"Gatsby Returns" at Sanctuary Open House

It was quite the night.  I wish I had a photo of us to show you!  Kent in his white tux and black bow  tie.  Me in a flapper dress and a gazillion pearls.  It felt like the 20s at the Sanctuary at Admiral.

Flower Lab did the overall design.  Here's an arch created from folded newspaper.  Such a great idea!







The rustic quality of the paper was counterpointed with golds ...

and with silvers!




There were also a few feathers and bling added.






Flower arrangements, including one completely assembled from sedums (I love sedums -- just bought another one today) were on display from Metropolitan Market.  

Music was everywhere:  Miss Rose and Her Rhythm Percolators was singing upstairs, while Rob Gregerson and Friends were in the Speakeasy.

Pedersens Event Rentals was there with their stock of linens and lights and all things needed to dress up your Gatsby event.

BAKED Custom Cakes created this oh so deco cake.
















There was also a long table with vintage mix and match place settings.  I like this trend.

Animate Objects partnered with Portage Bay Cafe to present a walking table of Kir Royale.  Always in fashion.

Near our display was Kelli Bielema of Shindig Events.  We've worked together on weddings and it always turned out well.

321 Foto was there to provide those fun photobooth images.  We always save ours on the frig.


And, there were so many truly great caterers to check out:
City Catering, DUO's, Foodz, Galluci's, Herban Feast, Lisa Dupar and Ravishing Radish,  Kent said he actually gained a pound that night.

Maurice Labrecque of Maurice Photography was there to capture the spirit of the evening.  I'm sure you'll be seeing his work soon!

If you are planning your Gatsby event, there are a lot of wedding professionals to help make your vision a reality.  And, if you need a Gatsby-esque officiant, please give us a call at 206-789-9788 or contact us through our website: www.aheavenlyceremony.com.

Tyler and Megan's Vintage Wedding at Sodo Park

Welcome!  This is the third in the series on Megan and Tyler's wedding.  Today's post focuses on all the details that created a very warm, personal, and old-time feel to their wedding celebration.


 
 



Guests were greeted with this display:  the place cards arranged on the rack, an old-fashioned typewriter and vintage post cards.  They were encouraged to type out a message to the couple that would be mailed to them later.  How nice to receive well wishes both on the wedding day ... and beyond.

Chalkboards with messages were placed around the room.  I really like the look of these.

And, I absolutely adore sedums and living centerpieces.  Talk about green.





 

After the ceremony, while guests enjoyed the cocktail hour, the main area was reset.  Isn't this striking?!  It was the first time I've seen striped table clothes.  They looked so elegant.


 The clear plates and white accents worked beautifully together.


 


The bride and groom sat with their wedding party on the right side of the photo at a long table with its own decor.




Look at this "Sweet Treats" table.  Of course, the wedding cake took centered stage.





What to try first!

 In fact, you were encouraged to enjoy yourself.

Megan and Tyler truly created a amazing celebration!


Wishing the two years of walking hand-in-hand together through life.

Hats off to the trio who made the vision a reality:
Day-Of-Coordinator:  Laura Gram, Simplicity Events
Baker: Jenny Keller of Jenny Cookies
Caterer:  Herban Feast 
DJ:  Bamboo Beats
Florist:  Mackenzie Powell
Hair and MakeUp: Megan Bingham of An Off White Seattle 
Transportation:  British Motor Coach 
And to the photographers:  Gabe Rodriguez and Boone Rodriguez   

For a personal experience with your ceremony that as unique and personal as this wedding design, give us a call at 206-789-9788 or contact us through our website:  w

Sensational Wedding at SODO Park

Love one another 

  but make not a bond of love:

Let it rather be a moving sea 

  between the shores of your souls.

"On Marriage" from The Prophet is what Megan always envisioned would be spoken at her wedding.  Her grandmother gave her the book long before she could truly understand the words.  It has held a special place in both her life and the life of her mother, Mendy.  So, it was fitting that Mendy would present the reading at Megan and Tyler's wedding! 

Tyler and Megan settled on Sodo Park as their wedding venue.  A perfect place of a shabby chic celebration.

 

The wedding colors were an elegant grey and black and white stripes.  






 




The backdrop for the ceremony was a triptych of vintage doors, floral "header," lights and candles. 

I loved that the parents and stepparents all offered their blessings to Megan and Tyler.

Then, it was time to seal their vows with a kiss.






Married!!!

Don't they look so very happy!

I cannot tell you how much Tyler and I appreciate all that you did for our wedding. The ceremony was heartfelt and deeply touching, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your involvement.   ~ Tyler & Megan

To love, to life, to all good things!  Wishing Megan and Tyler the happiest marriage!!

Kudos to all the wedding professionals too.
Baker:  Jenny Keller
Day-Of-Coordinator:  Laura Gram, Simplicity Events

DJ:  Bamboo Beats
Florist:  Mackenzie Powell 
Hair and MakeUp: Megan Bingham of An Off White Seattle
Photographers:  Gabe Rodriguez and Boone Rodriguez   
Transportation:  British Motor Coach

To plan your sensational wedding ceremony, give us a call at 206-789-9788 or contact us through our website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.com.

A Halloween Tale of Love and Marriage

 

We met Alli and Whitney at the Sanctuary at Admiral's open house earlier this year.  (We love open houses!) All of us were enjoying the evening:  food, music, entertainment, good company.  It was a memorable evening and we looked forward to getting to know the two... and to help them plan a great ceremony. 
 
 Alli selected the perfect dress for her!  She looked gorgeous in it.






