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<a href="http://vimeo.com/48008913">Jesse + Jenna // Like A Rock</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/capturestudios">capture studios</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-76798431241763193562012-07-17T07:34:00.000-07:002012-07-17T07:35:29.226-07:00Outdoor Wedding Love<p>There is no secret that we love outdoor weddings and farm weddings! I think that the personalization that is done when a wedding is hosted a the couples home/farm is really what makes the wedding very unique and memorable. This past weekend’s wedding was NO Different.. if you follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LastingImpressionsWeddingsMN">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/sarahtrotter">Twitter</a> or Instagram you are probably sick of these images.. but I had to share as my email was flooded in the last 2 days with questions on the decor!! I have attached our photos from our lovely iPhones.. but I can not wait to see and share with you the professional photos!!</p><p>Thank you so much to <a href="http://www.apresparty.com/">Apres</a>, <a href="http://www.sadiesfloral.com/">Sadies Floral</a> and most importantly to Jenna, Jesse, Mark and Denise for your hours of hard work dreaming up and assembling so much of the decor elements!!!!</p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/iQZJE.jpg" alt="iQZJE.jpg" width="750" height="561"></p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/YgpKn.jpg" alt="YgpKn.jpg" width="747" height="747"></p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/u3i4b.jpg" alt="u3i4b.jpg" width="384" height="384"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/245vy.jpg" alt="245vy.jpg" width="377" height="377"></p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/UH4St.jpg" alt="UH4St.jpg" width="759" height="759"></p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/pOPWe.jpg" alt="pOPWe.jpg" width="760" height="568"></p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/LyH3F.jpg" alt="LyH3F.jpg" width="752" height="752"></p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/BqQZ7.jpg" alt="BqQZ7.jpg" width="752" height="752"></p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/g4NeK.jpg" alt="g4NeK.jpg" width="745" height="745"></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-61193354927840338192012-04-25T07:55:00.000-07:002012-04-25T07:58:30.086-07:00Great Guestbook Idea<p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/KTRjw.png" alt="KTRjw.png" width="360" height="450"></p><p>I am loving this idea for a guest book!! Guests mark their names on their birthdays in a calendar. Perfect for a smaller wedding and a great way to gather all of your friends birthdays! For other great ideas visit: http://pinterest.com/strotter/wedding-guest-books/</p><p>Image via <a href="http://pinterest.com/strotter/wedding-guest-books/">Pinterest</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-74619460986116628722012-04-23T09:01:00.000-07:002012-04-23T09:06:58.875-07:00Thank You!!!!!<p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/T7ree.png" alt="T7ree.png" width="576" height="173"></p><p>This is my long due post to THANK everyone who voted for us for the Best Wedding Planner for <a href="http://mnbride.com/best-of">“The Minnesota Bride Best of 2012”! We are SO excited to be one of the three finalists!</a>And like always.. we are in such good company with other great planners and amazing vendors!!!! We are excited for July 11th when the winner is named!! Thank you again! We love what we do because of our amazing friends, vendors and clients!!!</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-30186378976476712862012-04-16T10:19:00.000-07:002012-04-16T10:49:28.401-07:00Now Hiring - Assistant Planners<p>Lasting Impressions is now hiring new assistant and lead planners for the summer of 2012. If you are interested and meet the qualifications listed below, please email <a href="mailto:Sarah@lastingimpressionsweddings.com">Sarah@lastingimpressionsweddings.com</a> and include your resume and contact information. The hours for this position are varied and primarily Friday’s and Saturdays. You must be able to work at least 2-3 Saturday’s per month.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul style="list-style-type: disc"><li>Coordinate and set up events for our clients</li><li>Communicate with the team, vendors and clients</li></ul><p>Experience & Knowledge</p><ul style="list-style-type: disc"><li>Event experience preferred - We are seeking individuals who have been in the service industry (Restaurant, hotel,         etc.) and have knowledge of running events</li><li>Strong verbal communication and leadership skills</li></ul><ul style="list-style-type: disc"><li>Team player & energetic</li><li>Detail oriented & works well under pressure</li></ul>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-83086188894715679152012-04-05T06:20:00.000-07:002012-04-05T06:21:50.561-07:00See your name in Lights!<p>What a fun wedding idea brought to us by <a href="http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/228871/good-things-spring-weddings/@center/272419/youre-engaged#/301689">Martha Stewart Weddings</a>! See your names, monogram or wedding design in lights for your big day!!</p><p><img src="http://i.imgur.com/mvVg2.jpg" alt="mvVg2.jpg" width="360" height="450"></p><p>Sign by: <a href="http://www.artisticneon.com/Home/">http://www.artisticneon.com/Home/</a></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-24860397878585323842012-03-28T18:44:00.002-07:002012-03-28T19:47:51.086-07:00Carly and JoeCarly and Joe’s Wedding is the perfect example of when a Perfect Vision meets the perfect venue and the perfect weather!! When I met with Carly and Joe and heard about their “look” for the day I was so excited! It was straight out of Style Me Pretty and Minnesota Bride!! The bride’s that call us the oct are all looking for the same thing.. a unique location with lots of personal touches and that is JUST what Carly and Joe got on their October wedding date!! I wish I could have been there.. but I was due with my son that week.. so my AMAZING coordinators Andrea and Brooke did a wonderful job and nailed it!!! Thank you for all of the amazing vendors that helped out with this wedding!!<br />
