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Vendors We Heart: Artworks Video
We always enjoy seeing wedding videos that capture the beauty and love between couples. We’re excited to share work from Artworks Video today! Husband and wife team, Cheryl and Steve, create beautiful wedding films that tell the unique story of each couple’s wedding day. Get to know more about Artworks Video in our Q&A with Cheryl below.
Stafford + Matt – 11.5.11 – Cinematic Edit from Artworks Wedding Cinema on Vimeo.
What inspired you to start your business?
I originally was attending film school to be a computer animator and dreamed of working on animated feature films. As part of our curriculum, I took a video production course and I just flat out fell in love with video editing and from that point forward was determined to figure out how to make it my life’s work.
What options for customization do you offer?
We basically have a generalized package that includes what we feel most of our clients have asked for through the years. We build upon that core package anything and everything that our couples want to make it suit their particular needs.
If you could give one tip to couples who are planning a wedding, what would it be?
Aside from hiring a cinematographer? Hire at least a day of wedding planner! I can’t tell you how many times the poor photographer has had to take on that role because there was not a wedding planner. It also reduces the stress of the bride on the day of. But … be careful and make sure your planner isn’t a “timeline” planner. The timeline is great to have, but it should be flexible and allow for delays and setbacks. Having a wedding planner become overly anxious because you are not adhering to their idea of the timeline is no stress reliever for sure.
What is something that most people don’t know about your biz/you?
Not many secrets here with our business … we are pretty straight forward and want to make sure there are no surprises for our couples. But an interesting tidbit of information about me is that I have an identical twin sister. I’m the artist and she’s an accountant!
What is your one must-have item/product/tool to have on-hand when you’re working?
Stablization equipment (monopod, tripod, etc.) You don’t see a whole lot of un-intentional camera shake in feature films, so I wouldn’t want it to show up in our client’s work either.
If you had to choose one word (or phrase) to describe yourself/your business what would it be?
Artistic
5 Things that make you happy?
Summer weather
Camping
Pinterest
My family
My Mac.
Landon + Amberly … and Tyson! from Artworks Wedding Cinema on Vimeo.
Gozie + Veronica – 7.31.11 – Cinematic Trailer from Artworks Wedding Cinema on Vimeo.
To see more wedding films from Artworks Video visit their Vimeo Page.
Wedding Window – Share Your Site Contest!
Our Share Your Site contest, created to allow brides and grooms to show off their customized wedding websites for a chance to win a 0 gift card and a 12-month extension of their current package, has announced a February contest winner! The inaugural contest launched on February 1st and Brandy and Craig wasted no time inviting friends and family to vote for their wedding website. They made it super easy for their guests to cast a vote by creating a navigational link from their website to the contest. Fortunately for Brandy and Craig, their ingenuity paid off. Their website quickly accumulated 585 votes and won the contest for the month of February.
Our March contest has just begun, so take a look at what our talented brides and groom are creating and vote for YOUR favorite wedding website. The Share Your Site contest is open to anyone with an active Wedding Window website. No purchase necessary to enter or to win so FREE and premium accounts have an equal chance of winning. If you already have a Wedding Window website and have not yet entered the Share Your Site contest, there is still plenty of time to enter our April contest. The entry close date for each contest is the 21st of the prior month and the entry form is easily accessible from your Website Dashboard.
Have fun creating your own fully customized wedding website! Who knows… your creativity could earn you a 0 gift card and a free year of hosting!
Go Green…Literally!
Are you thinking about having an Eco Friendly wedding and you have a laundry list of all the compost-able materials, recycled items and wedding favors that keep on giving; however, you are torn about your decor options?!?
