Friday, January 30, 2015
A sunny day in September sounds like the perfect recipe for a wedding on a farm located on the bluffs of the Cumberland River, northwest of Nashville. Corey & Crystal added in a heaping scoop of handmade decor, a dollop of homemade comfort food & a serving of professional entertainment to make their wedding day one their family would surely enjoy and remember! With a tree-lined field providing a cozy ceremony location and gorgeous red barn serving as their reception backdrop, Owen Farm was the perfect setting for this laid-back couple to kick up their cowboy heels and celebrate their union while they danced the night away under the stars.
While DIY may be a popular trend in weddings over the past several years, it’s usually the bride who is the DIY queen with the groom providing some advice from the side. Not so for Corey & Crystal! This couple upped the ante and worked together to equally create personalized details for their big day, saving money while spending time together and enjoying their engagement. To see all the fun details they created to make their day special, read the full post below.
Crystal & Corey
Wedding Date: September 28, 2013
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Owen Farm, Chapmansboro, TN
Budget: $10,000 - $20,000
Wedding Team
Planner | Bride
Photographer | Sara Kauss Photography
Videographer | John Guberud, Independent Wedding Videographer
Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids’ Attire | Glitz Bridal
Bridal Boots | Betty Boots
Men’s Attire | Mens Warehouse
Hair | Katherine Shubert-Friday / Images Salon
Makeup | Lisa Johnson
Stationery, Decorations, Favors | DIY - Bride & Groom Creations:)
Caterer | Homemade by Bride & Groom Family & Friends
Cake Artist | Bride’s Aunt
Floral Designer | Sarah's Busy Bee's Flourist, Portland, TN
Ceremony Musicians | Friend of Bride and Groom
Reception Musicians & Lighting | DJ EMCEES
Rentals | Hullabaloos Party Supply and Rental
Transportation | Prowler borrowed from Bride’s Aunt
Wedding Details
How would you describe your style as a couple?
We both enjoy the simple things and old or homemade items. Our love for both all things outdoors and family makes our style laid back yet fun and friendly.
How did you incorporate that style into your wedding (e.g. décor, colors, details or even picking the venue)?
We did things our own way. We had bridesmaids and groomsman stand on both sides of the aisle and I (the Bride) walked down the aisle to a friend singing “She’s the whole damn thing” We took a lot of time to focus on what made the day special to us rather than focus on traditions.
We picked Owen Farm because of its beautiful scenery (especially ceremony view) as well as the “family” feel owners Trace and Anissa brought from our very first meeting. Our style was an extension of who we are. We wanted to make everyone feel comfortable with a laid back setting.
What was your (or your guests’) favorite aspect of your wedding?
The guest really enjoyed how unique so many details of the wedding were. They loved the DJ as he kept everyone from ages 2 to 70 on the dance floor all night.
Where did you splurge? Where did you save/DIY?
We splurged on the photographer, being a mutual friend and knowing her quality of work it was a no brainer. The photos turned out better than we could have ever imagined. We saved on décor, invitations, signs and many other items by making them ourselves. The groom spent just as much time making all the little details as the bride. We also saved on the food; we served BBQ with all the sides all made by the Bride, family and friends.
Now that the wedding day is over, is there anything about your planning process you feel you could have done differently?
Don’t worry over the little things, they all work themselves out in the end.
In one sentence, what words of advice do you have for couples in the midst of their planning?
Enjoy your engagement and all the memories you create as a couple during the planning of your big day, you will never again be in that phase of life as a couple and it is truly something to cherish.
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Monday, January 12, 2015
In case you hadn't heard, Regalo Design just released and amazing FREE three-part wedding planning video series last week. This series gives brides some amazing insight into the world of a wedding planner.
The first video in the series discusses the major questions you should be asking when you first get engaged. What date are you going to choose, and where is your wedding going to take place. Those may seem like easy questions to answer, you've probably been thinking about them for a long time. However, before you make that decision, I urge you to watch the first video and I'd be willing to bet you'll walk away with insight you didn't realize you needed.
The beauty of a wedding planner is that they do this every day. And Regalo Design has planned hundreds of weddings. Normally you would have to hire a wedding planner to have someone walk you through these questions, but Sarah from Regalo Design is giving you this information for free.
When I asked her why she was doing this she said, "My husband, Damon, and I had the most amazing wedding day you can imagine. I get to give that gift to our clients on a daily basis. But there are people out there, regardless of the reason, that are going to plan their own wedding. I did! So I wanted to give them some tips while they're in the middle of it."
Planning your own wedding can be a daunting task. The good news is that now, you can have advice from a pro that does it every day. And it's 100% free!
The next two videos in the series (one is releasing today!) are going to cover even more topics. One is a question that every bride faces... who are the vendors you're going to hire to make your day amazing? Sarah has some great questions that you need to make sure you know to ask for everything from photographers to bakers. The final video in the series will reveal the "wedding planner's secrets.