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Vendors:<br />
Wedding Coordination: <a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com/">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a><br />
Ceremony and Reception Site:<a href="http://www.camrosehillflowers.com/farm.html">Camrose Hill Farm (</a>An Amazing Venue!!!!)<br />
Ceremony Musicians: <a href="http://www.abeautifulviolin.com/">A Beautiful Violin</a><br />
Caterer: <a href="http://www.commonrootscatering.com/">Common Roots Catering</a><br />
Band: <a href="http://www.musiciansunlimited.com/bands-and-entertainers/modd-squad">Modd Squad</a><br />
Photography: <a href="http://www.jmphotomn.com/">JM Photography</a><br />
Rental Items: <a href="http://www.ue-mn.com/">Ultimate Events</a><br />
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We will find out if we take home the top honor at the awards ceremony in July!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-3124590212556468482012-03-02T07:44:00.000-08:002012-03-02T08:10:17.166-08:00Fun Wedding Food!!When I started Lasting Impressions six years ago personalizing the wedding was all about picking out decor that meant a lot to the couples, finding favors that were unique and different and adding lots of “personality” to the stationary and paper products! Personalizing Weddings is my favorite part of my job. I always say that I want to make your wedding a lot more than just “Another pretty wedding” I want to make it about the couple and I want people to leave feeling like that wedding was “them”. Wedding food has evolved over the years. It is now a platform to really showcase what the couple loves to eat and where they came from.<br /><br />Here is a peak at some of our favorite ideas for late night snacks, appetizers, dessert bars, etc. that really personalize a wedding!!<br /><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/HqNJO.png" alt="HqNJO.png" width="324" height="405"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/4NVEZ.png" alt="4NVEZ.png" width="324" height="405"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/AyJum.png" alt="AyJum.png" width="651" height="483"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/0Xjbn.png" alt="0Xjbn.png" width="380" height="398"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/Gm5Aj.png" alt="Gm5Aj.png" width="264" height="396"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/2GXMP.png" alt="2GXMP.png" width="413" height="288"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/7Fvyz.png" alt="7Fvyz.png" width="231" height="288"><br />All Images via <a href="http://pinterest.com/strotter/">Pinterest</a><br /><br />Follow Lasting Impressions Weddings on Pinterest for more fun food ideas and so much more!!! : <a href="http://pinterest.com/strotter/">http://pinterest.com/strotter/</a><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-66802045766646625852012-03-01T09:24:00.000-08:002012-03-01T09:27:04.466-08:00Paige and NolanI was so excited to get the call from the Randee, Mother of the Bride… Letting me know that another AMAZING Giblin was getting married!! We were really excited to jump in and help on the day of the wedding!! We were lucky enough to have been the day of coordinator for <a href="http://lastingimpressionsweddings.blogspot.com/2009/06/meredith-and-ben.html">Meredith and Ben’s Wedding</a> and we already felt part of the family! On top of everything.. I love Pink and Grey and that is just what Paige and Nolan picked for their amazing wedding at Graves 601! If you are looking for a great reception site.. look at Graves 601.. they do an spectacular job!!<br /><br />Also, Check out their <a href="http://www.vibrantfilm.com/journal/nolan-paige.html">AMAZING Wedding Video by Vibrant Film!</a><br /><br />Vendors:<br />Wedding Coordination: <a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a><br />Ceremony and Reception Venue: <a href="http://www.graves601hotel.com/">Graves 601</a><br />Photographer: <a href="http://www.jmphotomn.com/">JM Photography</a><br />Rental’s: <a href="http://festivitiesmn.com/">Festivities</a><br />Flowers: Forever in Bloom<br />Cake: <a href="http://gateaux-inc.com/">Gateaux</a><br />Dueling Pianos: <a href="http://tmaproductions.com">TMA Productions</a><br />Videography: <a href="http://www.vibrantfilm.com/">Vibrant Film</a><br />Lighting: <a href="http://www.instantrequest.com">Instant Request</a><br />Ice Sculpture: <a href="http://www.iceoccasionsmn.com/">Ice Occasions</a><br /><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/4hd2M.jpg" alt="4hd2M.jpg" width="699" height="464"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/ANgAH.jpg" alt="ANgAH.jpg" width="700" height="466"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/ho0T6.jpg" alt="ho0T6.jpg" width="698" height="465"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/PlbMK.jpg" alt="PlbMK.jpg" width="700" height="466"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/3Qr6m.jpg" alt="3Qr6m.jpg" width="693" height="461"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/Y8ULD.jpg" alt="Y8ULD.jpg" width="339" height="508"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/OfgAR.jpg" alt="OfgAR.jpg" width="341" height="511"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/twrds.jpg" alt="twrds.jpg" width="706" height="470"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/tCfF7.jpg" alt="tCfF7.jpg" width="699" height="464"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/U5NQQ.jpg" alt="U5NQQ.jpg" width="332" height="497"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/rE8Kh.jpg" alt="rE8Kh.jpg" width="332" height="497"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/Poad1.jpg" alt="Poad1.jpg" width="686" height="457"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/crlsS.jpg" alt="crlsS.jpg" width="326" height="489"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/PN7PI.jpg" alt="PN7PI.jpg" width="325" height="487"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/Qc7YS.jpg" alt="Qc7YS.jpg" width="698" height="465"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/usvk8.jpg" alt="usvk8.jpg" width="699" height="466"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/lOG8v.jpg" alt="lOG8v.jpg" width="698" height="465"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/B9sVM.jpg" alt="B9sVM.jpg" width="701" height="1051"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/CbsYa.jpg" alt="CbsYa.jpg" width="700" height="466"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/3bGy7.jpg" alt="3bGy7.jpg" width="694" height="462">Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-3920105868363948182012-02-13T18:48:00.000-08:002012-02-13T18:50:55.872-08:00Happy Valentines DayI have always love Valentine’s Day. Even when I was single I thought it was a great way to eat chocolate with my girlfriends and watch sappy movies. I am lucky enough to have a job based around love… and I am even luckier to have a life surrounded with love.