Have you ever considered going green?… Literally, with your wedding day decor!?! If you haven’t, hopefully the photos below will help inspire and encourage you to consider using wheat grass as your main foliage for your wedding day!
photo credit: Peacock Photography
photo credit: Kuga Designs
photo credit: Sweet Monday Photography
There are many options with wheat grass… you can use it as a centerpiece, a place-card holder, a bed to serve hors d’oeuvre, etc… The options are endless. Until you actually see wheat grass used in a wedding, you tend to under estimate its beautiful impact.
photo credit: Imbue Weddings
photo credit: Sweet Monday Photography
photo credit: Cake Central
Whichever you decide, just have fun with it… those are the little subtle touches that will have your guests talking for years, especially if it something that means a lot to you and your new spouse and will help to identify who you are as a couple.
photo credit: Flat Toothpick
photo credit: Lacy Branch Events
Pink Champagne Weddings
Many brides have trouble picking out color palettes, we can all see why. Wedding colors set the tone for the entire wedding. One color palette that never seems to fail is pink and champagne. Pink and champagne seem to be made for each other, the softness of both colors accent one another and create a delicate, luxurious feel that no other color combo can create.
Consider having pale pink flowers mixed with shades of ivory and peach to flourish your wedding day. Have your bridesmaids wear champagne color bridesmaid dresses, add in some bubbles and your have yourself a pink champagne wedding day!
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Photo credit: Momental Designs
Photo Credit: Jennifer Dery
Photo credit: Kellie Kano Photography
Photo credit: Benjamin Edwards Photography
Photo credit: Percy Handmade
Photo credit: Chicago Wedding Video
Happy Planning 
Real Wedding: Tori & Jeremiah
Earlier today I shared Tori and Jeremiah’s engagement photos from Charity Remington Photography. Well, I’m back with more of Charity’s photos from the couple’s wedding! Just like their engagement sesh, their wedding day was filled with bright and colorful details!
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Charity: Just to be at Tori and Jeremiah’s Wedding, you can see that they knew exactly what they wanted. Something simple, DIY, and Personal. The ceremony took place at a local park, by the perfect tree, down the road from Tori’s Family House where a simple reception was held for close family and friends. In every corner were pops of color, playful accessories, and Etsy Purchases… Absolutely Perfect!!!!
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
After Tori’s wedding dress order was completely messed up at the last minute, a gracious friend gave her the dress she ended up wearing. The dress was perfect! Combine the beautiful dress with the fashionably carefree style of the wedding party… add some colorful DIY details and you have one heck of an adorable wedding!!
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Congratulations Tori & Jeremiah!
Photo Credit: Charity Remington Photography
Vendors
Cupcakes: Butter Cream Cupcakery
The top portion of the cake and all cookies where baked by Tori herself. The cake topper, pinwheels, popcorn boxes, dress sash, and veil where all purchased from Etsy shops. The food was cooked by the Family and flowers where piked up at a local grocery store. Tori had her hair done by her friend Lacy (who was also a Bridesmaid) and guests danced the night away to Jeremiah’s Ipod.
Save the Date Inspiration!
Pulling a save the date from your mailbox is always exciting! There are plenty of ideas out there for giving your save the dates a personal touch that will be an added surprise to guests as they learn about your wedding festivities! If you’re In need of some ideas for your save the dates here are a few different options that can be totally customized!
Photo – If you’ve had engagement photos taken or even just have a picture of the two of you that you adore, photo save the dates are a great way to spread the word about your upcoming wedding!
Photo Credit: sgcc
Photo Credit: ElsieJ
Photo Credit: NostalgicImprints
Theme – For those of you who are planning a themed wedding, incorporating you theme in your save the date cards can give your guests a sneak peak of what they’ll encounter on the day of your wedding. For example…
Library Theme
Photo Credit: onamesleft
Beach Theme
Photo Credit: InspirationsbyAmieLe
Movie Theme
Photo Credit: JamieKonet
Country Theme
Photo Credit: LynLeeKrotzer
Travel/Destination
Photo Credit: TheStylishScribe
DIY - Whether you’re a talented artist, someone who enjoys occasional crafting or even if you’re a first time DIY-er… there are projects out there that can be done by anyone! Here are a few…
Photo Credit: Oh So Beautiful Paper
Photo Credit: The Semi-DIY Wedding
Photo Credit: Oh So Beautiful Paper
Photo Credit: Katie Elizabeth for Green Wedding Shoes
Real Wedding from Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Jamie and Chad were married this past October in a wedding event filled with customized details and autumn decor. From hand painted signs to family photos, they certainly added their own flair to the day. Everything pulled together beautifully for this intimate outdoor wedding. Here are some photos of the day from Ryan Greenleaf Photography…
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Photo Credit: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Congratulations Jamie & Chad!!