The entire wedding party looked great!










Whitney and Alli are creative people.  They worked with Aaron Bloom to create the right look for their wedding programs and with Bella Signature Events for the overall design of the wedding, which had a "shabby chic" quality.










The ceremony took place in front of the stage, framed by a glittery half-circle garland. Alex Ho provided the cello music.

One of my favorite parts of the ceremony was when Alli and Whitney presented calla lilies to their mothers.  Calla lilies were the favorite flower of Alli's grandmother, Angela, so they had sentimental meaning for Alli.  They connect three generations of women in her family.  Alli also loves how calla lilies are so often depicted in Diego Rivera’s vibrant artwork.  The images of the flowers being so visually interesting and symbolically rich.

And, of course, the story of how they met. It was love at first sight around Halloween.  They worked next door to each other and wore costumes the entire month of October. So many happy memories!

 

Then, on to the cocktail hour while the room was reset for the reception.  The space looked absolutely beautiful!

 

Kent and I always enjoy photo booths.  What can be more fun?  Love my new eye wear ... and Kent was dashing in his black hat.  Thank you Happymatic Photo Booth!

We are certain Whitney and Alli were meant for each other.  You could see them light up whenever they are together.  It was a joy to share their wedding day with them.   Their ceremony concluded with well wishes for a happy marriage, part of which was:

"May your journey together from this day forward be blessed always.

 May your steps be guided by the love you have found in one another ..."

We are back from a wonderful honeymoon.  Thank you so much for the absolutely beautiful ceremony and for helping us make our wedding day so special.  Whitney and I and our families were very touched by your words!  Thank you for everything!
                                         ~  Whitney and Alli

Alli and Whitney gathered a great wedding team:

Davi Sobotta and The Sanctuary at Admiral

Catering by Herban Feast

Design by Bella Signature Design

Music by Alex Ho 

Photography by Stephanie Guerrero
Photo booth by Happymatic
Wedding ceremony program design by Aaron Bloom 

If you are looking for an officiant for your wedding team, give us a call at 206-789-9788 or contact us through our website:  www.aheavenlyceremony.com.

E/M Fine Art Open House

The white theme really worked.

Kent and I attended the open house at E/M Fine Art last night.  The gallery is run by Roland Crane and Amanda Hauk ... and is a sweet space.

To get an idea of what a reception would look like, a number of tables were set and decorated with creates from Herban Design.  I liked this one in particular, with it pussy willows and calla lilies so in tempo with the season.

Kent and I enjoying the space!

Of course, we had to check out what it would be like to stand in the officiant space.  The brick wall provide a textural background, the trees and uplighting add ambience and the candelabras would work perfectly for a unity candle celebration.  It felt good.  Easily, over 100 people could be seated for the ceremony.

This is the entrance to the gallery.  The back panel can be moved to whatever position you like.  It is a great cocktail area.

Love plants -- doesn't this look good?

Herban Designs were showcased on all the tables.  Love the curling tendrils of this one.

A congenial place to meet and talk!

Upstairs is the bar/lounge area.  This photo doesn't really do it justice.  You can look over the railings to the happenings below.

And you have to love the food!  Herban Feast featured pan seared scallops on paella, along with a cheese spread and passed appetizers.  Quite yummy!!

There really is an art to food photography.  This was scrumptious!!

Let's see.  Alan Chitlik was the DJ.  Sadie and Jay from Sadie and Jay Photography were taking photos.  Herban Feast provide the floral designs and the food.  These are just some of the people who made it a very wonderful night.

If you are thinking of marrying at E/M Fine Art, give us a call or contact us through our website.

SODO Park Hosts Allen and Rachel's Wedding

Seattle offers great photo opportunities

One of my favorite remembrances from Kent's family are two magnetic Scottie dogs:  one is white and one is black.  We have them on our refrigerator.  Being magnetic, they are attracted (irresistibly) to one another.

How classic - Post Alley.

When I saw Rachel and Allen together, I felt it was the same.  There was a magnetic force that drew them together.  And I noticed the biggest smiles when they looked at each other.  Here are two photos of them.  The sequence reminds me of the Scotties:  two people who are meant to be together.


During the ceremony, the two only had eyes for each other. 
 








The vows have been spoken, the rings exchanged, Allen and Rachel are wed!

SODO Park is a popular and dramatic wedding venue.  A favorite since it opened!

Coming from two different heritages, the ceremony and the reception reflected both.  Allen and Rachel wanted to honor everyone and to have family and friends feel comfortable.


Yes, there is always time for a kiss!  Those first few after the ceremony are especially sweet.

Don't they look happy!!!! 

"Pat, you were amazing, we couldn't have had a better ceremony.   thank you thank you thank you"
                                   ~Rachel & Allen

The blue of SODO was a perfect background.

The bride, groom and their wedding party were looking good ... and were so very delighted for Allen and Rachel. 


East or West, North or South---weddings are meant to bring people together.  That is exactly what Rachel and Allen's wedding did!

 

Many thanks to Scott and Jennifer of Red Fish Blue Fish for their wonderful photographs! They really capture the day.





Music was provided by Isaac and JoJo of Bamboo Beats - love 'em.  Great sounds to talk to, great sounds to dine by, great sounds to dance to.  Other wedding professionals who helped make the day special are:
SODO Park and Herban Feast
Lea of Florarama Modern Design

You can never have too many kisses!

To plan a wedding ceremony to celebrate your love and also honors and brings together the key people in your world, call us at 206.789.9788 or contact us through out website www.aheavenlyceremony.com.