<br />To my Valentines.. Andy and Easton.. Thanks for being the amazing men in my life!!!<br /><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/9OIIo.jpg" alt="9OIIo.jpg" width="580" height="869"><br /><br />Photo by <a href="http://www.laviephotography.com/">Lavie Photography</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-12224758209153442782012-01-25T07:38:00.000-08:002012-01-25T07:39:39.966-08:00Erica and Steve- September 10th<p style="text-align: left">Have you ever been to <a href="http://www.windbeamfarm.com">Windbeam Farm</a> ? If you have not .. Hopefully you will be lucky enough to plan your wedding there or get invited to a wedding there! Not only is it REALLY beautiful, but the owners, Trudi and Paul are also AMAZING!! Helpful, courteous, excited and always fast at answering my millions of questions!!</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">I had the pleasure of working with Erica and Steve for their September 10th wedding about a year in advance. My fondest memory will always be trudging through the snow with Erica at a few outdoor venues to try and “visualize” a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception!! Congratulations again Erica and Steve!!!</p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left">Vendors::</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Wedding Planning: <a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Ceremony and Reception Venue and Floral: <a href="http://www.windbeamfarm.com">Windbeam Farm</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Photography: <a href="http://www.portraitsbykirklamb.com/">Kirk Lamb Photography</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Caterer: <a href="http://www.chowgirls.net/">Chowgirls Catering</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">DJ: <a href="http://adagiodj.com/">Adagio</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Band: <a href="http://www.musiciansunlimited.com/bands-and-entertainers/modd-squad">Modd Squad</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Transportation: <a href="http://www.minnesotacoaches.com/">MN Coaches</a></p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/PdfbQ.jpg" alt="PdfbQ.jpg" width="287" height="383"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/z9O5z.jpg" alt="z9O5z.jpg" width="339" height="386"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/9Y6f2.jpg" alt="9Y6f2.jpg" width="317" height="473"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/A7NAP.jpg" alt="A7NAP.jpg" width="312" height="468"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/0E0tx.jpg" alt="0E0tx.jpg" width="630" height="418"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/Ex5or.jpg" alt="Ex5or.jpg" width="627" height="416"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/bTlfB.jpg" alt="bTlfB.jpg" width="309" height="460"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/gSxfI.jpg" alt="gSxfI.jpg" width="315" height="469"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/G8mnV.jpg" alt="G8mnV.jpg" width="629" height="416"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/FYT43.jpg" alt="FYT43.jpg" width="629" height="417"></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-19795950774034667042011-12-28T09:30:00.000-08:002011-12-29T06:19:10.740-08:00John and Michelle<p style="text-align: left">I love this time of year! I get to meet all kinds of new clients and reflect back on all of the fantastic weddings from the past summer.. Michelle and John’s wedding was one of them! I loved Michelle and John! Michelle had an impeccable eye for details and knew exactly what she wanted! John was present at every meeting that we had and took an interest in flowers and decor (which I always appreciate!!!) They were engaged in December and married in July and that made for a quick and fun planning process! Weddings planned under 6-9 months are always my favorite! I love the adrenaline rush and the quick decisions that need to be made! Thank you to the great team of vendors that made this July day so beautiful!!</p><br />
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<p style="text-align: left">Wedding Coordination: <a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></p><br />
<p style="text-align: left">Ceremony Venue::<a href="http://www.st-barts.org/">St. Bartholomew's</a></p><br />
<p style="text-align: left">Reception Venue:: <a href="http://www.marquettehotel.com/minneapolis-conferences/windows-on-minnesota/">Windows on MN</a></p><br />
Rentals:: <a href="http://www.apresparty.com/">Apres Party and Tent Rental</a><br />
Flowers:: <a href="http://www.violetsevents.com/">Violets Flowers</a><br />
DJ:: <a href="http://www.instantrequest.com/">Instant Request</a><br />
Videography:: <a href="http://capturestudios.net/">Capture Studios</a><br />
Photography:: <a href="http://www.bryannewfield.com/">Bryan Newfield Photography</a><br />
<p style="text-align: left">Transportation: <a href="http://www.reneeslimousines.com/">Renees Royal Valet</a></p><br />
<p style="text-align: left">Stationary: <a href="https://www.amilestonepaperco.com/">A Milestone Paper Company</a></p><br />
<p style="text-align: left">Jazz Group: <a href="http://www.ajazztrio.com/">A Jazz Trio</a></p><br />
<p style="text-align: left">Cake: <a href="http://www.buttercream.info/">Buttercream</a></p><br />
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<p style="text-align: left">To Check Out Michelle and Johns Wedding Video Click Here : <a href="http://vimeo.com/28971567">http://vimeo.com/28971567</a></p><br />
