It's hard to believe that it's July already! School will be starting in about 6 weeks in some areas.
Brides are planning their 2010 weddings. It's not to soon to start booking your vendors to be sure you have the team together you want. To have a successful event you need to have a great team. How do you assemble this team?
1) Start with a good wedding coordinator (We have the information that will help make your selection process much easier.)
2) Define what is most important to you. This is where you want to channel more of your budget.
3) Start meeting with the vendors. Try to limit yourself to three in each category as it will make your interview process much more manageable.
4) Once you've made your decision, get your contract signed, then you can start working on the details.
5) Allow your coordinator to do the job you've hired them to do. This makes your planning go much smoother, and you will enjoy it more. This doesn't mean they should take over! It's still your wedding.
6) Sit back on your wedding day and just enjoy the moment!
If you are dreaming of a mountain resort wedding, this is the time to book. Don't rule out some of the beautiful ranches. You can do anything from a casual to elaborate wedding at these. Some offer cabins for extended stays, some are very exclusive. If coming to Colorado for a destination wedding, these can offer a truly Colorado experience from a mountain backdrop to Colorado wines.
Need more information about wedding planning? Contact me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com. I'm happy to travel to you anywhere in the world, or help you plan locally!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Wedding dress sale
The bridal shop Blue is having their spring sale. Wedding dresses are 20% off! If you're still looking for your dress check them out.
Blue
500 16TH ST #264
DENVER PAVILIONS
303.446.2583
WWW.BLUEGOWNS.COM
Many couples are now planning for 2010. This is a great time to start booking your vendors now so you have the choice of the cream of the crop! Don't forget your wedding coordinator! In these times a good coordinator can save you tons of time in helping to put together the right team for your wedding.
Wishing you a great June! Check out my website for more information from selecting your attendants to setting your budget.
Blue
500 16TH ST #264
DENVER PAVILIONS
303.446.2583
WWW.BLUEGOWNS.COM
Many couples are now planning for 2010. This is a great time to start booking your vendors now so you have the choice of the cream of the crop! Don't forget your wedding coordinator! In these times a good coordinator can save you tons of time in helping to put together the right team for your wedding.
Wishing you a great June! Check out my website for more information from selecting your attendants to setting your budget.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Romantic wedding site
This past Friday, I spent the night at the Timberline Condominiums in Snowmass, Colorado. Snowmass is located about 12 miles north of Aspen. It is off the beaten path and on top of a hill, right next to the ski lift.
When you go outside all you hear is nature. It was so quiet and peaceful. The Timberline Condos are made up of condos so each is different. Each unit is well decorated and very comfortable. They have units ranging from one bedroom to three bedrooms. For someone who wants to fix their own meals etc. each has a kitchen, fully equipped.
There's a large patio that can accommodate 250 people for a wedding/reception, or if you prefer an intimate Planned Elopement, there's many places along the river, up the hill etc. that your ceremony can take place. Check it out at www.thetimberline.com.
I'm also happy to announce that I'm the National Rep. for Scottish Kilt Pins, Crosses and Celtic Crosses, all made from Pure Scottish Silver (925). Each piece is unique and handcrafted. Each is Hallmarked Sterling Silver and draws a design influence from an early Scots Celtic Cross. Each item is hallmarked depicting quality, strength and durability with a quality and sentient that will last a lifetime. These will make keepsake gifts for your attendants, family, bride or groom. A must for every Scottish bride and groom! For more information, contact me at www.weddingsbytanya.com. This company can also do custom jewelry in silver or gold. If you have a family gem, they can create the perfect piece of jewelry for both men and women. (Pictures will be forthcoming.)
When you go outside all you hear is nature. It was so quiet and peaceful. The Timberline Condos are made up of condos so each is different. Each unit is well decorated and very comfortable. They have units ranging from one bedroom to three bedrooms. For someone who wants to fix their own meals etc. each has a kitchen, fully equipped.
