Peaches on Par Stationery
So how did we put together everything for the Peaches on Par photo shoot for Brides of North Texas? Well, we want to show you and give you information on how much each project would cost. To start at the beginning of our photo shoot details, we should start with the first thing any guest sees… the invitation. All of the stationery in our shoot was provided by Chelsea from Southern Fried Paper. She was key to helping us pull together the elements we wanted for the theme “Peaches on Par”. She started with organizing ideas, from the crest of the invitation to the banners for the card titles. We had already chosen our color scheme, so we turned over our ideas (including asking for something with argyle print) and Chelsey got to work. With only a couple of drafts, she was able to pull together the look quickly and with such detail. We were impressed!
The invitation was flat printed on 100% cotton letterpress paper with the custom crest. The envelope was lined with gilded argyle paper (loved it!). For an invitation printed like this, Chelsey says they would start at $2.25 per piece. The argyle paper depends on the quantity you get and the price adjusts based on the paper you choose for the lining.
Next, we wanted escort cards that looked like golf balls so we could attach them to wooden tees and set them out in wheat grass. She came up with a golf ball “print” to watermark the paper and make it look like the dimples on a golf ball. (It’s hard to see in the photo.) Then she selected the perfect fonts for the guest names and the table number. Finally, she filed the wooden tee a bit to get a groove and glued the card in. Since this is a little involved, she would probably charge $2 each.
When we first came up with this golf-type theme, we KNEW we had to have a golf flag for the table number. We sketched out the flag with a triangle shape and an image of a peach on it. Chelsey took it to another level with her sketch of a peach and the number abbreviation she added. We fell in love with it, and yes, we kept the flag and have it in our office. For a similar flag piece, Chelsea says these would be about $10 each. So worth it!
The final stationery touches were the tags on the peach pies and the label on the peach tea. The tags served as place cards and favor tags, attached to the peach pies at each of the place settings. Chelsea had the beautiful glass bottle for peach tea, so of course she created a label for it. By re-using the crest and banners from the invitations, she kept the theme going. The favor tags start at $1 each and the label for the peach tea would vary depending on size and quantity needed.
Other ways you could incorporate these elements would be to project your crest on the wall or dance floor during the reception, or perhaps use it as a graphic on the photo strips from a photo booth. Have you thought about the impression your invitations will give? Do you have any unique elements that you could carry through to escort cards, table numbers or favor tags?
Photos provided by Celina Gomez Photography. Stay tuned for more about the details on this shoot!
Peaches On Par Tablescape in Brides of North Texas
For each magazine issue, Brides of North Texas asks designers to submit a tablescape idea with a storyboard. From there, they convene a panel of brides to vote on these ideas to see which ones will actually come together to be photographed. We submitted our Peaches on Par idea and storyboard earlier this year and were thrilled when they called to say we were selected! Here is the original storyboard we submitted: Each & Every Detail Peaches on Par Storyboard. After working with Brides of North Texas on our team of vendors, we got together with some great professionals to put it all together and get it photographed. The issue just came out and here is the result of all our hard work! (Click on it to see the detail)
Over the next week, we’ll be discussing each of the details from this tablescape, so keep an eye out. Below are the vendors that made up our awesome team. Thanks to everyone for their help!
- Celina Gomez Photography
- TPC Craig Ranch
- Southern Fried Paper
- Nest, Floral Studio
- Edison’s
- BBJ Linen
- Jackson’s Home and Garden
- Borrowed
Rules for a Happy and Healthy Marriage
As much as we love planning weddings, we understand the big day is not nearly as important as the relationship formalized in the wedding 
ceremony. It is key to make sure your relationship is healthy and that the communication lines are open. Before you get married, set some rules and boundaries together as a couple. Barbara Bartlein, M.S.W., author of Why did I Marry You Anyway? suggests a list of rules to write down. Every relationship is different so feel free to add any rules you both can agree on.
- We agree not to raise our voice when we’re upset with each other.
- We will try to say one positive comment to each other every day.