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<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/32974112@N07/6594053981/" title="bryan_newfield_photography_minneapolis_destination_wedding_photographer_38-2011-12-28-11-30 by LastingImpressionsweddings, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7033/6594053981_9be2c8a4a2_z.jpg" width="640" height="426" alt="bryan_newfield_photography_minneapolis_destination_wedding_photographer_38-2011-12-28-11-30"></a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-47077904523483287032011-12-11T18:31:00.000-08:002011-12-12T06:58:41.946-08:00Esther and Nik<p style="text-align: left">Ester and Nik were two of the most laid back and organized couples I had met. They came to me wanting a celebration with lots of unique twists. I could not have been happier with how the day turned out and how Esther and Nik’s “theme” and reception turned out. I love when a great group of vendors matched with a great, trusting couple can create an unforgettable day!!</p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left">Vendors::</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Wedding Coordination: <a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Reception Venue: <a href="http://www.solera-restaurant.com/">Solera</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Ceremony Venue: <a href="http://hennepinchurch.org/">Hennepin Ave Methodist Church</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Photography: <a href="http://www.kellybrownweddings.com/">Kelly Brown Weddings</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Videography: <a href="http://www.princessbridevideo.com/">Princess Bride Videography</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Cake: <a href="http://www.queen-of-cakes.com/">Queen of Cakes</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">DJ: <a href="http://www.bellagala.com/">Bellagala</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Makeup and Hair: <a href="http://www.mnbridalmakeup.com">MN Bridal Hair and Makeup</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Rental Items: <a href="http://www.apresparty.com/">Apres Party</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Transportation: <a href="http://www.reneeslimousines.com/">Renees Royal Valet</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Florist: <a href="http://lapetitefleurmn.com/">La Petite Fleur</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Stationary: <a href="http://www.weddingpaperdivas.com/">Wedding Paper Divas</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-6i-ICDQLyus/TuYWiEHOqjI/AAAAAAAAFko/vrPNK-URVhc/Ester%252526Nik1085-2011-12-11-20-31.jpg" alt="Ester%252526Nik1085-2011-12-11-20-31.jpg" width="658" height="438" /></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Mjo3OmK8SRs/TuYWipbtO4I/AAAAAAAAFks/G2K1QDih-Hc/Ester%252526Nik2298-2011-12-11-20-31.jpg" alt="Ester%252526Nik2298-2011-12-11-20-31.jpg" 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height="432" /></p><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-6126406381062122402011-12-08T18:05:00.000-08:002011-12-08T18:11:43.316-08:00Tina and Dan.. In Video!!<p style="text-align: left">Check out Tina and Dan’s Wedding Video prepared by Virtuoso Video!!</p><br />
<iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/32206326?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0" width="601" height="338" frameborder="0" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/32206326">Ramirez Wedding // Trailer</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/virtuoso">Adam Haviland</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-28806508896456280242011-11-29T07:24:00.000-08:002012-01-24T11:46:40.035-08:00Tina and Dan- September 4th<p style="text-align: left">onsI have started to write this blog post at least 5 times and then decided I would “come back to it”.. Mainly because I do not think any words that I say can can capture how much I love Tina and Dan and how amazing their wedding was.. so I will just have to sum it up as best as I can!! Tina and Dan’s wedding was not just simply one day, but it was a full weekend of amazing events… We started off at the Hilton in Bloomington with the Mehendi Party that welcomed all of their guests in from out of town, complete with food stations, Mehndi Artists and wonderful traditional Indian music. The wedding took place at the Hilton in downtown Minneapolis and we had a great line up of amazing vendors that transformed the amber-lit ceremony space into an amazing peacock inspired reception. </p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left">When I first met Tina over a year before her wedding she explained all of the elements that she was going to need help on and I got very excited and told her that I was up to the challenge!!! Like most weddings, there were challenges.. but the lessons I learned, the people I met and the love that I felt was SO much more than I could have ever imagined! A BIG thank you to our fantastic group of vendors that pulled off a flawless wedding for Tina, Dan and their 420 guests!! Tina and Dan (and adorable Aiden).. I miss you!!</p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left">I have tried to limit the number of photos on this post (Trust me.. It was so hard to narrow down my favorites!!!) So please check out more of <a href="http://www.redribbonstudio.com/">Red Ribbon Studio’s</a> Amazing Photos on our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lasting-Impressions-Weddings/84830905077">Facebook page</a>!