Lasting Impressions Weddings

Katie and Dave - June 4th

CeremonySt. Catherine University
Reception VenueMariott Minneapolis West
TransportationStar Transportation
FlowersMollys Flower Studio
DJInstant Request
Hair and MakeupSmart and Chic Bride
Wedding CoordinatorLasting Impressions Weddings

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We are in middle of the busy season.. and I love it! I can not believe it is already just about the 4th of July!! Where does time go? Every year I feel like the time flies by faster and faster! This is the time of year that I feel bad that I do not do as much networking as I would like, I would love to see my fellow vendors more, I would love to blog more and work on personalizing and improving our packages, and on and on..... But most of those things get put on the back burner so we can focus on our clients first and foremost!! The past few weeks when I have met with clients I have gotten this question a lot “Do you ever get sick of working every weekend all summer?”... The truth is... When you love what you do, it never seems like work! I remember hearing that quote one time and thinking “yeah right”.. but it is right and here are the reasons why I love what I do and why I love summer!

I get to be my own boss - and although that does not mean taking afternoons off for “fun” very often.. it is very rewarding and I would encourage everyone who had a dream and a desire to work hard, follow your passion and make it happen! I never thought I would cut loose from my “day job” but after only having Lasting Impressions for 3 years, I did it! And it was very rewarding.
I love my clients! I have the BEST Brides, Grooms and families! REALLY I DO! I feel like my clients are my friends and the ones that I work with for an extended period of time really become part of my family and I feel like I am as much a guest at their wedding as their “real” guests.. and that makes my job very enjoyable!
I have a GREAT Staff!!!!! Andrea, Brooke and Meghan have been with me for years and I love that I get to see them every weekend and I love that when I turn on my computer on Monday morning.. I usually have at least one “Thank you Email” from a bride or a vendor raving about how great my staff was. That is a great reward!
I get to see people in love, talking about love and being in love every weekend!!! What a fun job!!!
I get excited to see all of my clients photos that are posted by the photographer every week!! Its fun to see how an idea goes from an idea to reality to an image that captures it all!
On a Personal Note, I love summer because I love the HEAT!! You will never find me complaining that it is going to be 98 degrees at your wedding! I LOVE IT!!! I love boating, laying by the pool and taking my dog on walks when I am not working.... So chances are on my nights that I do not have appointments you can see that I am near water or soaking up the sun (Check out our Twitter for those updates). Now that I have a backyard this year I LOVE Flowers, I have always loved beautiful cut flowers at weddings, but for the first time I am learning how to plant them and keep them alive myself ;) I love Summer BBQ’s filled with Hamburgers, Hot Dogs and Smores.

So let me take this “mid-summer” opputunity to once again say... I love my job, I love my staff and I love Summer and Wedding Season!!
Here are some of my favorite things about Summer....

Jessica and Tyler- May 30th

Jessica and Tyler were married on May 30th at Wesley Church in Minneapolis and had a reception following at Jax Cafe in Minneapolis. Not only was it a great site for their “vintage feel” reception, but the food is always great too!!
Sadie from Sadie’s Floral Design did all of the flowers, Lasting Impressions had the pleasure of working with Jessica and Tyler on designing and coordinating their whole wedding... and we had a lot of fun! Thank you Graddy Photography for the wonderful images and Congratulations Jessica and Tyler!

Jaime and David - June 12th

This past Weekend (actually the last 18 months)I had the pleasure of working with Jaime and David on their wedding, rehearsal dinner and brunch. Jaime and avid came to me about 18 months ago knowing exaclty what they wanted and that make my job a lot of fun!!! We had a great time turning all of her dreams into reality. I was lucky enough to start from the very beginning with both her and David. We were able to pull the fun ideas together, hire all of the right vendors and make the day wonderful!! Even though we had some rain, there was no dampering the hot red decor!!

Wonderful Vendors:
Wedding Coordination and Chair Covers :: Lasting Impressions Weddings
Transportation:: Renees Royal Valet
Rehearsal Dinner Location :: Walker Art Center
Reception and Ceremony Location:: Windows on Minnesota
Photographer:: Happily Ever After Photography
Videographer:: Princess Bride Videography
DJ and Lighting:: Instant Request
Linens:: Linen Effects
Florist :: Wisteria
Officiant :: Tom Armstrong
Grooms Cake and Wedding Cake :: Gataeux Inc.
Hair and Makeup:: Smart and Chic
Photobooth:: Party Booths

These are just my photos from the day.. a lot more great ones from the Wonderful Ruth at Happily Ever After!!

Fun Photo...

Just a little inspiration for your Thursday....

Credits: Karlisch - Photography

Liz and Doug

I had the pleasure of working with Liz and Doug on their May 22nd wedding. What a fun day, fun colors and GREAT CAKE!!!
Liz and Doug were married at the Marquette Hotel in the ballroom and then their guests were treated to a festive reception with wonderful decor from Linen Effects, Flowers from Bachmans, Cake and Candy Bar from Gateaux and wonderful photographers - Micheal and Autumn from Harvest Moon Photography!
Thanks for all of the wonderful vendors that helped make their day come true!

Katie and Colin

I had the pleasure of working with Katie and Colin last Saturday for their Windy May 1st Wedding! Katie called me about a month ago telling me “I think I need your help!!”. She had contacted me months earlier after she was referred to me from Molly at Molly’s Flower Studio. Katie, like many other brides, said that she had a tight budget and did not think she could make a “Day of Planner” fit into her budget. Of course I always understand that and wished Katie well on the rest of her planning! I am very glad she had a change of heart because we had so much fun!! Katie not only had wonderful vendors, but her attention to detail is a dream come true for a planner! The ladies at the MN History Center were amazing!! I was so excited to work at their amazing venue and their service did not disappoint! They have such a wonderful “team” approach there.. Thanks Michelle and Christie!!!

Colin and Katie, Thank you for including me on your special day! Have fun in Greece!!

Ceremony Venue

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church

Reception Venue

Minnesota History Center

Rentals

Linen Effects

Flowers

Molly’s Flower Studio

Band

The Sevilles

Photography

Jennifer Cress

Hotel

St. Paul Hotel

Wedding Coordinator

Lasting Impressions Weddings

Kentucky Derby Wedding

Like many others, I get Kentucky Derby Fever around this time of year. And even though I did not get to see the race this year becuase I was putting final touches on Katie and Colin’s wedding I thought it was fun to think of southern weddings that really “get into” the Kentucky Derby and create a derby themed wedding. The derby is glamourus, timeless and an all around fun event, so why not incorporate that into your wedding? These are also great ideas for a Kentucky derby viewing party (Which I vow to throw if I ever have that Saturday free!)