- We will agree not to go to bed angry.
- We will make efforts to connect every day.
- Neither of us will storm out during an argument.
- We will not make disparaging comments about the other’s friends or families.
- We will believe each other and give the benefit of the doubt.
- We will keep our marriage the top priority in our lives.
- We will apologize to each other, even when we think we did nothing wrong!
Bartlein notes, “engaged couples should spend at least as much time working on their relationship a they do on wedding planning.” We couldn’t agree more! During the wedding planning process, pick a day during the week that you are not allowed to discuss wedding plans. Use that day to just truly enjoy each other without all the stress of planning your special day. Your marriage will be stronger for it!
photo by Paul Ernest Photography
Wedding Video: Why Super 8mm?
Soulbox Productions is one of our favorite vendors to work with. David and Corbin truly care about their clients and always bring out the best in everyone they work with, which makes for great film. The editing they do is truly talented and thus, clients get an amazing wedding video. They offer different products, but one that I think they are know for is Super 8mm wedding films. Many of my clients have asked the question, “Why should we go with Super 8mm?” While this product is definitely only for some, I think the below video Soulbox put together gives the answer to this question. For this newly wed couple, Super 8mm was the way to capture their vintage wedding details in a timeless and classic way that was true to what they wanted for their wedding. They also describe the reasons why they wanted a video, when they had received feedback from others as to why they should not hire a videographer. Many couples choose to cut out a wedding videographer to help with the budget, but in my opinion, a video captures a wedding day like no other. Plus, the video is not just for the couple, but for their future children to watch the marriage of their parents. What more reason do you need?
Tick Tock! Time to get the perfect wedding gift!
Many of us are always looking for that perfect gift for the engaged couple. Of course, the couple is also looking for the perfect gift for each other, their parents and their wedding party. In searching for ideas for our couples, we came across local clockmaker, John Borin. John has an inspiring collection of clocks that can be personalized to fit every couple’s wedding day. From adding the wording of their invitation to graphics representing the location of the ceremony, each clock is unique and well crafted. (See website for details) These clocks a great idea for an anniversary gift too! Starting at $199, these handcrafted clocks can be purchased online at www.weddingclocks.com. With the time it takes to customize each clock, make sure to order in plenty of time!
Photo from www.weddingclocks.com website
Honeymoon Registries
Many of our couples have asked us what to register for if they already have what they need. Some of them have already been out of college for a while, so they have the typical furnishings you include on a wedding registry. (Towels, dishes, etc) Especially when you are combing households, it can seem a little pointless to register at JC Penney or Target. While we still encourage everyone to register at some of the familiar places (surely there’s something at Target you want!), we LOVE Honeymoon Registries.
Honeymoon registries allow you to register for either items on your honeymoon or cash towards your honeymoon. For example, someone might want to get you some champagne and strawberries one night, or maybe a horseback ride on the beach one day. Or maybe they just want to make the trip a little easier and send some cash your way. Great, huh? Not only that, but you can dictate what goes on your registry, so if your allergic to horses (I am), maybe you don’t have that as an option.
Another sneaky bonus of honeymoon registries is that often, you just get the cash for these items! So while your guests think they are buying you a massage, you really are getting the cash to spend as you please. Who doesn’t mind cash?
So, are you ready to set up your honeymoon registry yet? Click here to visit the site we recommend: rovia.honeymoonwishes.com
Happy registering and enjoy the honeymoon!
Calligraphy Classes at Paper and Chocolate
One of our absolutely favorite stores, Paper and Chocolate, is now offering calligraphy classes! Every Thursday night in May, calligrapher Donna Sabolovic will be teaching from 6:30-9:00 p.m. She will teach Beginning Copperplate during this four week class. The class fee is $80 and an addition $20 is required for supplies, which Donna will provide.
You’ll need to sign up soon since there is a limited amount of space. Contact Vicki at Paper and Chocolate by visiting the store or call at 214 357 2737. The store is located at 5460 West Lovers Lane, Suite 236 in Dallas, directly behind the Inwood Theater. I highly recommend going by in person as it is SO worth it.