</p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left">Vendors::</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Wedding Coordination: <a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Ceremony and Reception Site: <a href="http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/promotions/hilton_regional_usa_minneapolis/index.jhtml?WT.srch=1&pSearch=true&searchdef=2144778&k_clickid=28a7c82a-d43a-5d68-236e-000032ef95eb&002=002=2144778&021=605613&006=9217238822&007=Search&008=&009=e&011={QueryString}&012=hilton minneapolis">Hilton</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Mehendi Party Site: <a href="http://www.bloomingtonhilton.com/">Hilton</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Photography: <a href="http://www.redribbonstudio.com/">Red Ribbon Studio</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Videography: <a href="http://www.virtuosofilms.net/index2.php#/home/">Virtuoso Video Productions</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Caterer: India Palace</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Cake: <a href="http://www.buttercream.info/home.php">Buttercream</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">DJ and Lighting: <a href="http://www.instantrequest.com/">Instant Request</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Florist: <a href="http://www.richfieldflowers.com/">Richfield Floral and Events</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Rental Items: <a href="http://www.apresparty.com/">Apres Party and Tent Rental</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Officiant: <a href="http://www.perfectdayceremonies.com/">Perfect Day Wedding Ceremonies</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Hair and Makeup: <a href="http://www.mnbridalmakeup.com/">MN Bridal and Makeup Artistry</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Mehndi Artist: <a href="http://ancienttraditionsmehndi.com/">Ancient Traditions Mehndi</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Stationary: <a href="https://www.amilestonepaperco.com/">A Milestone Paper</a></p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/WoWSY.jpg" alt="WoWSY.jpg" width="683" height="455"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/ZWPW2.jpg" alt="ZWPW2.jpg" width="684" height="454"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/fMjZY.jpg" alt="fMjZY.jpg" width="321" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/YR95g.jpg" alt="YR95g.jpg" width="320" height="479"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/KRnoA.jpg" alt="KRnoA.jpg" width="693" height="459"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/d9a2X.jpg" alt="d9a2X.jpg" width="695" height="461"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/sEu6O.jpg" alt="sEu6O.jpg" width="318" height="476"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/uMttT.jpg" alt="uMttT.jpg" width="315" height="472"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/S1LYR.jpg" alt="S1LYR.jpg" width="636" height="423"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/4jq12.jpg" alt="4jq12.jpg" width="637" height="423"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/2xkak.jpg" alt="2xkak.jpg" width="633" height="421"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/rehGU.jpg" alt="rehGU.jpg" width="318" height="475"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/M2aWq.jpg" alt="M2aWq.jpg" width="318" height="476"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/Q4MMg.jpg" alt="Q4MMg.jpg" width="639" height="425"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/hJseK.jpg" alt="hJseK.jpg" width="314" height="469"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/dgPDL.jpg" alt="dgPDL.jpg" width="319" height="476"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/VVc01.jpg" alt="VVc01.jpg" width="631" height="420"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/NdY5D.jpg" alt="NdY5D.jpg" width="629" height="418"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/nxz6N.jpg" alt="nxz6N.jpg" width="629" height="418"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/a8XjJ.jpg" alt="a8XjJ.jpg" width="634" height="422"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/6wiYJ.jpg" alt="6wiYJ.jpg" width="638" height="424"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/ipND2.jpg" alt="ipND2.jpg" width="635" height="422"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/dSljf.jpg" alt="dSljf.jpg" width="313" height="468"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/PWGSx.jpg" alt="PWGSx.jpg" width="315" height="471"></span></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/xQG3r.jpg" alt="xQG3r.jpg" width="625" height="415"></span></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-2916269163472071452011-10-28T14:09:00.000-07:002012-01-24T11:52:16.276-08:00Paige and Nolan's Wedding Video<p style="text-align: left">We had the GREAT pleasure of working with Paige and Nolan on their September 17th wedding! Not only was the wedding amazingly beautiful, held at one of our favorite venues - <a href="http://www.graves601hotel.com/">Graves Hotel</a>, but it was also special because it was the second time we were able to work with the Giblin Family! We helped coordinate <a href="http://lastingimpressionsweddings.blogspot.com/2009/06/meredith-and-ben.html">Paige’s sister’s wedding in 2008</a>. So needless to say I was over joyed when I got the call from the Mother of the Bride letting me know that her other daughter was getting married!!!! I LOVE pink… and I love that this wedding was blinded out with crystals, feathers, lots of pink roses and a classic wedding touch!!!</p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left">Below are some amazing pictures from the always wonderful Jessica from <a href="http://www.jmphotomn.com/">JM Photo</a>.. When I get the rest from her I will make sure and feature them in their own blog post (this wedding is too pretty for just one blog post!!). I LOVE how <a href="http://www.vibrantfilm.com/">John Hoel from Vibrant Film</a> really captures not only the day, but the love that Paige and Nolan have for each other! </p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/ERSjP.jpg" alt="ERSjP.jpg" width="616" height="410"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/TQoau.jpg" alt="TQoau.jpg" width="611" height="916"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/zUvfG.jpg" alt="zUvfG.jpg" width="604" height="401"></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-39622225910067453072011-10-06T05:53:00.000-07:002012-01-24T11:52:36.481-08:00Emily and Brian<p style="text-align: left">This is a really fun post for me to write!! I LOVE Emily and Brian (I love all of my couples!!) and I love their family! I truly feel like I was welcomed into the family with open arms, and that is one of my favorite parts of my job! I remember the first time that I met Emily, Brian and Emily’s family - It was in the middle of winter and we were standing in their living room pointing out in the backyard to where the tent would go (and having to use a lot of imagination) and starting our vision!!