There's a large patio that can accommodate 250 people for a wedding/reception, or if you prefer an intimate Planned Elopement, there's many places along the river, up the hill etc. that your ceremony can take place. Check it out at www.thetimberline.com.
I'm also happy to announce that I'm the National Rep. for Scottish Kilt Pins, Crosses and Celtic Crosses, all made from Pure Scottish Silver (925). Each piece is unique and handcrafted. Each is Hallmarked Sterling Silver and draws a design influence from an early Scots Celtic Cross. Each item is hallmarked depicting quality, strength and durability with a quality and sentient that will last a lifetime. These will make keepsake gifts for your attendants, family, bride or groom. A must for every Scottish bride and groom! For more information, contact me at www.weddingsbytanya.com. This company can also do custom jewelry in silver or gold. If you have a family gem, they can create the perfect piece of jewelry for both men and women. (Pictures will be forthcoming.)
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Unusual wedding site
Yesterday I had the opportunity to take a ride on the Georgetown Loop. If you haven't experienced this train ride, it's a must do on your list! The trip we took was 2.5 hours as we also took the mine tour, which is well worth the price.
There are several beautiful locations for weddings and receptions. They are now offering a dining experience in the evenings.
Imagine being on an old Victorian era train, riding through the pines with the blue sky above and the creek below. Stopping on a 75' bridge to have your ceremony then having champagne served as you chug your way to your reception. You could even go the next step and dress the part, have your guests in Victorian costume, decorate the train, etc.
This is the perfect venue for an elopement as well as they are willing to stop the train for the ceremony. There are so many possibilities where a ceremony could take place.
If you are into history, this is an idea you must investigate! Contact me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com for more information. Check out their website at www.georgetownlooprr.com.
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There are several beautiful locations for weddings and receptions. They are now offering a dining experience in the evenings.
Imagine being on an old Victorian era train, riding through the pines with the blue sky above and the creek below. Stopping on a 75' bridge to have your ceremony then having champagne served as you chug your way to your reception. You could even go the next step and dress the part, have your guests in Victorian costume, decorate the train, etc.
This is the perfect venue for an elopement as well as they are willing to stop the train for the ceremony. There are so many possibilities where a ceremony could take place.
If you are into history, this is an idea you must investigate! Contact me at tanya@weddingsbytanya.com for more information. Check out their website at www.georgetownlooprr.com.
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Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Asian/Hindi wedding and traditions
I'm working on a Hindi wedding. This has been a very interesting experince for me as there is so much tradition. It's going to be beautiful and very colorful. I love working with different cultures and learning about their various ways and traditions and would welcome the opportunity to work with more Asian cultures.
To me, when planning a wedding, it's important to include traditions. Ask your parents and grandparents what they did and see if there's a way you can incorporate something from their weddings into yours. As a surprise consider having the song that was your parents first dance played.
Another thought is to copy the bouquet your mother carried, perhaps incorporating some of the same flowers in your own bouquet.
Ask if your mother or grandmother has a special set of candle holders then use them for your unity candle ceremony. It doesn't matter if they are colored, in the form of elephants etc. if they have special meaning for you, use them.
As you think through your wedding plans, think of things that your children can carry forward as well. Have your cake knife engraved. It will make it an heirloom to pass along.
If you're looking for a different, romantic, affordable destination wedding site, contact me about venues in the Philippine Islands.
Happy planning! Remember, I'm avilable to travel to anywhere in the world to assist you with your wedding. I'm just a call or email away. tanya@weddingsbytanya.com or www.weddingsbytanya.com.
To me, when planning a wedding, it's important to include traditions. Ask your parents and grandparents what they did and see if there's a way you can incorporate something from their weddings into yours. As a surprise consider having the song that was your parents first dance played.
Another thought is to copy the bouquet your mother carried, perhaps incorporating some of the same flowers in your own bouquet.
Ask if your mother or grandmother has a special set of candle holders then use them for your unity candle ceremony. It doesn't matter if they are colored, in the form of elephants etc. if they have special meaning for you, use them.