Some Shortcuts Should Bother You
I’ve heard the phrase “Imitation is the highest form of flattery” way too many times over the past year. While I appreciate that someone valued our company name and website enough to copy it, it has always bothered me. It was hard to express why something like this bothered me so much. So many of my friends and colleagues have said they understand that it is an ethical issue, but many said not to worry about it and to take it as a compliment. While I have tried to understand why someone would choose this path to a business, I’m finally able to articulate a little about it and why it should bother not only the possible clients of these businesses, but other professionals who might choose to work with them.
Copying another company to create their own is a shortcut. What does this mean to their potential client? It means that this new person/company could not take the time to do the research and brainstorm an idea that was their own. If they did not put forth any effort to develop their own name, one should question if this new company has taken any other shortcuts. Have they pursued any education or training for their chosen craft? Will they take shortcuts and skimp on quality when it comes to their products and services? How much do they truly value what they are offering? Or are they simply out for a quick buck?
For wedding professionals, do you want to be associated with someone who is known to take shortcuts? How will this affect your business? Can you trust them if a problem arises during the planning process or on the wedding day?
It is very important to me that anyone who is potentially looking to hire Each & Every Detail or associate with us as a wedding professional knows that we hold ourselves to a high ethical standard. It is very important to us that all transactions, whether personal or business, are above board. We truly want the best for our clients and colleagues and we strive to educate ourselves to be able to provide high quality services. Please do research and make sure you are hiring or working with those you can truly trust.
Unique Wedding Ideas of the Week
Okay much like everyone else I am a certified blog stalker {I may or may not need a 12 step program?}. So here are some of my favorite cute and quirky wedding ideas I’ve gathered this week.
Buttons!!! Who else collected buttons when they were younger? {Chirp….Chirp…?} Just kidding I didn’t either. But seriously how cute are these and how funny? You can even customize them to say whatever you want! Does it get any better?
What about using these for destination weddings as part of the welcome gift? You can label your guests as Friend of Groom or Friend of Bride? It’s a great icebreaker and lets people scope out who else is there for your wedding!
Or what about these cute and unique Programs? Great idea for outdoor summer weddings, especially down here in Texas.
Or my personal favorite, the LOL camera. Maybe it’s because I love flashbacks or maybe it’s because I still have a disposable camera or two hidden in my closet but I’m in love with the idea of setting them at each table and seeing what photos your guests take, especially when this camera adds little mustaches and other images to the photos! Just look through the viewfinder to see what will be added to your next photo!
What fun things have you guys seen at weddings or are planning on using at your wedding?
How to pick your vendors
When planning your wedding, whether by yourself or with the help of a wedding planner, it can be hard to know exactly which vendors to hire.
Here at Each & Every Detail we call it finding a “love match”.
Finding your love match doesn’t mean you and your florist need to be best friends. You don’t need to go to coffee or brunch with your photographer. No need to exchange BFF necklaces with your DJ.
A love match means finding someone you trust to come through on your wedding day. They understand your vision and help you come up with ways to get the desired results and stay within your budget. But most importantly they are someone you feel comfortable with, this person is going to be helping you on one of the most important days of your entire life and you need to feel comfortable to speak your opinion and say if you like something or how you want it changed.
Your budget and vendor pricing are of course a factor in finding your lovematch. Sometimes you might fall in love with a florist, or another vendor, that is out of your set budget and it can be a hard choice whether to sign a contract with them or not. My advice is to continue to shop around, meet with other florists. You may end up finding a less expensive florist that you click with as there are lots of vendors out there. However, while the less expensive vendor can help create your vision, you may not find you trust them as much. Sometimes the stress and worry you save yourself from can be worth spending more money than you expected to. Go with your gut feeling. It’s a personal decision and it’s a hard decision, but always know you have options.
I wish you all the best in finding your love match and as always Happy Planning!