</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Emily’s parents have a wonderful home in Deephaven, and that was the backdrop for their nautical themed wedding day! There were so many fun elements that were brought into the design…. Lots of rope, sailboats as place cards, lanterns, a program chalkboard… and I could go on and on…</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">After the ceremony the wedding party all got onto a boat for a perfect send off!</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Thank you for allowing me to be apart of your planning process, your wedding day and most of all.. Your Family!!!!</p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left">Vendors:</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Wedding Coordination: <a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Ceremony and Reception Venue: Private Residence</p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Caterer: <a href="http://www.damicocatering.com/">Damico Catering</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Photographer: Ruth from <a href="http://www.happilyeverafterphoto.com/">Happily Ever After</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Tent and Rental Items: <a href="http://www.apresparty.com/">Apres Party and Tent Rental</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Floral: <a href="http://www.sadiesfloral.com/">Sadie’s Floral</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Cake: <a href="http://cocoaandfig.com/">Cocoa and Fig</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Videography: <a href="http://www.unitedvideoinc.com/">United Video</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Transportation: <a href="http://www.minnesotacoaches.com/">MN Coaches</a></p><br /><p style="text-align: left">Ceremony and Reception Music: <a href="http://www.instantrequest.com/">Instant Request</a></p><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/4HixS.jpg" alt="4HixS.jpg" width="632" height="418"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/9nhOM.jpg" alt="9nhOM.jpg" width="632" height="421"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/D43Nm.jpg" alt="D43Nm.jpg" width="317" height="477"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/YmkdM.jpg" alt="YmkdM.jpg" width="312" height="471"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/ETHY0.jpg" alt="ETHY0.jpg" width="629" height="418"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/sxupA.jpg" alt="sxupA.jpg" width="631" height="417"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/vJCWf.jpg" alt="vJCWf.jpg" width="315" height="475"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/zB4HJ.jpg" alt="zB4HJ.jpg" width="315" height="476"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/dBLs9.jpg" alt="dBLs9.jpg" width="627" height="414"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/aOkxZ.jpg" alt="aOkxZ.jpg" width="313" height="469"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/jkfqr.jpg" alt="jkfqr.jpg" width="310" height="467"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/zVcph.jpg" alt="zVcph.jpg" width="620" height="410"></p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-50342802334728531102011-09-19T17:16:00.000-07:002011-10-06T09:57:51.190-07:00Two New Great Videos… by Capture StudiosI am so excited to share with you TWO new videos for <a href="http://capturestudios.net/">Capture Studios</a>!! We always love working with these VERY talented guys and it is amazing to sit back and watch all of the details through their eyes!!!<br />
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<a href="http://lastingimpressionsweddings.blogspot.com/2011/07/jaclyn-and-mark-april-30th.html">Jaclyn and Mark’s video is first up and you can see their wedding photo blog here!</a><br />
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Mark + Jaclyn // My Love</a> from <a href="/capturestudios">capture studios</a> on <a href="/">Vimeo</a>.</p><br />
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Michelle and John were married on July 9th and I still need to post their amazing photos from their wedding!! But for now here is their video. I think that the Best Man’s speech says it all.. “Its like you have always been together and knowing you always will be together”!<br />
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John + Michelle // Always Have and Always Will</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/capturestudios">capture studios</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-61043497160600425742011-09-08T07:07:00.000-07:002012-01-24T11:27:36.231-08:00Jamie and Garrett - June 26, 2011<span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">I had so much fun designing and planning Jamie and Garrett’s wedding! Jamie and Garrett called me about 9 months before their wedding to “jump in” and help in the planning process! They already had a great venue (one of my favorites!!) at Calhoun Beach Club and I really had fun finding a theme for them and really personalizing the look and feel of their wedding day! As you can tell by the photos… we incorporated purples, natural elements and LOVE BIRDS to the whole design! <br /><br />Vendors::<br />Wedding Coordination and Design: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com/">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Ceremony Location: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://garden.walkerart.org/index.wac">Sculpture Garden</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Reception Location: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.damicocatering.com/locations/cbc.aspx">Calhoun Beach Club</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Catering: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.damicocatering.com/locations/cbc.aspx">Damico Catering</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Ceremony Musicians: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://thebaroquetrio.com/">The Baraque Trio</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Photography: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.jmphotomn.com/">JM Photo</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Floral: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.sadiesfloral.com/">Sadie’s Couture Floral</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Invitations: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.amilestonepaperco.com/">A