wedding first dance
Vendors
Photographer: Ryan Greenleaf Photography
Venue: The Historic Yolanda Ranch
Flowers: In Bloom Florals
Cake: Timothy’s Bakery
Dress: House of Fashion II
Invitations: Printers Ink
Catering: Buckhorn Steakhouse
DJ: Music and More Entertainment
New Giveaway: Bridesmaid Clutches from Murwati!
We are delighted to have Murwati back again with another fabulous giveaway for WedLoft readers!! This week you’ll have another chance to win a set of 4 gorgeous handmade hand bags for your bridesmaids! The winner will be able to choose custom colors for the 4 clutches in the two-toned Secret Garden design. Enter to win below!!
Photo Credit: Murwati
Giveaway Details: One winner will receive a Set of 4 Bridesmaid Clutches in the Secret Garden design. This design is a two-colored clutch. The winner may choose one color from the 28 colors shown above. There is also the option for a single color clutch set if you would prefer that design. Production time for the prize is 2-3 weeks for US residents and about 4-5 weeks for locations outside the US.
To enter for a chance to win, simply comment on this post! You may comment as frequently as once per day through Tuesday, February 28 by 11:59 pm EST. You can ALSO do any of the following to increase your chances of winning:
- Tweet about this giveaway
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Make sure to come back and leave a separate comment for EACH action you take. Please include links to your posts, tweets etc. when possible. Good luck!
*Email addresses in comments will ONLY be used to contact the winner. They will not be shared with the public or used for promotional purposes. It is only necessary to enter your email address into the email field and not in your comment. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, February 29.
DIY Bridesmaid Gifts: Clutches & Bags
This post is for all the DIY brides out there! If you like to sew, today I have some great projects for you. Clutches, wristlets, purses and tote bags are all popular gifts for bridesmaids. Whether you’re giving clutches to use on your wedding day or a tote bag filled with goodies, these gifts are usually a hit with bridesmaids. Each of these tutorials can be customized with different styles of fabric. You could make bags in your wedding colors or opt to personalize the colors for each bridesmaid. Click on any of the images below to jump to the tutorials. Enjoy!
Photo Credit: MarthaStewartWeddings.com
Photo Credit: TheKnottyBride.com
Photo Credit: SeeKateSew.blogspot.com
Photo Credit: Purlbee.com
5. Scrappy Wristlet
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Photo Credit: JavaJem.blogspot.com
Photo Credit: MarthaStewart.com
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10. Quilted Handbag
Photo Credit: Jemimabean.blogspot.com
11. Sweater Bag
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12. Ruffle Bag
Photo Credit: JoyfulMomofMany.com
Wedding Cupcake Inspiration!
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A wedding cake says a lot about a couple. Wedding cakes today come in all shapes and sizes! Some are very traditional – all white with a simple design. Others are brightly colored with intricate designs. It really depends on the couple’s taste and the style of the wedding.
A very popular option for the modern bride is having cupcakes instead of a wedding cake! Cupcakes are a lovely addition to any wedding day. They are easy to serve to your guests and a great way to provide different flavor options. They can even be homemade!
You still have the option for customization and beautiful designs when it comes to cupcakes. Just look below to see different ideas for cupcakes at your wedding.
Photo credit: Hello Naomi
Photo credit: Wedding Cake Designs
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Photo credit: Wedding Flowers and Reception Ideas
Photo credit: Cupcake D'Lights
Photo credit: Martha Stewart Weddings
Photo credit: Bridella
Photo credit: Wedding Disk
Photo Credit: Luster Studios
Happy Planning