with their own funny entrance. The bride and her father started out their dance to Somewhere Over The Rainbow, then it abruptly stopped and changed to Gettin Jiggy With It, and then concluded with the Electric Slide, during which they invited everyone else to come out and finish the dance with them. Another great surprise was when TJ went to remove the garter and came up with a rubber chicken, lol. The song chosen for the garter removal was "Hot for Teacher", since Molly is a teacher back home in Virginia.

Congratulations to Molly and TJ - you are truly a special couple, and you have both have such wonderful families. I know you'll have a life full of love and happiness together. Thank you for letting me share in the official beginning of your new life! It was a beautiful occasion, and it was a pleasure working with you!

Also, I have to send a special thanks to Christin Berry (one of my lovely brides from last June) who referred this couple to me.



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Event :: Photo Day at the Lake

Photo Day at the Lake
Professional summer photo sessions for babies, children and families!
Sunday July 26th
(By Appointment Only)

Outdoor lakeside photo locations AND three indoor photo areas will be available.
Please bring your own clothing. Props, accessories and backdrops will be provided.
Special requests can be accommodated if we’re notified by 1 week prior to the session. Some of our props will include: lollipops, hats, tutus, fabrics, sunglasses, flowers, mirrors, sports items (Indians, Cavs & Browns), teddy bears, baby toys, and much more…

Each photo session is a ½ hour and produces about 100 photos.
Your session can include one child, several children, mom & child, or the entire family.

All photos will be posted online. Browse and choose your favorites to purchase.
Printed photos, digital photos and complete albums are available.

$25 sitting fee
Includes your 30 minute session and complimentary summer refreshments!

Call (440) 320-3255 to schedule your session!

Photographer: Terra Sol Studio

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Design Theme :: Black + White + Damask

In looking over my blog, I noticed a trend of black & white damask in the photos. I had 2 weddings recently with the black & white theme, and I'm seeing it used in every design combination possible. So, I decided to do an inspiration board on it. And change my background. :)

I love that this is popular right now. You can pair any color from the rainbow with black & white damask and it will look fabulous. Hot Pink, Dusty Blue, Gold, Pewter, Orange, Yellow, Green, Purple, Deep Red... your accent color possibilities are endless!


Photo Credits: Anna Kuperberg, Wedding By Color, WeddingBee.com, Target, Pink Cake Box, Elizabeth Anne Designs, Amy Nixon Events

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Event :: Tacori One Day Event @ Peter & Co.

Tacori is the number one most-requested bridal band in the country and Peter & Company Jewelers will have an extended collection here for one day only. They will have the entire collection of Tacori's diamond rings, wedding bands and finished jewelry. Call for an appointment PLUS stop in for a chance to win a $500 gift card towards a bridal purchase.

Saturday, July 11th
Starting at 10:00am

Peter & Company Jewelers
375 Lear Rd.
Avon Lake, OH
(800) 347-6956


Tacori

I'm Over It

Found a "jewel" while browsing through Sasha Souza's Sparkliatti blog today. I'm Over It is an online jewelry rental company. Amazing, sparkling jewelry that you can RENT for your special occasion! And it's affordable!





www.imoveritonline.com

Splash of Color :: Aqua + Red

What a brilliant color combo! This warm/cool combo is fresh and unexpected, and it definitely packs a punch of color!



Photo Credits: Banks Photography, Martha Stewart Weddings, Sugar Plum Invitations, Joyful Weddings, The Cake Walk, and Brides.com.

All In The Details :: Shoes ::

Most of you know how much I love feathers...so this choice as one of my favorites shouldn't surprise you!


Zappos Couture for L.A.M.B.

Congratulations Candice & Mike!

Our wedding this weekend was really a stunner! The color palette of black & white damask with a touch of green was really amazing, and the location of the reception was absolutely perfect!