Milestone Paper</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Hair and Makeup: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://smartandchicbride.com/">Smart and Chic Bride</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">DJ: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.instantrequest.com/">Instant Request</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Transportation: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.reneeslimousines.com/">Renees Royal Valet</a></span><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Photobooth: </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.thetravelingphotobooth.com/index.html">The Traveling Photobooth</a></span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);">Thank you Jamie and Garrett for the great review online: <br /></span><span style="color: rgb(14,14,14);"><em>In my quest to find the right person with the right budget I found Sarah. I interviewed several planners and found Sarah to be the perfect fit. We worked with Sarah throughout our planning process and at that point had only found the venue and caterer, which happened to come together. Even though we technically purchased the partial service plan, Sarah was there to help with anything we needed from the moment we started working together. Her recommendations for other vendors was spot on and we ended up picking her highest recommended every time, even though I exhausted my research with other vendors. <br /><br />By the time the big day came I felt that she was part of the family. She not only became someone we did business with, but had become a friend I feel as well. My concerns were her concerns even if I didn't tell her what they were. She is a true professional with her work as her passion and will not let you down.</em></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(0,0,0);"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/HfvzG.jpg" alt="HfvzG.jpg" width="747" height="498"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/DmcFG.jpg" alt="DmcFG.jpg" width="720" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/bnpir.jpg" alt="bnpir.jpg" width="720" height="480"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/Vyb9l.jpg" alt="Vyb9l.jpg" width="720" height="480"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/UE6p7.jpg" alt="UE6p7.jpg" width="720" height="480"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/6OHCE.jpg" alt="6OHCE.jpg" width="720" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/tG338.jpg" alt="tG338.jpg" width="720" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/3CTaV.jpg" alt="3CTaV.jpg" width="720" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/WYlU5.jpg" alt="WYlU5.jpg" width="720" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/f26K2.jpg" alt="f26K2.jpg" width="720" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/vgReZ.jpg" alt="vgReZ.jpg" width="720" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/HCIM2.jpg" alt="HCIM2.jpg" width="720" height="480"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/idZns.jpg" alt="idZns.jpg" width="720" height="480"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/08QdX.jpg" alt="08QdX.jpg" width="720" height="540"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/nKjf9.jpg" alt="nKjf9.jpg" width="720" height="540"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/n6qZd.jpg" alt="n6qZd.jpg" width="720" height="540"></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-51017455916209896792011-08-25T10:20:00.000-07:002011-08-25T10:20:48.535-07:00Jahaira and Adam's Wedding Video<a href="http://www.northernlightsvideo.com/">Northern Lights Video </a>does it again with a GREAT sneek Peak and <a href="http://lastingimpressionsweddings.blogspot.com/2011/08/jahaira-and-adam-decor-photos.html">Adam and Jahaira's Big Day</a>!!<br />
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But I am happy to share with you photos from 2 great photographers that we had onsite to take decor pictures!<br /><br />The first photos are from the <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://fiveeventcenter.com/">Five Event Center Photographer</a></span><br /><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/5dkBJ.jpg" alt="5dkBJ.jpg" width="946" height="628"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/5PUyK.jpg" alt="5PUyK.jpg" width="943" height="628"></p><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/iewbB.jpg" alt="iewbB.jpg" width="944" height="1420"></p><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/voJNx.jpg" alt="voJNx.jpg" width="471" height="706"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/LdlzQ.jpg" alt="LdlzQ.jpg" width="469" height="705"><br /><p style="text-align: left"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/HMRed.jpg" alt="HMRed.jpg" width="946" height="628"></p><br /><br />The Following Images are provided by Austin Images: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://austinimagesphotography.com/">http://austinimagesphotography.com/</a></span><br /><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/RaUt2.jpg" alt="RaUt2.jpg" width="952" height="633"><br /><img src="http://i.imgur.com/hZdRL.jpg" alt="hZdRL.jpg" width="952" height="633">Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-28179613149096921622011-07-19T18:39:00.000-07:002012-01-20T14:06:57.347-08:00Jaclyn and Mark - April 30thOne of my favorite parts of my job is working with the families of my couples. I feel like it is such an honor to be asked to be a part of one of the most important days of someones life. The only thing better than “becoming part of the couples families” is getting to work with the family AGAIN!! I had the pleasure of working with Jaclyn’s family for the 2nd time this past April. A few years ago I was involved in her lovely sister Melinda’s wedding, so when I got the call from Rita, Jaclyn’s mother, letting me know their would be another Hallstrom wedding I was elated. Rita is a very organized and very loving mother and it was such a pleasure to get to help her and her daughters with both of their weddings! The Depot provided a beautiful backdrop to this amazing spring wedding!