From all of us at Save the Date Events, we wish you and your family a very happy and safe Thanksgiving holiday.
Debbie, Gabby, Brynn and Amber
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Thanksgiving Table Inspiration
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010
Ice Sculpture in Vail | Fun Wedding Crudite Display
Thursday, September 9th, 2010
We LOVE this incredible crudite display in ice. This is a fun display idea for a Denver or Vail wedding reception. Paul from Alpine Ice is one of our very favorite ice sculpture artists. He created this ice display for an event at the Westin Riverfront Resort and Spa near Beaver Creek, Colorado.
First Birthday Party Planner
Friday, May 22nd, 2009
I’ll use any excuse to throw a great party including a fabulous first birthday party for my daughter in March. Our theme was “Winter ONEderland” which I carried out through every detail including Frost Bite Punch, snowflake decorated cupcakes, favors with snowflake notepads and hot cocoa mix to-go. For food, we had a chili and mac-n-cheese bar for guests to make their own comfort food creation. We had a great time, especially our little sweet pea. Thanks to the talented KB Photography for taking professional photos at our party.Debbie Orwat, Colorado Party Planner
Denver NACE Meeting
Friday, May 1st, 2009
Danielle and I attended the April NACE meeting at the new Event Rents facility in South Denver. We are proud to say that we were members of the winning teams in the table design competition. We loved seeing some of our favorite vendors and networking with new vendors. It was a fun evening with fabulous food from one of our favorite caterers, Occasions by Sandy. Thanks to the very talented John Heisel for taking these great photos.
Debbie Orwat, Colorado Wedding Planner
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Brunch Wedding
Wednesday, March 4th, 2009
Why not have a brunch wedding? A 10am sunny, outside wedding ceremony, a cocktail half-hour with mimosas on the deck followed by an over-the-top brunch. What’s not to love? With beautiful mountain surroundings, you don’t need much decor or lighting, brunch is typically the least expensive meal to serve, entertainment can be a strolling violinist and you will have your choice of venues, even on a Saturday in the summer.
Your guests can enjoy the afternoon with their friends and family then everyone can head out for an evening of drinks and dancing. Wouldn’t you like to be a guest at this kind of wedding?
Debbie Orwat, Colorado Wedding Planner
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Seating Chart or Seating Cards
Monday, February 23rd, 2009
What’s the difference between seating cards and a seating chart? Does it matter?
First, ask yourself a series of question to help determine what your best option is:
Are you serving a plated meal with various selections for your guests to choose from?
If so, steer clear of the seating chart because you’ll need to distinguish their selections on the seating card for the servers or catering staff. A special ribbon color, paper color or other marking on the seating card is a simple way to show the guest’s dinner choice.
Do you have limited seating, or the exact number of tables you’ll need for your guests?
If so, you’ll need to consider some kind of table chart or seating cards because you’re guests will usually leave a seat or two open at their tables and that can’t happen if you are limited.
Are you only reserving a few tables for your guests?
While we don’t recommend this option, some brides and grooms don’t want to deal with seating details. If you have open seating, you want to make sure your parents and grandparents sit closest to you which means you will need to have a few reserved signs at those tables in advance. It is also important to reserve a table or two for your bridal party and their guests.
There are other questions and circumstances for seating cards vs a seating chart but these are a few of the most important considerations.
Debbie Orwat, Colorado Wedding Planner
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2009 Wedding Trends - Part Three
Friday, February 20th, 2009
Today is the final post in our three part series on 2009 wedding trends. We’ve adapted these for Colorado weddings. You can read part one here and part two here.
Wedding Logos - These are still hot into 2009. Graphic elements create a unified look for your wedding stationery and can be anything from a mountain scene to a bird, to a non-traditional graphical element. They may reflect the location of the wedding, the wedding theme, or one of the bride and groom’s favorite hobbies.
Bar Stations - Wine will always be in style. Bar chefs are all the rage, creating “Signature drinks” for the bride and groom. Champagne bars are a big trend right now…pick your favorite bottles of bubbly and don’t forget the mixers such as Chambord, Midori, pomegranate and pineapple juice. Guests will have a blast making their own signature cocktails. Along with the vintage craze, “vintage” cocktails are back as well. Make sure your bartenders know how to make the perfect Manhattan and Sidecar.
Late Night Snacks - Guests need a little pick-me-up as the night goes on. Gourmet popcorn or french fries served in brown paper cups or mini Chinese food containers, after dinner cheese boards, tray passed sweets like cheesecake lollipops, mini ice cream sandwiches, mini root beer floats, and warm chocolate chip cookies with ice cream shots.
We are incorporating many of these fun trends in our 2009 weddings. Want to learn how you can incorporate these details to make an unforgettable wedding? Give us a call or send an email today. We would love to hear from you!