The ceremony took place at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Port Clinton, and was followed by a cocktail hour and reception in the tent at the Catawba Island Club. There was a yacht ice sculpture, the always amazing black & white dance floor, and green mini-champagne bottles at every guest's place setting as a favor.

The tent is lakeside, and just behind the tent is an outdoor sitting area, with beach chairs and fire pits. We lined the walkways with black lanterns, and guests came outside to enjoy the weather and the sunset. The weather looked cloudy most of the day, but the rain held off and the clouds finally cleared, and Candice & Mike were able to get their lake sunset photos after all!

Congratulations to Candice and Mike! Your special day was breathtaking, and what a great group! Everyone was so friendly, including guests and vendors. I'm honored to have been a part of this most important day, and I wish you a lifetime of happiness together!


















Bottom 2 photos from Kanney Contemporary Photography

Tour of Event Source

I rented some linens from Event Source for this weekend's wedding, and I had never used them before. I have seen them at all the local expos I go to and talked to Jim Lottig several times. But, I had never taken the opportunity to use them until I needed a last minute order and my out-of-town supplier couldn't get it here in time.

So, I called Event Source and they had everything I needed. I was able to pick it up the next day, and it was in great condition. I didn't get a box with linens tossed in it, like other places I've rented from. These linens were cleaned, pressed, on hangers, and in a dry-cleaning bag to protect them during transit. They also gave me a bag to return the used linens in. It was nice not to have to cram them back into the same box they came in, and ship it back out.

I was impressed that they went that far with the services for a last minute order of only 3 linens. Ron took me on a tour of the facility while I was there, and their whole operation is impressive. Everything in the warehouse is organized and easily accessible. I even snapped a few photos of the showroom while I was there, to share on my blog. If you're in the event business and ever have a need for rental equipment, I highly suggest visiting the showroom at Event Source. It will amaze you!

Wedding Day Perfumes

Searching for that perfect scent for your special day? Here are a few floral selections that are light and airy....and perfect for wedding day! Take this list into your local perfume store and try them out!

(*TIP: When smelling perfumes, take a small bag of coffee beans with you! Smelling the beans after smelling perfumes will "clear the pallate" for the next scent. Sometimes the perfume store will provide them for you.)

Ralph Lauren Romance: Always Yours
Rose, Violet & Lotus Flower
www.ralphlauren.com

Banana Republic: Rosewood
Magnolia Blossom & Bergamot Champagne
www.bananarepublic.com

Sarah Jessica Parker: The Lovely Collection: Endless
Peony & Ivy Leaf
www.macys.com

Vivara Variazioni Sole by Pucci
Jasmine & Tomato Leaf
www.neimanmarcus.com

Michael Kors: Bermuda
Hibiscus & Freesia
www.bloomingdales.com

Bath & Body Works: Enchanted Orchid
Orchids, Violets, White Irises & Gardenia
www.bathandbodyworks.com

My Birthday Party

My birthday turned out fabulous! I was so happy to see my new friends from Cleveland who came to celebrate with me. We did a "Black & White" theme, where all the guests wore black & white and all the decor was black & white. The dessert table was full of black & white desserts, and the bar had 6 specialty drinks that were black & white. The weather was beautiful, and we got to hang out on the patio and watch the sunset over the lake. Turning 30 wasn't so bad after all! :)

Shelly Theiling :: Makeup Artist

I met a fabulous makeup artist a few weeks ago at a wedding we did together. Actually, I didn't meet her that day, but the bride raved about her so much that I wanted to meet with her afterwards to exchange info and hopefully use her services again in the future. We had a nice lunch together at TGI Fridays this week, where I was able to pick up some of her business cards and view her portfolio. She comes recommended by the MAC cosmetics store in Crocker Park, and she will travel to any wedding location (not just in the Cleveland area, either).

If you're looking for a great makeup artist for your wedding, prom, or other special event, give Shelly Theiling a call at (216) 337-2598 or email her at stmakeupartist@hotmail.com.
www.stmakeupartist.com







Photos by Terra Sol Studio