<br /><br />Vendors::<br />Ceremony and Reception Venue: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.thedepotminneapolis.com/">The Depot</a></span><br />Wedding Coordination:: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com/">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></span><br />Chair Covers:: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com/">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></span><br />Photography: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.studiobluemn.com/">Studio Blue Photography</a></span><br />Videography: Nate Larson<br />Harpist:: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.llharpist.com/">Laurie Leigh</a></span><br />Flowers: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://lapetitefleurmn.com/">La Petite Fleur</a></span><br />DJ:: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.agoodflow.com/">Flow DJ</a></span><br />Cake:: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.tasteofscandinavia.com/">Taste of Scandanvia</a></span><br />Rental Items and Pipe and Drape: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.apresparty.com/">Apres Party</a></span><br />Stationary:: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.amilestonepaperco.com/">A Milestone Paper</a></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/yOPAR.jpg" alt="yOPAR.jpg" width="708" height="469"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/4D6Ha.jpg" alt="4D6Ha.jpg" width="706" height="469"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/WVXlT.jpg" alt="WVXlT.jpg" width="706" height="468"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/PzdmC.jpg" alt="PzdmC.jpg" width="706" height="564"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/p9Crv.jpg" alt="p9Crv.jpg" width="705" height="467"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/38uoj.jpg" alt="38uoj.jpg" width="701" height="465"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/m3rfu.jpg" alt="m3rfu.jpg" width="337" height="505"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/M5ZMe.jpg" alt="M5ZMe.jpg" width="337" height="505"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/E7oat.jpg" alt="E7oat.jpg" width="698" height="462"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/WOuPv.jpg" alt="WOuPv.jpg" width="336" height="504"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/DzWnt.jpg" alt="DzWnt.jpg" width="335" height="502"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/UcFkv.jpg" alt="UcFkv.jpg" width="694" height="460"></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733081057248495961.post-29386280272171817402011-06-29T06:38:00.000-07:002012-01-20T14:08:54.163-08:00Claire and Matt - May 29thAs you can tell.. I have not been blogging very often as we have been busy creating and coordinating wonderful weddings every weekend since April... But I am getting very anxious to share these wonderful weddings with you. Matt and Claire started their planning about a year ago when they called me from New York and told me all about their wonderful ideas and I explained how I could help turn their long distance planning into an easy process!! To see this vision become reality is my favorite part of my job and I am still in awe of how some ideas can really transform a space! Enjoy the photos by the wonderful <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.atruthbeshown.com/">Gina from A Truth Be Shown</a></span>... Not only does she do an amazing job, she is very quick getting me photos!<br /><br />Vendors:: <br />Wedding Planning and Coordination: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com/">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></span><br />Ceremony Site: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.templeisrael.com/">Temple of Israel</a></span><br />Reception Site: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.marquettehotel.com/windows.htm">Windows on MN</a></span><br />Photography:<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.atruthbeshown.com/">A Truth be Shown</a></span><br />Cake: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.queen-of-cakes.com/">Queen of Cakes</a></span><br />Band:<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.synergy-dwmusic.com/">Synergy</a></span><br />Flowers: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.sadiesfloral.com/">Sadie’s Floral Design</a></span><br />Chair Covers: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.lastingimpressionsweddings.com/">Lasting Impressions Weddings</a></span><br />Rental Items: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.apresparty.com/">Apres</a></span><br />Ceremony Musician:<span style="font-size: 11pt;">Suzanna Altman</span><br />Transportation: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.reneeslimousines.com/">Renees Royal Valet</a></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/rpFHm.jpg" alt="rpFHm.jpg" width="719" height="479"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/3FhdQ.jpg" alt="3FhdQ.jpg" width="717" height="477"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/3kISq.jpg" alt="3kISq.jpg" width="717" height="477"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/1MdlV.jpg" alt="1MdlV.jpg" width="342" height="511"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/STixp.jpg" alt="STixp.jpg" width="338" height="503"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/pf9Mn.jpg" alt="pf9Mn.jpg" width="716" height="476"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/F6DLu.jpg" alt="F6DLu.jpg" width="719" height="478"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/gXV6F.jpg" alt="gXV6F.jpg" width="718" height="1077"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/nsPZK.jpg" alt="nsPZK.jpg" width="713" height="1069"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/FN23G.jpg" alt="FN23G.jpg" width="719" height="478"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/2dIKk.jpg" alt="2dIKk.jpg" width="338" height="506"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/laHBB.jpg" alt="laHBB.jpg" width="336" height="501"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/1De0t.jpg" alt="1De0t.jpg" width="718" height="477"></span><br /><span style="font-size: 16pt;"><img src="http://i.imgur.com/wsJRf.jpg" alt="wsJRf.jpg" width="719" height="479"></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16098466261843252954noreply@blogger.com0