As you think through your wedding plans, think of things that your children can carry forward as well. Have your cake knife engraved. It will make it an heirloom to pass along.
If you're looking for a different, romantic, affordable destination wedding site, contact me about venues in the Philippine Islands.
Happy planning! Remember, I'm avilable to travel to anywhere in the world to assist you with your wedding. I'm just a call or email away. tanya@weddingsbytanya.com or www.weddingsbytanya.com.
Friday, May 1, 2009
HAPPY MAY DAY!
Can you believe it' May already? Wedding season is getting ready to burst forth just like the flowers!
The economy is easing a bit, but still has couples worrying about their weddings and how to have the one they want for the budget they have available.
One of the best ways to keep in check is to hire a good wedding coordinator. I can't emphasize how important this is as we know the vendors who will do the best job for them within their budget. One of the big ways we save you money is in time. Let us make the inital calls to pre-qualfy vendors for you.
A possible thought is to do a Planned Elopement. There is no reason that an elopement needs to be just to Vegas anymore. I can help you plan anywhere you'd like to go, including the Philippine Islands and be there if you'd like. A Planned Elopement can be a elaborate as you'd like. It can include flowers, photography, videography, special dinner arrangements, wedding cake and just about anything else you'd like included. I take care of all the arrangements and can preform the ceremony.
Destination weddings are a great way to save money as it limits the number of guests who will attend.
Don't spend your valuable time researching venues and vendors. Give me a call or email for more information on how I can help you. I'm happy to travel outside of Colorado should you care to hire someone who hasn't worked with all your friends and can give you a fresh take on planning your wedding. I currently have a few dates available for 2009 and am booking into 2010 on a limited basis.
I'm currently working on a traditional Hindi wedding so those of you who are going to have an Indian/Asian wedding, I do have first hand knowledge of the traditions and can help make your day special. Denver is a beautiful place for your wedding.
Check out http://www.weddingsbytanya.com/ or tanya@weddingsbytanya.com for information.
The economy is easing a bit, but still has couples worrying about their weddings and how to have the one they want for the budget they have available.
One of the best ways to keep in check is to hire a good wedding coordinator. I can't emphasize how important this is as we know the vendors who will do the best job for them within their budget. One of the big ways we save you money is in time. Let us make the inital calls to pre-qualfy vendors for you.
A possible thought is to do a Planned Elopement. There is no reason that an elopement needs to be just to Vegas anymore. I can help you plan anywhere you'd like to go, including the Philippine Islands and be there if you'd like. A Planned Elopement can be a elaborate as you'd like. It can include flowers, photography, videography, special dinner arrangements, wedding cake and just about anything else you'd like included. I take care of all the arrangements and can preform the ceremony.
Destination weddings are a great way to save money as it limits the number of guests who will attend.
Don't spend your valuable time researching venues and vendors. Give me a call or email for more information on how I can help you. I'm happy to travel outside of Colorado should you care to hire someone who hasn't worked with all your friends and can give you a fresh take on planning your wedding. I currently have a few dates available for 2009 and am booking into 2010 on a limited basis.
I'm currently working on a traditional Hindi wedding so those of you who are going to have an Indian/Asian wedding, I do have first hand knowledge of the traditions and can help make your day special. Denver is a beautiful place for your wedding.
Check out http://www.weddingsbytanya.com/ or tanya@weddingsbytanya.com for information.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
A Planned Elopement in Vail, Colorado
True Story from Cathy Mettenbrink on Vimeo.
Last Wednesday, at the Arrabelle Resort in Vail, I performed the wedding ceremony for this lovely couple. They hadn't told anyone what they had planned when coming to Colorado. We worked with the 1321 Studios - Jeff Siebert, to put together a video that they could have ready the next day to make their big announcement.
Planned Elopements can be very romantic and full of fun and wonder. Both Colorado and the Philippine Islands offer many beautiful and unique venues and places to get married and have a life of memories.
Give me a call with any questions regarding wedding planning or elopements! I still have a few dates available for 2009 and am booking 2010.
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