UPDATE: The video series has expired. Starting January 20, you can re-access the videos for a very limited time, here.
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Posted by Ashley King |
Filed under: Advice & Planning, Contests, Giveaways, Specials, DIY & Budget Wed Finds, Wedding Planners & Coordinators,
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Monday, January 5, 2015
Pinterest makes it look easy, but there is a real art to making the perfect bouquet. The good news? Regalo Design has made thousands of them and we can show you how to make your own. Join us for this fun-filled two hour class and leave with a beautiful bouquet that you designed!
Use our promo code "ashleybg" and get $50 off exclusively for being loyal ABG reader!! (Rate is $150 without the code.)
On your wedding day you want a bouquet that is a reflection of you. Pinterest makes it look easy, but there is a real art to making the perfect bouquet. The good news? We’ve made thousands of them and we can show you the basics steps and techniques you need to make your own. In this fun, hands-on class you’ll learn the proper way to care for fresh flowers, best practices for cutting and prepping, and arranging styles. Your admission includes:
All Flowers
Supplies
Vase
At the end of the night you’ll have an amazing arrangement that you can take with you and show off to all of your family and friends.
Bring your own wine or drink of choice (no liquor please) and your most creative self. Bring your bridesmaids and they can learn how to make their bouquets for your wedding as well!
Date: January 15, 2015
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Cost: $150
Location:
The Peacock Ballroom
6900 Lenox Village Dr
6th Floor
To register, follow this link. Nashville, TN 37211 Questions? Contact Regalo Design at 615-238-7937
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Friday, December 19, 2014
When their photographer, Jay Farrell, sent photos of Amanda and Eric's wedding, I smiled. Their color palette could very well be my own selection and their carefree approach was evident and refreshing. Though there were many DIY projects (which are always a lot more work than expected) there's an easiness to this couple. We can't imagine they fussed over the details, yet there are so many great ones. It's as if they said poof and whimiscal garland appeared.
You'll enjoy this wedding at Madison Creek Farms, a venue that's new to us that we're glad to discover.
(Spoiler - Amanda did stress - keep reading her story below.)
Amanda & Eric
Wedding Date: September 13, 2014
Ceremony & Reception Venue: Madison Creek Farms, Goodlettsville, TN
Guests: 120
Wedding Team
Photographer | Jay Farrell Photography
Groom's Attire | Custom made
Bridal Party Attire | Various places
Caterer: CJ's Catering
Floral Designer | DIY
Musicians | Friends
Rentals: Art Pancakes
Invitations | Friend, Chris Miller
Wedding Details
How would you describe your style as a couple?
Our style as a couple is Boho meets Mountains.
How did you incorporate that style into your wedding (e.g. décor, colors, details or even picking the venue)?
We incorporated this into our wedding by having the wedding at an outdoor venue and a rustic vibe all around.
What was your (or your guests’) favorite aspect of your wedding?
Our favorite aspect of the wedding was the gather of friends and family to join in the celebration of our union.
Where did you splurge? Where did you save/DIY?
Probably the most we splurged on was the photographer, then catering, but it wasn't too expensive and the food was great.
Now that the wedding day is over, is there anything about your planning process you feel you could have done differently?
The thing I would change about the planning is to actually have a wedding planner to relieve some of the stress.
In one sentence, what words of advice do you have for couples in the midst of their planning?
For any couple planning to get married take the time to plan and always expect the unexpected. There is a good chance the unexpected will happen.
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Posted by Ashley King |
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Thursday, December 18, 2014
The Annual Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Tour will take place at the Sheraton Music City Hotel. Aside from being able to buy a designer wedding gown at a discount, the gown tour benefits a very worthy cause. The VIP event will be held on Friday, January 2 followed by the Gown Tour Sale on Saturday, January 3.
Here are some of the details about the event:
"Brides Against Breast Cancer is a non-profit organization whose funds contribute to programs and services for cancer patients and their families. We have expanded outreach and educational efforts to bridal shows around the country to ensure that everyone impacted by cancer have the resources and information they need in their battle with cancer.
Wedding gown sales are an important fund-raising event for BABC. We have over 100 charity bridal shows across the nation bringing 700-1000 couture and designer gowns with us at a discounted price.
At our shows we create a boutique like atmosphere, setting up the ballroom into thirds. 1/3 dressing rooms; 1/3 gowns; 1/3 bridal partners. We create an intimate setting by helping brides-to-be say yes to the dress! Extra fun events are such as VIP power hours before the bridal show which offer the brides signature pink drinks, lite bites, and fun giveaways! In each city a grand prize is offered as well-usually a weekend stay in that hotel! Also, each of our exclusive vendor tables will have a raffle item donating their free services to the brides, guests and volunteers. So come say yes to the dress and attend your local Brides against breast cancer bridal show!
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Attend
Volunteer
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Posted by Ashley King |
Filed under: Bridal Gowns, Wedding Dresses & Accessories, Contests, Giveaways, Specials, DIY & Budget Wed Finds,
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