Year in Review: Favorite Photos

Some of my favorite photos from our 2011 projects, bridal shows, weddings and events....

Our table design for a wedding reception at Pine Ridge Country Club in Wickliffe.

 Photo by James Nixon

Our "cotton candy bouquet" for A Bride's Design photo shoot at

The Merry Go Round Museum in Sandusky.

Photo by Z Media

Love this photo of Jessica & Chris outside of Severance Hall!

Photo by EM's Event Photography

Emily and Bryan take a stroll on the beach after their ceremony.

Photo by Brooks Photography

A sweet photo of Mary & Jon dancing.

Photo by BCR Studios

I love the washed out white of this photo! Stunning!

Photo by

This couple was just as sweet and adorable as this photo!

Photo by Ty Photography

Beautiful photo of the ballroom and chandeliers at Lyman Harbor.

Photo by Becky's Photography

A photo of the fashion show models at "The Wedding Reception" in March '11.
Photo by Becky's Photography

A close up photo of our crystal centerpiece at "The Wedding Reception" in October '11.
Photo by EM's Event Photography

 This adorable bride was bubbly and bouncy all the way down the aisle!
Photo by Steve Mastroianni

Gorgeous ring and shot photo....
Photo by Danielle Luc Photography

Our staff (Amy, Liz, Shannon & Whitney) with photographer Edric Morales 
having fun in a photo booth at our bridal show!
Photo Booth by Boothographers

Android Wedding

The geeky side of me had to share this awesome celebration of love and love of technology.  

Think you’re a hardcore Android fan? Well +Vanessa Kenworthy and+Rhys Kenworthy recently took Android love to a new level with their Android themed wedding!

From the .75 m (2 1/2 foot) Android cake to vows exchanged via their Android phones, this was an event like no other and we want to thank Vanessa and Rhys for letting us share their big day with the Android community. 

So check out some news coverage and pics from the wedding!

Photo Gallery

YouTube Video

 

Congrats Mary & Jon!

Generally I post "congrats" to our clients the day-of or the day after the wedding. I didn't get to do that with Mary and Jon, planning clients of ours who tied the knot back on August 20th. Since we didn't get any photos on the day of the wedding, I wanted to wait for the photographer's photos to be posted so we could share a few! Sorry for the delay, but excited to share the details!

I love the Italian feel at Gusto! It was the perfect spot for a quaint dinner reception. I'm loving the drapery in here, too....

 

Congrats Mary & Jon! Your wedding turned out beautiful! Best wishes to you both!

Ceremony: Saint Peter Catholic Church in North Ridgeville

Reception & Catering: Gusto Little Italy

Wedding Planning: Amy Nixon Events

Photography: BCR Studios

Flowers: Vase to Vase

Cake: Corbo's Bakery

Dress: Matina's Bridal

Favors: Catherine's Chocolates

Invitations: Paper Trails

Congrats Jeannie & David!

We delivered flowers today for Jeannie & David's wedding in Cleveland, and they turned out absolutely beautiful! Jeannie chose a great color palette, and we matched the ribbon sample from her *exactly* for the bouquets! My fave was the bride's bouquet, all full sized white calla lilies. Always such an elegant and classic choice for a bouquet.

While we were waiting, we strolled around the greenhouse and took a few photos. It really is a beautiful place. They have an outdoor area that is perfect for an elegant garden wedding! Unfortunately the weather was dreary today, so I'm sure these photos don't do it justice. :(

 (view of the garden from inside)

As for the reception flowers, Jeannie had the idea for the centerpiece and we just carried out her visions....

 

 (Tossing Bouquet)

Congrats Jeannie & David!

Congrats Brittany & Bryan!

Brittany & Bryan were married in an outdoor ceremony at The Bertram Inn in Aurora, Ohio on a beautiful sunny day! With all the rain we've had this summer, the outdoor weddings have made me a bit nervous! But the clouds stayed away for the afternoon and the sun was shining for their ceremony! I also must say, Brittany's lace gown was stunning!!

 

 

The cocktail hour was held inside in the foyer, where buffet displays lined the tables and twinkle lights trickled down from ceiling to floor against all the windows. It was a really beautiful touch!

Inside the banquet room, tables were set in two different styles. Deep red linens with sheer ivory overlays and tall centerpieces with clouds of baby's breath, and white linens with short baby's breath centerpieces. The solid baby's breath looked so elegant in the room, and the ceiling treatment with lighting added that finishing touch to the special celebration.

Congrats to the beautiful couple, Brittany & Bryan! Best wishes for a long and happy marriage! It was a true pleasure working such a sweet family!

Venue & Catering: The Bertram Inn

Lighting, Ceiling Treatment, Pipe & Drape, Flowers: Amy Nixon Events

Congrats Chrissy & Andy!

Since we live in Avon Lake, we love it when we get to work weddings with our "neighbors"! This weekend we had the pleasure of working with two Avon Lake families for Chrissy & Andy's wedding. The ceremony was held right here at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Avon Lake. The church has a pink tone behind the altar, which made for the perfect backdrop for the pink hydrangea bushes and the pink bridesmaids dresses. The colors for this wedding were "Sugar Plum" and "Tea Rose", so different shades of pink were carried throughout the day.

 

After the ceremony, the wedding party went off for pictures at the lake and we headed to Westwood Country Club. The weather was beautiful for cocktail hour! In addition to the indoor cocktail area, guests took advantage of the patio and gazebo where we decorated with the pink hydrangeas from the church, and the tables had cylinder vases with pink sand and ivory pillar candles.

The dining room was decorated in pink, black and white. Black linens with a white overlay and touches of pink on all the tables with the centerpieces and napkins. In lieu of a favor, the couple made donations to Autism Speaks, so each pink napkin was folded to display the donation card at each place setting. The cake was stunning, with pink and ivory flowers cascading down the sides. When the cake table was removed from the dance floor, a personalized black & white decal was revealed on the dance floor.

Another happy couple down the aisle! Congratulations and best wishes to Chrissy and Andy! This wedding was such a pleasure! Everyone including the couple, their families, and the wedding party were a joy to work with. It's always great to work with a wonderful group of people!

Ceremony: St. Joseph's Catholic Church

Reception Venue & Catering: Westwood Country Club

Wedding Coordinator: Amy & Jamie from Amy Nixon Events

Photographer: Cavanaugh Photography

Transportation: First Class Limos and Lakefront Lines

Cake: Create-A-Cake

DJ: TKO Entertainment